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Cramerton Historical Society officially open for artifact collecting and donations By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

There’s so much positive energy flowing in Cramerton these days the air crackles. Just a couple of weeks ago, the town got a striking new mural applied to the fire department building. Now, the Cramerton Historical Society (CHS) is officially open for the beginning of their artifact collecting and donations campaign. The Cramerton Historical Society’s physical location is at the Cramerton Community Center’s first (bottom) floor at 1 Julian Street. A CHS representative will

be available from 10am-12noon every Thursday and Friday in October and going into November. If you think you have special artifacts that are important to Cramerton’s rich history, please feel free to come by. All public health protocols must be followed when entering the Community Center such as wearing a mask and appropriate social distancing. The CHS’s first president, Jeff Ramsey explained how the society and museum museum ideas were hatched. “In 2015 we had very successful Cramerton Centennial Celebration. Everyone enjoyed the

Mount Holly hosts outdoor art event Arts Mount Holly, part of the Mount Holly Community Development Foundation, has completed a very successful second annual Plein Air Paint Out titled “Fall Palette”! For three full days Thursday, September 24th through Saturday, September 26th - local artists and students from the Mount Holly, Gaston County, and greater Charlotte metro areas were out and around the city of Mount Holly, painting in “plein air” (outdoors). It was rainy much of the first two days of the event, but that didn’t stop the artists who huddled under vehicle hatch doors, awnings, or umbrellas!

Twenty adults and more than thirty students submitted artwork that was judged by artist Kate Worm for awards totalling more than $1,000. The winning student artist also received a sketch box worth $200 donated by Hallman Design. The public was able to preview the work of artists and students at the Mount Holly Farmer’s Market at 226 S. Main Street and listen as awards were announced before having a chance to purchase and take home the fresh-off-the-easel paintings. All proceeds from the sales, excluding taxes and transaction fees, went directly to the artists. See ART, Page 4

100 year time display from 19152015,” he said. “It portrayed Cramerton’s rich history and artifacts during the celebration . We decided to create a non-profit organization, Cramerton’s Historical Society, in 2015 to share our history with surrounding communities, since we did not have a place for a museum. Our focus was celebrating the 100 year landmarks in Cramerton with fundraiser events by presenting them with historical markers, such as Maymont’s mansion from 1917 to 2017 and Mayworth / Cramerton’s School from 1919 See CHS, Page 6

Kaitlyn and Audrey Leazer show off a Cramerton High letter jacket that’s part of the collection. Photo by Alan Hodge

This time of year great for visiting old graveyards By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

Now that cool fall days are here and Halloween upon us, it’s a perfect time to get some outdoor exercise and learn about our local lore by strolling through old graveyards. The oldest graveyard in the BannerNews region is Goshen Cemetery on Woodlawn St. in North Belmont. This plot dates back to the early part of the 19th century and was the burying ground for Goshen Presbyterian Church that was founded in 1764. It is said to be the oldest graveyard west of the Catawba River. The ground where Goshen Cemetery is located was originally owned by Robert Smith. It was part of a 650 acre piece of property that Smith had bought from two Abigail Watkins was the blue ribbon youth winner in the Mt. Catawba Indians that encompassed what is now most of Holly Plein Air Paint Out.

Catawba Heights and North Belmont. In 1839 Smith sold 17-acres to the Goshen Church Trustees for eightyfive dollars. Smith and many of his relatives are buried in Goshen Cemetery. Joining Smith in the graveyard are about a dozen men who fought in the American Revolution. A plaque naming them was at one time affixed to the cemetery gate, but it is now gone. Most of the old tombstones in Goshen Cemetery have survived, including some going back nearly 200 years, but vandals have also desecrated several others. Other graves in the older portion of Goshen Cemetery hold members of Belmont area pioneers including names such as Armstrong, Abernethy, Fite, and Rhyne. See GRAVEYARDS, Page 10

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Gobs of goblins Given the COVID gremlin, Halloween night 2020 will be a lot more subdued than in the past. Nonetheless, let us recall how much fun 2019 was and how much fun 2021 will be once things get back to “normal”. On that note, I got to thinking (here we go again) about some of the Halloween nights I had enjoyed over the years and how homemade costumes are some of the best. One fateful Halloween I recall back around 1964 it came what might be called a typhoon. It rained so hard all day that the TV and radio stations broadcast that Halloween candy foraging would be postponed until the next night. Once it got good and dark, I hatched a scheme. I had a bright yellow slicker raincoat and hat and some rubber boots I would wear when I had to walk to school in downpours. AHA! I put on the garb and took a short piece of old hosepipe that we had in the storage room and grabbed a plastic bag and sallied forth into the storm. I commenced to knocking on doors and told folks I was a fireman and raked in the cream of the candy crop. Time marched on and I became “grown”. I use the term loosely. I was about 25 years old and went to a Halloween party near UNCCharlotte. The affair was held in a huge, abandoned farm house. They had a band. The lead singer was dressed like Adolph Hitler. I needed a costume and so I bummed my sister Sherry’s candy striper nurse volunteer uni-

form. I squeezed in. I took the white nurse shoes and cut the ends off so my feet would fit. My toes got cold that night. I carried a medical bag and had refreshment in a blood Alan Hodge bottle. It was a swing- Banner-News Editor ing affair. Time marched on a little more. Sherry threw a Halloween party in a warehouse on South Blvd. in Charlotte. She lived on East Boulevard nearby. I put on some khaki shorts and a pith helmet and carried a little popgun for my Teddy Roosevelt costume. The party dragged on til late. I became weary and shoved off to go to Sherry’s digs where my car was parked. I was walking down the road around midnight and a cop car stopped and the officers got out and asked what the heck (they used another word besides heck) was going on but they laughed and sent me on my way. I don’t dress up for Halloween any more. I don’t need the candy and roaming the streets at night dressed up in a costume is something I have gotten out of my system. But for those still in the mood, Halloween can be a fanciful and fun night when you can get a super sugar fix and let it all hang down.

Domestic violence advocates have a new number At the Gaston County Sheriff’s Office, advocates are available to assist victims of domestic violence by filling out applications for emergency restraining orders and/ or warrants they may need against an alleged abuser, as well as assist someone in get-

ting resources or answers to general questions surrounding restraining orders. Domestic Violence Advocates available inside the Sheriff’s Office for victims Monday through Friday, from 8:00am-2:00am; as well as Saturdays, Sundays & holi-

Mt. Holly-Ween event planned The Mt. Holly Parks and Rec. Dept. will present “Mt. Holly-Ween Drive Through” Halloween event on Thursday, Oct. 29 from

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days, from 1:00pm-2:00am. Advocates are also riding with Deputies daily to assist other agencies responding to Domestic Violence calls in the county in order to reach out to victims for first hand support and with applicable resources. Domestic Violence is not just physical violence. If you or someone you know needs to speak to an advocate please call (704) 869-6843.

The Four Way Test has been a part of Rotary for over 70 years. The author is Herbert J. Taylor, who wrote the test, not for Rotary, but for a troubled business he had taken over. In 1932, Herb took over a nearly-bankrupt cookware manufacturer called Club Aluminum Company of Chicago. The company owed $400,000 more than its total assets and was barely afloat. He took an 80% pay-cut and invested thousands of dollars of much needed capital into the company to cover operating expenses. Looking for a way to turn around the culture of the company, Herb searched for a means to inspire his employees to build a better connection with customers. Herb first wrote a statement of the things employees “should think, say or do” in their business dealings. The Four Way test. Of the things we think, say or do: 1. Is it the TRUTH? 2. Is it FAIR to all Concerned? 3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned? Many were skeptical of the Four Way test. One colleague told Herb that if he followed the maxims, he would starve to death. Others dismissed the test as naïve and simplistic. Nevertheless, Herb made the Four Way Test the basis for decisions large and small at Club Aluminum. He promoted it among all of his employees. From advertising, to production, to sales, all company actions were measured against the Four Way test. Just 5 years after Herb instituted the Test, and still deep in the Depression, the company’s indebtedness was paid off. For many years into the future, the firm earned millions in profit. In 1942, Rotary adopted it as part of its culture. I’ve had a few instances where I’ve had to implement the Four Way Test. More recently was on a phone call with a colleague. He was talking about another organization that had two changes in leadership in a brief period. All he said was that the first leader only lasted a short

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time. I wanted to correct him (note my personality in the DISC is High C – Correctness). While he was correct, it was a lack of information. I knew more of the background of the story and wanted to make myself feel important by pointing out the error of his ways (sounds like a page out of the Dale Carnegie book – How to Win Friends and Influence People). Let’s look at it through the eyes of the Four Way Test Is it the truth? Yes. I had information that was not being disclosed. Is it Fair to all Concerned? I felt it was fair. He needed to know the full back story. I was sure about that. Would it build goodwill and better friendships? No. I knew that. Is it beneficial to all concerned? No. I would make myself feel superior and make him look inferior. I would not be building a bridge in our relationship. Instead, I would build walls with a moat filled with alligators. I never said anything. I

listened to his c o m ments and we continued on with Tony Marciano the conversation. Point three of the Four Way Test has helped me pause and not give into the temptation of being right. It’s really asking you, “Do you want to be right or do you want to be happy?” Let me encourage you, when you are ready to fire back that response, “Of the things we think, say or do”: 1. Is it the TRUTH? 2. Is it FAIR to all Concerned? 3. Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned? I’ll be back in two weeks. Until then, live well my friend.

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James Robinson is finalist for award Congratulations to Belmont Central Elementary School music teacher James Robinson. The second year teacher is a finalist for the Beginning Teacher of the Year Award presented by NCCAT-The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching. He is one of 28 finalists selected to visit NCCAT for professional development in February leading up to the award ceremony. We are so proud to have a finalist from Gaston County Schools in the running for this state award.

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stay with your vehicle until a volunteer can sign you in. If you are bringing a donation, CRO will be able to collect it outside. CRO is are committed to serving our community while also keeping our clients, volunteers, and staff

safe. Clients need to sign in by 11:45 a.m. Current Needs - Urgent Needs- canned veggies of all sorts, spaghetti noodles and sauce, canned pasta (i.e. raviolis, beefaroni), toilet paper, soap, other basic toiletries.

The StoryWalk is now open at Tuckaseege Park. Co-sponsored by Mt. Holly Branch Library, Lowe’s Home Improvement and the City of Mount Holly, this family-free event is the perfect way to enjoy the fall weather while getting some exercise. Begin at the Carolina Thread Trail sign near the restrooms and you’ll end up by the playground after reading a children’s book along the way.

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For more information about Arts Mount Holly and future events, please visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ artsmountholly. So, what is Plein Air art? It’s a manner or style of painting developed chiefly in France in the mid-19th century, characterized by the representation of the luminous effects of natural light and atmosphere as contrasted with the artificial light and absence of the sense of air or atmosphere associated with paintings produced in the studio. It’s a painting executed out of doors and representing

Stephanie McLaughlin announcing the winners. a direct response to the scene or subject in front of the artist having the qualities of air and natural light.

Stephanie McLaughlin took second place.

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PUBLIC NOTICE SOUTH POINT VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT The Annual Meeting of the South Point Volunteer Fire Department that is normally held in the month of November is hereby postponed until the Governor has re-opened North Carolina for normal business. The safety of our staff, and the citizens should take precedence in these challenging times! The Board of Directors will review the need for an Annual Meeting as soon as the Governor has relaxed his restrictions, and we will provide notice of the rescheduled date, time, and location. Thank you for your understanding.

program location for several reasons – our great partnership with the Catawba Lands Conservancy and the Carolina Thread Trail, the amount of trails and greenways in Cramerton that are part of the Carolina Thread Network, the South Fork River Blueway, and Cramerton’s position in the South Fork River Priority Corridor. The South Fork River Priority Corridor is an area of priority for the Carolina Thread Trail that runs from Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, all the way to Spencer Mountain and includes all the municipalities in between. The new signage includes small reassurance markers, sidewalk and trail blaze/arrows, trail wayfinding and distance signage, and larger Trail Head Signs which not only map the individual trails but also show the individual trails location in the larger South Fork River Priority Corridor.

November dates Recycling Dates NOVEMBER November 1: Daylight savings time ends November 4, 5, and 6: Recycling Dates November 11: Town Hall, Public Works, Parks and Recreation Department will be closed in observance of Veterans Day November 18, 19, and 20: Recycling Dates November 26 and 27: Town Hall, Public Works, Parks and Recreation Department will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving. Citizen of Year nominations The Community Committee is looking for nominees for the 2020 Cramerton Citizen of the Year and the Lifetime Achievement Award. If you would like to nominate a Cramerton resident, please visit www.cramerton.org for the forms under the Document Center tab. For additional information please call Town Hall at 704-824-4337.

City of Belmont political sign ordinance The 2020 election is nearly here. The City of Belmont has an ordinance outlining guidelines and restrictions for campaign signage. The ordinance restricts size and locations. Specifically, signs are allowed on private property and along NCDOT streets, but are not allowed on city

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Church Directory First Baptist Church Belmont N. Central Ave • 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 14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468

151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

1104 Old NC 27 Hwy. 704-827-0822

Cramerton Free Will Baptist

1529 Old Hwy. 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

Redemption Hill Church

Cramerton Temple of God Church

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

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

Ridgeview Baptist Church

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151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711

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

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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

East Belmont Free Will Baptist

Exodus Church

Burge Memorial Methodist Church

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist

118 School Street 704-827-7071

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

230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

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

1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826

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

501 Cramer Mountain Rd. 704-824-4286

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

Tuckaseege Baptist Church

STANLEY Amazing Grace Baptist Church

511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301

7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

Way of the Cross Baptist Church

Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran

238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church

Community Pentecostal Center

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993

Westview Presbyterian Church

320 Ralph Handsel Blvd. 704-263-8731

First United Methodist Church

Community Christian Fellowship

1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

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First Presbyterian Church

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 140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855

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

Carolina Community Baptist

512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

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

Center Baptist Church

New Faith Baptist Church

S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-4121

1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249

Epic Church

New Life Baptist 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

Goshen Free Will Baptist Church

First Baptist Church

1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076

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

Grace Baptist Church

New Life Church

300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

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

Living Witness Ministries

217 N. Main St. 704-263-2691

604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872

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

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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

Life Church

West Cramerton United Methodist Church

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5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

Second Baptist Church

541 Costner St. 704-827-0004

Gaston Christian Church

First Baptist Church

171 S. Main St. 704-824-7785

Shiloh AME Zion Methodist

Containers/Trailers Sales & Storage Rental

East Wilkinson Blvd. 704-824-5319

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

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church

416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

North Main Baptist Church

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6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

New Providence Baptist Church New Saint Paul Holiness Church

Grace Wesleyan Church

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Lakeview Baptist Church

192 Main St. 704-824-2740

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

527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647

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

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

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

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

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

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

Welcome Baptist Church 811 Mauney Rd.

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Page 10 In East Belmont there’s a tiny old graveyard on Old NC7 near the Catawba River known as the Abee Cemetery. The cemetery is surrounded by a stone wall. Names that appear on some of the tombstones go back to the early 1800s and include Fite, Smith, Abee, Ewing, and Wells. Machpelah Presbyterian Church’s rock-walled cemetery off Old Plank Rd. near Stanley was established in 1801 as a family graveyard located halfway between Joseph Graham’s Vesuvius Furnace and Alexander Brevard’s Mt. Tirzah Forge. In 1848, the quaint church was built beside the cemetery. The first pastor of the church was Dr. Robert Hall Morrison, president of Davidson College and fatherin-law of Confederate general “Stonewall” Jackson. The small Greek Revival Church contains pews and a slave gallery that are thought to

GRAVEYARDS From Page 1 Local legend has it that there were once Indian burial mounds and a village near where Goshen Cemetery is located. The Abernethy clan itself also has a small and very old cemetery at the end of Turner Rd. off Hickory Grove Rd. not far from Goshen Cemetery. The Smith name also appears on an old graveyard on Belwood Dr. off South Point Rd. This Smith graveyard has dozens of graves going back to the early 19th century. For many years it was neglected and had fallen prey to vandals, nature, and time. However, an effort led by Leigh Ford of Charlotte a couple of years ago saw most of the broken tombstones repaired. Ford and other volunteers also cleaned up the overgrown grounds and formed an organization dedicated to preserving the site.

be original. Members of the Graham, Brevard, and Morrison families are buried in the cemetery. Flat Rock Cemetery on Flat Rock Rd. near Mount Holly holds the graves of several Civil War veterans. This graveyard is maintained by the Flat Rock Cemetery Association and Confederate History and Monument Preservation Society. Among the markers is one dedicated to seven Confederate soldiers who drowned in the Catawba River as they were returning home after the end of the Civil War. The men had hitched a ride on a fishing boat that capsized as they were crossing the swollen river on April 25, 1865. An old graveyard in the backyard of a school might seem an odd mix, but that’s the case with the Pinhook Cemetery and Lowell Elementary. The graveyard is on a gravel path in the woods behind the school and has an association with the 19th century Pinhook textile mill

The Legend of Riverbend’s Carter Bale by: Shelton Fisher I’m sure by now you’ve seen the goblins and ghouls adorning the storefronts, which can only mean one thing… Halloween is just around the corner! This week, I felt it fitting to tell you all a little tale of a Riverbend legend. If you’ve never heard the name Carter Bale before, it’s no surprise. Once a famous man in the area, his name was lost among records and deeds. One would even say it was magically erased… The roaring twenties were a different time for all of America as the economy took a massive plummet. The depression sank about every industry like a stone and families of every class felt the impact. Throughout the Hoovervilles set up around Riverbend near Mt. Holly, there was one man who seemed prosperous despite it all. A master manipulator with “creative” ways to collect his debts, Carter Bale was a moonshiner who specialized in his craft, providing some of the finest corn liquor you could find along the Catawba River. One day as Carter was collecting from a few poor folks in the town, a red-faced woman burst down the dirt road as if fired from a gun. With tears of rage streaming down her face, she screamed for Carter to reveal himself to her. As he walked out into the open, she stormed over to him whilst rearing her hand back and slapped him with all her might. “My boy’ll never see again because of you! He wandered off into the woods last night and came home smelling of kerosene!”, she exclaimed. “Well ma’am, it seems to me like you ought to be watchin’ your youngin’ a bit closer. It’s a shame he won’t get to watch nothin’ ever again ‘cause of you!”, he yelled as he spit at her feet. “Carter Bale you’re nothin’ but a schemin’ thief. Your days are numbered on this earth, you mark my words!”, she screamed as she reached for his head and ripped out several pieces of hair. Although bewildered, he didn’t think much of the woman’s actions and carried on about his business. Later that night he went into the woods to tend to his stills. There were two spread out strategically in case Johnny Law happened to stumble onto one of his hiding spots. As he stoked the flames for the boiler, he thought about the frantic woman. There was a sense of guilt that began to overcome him as the flames began to rise and he became absent-minded. A smoldering ember managed to escape the flames and landed near his ingredients. He snapped back to reality quickly once a second

fire began to consume his consumables. Hurriedly, he looked for anything he could to put out the flames, but it was too late. He knew he would be caught for sure as his entire still became engulfed, but as soon as the fire had its fill it vanquished. Frightened and in disbelief, Carter fell to his knees. He ran his fingers through his hair and felt where his hair had been ripped out. “That woman!”, he exclaimed bursting to his feet He ran off to his second still and saw that everything was intact. All his ingredients were there, the flames were stoked, and he seemed to be producing as normal. To take the edge off from his recent trauma, he decided to have a sample of his work. He took a ladle and got a spoonful of shine. As he tipped the ladle into his mouth however, he saw that there was nothing but black, slimy, bile pouring into his mouth. While spitting and screaming in a fear he hurriedly backed away and bumped into a small figure. “Hi Carter.”, said a female voice from under a dark cloak “It’s you!” he screamed while waving his knife. “Stay away! I’ll gut you!” “Now, now, there’s no need for all that.”, she said as she waved her hand at him, sending the knife flying into the woods under sticks and debris. “You know Carter, I got to thinkin’ about what you said, about my boy not bein’ able to watch anything again. It really is a shame.”, she said as she began to walk towards him. “A mother’s job is to always protect and provide for her son.” “Dear God lady, what’re you gonna do to me?!”, he cried trembling with tears in his eyes. “I’m gonna give back what you took from him!” she shrieked into the night as red began to glow from her eyes. The wind picked up in a howl and leaves began to swirl in a whirlwind so loud that all of Riverbend grew deaf for a moment. And then there was silence. In the moonlight there was stillness so peaceful, that even a church mouse couldn’t be bothered. The following day Carter Bale was nowhere to be found. It was like he simply vanished. Rumor had it that he decided to skip town on a train car headed south to try his hand at flavoring his moonshine. There was however a little boy who miraculously regained his sight after going blind. He lived a happy and normal life like most little boys do, and his mother claimed it was a blessing from God. Just as if he received a brand-new pair of eyes.

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Old Goshen Cemetery in N. Belmont dates to the early 19th century. A dozen veterans of the American Revolution are among the pioneers buried there. Photo by Alan Hodge that once stood nearby on the banks of the South Fork River. Among the graves is Nathan Ford who died in 1824. Other graves are marked Harris and

Huffstetler. Each year, the kids from Lowell Elementary as well as other volunteers tidy the little graveyard up. Old graveyards are not

only interesting to visit during Halloween, they are a reminder of our area’s past and the people who lived here in decades gone by.

Social distance in nature in Belmont Tucked away in the Charlotte suburbs, Belmont, N.C. has grown to become a delightful destination for escaping the hustle and bustle, steeping oneself in the blossoming environment and connecting with the beauty and benefits of nature. As COVID-19 effects continue in North Carolina, there’s no better time to experience the peaceful excitement of recreation in this quaint city. Whether it’s “quarantine fatigue” or a simple desire to reconnect with the great outdoors, Belmont shares its many recreational opportunities with families, friends, passersby and individuals needing a nature-filled break. Cooler temperatures in the southern United States usher in perfect moments for fresh air, family activities and necessary exercise –and Belmont is a superb suburb for doing just that. From casual walks through the historic downtown to adventures along the Catawba River or Carolina Thread Trail, Belmont extends ample beauty alongside movement and play as well as occasions for improving mental health. Places to explore in Belmont include: Daniel Stowe BotanicalGarden. Find 300 acres of lush land featuring seasonal blooms and colorful walkways.The Garden recently reopened to the public with extended hours open to members. This destination also boasts its Persimmon Trail, a half-mile short trail that is part of the Seven Oaks Preserve Trail (this trail is available without Garden admission). Seven Oaks Preserve Trail–at 2.8 miles with moderate difficulty, hike or bike down this longest continuous trail along Lake Wylie. Its pathways are part of the Carolina Thread Trail and connect to trails at the Garden. Rocky Branch Park–In the heart of Belmont, Rocky Branch boasts 40 acres, which includes a four-mile trail for hikers and cyclists. Anchored Soul–This Belmont-based

Outdoor swings at Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park. business offers standup paddle boarding rentals and lessons to Lake Wylie watergoers of all skill levels. South Fork River Blueway–This 8.4-mile segment of the South Fork River welcomes kayaking and slowmoving paddles among other activities. There are numerous launches across Gaston County, including one at South Fork Village in Belmont. The renowned Mayo Clinic shared ways to cope with anxiety, worry and social distancing during the ongoing pandemic. Regular physical activity was recommended in addition to “relax and recharge” techniques. Nature is an ideal medicine for just this; according to Harvard Men’s Health Watch, numerous researched studies indicate a positive relationship between mood improvement and escaping outside. Notes published research from the university, “It appears that interacting with natural spaces offers other therapeutic benefits. For instance, calming nature sounds and even outdoor silence can lower blood pressure and levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which calms the body’s

fight-or-flight response.” As October begins, our recreational opportunities remain openat this time, welcoming adventurers from near and far for improved mental health, increased activity and abundant sightseeing. “We’ve shared al fresco dining and noticed more and more people discovering our local parks,” said Jim Hoffman, chairman of the Belmont Tourism Development Authority. “We look forward to cooler weeks, changing leaves and the brisk air that brings locals and visitors to our city’s trails, parks and sidewalks.”Contact:Melinda Skutnick|Lyerly Agencymskutnick@lyerly.com From aquatic adventures to land-based leisure, Belmont has a little something for everyone. Find picnic tables and water views at Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park, the Belmont GO History Walk on the bricklined streets of downtown and the vibrant autumnal blossoms across our city “where southern charm blossoms.” It’s a season of adventure in Belmont, N.C., and we’ll see you outside soon!

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This time last year, the South Point Red Raiders varsity football team clashed with East Rutherford High. The final score in the gridiron grappling was South Point 42 and East Rutherford 14. Just to refresh your memory concerning what a high school football game looks like here are some scenes from the game. Photos by Calvin Craig/Superraiders

The Lowell Police Department recently gave out 202 goodie bags at their National Night Out event. It was great to see so many smiling faces and our officers are really appreciative of all the kind words, gestures, and handwritten notes from the kids. Special thanks to Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont Troop #20023 Leaders Sandi Heavener, Rosemary Grant, and Melanie York for volunteering at our event this evening and thanks to our sponsors McKenney Chevrolet and DICKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Sporting Goods. City of Lowell photos

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In celebration of Arts in Education Week 2020, Belmont Middle School collaborated on this butterfly mobile art piece. The Arts create hope, connect us, and bring joy, especially during these challenging times. The 568 butterflies were made by BMS students and staff and are written with the hopes they have for themselves, their families, our school, our community, the country, and the world.

Major snack food company coming to Kings Mtn. Benestar Brands, an international snack food manufacturer, will create 129 jobs in Cleveland County.. The company will invest $24 million to establish a new production Benestar Brands, the parent company of Evans Food Group, is a rapidly growing snack food manufacturer focused on better-for-you, highquality snacks. The newest project in North Carolina will provide easier access to the fast-growing company’s customer base and the nation’s east coast market. This new facility will support Benestar Brands’ expansion plans into new snack categories. The North Carolina Department of Commerce led the state’s efforts to support Benestar Brands’ decision to expand its operations to North Carolina. The company’s 129 new jobs will include managerial, operational, maintenance, warehouse and office staff. The average annual salary for all new positions is $43,021, creating a payroll impact of more than $5.5 million per year. Cleveland County’s overall average annual wage is $40,019. Benestar Brands’ North Carolina expansion will be facilitated, in part, by a Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG) approved by the state’s Economic Investment Com-

mittee earlier today. Over the course of the 12-year term of the grant, the project is estimated to grow the state’s GDP by more than $431 million. Using a formula that takes into account the new tax revenues generated by the 129 new jobs, the JDIG agreement authorizes the potential reimbursement to the company of up to $1,212,000 over 12 years. State payments occur only after verification by the departments of Commerce and Revenue that the company has met incremental job creation and investment targets. Projects supported by JDIG must result in positive net tax revenue to the state treasury, even after taking into consideration the grant’s reimbursement payments to a given company. The provision ensures all North Carolina communities benefit from the JDIG program. In addition to the N.C. Department of Commerce and the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, other key partners in the project include the North Carolina General Assembly, North Carolina Community College System, Cleveland Community College, Cleveland County Government, Cleveland County Economic Development Partnership, and the City of Kings Mountain.

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Queen of Apostles Thanksgiving meal planned The members of Queen of the Apostles Church, 503 N. Main St in Belmont, will continue our custom of providing a Thanksgiving Meal. Due to the Coronavirus, this year we will offer a meal kit to those needing to prepare a Thanksgiving meal at their homes. The meal kit will feed 4 people and will include a $15 gift card that can be used towards the purchase of a turkey or ham. We can deliver a meal kit to your home on Saturday, November 21st, or you can pick up a meal kit at the church on the same day between 10am and 12 Noon. To place your order, you have 2 options: 1. Call the church office to place your order. The phone number is (704) 825-9600. Give us your name, address, phone number, an email address if you have one, and the

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Gaston ACCESS bus system available for Veterans VA appointments As the VA has restarted in-patient appointments at many of its facilities this month, Gaston County is resuming its service to veterans in need of transportation to those facilities. The Veterans Services Office announced that it is resuming ACCESS bus service (in coordination with a partner service in Mecklenburg County) for veterans with medical appointments at VA Medical Center – Salisbury, the Charlotte VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic and the Charlotte VA Health Care Center. This service has been on hiatus since mid-March, when the VA announced it was suspending most “non-es-

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needing ACCESS services must be scheduled for the morning. ACCESS can only provide transportation for appointments completed by 1 p.m., which is when they will depart from the facilities to return patients back to Gaston County. ACCESS will run routes to Salisbury on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with service to the two VA facilities in Charlotte five days a week. Those with questions about the resumption of ACCESS bus service for veterans – or to RSVP for an appointment – can call the Gaston County VSO at (704) 866-3606.

Mill Town Mission – Adult Adventure Race to be held COVID 19 has caused the cancellation of many events in the area but Cramerton Parks & Recreation is pivoting to something different. Saturday, October 31 they will be holding the Mill Town Mission Adventure Race from 10:00am – 1:00pm. It is a scavenger hunt style race just for adults (16 years and older) with teams of 2 or 4 people exploring Cramerton’s parks to discover hidden “keys” they will need to win.

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First Stanley council meeting held in new building The Stanley town council held its first in person council meeting since Covid and the first in the new facility. Highlights included: Rep. John Torbett spoke and informed the council that Blacksnake Road bridge will be named for Nic O’Brien. Dr. Rev Claude William and United Action of Stanley Churches presented a check for $7,920 to Chief Derek Summey. The money was raised by area churches for body cams. Bob Mahovsky (ancestry committee in Stanley, renovated the cemetery, vet recog in Nov, etc.) also presented $4,000 from the lutheran church and $2,000 from he and his wife. Clerk Olga Grishin accepted full

Stanley Police chief Summey reads appreciation letter from Lutheran Church. Photos by Bill Ward time position after probationary period. Tug Deason confirmed cancellation of the trunk or treat. Police Chief

Summey read a very inspirational and moving letter from the Lutheran church in support of the police dept.

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HANDYMAN SERVICES. Offering: yard work, mulching, trees and bushes trimmed. Clean ﬂower beds, pressure washing, minor repairs. Decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available, over 25 years experience. Call us ﬁrst, 704-692-4449.

FOR SALE SNAPPER FOR SALE. 28 in. HV mower, 12 HP motor, needs transmission, $300. Call: 980522-5752. USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. 828-286-8674. RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS AND GOKARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704-4769383.

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Fall Tune-up Special, $59.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-4779119 or 704-472-9367. DECK NEED A FACE LIFT? I have built or repaired hundreds. We ﬁx most anything made of wood. Room Enclosures. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Bob, 828-476-6058. 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 SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587 HANDYMAN: REMODEL, RESTORATION AND RENOVATION. Interior and Exterior Painting. Apex. Call Michael, 828-748-5740.

HOLIDAY WREATHS. Handcrafted for your front door. Able to customize to your liking! Lookout for Fall and Christmas wreaths. Southern Bliss Door Decor on Facebook and Instagram or call 704-412-9264. s o u t h e r n b l i s s d o o r d e c o r@ gmail.com ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Call for more details. 828-382-0455. DEER CORN, SHELLED, 50LBS, $7. Cob Corn, $8. 828287-3272. HIGH QUALITY BANNERS FOR SALE. We offer many sizes and options. Call for more info and price. 704-692-4449. BUSINESS CARDS FOR SALE. 1,000 Black & White, $35.00 plus tax. Buy Local! Call 828-248-1408.

TRIPLE D PAINTING AND WOODWORK. All your painting needs, free estimates, over 25 yrs experience! Framing, facial boards and much more wood work available! Making your home, building or business look new again. (704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com

YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY 3-FAMILY YARD SALE Saturday, Oct 24, 7:00-1:00, (Across from Allen Memorial Baptist Church) 1225 Longbranch Road, Grover, NC 28073 MOVING SALE Sat., Oct, 24th, 8 AM-2 PM. Under Carport. Lots of items. 722 Stoney Point Road. Kings Mountain, NC 28086

FOR SALE FIREWOOD MADE FROM ends of dry lumber, $50- all you can haul or I deliver. 528 Newton Cole Rd., Forest City, NC, 1-304-888-4913 DR VACUUM MACHINE. 6.6 HP, almost new, holds 200 gallons of shredded waste. $750. (704) 600-6448

1952 FORD JUBILEE. Has turn plow, bush hog, disc harrow, scrap blade. $3800. Call 980-295-9965, (704) 538-8867 $25.00* OFF ANY SERVICE of $100.00* or more! BUTLER’S TIRE & AUTO SERVICE located at 404 E. King St., Kings Mountain, NC. Mon.Fri. 8:30-5:00. Phone 704-7504645 SWEET POTATOES AND MUSCADINES FOR SALE. 828-245-0956. WE HAVE TRAILERS IN STOCK! GOOSENECKS, NEW AND USED, 7 TON AND 10 TON. ENCLOSED 4x6, 5x8, 5x10, 6x10, 6x12, 7x14, (7x14 7k), 8.5x20 (10k AUTO CARRIER), DUMP TRAILERS. ALL SIZES OF UTILITY TRAILERS, 2020 & 2021 WITH MORE ON WAY! J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

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CLASSIFIED ADS To place your ad go to CarolinaClassiﬁeds.com or call 704-484-1047 FOR SALE

ROLL TOP DESK FOR SALE. Solid Oak, very nice condition, with keys, no scratches, asking $250. 704-692-4449. VOLVO - (4) 17” WHEELS New $265-$300 each. All four for $265. Lugs! (941) 585-2099 CUB CADET SL 50” CUT LAWN TRACTOR. 2 years old, grass catcher, tow behind spreader, only 60 hours, $1500. Beautiful leather couch w/nail head, Burgundy color, 94” long, like new, $1500. Heavy rugged wooden desk, great shape, no scratches, 72” long, 30” deep, $400. Call Al, 516-776-4009 or email: rideral101643@gmail. com 18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,095. 704-482-3166.

FOR SALE

WANT TO BUY

CARS & TRUCKS

REAL ESTATE

WE STOCK METAL FOR ALL your rooﬁng or repair needs. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City. 828-245-5895.

I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-4720006.

1997 FORD ECONOLINE COMMERCIAL CUTAWAY E-350 WORK TRUCK. High back, 7.3 Diesel, 118k miles, auto, Reading work body with ladder rack, one owner, new tires, $15,000. 828245-9620, 828-223-1564.

CLEVELAND COUNTY

2007 KIA SPORTAGE $750 DOWN - $80 WEEK O.A.C. (704) 482-0441

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 4876855

2 CONCERT TICKETS. Andre Rieu Orchestra. Atlanta Georgia, March 8, 2021, Row D, $275. 828-287-5345, tumoses72@yahoo.com

WANT TO BUY GOOD USED COMPUTER. Must be in good shape. 704-466-0401, (704) 487-9653

DEER CORN, 60 POUND BAG. $7.00. Callahan Farms. 704-300-5341, Steve 704-4728865, Cletus, 704-300-5341, Todd (704) 692-1627

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

CARPORTS, GARAGES, RV COVERS, FREE STANDING LEAN TO’S. Areas largest on site display. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895. FLAG POLES AND FLAGS IN STOCK. 15ft., 20ft., and 25ft. Delivery and install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895. WE BUY TRAILERS. Must have title and ID. 828-2455895.

TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW! ALL KINDS. Areas LARGEST on site display for trailers. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., 2690 US Hwy. 221 S., Forest City. 828245-5895.

WINTER IS COMING!!! SEASONED FIREWOOD FOR SALE. No Pine or Poplar. $65 a load. Delivered locally. Call Fred, 828-202-1000.

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 FREE SELF DEFENSE STRIKEPEN. GastoniaUSA. com, fully functional self-defense for every day carry and use by men or women. NC4Ever@email.com HOVEROUND LIFT CHAIR for those that can’t get up and down stairs. Chair is motorized so individual doesn’t have to walk up and down stairs. (704) 692-2092 MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERVICE. Seasoned mixed hardwood, $65. Green Oak, $65. Cut, split and delivered. 828395-0758.

DEER APPLES FOR SALE. $9 per bag. 828-287-3272. PROPANE GRILL TANKS REFILLED. Only $10.99. Call 828287-3272.

BRAND NEW HONDA GENERATOR. EM 5000 SX, Electric Start, 120V/240V, 30 Amp Hookup. Cost over $2500, will take $2000 ﬁrm. Call 704692-4449.

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

GOLF CARTS FOR SALE. Gas and electric EZ-GO, like new, 2 seats, 2 white, 2 green. 704-477-3500,

BEAR APPROACH Bow is like new. 29” draw length, 65 lb. draw weight, Trophy Ridge arrow rest, brand new 5 pin IQ sight, Trophy Ridge 5 arrow quiver, $500. (864) 491-3522 16X40 STORAGE BUILDING, WORK SHOP, ETC. Built on site, one day install. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443

WANT TO BUY LOOKING FOR OLD FIRE ARMS. Prefer 22’s. (704) 6008560 DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828289-1175 or 828-247-1070.

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NEED CASH? I WILL BUY your old used Nintendo NES, Super Nintendo, Game Boy and N64 Games. Small/big lots. 828-748-7264. 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 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. 828-245-6756. WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton collector, (704) 695-4917

2010 HONDA ACCORD SDN for sale. Sunroof, power windows, locks and seats. 110,000 miles, $8,750.00. Call 704-300-8550.

PEKINGESE PUPPIES, born 11/1/19, shots and wormed. CKC registered. For more information text 864-490-4979. FREE KITTENS TO GOOD INSIDE HOME. I will take care of ﬁrst vet visit. Call anytime. (704) 472-7116 DOG KENNELS, FROM $189.99 IN STOCK. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 10x10 split, 20x20 split. Tops, Delivery and Install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-2455895. RACING HOMING PIGEONS. Gaston Cleveland Racing Pigeon Club. A fun hobby for the whole family. Call Art, 803984-6678. artsager@msn.com

CAMPERS

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

WANT TO BUY. Pop-up campers. Call 828-429-3935.

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS HONDA GOLDWING 1100. New headlights, new horn, new signals. Bucket seat, windshield, shaft drive. 4K miles. Garage kept. Moving. Make offer. 704-300-8378. 2004 YAMAHA BRUIN 350 ATV. 4 wheel drive, $3450. 828-447-7331.

2015 KAWASAKI KX250 Excellent Condition. Only 19 Hours Running Time. Several Add Ons. $3500. Call 704-4872838 For More Details. PRICE SLASHED! 4-WHEELER. 2020 CF218, CFMOTO, CFORCE 500 EPS, 4WD, power steering, winch, trailer hitch, tool box. Less than 100 miles, beautiful Royal Blue, $5698. 828-894-3293.

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

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CARS & TRUCKS

1994 HONDA CIVIC FOR SALE. 4 Dr., Purple, Manual. Good running car. $950.00. Call 704-313-7113 or 336-9978425. Ask for Faye.

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1998 BUICK. 4 door, good sound, auto, $1000. (704) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth. net

PROPERTY FOR SALE, 18 ACRES. 207 Blossom Drive, Ellenboro. Call 828-248-2348 or 828-980-2324.

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY APARTMENT, ALEXANDER LANE, SHELBY. Nice 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Refrigerator & stove furnished. $500 month, $400 deposit. Call Greg 704472-6555 or Tim 704-473-5744. 1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Shelby, NC. We are currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Call or visit us today, Laurel Hill Apartments (704)4871114. Equal Housing Opportunity. 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 LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 482-7723 HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. EHO. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

1981 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT RARE FIND. Diesel, 1 owner, runs good. $1500. (704) 4359562 1992 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL TOWN CAR. Mint condition inside and out. 100,000 approx. miles Asking $4,000.00. 704-308-7951.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 3BR HOUSE FOR SALE. Possible owner ﬁnancing with good down payment. Needs lots of work. Near Spindale Street. $20,000. 407-920-4036.

JOHN DEERE MODEL 14T. Square hay bailer. Kept in dry. Not used in several years. $700 obo. (828) 429-8110

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4 ACRES PRIME COMMERCIAL PROPERTY. Near 74E & Post Road. For more info call or text, 704-473-9167.

2012 NISSAN FRONTIER 130,000 miles, 2WD crew cab, automatic. Very good condition. $9,999. (828) 429-8110

FARM & GARDEN

NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-287-3272.

I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-4720006.

1.97 ACRES, 3000 SQFT BUILDING. 1144 East Stagecoach Trail, Lawndale, NC 28090. Tax Value $174,971. SALE PRICE $120,00. Call 828-453-0828.

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

TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL 704-484-1047 or go to banner-news.com and click on: carolinaclassiﬁeds.com

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The HONORABLE

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

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