Shelby Shopper 6-13-24

FATHER’S DAY

Sunday, June 16, 2024

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Kings Mountain event to Mountain event to honor and assist veterans honor and assist veterans

By Alan Hodge

The walking track behind the Kings Mountain Family YMCA at 211 Cleveland Ave. will be the site of a special event 8am to 8pm June 22 honoring veterans and featuring a wide variety of booths and representatives offering assistance for them. One of the event’s focuses will be on veteran suicide and ways it can be prevented.

that veterans know what resources are available to them and the event will focus on that,” he said. “We want to make life easier for veterans and reduce that 22 a day rate.”

Two groups, Mission 22 and Veterans Walk and Roll, are the event’s primary organizers. The number “22” reflects the number of veterans who commit suicide every day. Kevin Evans, a U.S. Navy veteran, is the North Carolina Ambassador for Mission 22 which is a worldwide veterans advocacy organization whose motto is “when their tour is over, our mission begins”.

Veterans Walk and Roll organizer Chris Pullen, also a Navy veteran, gave his thoughts on the upcoming happening.

“The whole idea of the event is to bring people, veteran’s organizations, resources, and agencies together,” he said.

According to Pullen, last year’s event drew about 1,200 folks who walked or rolled in wheelchairs approximately 1,579 miles around the track.

“We had participants ranging in age from children to 91-years old,” Pullen said.

This year, representatives from the Veterans Administration will be on site answering questions, offering resource information, and addressing concerns.

“We are excited about the VA being there,” said Pullen.

The day will be family-oriented with several interesting displays including a 1971 Huey MedEvac helicopter that was used in Vietnam. The copter is from VFW Post 5466 in Taylorsville and will be brought to Kings Mountain on a 1962 Studebaker Packard tion.

In addition, the Gastoniabased United Veterans of America 150’x75’ American flag will be flying overhead the walking track after its raised by an AME Inc. crane. A group of 9th and 10th grade senior level Girl Scouts from Troop 20309 (part of the Peaks to Piedmont district) will lead the Pledge of Allegiance, and the Kings Mtn. Optimist Pee Wee football team and cheerleaders will be represented. Local recording artist Bailey Marie Griggs will sing the National Anthem.

Mission 22,” said Evans.

Speaking of which- on June 1 members of the American Legion Riders Post 155 held a ride to raise funds for Mission 22. The support ride rode from the American Legion Kings Mountain to the Bears Den to American Legion Rock Hill to 4 Lane in Clover to the United Veterans of America in Gastonia, then back to American Legion in Kings Mtn.

Post 155’s incoming commander Becky Flickinger took part in the ride.

“Post 155 is always glad to help Mission 22,” she said.

Overall, Walk and Roll 2024 is going to be a great day for everyone who takes part.

“We’d like to invite everyone to come out on June 22nd to the King Mountain walking track as we raise awareness about the war against veteran suicide,” Evans says. “Mission 22 will sponsor walks at 10:22 am and again at 2:22 pm.

Camaraderie is an impor-

Marine” Staff Sgt. Tim Chambers at last year’s event. Chambers plans to attend this year as well.

Members of American Legion Post 155 Riders on their June 1 Walk and Roll fundraising ride.

VETS

From Page 1 at Kce1966.ke@gmail. com. Also visit Mission22. com.

For further information on what’s available to veterans, check out the following websites. Cleveland County https://www.cleveland county.com/main/departments/veterans_services. php

Gaston County https:// www.gastongov.com/789/ Veterans-Services

State of N.C. https:// www.milvets.nc.gov/ U.S. Veterans Administration https://www.va.gov/

100’S ANTIQUE TOOLS: Some Mounted on Display Boards! Manufacturers, Just to list a few: Ford, Fordson, Giant Grips, Rowcaulk Co, Phoenix, Green Bay, Chamberlains, Efficiency Tool Co., King Dick, The Billings & Splendor Co, Wakefield Wrench Co., Bosch Ampco, Southernly, Wood, Hester Plow Co, Wizard Plow Co. Daton, Sheldon Ax Co., Hoe Corp, B&C Co, Sheldon Ax Co., Heller, Planet Jr., Standard, Diamond. Peerless, P&O, MWF, Westcott, Keller, Chicago, Babcock, Sheldon, Malsbary, Hawk-eye, Bull Dog, Quartzoid, W. Burritt, RFP, Vulcan, Bahco. ANTIQUE SAWS: Logging (One & 2 Man), Carpenter, Buck, Coping, Harp Bow, Hack, Miter, Meat, Ice, etc. VINTAGE AXES/HATCHETS: Long & Short Handle, Single & Double, Hewing, etc. 20+ LOTS TONGS: 50+ Ice: Selling in 4-6 Bundles. Lumber Tongs & Rollers, Blacksmith. FARM/GARDEN/FIELD/LAWN/TOOLS/IMPLEMENTS & SUPPLIES: (Most Primitive) Hay Trolley Harpoon Lift, Hay Lifts & Dollies, Sickles, Scythes, Wheat Cradles, Pull Broadcaster/Spreaders, Disc Harrow, Cotton Scales, Push Plows, Planters, Mule Drawn Harrow w/Seat, Turning Plow. Iron Wheel Plows & Reels, Corn Stalker, Ripper, Large & Small Iron Wheels, Flails, Wood Shaving Horse, Tractor Weights, Block & Tackle, Hoist, Splitters, Air Tanks, Wood & Alum. Ladders, Fence Post, Auger for Tractor, Lawn Carts & Trailers, Wheel Barrows, Grub Hoes, Shovels, Rakes, Picks, Tampers, Digger, Log Chains & Hooks. Windless, Come-a-longs, Wagon Seat, Wagon Wheel Hubs, Anchor for Horse Carriage, Collars, Hanes, Singles Trees, Harness, Saddles, Tack & Grooming Supplies, Blacksmith Tools, Electric Motors, Old Vet Medical Box, Dehorners, Ear Tags & Rings. Cow Yoke. Tire Changer & Tire Tools. Tractor Tires. 8 HP Chipper, Mini Tiller, Floor & Bottle Jacks. SHOP EQUIPMENT: Drill Press, Router, Air Compressors, Vices, Wood Press, Forge, Seed Cleaner, Small Anvil on Stomp, Grinder on Stand. MOWERS: ARIENS Riding Mower (Refurbished), Husqvarner Riding Mower, Honda Push Mower, Reel Push Mowers, 38” Lawn Sweep, 30+ OLD WOOD & METAL BOXES/TRUNKS. GALVANIZED EVERYTHING! OLD KITCHEN/HOME ACCESSORIES, GADGETS, ETC. Bottle Cappers & Openers, Ice Picks, Old Jars w/Brass & Galv. Lids, Sausage Grinders, Juicers, Canners, Cabbage Shredder, Large Meat Cleavers & Saws, Meat Slicer, Sausage Press, Pea Sheller’s, & Utensils, Cigar Cutter. Wood Churns. Wash Boards, Old Key Collection. CAST IRON: Fry Pans, Waffle Irons, Corn Bread, Dutch Ovens, Kettle, Wash Post, Smelting Pot & Accessories, Burner Covers. 50+ Shoe Last (All Sizes), Tractor Sprinklers. SCALES: Counter Top, Seed, & Platform. OTHER UNIQUE: Claw Foot Cast Iron Bath Tub, Ship Compass, BRASS: Gauges, Oiler for Hit/Miss Engines, Release Values, & Other Fittings, Old Fire Extinguishers, ARMY: Clothes, Ammo Boxes, Cots, Food Warmers, Canteens, Etc. Lincoln County Court House Seat, Antique Printing Press W/ Plates, Loads Glass Insulators Corning & Pyrex, Old Windows, Shutters, Doors. Wood Spools & Shuttles. Loads O/D Christmas Decorations Most in Boxes. Yard Art. BUILDINGS & SHEDS OF SCRAP METAL & ALUMINUM!

Greyson Wells sits on his grandfather Phil Johnson's lap during Pickin' On the Square at the Earl Scruggs Center in Uptown Shelby. Jeff Melton photo

Gene Meade of Casar is pictured chilling out during the annual Shelby-Cleveland Regional Airport Fly-In & Open House on Saturday, June 8th. Jeff Melton photo

Imani Dawkins, age four, listens to the air traffic at the ShelbyCleveland Regional Airport's annual Fly-In & Open House on Saturday, June 8th. Jeff Melton photo

Knox and Ridge Laughlin experience sitting in a Piper J-3 Cub plane while they attended the Shelby-Cleveland Regional Airport Fly-In & Open House on Saturday, June 8th. Jeff Melton photo

Alexander Hass covers his ears from the noise of planes landing at the Shelby-Cleveland Regional Airport Fly-In & Open House on Saturday, June 8th. Jeff Melton photo

Scott Brooder is pictured with a 1917 milk churn he bought at the Mooresboro townwide yard sale. Jeff Melton photo

Full Day of Events

Saturday, June

15th in Downtown Kings Mountain

Kings Mountain will come alive on Saturday, June 15th with hours of shopping, music, fun, and foam. Look for the following events to take place in your downtown.

8:00 am-12:00 pm, Foothills Farmer’s Market, 125 South Battleground Avenue

10:00 am-5:00 pm, KM Pop-Up Artisan Market, Patriots Park, 220 South Railroad Avenue

10:00 am, KM Historical Downtown Walking Tour,

301 North Piedmont Avenue (Registration Required @mauneylibrary.org)

12:00 pm-2:00 pm, National Foam Party Day, Patriots Park, 220 South Railroad Avenue For additional information call 704-734-0333 or visit www.cityofkm.com.

Submitted by Angela Padgett

Cora Moore of the band Muddy Boots at Pickin' On the Square at the Earl Scruggs Center in Shelby. Jeff Melton photo

Sabastian and Malachi Frizzell take a break from looking at planes at the Shelby-Cleveland Regional Airport Fly-In & Open House on Saturday, June 8th. Jeff Melton photo

NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR

Thursday, June 13

What: Blocktail Party

When: 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm, June 13. Where: Uptown Shelby, Shelby, NC.

More Info: Come join in a festive BLOCKTAIL PARTY! Dogs, Drinks & PupCups! Clifford’s Army Rescue (CARE) is so excited to bring back the Blocktail gathering of People & Pups. CARE will bring several of their rescue dogs for you to meet. Our Blocktail Party will begin at RollOver Pets and we will be strolling Warren Street to Dragonfly Wine Market, where you will find wonderful drinks and live music, and then stroll on up to Lily Bean Coffee & Creamery, where you can get your 4-legged friend, or a CARE Rescue pup, a PupCup! Bring your pup and/or your people and join in on the fun! Come meet some of the wonderful CARE Rescue dogs available for adoption and who love to give kisses, be loved on, walked and socialized. C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization.

Saturday, June 15

What: Event with C.A.R.E.

When: 11:30 am until 2:30 pm, June 15.

Where: Discovery Nisson, 631 S. Post Rd., Shelby, NC.

More Info: Join us for a fun filled family day at the dealership! Just in time for Father’s day weekend. We will have tons of activities for everyone! A few hi-lights: Clifford’s Army Rescue (C.A.R.E.) will be on site with some of their rescue doggies and will be taking applications. (NO SAME DAY ADOPTIONS) Come get some puppy love and kisses and meet some of the most adorable and sweetest rescue pups. Unkle Huntz Concessions Food Truck and Carolina Catfish Company Food Truck will be pumping out hamburgers, hotdogs and more !! There will be a Bouncy House, Jumbo Connect 4, JENGA, UNO, Corn Hole, Chalk and SO MUCH MORE ! MUSIC - OF COURSE! - Jimmy Hall will be DJ and running the live podcast. There will also be a Raffle Basket with tons of goodies. Mark your calendars and be sure to join us for a day of fun and don’t forget meeting some Rescue Dogs. C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization.

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Saturday, June 15

What: Adventures in Drag Car Racing

When: 11:00 am until 12:30 pm, June 15.

Where: Spangler Branch Library, 112 Piedmont Dr., Lawndale, NC.

More Info: Adventures in Drag Car Racing (Ages 15 & up) Come explore drag car racing from a local Retired driver, Gene Fulton from the 1970’s and 1980’s.

Saturday, June 29

What: Yard Sale Fundraiser

When: 8:00 am until 1:00 pm, June 29.

Where: Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 502 W. Sumter St., Shelby, NC.

More Info: CARE’s world famous yard sale, World Famous because we always have just a bit of everything imaginable at our yard sales. We have tons of donations, from furniture, tools to clothes, shoes, books, and who knows what else. Purchase a bag for only $5, and fill it with clothes. Come get some great bargains and support those with no voice. All proceeds will benefit the abandoned, the abused, the neglected, the sick, the injured, the frightened and the feral so that they may have the life they so deserve. C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization.

~ANNOUNCEMENTS~

Community Blood Drives: Donors receive a $20 e-gift card and Oneblood Big Red Bus T-shirt.

Thursday June 20, 11am – 5pm Atrium Cleveland, blood and platelet drive.

Sunday June 23, 9am – 2pm, Tractor Supply Shelby.

Monday June 24, 11am – 2pm, Walmart, Shelby.

Monday June 24, 3pm – 7pm, Planet Fitness, Shelby.

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.

Pickin’ on the Square featured the band PacJAM Ramblers. This years first Pickn' was held at the Earl Scruggs Center on June, 8th 2024. The next Pickin' on the Square event will be held July 13th and August 10th. Jeff Melton photo

Local Fishing Report

Tammy Melton with

Cleveland County Bass Cub fished at Fishing Creek in May and High Rock for June. Results are listed below:

Fishing Creek, May 11

• 1st place - Jimmy Melton - 3 fish - 7.04 lbs. Jimmy also took big fish with a 4.06 pounder.

• 2nd place - Robby Rush - 4 fish - 6.06 lbs.

• 3rd place - Roger Beaver - 2 fish - 4.32 lbs.

• 4th place - Jamie Canipe - 1 fish - 1.46 lbs.

High Rock, June 1st

• 1st place - Robby Rush - 5 fish - 14.58 lbs. Robby also took big fish with a 5.62 pounder.

• 2nd place - Roger Beaver - 3 fish - 10.84 lbs.

• 3rd place - John Rankin - 2 fish - 3.04 lbs.

• 4th place - Charlie Canipe - 1 fish - 2.28 lbs.

• 5th place - Jimmy Melton - 1 fish - 1.42 lbs. Be safe on the water, have fun. Hope everyone has a great June.

If you have a fishing report or pictures that you would like to share, please send information to me at mawlovesherbabies@gmail.com

Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.

Philippians 2:3 (NLT)

By Gary Miller

Have you ever wondered about wonder? I mean have you ever thought why you attribute beauty or awe to certain things? Have you ever been amazed how a large tree can grow from the tiniest crack in a massive rock? Have you ever been rapt by a sunset, a blanket of fog, or ridge of mountains in the fall? I know you have. And I also know you’re beginning to think I’m spending too much time in a tree stand, bored from not seeing deer. Not yet, but I can say this. Deer hunters are people who get to see some of the greatest wonders of earth. Sitting in a tree stand for hours really can make you focus on every particular area in view and analyze its most intricate pieces. There, you are forced to think deeper than what is on the surface. You don’t just see a tree or a rock, but you see an oak and a piece of sandstone. You don’t just see an oak and a piece of sandstone; you see a strutting limb and a unique shape. You don’t just see a strutting limb or a unique shape; you see a guiding force that has sent a seed flying through the wind or a boulder rolling down a hill.

We have today what is known as the Seven Wonders of the World. They are called “Wonders” because the architecture of each structure is greater than the known ability of its designers at the time it was built. This “wonder” is not only in the form of question – “I wonder how these were built?” But the “wonder” here is also the prefix of “wonderful.” “What a wonderful sight to behold!” Beauty is another feather in the hat of those of us who believe in God. Beauty cannot be explained by Darwin’s natural selection or randomness and yet it is evident in every human. If I were to place the world’s most decorated physician alongside a member of the world’s most uncivilized jungle tribe, in front of the Grand Canyon, both would stand in utter awe at the beauty of such a scene. In one way or another each would express the term “wonderful.” But given enough time, soon, “wonderful” would become “I wonder.” That is, I wonder how all of this could happen. And when “wonderful” is put with “I wonder,” the outcome is the same as my little rock and tree – there must be a Guiding Hand.

Gary Miller has written Outdoor Truths articles for 21 years. He also speaks at wildgame dinners and men’s events for churches and associations. gary@outdoortruths.org

Ryleigh Hamrick hugs a toy horse she found at the Mooresboro townwide yard sale. Jeff Melton photo

GARY MILLER

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Spend an evening under the stars while rocking to Pink Floyd's classic rock music at the James H. Lynn Planetarium in The Schiele Museum in Gastonia on Saturday, June 27. The event is part of the popular “Music Under the Stars” series.

The unique two-act program will feature live music performed by The Album Series Band, choreographed to a celestial starlight show of immersive 360-degree visuals. The band specializes in performing classic albums of legendary rock ‘n roll bands, including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Metallica, The Allman Brothers, and others.

Based on popular demand,

The Album Series Band will perform two shows at the planetarium on the same day, starting at 5:30 p.m. and again at 8:30 p.m.

The music will include two Pink Floyd albums, “Atom Heart Mother,” and “Meddle.”

“Atom Heart Mother” is the band’s fifth studio album, released in 1970. It marked a shift toward progressive rock and experimental rock styles, distinct from their earlier psychedelic material. The album reached number 1 in the UK and eventually went gold in the US. It included the “Atom Heart Mother Suite,” a six-part composition that takes up the entire first side of the original vinyl record. Clocking in at 23 minutes and 38 seconds, it’s one of Pink Floyd’s longest uncut studio pieces.

The most popular song on Pink Floyd’s album Meddle is

“Echoes.” This iconic track is a progressive rock masterpiece known for its atmospheric soundscapes and extended instrumental passages. The album was released on October 31, 1971, marking several significant milestones for Pink Floyd. Notably, it was the first album to feature lyrics credited solely to Roger Waters, although most of the vocals were performed by David Gilmour.

The evening’s entertainment is suitable for all ages.

Tickets are $30 for museum members and $35 for the general public. Seats are limited, and a sell-out is expected. For more information and to purchase tickets in advance, visit SchieleMuseum.org.

SUDOKU

The annual Mooresboro townwide yard sale was held Saturday June 8th, 2024. A huge number of vendors and shoppers were in attendance on the beautiful day. Jeff Melton photo

Claire, Camden, Everett and Greyson Wells take a selfie while listening to the music of PacJAM Ramblers at the Pickin' On the Square at the Earl Scruggs Center in Shelby on Saturday, June 8th. Jeff Melton photo

2024 KMHS CLASS OF 1970 50ISH REUNION – The KMHS Class of 1970 held their 54th class reunion on May 18, 2024 at Patterson Grove graduates. 66 classmates and 30 guests attended. They enjoyed a special homecooked meal, provided by Ranata Wingo. First row, seated, L-R: Mrs. Betty Gamble (former teacher), Doris Bell Brown, Leonard V. Stokes, Sandi Short Wright, Gloria W. Burris, Annie Rowe McClain, Joseph “Joe” Crocker, Laurin Whisnant, Mike Kiser, strap, Elaine Jones Jackson, Chuck Hoyle, Jane Yates Frye, Diane E. Moore, Jerry Lovelace Second row, standing: Frances McGill, Bobby Houze, Mary Bryant Shawver, Laura Stowe Wright, Jacqueline L. Hopper, Nadine Williams Allison, Becky Ellis Smith, Janie Paulette Hullender, Pamela Gregory Bumgardner, Judy Rayfield Whisnant, Ramona Parker Hinson, Barbara Logan Killian, Dianne Hauser Brown, Deloris Beatty Curry, Jan Murphy Sabetti, Diane Tria Ellis, Donna Champion Chang, Ginger Finger Hamrick. Third row, seated: Steve Gladden, Jim Ware, John Ledbetter, Reid P. Strickland, Philip Francis, Louis Sabetti, Andy Neisler, Ed Goforth, Jim Norris, Gloria Gamble White, Scott Howell, Connie Mintz Petty, Tommy Tindall, Larry Randle, Annette Moore London, Richard E. Hayess. Fourth row, standing: Suzanne Amos, Fran Alexander Payne, Susan Owens Brown, Mike W. Brown, Gene Houze, Leon Ross, Marty Frederick, Dan Childers, Wayne Sexton, Bob Ethridge, Jean Allen Moore, Jerry Blanton, Libby Trott Blanton, Gerald Putnam, Ann Baird Butler, Charles Barnes. (Photo by Joshua Sellers of jaisellersdesigns.com).

Ashley hired as CC Economic Development Partnership Director

Earlier this month, Cleveland County Government hired Ms. Courtney Ashley as the Executive Director for the Cleveland County Economic Development Partnership.

Ms. Ashley previously served as the Economic Development Marketing Manager for the City of Greenville, South Carolina, where she supported the city through startup and small business assistance, business recruitment and attraction, community engagement and content, and program and event development.

“Courtney is a welcome addition to our economic development team. I am confident that her experience, talents, and strategic thinking will build on Cleveland County’s successes, moving us into the future,” said County Manager David Cotton.

With over seven years of experience and comprehensive knowledge in economic development and community engagement, she now leads Cleveland County’s economic development efforts through new business recruitment, business retention and expansion, project management, site identification, and

post-recruitment support.

“This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with local businesses, government agencies, and community organizations to promote economic vitality,” said Courtney. “I look forward to fostering sustainable growth within the community and spearhead initiatives that attract new businesses, support existing industry, and ensure that Cleveland County remains a vibrant and dynamic place for everyone.”

Ms. Ashley has also served as the Marketing and Events Manager for the Town of Forest City and as the Director of Marketing for the Forest City Owls. She has a Bachelor of Arts with majors in Communications and Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

Free medicine disposal kits and lock boxes are available

The Cleveland County Health Department (CCHD) is proud to offer various ways to prevent prescription medication misuse. The data show a clear picture—prescription opioid misuse prevention tools are more important than ever.

As drug overdose deaths and emergency department visits continue to rise in Cleveland County, the Cleveland County Health Department is providing free resources to help prevent medication misuse and abuse. According to NCDHHS, Cleveland County experienced 36 overdose deaths in 2022 and 241 overdose ED visits in 2023. Almost 40% of all overdose ED visits in Cleveland County in 2022 were due to commonly prescribed opioids.

CCHD offers Deterra pouches and medicine lock boxes free of charge to help local households prevent medication misuse, accidental ingestion, and environmental harm by safely storing and disposing of

unused or expired medications.

Dependence on prescription opioids can unintentionally start in home medicine cabinets, where unused and expired medication can be easily accessed by family members and friends. Harm reduction methods, like Deterra and medicine lock boxes, exist to help our community prevent substance misuse before it starts.

Deterra medication disposal kits are highly effective in rendering drugs inactive and unavailable for misuse and are safe for the environment. In a 3-step process, a user deactivates drugs by putting them in a Deterra Pouch, adding water, shaking, and throwing them away in the household garbage. Deterra’s plant-based packaging and non-toxic ingredients also prevent

eggs, milk, mustard, soup and broth; pour over sausage. Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 2-3 hours before baking.

OVERNIGHT

EGG CASSEROLE

8 slices bread, cubed

3/4 pound shredded cheddar cheese

1-1/2 pounds bulk pork sausage

4 large eggs

2-1/2 cups 2% milk

1 tablespoon mustard

1 can (10-3/4 oz.)

condensed cream of mushroom soup

1/4 cup chicken broth

• Place bread cubes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese; set aside. In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Crumble sausage over the cheese and bread. Beat the

•Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or just until set. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.

BROCCOLI SALAD

Place in bowl with sealing lid:

1 bunch broccoli, cut into small pieces

3-4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

1-1/2 tablespoons minced onion 1/ 2 cup raisins

In separate bowl mix:

¾ cup mayonnaise

½ cup sugar

harmful chemicals from entering our landfills and water supplies, making the world safer for everyone. Medicine lock boxes are also available free of charge as part of the Lock Your Meds national campaign to reduce prescription drug misuse through safe home storage. Community members who would like a free Deterra medication disposal kit or medicine lock box can pick them up at the front desk of the Cleveland County Health Department located at 200 S. Post Road, Shelby, NC, between 8 AM and 5 PM, Monday – Friday. For more information or to request Deterra or medicine lock boxes for your home or business, you can also contact Carmen Barbuto, Drug-Free Communities Grant Coordinator, at carmen.barbuto@clevelandcountync. gov or 980-484-5335.

2 Tbsp. Apple cider vinegar

Pour liquid over broccoli mixture. Toss. Allow to sit overnight stirring ocassionally.

EASY CARAMEL

SAUCE

1 cup packed brown sugar

½ cup unsalted butter

¼ cup milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Combine brown sugar, butter, and milk in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Cook until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla extract (optional).

Serve over ice cream, apple pie, cheesecake, etc. SOUR CREAM COCONUT CAKE

16-oz. sour cream

1-1/2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed 2 cups sugar

1 12-oz. pkg. frozen coconut, thawed (reserve 1/4 pk. for topping cake)

Prepare cake mix according to pkg. directions (2 layers). When cool, split both layers horizontally. Combine sugar, sour cream & coconut, blending well. (Reserve 1 cup sour cream mixture for frosting .) Spread remainder between layers of cake. Combine whipped topping with 1 cup sour cream mixture. Blend until smooth. Spread on top and sides of cake. Top with reserved coconut. Seal cake in airtight container and refrigerate for 2-3 days before serving. Serves 12. Can be frozen.

COURTNEY ASHLEY

OBITUARIES I

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Please have your funeral home send us your loved ones’ obituaries to obits@shelbyinfo.com

on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.

She was the daughter of Shirly Carroll of Shelby.

Vickie is preceded in death by her son, Kenny Parris; and sisters, Tammy McCullough and Donna Pack.

She is survived by her son, Walter Smith and wife Sierra of Shelby; daughter, Victoria Smith of the home; sister, Sandra Hunt and husband Dennis of Shelby; and three grandchildren.

A funeral service was held May 31, 2024 at Community Baptist Church with Pastor Scott Caldwell officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center is serving the family. Online condolences www.claybarnette.com

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. – John 3:16

THOMAS KENNETH WILSON

Thomas Kenneth "Tommy" Wilson, 85, of Blacksburg, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Born in Gaffney, SC, he was the son of the late John Harry and Ethel Jones Wilson.

Tommy is survived by his children, David Wilson (Jessica Enewold) and Kelly Wilson Richardson; his sister, Nancy Stacy; and his grandson.

In addition to his parents, Tommy was preceded in death by his sisters, Harriette Parker and Ann Campbell. Funeral services were held June 8, 2024, at Buffalo Baptist Church with Dr. Bruce Price officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Buffalo Volunteer Fire Department, 137 Blackwell Road, Blacksburg, SC 29702.

Joseph “Joe” McSwain, 65, of Kings Mountain, passed away on Saturday May 25, 2024. He was born in Cleveland County on April 11,1959. He was the son of Ella Janois Dayberry Justice and the late Ervin McSwain.

In addition to his mother, Joe is survived by stepfather Max Justice and step brother Joshua Dean Justice.

A celebration of life service was held at Christopher Road Baptist Church with Pastor Mike Tucker offering words of encouragement. Memorials may be made to Christopher Road Baptist Church building fund: 420 Christopher Rd, Shelby, NC 28152

Cecil M Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is compassionately serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

DAVID EUGENE BOLIN

David Eugene Bolin, 60, of Blacksburg, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024.

Born in Blacksburg, SC, he was the widower of Shirley Hall Bolin and the son of Wilma Moses Bolin and the late Brice Bolin. Surviving Mr. Bolin are his mother, Wilma Moses Bolin; his brothers, Kenneth Bolin and Richard Bolin; and his sisters, Linda Self, Sue Curtis, and Vicky Self.

In addition to his father, Mr. Bolin was preceded in

death by his sister, Becky Bell.

Funeral services were held Friday, June 7, 2024 in Gordon Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Scott Suttle officiating.

GRACE MARIE JONES BRISCOE

Grace Marie Jones Briscoe, 66, of Shelby, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024.

She was born on August 13, 1954, in Shelby, NC to the late Willie and Elizabeth Jones.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Deacon Milton Ray Briscoe; son, Marlon Jones; brothers: Eddie and Bill Jones one sister, Ella Hardin (Sherwood); and brothersin-law: Sylvester Littlejohn and Gregory Briscoe.

She is survived by nine children whom she raised: Milton Briscoe (Katrina) of Shelby, NC, Audréa Wilson Goodman (Kenneth) of Harrisburg, NC, Shaletta Wilson of Shelby, NC, Reverend Sherise Lindsay (Antonio) of WinstonSalem, NC, Alécia Wilson of Charlotte, and four children in the home, Sherrita, India, Micah and Johanna Briscoe; four sisters, Patricia Petty, Betty Raper, Janice Bridges (Floyd) and Faye Littlejohn (Roger); four brothers, Johnny Jones (Lisa), Walter Jones (Ann), Percy Tate (Libby) and Jack Tate; in-laws: Kenneth Briscoe of Shelby and Daryl Briscoe of Sacramento, CA; a sister, Linda Stroud Wilson (James) of Kingstown, NC; thirteen grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held June 1, 2024 at Shiloh Baptist Church. Burial was in Sunset Cemetery.

law, Don and Kathy Taylor and brother-in-law, Harold Traylor.

Survivors include her husband, William "Bill" Lutz Burton; daughter, Meredith Burton of Savannah, GA; and sister, Barbara Taylor Traylor of Shelby.

JOHN CHARLES WARD

Mr. John Charles Ward passed away on May 24, 2024.

He was born May 17, 1943, in Lawndale, NC to the late Frank and Helen Wray Ward. Mr. Ward was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Lucille Williamson, Rosa Padgett, Willie Frank Ward, Cleo Hambright, Ruth M. Ward, Annie Ward, George Thomas Ward, and Eddie Ward.

He is survived by his wife, Daisy Ward, his children: Reginald Charles Ward (Sharon), Kenneth Lamont Ward, Tonya Yvette Ward, and Timothy Darnell Ward (Shamika), all of Shelby, NC.

He is also survived by his siblings: Shirley Fuller (James), Shelby, NC, Jacquelyn Guest (Benjamin), Charlotte, NC and James Ward, Cary, NC; his sisters-in-law, Reatha Ward (Eddie), Lois Pullen (Ben), and Phyllis Coates (George); his brothers-in-law Lewis Coates (Maxine) and Gene Vinson (Annie); twelve grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Services were held May 31, 2024, at Enloe Mortuary in Shelby, NC.

Robin Taylor Burton, 67 of Shelby, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024.

Born in Cleveland County, on February 8, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Norman Edwin Taylor and Ruth Blanton Taylor.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-

A Celebration of Life Service was held June 9, 2024 at Aldersgate United Methodist Church with the Rev. Randy Blanton officiating.

A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

Jimmy Dewayne Gossett, 51, of Chesnee, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.

Born in Spartanburg County, on February 17, 1973, he was a son of Henry Howard Gossett and Myrle Frances Radford Gossett.

He is survived by his wife Heather Price Gossett; three siblings, Jerry (Ann) Gossett of Rutherfordton, Terry (Rhonda) Gossett of Polk County, and Vickie (Bruce) Bradley of Chesnee; and a number of loving nieces and nephews.

The funeral service was held Friday, June 7, 2024 at Temple of Victory Church with the Rev. Jesse Hardin, Rev. Kyle Lowery and Rev. Randy Hardin officiating. The burial follow the service in the House of Prayer Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, PO Box 639, Fallston, NC 28042 to help with funeral expenses. A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

ROBIN TAYLOR BURTON

JIMMY DEWAYNE GOSSETT

The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe. Psalm 18:10

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NANCY

GILFILLAN GOODE

Nancy Gilfillan Goode, 81, of Gaffney, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 29, 2024.

Born in Gaffney, she was the wife of Ronald “Ron” Goode and daughter of the late Grady Gilfillan and Margaret Mathis Gilfillan Wilson.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Keith Goode of Mooresboro, NC; a daughter, Lori Ann McMahan (Richard) of Chesnee; a brother, Richard Gilfillan of Gaffney; a sister, Cathy Webber (Larry) of Spartanburg; sisters-inlaw, Ada Conner (Norman) of Forest City and Jane Dietrich (Phillip) of Spindale; five grandchildren; ten greatgrandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her infant son, Ronald Wesley Goode and her son Gene Scates, and two sisters and their husbands, Joyce and John Winstead and Jane and Jackie Donahue.

Funeral services were held May 5, 2024, at New Harvest Church of God with Pastor Robert Wells officiating. Interment was in Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery.

OBITUARIES I N R

daughter, Heather Mitchem (Joshua Weatherford); brothers, Kenny Mitchem (Tammie), Curtis Mitchem (Emily); three grandchildren.

John’s Funeral Service was held at Sisk-Butler Funeral Home June 7, 2024, with Pastor Tommy Hovis officiating. Interment followed at Bethel Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the church’s cemetery fund at Bethel Lutheran Church, 509 Long Shoals Rd., Lincolnton, North Carolina 28092.

82, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on June 4, 2024.

He was born in Gaston County, NC, son of the late William Avery and Helen McGill Long and was preceded in death by two sons, Jeff and Renn Long.

G.M. “Butch” Wacaster, 77, of Shelby, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.

A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Glavis and Gladys Heafner Wacaster.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Howard Wacaster; and sister, Jeanette Willis.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Rogers Wacaster of the home; sons, Randy Wacaster and wife Lyn of Fort Mill, SC and Brian Wacaster and wife Julie of Rock Hill, SC; and four grandchildren.

in-law, Robert Lewis Moore, Randy Moore.

He is survived by his mother, Dorothy L. Wilson; sons, Kevin (Charlette) Moore, Kenneth Moore, and Terry Phillips; and John “Tony” Smith; daughter, Quianisha (Qiana) Payne; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren; brother, Jeffery Wilson and sisters: Emma Baccus, Sharon Wilson, and Barbara (Christopher “Tee” Little; and in-laws: Angela and John Downs; and his fiancé, Deloris Ford.

Funeral services were June 2, 2024, at Green Bethel Baptist Church, Boiling Springs, NC. Burial was in the church cemetery.

entrusted with arrangements.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Brian Moss, 57, of Rutherfordton, NC, passed away on June 1, 2024.

Doyle was the son of the late Clyde and Ruth Moore Lanning.

Mr. Lanning served our company in the U.S. Army. Brenda was the daughter of the late Jimmie and Lucille Rollins Greene.

Surviving Doyle and Brenda are their son, Jason Lanning, and two grandchildren.

Doyle is survived by his siblings, Betty Floyd (M.D.), Sondra Anderson, and Earl Lanning (Linda).

Brenda is survived by her brother, Johnny Greene (Cindy).

He was born in Colorado Springs, CO, the son of the late Karl R. Moss and Peggy Sanders Moss.

Brian is survived by his sister, Carrie Messenger and husband Dan, Kings Mountain, NC;.

Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.

In addition to his parents, Doyle was preceded in death by his siblings, Grady, James, Harry Lanning and Berti Dover.

In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her siblings, Kathy Love and Jackie Greene.

Funeral services were held June 9, 2024 at Flint Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Shane Kirby and Rev. Keith Dixon officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Flint Hill Baptist Church or Hospice of Cleveland County. Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center is serving the family. www.claybarnette.com

Mary C. Beattie, 86, of Shelby, NC, passed on May 15, 2024.

She was born August 16, 1937 in Shelby to the late Walter W. and Selma B. Crawley.

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.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date. Memorials may be made to Cherokee County Meals on Wheels, PO Box 1886, Gaffney, SC 29342.

Memorials may be made to: New Harvest Church of God, 120 Boiling Springs Highway, Gaffney, SC 2024.

He was born August 20, 1954, in Gaston County, to the late John Clyde Mitchem, Jr and Betty Lou Hannah Mitchem.

He is preceded in death by his parents; son, John Mitchem, IV; and brother, Chris Mitchem.

He is survived by his wife, Laura “Ann” Owens Mitchem;

Ronnie is survived by his wife, Linda Jan Fisher Long, of the home; children: Ronnie Keith Long Jr. (Mary), Kellie Long, and John McPurdy (Barbara); siblings: Linda Miller, Carolyn Benenhaley, Gary Long (Libby), and Eddie Long (Wanda); seven grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.

Funeral service was held June 11, 2024 at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Pastor Jason Allen officiating. Interment was at Gaston Memorial Park, Gastonia, NC.

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.

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

ROBERT LUTHER WILSON

Robert Luther Wilson passed away on May 14, 2024.

He was born May 10, 1952, to the late Robert J. Wilson and Dorothy Long Wilson in Royster Memorial HospitalBoiling Springs, NC.

Robert Luther served our country in the United U.S. Marine Corps. He is preceded in death by his father, Robert J. Wilson; paternal grandparents; maternal grandparents; brothers Charles and Donald; sisters Juanita Wilson, Wanda Wilson, Dorothy Jenois Wilson; in-laws, Robert and Willette Moore; and brothers-

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, William L. Beattie.

Mary is survived by her brother, Donald W. Crawley. Memorial services to be held at a later date.

Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center is serving the family. Online condolences. www.claybarnette.com

JOHNATHON PRUITT

Johnathon “Johnny” Pruitt, 41, of Mooresboro, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024.

Johnny was born Monday, July 12, 1982 in Lake County, Florida to Lee Lane of Green Hill and Janice Pruitt of Forest City.

He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Carroll “Honey” Lowery; grandparents; and father-in-law, Billy Atchley.

Mr. Pruitt is survived by his wife, Lisa Atchley Pruitt; son, Reagan Sprouse and daughter, Alexis Pruitt both of the home; stepmother, Patti Lane of Green Hill; sister, Jennifer Pruitt of Shiloh; a grandmother; and mother-in-law, Teresa Morrow Panther of Forest City.

The funeral service was held June 3rd at the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ted Blankenship officiating. Interment followed at the Morrow Curve Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time at the funeral home.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been

UPCHURCH BIDDIX

MCKEE BRADLEY SR.

James McKee Bradley Sr, 91, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on June 2, 2024.

He was born in Gaston County, NC, son of the late Mac and Gertrude Bradley and was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores Beal Bradley; his siblings, Betty Alger, Pat Ferguson, Doris Thomas, and Sam Bradley.

He is survived by his children: Jimmy Bradley and wife Tracy, Kings Mountain, NC, Karon Sturgill and husband Tony, Tullahoma, TN, and Renee Shockley and husband Doug, Whitesburg, TN; brother, Glenn Bradley and wife Gail; eight grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren: and one on the way.

Funeral service was held June 5, 2024, at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Ron Caulder 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.

DOYLE AVON LANNING & BRENDA GREENE LANNING

Doyle Avon Lanning of Blacksburg, passed away on Wednesday, June 5th, 2024 and Brenda Greene Lanning passed away on Tuesday, May 28th, 2024. Born in Blacksburg, SC,

Barbara Ann Upchurch Biddix, 77, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on June 6, 2024.

Born on December 9, 1946, Barbara was the daughter of Marvin William Upchurch and Doris Jean Heath Upchurch. Barbara was preceded in death by her father, Marvin (Mutt) William Upchurch; her husband, Wilbert Lee Biddix; and sisters: Shirley Jean Upchurch Wright and Betty Ruth Upchurch Roark.

She is survived by her mother, Doris Jean Heath Upchurch of Kings Mountain, NC; sister, Virginia Dale Upchurch Wright (husband, Luther/Sonny) of Kings Mountain, NC; half sister Alessandra Bruscagli, Italy; daughter, Karen Biddix Thomson (husband, Jay) of Sherrills Ford, NC; son, Marvin Lee Biddix of Kings Mountain, NC; and two grandchildren.

Services were held in the chapel of Harris Funeral Home in Kings Mountain on Saturday June 8, 2024, officiated by Reverend Dr. Steve Parker and Reverend Jim Brackett. Burial was at Mountain Rest Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Elizabeth Baptist Church in Shelby, or to the Life Enrichment Center in Kings Mountain.

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC

JAMES

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RONALD WAYNE STROUP

Ronald “Ron” Wayne Stroup, 76, of Thomasville passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024.

Born September 9, 1947 in Shelby, NC. He is a son of the late Carl Ray Stroup and Evelyn Rae Jones Stroup.

Ron is survived by his wife, Ann Olsen Stroup and two sons, Ronald Wayne “Chip” Stroup and wife Kissie of High Point and Craig Olsen Stroup and wife Tammy of Thomasville; five grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; sister, Carla Stroup Gambrell and husband Ron of Seneca, SC, and brotherin-law, Don Olsen and wife Hermine.

A memorial service was held June 6, 2024, at Shady Grove Global Methodist Church with the Reverend Dr. Tom Mabry officiating.

Memorials be given to Shady Grove Global Methodist Church, Youth Ministry, 167 Shady Grove Church Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27107

or Every Age Foundation to Benefit Piedmont Crossing, 100 Hedrick Drive, Thomasville, NC 27360

VIRGINIA MERLE CHAMPION BUSH

Mrs. Virginia Merle (Champion) Bush, 71, of Taylors, SC, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024.

She is survived by her husband, Floyd Bush of the home, her two children, Floyd Eugene Bush, II and wife Auburn of Taylors, SC, and Steven Lane Curtis of Shelby, NC, seven grandchildren, six great grandchildren, four brothers, Bill, Joe, David, and Glenn, and two sisters, Susan and Kathy.

Born March 2, 1953, in Cleveland County, NC, Virginia was the daughter of the late Ralph and Colette (Washburn) Champion.

A funeral service was held June 5, 2024, at Cleveland Funeral Services conducted by Rev. Tommy Buchanan. A burial was held at Cleveland Memorial Park

To sign the guest book, please go to www.cleveland-

funeralservices.com.

Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.

Blacksburg, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024.

Born in York, SC, he was the husband of Marjorie Ashley Hope and the son of the late William and Myrtle Baber Hope.

In addition to his wife, Mr. Hope is survived by two sons, Brad Hope (Jenifer) of California, MO and Blake Hope of Mocksville, NC; four grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, John Hope.

A Celebration of Life was held June 11, 2024, at 2:00 pm at St. John United Methodist Church with Rev. Richard Andrews officiating. Interment followed at Mountain View Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to St. Johns United Methodist Church, PO Box 703, Blacksburg, SC 29702.

Kick-off to Summer animal adoption event

Cleveland County Animal Services announced its Kick-off to Summer animal adoption event that began on Monday, June 3.

When you adopt a dog or cat from Animal Services, your name will be entered into a drawing from selected door prizes donated

to its facility. Prizes include a FREE BarkBox, donated by BarkBox, Inc., and 2 tickets to see Najee at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, donated by Blumenthal Arts.

During this event, they have significantly reduced their animal adoption fees

for a limited time. Adopting a dog is now just $25, and cat adoptions are a mere $10. The raffle will be drawn on July 1.

You must adopt a pet to be entered into the door prize raffle. If the animal is returned, you will no longer be eligible for the prizes.

A lush, green lawn is a point of pride for many homeowners. Eye-catching landscaping anchored by a healthy lawn is one of the key ways to improve the value and curb appeal of a home. In fact, the experts at HGTV say an attractive and well-maintained landscape can add as much as 10 percent to the value of a home.

Maintaining a thriving lawn takes effort, and that means recognizing when the green in the yard may not necessarily be coming from soft blades of grass. Invasive greenery, including moss, can infiltrate a lawn and that can be problematic if left unaddressed.

A mossy lawn is a sign that certain conditions are ripe for the moss, but not necessarily the grass, to grow. According to Lowes, moss thrives in certain conditions, which should be addressed if homeowners hope to corral it.

• Moss does well in acidic soil, more so than traditional grasses. A soil test can confirm if the pH needs to be adjusted to make it more hospitable to grass and less friendly to moss.

• Compacted soil and excess thatch can make it eas-

ier for moss to take root. These conditions also can make the soil damp and restrict drainage, something that promotes moss growth.

• Moss can grow in shady conditions. If patches of the lawn have been overrun by moss, there could be too much shade in the area. Trimming back trees or shrubbery may help; otherwise, homeowners may need to look into hardscape or plants that thrive in such conditions to remedy shady and damp areas on portions of their landscapes.

well as improving drainage and adjusting the pH, are keys to keeping moss from returning.

Moss typically can be removed the same way one would dethatch a lawn. It involves rigorously raking or agitating the lawn to loosen the moss. This can be done by hand with a rake, or in the case of a lot of moss or a large lawn, with a dethatching blade attachment for a lawn mower.

Aerating the soil will help keep moss that was removed from returning. In addition, amending the soil so that it has a more dense nutritional profile by adding compost, as

For pesky moss, The Spruce suggests making a solution of one box of baking soda to two gallons of water and spraying this solution on the patches of moss. It is a natural alternative to using chemical products. Certain sources indicate a glyphosate herbicide could work on moss, but the World Health Organization considers glyphosate to be a probable human carcinogen and it is prohibited in certain areas.

Moss may be green, but it’s often not the type of green homeowners desire in their lawns. Learning about moss can help when removing it and preventing it in the future.

A large crowd made it out to the Shelby-Cleveland Regional Airport Fly-In & Open House on Saturday, June 8th. The event included tours of the facilities, plane and helicopter rides, vintage cars, food and more. Jeff Melton photo

L OCAL C HURCHES

East Gold Street Wesleyan Church

701 E. Gold St., Kings Mountain, NC

Saturday, June 15

What: Yard Sale

When: 8:00 am until 11:00 am, June 15.

Where: St. Peter’s Methodist Church, 108 St. Peter’s Ch. Rd., Lawndale, NC.

More Info: Upper Cleveland Christian Men, will have the yard sale.

Monday, June 17-21

What: VBS-SHINE

When: 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm, June17 - 21.

Where: St. Paul Baptist Church, 337 Hull Rd., Casar, NC.

More Info: All ages welcome Contact: 704-472-8370.

Saturday, June 22

What: Yard Sale Church Fundraiser

When: 7:00 am until 1:00 pm, June 22.

Where: Shelby Missionary Holiness Church, 1402 Earl Rd., Shelby, NC.

More Info: New & Used Household Items, Clothes (childadult) & Lots of Misc. items! Come on out and see what we’ve got!!! For more Info, to Donate or Volunteer please contact Bambi at 828-748-3633.

Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your from with hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:16-17

Right

(Part 2 of “Pride” Series)

but wrong

Pursuing excellence is not inherently wrong, but when our motivations are misguided, we risk seeking glory from the wrong source. For example, some people may give gifts to receive praise and admiration from others. Others may work hard to achieve academic success, physical fitness, or financial prosperity to be acknowledged as smart, attractive, or successful. However, as we strive for excellence, it’s crucial to remember that God is looking deeper than our outward accomplishments.

I Samuel 16:7 (NLT), “But the LORD said to Samuel, “Don’t

judge by his appearance or height, for I have rejected him.

The LORD doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.”

TO GOD BE THE GLORY

When we seek to bring glory to God, our actions become an act of worship and obedience to Him. We are motivated by a desire to serve Him and honor His name, rather than seeking recognition or praise from others. In this way, our diligence is not driven by a desire for self-glorification, but rather by a desire to glorify God. In contrast, when we seek to bring glory to ourselves, our actions become an idolatrous pursuit of self-worship. We are motivated by a desire for recognition, admiration, and praise from others, which is rooted in our own self-interest and can ulti-

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The Deaf Ministry of First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC, invites you to come worship with us. Sundays at 9:30 am. Interpreted services. Deaf SS Class. Wheelchair entrance off N. Dale St. 704-482-3467.

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.

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.

Walls Memorial Baptist Church Food Bank: TEFAP (Commodities) distribution is open to any neighboring county within North Carolina that does not receive TEFAP. Distribution will be held the third Tuesday of each month from 11:30 am until 1:30 pm, at Walls Memorial Baptist Church, 2223 Elizabeth Avenue, Shelby, NC 28150. June 18, 2024. All are welcome. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

mately lead us away from God’s purposes. Philippians 2:3 (NIV) says, “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves”

STEPS TOWARD HUMILITY

So, how can we ensure that our motivations are pure and aligned with God’s will? First, we must acknowledge that our hearts are prone to self-centeredness and idolatry. Second, we must seek God’s guidance and wisdom in our daily lives. We must ask for His help in staying focused on His purposes and glory, rather than seeking glory for ourselves. We need friends who will challenge us to think about our motivations and remind us of God’s greater purposes. Above all, we must remember what pleases the Lord. Isaiah 66:2 (ESV) says, “But this is the one to whom I will look: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, and trembles at my word.”

PRAY THIS PRAYER:

“Lord, you are great, and greatly to be praised. Please forgive me for my self-centeredness. Cleanse me from these hidden faults. Keep me from deliberate sins! Don’t let them control me. May 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.”

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.

DANYALE PATTERSON

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Don’t let the stairs limit your mobility! Discover the ideal solution for anyone who struggles on the stairs, is concerned about a fall or wants to regain access to their entire home. Call AmeriGlide today! 1-833-399-3595

Miscellaneous

Home break-ins take less than 60 seconds. Don’t wait! Protect your family, your home, your assets now for as little as 70¢/ day! 1-844-591-7951

Miscellaneous

MobileHelp America’s premier mobile medical alert system. Whether you’re home or away. For safety & peace of mind. No long term contracts! Free brochure! Call 1-888-489-3936

Miscellaneous !!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! GIBSON, FENDER, MARTIN, Etc. 1930’s to 1980’s. TOP DOLLAR PAID. CALL TOLL FREE 1-866-433-8277

CLUES ACROSS 1. Native American people 5. Very long periods of time (Brit.) 10. Schoolboard accessory 12. Rods 14. One who renews

16. Sculpted body part 18. Chatter incessantly

19. __ King Cole, musician

20. Plates on a turtle’s shell

22. University of Utah athlete 23. The world of the dead 25. Singer Redding

26. Former Yankee great Mattingly 27. Pre x indicating wrongly 28. Unhappy 30. Anger 31. Dark brown or black 33. Restaurants have a lot of them

35. Made a mistake 37. Damp 38. Type of gasoline

40. Actor LeBlanc

41. Perform in a play 42. One’s mother 44. Prohibit

45. Swiss river

48. Part of a banana

50. Indian hand clash cymbals

52. Relative biological effectiveness (abbr.)

53. Agave

55. Noted journalist Tarbell

56. Computer rm

57. Type of record

58. Bacterium that can cause infection

8. California town

9. Atomic #50

10. The Muse of lyric and love poetry

11. Creates anew

13. Humorous commentaries

15. Cool!

17. Most ignoble

18. Soggy dirt

21. Designed to be useful

23. Hebrew unit of liquid capacity

24. High schoolers’ test 27. One-time internet accessory

29. City in India

32. Furniture

34. You have likely chatted with one

35. Pass or go by 36. Proof of purchase

39. A digital tape recording of sound

40. More (Spanish)

43. Dis gured

White (Spanish)

Building occupied by monks

Georgia rock band

Device that generates intense beam of light

State of agitation

Make by braiding

Local area network

Unit of work or energy

Indigenous person of Thailand

Lique ed

63. Sheaths enclosing the spinal cord

65. A narrow opening (as in a rock wall)

66. Pattern

67. Very eager to see something CLUES DOWN

Utilize

Writing utensil

Places to perform

Subsides

Consume

Athleisure

LAVETIA DAWKINS Sausage, mushrooms and olives are my favorites.

CAM MARTIN My favorite is sausage.

CAMDEN MACKALL Probably pepperoni.

KRISTIN FRIZZELL My favorite is pepperoni and onion.

JERRY BRACKETT

like my pizza loaded.

• What the center’s purpose is?

• And how you can be part of it?

To receive a tour of the Neal Senior Center, please contact Daniel Dedmon, Program Director, at 704/481-7387

Neal Senior Center will be closed on Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day The center will reopen on Monday, July 8, 2024, at 8:30 AM

JUNE DANCE

Advanced tickets $6.00 through Tuesday, June 25, at 3 PM. After that, tickets available at the door for $8.00.

Music provided by

A minimum of 50 tickets must be sold in order to have the dance.

June 14,

Photo By – Justin G. Hill & Son, Drone Photography Service

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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

CAR & TRUCK DETAILING by Ronnie Henderson. Call for Pricing. Reasonable Rates! (704) 691-5030

TRUMP 2024 GIFTS FOR SALE. www.TrumpShops.com is the place to find TRUMP 2024 Gifts NC4Ever@USA.com

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO WATERFRONT OWNERS AT MOSS LAKE. If you are a current waterfront owner and are concerned about new rules for the lakefront, promptly send your dues to Moss Lake Property Owner’s Association and send your email address to Mosslakepoa@gmail.com. This will enable future communications about waterfront changes and is required to receive information about important upcoming meetings. Mail Dues to: MLPOA Treasurer / Ray Kenny. 116 Harbor Point, Cherryville, NC 28021.

EMPLOYMENT

NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704) 473-0341

LIVE IN CAREGIVER. Free room and $100 per week to care for 91 yr old male with dementia. Background and references verified. (828) 514-4377 teresagash1@bellsouth.net

LAUNDROMAT ATTEN-

DANT PART TIME. Starting pay $10.00 per hour. Mondays thru Thursdays 6 PM to 8 PM, Cleaning laundromat. Meticulous and punctual, willing to cover other shifts when needed. MUST APPLY ONLINE www.mountainwashlaundryshelbync. com TIEMPO PARCIAL pago inicial $10.00 por hora Lunes a jueves de 6 p.m. a 8 p.m. limpiando la lavandería Meticuloso y puntual Dispuesto a cubrir otros turnos cuando sea necesario. SE REQUIERE SEGURO SOCIAL O W7

DEBE SOLICITAR EN LÍNEA www.mountainwashlaundryshelbync.com (704) 747-1748 laundryhelp@carolina.rr.com

CLASSIFIED ADS

EMPLOYMENT

HIRING. PERSON 1ST LLC is hiring for Direct Support Professional/Community Living and Support. If you are a positive person and enjoy making a difference in the lives of persons with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges, come and join our team. As a one-on-one support staff, you will be providing services in the home and community to help persons served reach beyond their limits! Please contact Eddie Scruggs, Executive Director for further details. 704-692-6974. (704) 692-6974

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF SHELBY. Do you have a passion for cooking? Are you seeking a rewarding job in a safe, Christian environment with a long-standing commitment to childcare? First Baptist Church of Shelby Weekday Ministries is currently hiring a Food Service Coordinator. POSITION DETAILS ARE: ROLE: Food Service Coordinator. EXPERIENCE: Preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate. ENVIRONMENT: Safe, Christian setting with a rich history of nurturing children. If you’re interested, please reach out to Penny Corn at: PHONE: 704-482-3460. EMAIL: childcare3460@fbcshelby.org

BUSINESS SERVICES

TONEY’S PLUMBING REPAIR. Tub, faucet installation, kitchen lavatory installation, hot water heater repair/replace, drain clean. All work guaranteed. 828-223-0332.

MCNEILLY TREE SERVICE & LAND MANAGEMENT. Tree Removal, Trimming, Demolition, Land Clearing, Firewood, Hauling Services, Debris Removal. Free Estimates. (704) 472-3766

HANDYMAN SERVICES. NOW IS THE TIME. Over 25 years Exp! Install Replace Hot water Heaters, Mulching, Trees and Bushes trimmed, Minor Repairs, Ceiling Fans, Mini Blind Installation, Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available. We will show up and do the job. Call us first, 704692-4449.

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.

MEN WITH TRUCK. Need Help Moving Stuff? Trash or Bushes Removed? Buildings Cleared Out? Things That Won’t Fit In Your Car? (704) 813-7970

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPAIR. Skid Steer, Wreckers, Rollbacks, Splitters, Tractors, etc. 30 years experience. Shelby, NC. (Joe) (704) 692-1097

PAINTING, ROOFING, TILE FLOORS, wood decks, fences & carpentry work. Free estimates. Ask for Harold or Jim 828-429-7511.

LANDSCAPER NEEDED. Laborers, experience preferred. Driver’s License a plus. (704) 526-6640

BUSINESS SERVICES

ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, full service on lawnmowers or tractor. Honest & Reliable! (704) 300-2332

LESSONS

MATH FOR CHILDREN.

LEARN ONLINE MATH FOR CHILDREN Learn Online at www.UNCShelby.com NC4Ever@USA.com

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE, SHELBY. Fri. and Sat. June 14th & 15th, 2024 from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Clothes, tools, furniture, kids toys, farmhouse home decor & much more! 2113 Randolph Road, Shelby, NC 28150

BIG YARD SALE AND FISH FRY. Friday 6/14/2024, 2pm until. Variety of stuff, Clothes, CDs, DVDs, Dishes, Children’s Summer Clothes, Mens Tools. 4pm FISH FRY, $10 per plate. Yard Sale continues thru Saturday 6/15. 2600 Ball Park Road, Lawndale, NC 28090. Proceeds for Tabernacle C.M.E. Missionary Society.

NATURALLY UNIQUE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES presents an Estate Tag Sale, Thurs., June 13th, 2 pm-7 pm, Fri., June 14th, 2 pm-7 pm and Sat., June 15th, 9 am-2 pm. Do not park in street. Park in designated parking only. 3455 Fallston Rd., Shelby, NC 28150

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE. 602 Bell Rd., Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Sat., June 15th, 2024 from 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Large Multi-Family Yard Sale. Furniture, Household items, tools & much, much more. Please no early birds.

MISCELLANEOUS TOOLS. Power tools, hand tools, tool boxes, yard and garden tools.. too much to list, email for more Information and pictures. tinimimi63@gmail.com. 700 West Warren, Shelby, NC 28150, Tinimimi63@gmail.com

YARD SALE: SAT., JUNE 15TH, 2024 from 7:00 AM - ? Household items and decor, clothes, Christmas decor, LOTS OF CRAFT SUPPLIES 103 Malory Court, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., June 15th, 2024 from 7:00 AM - Until. Multi Family Yard Sale. 325 Circleview Dr., Shelby, NC. Near the YMCA in Shelby. Traeger grill, smoker and much more.

2 FAMILY/2 DAYS YARD SALE. Fri., June 14th, 11am5pm & Sat., June 15th, 8am1pm. Too much to list. 1309 Mammock Ave, Shelby, NC 28152

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

JOHNNY’S JUNK. Sat., June 15th, 8am-until. Old stuff and collectible things. Squishmalons also. (Corner of Bear Creek and Hwy 180). 2652 South Post Road. Shelby, NC 28152

HUGE YARD SALE. Sat., June 15th, 2024, 7:00 AM until. Loads of stuff! From vintage to modern: Tools, Fishing, Jewelry, Clothes, NASCAR, 200+ Playboy magazines, Vtg. Playgirl magazines, loads of 90’s Ball Cards, Vtg Records, Traffic lights, air conditioners, squirrel fan blowers, end tables and chairs, and much much more. Too much to list. From 4pm to 6pm Everything has to go.

DEALS (After 4pm) 509 Webber St, Shelby, NC 28152

CLEANED OUT ANOTHER HOUSE. Massive yard sale. Biggest sale of the summer. You don’t want to miss this one. Lots of different type items from several clean outs. Fri., June 14th and Sat, June 15th. Both days 8am-2pm. 825 Elmwood Dr, Shelby, NC 28152

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., June 15th, 2024 from 7:00 AM - ? Multi-family yard sale! Find living room and dining room furniture, clothes, tools, bakeware, home decor, handcrafted items & much more. 164 Washington Street, Forest City, NC 28043

SATURDAY, JUNE 15, 8AM12PM. Antiques, collectibles, glass, CocaCola, Tupperware, brass, tools, sterling silver jewelry. Jack’s Self Storage; 603 South Main St., Rutherfordton, NC 28139

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Saturday, June 15; 7am-until. Fishing items, tools, shoes, shirts, etc. Father’s Day gifts! 173 Harris Street, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

FOR SALE

10X10 HEAVY DUTY DOG LOT. Excellent condition, Sells new for $1,000. Will sell for $250. 828-429-3117.

DISCOUNT APPLIANCES. Refrigerators, washers, dryers and stoves. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 477-4766

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) 473-0867

SHIPPING CRATE $35.00. Wood shipping crates for sale with some lids. 3 different sizes. I can send pictures. I have a few smaller crates ideal for planter. New shipment just arrived. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

FOR SALE

OLD SCHOOL GAS JUGS. 5 gallon, a 2.5 gallon and 1 gallon. These are old school filler necks with air release ports. $20, $15, $10. Only have TWO 5 gallon ones left! (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788

METAL ROOFING FOR SALE

INSTOCK! Deliveries Twice A Week. One Piece or the Whole Roof. J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

TREK BIKES FOR SALE. 2022 Women’s and Men’s Trek Bikes for Sale. $400 each. Call 704-418-9331. (704) 418-3799

CEMETERY PLOTS - ROSE HILL. $1500.00. Rose Hill Memorial Park, Lawndale, NC. Lot #428, Section 2. Number of graves - 2 (3 & 4). Seller pays deed transfer fee. (704) 9151972

STEEL BUILDINGS. “Large On Site Display”. Concrete Pads, Grading, Plumbing, Electrical. “One Stop Shop For All !” J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, 2690 Hwy. 221 South. (828) 245-5895

USED CAMPER TOPS FOR SALE: Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828-351-8846.

CARPORTS, GARAGES, BOAT, RV COVER HAY BARNS, Etc. “Check Out Our Price Before You Buy... There Is Difference!” J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

STORAGE BUILDINGS WOOD OR METAL. New, Used, Repo. New Buildings from $3756.00. Inventory changes weekly! J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

TRAILERS NEW5X10 WITH GATE $1395. Areas Largest Trailer Inventory, Equipment, Dumps, Landscape, Enclosed, Gooseneck “New & Used”. Best Cash Deals Around, Credit Cards, Financing, Rent to Own, No Credit Check Available. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City. (828) 245-5895

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855

NEW-USED TRAILERS PARTS & ACCESSORIES FOR ALL TYPES OF TRAILERS. 1500 Square Feet of Parts, Axles, Tires, Lights, Gates, Ramps, etc. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, (828) 245-5895

FOR SALE

TINY HOUSE / OFFICE UNIT. 12’ X 28’. Small Kitchen, 1/2 Bath, TV on Wall, Heat & Air. $35,900. Deliver & Blocked. “Financing Available”. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City. (828) 245-5895

I SUPPORT TRUMP 2024 GIFTS Visit the Online Mall at www.NC4Ever.com to see the I Support Trump 2024 Gifts NC4Ever@USA.com

MANUAL WHEEL CHAIR $95. Invacare, 250 lb limit, 16 inches wide, elevating legs rests. Free delivery this week. Call Scooterman Mike (704) 438-1292 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

SWEET POTATO PLANTS. Now Ready. Fresh vegetables, now ready. Lewis Farms, 5120 Fallston Rd. 1/2 mile north of Fallston on Hwy 18. 704-4720940 or 704-538-9397. TOOLS FOR SALE Tools for Sale. Excellent condition. Too many to list all. Call to set up appointment to view. (704) 4180938

CASE XX HAWK BILLS IN STOCK! 1 OZ. SILVER BARS & ROUNDS Available (While Supplies Last)* Plus: More KNIVES•KNIVES•KNIVES at Jake’s Knives & Coins located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. Call 704-600-6996 or (980) 295-5568

2 GRAVE SITES FOR SALE. Gaston Memorial Cemetery. $4000. (704) 692-7362

3 CABELA’S ZERO GRAVITY LOUNGE CHAIRS. Used 1 time $125 each. Clean vintage freezer cartons all sizes in very good condition. $10 dozen. Various fishing equipment rods, reels, tackle box, net. $125. 704-473-6587 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

WANT TO BUY

OLD SPORT CARDS, COM-

ICS, MAGAZINES, Books, Toys, Games & Memorabilia - Any collectibles older than 1980. (704) 750-1821, vintagebosko@gmail.com

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

WANTED WOOD STOVE.

Papa Bear type or similar. Paying Cash. Please call Don, Rutherfordton. (843) 582-5909

FARM & GARDEN

HAY BALES FOR SALE. Good grass, 4x5 large hay bales. $50 each. 828-429-4900.

4X5 FESCUE HAY FOR SALE.

Net wrap-been sprayed, fertilized and limed. Last year’s hay. Stored in barn, never wet. $40.00 a roll-10 or more. 980295-8808.

RIDING MOWER TROY BUILT

PONY. I have a good running 42” Troy Built Pony mower. Has new battery and carburetor. Moved to smaller place don’t need. (704) 300-1818, kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

PETS & LIVESTOCK

DOG KENNELS. 5X10X6, 10x10x4, 10x10x6, 10x20x6. Single Kennel, Double Kennel or Triple Kennel. Dog Houses. Rain Tops Available. “Pickup or Delivery Available.” J. Johnson Sales, Forest City (828) 2455895

KUNE KUNE PIGLETS FOR SALE. 8 weeks old. $100-$150 each. WILSON FARM. Call for info (704) 349-3378

HENS FOR SALE. 4 Types - Brahma, Ameraucana, Red Producer & Cochins $30 each. Call (828) 289-7719

BOXER PUP FOR SALE. Female pup, shots/ deworming, seal(black) and white markings $500 firm w/ papers (704) 4773900

MINI MICRO ADORABLE AFFORDABLE BABIES. True Designer puppies, great service & EMS, trained, shots, microchip, under 10lbs (864) 623-8803 thefuzzyfacequeen@gmail.com

KOI FISH FOR SALE. All colors; short and long fin; 3”-4” fish $1.; larger fish $5.-$10. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@gmail.com

FREE CATS AND KITTENS. Free to a good home. 1 male and 1 female cat. 4 kittens also available. 704-562-0370.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

CKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPY FORSALE. Female puppy looking for her forever home. Red and black, she has 1st and 2nd shots, dewormed and physical by Boulevard Animal Hospital in Shelby. She loves to cuddle. Discount for military and first responders. $500 (704) 734-7088, joelovestina1@gmail.com

SHIH-TZU. Beautiful, cuddly and shy female 2 year old Shihtzu for sale to a good home for $650. Up to date on shots and healthy. 828292-3001 (828) 292-3001, rsutak26@hotmail.com

POMERANIAN BABY BOYS. Adorable pom baby boys ready for their new homes. Very sweet personalities will make excellent family companions. First vaccination and wormings, started on pee pad training. Text or email for more information. (828) 2844621 llmrwm2003@gmail.com

TWO GREAT PYRENESSE.

Male 3 years old, Female 2 years old, UTD on shots & wormings, super sweet. Small rehoming fee. Must go as a pair! (828) 5699807 juliecarr42@yahoo.com

2 KITTENS FREE TO GOOD HOME. 9 weeks old, 1 male, 1 female. Will be small. Leave message. (704) 616-9489

4 BABY KITTENS free to a good home. 9 weeks old. Very pretty. 2 white, 2 part Siamese. 828-744-2127.

CKC REGISTERED ROTTWEILER PUPPIES. Vet checked, tails docked, dewclaws, wormed 2 times, 1st shots, eating hard dog food. (980) 295-7249

YORKIE-POO MALTESE FEMALE. 6 lbs, $600. Male Yorkie-Poo, Teacup, Black, Neutered, $500. Shih Poo Maltese puppies, 1 male, 1 female, toy size, Female $700, Male $600. (828) 391-0919

FULL-BLOODED GERMAN

SHEPHERD PUPPIES. 9 weeks. No papers. Parents on site. Solid black. Ready now. 828-748-9614, 828-460-8187.

COCKAPOO PUPPIES. 2 FEMALES 5 males. Born May 8. Tails docked, dew clawed. Parents on site. $1,000. Serious buyers only. 828-305-2181.

GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES. I have akc golden retriever puppies for sale. They will be ready to go home starting June 9th. I have 6 boys and 2 girls available. 704-284-3598 (704) 284-3598

PETS & LIVESTOCK

SHIH-TZU PUPPIES FOR

SALE. Pure bred Shih-tzu puppies for sale. Dam & Sire are registered CKC. Puppies come with papers, vet checked and first set of shots. 1 male and 1 female, white, brown/tan and black. $650. 828-292-3001 or 704-466-6542 (828) 292-3001 rsutak26@hotmail.com

BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES. 1st Shots and Wormer with Healthy Vet Check. Both parents on premises. Available week of July 8th. $850 each. Taking Deposits. (828) 429-2401

MINIATURE POODLE Sweet and cuddly Poodle needs a new home, elderly parents can no longer take care of her. She is all white, almost 3 years old, has all her shots for $800. 828-292-3001 (828) 292-3001 rsutak26@hotmail.com

AKC GOLDEN RETRIEVERS PUPPIES. AKC Golden Retriever puppies born May 2. Dewormed, Vet approved. All papers with full breeding rights. Mom and Dad are on sight so you can see what these beautiful puppies will grow into. Sweet lovable smart dogs!!! They are treated with kindness, love and the best of care. Ready to go to their new homes. 6 girls and 3 boys. Call 704-477-0526 for more info!! (704) 477-0526 dranda02@hotmail.com

CARS & TRUCKS

1998 FORD F-250 STANDARD Automatic, 173,000 miles, with ladder rack and tool boxes. Cold A/C. New battery and wipers. Ready to roll! $6150. Call (704) 300-1818, kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

1977 FORD LTD All original, good condition. Asking $1,500. 704-477-1879.

2006 FORD ECONOLINE CARGO VAN E-250 Utility Van. Has ladder rack and tool & supply racks with Buckhead gate behind driver seat. Cold A/C . Automatic. New Battery & Wiper Blades. $7900. Call (704) 3001818

1985 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. 144,000 miles, automatic, lots of new parts, needs paint, runs great, $5000. (704) 300-9223

1985 CHEVROLET S-10. 2,800 street driven miles. $35000, Pro-Street, 383 Engine, 400 A/T, A/C. (828) 606-5630 ronbrhodes@gmail.com

CARS & TRUCKS

1997 FORD F-SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CAB XLT Package. 7.3 Diesel Power Stroke, Removable Pipe Rack Flat Bed. 146,000 miles, PW, PDL, 5 Speed Manual, $22,500. Call (704) 300-1818

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

2015 POLARIS SPORTSMAN 300. I have a 2015 Polaris sportsman 300 for sell, has low miles, great shape and has been garage kept! $4000. Lenoir, NC. (704) 214-3606 truckin4alivin@protonmail.com

2016 HARLEY DAVIDSON 1200 SPORTSTER. 10,000 Miles. Saddlebags, windshield & back rest. $8900, excellent condition. (704) 692-1648

MOBILE HOMES

FOR SALE 1996 14x80 Single Wide Mobile Home. Completely remodeled. Asking $18,000 or OBO. Needs to be moved. 704-466-0196.

REAL ESTATE

CLEVELAND COUNTY

TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call (704) 4720006

POLK COUNTY

SUNNYVIEW, NC FOR SALE BY OWNER. Convenient location, 4.5 acre lot on quiet country road. $55,000 with owner financing available. 828-4293287.

REAL ESTATE

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

MAKING HOME OWNERSHIP

A REALITY!. 2 bed, 2 bath Mobile Home — $7500 Down and $898.46/month. 1/3 acre Lot! Central AC/Heat, Laundry Hookups $49,999. This is a RENT TO OWN home! (828) 544-0900 craig@blueridgemobilehomepark.com

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

SMALL 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME. Suitable for a couple or single. Washer, dryer, stove & refrigerator, central air. Deposit and criminal check required. (704) 313-7357

2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259. (704) 739-2059

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

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

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 482-7723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@RPMMANAGED.COM

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299

LAWNDALE HOUSE FOR RENT. New, remodeled, 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Call (704) 5387661 Sec Dep & Ref required. (704) 583-7661

LINCOLN COUNTY

HOUSE FOR RENT $900.00 per month. 6 rooms, 1.5 baths. no pets. Looking for a couple to possibly do light farm chores. Cherryville area. call 704 4352542, 704-898-5208. (704) 530-6453 awb311@aol.com

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

SENIOR LIVING AT ITS BEST! 55 and older. 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartments. Forest City. $675 deposit, $675 month. (828) 447-9622

2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $700 per month. 828-382-0475.

CABIN FOR RENT. Secluded Cabin in Gilkey area. Stove, refrigerator, washer/dryer combinatiion, heat/air. With acreage. NO inside pets. References. Excellent place to live. Call 828437-6754 (828) 437-6754 FIRST FLOOR WITH PRIVATE ENTRANCE. Extra large bedroom, large bathroom, walk-in closet, kitchen with bar/counter, close to downtown. $1200/per month. 828-375-4275.