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named Freedom neighborhood in Mt. Holly. He operated a livery stable on Main St. and ran a general store for the local African-American populace making him one of the first black business owners in the area. He also helped recently freed slaves find jobs and housing. Hunter was a strong believer in education. He learned to read, write, and do math. He also learned carpentry and blacksmithing. He served on the Public School Committee of District No. 12, which at the time was called the “colored” school district, and deeded land to what became Rollins School in 1887.
Hunter also had strong faith. He was the founder of two Mount Holly churches still in existence today: Rock Grove Methodist Church, which became Burge Memorial United Methodist Church, and Mt. Sinai Baptist Church.
Hunter sold land to Abel Peterson Rhyne and Daniel Efird Rhyne to build the area’s first cotton mill in 1875. The Mount Holly
Hunter’s is the first name on the Mt. Holly Historic Person of the Year plaque in the Mt. Holly Historical Society Society museum.
Manufacturing Mill was constructed on the land which Hunter purchased in 1874 from R.C.G. Love. It was the fourth mill to be built in Gaston County and is the oldest surviving cotton mill today. The name of the mill was
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This is an archival photo of Ransom Hunter’s home in Mt. Holly.
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derived from the famed yarn mill in Mount Holly, New Jersey, in hopes of taking after their success. The mill’s success and the prosperity of the area led local residents to petition the North Carolina General Assembly for the incorporation of Mount Holly in 1879. In 1913, Hunter sold the Mayes Manufacturing Company a stretch of land near the South Fork Catawba River and the Southern Railroad, where they built a cotton textile mill.[8]
Hunter died in 1918 at the age of 93 in Mt. Holly. He’s buried near a large oak in the cemetery at the corner of Hawthorne and West Catawba Ave. in Mt. Holly.
Hunter is still remembered for his many contributions to
This headstone for the grave of Mt. Holly African-American leader Ransom Hunter was dedicated in July 2014 by his descendants. Photos by Alan Hodge
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Mt. Holly.
In July 2014, his descendants held a family reunion and a new headstone was placed under the big tree near his grave. In 2017, Hunter was named as the very first Mt. Holly Historic Person of the Year by the Mt. Holly Historical Society.
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Mt. Holly Parks and Rec. Youth Spring Sports
The deadline to register for youth spring sports is February 18. Spring sports include:
Tee-ball (ages 3-6)
Baseball (ages 7-14)
Soccer (ages 3-15) Girls’ volleyball (ages 7-15)
Girls’ softball (ages 7-15)
You can register online at www.mtholly. us, or in person at the Mount Holly Municipal Complex.
For more information call 704-951-3024 or email kent.womack@mtholly.us.
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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 Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God
124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-965-1004
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
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
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210 Park Street, Belmont NC 704-825-9861
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 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
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Restoration & Deliverance
804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954
Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly
826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999
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
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 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
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
Springfi eld 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
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Sometimes when people see Stuart W. Cramer High School students Zachary and Nicholas Willer, they do a double take. The brothers are identical twins, and it’s not just their looks that are shared. Their winning ways are, too.
In the 3A west regional and state cross country championships as well as most other running competitions, the brothers have been separated by mere seconds. Zachary finished two and a half seconds ahead of Nicholas to win the state title, becoming Gaston County’s first boys state champion in 43 years.
Prior to the state contest, Zachary finished one second ahead of Nicholas at the western regional meet. Earlier in the cross country season, it was Nicholas who earned first place in the Gaston County meet and the Big South 3A conference championship.
While there is a rivalry between some siblings, Zachary and Nicholas say they are not competing against each other, but rather they focus on the athletes on opposing teams.
“We support one another,” said Zachary. “We are cheering no matter who finishes ahead of the other. If I see Nicholas doing well during a race, it motivates me that much more.”
The two brothers have a good relationship. They played other sports such as soccer and swimming together before making running their primary focus.
“We started running laps in middle school soccer for conditioning,” said Nicholas. “Our coaches saw how well we ran and asked us to give middle school track a try, and the rest is history.”
With the cross country season complete, the Willer brothers can now concentrate their training on indoor and outdoor track and field. Both of them compete in the 1600 meters, 3200 meters, and 4x800 relay events.
However, running is not their long-term goal. Both realize it would be great to be a professional distance runner, but they know a good education is what awaits them at East Carolina University where they have earned cross country scholarships to help pay for their studies.
“We’re majoring in biomedical engineering,” said Nicholas. “We hope to develop prosthetics for the medical field.”
Both Nicholas and Zachary credit the Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes offered through Gaston County Schools and their teacher, Meredith McMillan, for their interest in biomedical engineering.
Now, their futures will take them to East Carolina to further their academic and athletic aspirations. Together, they hope to continue being a friendly force in competition and sharing more championship moments.
Twin brothers Zachary and Nicholas Willer, students at Stuart W. Cramer High School, received scholarships to run cross country at East Carolina University.
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South Point Football Awards
By Charlotte Sautner
South Point High School announced its 2021 football awards on Monday, January 24th.
Tyson Riley – Dr. Wade Breeland Most Valuable Player – First given in 1948 at the old Belmont High School, this award is presented to the Most Valuable Player on the football team and is the school’s oldest award. It is named in honor of the late Dr. Wade H. Breeland, a local dentist and long-time supporter of Belmont and South Point High School athletics.
Wyatt Triplett – Gerald Cortner Character, Leadership, and Scholarship Award – This award is given to a senior football player who excels on the field and in the classroom and who demonstrates outstanding character and leadership qualities. This award is given in memory of Mr. Gerald Cortner, the first principal of South Point High School. Mr. Cortner was a long-time teacher, football coach, and administrator at the old Belmont High School prior to overseeing the consolidation and transition of the Belmont, Reid, and Cramerton High Schools into South Point High School in 1969.
Cam Medlock – Wrather Johnson Sportsmanship Award – Awarded since 1967, the football Sportsmanship award recognizes the respect for and fair treatment of one’s teammates and opponents. It is given in memory of Coach Wrather Johnson who coached football, basketball, and baseball at the old Belmont High School. After being sponsored for many years by long-time Big Red Booster Club supporters Yates and Marie Abernathy, it is now sponsored by Dr. Patricia Goble.
Ryan Harris – Belmont Drug Best Defense – This award has been presented since 1967 to the best defender on the varsity football team. First sponsored by the old Catawba Pharmacy in East Belmont, this award is now sponsored (since 2003) by Matthew Morgan, owner of Belmont Drug Store.
Jacob Patterson – Dr. Eddie Lineberger Best Blocker – Awarded since 1964 to the best blocker on the football team, this award was originally named after longtime team physicians Dr. Sam Shaver and Dr. Lee Beatty. The award is now sponsored by local veterinarian, Dr. Eddie Lineberger who was the starting center on the 1979 State 3A Championship team.
Ethan Thagard – Gaston Auto Glass Unsung Hero Award – Awarded to a varsity football player, who may not be well known to others, but is known by the teammates and coaches as playing a significant role in the success of Red Raider teams. The award is inspired by the late Bobby Brown (Belmont High School Class of 1957 and football player) and is inscribed with the poem “Unsung Hero” written by Bobby Brown.
Jaquis Rumph – Bennie Cunningham Most Improved Award – Presented since 1984 to the most improved player on the football team. It is given in memory of Cramerton and Gaston County legend Coach Bennie Cunningham. The award is sponsored by Mr. Art Shoemaker in honor of his former coach who mentored and provided direction to hundreds of area youth as part of the Cramerton Recreation Department and the highly successful Little Orangemen Pop Warner football programs.
Xarique Culbreth – Phil Tate “First Things First” Award – This award was begun in 2017 and is presented to a varsity player who places
Back row left to right: Chaynce Ford, Dylan Nicks, Ethan Thagard, Jackson Blee, Sullivan Absher, Jacob Patterson, Xarique Culbreth, and Wyatt Triplett. Front row left to right: Winter Kincaid, Will Ross, Matthew Laney, Shane Wilson, Cam Medlock, Tyson Riley, Jack Milford, Ryan Harris, Jaquis Rumph. Photo by Calvin Craig
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the needs of the team ahead of his own. It is named in honor of Hall of Fame Coach Phil Tate who taught and coached hundreds of student athletes for over 50 years in football, baseball, basketball and golf at South Point High School.
Shane Wilson – Coach’s Award – This award goes to a varsity player who embodies what it means to be a Red Raider, someone who plays with heart, puts the team first, and is tenacious.
Walter Kincaid – Lee’s Lawn Service Scout Defense Award – This award is given to a defensive varsity football player who, day in and day out, does an exceptional job preparing the starting unit for the upcoming opponent. They receive little recognition, but their efforts are highlighted by the team’s overall success.
Jack Milford – Lee’s Law Service Scout Offense Award – This award is given to an offensive varsity football player who, day in and day out, does an exceptional job preparing the starting unit for the upcoming opponent. They receive little recognition, but their efforts are highlighted by the team’s overall success.
Matthew Laney – Herman Gregory “Spirit of the Raider” Memorial Ward – Initiated in 2021, this award is presented to a football player who embodies the “Spirit of the Red Raider” through perseverance, courage, and commitment to our program and his teammates. The award is sponsored by the Big Red Booster Club and named in memory of former football player #79 Herman Gregory who sadly passed away at a young age in 2021. “Big Herm” loved South Point High School, and especially Red Raider football, and lettered for 3 years, culminating in playing on the 2016 3A State Championship team.
Will Ross – Sheila M. Rollins Memorial Most Versatile Award – Sponsored by Rollins Insurance Agency, this award has been presented to the most versatile player on the varsity football team. It is given in memory of long-time Big Red Booster Club supporter, Mrs. Sheila Rollins.
Chaynce Ford – JV Most Valuable Player.
Other Recognition announced: Sullivan Absher and Jackson Blee – Academic All State; Sullivan Absher – NC Super Team; Tyson Riley – Queen City Bowl Selection; Ryan Harris – Luke Kuechly Defensive Player of the Year; Sullivan
Absher, Tyson Riley, Jacob Patterson, Dylan Nicks, Will
Ross – NC High School OT All State team; Will Ross,
Jacob Patterson, Tyson Riley, Dylan Nicks, Sullivan
Absher – NC All 3A State team; Tyson Riley, Jacob
Patterson, Wyatt Triplett, Sullivan Absher, Will Ross, Ryan Harris, Dylan Nicks
– All Big South; and Dylan Nicks – Big South Kicker of the Year.
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Gaston College and Catawba Valley Community College have become the first two schools in Western N.C. to become a part of North Carolina State University’s Community College Collaboration Agreement (C3). The C3 agreement will guarantee students from Gaston College and Catawba Valley Community College admission to NC State if they meet certain requirements. Students can begin applying to the program in Fall 2022.
The major milestone became official at a signing ceremony Tuesday afternoon on the Gaston College campus. Signing the agreement were Dr. John Hauser, President of Gaston College; Dr. Garrett Hinshaw, President of Catawba Valley Community College; Dr. Warwick Arden, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs of NC State; Dr. Don Hunt, Senior Vice Provost of NC State; and Dr. Heather Woodson, Vice President for Academic Affairs of Gaston College.
Students from Gaston College and Catawba Valley Community College can dualenroll at NC State and must complete an A.A., A.S. or A.E. degree with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better to be accepted into NC State through C3. While admission is guaranteed so long as students meet this and the residency requirement, admission into specific majors may be more competitive. While attending Gaston College or Catawba Valley Community College, the students will have access to special services including advising and networking opportunities from NC State. Nearly 1,700 students transfer to NC State each year, and Dr. Hauser and Dr. Hinshaw are pleased that their students can now have a smooth pathway to this quality education. Both Colleges also signed bilateral 2+2 articulation agreements with the Wilson College of Textiles at NC State on Tuesday. Catawba Valley Community College students who graduate with an Associate in Science and meet eligibility requirements would be able to seamlessly transfer into the Bachelor of Science degree in Fashion and Textile Management. Gaston College’s agreement is for students transferring from the Associate of Applied Science in Textile Technology to the Bachelor of Science in Textile Technology-Undesignated at NC State. The agreements will begin in the Fall 2022 semester.
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School choice fair planned for February 12
Gaston County Schools is hosting two information sessions to give students and parents an opportunity to learn about the district’s 21 school choice programs for the 2022-2023 academic year.
The first School Choice Fair is Saturday, February 12 from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Gastonia Conference Center in downtown Gastonia. Students and parents may drop in to visit the various school booths/tables, meet the principals and other school representatives, and get information about each choice program.
A second School Choice Fair will be held on Saturday, March 5 from 10:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Gastonia Conference Center.
Below is a list of the 21 school choice/magnet school programs that are offered in Gaston County Schools:
Elementary Schools
Gifted and Talented Academy @ Pleasant Ridge Elementary School
Hawks Nest STEAM Academy
Leadership Academy @ Costner Elementary School
Middle Schools
Career Academy @ Southwest Middle School
Career Academy @ York Chester Middle School
Gifted and Talented Academy @ Cramerton Middle School
Leadership Academy @ W.C. Friday Middle School
Public Service Academy @ John Chavis Middle School
STEAM Academy @ Stanley Middle School
Technology and Industrial Engineering Academy @ Bessemer City Middle School
High Schools
Career Academy @ Hunter Huss High School
Collegiate Prep Academy @ Forestview High School
Gaston Early College High School
Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences
Health Sciences Academy @ East Gaston High School
Highland School of Technology iAccelerate Academy @ Ashbrook High School
Leadership Academy @ North Gaston High School
Public Service Academy @ Cherryville High School
Technology and Industrial Engineering Academy @ Bessemer City High School
Online Learning
Gaston County Virtual Academy (grades K-12)
The school choice programs are open to students who live in Gaston County and will be in kindergarten, sixth grade, or ninth grade next year; however, a few programs have limited space available at other grade levels. Parents with a child who currently attends a private school, charter school, virtual school, or home school are encouraged to attend one of the School Choice Fairs and submit a school choice application.
Parents may apply online at www.gaston.k12.nc.us/schoolchoice. The deadline to submit an application is Friday, March 18 at 5:00 p.m. The lottery will be held on April 14.
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Congratulations to the Belmont Middle School cafeteria staff for their fourth year in a row 100 percent rating. From left- Terri Furtick, Angie Hunt, Lynn Connor, Candy Massey. Not pictured- Portia Benfield, Phyllis Helms.
Congratulations to Mrs. Jennifer Whiteman (above left) on being selected as the J.B. Page Primary School Teacher Assistant of the Year. Likewise to Terri Hughes (above right) who was named New Teacher of the Year. Mrs. Hughes is in her third year of teaching kindergarten at Page.
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Local students receive honors
Jonathon Holden Named to Dean’s List at Bob Jones University
Jonathon Holden, a Sophomore Biblical Studies major from Cramerton, was among approximately 820 Bob Jones University students named to the fall 2021 Dean’s List.
The Dean’s List recognizes students who earn a 3.00-3.74 grade point average during the semester.
Nearly 2,500 make the Dean’s List at CCU
Nearly 2,500 undergraduate students at Coastal Carolina University were named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2021 semester. Students who make the Dean’s List have achieved a grade point average between 3.5-3.99 for the semester. Students recognized include:
Mia Dattoli, a Management major of Cherryville, NC.
Kendall Moore, a Psychology major of Mount Holly, NC.
Nearly 1,000 students make fall 2021 President’s List at Coastal Carolina University
Nearly 1,000 students earned a spot on the President’s List for the fall 2021 semester at Coastal Carolina University. Students recognized include:
Maya Costales, a Management Pre-Major major from Cramerton.
Grace Weatherston, a Elementary Education major from Belmont.
Kelsie Painter Earns Dean’s List at Valdosta State University
Valdosta State University congratulates Kelsie Painter of Mount Holly, North Carolina, for earning a spot on the fall 2021 Dean’s List.
Dean’s List honors are reserved for the highest achieving students at VSU. Painter is one of more than 1,700 distinguished and accomplished students recognized for exemplifying excellence in the attainment of their educational goals. Local students named to Dean’s List at St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Sydney Rourke a resident of Belmont, NC, was awarded Dean’s List honors for academic achievement during the fall 2021 semester at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, the National Public Honors College.
Dean’s List honors are awarded to full-time students at St. Mary’s College who earn a semester grade-point average of 3.5 or better on 12 or more graded credits.
Matthew Dalton earns Faculty Honors at Georgia Tech for fall 2021
Matthew Dalton of Belmont, NC, earned the distinction of Faculty Honors for fall 2021 at the Georgia Institute of Technology. This designation is awarded to undergraduate students who have earned a 4.0 academic average for the semester.
The Georgia Institute of Technology, or Georgia Tech, is a top 10 public research university developing leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition.
Dean’s, President’s Lists students named for UA fall 2021 term
A total of 11,979 students enrolled during the fall 2021 term at The University of Alabama were named to the dean’s list with an academic record of 3.5 (or above) or the president’s list with an academic record of 4.0 (all A’s). Lauren Lowe of Belmont was named to the Dean’s List. Mary Smallwood of Belmont was named to the Dean’s List. Mary Elizabeth Martin of Gastonia was named to the Dean’s List. Mary Joanne Martin of Gastonia was named to the President’s List. Alexandra Barker of Gastonia was named to the President’s List. Emmily Mobley of Mount Holly was named to the Dean’s List.
SNHU announces fall 2021 President’s List
It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the fall 2021 President’s List.
Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above are named to the President’s List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits; undergraduate day students must earn 12 credits in the fall or spring semester, and online students must earn 12 credits in either EW1 & EW2, EW3 & EW4, or EW5 & EW6. Emily Hanegraaff of Belmont, Abigayle Gronstal of Belmont, Abigail Whitlow of Dallas, Jessica Thomas of Mount Holly, Brandon Carpenter of Dallas.
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By CaroMont Health While safe and effective vaccine for COVID-19 is here, it is important for every individual to continue practicing safety measures. A face mask is one of the best ways to help stop the spread of sickness. But if you’ve noticed that it also can also cause skin irritation and breakouts, you’re not alone. Caring for your mask goes a long way toward caring for your skin. Read our best tips for both below.
Skin Care Tips
Choose a natural fiber mask like cotton or bamboo. Natural fibers are more breathable and reduce the risk of irritation.
Be sure your mask is clean. If disposable, use a fresh one as often as possible. If reusable, be sure to wash between uses.
Wash your face with a gentle cleanser before putting on your mask to reduce oils and dirt that may be trapped below.
Using an oil-free makeup primer can create a barrier between your mask and your skin. It helps reduce friction and lessen irritation in sensitive areas.
Wash your face again after taking your mask off and be sure to promptly wash your hands.
Don’t forget sunblock to avoid tan or burn marks in areas that your mask doesn’t cover.
Wash your reusable masks with a non-scented laundry detergent to reduce the risk of irritation on your face.
Mask Care Tips
Only use clean masks. If you are using disposable masks, throw away after each use. If you’re wearing a cloth mask, be sure to launder after each use using a non-scented laundry detergent.
Try to not touch your mask while wearing and wait until you are home to take your mask off.
Wash your hands before taking off your face mask and only touch the ear loops.
If your mask has filters, remove and throw away between uses.
Put your mask directly into the wash or laundry hamper.
If your mask is reusable, launder in hot water and dry on a high setting.
Store your mask in a clean place.
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Costner Elementary exceptional children teacher Monica Sherer was selected to represent Gaston County Schools as the 2021-2022 Educator of Excellence. Sherer and other honorees from across the state were recognized during a ceremony at the 70th annual Conference on Exceptional Children. Blake Construction provided $1,200 in supplies, reading material, and blueprints to students in the construction class at Belmont Middle School. Brooke Loftis is the teacher.
Cold weather health tips
By CaroMont Health
As colder temperatures set in and COVID-19 continues to make indoor spaces a higher risk for virus transmission, how can you stay comfortable while keeping up your fitness routine? Read our “must have” list of essential cold weather fitness gear to help you stay active and healthy during these winter months.
Base Layer
The base layer is a layer of fitted clothing that is closest to your skin. It should wick moisture and perspiration to keep you warm and dry. There are lots of options for these pieces and most are made of silk, polyester, wool or a higher tech synthetic fabric like Thinsulate. Cotton and other breathable fabrics are not recommended as those options stay wet longer and actually draw heat away from your body.
Mid Layer
This layer should focus on comfort and warmth. Fleece, wool and down are all good options and provide the insulation you need to keep your body heat from escaping. You may also find that mid layer clothing offers lots of ventilation options should you get too warm.
Outer Layer
For the outside layer, focus on protecting yourself from the elements. That means waterproof material, wind resistant clothing and material that will keep you dry and shielded from inclement weather. While an outer layer is not always necessary, it is a great option to have if there is rain, wind or snow.
Head
Did you know the majority of your body heat escapes through your head? Wearing a hat that covers your ears will not only keep your head warm, it will help maintain your body heat. Also, don’t forget your ears and your face as both can get chapped and chaffed without proper protection.
Hands
Our extremities often feel the cold first and the most. Gloves that are comfortable and wick moisture are great for cold weather runs and walks, while something waterproof is better for longer hikes and snowy weather activities. While fleece is quite warm, it does not repel moisture or wind.
Feet
Did you know our bodies use our feet to regulate our core body temperature? Choosing a sock that is comfortable and performs well in cold weather is essential for your comfort. Wool socks are a great option and will keep your feet warm and dry.
Reflective Gear
During the winter months, it gets dark so quickly. If you’re exercising outdoors in the dark, it is so important to wear reflective gear for your safety. Arm bands, vests and LED lights are easy to find and will help alert vehicles of your presence.
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Congratulations to Cathy Johnson, Jack Frye, Norris Lamb, and Joanna Fulbright (not pictured). They are the graduates of the Inaugural Lowell Citizens Academy. This group completed ten sessions with different department heads learning about how city government works and they were honored at the recent city council meeting.
Abbey women’s basketball defeat Erskine
The Belmont Abbey women’s basketball team got off to a quick start and led wire-to-wire in a 68-38 victory over Erskine in Conference Carolinas action last Monday at the Wheeler Center. It is the largest margin of victory this season for the Crusaders. It was the first home game for The Abbey in 2022 due to schedule changes. The Crusaders won its second straight contest and advanced to 7-5 overall and 5-3 in conference play. Erskine moved to 0-11 overall and 0-8 in the conference.
How It Happened- The Crusaders started the contest on a 14-2 run that included a run of thanks to a 14-2 run to begin the game. Brittany Autry provided the early boost with consecutive layups to begin the game. She finished with 14 points, nine rebounds and a blocked shot. The Abbey led 22-6 at the end of the first quarter and held the Flying Fleet to just two field goals in the period. Jo Snow connected on three 3-pointers in the first half as part of her 13
Alexis Schulz shoots.
points for the game. Alexis Schulz (pictured) stepped up in the second half for the Crusaders by scoring 12 of her team-high 15 points in the period. She also added three assists, a pair of rebounds and a steal. The Abbey pulled away by outscoring the Flying Fleet 24-13 in the third quarter. Belmont Abbey held a strong 45-18 advantage in rebounding. Autry led the Crusaders in that category while Sydni Clawges added six rebounds in the win.
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Abbey Women’s Softball update...
The Belmont Abbey softball team earned a first-place vote and was selected to finish fourth in the Conference Carolinas preseason poll that was released last Thursday afternoon. The poll was compiled from votes by the league’s head coaches.
The Crusaders are coming off one of their best seasons in 15 years by finishing third in the conference standings in 2021. The Abbey finished 20-18 overall with a 14-6 league record.
Mount Olive was selected as the preseason favorite with 129 points and four of 13 firstplace votes. Mount Olive was one of eight teams to earn a first place nod. UNC Pembroke captured two first-place votes and 111 points to rank second while King was picked third with 109 points and two first-place selections.
Belmont Abbey opens the 2022 season with a doubleheader against William Peace February 4 at Crusader Field while the conference championship slated for April 28May 1 at Tyger River Park in Duncan, South Carolina.
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Written By Rob Hawk NC Cooperative Extension
Winter is a time for repose and reflection, and many gardeners take to bird feeding to fill their need for color, texture, and interaction with their landscape. Feeding birds can really turn into a good wholesome hobby for the entire family.
There are three main choices in food: large seeds, small seeds, and suet. Large seeds include black-oil sunflower, striped sunflower, safflower, peanuts, shelled corn, ear corn, and cardinal mixes that contain sunflower, safflower, and peanuts.
Birds that love sunflower seeds include Northern Cardinals, Blue Jays, Black-Capped and Carolina and BlackCapped Chickadees, House and Purple Finches, American Goldfinches, Evening and Pine Grosbeaks, Gray and Steller’s Jays, Nuthatches, Crossbills, and Tufted Titmouse.
Peanuts provide a nutritious diet for birds, including Black-Capped Chickadees, Nuthatches, Woodpeckers, and Blue Jays. Even Northern Cardinals will come to a peanut feeder. However, these feeds also attract mammals including squirrels and raccoons.
Safflower seeds are not as attractive to these eating machines. Cracked corn and milo are attractive to house sparrows and starlings, which will discourage other birds from visiting your feeders, and are not recommended.
Small seeds include millet and Niger thistle. Millet sprinkled on the ground or in tray feeders will attract darkeyed juncos, mourning doves, and American tree, fox, Harris’, white-throated, whitecrowned and golden-crowned sparrows. Niger thistle will bring American and lesser goldfinches, common and hoary redpolls, house and purple finches, and pine siskins.
Many wintering birds also benefit from suet, suet mixes, and peanut butter, including pileated, red bellied, red headed, downy and hairy woodpeckers, chickadees, titmice, and nuthatches.
Water is critical to overwintering birds. Including a
Northern Cardinal
heated birdbath in your feeder set up will be an open invitation to a variety of birds. Don’t worry about birds freezing if they bathe on a cold winter day. This water is primarily for drinking. Include a variety of feeders; open or covered platform feeders, suet feeders, and cylindrical feeders will be attractive to a broad variety of birds. Place feeders close to protective cover and convenient for viewing from a window. The best feeder sites are downwind from the shelter provided by conifers, ornamental grass plantings, brushy shrub, or buildings. To avoid giving raptors or cats an advantage in catching birds, feeders should be at least 10 feet from the nearest cover where such predators could hide, like trees and deck railing. Use several feeder clusters of three or four feeders per cluster and a ground feeding site. Each cluster should include a variety of feeder types that offer larger seeds, smaller seeds, and suet.
Remember winter is a difficult time for birds. Days are often windy and cold; nights are long and even colder. The lush, berry-laden vegetation of summer and fall has withered or been consumed, and most insects have died or become dormant. Finding food can be especially challenging for birds during days with extreme cold temperatures. Setting up a backyard bird feeder makes their lives easier and ours more enjoyable. Just remember to clean feeders regularly to avoid spread of diseases between birds.
Abilities Tennis of North Carolina and the Belmont Parks and Recreation have partnered together to host a free tennis clinic for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The clinics will take place on Sundays beginning in the middle of February and will end at the beginning of April at the Davis Park Tennis Courts from 4:00 PM-5:00 PM.
Dates: February 13th, 20th, 27th
March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
April 3rd
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Abbey Women’s Track & Field news...
Belmont Abbey Women’s Track and Field returned to action on Saturday, competing in the Mondo College Invite at the JDL Fast Track. Belmont Abbey results:
Women 60 Dash (Qualifying)- Cristina Villanueva, 16th, 8.43; Sekyah Chestnut, 18th, 8.50 (8.495); Karolina Colon, 25th, 8.81; Shanekera Faulk, 27th, 8.97
Women 60 Hurdles – Prelims- Amalie Bouton, 5th, 10.33Q (10.327); Isabelle Flores, 6th, 9.33q; Karolina Colon, 12th, 9.85; Olivia White, 14th, 9.99; Haley Kells, 25th, 11.09
Women 60 Hurdles – Finals- Isabelle Flores, 4th, 9.33; Amalie Bouton, DQ (hand on hurdle)
Women 200 Dash- Sekyah Chestnut, 25th, 27.68; Olivia White, 32nd, 28.28; Karolina Colon, 44th, 29.20; Shanekera Faulk, 48th, 30.80
Women 400 Dash- Isabelle Flores, 7th, 1:02.13; Malia Reitmeyer, 14th, 1:04.82; Tamiya Ellis, 27th, 1:08.67
Women 600- Tory Manno, 22nd, 1:57.68; Madison Jones, 27th, 2:10.17
Women 800- Grace Hetzel, 7th, 2:37.75
Women 1000- Tory Manno, 20th, 3:37.20
Women 1 Mile Run- Makenna Pallozzi, 7th, 5:52.12
Women 3000- Makenna Pallozzi, 15th, 11:19.46
Women High Jump- Macie Sims, 5th, 1.47m; Katrina Morse, 17th, 1.42m
Women Long Jump- Cristina Villanueva, 8th, 5.18m; Macie Sims, 12th, 4.76m; Haley Kells, 15th, 4.70m
Women Shot Put- Katrina Morse, 8th, 11.00m; Alexa Davis, 17th, 9.56m; Katie Branch, 29th, 6.91m
Women Triple Jump- Cristina Villanueva, 14th, 9.86m; Haley Kells, 15th, 9.79m; Macie Sims, 16th, 9.61m
Women Weight Throw- Katrina Morse, 10th, 13.83m
Women 4x400 Meter Relay- 1) Malia Reitmeyer 2) Sekyah Chestnut 3) Olivia White 4) Isabelle Flores, 3rd, 4:17.74
LEGAL NOTICE
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Having qualifi ed on 30th day of November, 2021 as Executor of the Estate of JOY TEMPLE MCGINNIS, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, fi rms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Michael A. Howell, Executor, on or before the 19th day of April, 2022 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, fi rms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.
This the 19th day of January, 2022. LEGAL NOTICE
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
Having qualifi ed on 12th day of December, 2021 as Executor of the Estate of MAGGIE BROWN MCKEE, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, fi rms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Peggy McKee Archer, Executor, on or before the 12th day of April, 2022 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, fi rms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 12th day of January, 2022. Peggy McKee Archer, Executor Estate of: Maggie Brown McKee 108 Browntown Rd. Belmont, NC 28012
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Last week the Stuart Cramer and East Gaston basketball teams both saw conference action. The Storm played three gamed while the Warriors played two.
Cramer won two out of three while EG won both of their contests.
East Gaston looked good scoring a pair of impressive wins over Thomas Jefferson in Southern Piedmont 1A/2A action.
The Warriors beat the Gryphons 55-35 on Wednesday and then came back on Thursday night to clip TJ again. This time with a convincing 69-45 victory.
In the first game of the week the Warriors set the pace early and kept up the pressure outscoring the Gryphons 14-7 in the first period and 15-6 in the second.
At the half East Gaston was up 29-13.
Thomas Jefferson managed to outscore the Warriors 13-12 in the third period, but that was about all the offense the Gryphons could muster. In the fourth EG continued the onslaught scoring 14 points to TJ’s nine.
Junior McKaskill Rivers was the game’s top scorer with 12 points followed by Trent Sherrill and Chauncey Creamer who each finished up with eight points apiece.
In the second matchup both teams started off fast and played well offensively. Going into the half East Gaston held a 32-25 lead.
That ended up being the closest the Gryphons would ever get. When play resumed the Warriors pummeled TJ. East Gaston really turned on the jets outscoring the Gryphons 25-6 in the third period.
As the game played out it was apparent that on this night Thomas Jefferson just couldn’t keep up as the Warriors rolled on for the win.
Sophomore Trent Sherrill was the Warriors top scorer with 22 points followed by McKaskill Rivers with 19 points. Rivers was also EG’s stop rebounder finishing the game with 11 boards.
Going into the final leg of the season the Warriors are looking pretty good. Head coach Eugene Farrar thinks his team is on track.
“We talk a lot about mojo,” coach Farrar said. “When we played Burns the week before I thought we were getting our mojo back. Then we played back-to-back against Thomas Jefferson and I saw we are playing with more swag.”
Playing with a bit of swag is something the Warriors will need to do as the regular season enters its final few weeks.
Going into this week East Gaston is sitting at 9-7 overall and 4-3 in Southern Piedmont 1A/2A conference play.
Right now things are still wide open in the Southern Piedmont and the Warriors will have every opportunity to make an impact.
“We’re playing a lot better defensively and offensively,” Farrar added. “I think we can make some noise in the conference.”
This week the Warriors will take on the 13-3 Bessemer City Yellow Jackets and the 9-3 Shelby Golden Lions.
Last week the Stuart Cramer Storm started the week with a loss against Crest and finished up with back-to-back wins over Hunter Huss.
In the Crest game the Storm played the Chargers tight outscoring them in two
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The Chargers stayed the course for the rest of the game and left the court with a 77-70 win.
Senior Will Kelly had a phenomenal game scoring 40 points in a losing effort. Kelly also led the team with nine rebounds.
The Crest lost stung, but head coach Brad Sloan made sure his team remained focused. He knew there were still games to play that week and he also knew his team would get another shot at the Chargers.
“There’s a lot of basketball left to play,” Sloan said. “We knew the Crest game would be tough. Now we have another shot at them coming up and we’re looking forward to the challenge.”
After losing to the Chargers the Storm shifted gears and got set to play two games against Hunter Huss.
Going into the first Huss game Cramer was ready. However, no matter how ready the players were, the Storm still needed to deal with a bit of history.
In nine seasons of varsity ball Cramer had yet to beat the Huskies. Yet on Wednesday night all of that would change when the Storm tore into Huss breaking the losing streak with an impressive 75-50 win.
Once again Will Kelly led the Storm’s offensive effort with a game high 40 points followed by Jacob Joyner who finished the evening with 21 points.
Defensively John Hill led the way with 11 rebounds while Owen Sloan and Will Kelly each had four steals apiece.
In Friday night’s rematch Will Kelly showed that given the opportunity he can be a one-man wrecking crew. Kelly scored 50 of Cramer’s 85 points as the Storm laid waste to the Huskies in a big 85-67 win.
“It’s tough to be beat a team twice,” coach Sloan stressed. “We had never beaten Huss before so Wednesday was about breaking the streak and Friday was about starting a streak of our own.”
When coach Sloan said there was a lot of basketball left to play, he wasn’t kidding.
Right now, Cramer is 15-3 overall and 6-3 in Big South 3A play with five regular season games left on the schedule.
At this stage anything is possible when it comes to the Big South 3A. Taking the conference is going to be tough, but Cramer has the tools and the talent to make a go of it. This week the Storm has league games slated against Ashbrook, Crest and Kings Mountain.
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Cramerton Parks & Rec. news
Spring Sports in Cramerton
Spring Sports Registration opens February 1st and ends March 1st or until teams are full. Register for the following:
Baseball – age 7-15; Soccer – age 3-15
Softball – age 7-15; Teeball – age 3-6; Volleyball – age 7-15 $60 resident/$80 non-resident
Register at the CB Huss Rec Center (8 Julian St).
For more information please call 704-824-4231.
Valentine’s Day Sweet Art
Cramerton Parks and Rec. has partnered with A Little Bit of Art and The Wandering Cup for a new take on Valentine’s Day. Friday, February 11th the trio will put on the Sweet Art at 900 South Fork Village Drive in the South Fork Village development. It is a drop-in event so you can stop in anytime between 1:00 and 8:00pm.
Register for their Sweet Art event and you will get a delicious cookie and sip your hot chocolate from The Wandering Cup while you create a beautiful ceramics piece courtesy of A Little Bit of Art. Friends and loved ones of all ages will love spending time together at this unique spot.
Pre-registration is required at the CB Huss Rec Center (8 Julian St). If you have any questions please call 704-824-4231.
One-Day Camps for Kids
New- Cramerton Parks and Recreation will be offering an alternative for kids and parents on those days when kids don’t have school. Whether it is a Teach Work Day or a school holiday, we have your elementary schoolers covered.
Each day has a theme with specific activities geared toward that theme, but we will always have arts, crafts and games available as well as access to the gymnasium and playground.
Lil’ Squirt camps for kiddos age 4-6 are back! Lil Squirts days also have a theme with specific activities geared toward that theme, but will always have arts, crafts and games available as well as access to the gymnasium and playground.
For more information visit the CB Huss Rec Center (8 Julian St) or call 704-824-4231. $15 resident/$20 nonresident
Sideline Sale – Everything under $5
Spring Sports are starting up soon. Do you have all the gear that you need? Whether you’re looking for soccer socks, cleats, softball pants or baseball hats, we have got something for you. Come check out our stock of new and used items with every item being $5 or less. Stop by the CB Huss Recreation Center (8 Julian St) on Saturday, February 26th between 10am and 2pm to stock up! If you have any questions please call 704-824-4231.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
VALENTINE’S POPUP SHOP.
Body Care Gifts and Hand Crafted Crafts for sale. Sat 2/12/22 8am till 6pm. 303 Kings St., Kings Mountain @ The Miracle Workers. Parking next door at Tim Moore’s Law Offi ce. Questions (980) 251-5219
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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
UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION.
Farm House Decor, Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Toys, Hot Wheels, Jewelry, MORE. Tuesday-Saturday 11am-5pm. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on FB. 828-382-0075.
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HOUSEWARES LIQUIDATION
SALE. Save 70 to 90% off original retail. Cleaners, kitchen, and storage. All new $1.99, Baby, & Wedding sections. ONE DAY ONLY, Saturday, February 5th, 9am-5pm at SIDE DOOR next to MIGHTY DOLLAR Forest City. CASH ONLY!
SCHOOL CHOICE OPEN HOUSE EVENT For Charity Christian School 113 Charity Church Rd, Lawndale, NC on January 29th at 4:00pm! Our school includes grades K5 through 12th with a low teacher-student ratio! Our goal is to keep monthly tuition cost low while offering a quality education in a Christian atmosphere. If accepted for enrollment some students may qualify for a full scholarship through the NC Opportunity Scholarship Program! We also offer dual enrollment classes with Cleveland Community College. Call our offi ce number, visit our Facebook page, or Webpage for more information! charitychristianschool. org (704) 419-4574 charitychristianschool@gmail.com ANNOUNCEMENTS
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NEEDED: ONCE A MONTH
HOUSEKEEPER. “Must be reliable & trustworthy”. Gastonia area. ALSO: Electric Chair for Sale. Call 980-745-5396 (Leave Voice Mail)
EMPLOYMENT
CARE GIVER LOOKING TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR
LOVED ONES. 20+ years. Excellent references. Bathe, light housekeeping/cooking, meds, errands. 704-974-5706
WANTED SITTER MON.-FRI.
FOR ELDER PERSON. Quiet setting, located Rutherford/Polk County line area. Some housekeeping & errands required. Interested applicants please call Patty, 828-980-5386 between 9am-7pm.
COATS PERFORMANCE
YARN. 501 York Road, Kings Mountain, NC. 8 & 12 hour shifts. Apply within. For more info, email kimberly.durden@ coats.com or call 980-291-5331.
EXPERIENCED CARPEN-
TERS. If you are looking for a company where you can turn a job into a career, then you need to come work for us! We provide on the job training, uniforms, tools, transportation to job sites, and a family style working environment. We have need for experienced Lead carpenters to perform work as part of a team in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Will be responsible for a full range of rough and fi nished skilled carpentry work. We are a licensed, certifi ed restoration company, holding contractor licenses in both North and South Carolina. Qualifi cations: High School diploma or equivalent. Experience in tear out, framing, decking, siding, installing doors and windows, insulation, drywall, and trim. Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment. Must have valid driver’s license (min. age 21 for insurance) and satisfactory driving record. Must pass background screening and drug testing. We offer competitive wage, health insurance, 401(k) match, and paid time off. 3 ways to apply. Visit our Website https://www. amrest.com/about-us/american-restoration-now-hiring Email resume to: careers@ amest.com Apply in person to: American Restoration 930 Wendover Heights Drive Shelby, NC 28150 careers@ amrest.com
NEED A LABORER. Apply in person at Auto Parts U Pull & Scrap Metal of Shelby, 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC. Must have a valid driver license. (704) 472-4666
SANDY RUN BAPTIST
CHURCH Is seeking a part time Secretary, 15-20 hours per week. Exp. with Power Church Program preferred but not required. Send resume to offi ce@ sandyrunbaptist.org (704) 4346771
EMPLOYMENT
FULL TIME MAINTENANCE
MAN NEEDED. Maintain rental properties. Must have valid NC Drivers license. Pay depends on experience. (704) 473-4299
SANDY RUN BAPTIST
CHURCH Is seeking a part time Minister of Music. Please send resume to PO Box 297 Mooresboro, NC 28114 or offi ce@sandyrunbaptist.org (704) 434-6771
JANITORIAL/HOUSEKEEP-
ING. Full time and part time janitorial positions in Blacksburg. 1st, 2nd, & 3rd shift available. Pay starts at $14/hr. Must pass Drug Screen. Call 864-5907675 for more information. (864) 590-7675 teresachandler77@ yahoo.com
NOW HIRING Fulltime
Pharmacy Technician Medical Arts Pharmacy, 108 East Grover Street, Shelby, NC Fulltime Dishwasher for The Hub Cafe inside Medical Arts Pharmacy (704) 487-8068
BUSINESS SERVICES
HANDYMAN. All rental and residential services. No job too small. Call Wray at 704-6740494
WALLING’S PAINTING AND CONSTRUCTION. Give us a call because we do it all. Exterior/interior painting. Pressure washing, roof and drywall patching and general repairs. Free Estimates and References. Ask for Marshall or leave mess. (828) 201-5788 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. 980295-0750.
TALL PINES CORPORATION Give us a call today for all your Grading, Excavation, Land Clearing,
and Hauling needs! (704) 600-5438 tallpinesfarm19@ yahoo.com
WORLDWIDE TRUCKING MOVING & GRADING Compa-
ny. We offer grading and moving services. Anything from excavators to household items. We offer demo clearing, fl ooring contractors and also landscaping. Free estimates, insured. Will also deliver bulk to construction sites. 30 ft fl atbed. (704) 2975033
BUSINESS SERVICES
ROOFING, SIDING, GUTTERS, LEAF GUARDS. TIM’S ROOF CONTRACTORS IS YOUR LOCAL PROFESSIONAL ON ALL TYPES OF SHINGLE ROOFING, METAL ROOFING, FLAT ROOFING AND WE INSTALL ALL STYLES AND COLORS OF VINYL SIDING, SOFFITS, FASCIA TRIM AND ALUMINUM WRAP. WE ARE HIGHLY RATED ON GOOGLE 4.9 STARS WITH 162 REVIEWS/ BBB ACCREDITED WITH AN A+ RATING/ BACKGROUND CHECKED PLUS OWENS CORNING PREFERRED CONTRACTORS STATUS. WE OFFER FREE QUOTES / ROOFING REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENT SERVICES. CALL US TO TALK TO THE LOCAL PRO FOR SERVICES IN CLEVELAND, GASTON, LINCOLN AND RUTHERFORD COUNTIES. CALL US TODAY 980522-5606 OR CONTACT US THROUGH OUR WEBSITE TIMSROOF.COM. WE WOULD LIKE TO EARN YOUR BUSINESS. (980) 522-5606 SALES@TIMSROOF.COM
RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR AVAILABLE “SPECIALIZING IN DECKS” Repairs and New Construction.
Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Contact Bob at (828) 476-6058
CAMP’S COMPLETE LAWN CARE and RESIDENTIAL
FENCING. “30 + Years Experience”. Call Donnie at (704) 4807405
TRIPLE D PAINTING, LLC. 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
SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48
YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587
YARD SALES
RUTHERFORD COUNTY FOR SALE
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FIREWOOD FOR SALE. All types already split. Can deliver. Truck & Trailer loads, starting at $75. Will negotiate. 704-4667623
CEMETERY PLOTS FOR SALE Two cemetery plots
$1600/ea. Or Best Offer. Current market value $1850/ea. Cleveland Memorial Park Cemetery Shelby, NC. Plots located in Chimes Tower section. Seller pays transfer fee (225) 2768033 gwen553@bellsouth.net ITEMS FOR SALE. One Ladies Urn for sale, 1 Male Maltese for sale and 6 inch stove pipes. Call 704-538-3809.
NEW UPWALKER Never Used,
Don’t Wait! If interested, call 704-487-9344.
GE BLACK STOVE FOR SALE.
Like new. $350 obo. (704) 7187975
HORSE HAY FOR SALE.
Square bales $6, round bales $40. (704) 692-6325
PURE RAW LOCAL HONEY.
$18 per quart, $10 per pint. Produced in Rutherford County. Call or text Jackson Corbin, 828-980-1823.
NC4EVER.COM BEST DOG TENNIS BALL NC4Ever.com is where you get the BEST Tennis Ball for your dog!
NC4Ever@email.com
FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Seasoned Oak by truck load also bundles. Will deliver within 15 miles of Cherryville. (704) 4353970
2 GOLF CARTS FOR SALE.
1 is Carolina blue with weather cover and 1 white. 2 seats and good batteries. $4000 each. 704-477-3500
FORD BEDLINER 6.5 FT. (Fits 2015-2020 Ford Pickup) Tonneau Hard Cover. $300 (Paid $600) “Like new!” Call (704) 300-7563
WILL BUY. I Want to Buy old 45 records and 78’s call 704-7820647
ITEMS FOR SALE. Whirlpool Fridge - $650, New Stainless Steel Electric Whirlpool Stove, $830, New stainless steel kitchen sink faucet-$45. 513-3316031
HARD SHELL TRUCK BED COVER. Undercover brand truck bed cover. Fits Ford Super Duty 6 3/4 ft bed. Ruby Red color. Good condition. Not on truck now. $500. Come get it! (704) 718-7230 preachermathis@yahoo.com
FRAME SHOP EQUIPMENT.
Morso Chopper, Seal Commercial 210, C&H Glass Cutter, Oval & Round Master, Jr. Cut Glass and Mats. Mat Cutter. Call (704) 827-3128
FOR SALE
ENTERTAINMENT TV CAB-
INET W/SHELVES. white, 72’’highX42’’wideX22’’deep. $100. 4 new golf cart tires w/ chrome rims. $300. New entertainment center. $100. 828-7487985.
TRANSPORT CHAIR $95 Red transport chair 250lb limit, like
new. Will deliver. Call Scooterman John (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com
TWO CEMETERY PACKAGES at Eternal Hills, Rutherford
County. Regular price $6,200. Will sell for $5,000. Plots, vaults, opening/closing. Text 828-2892895.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Long wheelbase load. Fully loaded. $70.00/load. Delivered. 864492-4793 or 803-627-9408.
DEER CORN, 60 POUND BAG.
$9. Callahan Farms. Cletus: 704-300-5341; Steve: 704-4728865; Todd: 704-692-1627
COUCH, 2 TABLES, 2 LAMPS
$500. Grey Super Comfy Couch is less than a year old, two light colored wood end tables, two lamps. (828) 315-0935 HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales. Call (704) 4876855
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS
with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788
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) 473-0867
HOUSEWARES LIQUIDATION
SALE. Save 70 to 90% off original retail. Cleaners, kitchen, and storage. All new $1.99, Baby, & Wedding sections. ONE DAY ONLY, Saturday, February 5th, 9am-5pm at SIDE DOOR next to MIGHTY DOLLAR Forest City. CASH ONLY!
ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Zero down. Call for more details. 828-382-0455.
TRAILERS, EQUIPMENT, DECKOVERS, GOOSENECK
DUMP. CAR HAULER, HIGH SIDE, ENCLOSED. Cash, Credit Cards, Financing, Rent to Own Options. J. Johnson Sales INC. Forest City, NC 828-245-5895.
CARPORTS, GARAGES, RV COVERS, BOAT TRACTOR
COVERS IN STOCK. Areas largest on site display. Best Selection, Options. Quality you can getting one place! J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City, NC. 828245-5895.
FLAG POLES & FLAGS. 15ft., 20ft., 25ft. “All American Made!” Delivery and installation is available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City, NC. Call 828-245-5895.
BUILDINGS, GARAGES, SHOPS with Concrete Slab.
“We Got’Em”and “We do them Turn Key” J. Johnson Sales INC., Forest City, NC. 828-2455895.
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CLASSIFIED ADS CLASSIFIED ADS
FOR SALE
STORAGE BUILDINGS. “We Buy, Sell, Trade” J. Johnson Sales INC. Forest City, NC 828245-5895.
DUMP TRAILERS “WE GOT
‘EM”. 6’x10’, 6’x12’ and 7’x14’ (5 & 7 Ton) “All the Options on All! contact J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. (828) 245-5895 LAWN MOWER TRAILERS. 4 WHEELER TRAILERS, SMALL & LARGE TRAILERS. “We Got’Em” J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895
JAZZY ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR $350 2 yr old Jazzy
power wheelchair. FDA Class II Medical Device. (828) 3150935
RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GO-
KARTS, MINI-BIKES. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-9800853, 704-476-9383.
WANT TO BUY
DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-2893081 or Jimmy 828-289-1175.
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
WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, Pop-Up Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935.
WANTED: OLD AND NEW
AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828289-1488.
WANT TO BUY CARS,
TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006
FARM & GARDEN
DAMAGED BEE EQUIPMENT
SALE. One day only! Sat. Feb. 5, 10am-1pm. Forest City Farmers Market. For more info call 828-980-1823.
CLASSIFIED ADS GET RESULTS! PETS & LIVESTOCK
8 GAME ROOSTERS $10
EACH. 7 Hens $5 each. 704477-5175, (704) 937-7448
GAME CHICKENS FOR SALE.
980-552-9108.
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DOBERMAN PINSCHER
PUPPIES READY. NOW Born 11/22/21. Full-blooded. All males. 1st shots, tails docked, dew claws removed. CKC $600. 29702 area. Text 864-492-5385 (864) 492-5385
I HAVE TOY POODLE PUP-
PIES. 6 weeks old, CKC, $1,500. (828) 289-8844
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TWO POMERANIAN PUP-
PIES. CKC Pomeranian Puppies 8 weeks soft brown and white in color. One male and one female up to date on Vaccine and worming. Puppy comes with puppy pack, fi rst weeks food, vaccine and worming current record and future needs. 100% Pomeranian Bloodline. Delivery arranged in two State area.$1500 each. Don 864-4925138 CKC breeder since 2014. (864) 492-5138 dvcaldwell38@ gmail.com
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MILL-SEC K9 OBEDIENCE
TRAINING. Starting at $25.00 Rutherford County area. Board and train options available. 828755-7335.
ADULT QUAIL $5 EACH. Quail Chicks $1.50 ea. Quail eggs $3 per doz, 50% hatch rate guaranteed. (704) 476-9943
PETS & LIVESTOCK
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TAILS UP STANDARD POODLES. AKC registered standard poodle puppies, 8 & 9 wks. Parents OFA certifi ed, Embark tested, AKC Reunite microchipped, shots, dewormed, tails docked, no dewclaws, health certifi cate, ch bloodlines, 2 year guarantee, brown, black, red, apricot, Partis limited 2000, full 2500 website: tailsupstandards.com or Facebook page: Tails Up Standard Poodles (318) 614-1130 debsummerscales777@gmail.com KENNELS, DOG KENNELS,
DOG HOUSES. 7x7x4, 5x10x6, 10x10x4, 10x10x6, 10x20x6, 20x20x6. Roof tops. Delivery & Installation is Available! J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City,NC. 828-245-5895.
AKC REGISTERED LAB PUP-
PIES. Black and chocolate. Ready middle of March. Parents on site. Champion Bloodline. Great disposition. $925. Taking deposits, $250. 704914-8241
FREE TO GOOD HOME Male
mixed breed puppy. 8 months old. Small, about 15 pounds. Full of energy. Favors Boston Terrier. (704) 472-4844
BEAUTIFUL LABRADOODLES Born 11/14/2021 F2’s.
No shedding, 2 males, one red, one black. I also have 2 straight haired doddles (reduced pricing) Vet checked and fi rst shots on all. Text for more info. Located in Gaffney (864) 492-2880 BEAGLE PUPPIES. ONE boy- FIVE girls. Puppies will be ready for their forever homes on February 12, 2022. They will have been wormed and 1st shots. $800.00 each. (304) 419-4041
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AORTIC ARTERY ATRIUM BEAT BLOOD CARDIAC CHAMBERS COORDINATED HEART LEFT LUNGS MITRAL NUTRIENTS OXYGEN PATTERN PULMONARY PULSE RIGHT TISSUES TRICUSPID VALVE VEIN VENA CAVA VENTRICLE
CARS & TRUCKS
2013 RAM 1500 116,171 miles, $24500, super clean
truck. Ram 1500. 5.7 Hemi. Has a fi fth wheel with two ball hitches, (one 4” ext), lights plug in bed and brake box. I am just buying a 2500. Beautiful truck. It’s the Big Horn edition. Heated seats, power everything, heated steering wheel, sprayed bed liner, rear sensors, 5 1/2 foot bed, tow/haul package, 20” AT tires, four door, etc. It has been used rarely to pull a horse trailer. Two key fobs. Just serviced and put in a new battery. No wrecks. I have title. (704) 578-2827 ivy_baker@ hotmail.com
2014 DODGE GRAND CAR-
AVAN Call for Price. Braunability Handicap Van. Side entry ramp. Transfer driver seat. Ideal van for disabled person who uses a wheel chair and can still drive. Equipped to add hand controls. (704) 692-6248 buck@walker-woodworking. com
VACATIONS
NEWLY RENOVATED BEACH
HOUSE in OCEAN LAKES. 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Also pullout couch, golf cart. Weeks and weekends. Call 704-472-5182
OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE
BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-7182659.
REAL ESTATE
CLEVELAND COUNTY
ROSE HILL MEMORIAL
PARK PLOTS. For Sale. $800 each for (2) spaces. Section 1, Lot number 74 Spaces 1 & 2. These are in the center section and prime locations. Lawndale, NC 28090 (919) 696-7867 sfweichel@gmail.com
FOR SALE BY OWNER 3.80 acres of land on Gold Farm Road near Boiling Springs
Elementary School. County water $18,200 per acre or obo 704-300-1137
POLK COUNTY
POLK COUNTY, SUNNY-
VIEW, NC. FOR SALE BY OWNER. Convenient location, 8 acre Restricted Estate Lot. Owner Finance Available. Call 828-429-3287.
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
DUPLEX IN SHELBY. 2 bedroom 1 bath, Non Smoker, Not HAP eligible, No Pets, $595 month. Lease, references, credit/background check required. If no answer leave message. (704) 482-7504
MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $195 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (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.
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 FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE
HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704739-0259.
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
MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417
3 BEDROOM 1 BATH. $950 RENT, $950 DEPOSIT, $25 Application Fee. 1008 E. Marion St. Shelby. 704-214-4180, 704-4723100.
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
HOUSE FOR RENT 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Newly renovated! Spindale. Walking distance to the library and police station. (828) 424-0017
FOR RENT 3 BEDROOM. 1 BATH, plus basement. $800 rent, $800 deposit. 228 Tryon Road. Rutherfordton, N C. (828) 222-8128
2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE
HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $500 per month. 828382-0475.
OAKLAND ROAD 2BR APART-
MENT. Like new. Appliances, sewer, water, garbage included. $595. Small effi ciency all utilities included. $450 plus deposit/ references. 828-248-1776.
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BUFFALO STYLE CHICKEN WINGS
1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. paprika 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 10 chicken wings oil for deep frying 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup hot sauce 1 dash black pepper 1 dash garlic powder
• In a small bowl mix together the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper and salt. Place chicken wings in a large, nonporous glass dish or bowl and sprinkle flour mixture over them until they are evenly coated. Cover dish or bowl and refrigerate for 60 to 90 minutes. • Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees. The oil should be just enough to cover wings entirely, an inch or so deep. Combine the butter, hot sauce, pepper and garlic powder in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir together and heat until butter is melted and mixture is well blended. Remove from heat and reserve for serving. • Fry coated wings in hot oil for 10 to 15 minutes, or until parts of wings begin to turn brown. Remove from heat, place wings in serving bowl, add hot sauce mixture and stir together. Serve.
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FULL SERVICE CATERING 4253 S. New Hope Rd. Gastonia, NC 28056
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704-824-5502
About 10 minutes from Lake Wylie (Pole Branch Road becomes S. New Hope Road. Amber Jack is on the right)
Tuesday-Thursday ........................11am - 9pm Th hur d sday Friday. ..........................................11am - 10pm Saturday ........................................3pm - 10pm Sunday ...........................................11am - 4pm Always fresh Always fresh and seasonal and seasonal
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Stanley Family Dentistry
www.stanleyfamilydentistry.com
Lara Holland Napodano, DMD Joseph L. Keefer, DMD, MAGD
Master - Academy of General Dentistry • Full Range of Preventative, Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry
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Now Accepting Now Accepting New Patients! New Patients!
LOCATED IN STANLEY: 400 HIGHWAY 27 S • STANLEY 704-263-3770
Handsel’s Flooring Center
The Area’s #1 Discount Floor Center 101 S. Main St., Stanley, NC 28164 Carpet, LVP & Hardwood
FREE ESTIMATES!
100% WATER PROOF FLOORING!!
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ROGER BELL LINDA BELL
Shane Causby
Owner
100 N. Main St. 100 N. Main St. Stanley, Stanley, NC NC
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Phone: 704-931-0091 Fax: 704-931-0116
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Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7am-5:30pm Sat. 7am-2pm • Sun.-Closed
J&J Auto Upholstery
3739 S. New Hope Rd. Gastonia, NC 704-824-3322
jjtrm3@gmail.com
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