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W.C. Friday Middle School teacher Jennifer Bumgarner will travel abroad next summer through her participation in the Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms program.

W.C. Friday teacher is ready to travel and learn through Fulbright program By ALLISON DRENNAN Gaston County Schools

Jennifer Bumgarner is well on her way to experiencing a full lifetime of learning. The W.C. Friday Middle School English teacher has a passion for education that has encouraged her to pursue professional learning opportunities outside of the classroom. Her zeal for teaching and experiencing new opportunities led Bumgarner to apply for the Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms program. Bumgarner is one of 71 individuals chosen to participate in the program, which is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. Recipients of Fulbright grants are selected based on academic

and professional achievement as well as a record of service and demonstrated leadership potential. Spending 26 years as a teacher in Gaston County, the Florida native, who now lives in Lowell, was selected to attend the N.C. Center for the Advancement of Teaching’s “Teaching the Holocaust: Resources and Reflections” program at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. She says the immersive, life-changing experience in 2017 started her on the path to participate in more opportunities like it. Bumgarner spent the following days and weeks doing research, trying to find other programs like the one she had attended. A new quest for knowledge had been sparked in D.C., and

she was determined to find other professional development opportunities. This resulted in her being named one of 32 educators (and the only North Carolina-based teacher) to participate in the Smithsonian Institute’s National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) Native Knowledge 360 Teacher Institute in Washington D.C. She also was one of 36 teachers from around the country to participate in a National Endowment for the Humanities Summer Institute in the Adirondack Mountains. Bumgarner says it is because of these opportunities that she was able to learn about and apply for the Fulbright program. “These experiences have See FULBRIGHT, Page 4

As recent weather reports and events prove, including the recent drenching we got from Hurricane Sally, this time of year is hurricane and tropical storm season. Even though our coast generally bears the brunt of this foul weather, some of their power has been The backlash from 2017’s Hurricane Irma sent this huge tree crashing in felt right here in Sam Stowe’s yard in Belmont. our region. In mid-September 2018, braced for the blow and made skyward in nervous fashion. Hurricane Florence brought contingency arrangements A second wave of folks hit the stores and gas stations. Belmont and the surround- early in the week. ing towns torrents of rain and All week prior to Flor- TV broadcasters ramped up frisky winds, but thankfully ence’s arrival, weather fore- their rhetoric. no widespread destruction casters scratched their heads The Saturday morning of like the storm left elsewhere. trying to figure out where the September 15 brought showAs usual, before the storm storm was headed and what ers and blustery winds. This even got here, folks rushed would happen when it got pattern continued all day long and through the night. A to stores and stripped the there. bottled water and other drink For us, the answer came quick trip to the South Fork supplies shelves as cleanly as with winds starting to pick River in Cramerton on Sata piranha fish removes flesh up on September 14. The urday showed no flooding as from bone. Gas stations also rain held off but dark clouds of late in the afternoon. Goat reported super brisk sales. scurried by overhead as folks Island Park was closed. Local municipalities craned their necks looking See HURRICANES, Page 4

Did Lincoln’s mother live in Belmont? One of American history’s most controversial mysteries- who the biological father of Abraham Lincoln actually was- has roots in a Belmont neighborhood. In the early part of the 19th century, Lincoln’s mother, Nancy Hanks, as well as her mother Mandy and sister Lucy, are said to have not only spent time in what would eventually become Belmont, but according to some folks conceive Abe while she was in this part of Gaston County- with some-

one other than Tom Lincoln, Abe’s “legal” daddy. As a girl in the early 19th century, Nancy and the other girls supposedly visited her uncle Dicky Hanks who lived on land off what is now South Point Rd. To commemorate that time, there’s a stone and bronze marker on the site where Uncle Dicky’s log cabin is said to have stood. The monument is at the very end of Hanks Creek Lane off Dorie Drive in the Pinsto development near

South Point High School. The marker was put up in 1923 by descendants of C. T. Stowe, namely Samuel Pinckney Stowe, who at that time owned the land where the cabin was situated, and features the bas relief of a cabin and rail fence. Words inscribed on the plaque read, “This stone marks the site of the log cabin home of Dicky Hanks, an uncle of Nancy Hanks, mother of Abraham Lincoln. Nancy spent much See LINCOLN, Page 2

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LINCOLN From Page 1 of her girlhood with her uncle.” The rock that forms the base of the monument was supposedly dragged to the spot by mules and, according to author and historian the late Minnie Stowe Puett, was placed where the chimney to Uncle Dicky’s cabin was located. Hanks Creek runs near the monument and prompted Puett to describe the pastoral scene. “At the foot of the hill, under the spreading beeches, still bubbles the family spring where Nancy often quenched her thirst,” Puett wrote. Uncle Dicky was said to often quench his thirst too, but not with water, and is referred to in some texts as a “shiftless sort of fellow.” The tale of Nancy’s activities in our area is as tangled as the whiskers in her son’s beard and the fate of the cabin likewise. As far as the cabin goes, in his book “Between Two Rivers”, author Ross Yockey quotes Puett as saying the cabin was bought by a man named Sam Ewing who used the logs to construct a granary. In turn, the granary was torn down and the logs recycled by C.T. Stowe for a

Belmont author and historian Jack Page remembers camping near the Hanks monument when it was in the woods long before any houses were built nearby. photos by Alan Hodge cotton shed. Legette Blythe’s book “Robert Lee Stowe: Pioneer in Textiles” declares that the cabin was moved from its original spot on “Uncle Sammy” Stowe’s to land at another Stowe home where it sat for years before eventually being sheltered by a shed. An undated, black and white photo of what is purported to be the cabin appears in Blythe’s book. Then there’s Nancy’s Belmont area love life.

As far as Nancy and the possibility that she became pregnant with Abe during her Gaston County days, that tale too has taken on folkloric proportions. One theory is that Adam Springs of McAdenville is the father of Abe. Folks that follow that line of thinking point out that Springs and Abe bear a striking resemblance to one another and that Nancy had often visited Springs to do chores- and whatever else the days might have brought.

Billy Miller’s book “McAdenville, Spun From the Wilderness” declares, “The story goes on that she was forced to leave the area because of her relationship with Adam, and was taken in by Abraham Enloe of Rutherfordton, NC. When it became evident that she would bear a child, the wife of Abraham Enloe insisted she leave.” Miller’s book contains photos of Adam Springs and Lincoln and readers can draw their own conclusions.

Blue Ridge Parkway & Mountains Fall color forecast 2020 Leaf peepers ask: “When is peak color?” Great news... we have many weeks of autumn color in our mountains and foothills. Since you find the areas of best color by simply driving the Blue Ridge Parkway or other scenic roads up and down the ridges, you don’t have to worry about exact dates. Elevation is the biggest factor for time of color change. Also, chilly sunny weather speeds up the color change and warm weather and rain prolongs it. See many details below! Typical Peak Foliage Color Timeline - Don’t focus on exact dates since nobody can predict mother nature. October First Week: Colors transform above 5,000 feet elevation, including Mount Mitchell and Grandfather Mountain. Mile-high Beech Mountain is a great place to stay for refreshing temperatures. South on the Parkway, head to Waterrock Knob and Black Balsam areas. Hike & picnic atop both Max Patch and Roan Mountain on the AT. October Second Week: 4,000-5,000 feet elevation. Best colors really pick up steam, including Mount Pisgah and Devil’s Courthouse areas south on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The mountains surrounding Waynesville and

The Hanks momunent on Hanks Creek Lane in Pinsto was erected in 1923. Local author and historian Jack Page, one of the founders of the Belmont Historical Society and co-author of “Images of America: Belmont” is familiar with the Hanks tale. “I used to camp near the stone monument long before there was a housing development there,” Page said. “I even tried gold panning in Hanks Creek and found a few flakes.” But Page has done research on the Hanks story and says he believes it is not as iron clad as some folks think. “My reading uncovered the fact that in the time period that Dicky lived in the cabin that there were about a dozen girls named Nancy Hanks be-

tween Gaston and Rutherford counties,” Page said. “I don’t want to offend anyone but there is a lot of evidence to the contrary that the Belmont Nancy Hanks might not have been the one that was Lincoln’s mother.” Nonetheless, the story of a girl named Nancy Hanks and her Belmont days is an intriguing one. For those interested in digging deeper, and coming to one’s own conclusions, a trip to the Main Gaston County Library’s NC history room will provide plenty of food for thought on the subject, and a trip to actually see the Hanks monument, the icing on the cake.

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of Asheville, best color will be Banner Elk and hikes to Table Rock and Hawksbill Mountain at Linville Gorge. West of Asheville, head to Maggie Valley, Cherokee and Bryson City. October Fourth Week: 2,000-3,000 feet elevation. The city of Asheville, French Broad River and Biltmore Estate show their best color, along with many of our small towns including Sylva and Saluda. It’s a great time for a waterfall hike in DuPont State Forest or a stroll at the NC Arboretum. November First Week: 1,000-2,000 feet elevation.

Color fills the lush Hickory Nut Gorge at Chimney Rock. See the fall reflections on Lake Lure. Also hike and camp at Lake James and South Mountains State Parks east of Asheville. The leaf progression concludes in the foothills around Marion, Rutherfordton and Tryon Foothills Wine Country. Note: Remember that locations for peak color are estimations based on previous years. Also, areas at the exact same elevation often change at different times, depending on sun exposure, soil conditions and more.

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tember 11, 2017, Hurricane Irma’s “backlash” came to our end of Gaston County. Irma brought local winds at a steady 20-25mph with overnight gusts to 40mph. Sheets of rain fell throughout the period. Parts of Belmont were without power, phone, or internet service. Besides Belmont, power outage areas also included Mt. Holly, Ranlo, and Stanley. In Belmont two large trees fell. On Todd St. a tree split in

HURRICANES From Page 1 Sunday saw more rain and winds of over 40mph. Trees were stripped of their leaves. By Sunday afternoon, the South Fork at McAdenville and Cramerton was rising. Water roared over the McAdenville dam. Weather broadcasters were going wild. It was not until Monday that things began to settle down and folks could take stock of what had hit our area from the sky. A year earlier, on Sep-

ute solutions to important international issues. A graduate of Lenoir-Rhyne College, Bumgarner hopes that her experience will help encourage others to apply for programs that interest them. “Teachers possess an inherent conviction that education is a vehicle for opportunity, achievement, and adventure,” she said. “And, we’re right! There are so many opportunities for educators, and they are available at all levels.” And if you don’t get an opportunity you apply for? That’s OK, too, says Bumgarner. She has applied for other high-ranking professional development experiences and was not selected. But from those rejections, she was able to improve her application and learn from her mistakes. “I am incredibly honored to represent my school and my community in this venture, and I am looking forward to bringing back insights that will inspire my students, colleagues, and neighbors,” she said. “I would encourage anyone to look into opportunities that spark your passion.”

FULBRIGHT From Page 1 introduced me to an extensive professional network of likeminded educators,” she said. “It is because of that network that I learned about the Fulbright program. Not only will this opportunity mark the greatest professional achievement of my career to date, but it will also be my first experience traveling abroad.” Next summer, Bumgarner will be able to cross ‘traveling abroad’ off her to-do list. Though her destination is currently unknown, she is excited to see where the program takes her, quite literally, as Fulbright is active in more than 160 countries worldwide. Once she is assigned a destination in January, she will travel with a small group of Fulbright educators to foster lasting connections between the United States and other countries. Since its inception in 1946, the Fulbright program has given more than 390,000 passionate students, scholars, teachers, artists, and professionals of all backgrounds the opportunity to study, teach, exchange ideas, and contrib-

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half and blocked the roadway as well as pulling down power lines. On Central Avenue, a massive oak on the grounds of Stowe Manor also knocked down several other large trees on its way to the ground. The root ball was over six feet in diameter. The effect of Florence and Irma contrasted strongly with what took place in our region back on September 22, 1989 when Hurricane Hugo came calling. Hugo’s smash was the worst natural disaster to hit us since the Great Flood of 1916. The first images of Hugo’s wrath that folks saw on the front page of the Belmont Banner showed downed power lines, the screen of the Belmont Drive In Theater lying in a twisted heap, homes with shingles torn away, the water tower at Parkdale Mills with its top missing, and the ticket booth at South Point High sans its roof. Hugo caused students at Belmont Abbey to be sent home. The roof of the Haid was torn off. The cross at the top of the Abbey bell tower was blown askew. Belmont’s city manager at the time, Ken York, talked about the mess Hugo left. “Due to the large mass of tree debris on the sides of the streets, it will take a massive effort to achieve total cleanup.” In McAdenville, Police Chief James Swanson had a near miss Hugo-style when a tree hit his patrol car as he was driving through town. “I was coming down Main Street at Mockingbird Lane when the rear end of the car was struck,” Swanson said at the time. “It just pushed the car on across the street.” Swanson and others worked to clear limbs and debris from the roads in McAdenville, where the damage estimate from Hugo was $1.7 million. That included 300 homes with minor to heavy damage, the roof of

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16-18 hour shifts after the storm. Stanley Mayor Ned Cannon praised the town’s citizens. “I’m proud of the people of Stanley,” he said. “We came through the storm well.” Also in the aftermath of Hugo, the Red Cross set up mobile kitchens in the Belmont/ Mount Holly area that served Hugo victims sandwiches, soup, and drinks. The kitchens were located at places such as Mount Holly Jr. High, Belmont First Presbyterian, and Stanley Rescue Squad. A photo in the Mount Holly News showed Red Cross volunteers from Michigan handing out vittles to folks. To get the electricity flowing again to the thousands of area homes that were with-

Hurricane Hugo shredded the Belmont Drive-In screen. the town hall being blown off, and the police department being flooded. An estimated 2,000 trees were down in McAdenville. In Mount Holly, Mayor Charles Black spoke after Hugo had departed. “We can survive,” he said. “We’ve had people offering to help in any way they can.” To house those whose homes were damaged by Hugo, the Mount Holly Jr. High gym was opened as an emergency shelter. Members of the Catawba Heights VFD went to work helping clear streets and yards of limbs and trees. Mount Holly police Sgt. Bob Johnson reported there were no injuries due to the storm. However, cars were damaged. “We did have some trees striking moving vehicles,” he said. In Stanley, the town’s civil defense siren tower was broken and trees were devastated. “It’s something I have never seen before and don’t want to see again,” said Police Chief Donnie Davis. Stanley police worked

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Pumpkin Patch is now open Visitors to The Farm at The Schiele Museum can explore the science and culture of fall’s most iconic fruit – the pumpkin! The Pumpkin Patch program will lead visitors on a journey through the story of pumpkins from their origins, growth habits, nutrition and traditions surrounding their use. The daily program includes a short walking tour of The Farm and an opportunity to select a pumpkin to take home at the end of the experience. There will also be a cool photo opportunity with an enormous pumpkin model, built by museum staff. The

program runs through October 31, 2020. “When you think of fall, you think of pumpkins,” shares Tony Pasour, head of interpretation at The Schiele. “Pumpkin influences are everywhere this time of year, from seasonal flavors to front-porch decorations. We want to provide an opportunity for people to have a fun time learning what’s behind all the fascination while enjoying a great day outdoors”. The Pumpkin Patch at The Schiele Museum is presented by Pinnacle Financial Partners. “We are excited to sup-

port this new program which will engage families from around the region,” commented JohnForgan, senior vice president and area manager for Pinnacle’s Southern North Carolina region. “The Schiele Museum is a treasure in our community, and Pinnacle Financial Partners are proud to partner with them.” There’s more to see at The Farm than just pumpkins. Visitors can meet live animals including goats, chickens, honey bees and pigs. The Farm also features a dairy cow simulator that can be “milked”, a hay-play play area, heritage equipment, and

Check Presentation- Pictured Left to Right: Tony Pasour, Head of Interpretation at The Schiele Museum, Dr. Ann Tippitt, Executive Director at The Schiele Museum, John Forgan, senior vice president and area manager of Pinnacle Financial Partner’s Southern North Carolina region. gardens featuring seasonal crops. “The Pumpkin Patch is one of the many seasonal programs we offer at The Farm,” said Pasour. “The Schiele is fortunate to have the support of Pinnacle Financial Partners to bring this month-long program to The Farm. Through this and all of our programs,

we want to inspire our community to learn more. We hope they’ll take their pumpkins home, remember the fun they had, and maybe even plant their own pumpkin next summer.” The Pumpkin Patch will be a fun, fall activity for families and friends where they can explore while they learn.

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By: Dandria Bradley Laurel Morris will walk through the doors of the Main Branch of the Gaston County Public Library (GCPL) as its Director for the last time on September 30. After more than 33 years, she will retire from the library system in which she has spent almost her entire career. Laurel has dedicated her professional life to serving the Gaston County community and beyond by being an advocate for the public library and its services, promoting early literacy, and encouraging a love of reading. Even at a young age, Laurel had a love of reading and dreamed of being a library director. She received her bachelor’s degree in History from Wells College in 1982 and went on to complete her master’s degree in Library Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1984. But she did not stop there. Laurel pursued a second master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 1988. Laurel began her career at GCPL in 1987 as the Reference Supervisor; three years later, she became the Collection Development Supervisor and also served as the Systems Administrator. During that time, she navigated GCPL as it integrated to an online library system. In 1996, Laurel was promoted

ton County Early to Assistant Library Director and Literacy Collaborserved in that caative, board mempacity until she asber for the Gaston sumed the role of Literacy Council, Director in 2013. and an integral During her member of the tenure, Laurel has Loray Mill Hisoverseen renovatorical Committions of most of the tee, who worked branch libraries; with Preservation Morris Dallas, Mt. Holly NC and the UNC and Stanley are Digital Innovacurrently being renovated. tion Lab to establish the KesShe has spearheaded the ex- sell History Center. She is a pansion of digital services, board member of the local added new circulating medi- Rotary Club and will serve ums, including educational as its president in 2021. For LaunchPads for children, and more than 27 years, she has has overseen the remaking of dedicated her time to mentwo branch locations, TECH toring young girls through @ Lowell and BC@BC, the Girl Scouts of the USA. from traditional libraries to Laurel has served as a Troop thriving makerspaces with a Leader, Service Unit Manfocus on STEM and STEAM ager, Literacy Task Force programming. She was also instrumental in bringing the member, and National Couninternationally-acclaimed cil Delegate. Laurel has dedicated her Maurice Sendak Memorial life to her community. For Exhibition to Gaston County. more than 33 years, she has Her dedication to Gasadvocated for the public liton County extends beyond brary system and been a the library walls, as Laurel champion for literacy. She is heavily involved with the community and the state. has served the people of GasShe serves as the President ton County and the state of of the North Carolina Pub- North Carolina with excellic Library Director’s As- lence and dignity. She has sociation. She worked with made an everlasting impact staff and the Gaston County on anyone with whom she Schools Administration to has come into contact. Her initiate a WOW (WithOut love for the Gaston County Walls) virtual library card Public Library and the comfor all Gaston County public munity has made Gaston school students. Laurel also County a better place. And serves as Chair for the Gas- for that we say “Thank You.”

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New Saint Paul Holiness Church 1529 Old Hwy. 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly 826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999

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Brotherhood/Sisterhood WNCC UMC 120 Park Street 704-825-1333

Catawba Heights Baptist Church 311 Belmont Road 704-827-8474

Christ Church Presbyterian Church 901 Catawba Street 704-461-8614

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Crossroads Church 101 Beaty Rd. 704-827-8381

Centerview Baptist Church 2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061

East Belmont Baptist Church 501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780

East Belmont Church Of God 320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845

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Mount Moriah Baptist Church 110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046

New Hope Presbyterian Church 4357 S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-1697

New Life Baptist Church 201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195

New Mills Chapel Fire Baptized 104 Morning Glory Ave. 704-825-5457

North Belmont Church of God 2316 Acme Rd. 704-827-4092

O’Conner Grove Church Ame Zion 613 N. Main Street 704-825-5576

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First Foursquare Gospel Church 8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811

First Presbyterian Church 102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357

First Presbyterian-Belmont 112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries 124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823

South Point Baptist Church 124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516

South Point Freewill Baptist 297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045

South Point United Methodist 510 South Point Church Rd. 704-825-4019

Springwood Freewill Baptist 826 Stanley-Spencer Mtn. Rd. 704-827-7801

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701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175

807 South Point Road 704-825-2106

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Friendship Baptist Church 5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276

Catawba Heights Church of God CBC-Memorial Apostolic

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First Baptist Church

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212 South Street 704-825-7269

909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

6325 Wilkinson Blvd. 704-755-5034

Burge Memorial Methodist Church

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East Belmont Free Will Baptist

Exodus Church

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Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist

118 School Street 704-827-7071

120 Belmont-Mt. Holly Road 704-827-3366

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Upper Room United Pentecostal 1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604

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Chapel Baptist Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-5526

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St. Paul FHB Church 1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

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STANLEY Amazing Grace Baptist Church

511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301

7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

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Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran

238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993

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Community Pentecostal Center 320 Ralph Handsel Blvd. 704-263-8731

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Cornerstone Family Worship 709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640

Covenant United Methodist 110 Underwood Dr. 704-820-0603

Family Worship Center 1013 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-7656

Finish Line Christian Center 1792, 108 N. Main St. 704-980-285-8334

First Baptist Church-Mt. Holly 300 S. Main St. 704-827-2481

First Free Will Baptist Church 841 Noles Dr. 704-827-7461

First Presbyterian Church 133 S. Main St. 704-827-0521

First United Methodist Church 140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855

Bethlehem Church 3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

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Gold Hill Missionary Baptist Church 7447 Old Plank Rd. 704-827-7966

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New Faith Baptist Church

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1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249

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Lowell Church of God 804 W. First Street 704-824-3383

Lowell Free Will Baptist Church 3010 Lowell Rd. 704-824-9389

Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church 201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church 120 Branch St. 704-824-4535

First Baptist Church of Lowell 400 W. 1st St. 704-824-1215

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Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church 2717 Dallas/Stanley Hwy. 704-263-4406

Springﬁeld Memorial Baptist Church 2920 Dallas-Stanley Highway 704-263-4426

Stanley Church of God 324 N. Main St. 704-263-4041

Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church 113 E. Parkwood St. 704-263-2131

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United In Action of Stanley 5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-524-0555

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Hoyle House is a Gaston County landmark Even though this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Hoyle House reunion and tour was canceled due to COVID19 concerns, the home and its surrounding grounds are still an interesting place to visit in better times. The Hoyle Historic Homestead is Gaston Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest home. It dates back to circa late 1700â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and is located at 1214 Dallas-Stanley Highway about halfway between the two towns. A non-profit educational organization, The Hoyle Historic Homestead, Inc. is in charge of the place and seeks to restore and protect what was originally the home of Peter Hoyle, sometimes spelled Heil, Heyl or Hoyl in old documents. Hoyle was part of the 18th Century settling of the North Carolina Piedmont by German and Scot-Irish immigrants traveling the Great Philadel-

phia Wagon Road south through the Shenandoah Valley then into the Carolinas. The home is important not only for its antiquity, but also for its construction. The house and outbuildings are on the site where Hoyle received a land grant in 1754. The main house was built during the late 1700â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. It features rare corner post construction and is the only known remaining structure in North Carolina with this type of construction. This was also the site of Hoylesville, the first Federal Post Office in present day Gaston County. The site was purchased by Hoyle Historic Homestead Inc., in 1991 to preserve and restore this very important part of regional history. In 1993 it was placed on the National Historical Register. Hoyle, a miller from Ad-

enbach, Germany, his wife, Catharine, and their children arrived in America on September 11, 1738 on the Robert and Alice, originally settling in northeast Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The family then

lived for some time in Frederick, Maryland, but by 1753 had moved to what is now Gaston County, North Carolina, then part of Anson County. The exact date of construction of the house is not known,

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a center-hall plan. Today all rooms connect with adjacent rooms. The original staircase, in the southeast corner of the larger front room, enclosed with one set of winders and at least one stop outside the enclosure, was removed in the late 1960s. The first floor interior is carefully finished. Much of the modern sheetrock and painting have been removed to reveal early board ceilings and walnut paneled partitions and paneling on the outer walls. While some or all of the interior sheathing appears to date after 1810, all of the trim and some of the ceiling probably date to the first remodeling. The three room plan of the second floor consists of a large east room that comprises about two thirds of the space along with two small west rooms. The north-south paneled partition is similar to the partition of the first floor. This basic three room plan probably is original, although the partition has been moved at least twice. Notches on the baseboard and patching of the wall plasters and chair rail indicate the wall was moved east, into the larger space, by about three feet. All outer walls were exposed logs until they were plastered, probably early in the 19th century. A door in the northeast corner of the large east room leads to an enclosed attic staircase; in the stairwell the structural system is clearly evident because the corner post, down braces and log filling have never been sheathed. The two remaining outbuildings date from the earlyto mid-19th century. Near the northeast corner of the main house, the well house is a one-story, rectangular common bond brick building with ventilation holes on the ends. A gabled tin roof extends beyond the west end and acts as a porch sheltering the well. The well house stands at the southeast corner, and east of the well house stands a weatherboarded smokehouse with a gabled roof sheathed in sheet metal. The Hoyle House is an important and, in some respects, apparently unique landmark of traditional German-American architecture in North Carolina. The unusually large, for its time, and substantial dwelling exemplifies a construction methodâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; heavy timber frame with log infillâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; seen elsewhere in the mid-Atlantic Germanic settlement areas but not previously identified in North Carolina.

but various sources date it anywhere from 1750 to 1758. After Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and his eldest son Jacobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deaths, which occurred within a year of each other, the land was inherited by Jacobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s minor son Martin, who then transferred his interest to his uncle John. In 1794 the property went to Peter Hoyleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s other grandson, Andrew, who became a farmer and entrepreneur. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rich Andrewâ&#x20AC;?, as he was known, may have acquired the property with the house already standing and then improved the dwelling, or he may have built the house and later upgraded it with new finishes in the early years of the 19th century. The Hoyle House stands on a hill overlooking the South Fork of the Catawba River. The house faces south toward a now overgrown dirt road; the Dallas-Stanley Highway on the north side now provides access to the property. The earliest section has a foundation of small stones, still partly visible. The houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s German-American hallmarks include its heavy timber frame construction with vertical braces at the corners with tightly fitted horizontal log infillings. The apparently original and complete roof structure is now covered with early 20th century tin, and much of the unusual original beaded siding, applied circa 1810 with cut nails, survives covered by weatherboard. Weathering beneath the beaded siding reveals the exterior was originally unsheathed. Some of the early windows remain, set in molded surrounds with molded sills that appear to date to 1810. The windows originally were small (about two-and-a-half feet square) and possibly filled only with shutters in the earliest period. The first floor of the main block is a four-room plan of two larger rooms on the east side, with corner fireplaces sharing a single chimney, and two smaller west rooms. Each pair of rooms is of equal width, but the front rooms are slightly deeper. A later, second north-south partition, no longer in place, once created

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Gaston Regional Chamber and Greater Gaston Development Corporation merge The Gaston Regional Chamber of Commerce (GRC), and the Greater Gaston Development Corporation (GGDC) voted to merge. Effective January 2021, the new combined entity will be named the Gaston Business Association (GBA) and will provide a stronger, more unified voice of business to create, influence, and leverage economic opportunities throughout Gaston County. The merger addresses an identified need to align the public and private sectors to create and implement a communitywide economic development strategy. Through the lens of business, the GBA will work to foster a prosperous and inclusive

Gaston County economy for business, residents, and visitors. The GBA’s efforts will be outcome-driven with strategic priorities to promote business success, shape and drive economic development, influence the business environment, and enhance workforce capacity. This transformational work will be guided by a newly formed 15-member Board of Directors. Former GRC Chairman Chris Peek and GGDC Chairman Greg Botner will serve as co-chairs. The remaining 13 seats will be comprised of members representing diverse industries, backgrounds and experiences uniquely qualified to support the orga-

nization’s strategic priorities. Patrick Mumford, current Executive Director of the GGDC will become President and CEO of the new organization. Chamber President Steve D’Avria remains an essential part of the Gaston Business Association leadership and will continue to have responsibility for the programmatic and operational aspects of the organization. The next few months will be spent fully integrating the two organizations inclusive of organization structure, branding, workplan and resource alignment. The GBA will also focus on engaging members to confirm their needs are reflected in the organization’s priorities.

The Mt. Holly Police Dept. would like to send its sincerest gratitude to the members of Myers Memorial United Methodist Church for the sweet treats they sent. MHPD says “Your support and prayers mean more to us than we could ever express”. MHPD would also like to send a special thank you to Tanya Lunsford for delivering the sweet treats and always supporting and praying for officers.

Congratulations to GEMS Paramedic Craig Blaine, on obtaining his Level One Public Safety Diving Instructor The Lowell Women’s Club recently gave GEMS a generous doLicense. Everyone at GEMS nation of $300. Everyone at GEMS is grateful for the support. GEMS photos is proud of your achievement.

(L to R-front row) Carrie Gillilan, Clinical Coordinator, Gaston College Department for Emergency Medical Science, Bryan Edwards, Chief, Union Emergency Medical Services, and Dr. Dewey Dellinger, Vice President, Gaston College Academic Affairs. (L to R -backrow) Gaston College President John Hauser, Mark Houser, Lead Paramedics Instructor, Gaston College Department for Emergency Medical Science, James Eubank, Director, Gaston College Department for Emergency Medical Services, and Luke Upchurch, Chief Development Officer and Executive Director, Gaston College Foundation.

Union EMS donates ambulance to Gaston College EMS program Gaston College is the recipient of a generous donation from Union Emergency Medical Services in Monroe, North Carolina. The agency, affiliated with Atrium Health, is donating to the College a retired ambulance that will be used to train students in the Emergency Medical Science program. “The ambulance will be shared amongst our three Paramedic programs and two active EMT classes,” said Carrie Gillilan, Instructor and Coordinator of EMS Clinical Education at Gaston College. “The North Carolina Office of EMS has placed a mandatory driving component on all EMT courses. It was going to be a challenge to figure out how the College could accomplish this class requirement for all our students until now. Union EMS has helped the Gaston College EMS program grow so we can produce quality EMTs and Paramedics.” Bryan Edwards, Chief of Union EMS, said, “Having obtained my AAS from Gaston College in 2004, I wholeheartedly understand the importance of having proper resources. We

look forward to participating in a very small piece of the College’s educational process which we hope will give those in the Emergency Medical Science program some of the resources needed to continue educating those who have chosen the honored field of prehospital medicine.” Edwards coordinated the

implementation of the donation with Luke Upchurch, Chief Development Officer and Executive Director of the Gaston College Foundation. The ambulance arrived on the College’s Dallas campus on Thursday, September 3, displaying Gaston College branding.

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Gaston County Schools recently received a $10,000 grant to purchase clear face masks for students who are deaf or hard of hearing. Additionally, the clear face masks will be used by teachers and staff to support students with disabilities. (Above) Julia Sain, Executive Director of the Disabilities Rights & Resources of Charlotte, presented the check and face masks to Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker and Judy Leahy, Director of Compliance ADA/Section 504/ Title IX Coordinator.

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Seniors are National Merit Scholarship Program semifinalists By SEAN CORCORAN Gaston County Schools

Three Gaston County Schools students have been named 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program semifinalists, thus taking the first step in the highly-selective process to earn the distinguished finalist honor and possibly win a National Merit Scholarship. Sydney Lester, Grace Nehring, and Marshall Pearson are among 16,000 students announced as national semifinalists from a pool of 1.5 million students. They will have an opportunity to compete for 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $30 million that will be offered next spring. Students entered the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2019 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. To move on to the finalist round, students are judged based on an application covering their academic record, leadership abilities, employment, participation in school and community activities, and honors and awards. Students must also write an essay and be recommended by a high school representative. This year’s finalists from Gaston County Schools are not just excelling in academics. All three are involved in several extracurricular activities. Lester, a senior at South Point High School, is an active participant in the environmental club, National Honor Society, and Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. In addition, she is proud of her volunteer work with the Cancer Services Youth Advisory Council.

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“In the last year, I created and organized a fundraising project to collect donations of soup and Gatorade for chemotherapy patients,” said Lester, who was named Cancer Services’ Volunteer of the Year. “I have also enjoyed being able to help people who are struggling in the community, while meeting people from all around the county and hearing their stories and successes.” In addition, Lester is a competitive year-round swimmer and is on the school’s swim team and track and field team. Some of her other accolades include being recognized as a Congressional Award Gold Medal recipient, AP (Advanced Placement) Scholar, and Chief Junior Marshal. She plans to attend college to major in architecture with a minor in environmental science. Nehring, also a senior at South Point High School, serves as an active volunteer at Holy Angels where she interacts with residents and participates in fundraisers for the organization throughout the year. In addition, she actively participates in the Bible club, environmental club, Interact club, and National Honor Society, and she is a member of the Science Olympiad team. Nehring has also participated on the school’s basketball

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Pearson has aspirations of working in the field of computer science. As a part of the school’s Business, Legal, and Information Science Academy, he has learned the foundations of being able to work with computers, including building a computer, installing software, connecting computers through a network, and creating programs with Python. In February, Lester, Ne-

hring, and Pearson will find out if they have advanced to the finalist level. Of those finalists, about half will win a scholarship. Every finalist will compete for one of 2,500 National Merit Scholarships, some 1,000 corporate-sponsored scholarships, and 4,100 college-sponsored scholarships. National Merit Scholarship winners will be notified after April 1.

Gaston College partners with Gaston County Schools to do COVID-19 screenings As Gaston County schoolchildren in grades K through 12 went back to school, Gaston College health students and the County schools partnered to screen the students for COVID-19 as they arrived at their schools. Thirty-six health students, dressed in black shirts and wearing cloth face coverings and their Gaston College name badges for identification, worked with principals and staff to do temperature checks and ask screening questions as they worked

the car lines or stood at the buildings’ entrance doors. Screenings were held at Carr Elementary, Costner Elementary, W.C. Friday Middle School, Highland School of Technology, and North Gaston High School. Health students who volunteered gained more experience and worked toward accruing their volunteer hours. Susan Neeley, Coordinator of Health Services and School Social Work for Gaston County Schools invited

Gaston College to assist with the screenings. “Our partnership with Gaston College has been such a grand experience over the years, I thought what a great idea if it were possible,” said Ms. Neeley. “We wanted to have the three levels of CNAs, MOAs and Nursing Students to assist our schools with state mandates and COVID-19 compliance by doing volunteer temperature checks and asking screening questions in the car lines and at the doors to our schools.”

Gaston County Schools earns national and state recognition for effective public relations Gaston County Schools is one of only 49 school districts across the country to win a National Golden Achievement Award from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). The award recognizes the “Big 50 Employee Talent Show” as an exemplary public relations program. The employee talent show was held on April 9, 2019 as part of the school district’s 50th anniversary celebration. Click here to watch the talent show on YouTube. Gaston County was one of only five school districts in North Carolina to earn a National Golden Achievement Award for 2020. Last year, the district won Golden Achievement Awards for the “Big 50 Parade” and the “For Your Information: School Bonds 2018 Marketing Campaign.” In addition to the national award, Gaston County Schools was among 36 school districts in the state to win Blue Ribbon Awards for effective school communications and public relations. The Blue Ribbon Awards are presented by the North Carolina School Public Relations Association (NCSPRA). Below is a list of the eight state awards by category for Gaston County Schools: Gold Award Digital Media Engagement – GCS Quick Clips on Facebook Electronic Media – Holiday Parades Video

Special Events and Programs – Big 50 Employee Talent Show Special Events and Programs – Big 50 Anniversary Reception Special Events and Programs – Gaston County Schools: Our Sports History and More Exhibit Silver Award Image and Graphic Design – NCSPRA’s Final Four Digital Media Engagement – Big 50 Anniversary History Posts on Facebook Bronze Award Special Events – Belmont Middle School Groundbreaking Ceremony Additionally, chief communications officer Todd Hagans earned the NSPRA Front-Runner Award for 2019-2020. The national award recognizes Hagans as an emerging leader in the field of school communications and public relations. He was one of only four people to receive the Front-Runner Award this year. The Communications Department includes Tom Nencetti, Channel 21 program manager; Sean Corcoran, web communications coordinator; Allison Drennan, communications coordinator; Valerie Yatko, director of business and community partnerships; Charlotte Wright, administrative assistant; Maurice Johnson, printing supervisor; and Jennifer Blanton, printing assistant.

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Belmont Abbey cycling team has two new riders Belmont Abbey Head Women’s Cycling Coach welcomed a pair of new riders for the 2020-21 season in Lillian Ensign and Reina Placer. Ensign hails from Des Moines, Iowa, while Placier calls Lowell, Mich., home. “This class is going to do great things for Belmont Abbey Cycling,” Dalzell said. “Each rider possesses the ability to win a race on their own, but more importantly, they all demonstrate great teamwork abilities. Our program prides itself on teamwork and working together, all of these athletes bring that quality and much more. I’m beyond excited to see what we can accomplish in the 2020 season

and for four years moving forward with this recruiting class”. Lillian Ensign started out in the sport of triathlon, but has quickly emerged as a strong junior cyclist. She has a history of success in both the cyclocross and road disciplines. Coach Dalzell says, “Lily has a ton of potential. She is relatively new to cycling when compared to other top juniors, but she has the ability to move up the rankings quickly. We are thrilled to have her on our roster and look forward to great success on the track, offroad, and with our road team.” Reina Placer has developed into one of the top female rac-

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to develop her abilities during her career here. While she is fantastic on the track, we also believe she will do great things in road racing during the spring. Reina is a great addition to our program and we are thrilled to watch her progress over four years at The Abbey.”

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My Opinion: Fall fishin’ By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

Now that cooler weather is here, folks who love fishing are getting their rods and reels ready for autumnal angling action. On the local front, down the South Point Road, the venerable Hot Hole fishing spot is heating up. Just beyond the Hot Hole, the Duke Energy boat ramp and parking lot is filling up with trailers that have unloaded their sparkling bass boats and other watercraft. Caution! I have been told that a flock of buzzards hangs out there from time to time and eats windshield rubber molding and vinyl upholstery like it’s going out of style. Near Mount Holly, the shore-side fishing area near Mountain Island Dam has seen action pick up with folks angling for cats, bass, bream, and crappie. I used to fish quite a bit, mostly surf casting. Few things can compare with standing in the surf at Hatteras Point with a storm churning the water and the sky all purpleblack on the horizon and fish jumping out of the surf trying to elude the big blues chasing

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them and then you heave your rod and throw the cut mullet bait on your hook out to the breakers and if you are lucky a red drum will grab it and suddenly it feels as if a cement block is on the line and after a fight it comes up into the foam where the beach is and the cement block has turned into a lovely fish all coppery colored on the back and snow white on its belly and a black circle mark on its tail fin. But you can get in trouble with fish it you don’t give them the respect they deserve. Once I spent a couple of days in jail for gigging fish in Lake James. Actually, I was only 16-years-old and just barely old enough to be locked up and was not doing the gigging but just riding in the boat with the gigger, Benson “Claude” Casey, a guy that worked with Benson named “Boo-Boo”, Benson’s 14-year-old son Terry aka “Toe-Moe”, and another kid named Richard Prichard. The gigging scenario was played out on Easter weekend 1968. The action was- we went out on Lake James about midnight in a little boat and Boo-Boo was manning a spotlight that he shined in the clear water and Benson was doing the gigging. What?

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You don’t know what gigging is? It is simply put, stabbing the spotlight blinded fish with a spear with prongs on the end. Gigging is illegal so don’t do it. But back to Lake James. When we returned to shore around 2am the game wardens were waiting. We were taken to jail in Morganton. That little jailhouse is now an art gallery. In 1968 it was just a two room facility staffed by Barney Fife’s twin. Benson took a little wrench he had in his pocket and tried to unbolt the metal window in our holding cell but Barney busted him. We were then taken to a real jail in Lenoir. I spent two days in a cell with a crazed hillbilly who had gotten mad at his wife and the TV set and thrown them both out the front door of their abode. The food menu in the Lenoir jail was fried baloney and cold yellow grits. I was skeered straight.

Taking someone fishing is a good thing. Especially if that someone is a kid. You don’t even need to buy the stuff to do it with. Gaston County Parks has a program where you Alan Hodge Banner-News Editor can check out a rod and reel at Dallas Park just like a library book. Taking a kid fishing not only gets them out in the fresh air, it teaches about them about nature and also offers a chance for some one-on-one conversation and not of the jailhouse variety. So, here’s wishing everyone that is chomping at the bit to go fishing good luck. Who knows, maybe that trophy catch is just around the next bend.

Feed Back ... (This email came in response to the “Holy Angels Letter to the Editor in the Banner-News Sept. 17th issue.) Why are we here? That is the question that I ask myself. Neighbors who have lived side by side for over 25 years and have looked after each other are now in a public feud. Holy Angels was started by the Sisters of Mercy over 65 years ago to care for a baby who was not expected to live. She was brought to them and not only survived but thrived under their loving care. There is no doubt that Holy Angels has become a leader in the care of the differently abled. At Camp Hope, watching the delight of the residents taking boat rides, brought joy to my late husband and my heart. So where did this begin? The loss of my husband, Dr. Lt. Col. Mark Baxa 3 years ago at age 59 forced me to rethink our life plan and determine a legacy for this land and community which he loved. I envisioned an Event Venue which would nestle into the existing landscape and be designed to complement the natural beauty of the property, disturbing as little as possible. Did things change when I first shared my vision for this venue with Todd Garrett, a senior Staff Member? My initial draft was rough and I had thought we would go from there to “partner” and discuss the mutual advantages and opportunities for the property and for Holy Angels. I did not anticipate being told by Garrett that I would have no meeting with the CEO or the leadership of Holy Angels, and no opportunity for my team to present a refined plan and address any concerns and questions. No reason was given, and there was no mention of safety issues. Months later I was finally granted a “courtesy” meeting with the CEO and Garrett, at which time no concerns were mentioned nor any questions asked. The purpose of the meeting was to put the issue “to bed”. To my knowledge, there

are no safety and security measures at Camp Hope except for an entry gate which can be walked around. I have waived off trespassers there on a regular basis and have called the police regarding two incidents there. The suggestion that my proposal somehow does not take into account the safety or best interests of the residents, when in fact the opposite is true, hits me personally and comes across as minimizing the time and effort I have spent in trying to insure that my proposal is respectful of the residents and mission of Holy Angels. My event venue is a very small footprint on the overall property. It is not just a “commercial venture”, and it is not a party venue. Its use will be regulated and includes a detailed contract outlining restrictions on alcohol use, hours, noise, and insurance requirements. A Letter to the Editor previously published in the Gazette included an outdated and misleading diagram which did not accurately depict the new road built by Duke Energy and its proximity to the Event Venue property for purposes of access. I would like to offer the venue “gratis” from time to time for various charities and organizations within the community. In fact, I offered it to Holy Angels once a year “gratis” for fund raising. I have reached out to the Boys and Girls Clubs, Girl Scouts, Forestry Department, and other groups, to explore educational and learning opportunities for the community on the property. The property includes an active Honey Bee crop, secure and peaceful pastures for the rescue horses, and horse therapy (also offered to Holy Angels). There is also a beautiful bamboo forest yielding a significant harvest of edible shoots (which I donate once a year). I have repeatedly tried to anticipate, communicate and address any concerns that Holy Angels might have, via detailed letters to their attorney. I have addressed how the

venue would NOT interfere with their activity and enjoyment of the property, their misconceptions regarding traffic, my RESTRAINTS regarding alternative access, and most of all, safety. I have also offered to purchase an easement, the perpetual use of waterfront property at Camp Hope which I own and they have used without pay for 25 years, opportunities for residents to participate at the venue, and the use of the venue to help with additional exposure and possible donations to Holy Angels. I am working with the Gaston County Police to plan and install enhanced security measures to protect both properties. So I do not understand why we are at this place. This is an opportunity for both me and Holy Angels to “give back” to this community, and preserve this land for the greater good. In recent weeks, as this issue has become public and debated in the Gazette and on social media, I have received a number of comments about this project. One reader said a developer would have the same access issues. That it not true; a developer would simply bulldoze everything I want to preserve. Another reader said it sounds like both parties need to sit at the table with open and clear minds. I would welcome that opportunity. Surely there is a way for two neighbors with 25 years of history and mutual respect to come to the table for the benefit of the community and themselves. Please watch my video on Facebook (@camelotmeadowsevent). The video can also be viewed on my website: www.camelotmeadowsevent.com. I also have renderings of the placement of the event venue on the property and what the property would look like if it were developed for residential usage. Deborah Baxa is the owner of the future Camelot Meadows Event Venue in Belmont, NC

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TOMS BAKERY. 120 Belvedere Ave, Shelby, NC 28150. tgreene1@twc.com or tomsbakery.net (704) 473-1413 GET YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFTS AT 70%-90% OFF original retail! SIDE DOOR REOPENS OCTOBER 3rd and restocked with new selections for everyone. SIDE DOOR SALE, ONE DAY ONLY! Saturday, October 3rd, 9am-5pm. CASH ONLY. Next to Mighty Dollar, 132 Commercial Drive, Forest City only. UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION: Farm House Decor, Antiques and Collectibles. Tuesday-Friday, 11am-4pm. Saturday, 11am-3pm. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on FB. 828-382-0075.

BIBLE COLLEGE CLASSES. Charity Bible College offers 12 weeks of classes supplemented without of class weekly assignments toward a degree in Theology or Christian Education. Classes resume for the fall beginning Monday, September 28th at 6:30pm until 9:00pm each week. Our staff is dedicated to providing the opportunity for students to receive training for the Christian ministry. The college is located at 113 Charity Church Rd, Lawndale, NC 28090. Charity Bible College is afﬁliated with Macedonia Baptist College of Midland, NC as part of their Satellite School Association Program. Classes Offered this Semester are: The Book of Nehemiah, Parables, Bible Doctrines, and The Book of James. Please contact us for more information! www.charitybiblecollege. org (704) 419-4574 cbcfallston@gmail.com

EXPERIENCED GRILL COOK (MORNINGS) & KITCHEN WORKER POSITIONS. Apply in Person. Carolina Crossings Restaurant located at 218 S. Main St., Grover, NC GRANNY B’S, 322 WEST MAIN STREET, SPINDALE NC 28160. Openings for Sub/Pizza Makers. Apply in person! See Mr. Nichols.

BUSINESS SERVICES HANDYMAN: REMODEL, RESTORATION AND RENOVATION. Interior and Exterior Painting. Apex. Call Michael, 828-748-5740. TRIPLE D PAINTING AND WOODWORK. All your painting needs, free estimates, over 25 yrs experience! Framing, facial boards and much more wood work available! Making your home, building or business look new again. (704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com J. M. LAWN SERVICES. MOWING, TRIMMING, EDGING and BLOWING. Shelby area. INSURED. Call 9am5pm. (704) 974-9981 CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tune-up Special, $59.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-477-9119 or 704472-9367.

BRAIN TRAINING FOR YOUR DOG. NC4Ever.com, Turn your dog into a genius. NC4Ever@ email.com

COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. (980) 295-5568

EMPLOYMENT SELL YOUR PHOTOS. ShelbyNCJobs.com - Sell your photos, part-time jobs, full-time jobs, handyman. NC4Ever@ email.com

FIND YOUR NAME ON NC4EVER.COM. Find your ﬁrst name and now last names are becoming available. NC4Ever@email.com

ANTIQUE TRACTOR SHOW. Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020. At T&H EQUIPMENT located at 1721 South Post Rd., Shelby NC. “FREE Admission” Tractors Welcomed! Call Hal at 704300-3071, TJ at 704-477-1561 or Neal at 704-481-5800.

NOW HIRING. Experienced roofers needed. (704) 4770516 COMPLETE CARE INC. Is seeking CNAs / In Home Aides for Cleveland and Gaston Counties. Apply M-F, 8am-4pm at 404 W. Warren St, Shelby, NC 28150 or call (704) 4809340 WANTED CHURCH SECRETARY PART-TIME. Must be well organized and a people person. Familiar with ACS program a plus. Some knowledge of ﬁnances, a good record keeper, able to be discrete in handling conﬁdential information. (704) 739-3547 mjuliacwilson@gmail.com NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. (704) 473-0341

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Offering: yard work, mulching, trees and bushes trimmed. Clean flower beds, pressure washing, minor repairs. Decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available, over 25 years experience. Call us first, 704-692-4449. DECK NEED A FACE LIFT? I have built or repaired hundreds. We fix most anything made of wood. Room Enclosures. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Bob, 828-4766058. IT’S TIME TO TRIM CREPE MYRTLE TREES. Spreading Mulch or Gravel, minor chainsaw work and storm clean-up. I can do many of your outside chores with over 15 years experience all over Cleveland County and stretching to the Forest City area. Nice, honest, dependable, clean, drug-free, he’s an all around great guy and handyman, so call Rob today and see what I can help you with. (980) 295-0750 24 HOUR MOBILE MECHANIC REPAIR & SERVICE. I’LL COME TO YOU! Oil Changes, Tire Problems, Small Engine Repairs. (704) 300-2332 SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587

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DOG CAGES WITH BOTTOM PANS, call for price. Jazzy Electric Wheelchair, $350. Free kittens (almost cats). 828-2007441 or 828-289-3481.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, Oct. 2nd & 3rd, 2020, 8am-2pm. Toys, baby & kitchen items, storage containers, antique rocker, etc. 111 Waco Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

CUB CADET LT1050. Runs, needs work, 50 inch deck, $500 OBO, AS IS. 518-321-5662. Greenhill area.

YARD AND CRAFT SALE. Sat. Oct. 3rd, 2020 from 7:00 AM 12:00 PM. 433 East Homestead Ave., Shelby, NC 28152 YARD SALE. Thurs., Sept. 24th, 9AM-2PM and Fri., Sept. 25th, 8AM-1PM. Cancel, if rain. 237 E. Double Shoals Road, Lawndale, NC 28090 YARD SALE/BAKE SALE. St. Paul’s United Methodist Yard Sale, sausage biscuits, hot dogs, and bake sale. Sat., Oct 3rd, 7AM-2PM. Rain DayOct. 10th. Have things to sale, rent a table, $10. Contact Kaye 704-473-1184 to reserve table. Please wear mask and practice social distancing. 2500 New Prospect Church Road, Shelby, NC 28150 3 FAMILY ESTATE, GARAGE SALE. Thurs, Fri, Sat, Oct 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 7:30am. Fishing Gear, Trolling Motors, Furniture, household items, Bric-Brac, linens, misc. Meadowood Subdivision, 1207 Spring Dr, Shelby, NC 28150

GASTON COUNTY BELMONT MOOSE LODGE YARD SALE. Sat. Oct. 3rd, 2020, 7:00 AM - Until. Tables to rent $15 for 6 ft, $20 for 8 ft, rent by 10/1/20 at 704-6780459. 122 Robert Russell Rd., Belmont, NC 28012 (704) 6780459 luckeymekathy@yahoo. com

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CORD OF FIREWOOD. Large truckload $50. Small truckload $40. (704) 974-0828

HOVEROUND WHEEL CHAIR. APPROXIMATELY 2 YEARS OLD. USED VERY LITTLE. LIKE BRAND NEW. $900. (704) 692-2092 HOVEROUND LIFT CHAIR. HoverounD Lift Chair for those that can’t get up and down stairs. Chair is motorized so individual doesn’t have to walk up and down stairs. (704) 6922092 ITEMS FOR SALE. Collectables, Lenox handmade hand painted birds, Franklin Mint birds, Franklin Mint butterﬂies, Princess House - 74 pcs., punch bowl with 9 cups-50+ years old, antique vase with frog, cranberry glass salad plates and bowls - 20 pcs., Lots and Lots more. Call for appointment to view. 704-477-8063 or 704-472-4645. GE SIDE BY SIDE REFRIGERATOR. 22 cu. ft. Ice & water in door. $350. 704-477-6114, (704) 434-8518 INVACARE PRONTO M41 SCOOTER. 16 years old, needs new battery, still charges and runs, inside only, up to 275lbs, $200. Forest City. 828305-1834.

GET YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFTS AT 70%-90% OFF original retail! SIDE DOOR REOPENS OCTOBER 3rd and restocked with new selections for everyone. SIDE DOOR SALE, ONE DAY ONLY! Saturday, October 3rd, 9am-5pm. CASH ONLY. Next to Mighty Dollar, 132 Commercial Drive, Forest City only. Forest City, NC 28043

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE. Don’t Wait! Call for information. (704) 480-0525

DON’T MISS BIG CLOSEOUT SALE. Fri. & Sat., Oct. 2-3, 8am until. Located at The Carpet Barn, 106 Pinehurst Rd., Ellenboro, NC 28040

CHICKENS FOR SALE. Crele and Spangled Old English Game Chickens for Sale. $50.00 a trio or trade for hogs. 704-284-2099.

FOR SALE FREE SELF DEFENSE STRIKEPEN GastoniaUSA. com fully functional self-defense for every day carry and use by men or women NC4Ever@email.com WORX BRUSH TRIMMER. Powerful lithium battery and charger, 2 spools of string, $40. 704-692-1127. DEER CORN, 60 POUND BAG. $7.00. Callahan Farms. 704-300-5341, Steve 704-4728865, Cletus, 704-300-5341, Todd (704) 692-1627 LIKE NEW LIFT CHAIR. $350. Barely used lift chair. Pick up in Forest City. For inquiries please call: 828-289-6792. TOTAL GYM XL5 FOR SALE Instruction book, Nutritional program, 7 instructional CD’s, exercise chart and 3 accessories. $325.00. 704482-2080.

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(2) FREE HOSPITAL BEDS. NO mattresses included, you disassemble and take away, Forest City. 828-305-1834. PEARS FOR SALE. $8.00 for 5 gallon bucket. Call 704-4609494 between 10am-4pm or leave message.

M41 MOBILITY CHAIR, $575. M41 Mobility Chair, 250 lb limit, with charger, delivery, warranty. Call Scooterman John, (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@ gmail.com GUNS FOR SALE. New Stoeger, 12 gauge, side by side, $325. Ruger Varmint Riﬂe, 3 clips, $400; Mossberg 22, 3 clips, $325. 704-830-8756. DINETTE SUITE BY ASHLEY. Includes Glass Top Table & 4 Chairs. Like new, Must See! Smoke Free Home! Only $225. Call (704) 477-0184 REAR END COVER FORD 10.5, $75. Ford 10.5 Rear end cover with bolts. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net ASSORTMENT OF CHILTON REPAIR MANUALS. I have a large assortment of Chilton Auto Repair Manuals. Some are imports and trucks. Some Motor Manuals all are hard back copies. Best Offer! (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net DEER APPLES FOR SALE. $9 per bag. 828-287-3272. MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERVICE. Seasoned mixed hardwood, $65. Green Oak, $65. Cut, split and delivered. 828395-0758.

HUSQVARNA 24 HP LAWNMOWER. 54” cut, used 3 times. Paid $2100, asking $1500. (704) 692-1573 TREADMILL FOR SALE. Used only 10 to 15 times. Like new. $200.00. 704-487-9653 or 704466-0401. FREE TIRE ALIGNMENT WITH PURCHASE OF ANY SET OF 4 NEW TIRES (through Sept. 30, 2020) at Butler’s Tire & Auto Service. Located at 404 King St., Kings Mountain. Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:00. Call (704) 750-4645 TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW! J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City. 828-245-5895. BUSINESS CARDS FOR SALE. 1,000 Black & White, $35.00 plus tax. Buy Local! Call 828-248-1408. HIGH QUALITY BANNERS FOR SALE. We offer many sizes and options. Call for more info and price. 704-692-4449.

REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING SYSTEM. Mac by Robinair Recovery and Recycling System. Comes with spare tank. Can send pictures by phone. $475. (704) 300-1818 DR VACUUM MACHINE. 6.6 HP, almost new, holds 200 gallons of shredded waste. $750. (704) 600-6448 ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Call for more details. 828-382-0455. WINTER IS COMING!!! SEASONED FIREWOOD FOR SALE. No Pine or Poplar. $65 a load. Delivered locally. Call Fred, 828-202-1000.

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SCOOTERMAN JOHN Has a $80 coupon on a good used Mobility chair in September. Repairs are also made. Scooterman John (704) 9514224 mobilityservices07@ gmail.com GOLF CARTS FOR SALE. Gas and electric EZ-GO, like new, 2 seats, 2 white, 2 green. 704-477-3500, 18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,095. 704-482-3166. PROPANE GRILL TANKS REFILLED. Only $10.99. Call 828287-3272. HANDYMAN SERVICES. Offering: yard work, mulching, trees and bushes trimmed. Clean flower beds, pressure washing, minor repairs. Decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available, over 25 years experience. Call us first, 704-692-4449. WE STOCK METAL FOR ALL your roofing or repair needs. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City. 828-245-5895. 16X40 STORAGE BUILDING, WORK SHOP, ETC. Built on site, one day install. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895. DEER CORN, SHELLED, 50LBS, $7. Cob Corn, $8. 828287-3272. WE BUY TRAILERS. Must have title and ID. 828-2455895. FLAG POLES AND FLAGS IN STOCK. 15ft., 20ft., and 25ft. Delivery and install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895. CARPORTS, GARAGES, RV COVERS, FREE STANDING LEAN TO’S. Areas largest on site display. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895. PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788 RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS AND GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828980-0853, 704-476-9383. 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

BRAND NEW HONDA GENERATOR. EM 5000 SX, Electric Start, 120V/240V, 30 Amp Hookup. Cost over $2500, will take $2000 ﬁrm. Call 704692-4449. REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443 TRAILERS, ALL KINDS. Utility, Box, Dump Equipment, Goosenecks. Areas LARGEST on site display for trailers. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895. HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 487-6855

WANT TO BUY WANT TO BUY. Looking for 2 bedroom mobile home in good condition. (704) 434-7146 WOMEN’S BICYCLE. Looking for a regular adult women’s bicycle to ride outdoors. Must be in good condition. 704-4879653 or 704-466-0401. WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. 828-245-6756. 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 CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228 WWII COLLECTOR WANTING TO BUY German Pistols, Military Guns, Helmets, Knives and Flags. I BUY Small and Large Gun Collections also. Licensed FFL, TOP cash paid. (828) 980-3329 DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828289-1175 or 828-247-1070. WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton collector, (704) 695-4917

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BUSH HOGGING AND GARDEN TILLING in the Patterson Springs, Grover, and South Shelby area. $60 hr. Call 704-472-2595 for estimate.

2007 KIA SPORTAGE $750 DOWN - $80 WEEK O.A.C.

SILENT AUCTION, ONE TIME ONLY! (1) 5 Gallon Bucket of PURE RAW HONEY. Produced in Rutherford County NC, on edge of Polk County. Starting bid is $350. Final bid accepted by 9:00PM on October 3rd. Current bid posted here weekly. For bidding or more details call 828-980-1823 or email: jacksoncorbin71@yahoo.com

1992 FORD F-150 XLT with high mileage. Good work truck, $2500. Also, 30” cut Poulan riding mower, $140. 828-289-1817.

NEW 3 PT. HITCH Fertilizer Spreader, $450. 828-2873272. NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-2873272.

1994 FORD F-150 FOR SALE - $1500.00 Firm. 704-4737351.

1999 HONDA CR-V 248K miles, Automatic with air, AWD. $1600 OBO. 704-4870226. 1997 MAZDA B2300 PICKUP, runs, needs head gasket, $500. 1995 LeBaron Convertible, auto, cruise control, comes with spare 1995 LeBaron for parts, motor & trans good, $1500 ﬁrm. 828-4530828.

RIVER RUN DOG FOOD 21/10, 50 lbs, $17.99. Ask about volume discounts. 828287-3272.

CATS FOR SALE. 3 months old. $25 each. (704) 470-7677 HOLSTEIN CALF STEER. 7 months old, grass & grain fed. (704) 692-7131 PEDIGREE PUPPIES AT MUTT PRICES. The top quality you want in a dog, but at mutt pricing. We have had two litters of puppies.We have 3 parti Yorkies (2) female and (1) male and we have 3 regular Yorkies (2) female and (1) male. These are all 5 weeks old, they are all certiﬁed CKC registered puppies. First round of shots and going for 2 worming medication this week. They come with a health certiﬁ cate. $1,000 for parti Yorkies and $900 for regular Yorkies. (704) 473-7042 rvcollins70@ gmail.com POT BELLY PIG PIGLETS 8 weeks old. $50 each. 704284-8335. DOG KENNELS, FROM $189.99 IN STOCK. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 10x10 split, 20x20 split. Tops, Delivery and Install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-2455895. RACING HOMING PIGEONS. Gaston Cleveland Racing Pigeon Club. A fun hobby for the whole family. Call Art, 803984-6678. artsager@msn.com

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MOTORCYCLES & ATVS 2020 CFMOTO CFORCE 500 EPS 4-WHEELER. Power steering, 4WD, trailer hitch, winch, color Royal Blue, less than 100 miles, $6000. 828894-3293. HONDA GOLDWING 1100. New headlights, new horn and new signals. Bucket seat, windshield. 4K miles. Garage kept. $1850. 704-300-8378.

VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-7182659, (803) 635-9831

MOBILE HOMES 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH mobile home for rent. On private lot. $650 deposit, $650 rent. 704472-5787, 704-472-6397

PETS & LIVESTOCK

FREE KITTENS TO GOOD INSIDE HOME. I will take care of ﬁrst vet visit. Call anytime. (704) 472-7116

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REAL ESTATE CLEVELAND COUNTY 2003 FORD ECONOLINE WAGON E150 Chateau Edition, Gold, Automatic, Quad Captains Chairs, Only 92,082 miles, $6200, Very Nice Van! Call (704) 434-9502 1997 FORD ECONOLINE COMMERCIAL CUTAWAY E-350 WORK TRUCK. High back, 7.3 Diesel, 118k miles, auto, Reading work body with ladder rack, one owner, new tires, $15,000. 828-245-9620, 828-223-1564.

CAMPERS 2002 MONACO Motor Coach, 2 slides. 42,370 miles. Excellent mechanical condition. Good for over-the-road or livein. Must see. 828-289-5791 WANT TO BUY. Pop-up campers. Call 828-429-3935. 2017 MODEL SURVEYOR TRAVEL TRAILER. 20’, Murphy bed or sleeper sofa, 1 side & separate bath. Purchased new, excellent condition. $16,000. Selling for health reasons. Call for appointment. (828) 405-8316

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WANT TO RENT WANT TO RENT OR RENT TO OWN in Shelby. Call between 2&6 pm. (704) 406-7836

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH, fully remodeled, in Kings Mountain. No pets. References required. Call Keith, 704-418-3790. MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299 MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417 2&3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Applications are being processed right now! Rent is based on income (and even some expenses). Call or visit today Laurel Hill Apartments. Equal housing opportunity. Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 4871114 laurelhill@darbydevelopment.com LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 482-7723

1.97 ACRES, 3000 SQFT BUILDING. 1144 East Stagecoach Trail, Lawndale, NC 28090. MAKE AN OFFER! 828453-0828. 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOUSE on 1 acre. $44,000. Call between 3&7pm, 704-472-1546 or view at 349 Grice St, Shelby, NC 28150 HOME FOR SALE. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, corner lot, carport with double drive. New gutters, outside doors and 6 year old roof. $148,900. Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 3007736

RUTHERFORD COUNTY TWO RESTRICTED MOUNTAIN VIEW LOTS in gated community, near Lake Lure. Owner ﬁnancing available, 0% ﬁnancing for a limited time. Also, 78 Acre Riverfront Horse Farm, 5 miles from TIEC. 864909-1035, www.rowelland. com

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. EHO. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 4876354 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

GASTON COUNTY HOUSE FOR RENT IN CHERRYVILLE. 2BR, 1BA, Central Heat & AC. Includes stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, storage building. $600 month. $600 deposit. Call 704-4358750.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $500 per month. 828-382-0475.

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RICHARD B. ABERNETHY has served as a North Carolina District Court Judge in Gastonia, North Carolina since 2007.

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