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Bill Bridgeman of Mt. Holly loves old houses By Alan Hodge

a degree in design. “I started doing drafting and design for an architect,” said Bridgeman. “Sometimes that took me to job sites where I learned how to do restoration construction work. I always had a problem

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Bill Bridgeman of Mt. Holly rarely meets an old house he doesn’t love. In fact, he’s taken that attraction, combined it with considerable, real-world, architectural restoration skills, and made a career out of preserving and repairing old houses and other historic structures in our area. Bridgeman developed his interest in vintage architecture in an interesting way. “In 1974 when I was in sixth grade my dad looked at an old house in Easley, S.C.,” he said. “It was my first memory of seeing one.” That scene, plus the fact that his mother owned an antiques store, planted a seed in Bridgeman that grew into a passion. The next step in his career path took Bridgeman to Winthrop University where he got

with tearing things down.” Over the years, Bridgeman has done some important projects in the name of architectural preservation. In Huntersville, he took on restoration of a home known as See BILL, Page 4

Following CDC guidance on face masks, Gov. Cooper lifts more COVID-19 restrictions

Bill Bridgeman of Mt. Holly loves restoring and repairing old homes and other structures for future generations. Photo by Alan Hodge

Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. shared an update last Friday on the state’s COVID19 progress. Throughout the pandemic, state officials have taken a data-driven approach and have been guided by the science in making decisions. Following yesterday’s guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Preven-

tion (CDC) that fully vaccinated individuals can safely do most activities without wearing a mask or the need to social distance from others, the state will remove its indoor mask mandate for most settings. Additionally, the state will lift all mass gathering limits and social distancing requirements. These changes went into effect as of 1:30 PM May 14. See GOVERNOR, Page 4

Kenan Fellowship gives North Belmont teacher an opportunity to focus on STEM skilled in “Never stop learning” is a teaching common motto science, inthat applies to tegrating North Belmont technology, Elementary and supportSchool teacher ing and fosVanessa Hairtering more ston. student-led, This sumproject-based mer, Hairston learning,” is taking on an said Hairinternship that ston. “It also she says will help her bewill offer a come an even lens for me to Vanessa Hairston better teacher show students for her students. She will how what they are learning in participate in the “Spurring the classroom applies to the Innovation in Manufacturreal-world setting.” ing” program at Cornerstone The professional develBuilding Brands in Gaffney, opment opportunity is made S.C. “This experience will available through the Kenan THE RIBBON IS CUT - The third section of the Mt. Holly Greenway was officially opened last Saturday with a ribbon cutting in Photo by Alan Hodge allow me to become more See FELLOWSHIP, Page 4 River Park. Numerous dignitaries as well as interested citizens showed up. See more on page 5.

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R ECOLLECTIONS AND R EFLECTIONS A hairy situation A few months ago I decided to grow my hair out. Hey, at my advanced age I am thankful to have plenty to go around. I know lots of folks not so fortunate including my halfbrother Wally whose dome became chrome when he was about 30 years old. But he had a big dose of bad genes. In 1970 I joined the so-called counter culture and grew long hair. At that time I was a slave at UPS and my boss Tim Griffin ( a rather gruff Yankee-man) would come to me every day and say “Hey, when you gonna get a haircut?” Only he would add a word between “a” and “haircut” that begins with the fifth letter of the alphabet. Sometimes I would get tired of long hair and would go get it cut really short- a “Steve McQueen” style. For many years I stuck to a “John Boy Walton” coif. Finding a good haircut can be hard. Lots of places I have tried over the years produced on my head what I call a “Russian Tractor Factory Worker” or a “Pudding Bowl” or a “Moe of the Three Stooges” cut. Others did better. So, as I said, for an experiment and a lark, I decided to let my mane grow again. The results have been interesting and a revelation of sorts. To begin with, I have been reminded of the fact that the human ear never stops growing. In other words, to cover my ears, my hair has had to get longer to achieve the same amount of coverage. Also,

there seems to be a bit of hairline recession along the sides of my haid. Also, a bit of thinning has happened on the top in a Friar Tuck sort of way. But I have yet had to resort to the “comb Alan Hodge Banner-News Editor over”. So . I am at a crossroads. Should I let it grow or go the Steve McQueen route. One of life’s quandaries is upon me. Hey, maybe I should grow a beard and go for the Johannes Brahms look. What do you think? As I type this I am looking at a photo of myself taken 42 years ago. Am I the same person? In some ways yes. In many ways no. The mop looks familiar. But mein jowls are about half the width they are now and the overall fizz-eek a helluva lot better than now. The pose was for fun. But there was an undercurrent of truth in it. Thomas Wolfe wrote a novel “You Can’t Go Home Again”. Maybe my new hairstyle is an attempt to do just that. Maybe not. Do you have a time and a look you would like to go back to? Can you still wear bell bottom jeans or squeeze into a micro-mini-skirt? You never know. If you go down that road from yesteryear it might end up being a somewhat hairy situation- bigger ears or not.

Johannes Brahms (above) Yours truly (left)

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I wrestled with the Bike Rack on the Trunk – Guess Who Won? By Tony Marciano My son and daughterin-law purchased their first house. It’s a brand-new home. There are blessings to purchasing a new home. Obviously, everything is new. You don’t have to wonder how much longer the AC system is going to last before it stops working. However, there are down sides to purchasing a new home. When you purchase a resale, the previous owner has added their personal touches. They may have added shelving to the garage or extra shelves in the food pantry. We had to add shelving to their food pantry. When they sell, the next owner will benefit from his work. Since their home does not have a garage, they needed a shed to store outdoor tools. My son decided instead to go with a plastic shed. It “snaps” together similar to Lego’s. There would be no power tools or no compressed air nailing machines. Just soap on the connections where they “click” together. After unloading his trunk of some items, he left it open. Sometime later, I went back to the car and noticed the trunk was still open. I’m from Jersey – we don’t trust anyone. We lock everything. I went to close the trunk. I forgot he had a two-bicycle bike rack on the trunk. It stuck out very far from the end of the trunk. Trying to be a good father, I closed it. You know what happened. The bars smacked me in the head. I felt like a football player getting tackled. If that wasn’t enough, the straps that were hanging loose smacked me in the face. I felt as though I just got hit in the head with a 2 by 4. When I joined everyone, they asked me what happened. Both my forehead and my nose were bleeding. I was a mess. It hurt. A few days later, I was in a meeting and had to explain to everyone what happened. I still think back to that moment when the bike rack hit me in the head. Had I stepped to the side of the car and closed the trunk, I would have been fine. But I didn’t. I could have gotten mad at the bike rack for attacking me. It wasn’t it’s fault. It was doing what it was supposed to do –

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strapped to the trunk with the purpose of transporting bikes. Just like I should have not tangled with the bike rack, there are people with whom I cannot win a fight. I need to step to the side of their attitude and let them say what they want but not respond. Some time ago someone was mad at me and told me what they thought of me. Rather than confront them, I just listened. When they were done, I responded, “It was good talking to you.” The call ended. I’ve learned that “Hurt People Hurt People.” Read that again. They operate out of the woundedness of their life as they pour their pain onto you. There is a Scripture verse that says, “6 “Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs. If you do, they may trample them under

their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces.” Tony Marciano C a n I paraphrase that to say, “Don’t allow the wounded people in your life to make you feel less than lovable. If you do, they’ll take your heart, trample it with their words, and leave you in a puddle of feeling like you are worthless and a second-class person.” I’ll be back in two weeks. Until then, live well my friend. Rev. Tony Marciano is the President/CEO of the Charlotte Rescue Mission. He is available to speak to your group. Go to www.charlotterescuemission.org and go to contact us- just ask for Pam.

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All in! Rev. Trent Rankin Salvation Church, Gastonia, NC salvationchurchnc.org

When we were in high school, there were a lot of different clubs you could join, like the science club, math club, monogram club etc. I remember one year in high school, I was invited to join one of the clubs. I paid my dues, but that was it. I never attended any of the meetings or took part in any of their service projects. I did, however, show up and have my picture taken with the group for the yearbook. If you look in that yearbook, you we see me with the club, yet I was not really a part of the club. Our relationship with Jesus can be that way some time. We trust in Jesus, but that is about where we stop. Then we just plan to be in heaven one day. In 2 Samuel 15:14-22 King David in on the run, fleeing from his son Absalom. His son had made rebellion and had himself proclaimed king. David fled Jerusalem with his followers before his son arrived. One of the people who followed was a man named Ittai. Ittai was a Gittite from Gath. Ittai was a Philistine, the enemy of Israel. Ittai and his followers had started following David. David told Ittai to return, since he could not guar-

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antee what would happen to them. Ittai said, “As the Lord lives, and as my lord the king lives, wherever my lord the king shall be, whether or death or for life, there also will your Rev. Trent Rankin servant be” (2 Samuel 15:21, ESV). Ittai was dedicated, he was prepared to go with David, even if it meant he would die. When we give our lives to Jesus, we are dedicating ourselves to God. It is an eternal relationship sealed with the precious blood of Jesus. It is a serious relationship of total surrender. It is so much more than just going to church from time to time, or even reading the Bible occasionally. When we come to Jesus, we must be all in, ready to walk with Him. Ittai did not know what the future held with David, but he was prepared to go in life, or if necessary, death. When Ittai joined David, he dedicated himself forever. Jesus is ready to save you today, to forgive you of your sins. The important question is, are you ready to dedicate yourself to Jesus? Are you ready to go all in?

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Looking for a good book? The BCO at 91 E. Catawba St in Belmont has a new “Little Library” in the parking lot. The library box was built by Roland Wilkerson, husband of BCO director Paula. Photo by Alan Hodge

Cramerton Historical Society collecting artifacts The Cramerton Historical Society is collecting pictures and artifacts Thursdays thru Saturdays 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Cramerton

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You can never have too much beach By Lisa Harper My husband and I, along with our dog Dixie, recently took a much needed and deserved beach vacation. We escaped to Garden City for an entire week. The weather was perfect, although we did have a couple of small rain showers. All in all we truly enjoyed visiting this tranquil, beautiful city. Ironically a few days before we left, a close friend in California called us to let us know he and his step daughter would be at the beach for about eight days. What beach you might ask? Myrtle Beach, of course, .... and his residence during this trip was just four miles from the condo we were renting. How cool was that? We had planned our trip back in January, so the timing was unbelievable. We enjoyed the pier at Garden City, which was just a stones throw from our condo. They offer an array of karaoke during the week, along with a nice menu. No big crowds, just a perfect time and place to seek sun, sand, and shelter. One of the karaoke singers was quite entertaining. His name was Frazier. He performed like a pro, and his song selections brought back memories from days gone by..a favorite era of mine..the 70’s. The beach is a medicine bottle all it’s own. One can certainly unwind, even though it is a temporary getaway, the after effects can be rewarding for much longer. Bare footing in the sand, breathing in salt air, exercise (walking), swimming in mineral rich water, and rest and relaxation are all definitely healing therapies. No doctor visit needed.

While there, we enjoyed seeing other friends as well. They live in North Myrtle beach. Both are previous Belmont residents, and they are continuing to enjoy this new chapter in their lives. Lisa Harper Something I could get use to. Lest we not forget about “food” .... whatever your favorite is...pizza or seafood, everything tastes better at the beach. We relished on both of these, along with a stop at Dairy Queen toward the end of our week. There was also a few trips to the grocery store for staples. Some of which we brought back home. This was the first time Dixie had visited the beach. She was a little reluctant to the sound and swirl of the ocean, but nevertheless, she thoroughly enjoyed the getaway as well. The fireworks, although short lived each night, did put a damper on her nerves. But now that she is a little older, this is one item we can mark off her bucket list. The beach is, for me and many others, the best form of therapy. Just being in nature, enjoying the sun and sand- it’s what takes away our anxiety or responsibility for the day. Not having to worry for a day is one of the best feelings in the world. Who would not agree with that? Our memories of the ocean will linger on, long after our footprints in the sand are gone.

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Cardboard, empty bottles, pieces of cut lumber, broken electronics, medical supplies, pieces of metal, and dozens of facemasks. That’s just a few of the things that volunteers collected as they filled up 20 trash bags during the City of Lowell Litter Sweep ton April 17. Volunteers even discovered some stormwater drains that were blocked by trash. Blocked stormwater drains can cause flooding in the street during heavy rain events and all that trash that makes it through the grates ends up in our river, creeks, and streams. Thank you to the volunteers for helping beautify Lowell and helping keep litter out of the water system.

Institute for Engineering, Technology, and Science at N.C. State University. Hairston is among 26 teachers from across the state who were chosen as Kenan Fellows for the 2021-2022 academic year. She will receive a $5,000 stipend and participate in 80 hours of professional development. North Belmont Elemen-

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care settings like nursing homes, and certain congregate settings like correctional facilities and homeless shelters. NCDHHS will continue to have strong public health recommendations for individuals to continue to protect one another until more people are vaccinated. People who are not vaccinated should wear a mask and maintain distance in all indoor public settings and in outdoor settings when they can’t maintain six feet of distance. Masks are strongly recommended for everyone at large crowded indoor events like sporting events and live performances. NCDHHS recommends public facing businesses post signage reminding guests to social distance and wear a face covering if they are not fully vaccinated; remind employees to self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19; have a plan to immediately isolate and remove sick workers; and clean high-touch surfaces once a day. Businesses may choose to continue to require that their customers wear masks. The Department of Health and Human Services will also continue to expand strategies to reach people who have not yet gotten vaccinated. Information on the state’s vaccine distribution is available at YourSpotYourShot. nc.gov (English) or Vacunate. nc.gov (Spanish). People can find nearby vaccine providers using NCDHHS’ online tool, Find a Vaccine Location. The state’s COVID-19 vaccine hotline number is 888-6754567.

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“The Parsonage”. “It took four years to rebuild so that it looked like brand new,” He said. “I used as much of the original material as possible.” One of Bridgeman’s favorite projects was the 1892 McNinch House in Charlotte’s Fourth Ward. The house has been a restaurant for the past 30 years. “I think I touched every square inch of it,” said Bridgeman. Locally, Bridgeman has been involved in the preservation of the 1843 St. Joseph’s Catholic Church near Mt. Holly. He has also served as caretaker there. In Belmont, Bridgeman has done work on the 1899 R.L. Stowe, Sr. house on E. Catawba St. that serves as the

Belmont Historical Society Museum. He is also slated to begin preservation work on the Yates Abernathy Mill House on the museum grounds. Bridgeman is a sticker for using authentic materials. He’s also a big believer in repurposing vintage wood and windows. “I am against plastic windows,” he says. “Modern materials are not as good. That’s where salvage comes in.” He also doesn’t believe in rushing a job. “Ninety percent of my work is proper preparation,” he said. So, what sort of person lets Bridgeman work his magic on their old house? “My clients are people who love their houses and want it like it was,” he said. His advice for anyone looking to get an older home? “Do your research,” he said. “Learn as much as you can about it.”

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who looks forward to sharing what she learns with her colleagues at North Belmont and other schools. “I’m hopeful that this experience will be a platform to promote something positive for our community.” Established in 2000, the Kenan Fellows program connects outstanding educators with mentors in local industries and creates opportunities that build meaningful relationships. Teachers participating in the 2021-2022 Kenan Fellows program receive leadership training to drive innovations in STEM education and help students build careerready skills. As a Kenan Fellow, Hairston becomes part of a statewide network of teacher leaders who are working collaboratively to advance STEM education in North Carolina and beyond. “I’m so thankful that an organization of this caliber recognizes remarkable talent in educators like Vanessa Hairston,” concluded Beam. “We are very happy about this experience for her.”

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tary principal Justin Beam said, “Ms. Hairston is a bright and talented teacher, who inspires her students to want to learn. She has so much to gain from the Kenan Fellowship, and we are excited by the knowledge that she will be able to share with her students.” Hairston, who has been teaching for 20 years, is looking forward to learning more about Cornerstone Building

“We can take this step today because the science shows our focus on getting people vaccinated is working,” said Governor Cooper. “But to keep moving forward – and to make sure that we keep saving lives – more people need to get vaccinated.” The ability to lift restrictions sooner than anticipated following the CDC’s guidance shows the importance of vaccinating all North Carolinians. As of last week, even more people can get vaccinated. Younger teens between 12 and 15 can now get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Young people are vulnerable to the COVID-19 virus, just like everyone else, and the percent of COVID-19 cases in North Carolina children 17 and under has been increasing. North Carolina continues to focus on distributing vaccines quickly and equitably. To date, the state has administered over 7.7 million doses. 51% percent of those 18 and up are at least partially vaccinated, and 46% percent of those 18 and up have been fully vaccinated. In accordance with the new CDC guidance, there will still be certain settings where masks and other safety measures will be required. Masks will still be required in child care, schools and camps as most children are either not yet vaccinated or are not yet eligible to be vaccinated. Everyone, including people who are fully vaccinated will still be required to wear a mask in certain settings such as public transportation, health care settings like hospitals, doctor’s offices and long-term

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Jennifer Clark represented the Carolina Thread Trail organization at the ribbon cutting. Photos by Alan Hodge

Garrie Brinkley, councilman Charles McCorkle, and Ray Patterson took in the ribbon cutting.

Mt. Holly planning director Greg Beal and daughter Tessa enjoyed the ribbon cutting ceremony.

Friends of the Greenway (FROGS) have worked long and hard on all the greenway projects in Mt. Holly.

Mt Holly Greenway ribbon cutting The third section of the Mt. Holly Greenway was officially opened last Saturday with a ribbon cutting in River Park. Numerous dignitaries as well as interested citizens showed up. The new section goes through some nice wooded areas and alongside Dutchman’s Creek.

Mt. Holly Community Development Foundation chair Janice McRorie spoke at the ribbon cutting.

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Chronicle Mill adaptive reuse project scenes Workers are making rapid progress on the Chronicle Mill adaptive reuse project on E. Catawba St. in East Belmont. When completed in the autumn of 2022, the $50 million project will have 238 apartments as well as 9,000 sq. ft. of commercial space. Studio and one bedroom apartments, which will comprise about seventy percent of the residential area, will rent for around $1,000-$1,600 a month. Photos by Alan Hodge

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Gaston County Extension & Community Association recognizes 2020 volunteers NC Extension & Community Association (ECA), in collaboration with NC Cooperative Extension, held its annual Achievement Day celebration on May 6, 2020. This event honored and celebrated Gaston County ECA volunteers’ hard work and community activities of 2020. Although COVID greatly impacted the organization’s activities last year, it certainly did not prevent ECA volunteers from serving our community. Last year, ECA contributed approximately 5,263 volunteer hours - an estimated value of $133,838 - to Gaston County. Volunteers contributed many hours to making face coverings for Gaston County businesses and residents, along with surrounding areas of North Carolina. Also, ECA volunteers continued working on projects that could be safely done at home, such as making baby quilts and caps for infants in the neonatal intensive care unit at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. The following volunteers were recognized for their outstanding 2020 ECA contributions and service hours: Patti Wells, Gastonia: 2020 Outstanding Leadership Award. Ms. Wells’ leadership during the challenges of COVID was essential to

the organization’s continued service. Karen Rhyne, Gastonia: 2020 Outstanding Member of the Year Award. Ms. Rhyne was acknowledged for her commitment and service to ECA, especially for creating an atmosphere of fun and laughter. Members were also recognized for the many volunteer hours contributed during the challenges of 2020: Linda Jozwiakowski, Gastonia: 1,000 hours Bertie Smith, Gastonia: 1,000 hours Betty Willis, Belmont: 1,000 hours Audrey Hunt, Gastonia: 500 hours Rita Kincaid, Gastonia: 500 hours Pamela Myers, Gastonia: 500 hours Angela Nona, Gastonia: 500 hours Martha Spurrier, Gastonia: 500 hours Mary Upton, Gastonia: 500 hours Patti Wells, Gastonia: 500 hours Elsie Williamson, Lowell: 500 hours Two volunteers were recognized for their length of volunteer service: Nina Tarte, Gastonia: 55 years Betty Willis, Belmont: 25 years Gaston County ECA received “Gold Level” recognition by the state association for the 5,263 volunteer hours provided.

Annual Christmastown 5k registration open The ChristmasTown 5K has become one of Gaston County’s most popular holiday traditions. Close to 1,500 runners and their supporters come to McAdenville for one night in late November to run 3.1 miles under the lights of Christmas Town U.S.A. In 2020 the event was modified due to COVID restrictions and a scaled-back light display, however race organizers are looking forward to once again hosting

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Last week’s gas shortage caused some interesting scenes. In North Belmont, a tanker truck full of fuel pulled up to the Circle K. Within minutes the parking lot was gridlock as people whipped in looking for gas. The cause of the temporary shortage was blamed on Russian computer criminals hacking into the Colonial Pipeline system. The company had the fuel flowing again by Thursday but it still took a while before stations were resupplied. Photos by Alan Hodge

Connect the Dots: It’s all about Him

Shells By Dennis Siracusa I love the diversity of the Carolinas; availability of the mountains, ocean, lakes, clear streams and endless wildlife, huge trees and wonderful history. And wrapped in that, God has wonderful lessons for us. Today I’m thinking of sea-gulls and reflecting on Myrtle Beach and why there are billions of shell fragments on the beach; whole shells that have gotten pounded to smithereens? Oh sometimes we’ll find a small half shell or even both halves but even those shells are not resplendent. Not like the beauties for sale in the beach stores. But even if we gaze at those store bought shells, given enough time, we realize something is missing….. LIFE! What happened to the creature whose home was that shell and what was its life story? Without visible life or the story, the shell is merely a dim memory. We’re not so different are we? Matthew 6:26 reminds us how special we are. “Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your Heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?” God has purpose and value with everything. And all of creation is connected through God’s imposed divine purpose for everything. So what is wrong with so many of us? Why do we so often fall short of our dreams; why can circumstances turn our lives a dull uninteresting color? I think there are two main reasons. First, we don’t do what God tells us

in Matthew 6:23. We are not diligent about asking and seeking God about our purposes and calling in life every day. Second, many of us are paralyzed by fear; fear of failure, fear of facing tough life circumstances, fear of unknowns, fear of persecution for standing up for God’s standards, and fear of rejection. FEAR, FEAR, FEAR! So what happens as a result? We turn into shells of ourselves. Dim shadows of what God meant us to be. A result far short of the glory He wants for us and do you know what? We often kid ourselves into thinking we’re doing just fine or we go to elaborate lengths to polish or reshape our image so we look good on the outside while no life resides inside us. Pharisees in the bible were referred to as whitewashed tombs; similarly there is no life inside many of us; or not much anyway; maybe just a settled for life and that is sadly impoverished. God didn’t provide all of His creation wonder as a distraction or to tantalize us but never let us enjoy it. He wants relationship with us and He wants us busy about sharing the vital truth of the gospel message. Beyond that he wants us to enjoy this earthly life abundantly not as an empty shell. Jesus Christ, during his earthly life, illuminated Himself as many things; love, truth, shepherd and door. He didn’t come to just show us the door but to teach us that He is the door, the truth and the life. We find abundant living and purpose only through Him.

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Church Directory Goshen Goshen Presbyterian Church Woodlawn St • Belmont, NC

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

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

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

New Providence Baptist Church

151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

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

Hood Memorial AME Zion Church

204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342

210 Park Street, Belmont NC

704-825-9861

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

Message of Love Church

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

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

306 Pearl Beaty Dr. 704-827-6500

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

CBC-Memorial Apostolic

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

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

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

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

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

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

Power of the Spirit Church Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church

Ebenezer United Methodist Church

503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

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

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

First United Methodist Church of Belmont

701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175

807 South Point Road 704-825-2106

The Pointe

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

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

Catawba Heights Church of God

212 South Street 704-825-7269

909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

6325 Wilkinson Blvd. 704-755-5034

312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726 122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225

118 School Street 704-827-7071

Exodus Church

Burge Memorial Methodist Church

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist

East Belmont Free Will Baptist

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

704-867-2317

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

1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826

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

Riverside Baptist Church

207 Lowell Ave. 704-824-4213

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

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

STANLEY

Tuckaseege Baptist Church

7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301

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

Amazing Grace Baptist Church

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

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church

Community Pentecostal Center

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993

320 Ralph Handsel Blvd. 704-263-8731

Westview Presbyterian Church

First United Methodist Church

Community Christian Fellowship

1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-263-2691

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

LOWELL

230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

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

Core Church 707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033

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

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

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

804 W. First Street 704-824-3383

2717 Dallas/Stanley Hwy. 704-263-4406

Lowell Free Will Baptist Church

Springﬁeld Memorial Baptist Church

3010 Lowell Rd. 704-824-9389

2920 Dallas-Stanley Highway 704-263-4426

Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church

Stanley Church of God

201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814

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

First Baptist Church of Lowell

324 N. Main St. 704-263-4041

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

Trinity Full Gospel Church

400 W. 1st St. 704-824-1215

303 Sunset Dr. 704-263-9765

Goshen Free Will Baptist Church

First Baptist Church

United In Action of Stanley

1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076

317 W. 1st St. 704-824-1213

Grace Baptist Church

5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-524-0555

New Life Church

300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

Welcome Baptist Church

Hickory Grove Baptist Church

Presbyterian Church of Lowell

3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939

207 E. 1st St. 704-824-3807

Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses

Restoration Church

1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199

1800 Spencer Mountain Rd. 704-824-5250

Lighthouse Full Gospel Church

Woodlawn Baptist Church

530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442

1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855

Living Witness Ministries

Goshen Presbyterian Church

513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd

143 Church St. 704-824-5380

Roper Street 704-601-5146

110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751

McAdenville Baptist Church

MT. HOLLY

Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God

Bethel Baptist Church

Macedonia Baptist Church

124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-965-1004

NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224

Will of God Church

501 Cramer Mountain Rd. 704-824-4286

West Cramerton United Methodist Church

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5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

Life Church

Second Baptist Church

541 Costner St. 704-827-0004

Gaston Christian Church

235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

171 S. Main St. 704-824-7785

Shiloh AME Zion Methodist

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First Baptist Church

1120 Charlotte Ave. 704-530-5174 740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181

455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church

105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

River of Life Full Gospel Church

151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831 East Wilkinson Blvd. 704-824-5319

Ridgeview Baptist Church

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

Cramerton Temple of God Church

826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999

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Cramerton Free Will Baptist

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Grace Wesleyan Church

CRAMERTON

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Lakeview Baptist Church

192 Main St. 704-824-2740

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

811 Mauney Rd.

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Carlos Oros nominated for Outstanding Graduate award

Belmont Central Students shown are Rosie Brach, Alex Bocchino, Lucy Pham. School Advisor Jennifer Painter.

Keep Belmont Beautiful 2021 Clean Campus Awards After a year off due to the pandemic, Keep Belmont Beautiful (KBB) happily resumed its yearly outdoor beautification grant program for public schools. Page Primary, Belmont Central Elementary, North Belmont Elementary, Belmont Middle and South Point High Schools wrote grant applications and were awarded $350 each. This year Belmont Middle School elected to save its grant funds until the move into its new building. Each of the other four schools met the completion date of May 6. Two teams of judges visited and scored each campus on the grant project and general grounds conditions such as absence of litter, neatness and presence of environmental projects. Nine KBB grant judges, consisting of board and community members, were delighted to visit the four schools and gave high marks and praise to each one for their work on grant projects. Community members who are interested in serving on the KBB board are asked to

phone the office at 704-825-8587 or type the following link into your browser https://www. cityofbelmont.org/keep-belmont-beautiful.

Carlos E. Oros graduated from Gaston College on May 14 with an Associate in Science degree. His mathematics instructor, Sholeh Shariat, has nominated him for an academic excellence award for his outstanding work in her Calculus III class and his contributions to the Gaston College community. Oros started at Gaston College in 2019, shortly after graduating from North Gaston High School. He had not made plans to continue his education, but friends and family recommended that he apply for community college. His experience at Gaston College changed his attitude about school and he intends to attend UNC-Charlotte to major in Mathematics. “Gaston College was really enjoyable,” he said. “I’ve really appreciated the people there and interactions with my professors.” He plans to become a high school teacher or perhaps a college professor. In her nomination of Oros for the Associate in Science Outstanding Graduate award,

Shariat said, “Carlos received an A for all his assignments and tests in my Calculus III class this semester and has also completed the extra work to make the class an Honors course. He is a very bright and motivated student, has done extremely well on all his tests and projects, and works very well with other students in the Math Lab. Carlos is an excellent student tutor in the Gaston College Carlos E. Oros Learning Center and has had very positive impact was a member of the Gaston on the students’ learning and College Math Team that took success. He also worked as my first place in team competiassistant in my pre-calculus al- tion at the 2019 North Carogebra class.” lina Mathematical Association Shariat cited Oros’ other of Two Year Colleges math activities at Gaston College, tournament. Oros is also in the including participation in the Gaston College SPARC proMath Club, serving as secgram, which offers scholarretary in 2019-2020 and as vice-president in 2020-2021. ships to Associate in Science In those roles, he helped orga- students who show academic nize Math Club meetings and merit and intend to major in prepared club members for a STEM field at a four-year future math tournaments. He university.

2021 high school graduation plans North Belmont Shown is Principal Justin Beam near the entrance to the Reading Garden.

South Point High School Students shown are Sarayu Kudaravalli, Patrick Pang, Nathan Darden, Julia Ho. School Advisor Kay Ziemer.

Page Primary School Students shown are Leo Dobbis, Smith Henriksen, Willow Tobin, Colin Ernst, Bonnie Carlson. Principal Todd Goff. Parents Judy Dobies, Dawn Tobin were helpers.

Because of COVID concerns, last year’s Gaston County high school graduation ceremonies were a socially distant departure from the usual festivities. This year, the Class of 2021 event will look more like the traditional deal- but with a twist on the time frame. Ergo, Gaston County Schools plans to hold inperson ceremonies for high school graduations and the ceremonies will be held outdoors in cohorts. The graduations were originally scheduled for Saturday, May 29, but Gaston Schools leaders approved a plan at the March 15 meeting that will break graduation up into groups and times to allow for current COVID-19 protocols.

Graduation for most Gaston County high schools will be held the night of Friday, May 28. Traditionally, graduations were held on Saturday mornings. Each school would hold two graduation ceremonies on May 28, with the Cohort A family starting at 5:30 p.m. and Cohort B family starting at 8 p.m.: These schools include: Ashbrook, Bessemer City, Cherryville, East Gaston, Forestview, Highland Hunter Huss, North Gaston, South Point, Stuart W. Cramer. The following schools will hold graduation ceremonies on the following days: Gaston Early College - May 20, Gaston Virtual Academy - May 26, Warlick - May 26, Webb - May 26.

Of course, COVID and other safety practices will be in place at the events. These will include- health screening, temperature checks, metal detecting, masks required, social distancing. Graduation seniors will be required to stay for both ceremonies and the entire class will march into and out of the stadium together. In the event of inclement weather, a second attempt to hold the ceremonies would be on Saturday, May 29 at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Gaston Schools also plans to offer a minimum of four tickets per graduate, and a prerecorded video showing each graduate will be available for those unable to attend the ceremonies.

Congratulations to Molly Matthews (left) and Tristan Nogueira (right) of Stuart W. Cramer High School who were selected as 2021 nominees competing for best actor and best actress in this year’s Blumenthal Performing Arts High School Musical Theater Awards, also known as The Blumey Awards. Both Molly and Tristan will participate in a two-day workshop focused on voice, acting, and dance, led by industry professionals. After this workshop, Blumenthal officials say all nominees will audition a second time to determine the regional winners for best actor and best actress who will participate in the National High School Musical Theater Awards (known as the The Jimmy Awards).

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South Point names NCHSAA 2020-2021 Fall Sports Scholar Athlete Teams and Individual Scholar Athletes By Charlotte Sautner All eight fall sports teams and 76 individual athletes at South Point earned scholar athlete recognition by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association for the 2020-2021 fall sports season. Teams of 5 or more members must have a 3.1 or higher unweighted GPA to earn the award, while individuals must achieve at least a 3.5 weighted GPA during the first semester. South Point Scholar Athlete teams and GPAs: Varsity Volleyball (3.695); Men’s Varsity Cross Country (3.781); Women’s Varsity Cross Country (3.493); Women’s Varsity Basketball (3.425); Men’s Varsity Swimming (3.705); Women’s Varsity Swimming (3.568); Men’s Varsity Basketball (3.545); Men’s Varsity Soccer (3.607). South Point’s Individual Scholar Athletes: Sullivan Absher, Davis Adcock, George Adcock, Nicole Allen, Ayden Baker, Ronald Baker, Lexi Birtwistle, Jackson Blee, Avery Boyd, Mason Braswell, Elyssa Brown, Catherine Carr, Connor Corcoran, Braylan Crouch, Zachary Cunningham, Matthew Dalton, Ian Davis, Anna Dunbar, Henry Eisenhuth, Matthew Erickson, Jack Fangman, Jenna Feduniec, Cooper Feezell, Quinton Futrell, Sofia Gomez-Reynoso, Edwin Gore,

Sean Gore, Lillian Gregory, Holly Hackney, Briana Hannon, William Harris, Carson Helton, Peter Holland, Anna Huffstickler, James Johnson, Grayson Jordan, Adam King, Camryn Kline, Jason Lareau, Courtney Leach, Avery Lester, Sydney Lester, Emelia Lewandowski, Addison Lomick, Abigail Martin, Gavin Maynard, Kailee McAlister, Luke McMahan, Olivia Milford, Alex Millspaw, Samantha Narciso, Charles Natale, Dylan Nicks, Jaroslav O’Gorman, Emmanuel Paddyfote, Madison Peek, Connor Proud, Emily Prusia, Asheton Queen, Justin Ray, Emily Revels, Kamryn Shipman, Anna Smith, Georgia Smith, Luke Smith, Gustavo Tadokoro, Cara Targonski, Gabrielle Tracy, Brooke Villemagne, Jordan Villemagne, Caden Wagner, Emma White, Novian Williams, Grant Woliver, Garrett Ziemer, Genevieve Ziemer.

James Johnson, Alex Millspaw, Emmanuel Paddyfote, Conner Proud, Tyler Rash, Justin Ray, Grant Woliver.

Men’s Varsity Soccer: Ronald Baker, Zachary Bond,

Ian Davis, Peter Holland, Grayson Jordan, Adam King, Jason Lareau, Addison Lomick, Gavin Maynard, Dylan

Nicks, Jaroslav O’Gorman, Gustavo Tadokoro, Novian Williams, Garrett Ziemer.

Women’s Varsity Cross Country: Nicole Allen, Catherine Carr, Jenna Feduniec, Chloe Gander. Sofia Gomez-Reynoso, Lillian Gregory, Camryn Kline, Emelia Lewandowski, Abigail Martin, Olivia Milford, Samantha Narciso, Madison Peek, Anna Smith, Jordan Villemagne, Grace Woliver. Women’s Varsity Basketball: Lexi Birtwistle, Elyssa Brown, Rickaija Collins, Lillian Gregory, Kira Jarrell, Courtney Leach, Asheton Queen, Kamryn Shipman, Tracy Gabrielle, Emma Wanner.

South Point NCHSAA Scholar Athlete Teams:

Men’s Varsity Basketball: Sullivan Absher, Ayden Austin, Ayden Baker, Jackson Blee, Cooper Feezell, Sean Core, William Harris, Garret Hunt, Charles Natale, Justin Ray Jaquis Rumph.

Women’s Varsity Volleball: Braylan Crouch, Anna Dunbar, Holly Hackney, Briana Hannon, Kylie Jackson, Kailee McAlister, Emily Prusia, Chloe Ratliff, Emily Revels, Georgia Smith, Genevieve Ziemer.

Men’s Varsity Swimming: George Adcock, Davis Adcock, Henry Eisenhuth, Matthew Ericksen, Quinton Futrell, Edwin Gore, Carson Helton, Jameson Malo, Luke McMahan, Lucas Smtih, Caden Wagner.

Men’s Varsity Cross Country: George Adcock, Davis Adcock, Ayden Austin, Mason Braswell, Connor Corcoran, Zachary Cunningham, Matthew Dalton, Jack Fangman, William Harris,

Women’s Varsity Swimming: Avery Boyd, Sofia Gomez-Reynoso, Anna Huffstickler, Avery Lester, Sydney Lester, Kirsten Lynch, Kailee McAlister, Cara Targonski, Brooke Villemagne,

Belmont Middle baseball ends perfect season Belmont Middle School defeated York Chester Middle 16-0 in the season ending game last Monday. Luke Oberman and Reid Wilson of BMS combined on the no hitter striking out nine. Carter Rowe led the way at plate going 3-3.

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Kenan Helton, Brody Crawford, Hunter Dye, Luke Oberman, Reid Wilson, Jonathan Kalmbach, Garrett Tidd, Walker Spargo, Blake Hartness, and Colin Drumm had one hit each. Belmont finishes the season 5-0.

South Point senior, Ayden Baker, has signed a National Letter of Intent to play basketball at North Greenville University. Seated from the left are: Stan & Debbie Gainey, Ayden’s grandparents; Ayden; Andrian and David Baker, Ayden’s parents. Standing from the left are: Kody Kubbs, South Point High School head men’s basketball coach; Stephanie Denton, South Point High School Assistant Principal; Christina Jones, friend of Ayden’s; Zac Baker, Ayden’s brother; Garrett Voorhees, friend of Ayden’s; Erin Stokes, South Point High School counselor; Devares Friday, South Point High School assistant men’s basketball coach and Kent Hyde, South Point High School Athletic Director. Photo by Charlotte Sautner

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South Point senior, Omari Hunt, who was recently selected to play in the NC East-West All Star Football Game later this summer, has signed a National Letter of Intent to play football at Virginia University of Lynchburg. Seated from the left are: Adam Hodge, South Point High School head football coach; Omari; Kandi Howell, Omari’s mother; and Brian Andrews South Point High School defensive coordinator. Standing from the left are: James Justice, South Point High School linebackers coach; Kent Hyde, South Point High School Athletic Director; Sarah Little, South Point High School Counselor, and Will Buchanant, South Point High School School Assistant Principal. Photo by Charlotte Sautner

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For their final game of the season, the Gaston Christian School girl’s soccer team played Asheville School in the first round of the NCISAA State Tournament but lost 6-1. These girls had a great season, with a few mishaps at the end. They played with a lot of heart this season. Thanks to all of the coaches.

Ida Rankin Elementary food drive nets 3 tons CLUES ACROSS

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Ida Rankin Elementary recently turned in their best results yet for their food drive! This year’s “One Book, One School - Stock the Shelves with Kind Words” resulted in over three tons...that’s t-o-n-s... of donations to our pantry. According to Dr. Donna Kelly, Ida Rankin’s principal, this was one of the best food drives yet. She said, “We ended up with 7,564 items. Our top class was Ms. Pearson’s 2nd grade with 1,544 items. Her top student, Brayden Shrewsbury, brought in 1,336 cans all on his own. Brayden’s great-grandmother, Peggy Putnam, was a Mount Holly community leader who passed away recently. She worked at the CRO for over 30 years. Brayden wanted this can food drive to be extra special in memory of his great-grandmother. Brayden and all of our Rankin students and families worked hard to gather canned food and other nonperishable goods so we could support our school and our community.” Gaston Schools photos

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CLAIM FOR CLEAR TITLE -JETSKI. To all persons claiming an interest in: 1995 - 10’ - Fiberglass - Bombardier ZZNE4010C595. Robert Jackson III will apply to SCDNR for title on watercraft/outboard motor. If you have any claim to the watercraft/outboard motor, contact SCDNR at 803-734-3699. Upon thirty days after the date of the last advertisement if no claim of interest is made and the watercraft/outboard motor has not been reported stolen, SCDNR shall issue clear title. Case #: 20210421950221 (803) 734-3699

ASSISTANT MANAGER. Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity is seeking an Assistant Manager for ReStore 269. Applicants should be team oriented, have excellent customer service skills and a friendly and industrious personality. Physical labor including lifting required on this job. Retail management experience helpful. Send resume to RCHFH, PO Box 1534, Rutherfordton, NC 28139. No phone calls please.

RESTORE ASSOCIATE. Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity is seeking a ReStore Associate. Excellent customer service skills are a must. Applicants must work well with others and have a friendly and industrious personality. Must be able to lift 75 lbs, assist customers with merchandise, answer phone and greet customers. Other duties include loading and unloading ReStore donations and assist with overall store cleanliness. Applications available at the Habitat ReStore at 686 W. Main Street, Forest City. No phone calls please.

EXPERIENCED CARPENTERS & SIDING HANGERS NEEDED. (Must Have Own Hand Tools) Pay Based On Experience. “We Do 1st QUALITY WORK!” Contact Geno Wyatt at Wyatt Construction. (864) 4908323

1ST ANNUAL CAR SHOW. SAFE HARBOR COMMUNITY CHURCH. Sat, May 29, 2021, 10am-2pm. FOOD LION / ROSES Parking Lot. 1314 Shelby Road, Kings Mtn, NC 28086. HOT DOGS & BBQ SANDWICH PLATES. Silent Auctions, Door Prizes, 50/50 Sale, Etc. EVERYONE WELCOME. Rain Date June 5, 2021. Questions 704-917-8221 PROCEEDS TO BUILDING FUND.

WANTED: Someone to tear down a 8 x 10 building and haul away. Call: 704-466-8997.

PARTTIME HELPER NEEDED. Miscellanous and Home Repair. Must be dependable. (704) 297-0022

HAVE A CLEAN DRIVING RECORD? AA UNITED CAB COMPANY is hiring qualiﬁed individuals for driver positions. “Must Pass Drug Test & Physical”. Call (704) 482-7000 HELP WANTED: RIVERSIDE RIDING STABLES. Trail Guide, own transportation, dependable, prefer female. Full/ Part-time. Must have experience with horses. Serious Inquiries Only! 828-288-1302. NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. (704) 473-0341

5 NEW ITEMS EVERY DAY. HometownShelby.com 1 Shopping Deal, 1 Business Opportunity, 1 Upcoming Event, 1 News Bit and 1 Kids Deal posted each day. Just look under the day of the week name at HometownShelby.com NC4Ever@email.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

EMPLOYMENT CURRENTLY SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED Automotive Mechanic. You will be required to have valid driver’s license and your own tools. 704-4829789 NOW HIRING. Experienced roofers needed. (704) 477-0516 COUNTER SALESMAN NEEDED. Auto Parts U Pull & Scrap Metal of Lincolnton. Apply in person at 851 Car Farm Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092, 704-735-5085. IN NEED OF PARTS PULLER. Auto Parats U Pull & Scrap Metal of Lincolnton. Must have your own tools. Apply in person at 851 Car Farm Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092, 704-735-5085. HEALTHY TOUCH HOME CARE, LLC now hiring CNA’s and PCA’s. Please contact our ofﬁce Mon.-Fri., 8:00-5:00, 704-466-3041 or 704-481-7367; 1525 E. Marion St., Shelby.

SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC NEEDED. HoJoe Powersports & Equipment is looking to hire a full-time small engine mechanic. Experience a must! Background check & valid driver license required. EOE. Apply in person at 110 Grigg St., Shelby, NC FEMALE WANTED TO HELP WITH ELDERLY LADY. Saturdays & Sundays. References & Criminal Background Check required. (704) 484-8111 HOUSEPARENT NEEDED Children’s Homes has an opening for individual to work as houseparent who is experienced working with or want to care for children/youth. It is a live in position for seven days on and then off seven days. Must be 21 and have a high school/GED or higher.degree. Houseparents will be responsible for managing the home and all areas associated with parenting children. Responsibilities include being a positive role model, preparing meals, taking them to appointments and administer medications. We usually have up to six children at one home with a full time houseparent and a part time helper. We have up to eight children at the other grouphome with two full time houseparents. Paid health, dental and vision insurance after three months. Christmas bonus. Retirement incentive after one year. $22,000. -$23,000. per year We also need part time workers for evening and weekends. $10.00 per hr. (704) 471-1150 rita@laurashomesnc.org NEEDED: GUTTER INSTALLER Job: Help install seamless guttering. 30-40 hours per week. Must have drivers license. Call for appointment, (704) 466-3510 NOW HIRING Experienced Laborer. Call 704-477-0516.

PLANT DELIVERY SPECIALST. The Plant Delivery Specialist role is a diverse position, involving professional customer service, communication, and quality control. This position requires an Active CDL class A license. We are looking for motivated individuals who can manage their time effectively. The role requires drive and a sense of accountability because the day-to-day working environment will involve very little direct supervision. Responsibilities/ Requirements: Safely and Professionally operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle. Communicate directly with customers to insure timely delivery of product. Make all assigned deliveries within the allotted time frame. Possess an active CDL Class A license. Provide Customer relation support. “tailgate” Plants to rear of trailer for customer. Maintain/ Manage proper Invoicing and Accountability practices. Additional information: Paid Orientation and Training. Constant and Regular WEEKLY Home Time. Full-Time Year-Round Employment. Top Pay package. Entry Level Opportunities Available. (407) 792-5956 ed@eastcoasttropicals.com SHELBY CAREGIVER. Part time Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm. Non-smoker, good driver with car. Spend time with learning disabled female adult. Socialize, shop, lunch, sightsee. 2 Saturdays a month. $12 an hour. Leave message why you want this job. 828-894-8356. HOLY ANGELS FOUNDATION. Join our team! NOW HIRING! Instant interviews. For more information, visit www. H o l yA n g e l s N C.or g / c are er s 6600 Wilkinson Blvd., Belmont, NC 28012 ONE ON ONE CARE is hiring for all shifts. Full/part-time hours available. Group homes are 6 beds or less. CNA/Nursing assistant jobs available but not required. No exp. necessary, all trainings included. Please apply in person at 203 Lee St., Shelby. SALES ASSOCIATE POSITION (FULL TIME). JB Ellis Locksmith is looking to hire a full time Sales Associate. Customer service experience a plus! Valid drivers license and background check required. EOE. Apply in person at 110 Grigg St., Shelby, NC.

BUSINESS SERVICES

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

IT’S TIME TO TRIM CREPE MYRTLE TREES. Spreading Mulch or Gravel, minor chainsaw work and storm clean-up. I can do many of your outside chores with over 15 years experience all over Cleveland County and stretching to the Forest City area. Nice, honest, dependable, clean, drug-free, he’s an all around great guy and handyman, so call Rob today and see what I can help you with. (980) 295-0750

TRUCK DRIVER POSITIONS AVAILABLE. TRUCK DRIVER - CDL A - 1 YEAR EXP. - FLATBED DRIVERS - $3000 SIGNON BONUS - WEEKENDS OFF - WEEKLY PAY - BENEFITS - KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC Ph. 1-800-811-0947 EXT 129 FULL TIME MAINTENANCE MAN NEEDED. Maintain rental properties. Must have valid NC Drivers license. Pay depends on experience. (704) 473-4299 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 COATS PERFORMANCE MATERIALS (Patrick Yarns) 501 York Road, Kings Mountain. Apply Within. For more information, email jobs-northamerica@coats.com or call 980-2912216. HIRING IMMEDIATELY ! Multiple Positions. Days and Nights Available. ABM Industries at NEG located at 940 Washburn Switch Rd., Shelby, NC. Apply at abm.jobs@jobaline.com Questions? Call 704-434-2261 ext. 22473

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES DAILY BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. HometownShelby.com announces a new Business Opportunity daily. Visit online and click on the day of the week. NC4Ever@email.com

BUSINESS SERVICES

MIND & BODY WELLNESS, PLLC. At Mind & Body Wellness, we treat Behavioral Health, Suboxone Therapy for opioid addiction, and Primary Care! From childhood to geriatrics, we’re here for examination, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing wellness. Completely HIPAA approved Telehealth appts! (910) 387-3840 ltindall@ mindandbodywellnesspllc.com J & H JUNK REMOVAL Locally owned and operated company, offering Junk Removal, Demo Services, and MORE! Serving Rutherford, Cleveland, Polk counties and surrounding areas. Call today for your free estimate! (828) 351-9168 hardinjonesmoving@gmail. com PAINTING SERVICES. Over 25 years experience, affordable prices. Professional results. References available. Free estimates. Charles, or leave message. (704) 435-8062. LOOK! WANT YOUR UTILITY BUILDING MOVED? Call me, Richard Baker. We move anywhere. (704) 473-9736 RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR AVAILABLE for small job repairs and ﬁxes. Deck repair a specialty. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Bob, 828-476-6058.

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 CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Spring Tuneup Special, $59.95. 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. EXPERIENCED CARPENTER looking for work, porches, decks, room additions, etc. I have tools and transportation and OSHA certification. 704974-4793. CANIPE’S PROPERTY MAINTENANCE, LLC 704-692-7536 Mulch, Gravel, Brush Clean Up, Driveway Repair, Parking Pad, Tractor Work. Call Chuck 704-692-7536. HANDYMAN SERVICES. NOW IS THE TIME for all your pressure washing needs. Offering: mulching, trees and bushes trimmed, clean flower beds, minor repairs, decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available. We will show up and do the job. Call us first, 704-692-4449.

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

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 135 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 980-522-5606 or contact us through our website timsroof.com. We would like to earn your business. (980) 522-5606 sales@timsroof.com BUSH HOGGING & GRASS CUTTING. Reasonable Prices! Cleveland County Area. Call (704) 472-4037

WHOLESALE GUTTER SUPPLY. SPI Distribution is your local source for gutter coil and accessories. Stocking 14 of the most popular colors along with top leaf protection options. Conveniently located along I-74 at 5123 E. Dixon Blvd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Better Quality - Better Service everyday. (704) 750-4395 spisales@ spigutter.com

ANTIQUES UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION: Farm House Decor, Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Toys, Jewelry and MORE. Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-4pm. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on FB. 828-3820075.

CHILD CARE FULL TIME NANNY NEEDED. WE ARE IN NEED OF A FULL TIME NANNY AND LIGHT HOUSEKEEPER. WE LIVE IN THE STONEVILLE, NC AREA. WE HAVE A HIGH ENERGY CHILD WHO LOVES THE OUTDOORS. WE ARE SEEKING CARE M-F; 8-5. REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: CPR, NON-SMOKER, GOOD WITH PETS, RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION, REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED, RESUME SUGGESTED. CANDIDATES WITH CHILDREN ARE WELCOME TO APPLY. BACKGROUND CHECK WILL BE PERFORMED PRIOR TO HIRE. (252) 622-8684 JESSICAB R O O K E 110 3 @YA H O O. COM

YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY 2 FAMILY YARD SALE. Saturday, May 22, 8am-1pm. Household items, clothes, shoes and much more. 2249 Albert Blanton Rd., Shelby, NC 28152 COMMUNITY YARD SALE. Sat. May 22nd, 2021, 7am -2pm. Come See Us At The Depot!! We are sure to have something you need!! 202 Price Street, Lattimore, NC 28089 TOWNWIDE YARD SALE, MOORESBORO. Sat. June 12th, 2021 from 06:00 AM - ? 306 West Main Street, Mooresboro, NC 28114 2 FAMILY YARD SALE Sat., May 22nd, 2021 from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Including Tools, Household Items & Much More! 406 & 444 Trinity Ch. Rd., Mooresboro, NC 28114

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FOR SALE

PETS & LIVESTOCK

GASTON COUNTY

DEER CORN. SHELLED, 50lbs, $8. 828-287-3272.

HIGH QUALITY BANNERS FOR SALE. We offer many sizes and options. Call for more info and price. 704-692-4449 or 828-248-1408.

WANTED: LOOKING FOR OLDER Martin or Gibson guitar. Gift for uncle. Would consider other quality brands. God Bless. 704-538-9207, 843670-9727.

AMERICAN BULLY WITH PAPERS, $400.00. White and grey male 13 week old puppy, will only sell to a good home. (980) 238-9544

BENEFIT YARD SALE. Sat., May 22nd, 2021 from 7:00 AM 12:00 PM at the 8th St. Church of God, 906 S. 8th St., Bessemer City, NC 28061. All proceeds go to the NC Church of God Children’s Home. For more info call 704-674-7919.

FOR SALE (2) CEMETARY PLOTS FOR SALE. Great Deal! Cleveland Memorial Park. $7,245 for both! For more info call 704-4732435. UTILITY TRAILER FOR SALE. 7 X 10 ft., used for hauling lawnmowers, golf carts, etc. Tail gate equipped with Gorilla lift. Call 828-289-4417.

1999 REBEL CUSTOM SINGLE CAR CARRIER TRAILER. Locking tool box, double tandem, 16ft bed, GVWR=7,000, pull-out ramps. $3,000. 828245-7866 leave message. ZERO TURN GRASSHOPPER LAWN MOWER FOR SALE. Diesel engine, 61” cut, $3800. Deal of the day!! 828-429-3100. DEER CORN, 60 POUND BAG. $7.00. Callahan Farms. 704-300-5341- Steve; 704-4728865 - Cletus; 704-300-5341Todd (704) 692-1627 FOR SALE. Upright piano $450. Also Bernina serger sewing machine. 97 Western Novels (Mostly All New!) only $90 (704) 825-5701 PROPANE GRILL TANKS REFILLED. Only $10.99. Call 828287-3272. TOMATO PLANTS FOR SALE $2, $3 OR $5. Coming Soon-Strawberry Plants - $2/ ea. Assorted Hanging Baskets by June. Please help me turn my hobby into a business. Located at 2553 Whelchel Rd., Mooresboro, NC 28114. Open: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri and Sat., 9am - Dark. Closed -Wed. & Sunday.

WHIRLPOOL POWER SAVER AIR CONDITIONER 18,000 BTU, thermostat controlled, comes with support bracket, only used 1 summer, been in storage, $290. Cherry entry or sofa table, 48x20x29, has a few scratches, still good shape, $40; Big Man wooden rocking chair, $50. (704) 297-0063 OLDER MODEL SNAPPER. Riding lawnmower. Call for info. (828) 201-0133 FREE SWIMMING POOL. Need help to get. Call for info. 828-980-4731. (828) 980-4731 INDUSTRIAL SEWING MACHINE CONSEW #225 with rug binder attachment. $500.00. Call: 704-482-1595. TRAILER FOR SALE. 7X20 3500 lb axles. Dual Axle with loading ramps, wired with lights, $2500. 828-829-3468. 50+ TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW. More on the way! Areas largest selection, quality, best price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 828-245-5895. SCREEN PRINTING SUPPLIES FOR SALE. Real Cheap! Call 828-289-3601. HAVE A TRAILER NOT USING? SELL IT! J. Johnson Sales INC. Buy, Sale, Trade trailers. Must have title. Call 828-245-5895.

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 4876855 WEATHER PERMITTING: SUNDAY, 5/16, 8AM-2PM. Parking area of Southside Flea Market, 1316 South Lafayette St., Shelby. Solid Leather belts & billfolds, men’s clothing; overalls, carp pants, etc., socks, signs, ﬂags, paper products, washing products & other misc items. PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788

HANDYMAN SERVICES. NOW IS THE TIME for all your pressure washing needs. Offering: mulching, trees and bushes trimmed, clean ﬂower beds, minor repairs, decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available. We will show up and do the job. Call us ﬁrst, 704-692-4449.

1980-1992 FORD TRUCK PARTS. Cabs, doors, etc. Call for price! (704) 300-1818 kim_ hopper@bellsouth.net

ENCLOSED TRAILER IN STOCK. Dump trailers in stock and more on the way! J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

LOST CAT! Graham Street/Uptown Shelby. Gray/Tan/White Female. Tipped ear. REWARD. If found call Pat. 704-419-2059.

FLAG POLES, FLAGS IN STOCK. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. Call 828-245-5895.

TRAILER AND TRUCK. 2017 20 ft. Tandem Axle Travel Trailer, 4 new tires. Sleeper sofa, 1 side dining room (makes bed). $16,000.00 OBO. Bought new by a lady. Selling due to illness. 2015 Ford F150 Platinum Truck with ARE Cover. New tires. 30,000 miles. Owned by a lady. $39,000.00. 828-405-8316. ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Zero down. Call for more details. 828-382-0455. 16X40 OR TWO STORY BUILDINGS BUILT ON SITE. 1 DAY INSTALL. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895. DELICIOUS SWEET SUGAR-FREE HEALTHY JUICE. www.USACarolina.com is where you will ﬁnd numerous products made in North Carolina from Muscadines. NC4Ever@email.com

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

WANT TO BUY LOOKING FOR SMALL BUILDING TO BUY with 2 WINDOWS. (Kings Mountain Area). Call (704) 750-4081

CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES FOR SALE. Our Chihuahua puppies have the most adorable personalities, rare colors and extremely healthy. All of our Chihuahua puppies are bred in our home and are extremely socialized and loved! They are fun-loving, sweet, and very docile! Please Call or Text: 919-891-1841. timursgcu@aol.com

PETS & LIVESTOCK

1998 HARLEY DAVIDSON FATBOY. 46K miles. Ape Hangers, Custom Exhaust. $4500. (704) 472-1937 2002 HARLEY SPORTSTER for sale. 15,000 miles, new tires and new brakes. $4,200.00. 704-538-7784.

CAMPERS

17 BABY DUCKS. $4 each or $3 each for all. (704) 466-8741

WE BUY JUNK VEHICLES. WE PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR JUNK CARS, TRUCKS, VANS. CALL US ANYTIME. (704) 487-5244 CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228

18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,395. 704-482-3166.

ALL TERRAIN MWD ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR. Frontier V6 (A7) by Magic Mobility. “Like New!” Must See! Cost $7000 will take $2000. Call (864) 4913439

LOST & FOUND

CARS & TRUCKS

2016 BUICK LACROSSE PREMIUM. One owner, 94k miles, 6 cylinder, auto, loaded with all options, highway miles, lady driven, never smoked in, like new. Asking $13,000. Call 704-692-4449.

GIFT SHOP NOW OPEN ONLINE. USAGift.shop Now Open Online. Where the gift selection changes often. Visit Online NC4Ever@email.com

HAVE A STORAGE BUILDING NOT USING, OUTGROWN IT? Sell it, trade in for new bigger one. We take trades, we buy used buildings. Must be factory built, able to move. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895.

MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERVICE. Time to stock up for next fall! $60 per load. Oak or mixed. 828-395-0758.

UTILITY BUILDINGS, STORAGE BUILDINGS. Steel, Wood, Vinyl. Some fully insulated, 1 to 2 day delivery if buy from stock. Cash or low down payment with monthly payments. No credit ok. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828245-5895. BASKET OF MIXED GRAY STONE. You Haul. $150. 3 railroad ties, 2 telephone fence posts, $25 for all. You haul. Volleyball/badmiton poles $25. You haul. (704) 477-1936

BUSINESS CARDS FOR SALE. 1,000 Black & White, $35.00 plus tax. Buy Local! Call 828-248-1408.

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

SHELBY SHOPPING. www. ShelbyNC.shop is the new way to shop Shelby area shops, stores, boutiques and more. Visit Online NC4Ever@email.com

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

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

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

CARPORTS, GARAGES, BUILDINGS, RV, BOAT COVERS IN STOCK. Areas largest on site display. Best selection, quality price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 Hwy. 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895. RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GO-KARTS, MINI-BIKES. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704-4769383. REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443 1970 CADILLAC MOTOR for sale. 472 cubic in. $750.00. 704-473-1079. OLD RECORDS LOT OF 7000. Over 7000 records, ranging from 40’s to early 70’s. Condition from good to brand new in plastic cover. NO Cherry picking. Must sell the entire lot. Records collected over several years. IE: Sinatra, Cline Elvis, etc. Serious buyers only please! (828) 625-9744 csisams@ hotmail.com

WANT TO BUY 8FT. BUSHHOG. Please call, 828-4539854.

RED SEX LINK PULLETS. Red Sex Link Pullets (AKA Golden Comets) hatched 4/6/21. $10 each. Please e-mail or call and leave a message. (704) 7397806 ldb157722@gmail.com DOG KENNELS. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 20x20 tops, split kennels. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. 828245-5895. LABRADOODLE PUPPIES. F-2, ready to go. Health guaranteed. 7 wks. $1200. (864) 492-2880

WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, PopUp Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935. WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488. WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

FARM & GARDEN GARDEN TILLING SERVICES AVAILABLE. Tractor with 6’ rototiller. Reasonable prices. No job too big or small. Call 704692-4079 (704) 692-4079 NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-287-3272.

BOATS V-HULL 14FT BOAT/MOTOR/ TRAILER. Aluminum V-hull boat, motor, trailer, anchor, gas tank, light kit $1500. Also large bird cage, $60. Rabbit hutch, $40. 704-434-7016. (704) 6005596

LABRADOODLE PUPPIES. Two female and 3 Male Labradoodle Puppies. Mom is a yellow AKC Lab and Dad is an AKC full size Poodle. One male is a copper or red color and others are cinnamon and light tan. Currently 6 weeks ready for new home at 8 weeks. Red Male $1200 others $1000. Don 864-492-5138. dvcaldwell38@ gmail.com

CARS & TRUCKS 2011 BUICK ENCLAVE CXL-1. Silver, V6 Auto, 3rd Row Seat, Sunroof and Moonroof, Leather, 196,000 miles, Rebuilt Motor, DVD Player, Chrome Wheels, $9800. Call (704) 300-1818

2014 PALOMINO COLUMBUS FIFTH WHEEL EXCELLENT CONDITION 2014 PALOMINO COLUMBUS 385BH FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER. WE PURCHASED BRAND NEW IN 2013 AND HAVE KEPT THE MAINTENANCE UP-TO-DATE. WE RECENTLY INSTALLED A NEW 15,000 BTU AIR CONDITIONER, BRAND NEW REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN, TWO NEW TOILETS, AND SKYLIGHT IN MAIN BATHROOM. NEW TIRES WERE INSTALLED IN 2020 AND A NEW BLACK WATER VALVE A MONTH AGO. ALL DEN FURNITURE HAS BEEN RECOVERED RECENTLY AS WELL. ALL SLIDES WORK AS EXPECTED AND EACH SLIDE HAS AN AWNING OVER IT. THERE IS A CLOSET WITH WASHER/DRYER HOOKUPS IN THE MASTER BEDROOM AND THERE IS AN OUTSIDE KITCHEN WITH A SECOND MICROWAVE, REFRIGERATOR AND SINK. THERE IS A CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEM INSIDE WHICH WORKS GREAT! THE THERMOSTAT WORKS FOR HEAT AND AIR AND THERE IS A GAS FIREPLACE IN THE DEN WITH A BLOWER FOR CHILLY NIGHTS. THE BUNKHOUSE WOULD SLEEP 4-5 KIDS AND HAS A SEPARATE 1/2 BATH AND ENTRY/ EXIT DOOR. EACH TIME WE TAKE OUT, WE THOROUGHLY CLEAN THE INSIDE AND IT LITERALLY STILL SMELLS BRAND NEW. THE ONLY FLAW IS THE TOP OF THE CAP IS FADING A BIT. WE HAVE HAD IT WASHED AND WAXED FOR THE NEW OWNER TOO! IT’S REALLY A GREAT FIFTH WHEEL AND WE ARE ONLY SELLING BECAUSE WE DON’T NEED A BUNKHOUSE ANY LONGER. PLEASE CALL/TEXT FOR MORE INFO AND PICTURES. (704) 477-0870 JOYCOOKE711@GMAIL.COM

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Gaston Christian baseball... Gaston Christian School varsity baseball has wrapped up their season. The final game was a loss to Hickory Grove 10-0 in the second round of the NCISAA Tournament. This team fought hard all season. Good luck to the seniors next year and thanks to the coaches. GCS photos

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Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

CAMPERS

REAL ESTATE

FOR RENT

NICE 2006 TOY HAULER. 34’ long. New mattresses, sleeps 7. New interior paint, good tires, always stored under cover. $8500. Contact William. 704974-6790, (704) 974-1350

CLEVELAND COUNTY

GASTON COUNTY

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

CLEVELAND COUNTY

1/2 ACRE LOT UNRESTRICTED!! Near TIEC, $20,000. ALSO, 1.57 restricted lot near Lake Lure, selling at auction regardless of price May 27th. 864-909-1035, www.rowelland. com

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299

MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417

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Gaston College appoints new Director of Textile Technology Center Don Rusch has been appointed as the new Director of the Textile Technology Center (TTC) at Gaston College. Rusch will be directing, managing, supervising and

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Don Rusch has been named the new Director of the Textile Technology Center (TTC) at Gaston College ing and Textile Innovation Network (MTIN), a groundbreaking network that partners Catawba Valley Community College’s Manufacturing Solutions Center (MSC) with Gaston College’s Textile Technology Center. He will oversee 25 employees at the Textile Technology Center. “The TTC is an exciting and unique place to experience the cutting edge and innovative evolution occurring in today’s Textile Industry,” said Rusch. “I look forward to the challenge of preserving our excellent reputation as a pro-customer oriented and state-of-the-art facility. We have a future pipeline of projects coming our way.”

A graduate of the North Carolina State University Wilson College of Textiles, Rusch has a vast array of experience from Fiber Science, Process & Product Development, Technical Services and Operational Management with companies such as Eastman-Kodak, Springs Industries and Beal Manufacturing. He has also worked extensively in the Product Development Labs at the TTC. For more information on the Textile Technology Center at Gaston College, visit https://www.gaston.edu/textile-technology-center/ and for more information on the Manufacturing and Textile Innovation Network (MTIN), visit www.mtinusa.com.

University of Mississippi celebrates Class of 2021’s Catherine Wilson Catherine Grace Wilson, of Belmont, NC, is among the more than 5,000 candidates for graduation in the Class of 2021 who will be celebrated during the university’s 168th Commencement

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Crusaders end historic season in opening round Belmont Abbey saw its historic men’s volleyball season come to a close May 10 as the Crusaders dropped a 3-0 (25-22, 25-13, 25-19) decision to Penn State in the opening round of the NCAA Men’s National Collegiate Volleyball Championship. The Abbey, making its first NCAA Tournament appearance after winning the Conference Carolinas Tournament, finished the year at 15-8.

Match Highlights Andrew Kohut led the attack with 10 kills, while Matteo Miselli hit .316 with nine kills. Brennan Davis, a senior, dished out 28 assists. Kohut and Daniel Cerqua each tallied six digs. Brian Long, another senior, added six kills, two aces and a block assist. Penn State hit .509 (33k-4e-57a) in the contest, the highest by a Belmont Abbey opponent all season. The Crusaders countered at .185 (30k-18e-65a). Congratulations to Gaston Day School student-athletes McKynzie Mauney for winning the recent conference championship in both shot and discus. T Tringali (shot) and Aidyn Rivera (110 hurdles) placed 2nd in their events. GDS photo

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PARTIAL LIST OF CURRENT LISTINGS: the #1 and #2 doubles matches to clinch the doubles point for The Abbey. Gabriel Martin won a convincing 6-1, 6-0 match at #4 singles. Andres Golindano (pictured) won a 3-set victory at #5 singles, his tenth straight singles win. Kai Lloveras got the lone win for Belmont Abbey against Mount Olive. Belmont Abbey photo

The Belmont Abbey men’s tennis team defeated Emmanuel 4-0 in a semifinal matchup, but lost the championship match to topseeded Mount Olive 4-1. The 1-1 days gives The Abbey a 14-11 record for the season.