Banner-News 10-6-22

Mt. Holly officials and Historical Society members discuss possible museum move

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

Officials from the City of Mt. Holly and the Mt. Holly Historical Society got together last Monday in the Municipal Center council chambers for a sit down, face to face, discussion concerning the Society’s museum at 131 S. Main St. and its possible relocation. The building that houses the museum is owned by the city and was once Mount Holly’s City Hall.

The meeting discourse

was impassioned but civil.

Friends and acquaintances in both the municipal and public sectors treated each other with respect and dignity- a rare thing these days.

A horde of folks showed up at the confabulation and the meeting lasted several hours. A veritable conga line of about 20 concerned citizens took advantage of the public comment portion of the powwow to air their thoughts on the museum situation. Many were from a group calling itself “Save the

Museum”.

Prior to the gathering, the City had issued an official statement-

“During the Mount Holly City Council Retreat on February 25, 2022, Council voted unanimously to relocate the Mount Holly Historical Society (Society) to a new location in the Municipal Complex, located in the upfitted textile mill that currently houses the Mount Holly Police Department, Grand Hall, and administrative offices.

The Society, whose mission is to preserve and maintain the City’s archives, operates in the city-owned building located at 131 South Main Street that is in need of See HISTORICAL, Page 4

Fifth annual Mt. Holly Lantern Parade coming up

Hurricane Ian sweeps through our area

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

Last week’s BannerNews featured a story on how hurricanes have affected our area in past Septembers. Well, the article was prophecy because no sooner did copies appear in boxes on Thursday the 29th, than Hurricane Ian came through the very next day on the 30th.

Gaston County was under a Tropical Storm Warning all day Friday. The temperatures felt anything but tropical since the high was only 55 degrees or so. Rainfall started around 5am and was steady throughout the day.

Winds were stiff and averaged around 20-25mph with a few higher gusts.

By Friday evening, power outages were scattered and though not inconsequential, were less than some had predicted. According to the Duke Energy Outage Map, over 100 homes near Stanley in the Durham Rd. area were affected. Belmont had over 40 outages on Dogwood Ln. and another 117 off Keener Blvd. near Charles Dr. (see photo). There were three outages off Hickory Grove Rd. at Smith Ln. Another 40 outages near Hollifield St, Cramerton. Mt.

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By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

On October 22 at 7:00pm the streets of downtown Mt. Holly will once again be filled with folks ogling hundreds of fanciful, illuminated paper and wire lanterns as they parade past held aloft by the folks who created them.

Yep, it’s time for the fifth annual Mt. Holly Lantern Parade.

The event was first dreamed up and pulled off by Awaken Gallery owner Emily Andress in 2017 and has gotten larger and larger each year since.

“I can’t believe it’s been five years,” Andress said. “My excitement is out of control.”

This year’s theme will be “Written in the Stars” and See LANTERN,

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The Mt. Holly Historical Society museum at its current location 131 S. Main. St.

Photo by Alan Hodge

These folks went Egyptian with their lantern and outfits in the 2021 parade.

Downed trees blocked Charles Dr. in Belmont and knocked out power Friday afternoon.

I have trouble sleeping. At night I toss and turn with my mind boiling like a stomach full of collard greens. I twist the kibbies around my body like a caterpillar worm forming a cocoon.

I thought about sleeping pills, but did not want to wake up like Marilyn Monroe. A friend of mine, Calvinius Calhoun McGuirt, suggested melatonin. I got some of those type of gummies that also had an herb called juju b’wana or something like that mixed in with the melatonin. The herb was supposed to reduce stress. The gummies cost a lot of money and the herb did not work. Ungawah!

I got some ‘plain’ melatonin pills from the wallymart. They work much better, but as my doctor cautioned, might ‘trigger vivid dreams’. She was right (hey! Dr. McGhahan!).

I have always had crazy dreams but now every night is like going to a melatonin movie house.

Fer instance- Last night I was walking down a busy city sidewalk with a bundle under my arm. I sat down on a park bench and opened the package. Inside was a beautiful Arab-style outfit like them thar sheik fellers wear. The famed adventurer T.E. Lawrence (aka Lawrence of Arabia) liked that sort of garb too. He is kind of a hero of mine. A chap who came from poor beginnings and developed a taste for knowledge and adrenaline fun like riding fast motorcycles and camels.

Anyway, I ducked into an alleyway and put the rig on. I went back out on the sidewalk with the robes flowing and the trick headdress thing on my

head. I suddenly felt thirsty and spotted a coffeeshop. I ducked in and sat at the counter by myself. There was a big chunk of peanut butter fudge on the counter and I grabbed it and ate all of it. I ordered a coffee and sat there slurping it, belching peanut butter taste at the same time.

Suddenly, there was a commotion at the door. A small crowd squeezed in. Right in the middle of the crowd was none other than Barack Hussein Obama and his woman Michelle. They came over to the counter.

One person in the crowd said “Hey, Barry, do you know who that is sitting there with peanut butter fudge crumbs on his lips?” Barry said, “I sure do.” They asked Michelle the same question and got same answer. Finally, the crowd left and the three of us were alone in the place. Barry came over and said, “Say, who are you anyway?”

“Alan Lee Hodge,” I said. Barry shook my hand.

“Hey, Alan, where did you get that cool outfit?” he said through his huge white teeth.

“It was a gift from T.E. Lawrence,” said I, matter of factly.

By and by the Obamas left. Quiet and contemplation returned to the coffeeshop. I eyed a big cinnamon roll but knew in my heart and head that I had consumed over my daily allow-

ance of sugar with the fudge. It was a cinnamon roll too far. Just like the trout stream that Nick Adams eyed in the Hemingway short story “Up in Michigan”.

By and by I finished my coffee and went outside. A camel walked up and I rubbed its muzzle and gave it a crumb I had pinched off the cinnamon roll and I got on it and rode down the street feeling alone but happy in the aloneness.

Then I woke up.

Well, that’s just one melatonin enhanced dream. I have lots of others but that one is representative. It’s just like going to the movies in your own mind minus the smell of popcorn and the sticky floor from where people spill their drinks. I like it. Nitey nite.

Will you own an electric car?

Dr. Glenn Mollette

Will you own an electric car? If you live long enough and that’s all that is being made, you probably will. Many of us we’ll hold out for as long as possible.

I’m all for electric cars especially if someone else is buying them. If 20 percent of America’s driving population goes to the electric vehicle, EV, then surely gasoline will become cheaper. Less people buying gasoline will reduce the demand and it should reduce the price. We hope.

California will not allow the sale of gasoline cars by 2035.

This same state told EV drivers not to charge their electric cars during the past Labor Day weekend when the temperatures were expected to hit triple digits for millions of residents putting a drain on the power grid.

This brings us to the same crisis every community will face. America’s power grids aren’t ready to accommodate millions of EVs plugging in a for a recharge. The prospects of city and regional blackouts

are alarming. You can forget charging your car. You won’t be able to charge your cell phone or have air conditioning or heat during a blackout.

I’m not opposed to electric cars. I am opposed to them being crammed down our throats. The manufacturers are being pushed to eventually eliminate all gasoline vehicles. We will see how this goes over the next ten years.

Plan to spend some money. A local salesman talked to me about an electric Mustang. Stickered at $48,000 but they were asking $58,000 because as he said, “We can get it.” I didn’t want the car to begin with but was curious about the car.

It sounds time consuming to recharge an EV, although some EVs are promising up to 150mile charge in a short amount of time.

EVs could mean fewer people on America’s Interstates.

Currently in most American

communities its much easier to go home to recharge at your own power station. Cross country driving will be out of the question or very difficult in an EV for the next two or three years. Currently an EV will go about 250 to 350 miles on a charge. This means you will always be searching for the next power station. This will be a major lifestyle change.

There are reports that Pilot and Flying J will have charging stations installed by 2025 and are spending a billion dol-

We purchased groceries yesterday, washed our fruit and put it away. Today I grabbed a handful of grapes, popped a few in my mouth and they were sour; sour grapes! And my attitude was sour grapes too because I paid for good ones but obviously didn’t get them. This brought back a sour grapes memory of mine inspired now by recollections Alan Hodge had about summer camps in the Banner July 14, 2022.

As a teenager, I never went to camp, nor joined boy scouts, or several other activities because we either couldn’t afford it, or my parents were too busy. So I spent a lot of time in a figurative vat of emotional sour grapes releasing the disagreeable flavor into my emotional life. Disappointment became so regular that I became adept at boxing up those emotions and tucking them away. To complicate things I only knew about God and Jesus; biblical wisdom didn’t have residence in me; as a result I didn’t know I was hurting myself emotionally and had to learn many lessons the hard way.

As a freshman in high school, I overheard classmates commenting on their family’s going skiing together for a week over Christmas break. I knew that was out of the question for me so I took those emotions and put them in my box. Being the clever child I was though, I fashioned skis of my own out of 2x4’s and off I went to our

neighborhood sledding hill. I nearly broke my legs; fortunately and since I hadn’t died, I tucked that away as a lesson well learned and went sledding; finally content to have some fun on our memorable neighborhood sledding path.

The Apostle Paul speaks about contentment in Philippians 4:11-13. Jesus taught Paul how to be content with meagre circumstances or abundance just as the Lord was awakening that lesson in me then; and now, years later, I am well aware that abundance is not where we are to put our trust. We are traversing God’s story steeped in His wisdom, understanding and knowledge; guided by His Holy Spirit infusing us with Galatians 5 spiritual character building fruit like Love, Joy, Peace, and Patience. The Lord’s fruit always benefits

us and our paramount lesson is that Jesus came to earth to show us God, His love and to redeem us. John 3:16 declares “For God so loved the world so much that He gave His one and only son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life.” NLT

Folded into all of this Jesus showed us through love how to serve one another. How do we practically do that especially with the pressures these days? The Word of God, from beginning to end, reminds us if we stick close to the Lord, soak in His Word, and follow the leading of His Holy Spirit, we will live a steadfast life, content and joyful whether experiencing plenty or setbacks, always looking for opportunities to serve others along the way.

Correction

Correction The name of East Gaston High Homecoming Queen Jaida Mistry’s mother was misspelled in last week’s BannerNews. Her name is Christie not Christia.

Creating memories with dignity & respect

101 Oak Grove St. Mt. Holly, NC 28120

lars to upgrade their facilities. They will also want to recoup their costs.

The car will cost you more money. You will spend anywhere from $2,000 (low minimum) to $6,000 to install a station at your home and this is all variable. To keep your car charged at home will cost you about what you spend on your monthly electric bill now. So, figure your electric bill doubling, if you’re lucky.

You may be wanting something different in your life and an EV may be just what you want. There is a lot to consider and on some level they will impact all our lives, eventually.

Crystal Creek Stables of Mount Holly

Western

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Dennis Siracusa

Glenn Mollette

Sole Patrol activities...

The Mt. Holly Parks and Rec. Sole Patrol senior citizens group meets MondaysFridays 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM at the Tuckaseege Community Center for exercise, fellowship, and fun. Indoor activities include walking, corn hole, and shuffleboard.

The members celebrate birthdays and have lunch. This is a free program for seniors, ages 55 and up, who reside within Mount Holly City limits. Email mark. jusko@mtholly.us or call (704) 951-3006 for more information.

Start earning with Bank OZK today!

Animal League event set

The Animal League of Gaston County has received a grant from the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) and Subaru Loves Pets to help sponsor a pet adoption event at Tindol Subaru in Gastonia, in cooperation with Gaston County Animal Care & Enforcement. There will be approximately 30 dogs and 10 cats available for adoption on Saturday, October 8, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. “Last year was such a huge success, we are thrilled to once again partner with the ASPCA and Tindol Subaru for this wonderful event,” said Terry Kenny, executive director of Animal League of Gaston County. Tindol Subaru will also be hosting its 30th annual Cruise-

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lanterns with any sort of outer space angle will be in profusion. That includes stars, planets, heavenly bodies, spacecraft, astronauts, etc. etc. One young artist is allegedly creating an eight-foot-tall astronaut lantern.

As has been the case from the first parade, school kids and their lanterns will be plentiful.

“This year we have seventeen schools building lanterns and taking part,” Andress said. “Also, the Pleasant Ridge Elementary School marching band will lead the parade. They are one of just two elementary school marching bands in the nation.”

Other groups that will be marching with their lanterns include Girl Scouts and local churches including First Presbyterian in Mt. Holly.

Andress says the event has grown greatly from its original Mt. Holly roots.

In at 1901 East Franklin Boulevard in the Tindol lot. More than 300 cars of all makes and models will be on display. Visitors can enjoy free Sundrop, hot dogs, popcorn, music and prizes. DJ “Big D” Darren Bolick will be on site.

The Cruise-In registration fee for car owners is $20 which includes a T-shirt and other goodies. One hundred percent of the entry fees benefit the Boy Scouts of America, Piedmont Council. In addition, Tindol Subaru will be collecting dry dog and cat food for needy animals. More information can be found on their website: https://www.tindolford.com/cruise-in.html

“Come on out and enjoy some fresh air, beautiful cars, music and prizes and an amaz-

“This has become a Gaston County production held in Mt. Holly,” she said.

Andress pointed to some of the groups that have helped with sponsorship and publicity.

“There’s the Gaston County Community Development Foundation, the Mt. Holly Community Development Foundation, Gaston Tourism Development, the City of Mt. Holly, the Gaston County Mu-

ing adoption event,” said Natalie Tindol, President of Tindol Subaru. “We’re happy to raise money for the Boy Scouts and to provide an opportunity to help pets find their forever home.”

The mission of the Animal League of Gaston County is to promote companion animal welfare in the community through advocacy, education and service. The Gaston LowCost Spay/Neuter Clinic, operated by the ALGC, is dedicated to providing high-quality, lowcost spay/neuter surgeries and is the only service of its kind in a three-county area. There are no residency or income requirements. The Clinic is a member of the National Spay/ Neuter Response team.

seum of Art and History, and more,” she said.

Andress gave a special nod to Stanton Enterprise for their financial support.

“They have helped sponsor the parade since the first year,” she said. “Every year we have been able to take on more schools due to their dollars. Jeff Stanton is great.”

For more information on the Mt. Holly Lantern parade visit https://www.awakengallery.com.

Ida Rankin Elementary had a Jurassic Park theme for their 2021 lanterns.

The Sole Patrol group celebrated the September 27 birthday of Becky Hodges.

Ken Hodges and a cornhole board he made. Photos by Alan Hodge

Ken Hodges with medals he earned at the Gaston County and North Carolina Senior Games

The Sole Patrol enjoying lunch.

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repairs. In addition to providing the Society with space for their exhibits, archives, and office, the City provides annual funding to assist with the operations of the non-profit organization.

The Council’s vote in February demonstrated their intent to relocate the City archives and museum to a new facility; thereby activating space in both the downtown building and the Municipal Complex.

The City will finance the design and construction to create a new state-of-the-art museum, featuring a climate-controlled environment, enhanced exhibits, ample parking, and easy access to the heart of downtown. The relocation of the archives will be financed by the City as well.

There is no intention for the dissolution of the Historical Society, just their relocation to

another building. The City looks forward to the continued collaboration with this essential organization.”

At the beginning of the meeting, the City presented a PowerPoint presentation explaining what its plans for the museum are.

After that, Society leaders gave their thoughts on the subject. Then the public comment portion opened.

Former MHHS president and board member Gary Brinkley remarked-

“We ought not to be here tonight, talking about the museum,” he said. “Had conversations occurred prior to the retreat, I believe solutions could have been developed. Unfortunately, no one contacted the Historical Society about the issues at hand, so no collaborative solutions were developed. The two organizations (City and Historical Society) are made up of

reasonable people. Surely conversations could have been held prior to the retreat. I recommend that a small group of individuals get together to develop workable answers to the issues.”

Former Mt. Holly council member and MHHS member Carolyn Breyare also spoke in support of keeping the museum on S. Main. She related how that location was selected when she was on the council beginning in 2007 and how important the museum is to the city.

“I love downtown Mt. Holly,” she said. “The historical society is a fit there and let’s leave it there.”

Former Mt. Holly mayor Robert Black also spoke in support of leaving the museum where it is.

“There are many people in this room who are passionate about this,” he said. “Council is passionate. I think there is a way to combine our passions. We all want what is best for our town.”

MHHS member Karen Hite Jacob passed out information sheets with salient points about the museum and the downtown location. One set of points included “What the City stands to lose if the museum is moved” and included- All foot traffic will be lost for the museum; many of the displays are built into the building and can’t be moved; all the

displays will not fit in the new (Municipal Center) space; the museum will probably fail and close due to lack of traffic.

Future meetings on the subject are planned.

“After hearing input from the Mount Holly Historical Society, the “Save the Museum” group and citizens during Public Comment, the Mount Holly City Council is discussing the next steps for the potential relocation of the City archives and museum to the Municipal Complex cam-

pus,” said city manager Miles Braswell. “No set date has been determined for the next meeting at this time, but as mentioned during the meeting, the City will be working directly with the Historical Society on certain items moving forward. An official statement from the City will be released when a decision has been reached.”

The entire meeting can be seen at https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=-uJlmqaFkiU.

The Arts on the Greenway group gets creative outside

The Arts on the Greenway group took advantage of nice weather and did some plein air painting recently. Plein air is painting outside. Folks who took part and locations included- Stephanie

McLaughlin – Smoke & Barrel on Charlotte Highway or Community Garden; Alexis Glass – in front of Catawba Coffee or the Community Garden; Jeffrey Bowers – Houses on Glendale Ave and

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then to Catawba and Hawthorne; Kathy Holbrook – Tuckaseege Park; James Norman – Woodlawn Road; Martha Faires – Marina or Tuck Park; Louise McLaughlin – Tuck Park.

Kathy Holbrook shows off her creation. Photos by Alan Hodge Louise McLaughlin (left) and Sandy Collier painting at Tuck Park.

Gwendolyn “Gwen” Irene Brewer

Gwendolyn “Gwen” Irene Brewer, 84, of Mt. Holly passed away September 25, 2022 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gasto-

nia. She was born on June 5, 1938 to the late Ed and Victoria Cochrane. She is also preceded in death by her son, Bill Randolph. Gwen currently attended the Upper Room Church in Belmont and was a previous member of North Main Street Baptist. She enjoyed traveling many states and Canada with her husband and loved trips to the mountains. Most of all, Gwen loved her family and grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband of over 40 years, Douglas “Doug” Brewer; sons, James Randolph, Steve Brewer, and David Brewer and wife Barbara; sisters, Katherine Oxendine, Ruby Cox and husband George; and Carolyn Lail and husband Marvin; brother, James

Edward Cochrane and wife Teresa; 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren; and numerous friends.

A Memorial service to celebrate the life of Gwen will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at the Upper Room Church, 1405 Armstrong Ford Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, with Rev. Michael Brewer officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Gwen’s name to the Upper Room Church, 1405 Armstrong Ford Rd., Belmont, NC 28012.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.bensonfuneralservices. com.

Belmont Abbey Rotaract Club students help at Rotary event

Belmont Abbey College Rotaract Club student volunteers played a leading role in preparations for a Learn Rotary summit in Belmont attended by more than 100 Rotarians from 14 North Carolina counties on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022.

The half-day session was conducted at the Kimbrell Campus of Gaston College in Belmont. Rotaract students assisted in setup preparations, greeting guests and staffing the event registration table.

Stocking, Marketing Director Adrian Skipper and Project Chair Emma Pherson.

Rotaract is the college version of Rotary, and the Belmont Abbey College Rotaract Club is sponsored by the Belmont and Gastonia Rotary Clubs. Belmont Abbey College staff members and Rotaract co-leaders Debbie Windley and Daphne Friday also assisted at the event.

Fall Foliage Outlook 2022: When will the leaves change in North Carolina?

By Andrew Moore NC State University College of Natural Resources News

North Carolinians can expect to see the usual hues of orange, yellow, red and purple on trees as they visit leaf-peeping destinations across the state this fall, according to one NC State forestry expert.

“I think we’ll see leaves peak at about the same time as they have in recent years,” said Bob Bardon, a professor of forestry and environmental resources and the associate dean of extension at the College of Natural Resources.

Leaves can begin changing as early as late September, with colors peaking as early as mid-October. However, Bardon warned that it’s difficult to predict the exact timing of the process because it depends on how the weather unfolds throughout the fall season.

Sunny, but not hot, days and cooler nights provide the optimal conditions for fall foliage, with the lower temperatures slowing the production of chlorophyll — the pigment that gives plants their green color — and sunlight increasing sugar production.

As chlorophyll declines,

carotenoid (orange) and xanthophyll (yellow) pigments emerge from within the leaves. Meanwhile, the increasing concentration of sugar produces a third pigment, anthocyanin, which creates hues of red and purple.

Warmer temperatures can cause leaves to remain green longer, delaying the onset of fall colors. The Climate Prediction Center’s outlook shows that the Southeast could experience above-average temperatures through November.

“It’s going to be a bit warmer in the southern Appalachians this year, but we’re probably not going to see much of a delay in fall colors,” Bardon said. “If there is a delay, it will only be by a few days. Most people probably won’t even notice it.”

Some parts of the Piedmont and Coastal Plain regions are experiencing mild drought, which can cause leaves to die before they reach peak color. But an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season could alleviate these conditions.

On the other hand, the wind and rain associated with tropical storms can knock leaves off trees be-

fore they reach peak color, according to Bardon. Additionally, cloudy days and rainfall can reduce sugar production within leaves, lowering color intensity.

Leaf peepers could begin to see minimal color changes at higher elevations in the mountains as early as the first week of October.

Once fall foliage begins to appear throughout the mountains, the color changes will gradually move across the state to the coast, according to Bardon. Coastal areas usually see color changes one or two weeks after the other regions.

According to the Farmers’ Almanac, fall foliage will peak across the inland regions of North Carolina between October 12 and 28. Meanwhile, along the coast, foliage is expected to peak between October 19 and November 4.

Bardon cautioned, again, that if temperatures trend warmer and tropical storms become more prevalent, it could delay fall foliage by a couple of days and even mute the colors. “Any deviation from sunny days and cooler temperatures could impact the leaves.”

Participating Rotaract Club students were: Co-president and Secretary Emily Helms, Co-president Maggie

At the summit, Rotarians focused on learning about three topics critical to Rotary success: membership strategies to enhance growth and service, the Rotary Foundation and how lives are

changed because of gifts to the Foundation, and the importance of public image and outreach to members and the community. Rotary District 7680 Governor Kamlesh (Kam) Chandan of the Lake Norman-Huntersville Rotary Club presided.

Belmont Rotary Club, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2025, meets for lunch and a program on local topics each Wednesday, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m., at the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Belmont. Guests interested in learning more about local businesses and issues and how Rotary serves the community are welcome.

I got too close and it went woosh

By Tony Marciano

I am the crazy person who enjoys mowing the lawn. However, I don’t enjoy using a “push” mower. Even if it is self-propelled, I don’t enjoy mowing with it. Since I’ve been a little kid, I dreamed of having a riding lawn mower.

The predecessor to Walmart was a huge department store in New Jersey called, “Two Guys.” They got their name because people said, “I know these Two Guys who can get you a great deal.” Thus the name stuck. We’d go there and I’d sit on the riding lawn mowers, dreaming of the day I would have my own.

I remember visiting my father’s cousins and they had a riding lawn mower. They allowed me to mow their lawn. I was thrilled. They probably thought I was insane.

When I lived in northern Virginia, I purchased my first riding lawn mower. It was used. Originally it was red. My sons painted it black.

After that one died I purchased a new riding mower. It stopped working after seven years. My sister gave me her lawn mower. I was super grateful. It has a Honda engine with two cylinders. The steering is designed so that you can palm the steering wheel. It turns so easily. It’s over twenty years old and comes with the challenges of an older lawn mower but I’m grateful. One of my goals is to see how fast I can mow the lawn. My record is 45 minutes, both front and back.

Let me bring you to today. It had been a long week. I was out late every night. I needed a fun weekend. I got home at a reasonable hour. My wife was not home. I fig-

ured I’d mow the lawn, get it done and enjoy the weekend.

I fired up the mower and started racing around the lawn. I got the front yard done and headed to the back. I came around the corner and was heading for the first pass. As I came by the steps to the deck, I heard a “woosh.” I quickly disengaged the blades and looked at what happened. We had a mat at the bottom of the steps. I thought I cleared it. But the vacuum of the blades sucked the mat under the mower deck. It securely wedged itself around the right blade and the mower housing. It wasn’t coming off. I had to take the blade off to remove the mat from the mower.

If I had been just six inches further to my right, none of this would have happened. I mowed too close to the mat. Those six inches cost me almost an hour of unnecessary work.

If I ask you not to touch something, what do you do? You don’t touch it. Rather, you see how close you can get to it without touching it. Maybe you’re a 1/8 or 1/16 of an inch away. You make a mistake and touch it.

There are things in our life that seek to destroy us. We try to see how close we can get to them without getting burned. We touch it and it destroys us. How do we avoid it. There is a Scripture verse that says, “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”

There was a way of escape. I just got too close.

Governor Kam Chandan (center) during a Learn Rotary summit in Belmont attended by more than 100 Rotarians. Rotaract Club students are (from left) Co-president and Secretary Emily Helms, Co-president Maggie Stocking, Marketing Director Adrian Skipper and Project Chair Emma Pherson.

Photo by Kruck20 via iStock

Tony Marciano

Church Directory

First Baptist Church Belmont

Mt. Holly Church of God 208 Rankin Ave. 704-827-8596

Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320

New Covenant United Methodist 14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468

New Providence Baptist Church 1104 Old NC 27 Hwy. 704-827-0822

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

North Main Baptist Church 1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141

Redemption Hill Church redemptionmountholly.org

Restoration & Deliverance 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954

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

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries 124 Georgia Belle Ave 980-925-0433

Grace Wesleyan Church 6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church 151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711

Hood Memorial AME Zion Church 455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church 204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342

BELMONT

Alexander Memorial Baptist Church 208 South Main Street 704-825-3216

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

Core Church 2316 Acme Rd. 704-822-8033

CrossFix Ministries 6131 Wilkinson Blvd. 704-879-4499

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

East Belmont Free Will Baptist 909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

Ebenezer United Methodist Church 120 Belmont-Mt. Holly Road 704-827-3366

Exodus Church 6325 Wilkinson Blvd. 704-755-5034

First Baptist Church 23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758

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

First United Methodist Church of Belmont 807 South Point Road 704-825-2106

Fresh Anointing Church of God 71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283

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

Gaston Christian Church 5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

Goshen Presbyterian Church Roper Street 704-601-5146

McAdenville Wesleyan Church 300 E. Wesleyan Dr. 704-824-1073

CRAMERTON

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church 151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

Cramerton Free Will Baptist 416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church 154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

Cramerton Temple of God Church East Wilkinson Blvd. 704-824-5319

Ridgeview Baptist Church 105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

River of Life Full Gospel Church 1120 Charlotte Ave. 704-530-5174

Second Baptist Church 740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181

Shiloh AME Zion Methodist 1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826

Lutheran Church of the Holy Comforter 216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

Message of Love Church 306 Pearl Beaty Dr. 704-827-6500

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

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist 212 South Street 704-825-7269

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

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

Park Street United Methodist 120 Park Street 704-825-8480

Power of the Spirit Church 118 School Street 704-827-7071

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church 503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

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

St. Marks United Methodist Church 701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175

The Pointe 6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

Unity Baptist Church 1005 Catawba St. 704-825-8730

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

Will of God Church 513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

MT. HOLLY

Bethel Baptist Church NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

Burge Memorial Methodist Church 312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726

Catawba Heights Church of God 122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225

CBC-Memorial Apostolic 230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

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

Community Christian Fellowship 2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

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

Goshen Free Will Baptist Church 1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076

Grace Baptist Church 300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

Hickory Grove Baptist Church 3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939

Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses 1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199

Lighthouse Full Gospel Church 530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442

Living Witness Ministries 541 Costner St. 704-827-0004

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd 110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751

Macedonia Baptist Church 1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224

Morningside Missionary Church 711 Morningside Dr. 704-822-9142

St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church 108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676

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

Tuckaseege Baptist Church 511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301

Way of the Cross Baptist Church 238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993 Westview Presbyterian Church 1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

LOWELL

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

Carolina Community Baptist 604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872

Center Baptist Church S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-4121

Epic Church 100 Indian Walk 704-671-4652

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

First Baptist Church 317 W. 1st St. 704-824-1213

New Life Church 128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

Presbyterian Church of Lowell 207 E. 1st St. 704-824-3807

Restoration Church 1800 Spencer Mountain Rd. 704-824-5250

Woodlawn Baptist Church 1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

McADENVILLE

Lakeview Baptist Church 143 Church St. 704-824-5380

McAdenville Baptist Church 192 Main St. 704-824-2740

First Baptist Church 235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

Life Church 501 Cramer Mountain Rd. 704-824-4286

Riverside Baptist Church 171 S. Main St. 704-824-7785

West Cramerton United Methodist Church 207 Lowell Ave. 704-824-4213

DALLAS

Gateway Cowboy Church The Barn at Sandcastle Farm 155 Sandcastle Rd.

STANLEY

Amazing Grace Baptist Church 7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran 203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

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

First United Methodist Church 5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-263-2691

First Presbyterian Church 512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

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

New Faith Baptist Church 1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249

New Life Baptist Church 527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647

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

Trinity Full Gospel Church 303 Sunset Dr. 704-263-9765

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

Welcome Baptist Church 811 Mauney Rd.

BESSEMER CITY

Bright Light Baptist Church 112 White Jenkins Rd. 704-681-2017

Gaston Schools Good News for September 2022

The Gaston County Board of Education received the following Good News for September.

Employees from six schools in the Dallas area –North Gaston, W.C. Friday, Carr, Costner, Highland, and Woodhill – were treated to a back-to-school breakfast on August 16 at Rankin Lake Baptist Church. The breakfast served as the church’s “thank you” to teachers and other school employees for their hard work and commitment to ensuring student success. Board of Education members Dot Cherry, Lee Dedmon, Dot Guthrie, Steve Hall, and Robbie Lovelace as well as Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker attended the event. In addition to the opportunity to win one of 60 door prizes, each attendee received a treat bag.

The following students

were selected as a College Board National Recognition Program award winner: Malasia Friday-Scales, Hunter Huss High School; Isabel Suarez, East Gaston High School; Dawson Brice, North Gaston High School; Ajah Harris, North Gaston High School; Jenna Mason, North Gaston High School; Nia Ulli, South Point High School; and Kierra Wilcox, South Point High School. The students earned the recognition because of their academic achievements in school and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, and/or Advanced Placement (AP) exams.

The following high schools were recognized by Jostens as a National Yearbook Program of Excellence award winner: Forestview High School, Bronze; Highland School of Technology,

Silver; and South Point High School; Silver.

Bessemer City Primary received several boxes of school supplies from the Bessemer City Church of God.

Carr Elementary received school supply donations from Dixon Quick Coupling.

Classroom Central provided a free mobile store for teachers in Gaston County Schools on August 22. The mobile store was set up at Carr Elementary and teachers were able to stop by to pick up supplies for their classroom.

The Charlotte Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi donated 120 book bags filled with school supplies to students in need at Chapel Grove Elementary. In addition, the school received school supply donations from Crowders Creek ARP Church and Southside Baptist Church.

East Gaston High School student Zoe Gambino rep-

resented Mount Holly in the Miss North Carolina’s Outstanding Teen competition, which was held in June in High Point.

East Gaston High School seniors Gracelyn Gaddy, Ashlyn Lewis, Taylor Wright, and Emily Cerilli completed the Certified Nurse Aide I state exam. Now, as a licensed CNA, the students have a professional advantage as they work toward a career in the medical field. In addition to the four students who have completed the state exam, three more students are scheduled to take the state test. The students are enrolled in the Health Sciences Academy at East Gaston, which is presented by CaroMont Health.

The Forestview High School boys soccer team won the Gaston Cup championship. The Gaston Cup was a three-day tournament held at Ashbrook High School and Stuart W. Cramer High School.

The following Forestview High School students in the Class of 2022 earned the Advanced Placement (AP) Capstone Diploma: William Barnes, Susan Christy, Margaret Lu, and Jessica Normile. To earn the AP Capstone Diploma, students must earn scores of three or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research and on four additional AP exams.

Forestview High School freshman Matthew Heilig will travel to Argentina in October to compete in the World Roller Games Championships. He qualified for the USA Junior World Team during the U.S. Artistic Roller Skating Nationals competition in Nebraska this summer.

STORM

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Holly had 134 outages in the Dutchman Ave. sector and ten more near Hwy.27 and Payne St.

Few large trees fell during the storm but the ground in most places had plenty of small limbs, twigs, and leaves scattered about.

Cramerton got lucky and was spared any serious flooding from the South Fork River as is usually the case when typhoons come our way.

Taking the cautious course, Gaston County Schools called off classes on Friday. The Town of Stanley called off its annual Country Fest event set for Oct. 1 and will try to reschedule it for a later date.

While Ian’s force was of moderate intensity here, Florida, as everyone knows, got the worst of it. Tampa Bay area resident Dave Burnette had been visiting Belmont just before Ian struck here. He raced home just in time to secure his property a stone’s throw from the Gulf of Mexico at Dunedin Beach, and sent a dispatch to this writer on Thursday afternoon.

“We are currently battening,” Burnette said. “In 2004 Charlie looked like it was coming straight up Tampa Bay but at the last minute made a sharp right and flattened Punta Gordo and points east. Looks like an instant replay happening. Punta Gorda must mean bad luck in Spanish. Before we bought our house, we did an overlay of the FEMA hurricane zone maps and made sure we were in Zone 0. So we are three blocks from the water, but it’s 23’ A.S.L (above sea

level) .No flood insurance required, no mandatory evac orders. We got an extra tank of gas for the grill, a load of steaks, beer, and ice. We can go without power for a week or so.”

While Ian was hitting Gaston County Friday, Burnette sent an update on his situation following the storm’s departure from Dunedin.

“We have complete canopy of overmature live oaks overhead, but no big limbs fell,” he said. “Lots of small stuff. Got off easy.”

Matthew is the first figure skater to represent Team Kate’s of Lowell at the international championship event.

W.C. Friday Middle School teacher Jennifer Bumgarner received a $15,000 grant to create an outdoor classroom/learning space. In addition, she was named a 2022-2023 North Carolina Center for Advanced Teaching (NCCAT) Honored Educator Scholarship recipi-

ent.

The following Gardner Park Elementary teachers received a $500 grant from Tindol Subaru to support classroom activities: Rachael Stoller, Kennedy Devine, Briana Currence, Myla Hoey, Amy Hurley, and Carly Edge.

Gardner Park Elementary student Carmen Martell painted artwork that helped spruce up the storm drain covers along the Lineberger Park Greenway. Keep Gastonia Beautiful organized the program.

As part of exposing students to a variety of colleges and career opportunities, eleventh graders at the Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences participated in an admissions information session at Appalachian State University and got an opportunity to tour the campus.

Hawks Nest STEAM Academy fifth grade teacher Allie Kleinheinz was selected as the 2021-2022 North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCCTM) Outstanding Elementary School Mathematics Teacher of the Year for Gaston County Schools.

In an effort to show support and appreciation, the Hawks Nest STEAM Academy PTO surprised the school’s teachers by giving them a vacuum cleaner and an electric pencil sharpener.

Lingerfeldt Elementary received a generous donation of notebooks from First ARP Church of Gastonia. The notebooks were distributed to students in grades 2-5 to use for standards-based grading.

Lingerfeldt Elementary started the Wildcat Lifelong Learner program with a group of 12 families. Each month, the group meets at least three times to learn English as a Second Language. In addition to learning English, the parents have an opportunity to discuss educational topics and skills to help their children at home.

WCNC meteorologist Larry Sprinkle spoke to McAdenville Elementary students about his work as a TV weatherman and shared

information about what to do in the event of a weather emergency.

In an effort to bring attention to Mental Health Awareness, schools conducted a variety of walking activities for students and staff during the 2021-2022 year. Collectively, participants walked a total of 12,880 miles. New Hope Elementary School led the way with 4,126 miles.

Park Street United Methodist Church donated school supplies to students and teachers at Page Primary.

Sherwood Elementary received a donation of school supplies from Myers Memorial United Methodist Church.

Members of the South Point High School football team and cheerleading squad took time to greet students as they arrived at Belmont Central Elementary one morning.

South Point High School senior Preston Howell was one of 12 athletes to represent Team USA at the 2022 International Wheelchair Basketball Federation Men’s Under 23 World Championship.

South Point High School hosted a practice and performance session for the North Carolina A&T State University marching band on September 3. The band played in front of more than 100 spectators. South Point graduate Garvin Collins is a drum major for the band.

South Point High School started a peer tutoring club to give students a chance to be leaders outside the classroom and support students who need a little extra help with their schoolwork.

As part of an Eagle Scout project, Tucker Ballard, a former Stanley Middle School student and current student at East Gaston High School, built an outdoor classroom and seating area at Stanley Middle School.

Webb Street School received school supplies from the Christian Fellowship Assembly.

York Chester Middle School received school supply donations from First United Methodist Church in Gastonia and Loray Mills.

The Abbey Players kicks off Season 139!

Now in the 139th season of continuous theatre on the campus of Belmont Abbey College, The Abbey Players are gearing up for a fantastic selection of shows, kicking off with the courtroom drama, Twelve Angry Jurors, running October 6-8 & 13-15 at 8pm, and October 16 at 2:30pm. Adapted from the 1950s television movie Twelve Angry Men by Reginald Rose, the stage version by Sherman L. Sergel expands to include both men and women, with the same captivating story.

Twelve Angry Jurors contemplates the huge responsibility of twelve ordinary people as they consider the guilt or innocence of a young man accused of murder. The twelve jurors bring their own histories, prejudices, and biases to the jury room as they work through this life-ordeath decision. It looks like an open-and-shut case until one of the jurors begins opening the others’ eyes to facts not previously considered. Discussions become heated as each juror reveals their true

character. In this classic story set in 1958, we see ourselves in this relevant play today. The mainstage season also includes Macbeth (Nov. 1020), Christmas at The Abbey (December 3), The Book of Will (Feb. 16-26), and Guys and Dolls (April 20-30). More info, season passes, and single tickets at www.abbeyplayers. org. Tickets also available at the door. Single tickets just $10, Season Passes start at $35. Contact: AbbeyPlayers@ bac.edu or 704.461.6787.

A storm-tossed lawn chair and a windmill’s rapidly spinning blades facing northwest in North Belmont typified Hurricane Ian’s impact on our area.

Red Raiders, Warriors, and Storm dodge hurricane to win

By John Wilson John.bannernews@gmail.com

Last week, Hurricane Ian prompted Gaston County Schools to move all varsity football games up to Thursday night.

The change in schedule didn’t seem to hamper South Point, Cramer, or East Gaston as all three teams won.

Stuart Cramer 22 Hunter Huss 21

This was a real nail biter as the Storm rallied in the fourth quarter to pull out a big 22-21 conference win over Huss.

In the first half things didn’t look good for the Storm. Cramer was down by 11 and the Huskies were in control. Huss led at the half 21-10.

In the second half the Storm got it together and started to rally. The team showed real maturity as they fought to get back in the game.

“I think we kind of grew up in the second half the other night,” head coach Ben McMillan said. “The defense held them scoreless in the second half. We made some big stops and forced some turnovers.”

Despite the second half turn around Cramer was still down 21-16 late in the fourth.

With the clock ticking the Storm needed a big play. They got one when the de-

fense stood tall and shut the Huss offense down on a critical fourth and goal on the Storm two-yard line.

After that stop, the Cramer offense took over, drove down the field and scored off a Justin Rocquemore run with about three minutes left.

The Cramer PAT failed but the Storm had a 22-21 lead.

That big defensive stand and subsequent scoring drive was huge.

“The biggest stop was when we stopped them on the two-yard line,” McMillan said. “Then we drove 98 yards for the go-ahead score.”

In the final minutes of play the Storm defense held their ground and prevented the Huskies from mounting any late game heroics.

Offensively Justin Rocquemore threw for a score and ran for another to lead the Storm offense. In all Rocquemore had 161 yards through the air and 52 yards on the ground.

Running back Mark O’Dell had a productive game running for 45 yards and a score while also catching three passes for 23 yards.

Isaiah Johnson led all Cramer receivers hauling in four catches for 71 yards and a touchdown.

On defense Cramer generated three critical turnovers and had three players with double-digit tackle stats.

Letrasky Pressley was the Storm’s top tackler with 17 stops. Following Pressley was freshman Chris Wurster and senior Daimean Fernandez.

Wurster finished the night with 13 tackles while Fernandez had 12.

With the win Cramer is now 3-3 overall and 1-2 in conference action.

South Point 35

Crest 13

In a matchup that was viewed by many to be the game of the week the South Point Red Raiders made a powerful statement in the Big South by beating the Crest Chargers 35-13.

Fullback Cam Medlock scored the only points of the first quarter when he ripped of a 41 yards TD. After the Medlock score, a Charlie Birtwistle PAT kick put the Red Raiders up 7-0.

Crest tried to claw their way back into the game, but South Point nixed those plans.

Charger offense at bay for the rest of the half and scored an additional 14 points. Big Red touchdowns came off a four-yard Cam Medlock run and a 43-yard Patrick Blee to Aaron Chaney TD strike.

lead into the locker room at halftime.

See FOOTBALL, Page 11

The South Point High Red Raiders varsity football team hosted the Crest Chargers last Thursday at Lineberger Stadium. When the fracas was finished, the Red Raiders had ridden the Chargers hard with a 35-13 win. A “shout out” to intrepid photo contributor Calvin Craig who was inadvertently mowed down when the play action spilled onto the sidelines but he still managed to shoot these snaps before his knee injury.

Photos by Calvin Craig/Superraiders

FOOTBALL

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The second half opened up with a bit of trickery as the Chargers recovered an onside kick that they soon turned into a touchdown.

That score put Crest back in the game as the Chargers narrowed the South Point lead to 21-13.

However, the Chargers comeback proved to be short lived as the Red Raider defense rose up and kept Crest out of the end zone for the rest of the game.

While the Chargers may have been stopped from scoring any more points the Red Raider offense wasn’t done just yet. Patrick Blee scored rushing touchdowns in the third and fourth quarters.

enough to increase the Red Raider lead and secure a 35-13 victory.

You could say that the Red Raiders won this game in the trenches. South Point finished the game with 382 yards of total offense with 339 of those yards on the ground.

Quarterback Patrick Blee led in offensive stats running for 158 yards and two scores. Blee also had one touchdown pass.

Fullback Cam Medlock ran hard ending the evening with 154 yards and a pair of TDs.

Defensively the Red Raiders are playing solid ball this year. In six games South Point has limited opposing offenses to 14 points or less.

That trend continued as Big Red harried Crest’s quarterback and effectively grounded

relentless quarterback pressure. South Point had 20 QB pressures and four sacks. Contributing to that effort was Josh Crowder, Aiden Ramirez, Hunter Jackson, and Jack Milford.

Leading in the tackling department in this game were Chaynce Ford and Jaquis Rumph. Ford finished the game with 12 tackles while Rumph had 10.

East Gaston 28

Thomas Jefferson 16

With a nice win over the Gryphons the Warriors move to 4-2 overall and 2-0 in Southern Piedmont league play.

The EG victory was in no small part due to a potent offensive display. The Warriors ended the night with 402 yards of total offense.

The bulk of that production came from an effective ground attack led by Nehemiah Stovall. Stovall had 202 yards off of 14 carries with a touchdown. Stovall was also EG’s top receiver with five catches for 52 yards.

Junior quarterback Trenton Sherrill kept the Warrior aerial attack in play with his accuracy. Sherrill went 10 for 14 with 87 yards and one pick.

Other players who added to the East Gaston offensive effort were Chase Johnson and Ben Summey.

Summey had 51 rushing yards and a score while Johnson finished up running for 46 yards and a score of his own.

While the East Gaston offense did a fantastic job, the Warrior defense deserves kudos as well. Throughout the game the EG defense played heads up opportunistic football.

The Warriors generated four turnovers including a five-yard scoop and score by Austin Price.

EG’s top tackler was Kirin Moebes who finished the game with 12 tackles.

This week, South Point, Cramer and EG will all suit up for games with

conference implications.

East Gaston will travel to Bessemer City in Southern Piedmont action while Cramer heads to Ashbrook in Big South play.

And for the second time in two weeks South Point will be in a prime-time show-

down. This time the 6-0 Red Raiders will travel to Kings Mountain to battle the 6-0 Mountaineers in a battle of undefeated teams. The winner of this game will walk away with sole possession of first place in the Big South 3A.

Stuart Cramer Homecoming Court: Mika Chaney, Delani Wilson, Abigayle Wrenn, Madeline Hope, Abby Michael, Scarlett Newton (Homecoming Queen), Ava Cooper, Colleen Grealis, Payton Conroy, Marley Accashian, Mang Cin.

The Stuart Cramer High Storm varsity football team played Crest on Sept. 23. It was Homecoming for Stuart Cramer and everyone was stoked. Photos by Bill Bostick/Tarheel Sports Photography

The Stuart Cramer High Storm varsity football team met up with the Hunter Huss High Huskies on September 29. The Storm rained down on the Huskies 22-21 just before the real rain started later that night thanks to Hurricane Ian. Above is Hunter Huss player #3 Javarion Brown, Storm players #4 John Hill, #7 Letrasky Pressley, and #11 Frank Thomas, Hunter Huss player #13 Talik Chambers, and Storm player #32 Levonte McCorbin in action.

Photos by Lydia Julen

#55 Brison Bazemore tackles Hunter Huss player #12 Gene Neely.

Levonte McCorbin tackles Hunter Huss player

#1 Justin Rocquemore hands off to #6 Mark O’Dell.

Abbey Athletics upgrading facilities

This summer, one of the primary goals within the Belmont Abbey College Department of Athletics was to improve the current facilities as part of the ever-changing athletic footprint on campus.

The Facilities Team successfully finished 14 of the 23 planned projects, with an additional nine currently under-

way and nearing completion.

Throughout the outdoor facilities, extensive maintenance occurred on Alumni Field and the two practice fields, with the game field receiving a new set of competition goals for the soccer programs. In addition, an extended contract with Turf Tank was secured. By utilizing GPS Navigation system,

MASTER GARDENER program set

The MASTER GARDENER Group of Gaston County invites the public to the CRC in Dallas for a program on “Bulbs in the Landscape” presented by Brent Heath.

Since 1900, Brent Heath’s family has been growing beautiful bulbs in Gloucester, Virginia. This journey started when Brent’s grandfather, a devoted lover of the Daffodil, moved to the area to start his farm. Since then, they have evolved to offer high-quality bulbs of all kinds. The farm team, led by Brent and Becky Heath, works the 28-acre farm, which has over 8 acres devoted to education. Please

join us to hear Brent Heath’s presentation on “Bulbs in the Landscape.” You may want to take a look at their website, www.brentandbeckysbulbs. com, which is very easy to navigate. Please join us for this in-person presentation by a nationally-recognized expert in the field of bulbs.

When: Thursday, October 20, 2022, 10:00 – 11:00 am

Where: Citizens Resource Center, 1303 Dallas Cherryville Highway, Dallas, NC 28034

There is no admission charge and reservations are not required. For info Barbara Linster at balinser@yahoo. com or 704-674-0860.

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 6th day of June as Executor of the Estate of Thomas J. Cauthen; aka, Thomas J. Cauthen, Jr., deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned Tommy E. Cauthen, Executor, on or before the 5th day of January, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 5th day of October, 2022.

Tommy E. Cauthen, Executor

Estate of Thomas J. Cauthen; aka, Thomas J. Cauthen, Jr. 1730 Rhyne Road Dallas, NC 28034

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 6th day of August, 2022 as Administrator-CTA of the Estate of KARLEEN G. PRICE; AKA, KARLEEN GASKINS PRICE, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Brenton S. Begley, Administrator-CTA, on or before the 14th of December, 2022 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 14th day of September, 2022. Brenton S. Begley, Administrator-CTA Estate of: Karleen G. Price; aka, Karleen Gaskins Price 233 E. Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150

this enhancement will significantly expedite the process of lining all fields in an efficient manner.

Moving inside to the Wheeler Center, improvements included refinishing the court, alongside installing a state- of-the-art digital scorer’s table and sound system. The old sound system was successfully re-purposed for daily usage inside the Sports Performance Center. Within the Athletic Training Room, a fresh and vibrant look covers every square foot and on Father John’s Ledge, two additional closets were built for team storage.

In the brand new Woodlawn Facility, two more projects were checked off the list. The Golf program constructed a chipping and putting green, while the Cycling Team moved to a new location on campus and received

interior improvements for their practice space.

This summer’s success was generated through the leadership efforts of Justin Bates, Associate Athletic Director of Internal Operations, and Dean Frankenberg, Assistant Director of Facilities, combined with the collaboration of campus maintenance and grounds, the Abbey Athletic Training Staff, and the coaching staffs of Men’s and Women’s Golf and Soccer.

In total, the overall investment adds up to over $400,000, indicating the commitment to the Crusader student- athletes and collective objective to strive for success.

To stay in the know on the growth and for day-to-day updates, be sure to follow @AbbeyFacility on Twitter and visit the Abbey Athletics website.

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF FRANCES ABERNATHY WOMACK

Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Frances Abernathy Womack; aka, Mary Frances Abernathy Womack, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned at 106 North Cherry Street, Cherryville, North Carolina, on or before the 5th day of January, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the under-signed.

This the 5th day of October, 2022.

Lisa Womack Greenway

Executrix

Counsel for the Estate:

PALMER E. HUFFSTETLER, JR. ATTORNEY AT LAW

106 North Cherry Street

Cherryville, NC 28021

Telephone: 704-435-4907

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Belmont Middle School Wildcats take on the W.C. Friday Cavaliers

The Belmont Middle School Wildcats football team met up with the W.C. Friday Middle Cavaliers last week on the gridiron. Why they call it gridiron? Anyway, the Wildcats went wild on the Cavs and clobbered them 33-0. Here are some nice photos from the frenzy. Photos by Calvin Craig

SCAN FOR TRUMP 2024 Scan for TRUMP 2024 TheUncleBobby@mail.com

HOTDOG BENEFIT FOR CRYSTAL HENSON at Boiling Springs Masonic Lodge October 8th from 12-6 pm. Plate includes 2 hotdogs, chips and drink, deserts. Price is $6.00, all proceeds go to family for donations. Contact Jennifer Moore 828-744-1095 also doing Raffle.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEER HUNTERS! IF YOU LOSE your deer after shooting, call me! Girley Girl, my red bone hound should find your deer. 828-447-3069.

TOY SHOW & COLLECTIBLES. Saturday, November 5th, Old Mooresboro School Gym, 308 Main Street, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 9:00AM3:00PM. Admission $5, under 10 free; $30 setup fee, limit 3 tables, bring your own table, setup time 7:00AM-9:00AM. Call 828-351-8822 or 704-6927702.

CREST CLASS OF 1970 REUNION. The Crest High class of 1970 is holding a 50th class reunion on Saturday Oct. 22, 2022 at the Legrand Center in Shelby from 6pm to 10pm. Price per person will be determined by the number of commentments. Respond to either crestclassof1970@gmail.com or text/call Allen Gold at 704418-1403.

EMPLOYMENT

EXPERIENCED GARMENT AND TEXTILE SEWING. Experienced sewing positions. FT 1st-Shift. M-F 8:30-5. Parttime also available Competitive pay. Great Environment. English and Spanish-speaking staff. Located in Lincolnton (310) 874-8516 contact@ hodgesinternational.net

MOTOR WINDER Experienced AC motor winder needed. Competitive pay, benefits, and relaxed atmosphere (704) 947-1811 bcase@citycompressor.com

GENERAL MAINTANENCE/ GROUNDSKEEPER. Must have valid drivers license. Call 704-473-4299. (704) 473-4299

ONE ON ONE CARE IS HIRING for full/part time in the group homes for 2nd shift. Transport experience recommended not required. Hrs are 2p-11p weekdays and 8p-8a weekends. Apply in person at 203 Lee St. Shelby

THE SCREEN SHOP. For Windows and Doors. Can make, repair, and recover any screen for your windows and doors. For three generations, The Screen Shop has been serving Cleveland and surrounding counties. (828) 381-1422

SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587

FOR SALE

PORTABLE GENERATOR

Champion generator run for only 1 hour. Model 100340 bought new. 6875

Starting Watts/5500 Running Watts. Recoil start. $450 Call (704) 259-3694 mjimison@carolina.rr.com

ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Zero down. Call for more details. 828-382-0455.

MEN’S SHORTS AND PANTS.

Nike tops and shirts. Large to 3x. Priced from $4 to $15. Call 704-974-4247

COMPLETE KING SIZE BEDROOM SUITE. Excellent condition, $1200 obo. Twin bedroom suite complete, $500. Antique oak pie safe, early 1900’s, $900 exc. cond. (704) 482-7949

4 GRAVES CLEVELAND MEMORIAL PARK Best Offer!

Four graves- Lot 71 in Section 7 at Cleveland Memorial Park. Prime location next to sidewalk and close to fountain. Call for details (252) 432-4105

FOR SALE

MORGAN’S FIREWOOD. Small hardwood mix for small wood stoves. Cut, split, delivered $85/load. 828-395-0758.

CEMETERY LOT AVAILABLE. VETERANS CIRCLE, GASTON MEMORIAL PARK. Reduced price. Call or text (919) 2725503

VISIT THE LOCAL ONLINE MALL. Be sure to see Today’s Specials daily TheUncleBobby@mail.com

COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. Call 704-600-6996 (980) 295-5568

REUNIONS

SHS CLASS OF 1970 REUNION The Shelby High School Class of ‘70 Reunion will be held the evening of Saturday, October 15. For details, contact Judie Young Davidson at Gator222@icloud. com (352) 339-1801 gator222@ icloud.com

FABRIC CUTTING SUPERVISOR - LINCOLNTON. The Cutter Supervisor position will program, set up, operate and maintain automated (Tukatech) equipment and hand cutter to cut fabric to product specifications. Meet production, quality, and safety requirements. Keep records, and maintain equipment and supplies. Perform cutting operations to assure compliance with approved methods and quality standards., cuts fabric and material handling and bundling operations. Manages cutting staff. 1st Shift - M-F 8:30 - 5. Located in Lincolnton (714) 916-9513 contact@hodgesinternational.net

BUSINESS SERVICES

EB MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, lawnmower or tractor. Honest & reliable. (704) 300-2332

RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR BOB Thanks his customers for many years of business. (828) 476-6058 (828) 476-6058

COPPERHEAD ROAD LAWN AND FIELD. Give us a call for prompt friendly service. Offering lawn care and field services (bushhogging, box blade and loader work) at reasonable prices. (704) 692-0662

AUCTIONS

PATTERSON SPRINGS STORAGE AUCTION PUBLIC SALE. 1:30PM Oct 24th Patterson Springs Storage, 1826 Creek Ridge Rd., Shelby NC. Contents of Units: #40 Ledford, #7 Jones for Non-Payment of Storage Rent. (704) 473-7358 andrew.sain@gmail.com

YARD SALES

DEER CORN, 50 POUND BAG. $11. Callahan Farms. Cletus: 704-300-5341; Steve: 704-472-8865; Todd: 704-6921627

PECK DECK FOR SALE.

Bench with leg attachment and many weights. $375. 803-3227632.

CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN

TABLE W/6 CHAIRS. SOLID WOOD, ALWAYS KEPT COVERED. LIKE NEW! PRICE $950 (704) 477-3031 LSMITH3031@ GMAIL.COM

DIECAST FOR SALE. CARS, TRUCKS, PLANES, BANKS, HOT AIR BALLOONS, TROLLIES, TRACTORS, ETC. Call Tom, Shelby, NC. (704) 4736384

RIDING MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, TRACTORS, EQUIPMENT, GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704-476-9383.

RENT TO OWN TRAILERS. ENCLOSED, DUMP, GOOSENECK, CAR HAULERS. Thursdays - Fridays 10-5, Sat. 10-12. J Johnson Sales, inc. (828) 245-5895

NEW USED REPO BUILDINGS Thursday - Friday 10-5 Sat. 10-12 J Johnson Sales 2690 US Hwy 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

METAL ROOFING IN STOCK! Thursday - Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-12. J Johnson Sales (828) 245-5895

ALL TRAILERS CASH, FINANCE, CREDIT CARDS or RENT TO OWN. J Johnson Sales Forest City, NC. Thursday - Friday 10-5, Saturday 1012. Ph. (828) 245-5895

SPECIALS THIS WEEK Visit NC4Ever.com or email for a link to see the current specials TheUncleBobby@mail. com

EMPLOYMENT

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

TRIPLE D PAINTING, LLC.

All your painting needs. Free estimates. Over 25 yrs experience! Facial board replacement available!!! Making your home, building or business look new again. (704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com

CLEVELAND COUNTY

2 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., Oct. 8th, 2022 from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Lots of items to choose from! 909 Sharon Dr. (Country Club area), Kings Mountain, NC 28086

EXTRY HEAVY DUTY TRAIL FX BULL GUARD. For pickup truck. $350 obo. (704) 4725973

USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. 828-980-0788.

STEEL CARPORTS & GARAGES. 12 wide, 18, 20, 22, 24 & 30 wides on display. Large onsite display. J Johnson Sales Forest City 2690 Hwy 221 South. Thursday - Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-12. Ph.(828) 2455895

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

SHS CLASS OF 1977 REUNION. Shelby High Class of ‘77 will hold there 45th reunion on Saturday, Oct. 22nd at Izzi Q Barbecue located at 127 W. Marion St., in Uptown Shelby. $25 per person and that’s all inclusive; venue, food and music. Desserts by Betsy Lutz McPherson. Checks can be mailed to Donna Blanton Rash at 1045 Allison Dr., Shelby NC 28150

DON’T MISS Masquerade Ball Old Dunbar School. Must Be 21. 421 Hardin Road, Forest City. BYOB, Food will be Served! Music By DJ Rocket, Door Prizes For Best Dressed. 2 Different Drawings, The Thriller Dance. Fun Fun.

WE ARE SEEKING A MAINTENANCE TECH FOR OUR BEAUTIFUL COMMUNITY. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS TECHNICAL SKILLS, ABILITY TO TURN UNITS ON SCHEDULE, PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE, RESPOND TO WORK ORDERS AS WELL AS MAINTAIN GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE. MAINTENANCE EXPERIENCE IN RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT COMMUNITY OR SIMILAR A PLUS. FULL TIME POSITION, BENEFITS. COME JOIN AN EXCELLENT WORK ENVIROMENT!!!

PLEASE REMIT RESUME TO Clevelandridge1@gmail. com or call for an appointment 704/739/6591 or (704) 7344000 clevelandridge1@gmail. com

HELP WANTED JN Greene Electrical Contracting is seeking full time electrician and laborers. Experience is preferred but not required. Electrician starting pay $15.00 – $30.00 based on experience Laborers starting pay $10.50 - $15.00 based on experience. Please contact Joe Greene for more information. (704) 4736862 jojoe5656@outlook.com

HANDYMAN. All rental and residential services. No job too small. Call Ray at 704-813-7623

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. 704477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

RV AND BOAT STORAGE.

Your Toy Box LLC RV and Boat Storage. 24/7 access, on line lease and payments. Gated, fenced with security cameras. Wide roads with angled parking spaces for easy parking. Yourtoyboxllc.com. 136 Elm Rd., Grover, NC. (704) 470-5816 yourtoyboxllc@yahoo.com

JAMES BALLARD PAINTING SERVICES. Exterior painting only. We also stain decks. Free estimates. You will be pleased with our work. We have references. 828-287-9272. (828) 429-7511

YARD BUDDY. Outdoor work such as trimming bushes, small trees, spraying weeds, gutter cleaning. General property clean-up. No grass cutting or leaves. Serving Shelby & Cleveland County. (980) 2950750

SAT. MORNING OCT 8TH. Sat., Oct. 8th, 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM at 434 Leander Street, Shelby, NC 28152

ROLLINGWOOD COMMUNITYWIDE YARD SALE. Sat, Oct 8th, 7am until. HWY 150 between Spake’s Strawberries & Dover YMCA. So many families... So many treasures.

ANTIQUES

JOHN DEERE COLLECTION. Must see to appreciate. (704) 564-1382

FOR SALE

NEW AND USED DOG CRATES. Small to 30 inches. $5.00 to $30.00. Call 828-7487527.

2 CEMETERY LOTS FOR SALE with 2 concrete vaults. Cleveland Memorial Park, Boiling Springs, NC. Lots are side by side. Located near mausoleum. Call 704-284-0227 to make offer.

FOUR CEMETERY PLOTS.

Located at Cleveland Memorial Park in Shelby, NC. All four plots are next to sidewalk at the Bell Tower “Great Location”. $1250 each or all four $4500. call (704) 466-8295

FIREWOOD FOR SALE Good hardwood. 8 ft. bed pickup load. Deliverable. $75. 704284-1694.

2005 HONDA RUCKUS MOPED. Broken. Needs Work. $150. 704-419-5054. Leave Message.

MISCELLANEOUS HUNTING EQUIPMENT. Bowtech compound bow $300. Free fly fishing lessons. 828-748-2027.

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

STORAGE BUILDINGS NEW, USED, REPO’S. LARGE SELECTION! CASH or RENT TO OWN. NO CREDIT CHECK! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 221 South, Forest City Thursday - Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-12 (828) 245-5895

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

WANT TO BUY

JAZZY SELECT 6 $475. Mobility chair, delivered, warranty & charger. 245 lb wt capacity.

Call Scooterman John. New and used chairs from $350.00 to $1600.00. Wt limits of 145 lbs to 450 lbs (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

JOHN DEERE zero turn, 42 in. cut, 400 hrs. Looks, runs, cuts good. $1800 or OBO. 704487-0500 or 704-678-3954.

LIKE NEW, MEN’S HUFFY BICYCLE. Great Condition Must See! $50.00. Great Trail Rider. Call 828-782-7221

WANT TO BUY STAIR LIFT in good condition. Call 828-4293712.

WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.

WE did it!

Rev. Trent Rankin

Salvation Church, Gastonia, NC salvationchurchnc.org

This week the church I pastor celebrated our sixth anniversary. As we celebrated, I was reminded of just how much has been accomplished in a short six years. Truth is, it has been a total team effort. People led by God, with a vision to share Jesus. In families, church, or in any aspect of life really, we can accomplish so much helping each other.

In Exodus 17:8-16, the people of Israel were making their way to the Promised Land, when they were confronted by a new enemy, the Amalekites. Israel had no army, so Moses their leader, had Joshua

assemble and army and prepare to fight. The next day, Moses stood on a hill to watch the battle. He held the staff God had given him in the air. As long as he held his arms up, Israel prevailed. When he dropped them, Amalek prevailed. Moses became tired and couldn’t hold his arms up any longer. His brother Aaron got on one side of him, and a man named Hur got on the other. They each held up his arms during the entire battle. Israel won the victory!

The battle would have lasted several hours. Moses could’ve

never held his arms up for that long. For Israel to be victorious, Moses needed Aaron and Hur. God used their faithfulness and commitment to defeat their enemy. Each of us have different strengths, skills, and weaknesses. Alone, we can only accomplish so much, just as Moses proved. However, when we each contribute those strengths and skills, we can overcome our weaknesses. The apostle Paul often used the comparison of people, especially the church, to a body. Many members making up the whole. Paul said in 1 Corinthians 12:27, “Now you are the body

of Christ and individually members of it” (ESV). We are the body, with Jesus Christ as the head.

We know our body cannot function to its best ability if it is missing a part. The loss of a limb or organ can affect our lives in a massive way. Moses and the people of Israel were a body. God led them to a great victory. It could not have happened if Moses, Aaron, Hur, or Joshua had been missing. It also took every single one of us to accomplish what we have at church, with God leading the way. In your life, your church and family, it will take others as well. We can do so much when we join together, unified, and allow God to lead.

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PETS & LIVESTOCK

WANT TO BUY

WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, PopUp Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935.

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

DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-289-3081 or Jimmy 828289-1175.

BOATS

FREE 2 FEMALE MIXED

DOGS. Needs a good home. 2 yrs. old. Housebroken. German Shepherd/Bullmastiff. Call 828429-7094 for more info.

4 YEAR OLD MALE CAT NEUTERED/SHOTS. Owner passed away, kept cat outside. Blue eyes, white/orange markings. Needs to be rehomed. Prefer in country / barn / colony. Used to other cats. Will not stay inside. Friendly, almost feral. Free to good home. 980-4040606

PETS & LIVESTOCK

CKC MALE YORKIE POO

PUPPY. Wormed & groomed, shots & vet checked. 12 wks old. $850. Female adult Poodle, $350. Manx kittens full blooded, parents on site, 2 males. No tails. $300. Inside raised. (828) 391-0919

VACATIONS

OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-718-2659.

SCENIC RIDGE COUNTRY CAMGROUND. Cherryville, NC. Cabins. RV Spots, Daily Weekly, Monthly, Seasonal Sites. (704) 435-0938

BEACH HOUSES AT OCEAN LAKE. 2BR, 2BA, sleeps 6, golf cart, Wifi, Weeks and weekends available. Halloween weekend open. 704-473-1494

WANT TO RENT

ONE BED/BATH NEEDED

PLEASE. Bed/bath needed for independent elderly male. Smoker but no alcohol/drugs. Please call 704-600-5596. Thank you!

FOR RENT

CHEROKEE COUNTY, SC

BEAUTY SHOP, CHESNEE AREA. Call for information. Also tanning bed for sale, good bulbs. $400. 864-461-7868.

CLEVELAND COUNTY

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

2003 - 1700 LUND BOAT. 140 H.P. Four Stroke Johnson. Onboard charger. 55 thrust 12 volt Minn Kota trolling motor. Lawrence fish finder. Many more extras. $14,000. Call (704) 4779631

PETS & LIVESTOCK

LONGHAIRED MINIATURE DACHSUND PUPPIES. Beautiful, purebred, shots, vet check, utd worming, ready for new homes. Rehoming $650.00 cash. Call or text for more information (252) 883-3137

DOG KENNELS & DOG HOUSES. Dog kennels 10x10x6, 10x20x6, Dog Houses 8x12, 10x16 Delivered & Installed Available. J Johnson Sales Thursday & Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-2. Ph. (828) 245-5895

CAT, 4 YR OLD M/N. OWNER PASSED AWAY, KEPT CAT OUTSIDE. BLUE EYES, WHITE & ORANGE MARKINGS. NEEDS A NEW HOME. PREFER IN COUNTRY/BARN. WILL NOT STAY INSIDE. FRIENDLY BUT ALMOST FERRAL NOW. FREE TO GOOD HOME. (980) 404-0606 bjanepla@gmail.com

BOER BOEL REGISTERED MASTIFF PUPPIES. Seven males/females, 9 weeks. Up-to-date shots/deworming. $800. Ready for forever home. Call/text 704-6005388, can arrange facetime.

FAINTING GOATS FOR SALE. Wethers and nannies. Please call 828-248-8060.

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES FOR SALE. Call 704747-7441.

AKC REGISTERED LABRADOR RETRIEVER PUPPIES. AKC Registered Lababor puppies Born 9/17/22 will be ready Nov 5th First Shots and Wormed Both Parents on site mostly Yellow and black Now taking Deposits. Call or Text 828-429-0210.

CARS & TRUCKS

REAL ESTATE

CLEVELAND COUNTY

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, (704) 482-7723

4 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATHROOM HOME. Rent $1050, Deposit $1050, Application Fee $25. 807 Holly Oak Road, Shelby, NC. 704-214.4180.

MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. P. Call (704) 739-4417

HOME FOR RENT IN SHELBY. NC. 2 bedroom 1 bath renting at $945.00 per month. Call Today (704-544-1111). (704) 554-8861 frontdesk@kluttspropertymanagement.com

FOR LEASE- OFFICE SPACE. Over 800 s.f. breakroom included. Brand new HVAC, brand new flooring, and ground level entry. $1125 per month including water. 112 E. Dixon Blvd., Suite 2, Shelby, NC 28152. Call (704) 923-1698

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $200 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. (704) 473-4299

2&3 BEDROOM TOWN

HOMES. Townhomes located in Shelby, NC. We are currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Please visit us today at Laurel Hill Apartments 1526 Eaves Rd., Shelby NC or call for more information 704-487-1114. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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

GASTON COUNTY

MILL-SEC K9 OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Starting at $35.00. Rutherford County area. Board and train options available. (828) 755-7335

CKC REG YORKIES 4 boys and 2 girls available. Shots and wormings. Parents are both under 5lbs. $1200. Were located in Charlotte NC. (704) 7809826 tcaithlynn@yahoo.com

LABRADOODLE PUPPIES

DOB 7/10/22. No shedding, hypoallergenic, great with kids and other pets. Text for pictures, 864-492-6877.

FREE KITTENS. to a good home. Call 828-201-3861 after 4 pm.

GOLDEN DOODLE PUPPIES. Dewormed, have first shots, ready October 1. $500each. Henry Miller; 1608 Walls Church Road, Ellenboro, NC 28040.

CHOCOLATE LAB PUPPIES FOR SALE. 5 Males & 3 Females. 3 weeks old. Ready Oct. 14th. AKC Registered, Dewormed, Checked by Vet and 1st Round of Shots. Males $1000; Females $1200. Call or Text (704) 577-2699

3 LABRADOODLE AND 2 POMERANIAN Delivery in 2 state area. 3 Labradoodle two red and one white. Parents AKC. 9 Weeks $500 each. Two Pomeranian CKC registered $800.

All are UTD on vaccines and worming. All come with ten days special puppy chow, custom harness/leash, and Vaccine health record. (864) 4925138 dvcaldwell38@gmail.com

2001 DODGE RAM 2500. One owner, SLT, Quad cab, automatic, 2 w/d, 160K miles, Tow package, 5.9 Cummings diesel. Good tires.$18500, 828-4470774.

2003 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 203,000 miles, Don’t Wait!, $2500 obo. (704) 6921450

CAMPERS

SCENIC RIDGE COUNTRY CAMPGROUND. Cherryville, NC. Cabins. RV Spots, Daily Weekly, Monthly, Seasonal Sites. (704) 435-0938

VACATIONS

THE ARK & CREATION MUSEUM KENTUCKY. Exciting bus trip, 4 days-3 nights & more!

The price is $525 per person, double occupancy. May 15-18, 2022. Call Burel or Pam Harris for more details. 704-477-1075 or (704) 477-6863

1.97 ACRES, 3000 SQFT BUILDING. 1144 East Stagecoach Trail, Lawndale, NC. INVESTORS: Great Investment. More than 100% one day return. 2020 assessed value $220,325. Purchase price $114,000 firm. Call Tom Bittner 828-453-0828. Lawndale, NC 28090

POLK COUNTY

AVAILABLE 2 ACRE TRACT. Hidden pasture, wooded house-site, rough-in driveway, NC highway 9 south, road frontage, minutes from stores in Tryon, Columbus, Landrum, SC. Light zoning, low property taxes, county water available. Year-round creek on back property line, 3 phase electric available. Reduced to $47,900. For further information call John between 10am-8pm. 828-8630596 or Peter 828-606-6712.

MOBILE HOMES

MOBILE HOME FOR RENT. Taylor Road, Rutherfordton. 2BR, 1BA, stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer. $400 deposit. $400 rent. NO PETS! 828-2872511

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, (704) 487-6354

EXTREMELY NICE, 2 BEDROOM HOME in Kings Mountain. Nice yard. Great neighborhood. Stove, refrigerator, new H&A. No pets. $1500 month. (704) 473-5240

2 BEDROOM 2 BATH SINGLEWIDE. $1000 rent, $1000 Deposit, $25 Application Fee. 218 Webb Road, Shelby, NC. 704-214-4180

3BR, 2BA MOBILE HOME on 2 acres, private lot. Background & credit check required. Call for details. 704-300-5293.

GASTONIA-RENT LOCAL OFFICE SPACE. Great location behind the library, 4 offices, break room, front end reception area, and waiting room. $1250 a month plus utilities. Call Zeus Realty at (980) 989-7316

HOUSE FOR RENT IN CHERRYVILLE. 2 BR, 1 BA, Central Heat & AC. Includes stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer, storage building. $700 Mo. $700 deposit. (704) 435-8750

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $550 per month. 828-382-0475.

Rev. Trent Rankin

Hawks Nest Steam Academy fifth grade teacher Allie Kleinheinz was selected as the 2021-2022 North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCCTM) Outstanding Elementary School Mathematics Teacher of the Year for Gaston County Schools. Gaston Schools photo

The North Gaston High Wildcats varsity football team hosted the Ashbrook High Green Wave

Gaston County EMS delivered a recently retired ambulance to Stuart W. Cramer High School. Students in EMT courses as part of the Public Safety Career Pathway will use the ambulance to conduct driver training and participate in scenarios in a simulated environment. GEMS is proud of the partnership it shares with Gaston County Schools and assisting in shaping the future of EMTs entering the profession.

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