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COVID consternation and creative courage marked the latter half of 2020

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

The second half of 2020 brought more social and economic challenges to folks everywhere, yet through it all, people found creative ways to cope with the difficulties and to look forward to better days ahead.

The July 9 issue of the BannerNews kicked off with a story highlighting the incredible career of First United Methodist Belmont Child Development Center teach Susan Clements who

had been on the job for 39 years. That issue of the paper also looked at the outstanding athletic accomplishments of local senior citizen David Hostetler who once again raked in plenty of medals at the Senior Games. On the inside, the July 9 paper ran a series on the retirement of Montcross Chamber president Ted Hall.

The July 16 Banner News profiled First Baptist Belmont’s new pastor Andrew Renfroe. Major upgrades at Stowe Park was also a frontpage piece. Improvements at

the park included a nice new pavilion for outdoor concerts and other events. The paper also ran a story that week recalling the 50th anniversary of the Love Valley Rock Festival - NC’s version of Woodstock.

The July 23rd BannerNews visited the Mt. Holly Community Garden for a story on all the good things growing and going on there. COVID related news that week was the fact that both the Cleveland County and NC Mountain State fairs were called off. In Belmont,

Statesville Stained Glass employees Ryan Tulbert (left) and Robbie Edwards installing a panel in the front window of First Baptist Mt. Holly. The year 2020 meant plenty of people had to call on their faith to get by.

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The Belmont Police Department is keeping an eye on vehicle speed downtown and in other areas.

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Belmont PD conducts N. Main St. traffic study

By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

The Belmont Police Department recently did an indepth study of traffic speeds in the stretch of N. Main St. between Woodrow and E.

Catawba streets.

The study was done over the period Dec. 1 through Dec. 5. The device used to monitor traffic condition was a “Stealth Stat” camera that used radar to both count

and clock vehicles. The camera recorded taffic in both directions. The camera was mounted on a light pole in front of the BannerNews office.

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a drive by farewell to retiring Queen of Apostles Catholic Church pastor Father Frank Cancro was held and lots of photos from it made the pages.

July 30 came along and the BannerNews for that week spotlighted the lunch truck program named Our Daily Bread that saw Karen Leatherman drive through neighborhoods giving out lunches to kids and sharing Bible stories as well. Local history got a mention that week with a piece on Jack Page who had accumulated a large collection of Native American artifacts on his rambles years ago on the South Point peninsula.

The month of August started out with BannerNews dated the 6th and a front page piece on Piedmont Homestead organic farm near Stanley. The farm is the brainchild and dream of Mike and Kris-

tina Lore and raises all kinds of crops without chemicals.

Another piece that week featured a page of pictures from a cool custom car show that

was held at Community Pentecostal Center in Stanley.

The rides ran the gamut from See YEAR IN REVIEW, Pages 6 & 7

Marc Jordan hired as Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce president The Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the hiring of its new president, Marc Jordan.

Jordan began work on Tuesday, Dec. 15.

Jordan has more than thirty years of experience consulting and working as a leader for numerous local, regional and metropolitan chambers of commerce. He was previously recognized by

his peers as Chamber Executive of the Year in both North Carolina and South Carolina.

Jordan also served as president of state chamber associations in North Carolina and Tennessee.

“We are excited to have Marc Jordan lead the Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce as our president,” said Heath Jenkins, board chair.

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R ECOLLECTIONS AND R EFLECTIONS Whew, we made it Well by the time your eyes fall upon these words the year 2020 will be down the tube or at least swirling and swirling and gurgling and gurgling and heading in that direction where it most assuredly belongs.

I have been around quite a while and in fact have lived more years than my father, his identical twin, a slew of uncles, and both my grandfathers. I hate to sound ancient, but I remember a time when there was no internet!

Woo hoo!

My days shuffling around and aggravating folks on this interstellar clod have seen wars, economic downswings, political shenanigans, meanness, and general feelings like someone has stuffed my pants with #00 steel wool but never have I seen the like of what has gone on in 2020 all at once.

Of course the driver in a lot but not all of this chaos was a germ called COVID. It turned the world upside down, but I wonder how much of the publicity it got and the uproar it caused had and still has a streak of politics running through the middle a mile wide. There’s no doubt in my mind that the main stream news media played a big role in spreading COVID fear. It was the story of choice starting back in March. One TV network in particular ran a daily set of numbers showing how many folks were sick and how many had passed away. It was like keeping score in a game of some sort.

COVID kicked the economy in the head.

Things were going along great then boom!

Jobs were lost, businesses closed. People who had just a few weeks earlier were making big plans of prosperity for the coming year were gob-smacked in a matter of days and woe is me was heard throughout the land. People were stunned. It was as if the A-bomb had been dropped. In my house the “Buy it Now” button on Ebay has not seen much use but, seriously, tons of people wonder about how they would buy food and keep a roof over their head.

Don’t get me started on the Toilet Paper Panic.

Now to toss and gore the politicos.

You know, those folks whose only interest is the good Alan Hodge of the people? Goo- Banner-News Editor bernators here and elsewhere began controlling the masses by telling folks where they could go and when.

That scenario is still in place with no end in sight - a dangerous precedent in my opinion.

Up yonder in the airy heights of Washington, D.C. the sniping and backstabbing and lying, and mouth-running hit new heights of lowness.

A lady congresswoman who looks like the Sea Hag and a senator who looks like a googledeyed turtle went at it every day. They made me want to throw up. They maneuvered over and over and over like two Sumo wrestlers trying to push their party agenda forward. Just image if you will, those two wearing Sumo wrassler thongs. That would be a show worth seeing.

Meanwhile, folks in the hinterland waited with abated breath to see if those crumbs tossed from the table of the elite- stimulus checks- would ever come. In my mind’s eye I see starving peasants standing at the gate of a big white castle with a dome on top waiting for the morsels.

Well, now that 2021 is upon us, let’s see what will happen. Maybe the political pair I mentioned will make up and give each other a big kiss on main stream news TV. That too would be a show worth seeing providing they both used some industrial strength Polident.

Maybe things will improve on the economic front. Maybe we have learned a few lessons over the past 10 months on sticking together that will last a lifetime. The jury is still out.

We’ve waited a long time for this day

By Tony Marciano 2020 was unlike any year we have ever experienced.

Normally, crazy things happen in other countries, not the USA. Would it stop just before our borders? No, the virus came. In the beginning, we counted the number of people testing positive on our fingers.

Those days are over. So how do we live in 2021?

Back in March, I saw a post where a friend said he wanted to navigate this virus well. He wanted to be able to look back a few years down the road when books would be written about the 2020 pandemic so he could say, “I navigated it well through faith in God.” Our’s is not the first generation to be concerned about our welfare. During the Cuban Missile Crisis, Americans didn’t know whether or not a nuclear attack would be launched on the USA. Here is an excerpt by C.S Lewis from “On Living in an Atomic Age:” “In one way we think a great deal too much of the atomic bomb. “How are we to live in an atomic age?” I am tempted to reply: “Why, as you would have lived in the sixteenth century when the plague visited London almost every year, or as you would

It is time to show our resilience

By Lee H. Hamilton If you pay attention to global affairs, you know that increasing numbers of people believe US leadership in the world is coming to an end.

I think these predictions are exaggerated, but they are not without some basis. It is time for us to re-establish ourselves by showing our capacity for change and adaptation.

The biggest external challenge we face, of course, is the rise of China, which has pulled millions of people out of poverty, drawn attention for its innovation and infrastructure development, and built one of the world’s leading economies. This is an important point. You do not build prestige abroad by collapsing at home So how do we reenergize our global role? We begin by

bringing the pandemic under control, reinvigorating our economy, and re-committing to the rule of law and to the core values of justice, fairness, and opportunity for all our citizens.

Then, I would argue, we need to return to the basics.

We built our preeminence by using an international approach during the post-WWII period, working skillfully with European and other allies to lead the West. We need to re-commit to that approach.

We also must restore basic democratic values— promotion of democracy, treating people decently, opposing corruption and abuse of human rights—to a prominent role in our foreign policy. The moral dimension is key to making our leader-

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Obviously, American military power is part of our strength. But we also need a well-functioning national security system with expanded arms control agreements. We have to counter Iran wherever and whenever possible.

We must identify and oppose the world’s bad actors. And we need to lead the fight on climate change—an existential issue.

Finally, to help the US revitalize its place in the world, we will need strong, capable, realistic, and professional officials filling the key roles.

To be blunt, we have become less respected for our competence and skill over the last four years. Highly regarded representatives abroad can be among the biggest assets we

have lived in a Viking age when raiders from Scandinavia might land and cut your throat any night; or indeed, as you are already living in an age of cancer, an age of syphilis, an age of paralysis, an age of air raids, an age of railway accidents, an age of motor accidents.….If we are all going to be destroyed by an atomic bomb, let that bomb when it comes find us doing sensible and human things—praying, working, teaching, reading, listening to music, bathing the children, playing tennis, chatting to our friends over a pint and a game of darts—not huddled together like frightened sheep and thinking about bombs.

They may break our bodies (a microbe can do that) but they need not dominate our minds.”

It’s been to easy to think once January 1st arrives, things will get back to normal.

Yet, we are living in a “new normal.” Do we wait until 2022 or even 2023?

Because my aging and very old mother lives with me, we have had to be extra careful to ensure we don’t bring the virus into our home. So, do I wait to live or do I live now? I choose to live now.

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It used to be that, in any international forum, it was almost instinctive to turn to the US for leadership. That is less often the case now, and I do not think the world is better off as a result. We have a lot of work to do to reassert our leadership, starting with strengthening our own democracy.

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar at the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice at the IU O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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tained a 2021 calendar and Tony Marciano planned my vacation. Most likely, I will not be able to go to the beach as I did in previous years. 2020 was the first summer I didn’t visit the beach. What can I do?

I mapped out my vacation time I would use to volunteer in a classic car shop. I enjoy watching skilled workers restore an old pile of rust and turn it into a work of art. The owner is teaching me how to repair a damaged fender.

Because my mother’s care requires 24 hour coverage, I will not be able to go away. I still have options. I can go to the lake for the day. I can go hiking. There are activities I can do to recharge myself.

I can be sure to take off ten consecutive days as a staycation. I can, as C.S. Lewis says, be found doing “sensible things.”

In addiction recovery we teach the Rescue Mission’s residents to learn to live life on life’s terms. Even if you are not in recovery, let me encourage you to practice that way of living.

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Eloise Armstrong Buthe 1932 – 2020 Gastonia - Eloise Armstrong Buthe, 88, passed away on December 23, 2020.

Eloise was born in Gaston County on July 2, 1932. She was the daughter of Ralph M. Armstrong (Buck) and Louise Gaston Armstrong. In addition to her parents, she was

predeceased by husbands, Hugh Allen Mullis and Egon Buthe and siblings, Ralph M. Armstrong, Jr. and Betty Jean Armstrong.

Eloise graduated from Belmont High School in 1950 and attended Berea College, Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing (Registered Nurse), and UNC-Greensboro (Nurse Practitioner). Her nursing career was primarily at Presbyterian Hospital and Burlington Industries.

Her greatest joy in life was found in God, family, and nursing, along with later opportunities to teach others her hobby of sewing and quilting. Her life’s desire was to donate her body for the advanced study of medicine.

She is survived by her children, Alan (Mari) Mullis of Leachville, Arkansas, Lisa (Steve) Carrigan of York, South Carolina, and Molly (Mark) Whitehouse of Blacksburg, Virginia, six grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. Also, surviving is a faithful and

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special friend, Ted Reece.

Because of the current health crisis, no funeral services will be held. A Remembrance Service may be held at a later date.

A special expression of gratitude is extended to the phenomenal staff of Brookdale New Hope and Hospice and Palliative Care of Lincoln County who provided loving and compassionate care to our mother and grandmother.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Lincoln County, 900 Dontia Drive, Lincolnton, NC 28092.

Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, if you would like to send a card or phone call to the family will be appreciated.

Condolences may be made to www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia is serving the Family.

Congratulations to GEMS Crew Chief Chris Marlowe for eleven years of service to Gaston County EMS. He was presented with a letter from the County Manager and a service pin.

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed to us.

–Romans 8:18

In the summer of 2000, Gaston Together began a program for school children to enhance the awareness of Gaston County and grow Community Pride. By building on the study of the community in the third grade, Gaston Together worked with Gaston County Schools to develop the “Pride in Gaston Traveling Tour” field trip for all third graders in the county, including both public and private school students. As of the 2020 - 2021 school year, over 50,000 students have participated in this program since its inception.

Just like much of the rest of year 2020, this year’s tour was different. It went virtual! With the help of Gaston County Travel & Tourism, we were able to provide a virtual tour that showcased all sixteen sites in the Pride in Gaston Traveling Tour Activity Book. In addition two of the sites traditionally visited on the field trip tour, the Schiele Museum and the Gaston County Museum of Art & History, created customized videos for the students.

The virtual tour and classwork components were conducted in November.

Although very different, the virtual format did provide advantages for the overall program. First, the teachers had more flexibility in scheduling the program for their class. They usually have to follow a fixed calendar due to scheduling over 2500 students with the tour locations.

Also, using the virtual summary video overview gave the students an opportunity to see something of each site featured in the Activity Book.

Each student participating in the program receive a Pride in Gaston Activity Book. The 2020 Activity Books were graciously sponsored by Times Oil/T.E.A.M. Foundation and Alliance Bank and Trust. The books now feature 16 sites of interest throughout Gaston County. New sites were added to the book last year including: the Loray Mill and MLK Plaza both located in Gastonia as well as Goat Island Park located in Cramerton. Some of the other sites in the activity book are

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the Hoyle House, the C. Grier Beam Truck Museum and the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. The Activity Book features a pen and ink drawing of each site, a few facts about the site and additional space where the students can add other information. All of the pictures in the book were drawn by Gaston County native, Lucy Penegar. The cover design was created by Image Mark Business Services.

The “Pride in Gaston” Traveling Tour program is free of charge to the students thanks to the generosity of community sponsors. The 2020 Corporate Gold sponsor was Mann+Hummel Filtration Technology. Program partners include: Dominion Energy and Tindol Ford Subaru ROUSH. Following the tour, the students are asked to write an essay entitled, “Why I am Proud to Live in Gaston County.” These essays are entered into Gaston Together’s “Proudest Kid in Gaston County,” essay contest. The individual school winners and the overall county winner are announced later in the spring at Gaston Together’s annual Community Leadership Award event.

The “Pride in Gaston Traveling Tour” has proven to be a valuable tool in build-

ing community pride in our students. It has allowed them to experience first-hand some of the heritage of Gaston County through these wonderful points of interest.

With the experience learned through this program, it is hoped that as adults these students will one day want to make Gastonia their home.

Founded in 1997, Gaston Together’s mission is to create a Community of Excellence by bringing people and resources of Gaston County together to address Big Community Challenges.

The purpose is implemented through the principles and best practices of collaboration, facilitation, promotion and the anticipation of possibilities. Current focus areas are Community Pride Building programs (Community Leadership Awards, Pride in Gaston Traveling Tour and Proudest Kid in Gaston County Essay Contest), FaithBased Leadership (Gaston Clergy & Citizens Coalition), Civic Engagement Leadership process and Creating a Culture of Wellness (Gaston Together Healthcare Commission, Gaston Controlled Substances Coalition, Health in All Policies Team and Healthy Gaston initiative).

Steven Long is serving as the 2020 Board Chair.

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COVID-19 vaccines arrive at CaroMont Health Last Thursday morning, CaroMont Health received approximately 1,950 doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccination, designated for front line healthcare workers. The health system’s vaccination roll out follows prioritization guidelines as outlined in Phase 1A of the state’s distribution plan. After 10 challenging months of the pandemic, the delivery of a safe and effective vaccine was a welcome step forward in the fight against COVID-19. The first vaccinations of front line employees took place Friday, December 18 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center and expected to better protect those employees at a higher risk exposure to COVID-19 as they continue to work for the health and safety of patients and the community. Pictured- Mark Chaparro, Director of Pharmacy Services and Kristin Eginger, Pharmacy Operations Manager inspect the delivery of Pfizer vaccine.

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“His experience, passion, collaborative spirit and leadership abilities make him the perfect fit for our organization.”

Most recently, Jordan served as president and CEO of the North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce and CVB where he grew the membership base and raised $5 million for a capital campaign and other programs.

While there, he earned a five-star Chamber/ CVB accreditation.

“I am honored, appreciative and excited to have been selected to join the leadership team of the Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce as the new president,” Jordan said. “I was immediately drawn to the dedication and commitment of the volunteer leadership and staff. I’m anxious to begin my new duties and get to know our members and the unique communities we serve in Gaston County.”

A search committee consisting of numerous past board chairs and led by Shannon and Brad Thomas of Creative Solutions interviewed candidates. Shannon Thomas remarked, “Marc’s resume with his impressive credentials quickly rose to the top of

Marc Jordan our stack. Once we interviewed him, we knew he was the person with the skills and attitude to lead us forward.”

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A New Year!

By Rev. Trent Rankin Salvation Church, Gastonia, NC salvationchurchnc.org

It is safe to say almost every single person we encounter is ready for a new year to begin! This year has been exhausting to everyone. We have faced the COVID pandemic and a presidential election year. This year we have seen all aspects of normal life totally upended. Now, we find ourselves on the cusp of a new year, finally. What will this new year bring, and what will be in store for us? We ultimately have no idea what this year will bring, and we certainly cannot control what will happen. We cannot control everything to come, but we can control us. We can control what we do, how we respond, and how we live our lives.

The Apostle Paul wrote, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.

The old has passed away; behold, the new has come” (2 Corinthians 5:17, ESV). When we consider what we have been through this year, we recognize the needs of many people. We encounter people who have suffered loss physically due to illness. Others have seen their livelihoods devastated financially.

Many people are hopeless, low on faith, and terrified of what the new year will bring. Fear and worry have enveloped very many people.

People are searching for answers, searching for a new way, and searching for salvation in some form.

For us, we know the answer is found in Jesus Rev. Trent Tankin Christ. As Paul wrote, we know that when we come to Jesus by faith, we are a new creation. Everything we were before is passed away. We have a new day before us. We have a new hope in Jesus Christ. Paul wrote in our verse “the new has come.” Through Jesus, a new day has come indeed. So many people are looking for a new day, and a new year. This new day has come in Jesus Christ.

As we have just celebrated Christmas, we know that Jesus came to earth in the form of a man that first Christmas day. He came to save us, to die for us, and to forgive us of our sins. When we believe in Him, we will be new. That does not mean our troubles will suddenly disappear or life will be carefree. It does mean we have a personal relationship with Jesus, and He walks with us. He offers hope to the hopeless, a promise of tomorrow, and a future in heaven with Him. Start your year off right, no matter what has happened in 2020. Start your year in Jesus Christ. The new has come!

Belmont officers Mike Harris and Cody Willett compiled and analyzed the data.

“It was a very good study,” said Willett.

Statistics gathered from the study produced some interesting results. To begin with, a total of 16,700, that’s right, 16,700, vehicles passed down the N. Main/downtown “slot” during the study period.

The speed limit on the stretch in question is 20mph.

The study showed that the average speed folks were travelling was 19.89mph. Half of the vehicles were going 20mph or slower. Eighty five percent of the vehicles were going 26mph or slower.

The fastest vehicle clocked was going 43mph.

“That could have been an emergency vehicle,” said Willett.

The study isn’t a one-time done and forget it deal.

“We will do a follow up study just to see if there are any changes,” Willett said.

Another traffic issue on that same stretch of N. Main that Willett will be looking into is the current lack of a

sign in the crosswalk informing motorists that they must stop for pedestrians. Signs have been placed there before, only to be knocked down. Similar signs are in place on E. Catawba and the portion of N. Main in the center of downtown.

Now that vehicle speed on the N. Main portion of downtown Belmont has been studied, Belmont PD plans to continue monitoring vehicle speeds in other parts of town.

“We will be out there,” said Willett.

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Local textile mill placed on National Register of Historic Places The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources has announced that five individual properties across the state have been added to the National Register of Historic Places. The properties were reviewed by the North Carolina National Register Advisory Committee and were subsequently nominated by the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Officer and forwarded to the Keeper of the National Register for consideration for listing in the National Register.

“These historic places are part of North Carolina’s rich and diverse story, and they need our protection,” said

Secretary Susi H. Hamilton, N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. “The National Register is a vital tool in the preservation of our state’s historic resources, and North Carolina has long been a leader in the nation’s preservation movement.”

The listing of a property in the National Register places no obligation or restriction on a private owner using private resources to maintain or alter the property. Over the years, various federal and state incentives have been introduced to assist private preservation initiatives, including tax credits for the rehabilitation of National Register properties. As

of Jan. 1, 2020, over 3,933 historic rehabilitation projects with an estimated private investment of over $3.043 billion have been completed.

One of the properties is the Trenton Cotton Mills in Gastonia, Trenton Cotton Mills, Gastonia’s oldest extant textile mill, is locally significant under Criterion A in the area of Industry for its role in the development of Gastonia and Gaston County’s textile industry. Following the establishment of the Gastonia Cotton Manufacturing Company by G. W. Ragan in 1887, Gastonia soon became a hub of textile manufacturing in North Carolina. Tren-

View of exterior, Trenton Cotton Mill No. 2, south elevation, looking north.

NORTH CAROLINA STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE Office of Archives and History Department of Natural and Cultural Resources NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES Trenton Cotton Mills Gastonia, Gaston County, GS3221. Listed 11/3/2020. Nomination by Cindy Hamilton & Nathan Curwen, Heritage Consulting Group; Claudia R. Brown, N. C. State Historic Preservation Office.

Photographs by Heritage Consulting Group ton Cotton Mills, established in 1893 as Gastonia’s second textile mill and also organized by Ragan, experienced immediate and continuing success that led to expansion with a second mill on the property in 1900 and later substantial additions in 1922

and 1954. Trenton Cotton Mills began contributing to Gaston County’s renown for production of combed yarns ca. 1910 when the company added the machinery necessary to convert to production of this high-quality yarn. The mill retains a relatively high

level of historic integrity that conveys all major period of the operation’s growth. Its period of significance begins in 1893 with the completion of Mill No. 1 and ends in 1972 when the mill ceased operations.

Catawba Crossings feasibility study

Interior view, connector, looking west.

The Gaston-ClevelandLincoln Metropolitan Planning Organization (GCLMPO) and regional project sponsors have begun a feasibility study for the Catawba Crossings Project. A feasibility study is an early planning tool that results in conceptual designs, cost estimates, and recommendations for future study.

The Catawba Crossings Project proposes a new alignment roadway between NC 279 (S. New Hope Road) in southeastern Gaston County to NC 160 (Steele Creek Road) in western Mecklenburg County. The GCLMPO recommends a multi-lane, median-divided boulevard. A boulevard typically includes

landscaping along the roadway as well as bicycle and pedestrian accommodations.

Between January 6, 2021 and February 4, 2021, GCLMPO and its partners will be accepting comments on the project. Additional information will be provided at www.catawbacrossings.com and you will have the opportunity to provide feedback through the project website.

Your insights into the short- and long-term transportation needs of the local community are invaluable, and we welcome your thoughts. The project team will carefully consider all comments received and evaluate whether they can be incorporated into

the conceptual design of the project. GCLMPO will present those conceptual designs at a second public engagement event in the summer of 2021.

If you do not have reliable access to the internet, a computer or smart phone, but would like to participate in this project by providing comments, please contact the GCLMPO Project Manager by phone or email to make arrangements that will meet your needs.

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YEAR IN REVIEW From Page 1 old timey to fast and modern.

On the schoolhouse front, the paper that week also ran a series of photos highlighting East Gaston High and the makeover to its front entrance.

The August 13 BannerNews made a visit to the Cramerton Historical Society Museum to get a look at the work underway there. Another story that week visited First Baptist Mt. Holly to get an update on the nearly com-

mont on the site of the former Acme mill.

August 27 wrapped up that month in the paper and it was topped by a story on the incredible WWII adventures of Polish-born Stanley Dudko and his wife Jasia. Both of them escaped the Nazis and came to Belmont where he was a teacher at Belmont Abbey and she was a businesswoman. That same paper also spotlighted the Millican Pictorial Museum and

of local schools. Bond money from 2018 was being used to fund the work.

The September 10 BannerNews had a great story on Gertrude Harris who had just turned 100 years old. She had lived in East Belmont most of her life and still kept house there. On the municipal front, the City of Belmont’s CityWorks building project was nearly complete. The project converted a 40 year old former mill into a modern

Professor CJB Reid descendants on the front porch of the 1920 house. Rear from left Charles Reid, Oscar Reid. Front row from left Forrest Reid, Jerod Reid, Abriel Reid. plete restoration project following the fire from several years back. On the COVID side, NC Gov. Cooper extended his Phase 2 rules.

August 20 would have normally been the start of new school year, but as the BannerNews reported, it did not happen as usual due to COVID restrictions and precautions. On the bright side, Cramerton Girl Scout Kathryn Cupp built a mini-food pantry and stocked it with canned goods. The cupboard is at Cramerton City Hall.

The paper that week also announced a big new development coming to North Bel-

the 20,000+ archival photos Allen Millican had gathered from all over the region.

School news that week looked at the new Grab and Go lunch program where folks could drive by their school and get a bagged lunch for the kids.

September came along and the Banner News issue dated the 3rd looked at plans for the third annual Mt. Holly Lantern Parade. The event had drawn large crowds to downtown Mt. Holly the previous two years but plans for 2020 were altered a bit to cope with COVID. On the schools front, another article spotlighted renovation work at a number

Kaitlyn and Audrey Leazer show off a Cramerton High letter jacket that’s part of the Cramerton Historical Society museum collection.

facility for city staff and cost $34.8 million.

The September 17 BannerNews looked at plans for the City of Belmont’s new Parks and Rec. facility that is also slated to be built in front of the CityWorks structure.

The 45,000 sq. ft. building will house a gym, offices, workout rooms and more.

Good news for the September 17 Banner News included the information that Gaston Schools had achieved an 88 percent grad rate. Over in Mt.

Beauty queens added a touch of glamour to the December 3 BannerNews.

Holly, the fire department held a special COVID mask giveaway event.

The month of September came to an end with the BannerNews edition for the 24th.

That issue visited the new St. Joseph College Seminary in North Belmont and its incredible main building and campus. Another outing that week went to Shining Hope Farms near Stanley where veterans were receiving care via hippotherapy- therapeutic horse riding. In Belmont, the fire department took delivery of a new $600,000 fire engine that was sorely needed.

Autumn and October rolled along and the BannerNews issue for the first of that month saw an article asking if Abe Lincoln’s mom Mt. Holly city manager Danny Jackson retired in October.

Nancy Hanks had lived in Belmont for a while. To this day a stone marker in the Pin- merton fire department. The Stanley and the treasure trove stowe subdivision marks the mural featured the town’s of historical items there. Anspot where her uncle Dickie’s logo and a goat in a canoe. other article looked at the cabin once stood and she is In Belmont, Muddy River CJB Reid House in Belmont said to have spent a spell there Distillery was recognized where Professor Charles before Abe was born. Another for having earned a national Jesse Reid had lived around article that week looked at award for the quality of its 1920. The house is next door our area’s hurricane history rum. Owners and founder to where Reid High used to including Hugo and Irma. A Caroline and Robbie Delaney be. Another article that week big void in the October papers started their business on a explained how the 2020 was the lack of football game shoestring and have built it Christmas Town 5K race up to a huge success. would have to be a virtual photos due to COVID. October 15 came around event due to COVID conThe October 8 Banand the BannerNews that cerns. nerNews took a look at the See more week featured a piece on the new mural that had been creYear In Review, Page 7 Brevard Station Museum in ated on the side of the Cra-

St. Joseph Seminary College in North Belmont held its grand opening.

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East Belmont’s Gertrude Harris turned 100 in 2020.

YEAR IN REVIEW From Page 6 October 22 had several upbeat stories including an update on the Cramerton Historical Society’s artifact collection efforts. Another piece that week had an artistic flair and covered the outdoor painting event in Mt. Holly called “Plein Air Paint Out”. The event featured works by local artists who had created them outdoors and then put them up for display and sale at the Mt. Holly Farmer’s market pavilion.

October 2020 wrapped up with the BannerNews dated the 29th. That issue focused on Mt. Holly city manager

Danny Jackson who had announced his retirement after being with the city since 1987. The third annual Mt. Holly Lantern Parade took place and BannerNews was there taking photos of the incredible and artistic lanterns that been created with a circus theme. On a different note - NC Gov. Roy Cooper issued another order continuing Phase 3 COVID restrictions for at least three more weeks.

The November 12 BannerNews looked at the recent election and its results.

Local results were tabulated

Harris as a young woman known as “Blackie”. quickly, but the presidential election not so quickly and as you know is till being wrangled over. In Stanley, a story there looked at the naming of the new Blacksnake Road bridge for USMC Cpl. Nic O’Brien who lost his life in Afghanistan in 2011. In Belmont, the Parks and Rec. Dept. got a new and much needed activity bus for a cool $98,000.

Moving along, the November 18th BannerNews featured artist Irisol Gonzalez and the great mural she was creating in the CityWorks building. The mural traces Belmont’s history from its early days to the present time in a wide variety of images and colors. That same issue saw coverage of the Cramerton Veterans Day event. Vietnam veteran and Purple Heart recipient Larry Rick was the main speaker.

The November 25 BannerNews ran a good story taking a look at the installa-

The Mt. Holly Lantern Parade brought some much needed smiles. ton Schools lunch truck that was delivering lunches to kids in several local apartment complexes. An inside article passed on the word from Gov. Cooper that folks needed to wear their COVID masks at all times. Good news that week came in the form of three GEMS employees getting awards for resuscitating a heart attack patient.

December 10 rolled up and the lead story that week was the announcement that Kevin Krouse had been named as the City of Belmont assistant manager. That same issue also saw photos from the reverse Christmas parade in Belmont. It was the parade that wasn’t a parade but was a parade. Also that week, as in years past, the BannerNews was on the scene at the annual Toy Run for Kids that started in Ranlo.

Hundreds of motorcyclists gave out toys to kids and a

Sharon Hodge waved goodbye to 2020 and her 48 year banking career. great time was had by all.

The December 17 BannerNews covered two somber stories - the death of Mt. Holly police officer Tyler

Georgia Smith, Linda Allison, and Andrea Chewey at the Catawba Heights polling place in November.

The Montcross Chamber and City of Belmont pulled off a reverse Christmas parade. tion of stained glass windows at First Baptist Mt. Holly.

The beautiful windows are one of the last phases of the church’s post-fire reconstruction. In Belmont, an article profiled work being done at VFW Post 144 by Boy Scout Troop 56 member Jesse Whaley to beautify the place for his Eagle project. On the inside pages, a photo spread featured the Lowell River Sweep cleanup where volunteers picked up a lot of trash along the South Fork River.

December 3 came along and the BannerNews that week featured a story on local beauty queens and the fact that they had won some valuable scholarship Mt. Holly police officer Tyler Herndon lost his life in the line funds. Another article that of duty. week took a ride with Gas-

Herndon who was killed in the line of duty on December 11, and Rev. Charles Reid who had recently passed away from health issues. The bright spot that week was a profile of the Keep Belmont Beautiful organization.

December drew to a close and the issue dated the 23rd ran a story on Sharon Hodge and her upcoming retirement after serving banking customers in Belmont for 48 years. The inside pages of that paper also ran some photos from Lowell’s reverse Christmas parade which did a lot to lift the spirits of folks after a year that had been a trying year at best.

Irisol Gonzalez created a beautiful mural for the new Belmont CityWorks building.

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Banner News Fellowship & Faith

Church Directory Morningside Missionary Church

McAdenville Baptist Church

711 Morningside Dr. 704-822-9142

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

Mt. Sinai Baptist Church

Main Street • McAdenville, NC

339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320

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

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

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

Redemption Hill Church

Cramerton Temple of God Church

redemptionmountholly.org

East Wilkinson Blvd.

704-824-5319

Ridgeview Baptist Church

1120 Charlotte Ave. 704-530-5174

Second Baptist Church

Hood Memorial AME Zion Church

740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181

455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

Loves Chapel Presbyterian 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

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

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

Catawba Heights Church of God CBC-Memorial Apostolic

909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

6325 Wilkinson Blvd.

704-755-5034

704-867-2317

212 South Street 704-825-7269

East Belmont Free Will Baptist

Exodus Church

Containers/Trailers Sales & Storage Rental

122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225

118 School Street 704-827-7071

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

Shiloh AME Zion Methodist

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist New Hope Presbyterian Church

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

105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

River of Life Full Gospel Church

151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711

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 1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

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

Way of the Cross Baptist Church

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

LOWELL

First Presbyterian Church

Bethlehem Church

512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

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

3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

Carolina Community Baptist 604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872

Center Baptist Church

217 N. Main St. 704-263-2691

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

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

527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647

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

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

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

811 Mauney Rd.

3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939

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

Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses

Restoration Church

BESSEMER CITY

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

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

235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

McADENVILLE

5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

First Baptist Church

St. Paul FHB Church

541 Costner St. 704-827-0004

Gaston Christian Church

416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church

Cramerton Free Will Baptist

1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141

Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly

6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954

Employees of

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

North Main Baptist Church

Restoration & Deliverance

Grace Wesleyan Church

CRAMERTON

Lakeview Baptist Church

192 Main St. 704-824-2740

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

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

Welcome Baptist Church

Bright Light Baptist Church 112 White Jenkins Rd. 704-681-2017 Don’t see your church listed?

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Governor allows to-go or delivery sales for mixed beverages Last week, Governor Roy Cooper signed an Executive Order authorizing the North Carolina ABC Commission to permit the delivery or carryout of mixed beverages as an alternative to on-site consumption. This Order is effective December 21, 2020 at 5:00 pm through January 31, 2021.

“This order will help people avoid settings that can contribute to increased viral spread while giving restaurants and bars a financial boost that they need right now,” said Governor Cooper. “With cases and hospitalizations high around the country, let’s all do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19 while supporting local, small businesses safely.”

Under this Order, establishments holding certain permits

from the ABC Commission, including restaurants, hotels, private clubs, private bars, and some distilleries, are allowed to sell mixed beverages to-go or for delivery. These businesses, delivery service providers that contract with these businesses, and purchasers of mixed beverages to-go must follow the restrictions in the Order and any additional restrictions and guidance established by the ABC Com-

mission.

The Modified Stay at Home Order remains in effect and the sale of alcohol for on-site consumption must still cease at 9 pm. Businesses subject to the Order may continue to sell mixed beverages for off-site consumption until their business closes and in accordance with other applicable laws and regulations.

The Council of State concurred with this Order.

Fund set up in memory of Officer Herndon A memorial fund has been set up in honor of Mt. Holly police officer Officer Herndon who lost his life in the line of duty on December 11, 2020. “The Tyler Herndon Memorial Fund” has been created at SouthState Bank.

Cash or check donations can be dropped off at any Gaston county location (Mount Holly, Belmont, Gastonia, Dallas, Stanley). All monies collected will be given to the Herndon family in honor of their son.

Public input sought for Hickory Nut Gorge State Trail plan The N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation launched a new web page to seek public input as staff develop the Hickory Nut Gorge State Trail master plan. The master plan is a long-term strategy for the park that details how and where access will be provided and prioritizes projects and investments. Master plan development involves identifying recreation and conservation needs for the trail and collecting stakeholder input on priorities for the park.

The new web page includes a survey, informational maps and a narrated presentation that highlights the master planning process and initial concepts for the new state trail. The site can be accessed at https://trails. nc.gov/blog/2020/11/10/ hickory-nut-gorge-state-trailplanning-process. Members of the public are encouraged to visit the new site, view the presentation and informational documents and provide their input via the online survey.

Hickory Nut Gorge State Trail is one of nine state trails and crosses Henderson, Rutherford, and Buncombe counties. It will connect Bearwallow Mountain, Lake Lure, Chimney Rock State Park, and the Florence Nature Preserve. Conserving Carolina, a land trust serving western N.C. and northern S.C., has driven the development of the trail and is one the division’s major partners in the effort. When complete, the trail will be 50 to 60 miles long.

Carr Elementary fourth grade teacher Takasha Morrow was the recipient of 100 books through the Charlotte Hornets “Pick and Read” literacy program. The program features an author reading and discussing his or her book with students in a virtual setting. Mrs. Morrow was selected as the October winner from over 50 teachers who participated in the webinar.

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Aiming Outdoorsmen Toward Christ

Connect the Dots: It’s all about Him

Prosper righteously

By Dennis Siracusa January first is here. Some are recovering from excessive partying and all want a fresh start to a prosperous New Year.

It’s interesting, how changing calendars infuses hope like that. But have we learned that fresh starts should be more than flimsy New Year wishes. It should be productive living with firm goals, action steps, resolve and hard work based on a Godly firm foundation. We should look to Jesus for fresh starts every morning as He taught us. JUST THINK “The steadfast love of the Lord is new every morning…” Lamentations 3:22. And be encouraged because by reading further we understand that Jesus understands all our weaknesses, extends us unfailing mercy, and provides everything we need to prosper righteously.

Jesus came, in the flesh, to pay our sin penalty on the cross.

“For God loved the world so much that He gave His one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life,” John 3:16 HE ALSO CAME to serve and show us how to serve; “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give His life as a ransom for many.” Mk 10:45. Jesus wants us focused on these two things: His eternal, redemptive work on the cross and serving others. How does selecting important goals and the turn of our calendar tie in? Let’s look at the book of Mark in our bibles.

This book is filled with examples of Jesus serving and meeting the desperate needs pressing in all around Him; constantly!

His identity is revealed heavily here by His actions.

Chapter one begins with Jesus teaching in the syna-

gogue, confronting and healing a demon possessed man, then healing Simon’s mother-in-law, and after sunset healing many sick and demon possessed people Dennis Siracusa such that the whole town gathered to witness this. Could this truly be the Son of God? Then Jesus got up early to pray, taught more in the synagogue, cast out more demons, and healed a man of leprosy. These are just a sample of Jesus’ acts of service. Read the whole book. You may find yourself astonished. Constant ministry meeting various and sundry needs and never skipping a beat; never failing to help others. Let’s ask how this compares to the substance of our daily activities?

These essays connect components of life so we discover it really is “All About Him!” That is what exchanging calendars and focusing on what’s most important means to me too; coming to terms with our shortcomings, purposing to do better with the Lord’s enablement, and serving others the best we can. How? By developing a daily devotional habit; learn and meditate on God’s Word, honor God in prayer, quietly draw close to the Lord and learn to hear His voice guiding us through life and to those in need. Let’s purpose to do our best to start 2021 right.

Prayer: “Father you are busy constructing a wildly different year this year. Help us be the valuable parts you want us to be and to be blessed and be a blessing in the process, in Jesus’ name.”

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She earned her master’s in Educational Media and Instructional Technology from Appalachian State University and holds certificates in Information Accessibility Design and Policy from

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For the past several years I have spent the first or second week of November hunting deer away from home. As all deer hunters know, these weeks are considGARY MILLER ered the best for having an opportunity to harvest a big buck. And while my area has lots of deer and is also home to some big ones; there are other parts of the country that hold even more giants per acre. So, I leave home and drive many miles in order to increase my odds.

But since I rarely use an outfitter when I arrive at my distant destination, my first order of business is to figure out just where the deer are most likely to be. I scout, check maps, and listen intently to any information the landowner has to offer. He or she is never wrong and if they tell you to hunt on the top of an abandoned piece of equipment between the hours of 1:30 and 4:00 that is exactly what you do. They live there. They see the deer day after day. And they have no reason to tell you a lie. I can remember an episode like that one year in Alabama. The rancher drove through his ranch and stopped about 50 yards from a cedar tree that was in the middle of a field. Next to the tree was a milk crate.

He said to my friend and me, “One of you guys need to sit right there.” We looked at each other hoping the other would jump on the opportunity. My friend succumbed to my pitiful look and walked to blue milk crate. I was relieved that he gave in until that night when he started bragging about his eleven pointer and I was only bragging about my predictably placed tree stand that was set up overlooking a predictably placed green field that looked like it would be the perfect place for a deer to arrive.

I learned my lesson and you need to as well. That sometimes the greatest gifts arrive from the strangest places.

That sometimes what looks like a most unlikely plan is the perfect one. And sometimes what only seems to be food for an animal can be a bed for a king. Happy New Year!

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The Professional Development course at Gaston College has received certification from Quality Matters, the global organization that leads quality assurance in online and innovative digital teaching and learning environments. The course teaches realistic career-building skills and motivates students toward improving both personal and professional performance. The QM Certification Mark is the internationally recognized symbol of online and blended course design quality.

Professional Development is included in the curriculum for the Office Systems Technology program at Gaston College and is an elective for other programs, such as Accounting, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, and Paralegal Technology. It is the first course that Gaston College has submitted for Quality Matters Certification and it earned the certification after a rigorous review process which provided validation of its quality, learner-focused design.

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Scenes from Wreaths Across America in Stanley National Wreaths Across America Day was December 19 and wreath-laying ceremonies honoring veterans took place at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 2,100 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. In Stanley, American Heritage Girls and others placed wreaths at Stanley Cemetery and elsewhere in town.

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Hawks Nest earns N.C. STEM School of Distinction title Hawks Nest STEAM Academy is recognized across Gaston County for its focus on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Now, Hawks Nest has gained attention at the state level for earning the North Carolina STEM School of Distinction title.

The Department of Public Instruction and State Board of Education began recognizing schools in 2014 for outstanding efforts in STEM education. Hawks Nest is one of only 16 schools statewide to earn the STEM model school designation, and it is the only model school winner for 2020.

The award recognizes Hawks Nest for its concentrated emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics across the curriculum, according to Dr. Jill Payne, principal.

Hawks Nest STEAM Academy opened in August 2016 as the only elementary magnet school in Gaston County with a focus on STEAM. Becoming a model school was on the radar from the beginning.

“We started the process four years ago by looking at the STEM rubric and using the information to create the foundation for our school,” she said, adding that it takes most schools a number of years to prepare for the application process. “It’s been a group effort since we started the process. Our staff chartered our course from day one. They sat down and created a plan, and we have worked together to make it happen.”

STEM Schools of Distinction are recognized by the Department of Public Instruction for exemplifying

outstanding leadership and challenging students to think creatively. With a focus on teamwork, teachers and staff help students develop the ability to reason and embrace essential STEM attributes they need to be successful in today’s society.

“One of our main goals is to make sure our school is a place where students thrive.

They’re growing academically because of our efforts to take a whole-school approach to the STEM curriculum and also integrating the arts,” she said.

Of the schools that applied, Hawks Nest was selected as one of the top 36, which led to a follow-up visit to further explore the school’s qualifications. The follow-up was done virtually because of the coronavirus pandemic. While it usually takes 24 hours to find out the

Dr. Jill Payne, principal of Hawks Nest STEAM Academy, shows off the North Carolina STEM School of Distinction award. results, Hawks Nest received “It’s been very excitconfirmation only three hours ing,” Payne said of the proafter its presentation. cess. “There are so many good things going on here at Hawks Nest, and I’m so proud of the work that is being done.”

Payne says even more important than the recognition is seeing her students grow

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Do you praise or criticize?

Someone did an experiment with two groups of golfers. Each group had a round of golf videotaped.

The video of the rounds was edited. The first group was shown video of their best shots— their longest drives, their most accurate iron shots and chips, their one-putts. The instructor conducting the experiment praised the golfers and told them to, “Go out there and play like this again.” And the golfers did. In fact, they went out and actually improved their scores.

The second group was shown video of their worst shots— their drives that were topped, their shots that were hooked and chips that went over the greens, their missed short putts. The instructor conducting the experiment told these golfers, “People, is this any way to play golf? Now go out there and fix those shots.” And the golfers immediately went out and played worse than before.

Praise someone and you encourage him to do his best.

Criticize her and expect her to fix it on her own and you discourage her from improving.

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

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

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FOR SALE

CARS & TRUCKS

FOR RENT

FOUR CEMETERY PLOTS in Section 1 of Rose Hill Memorial Park. Graves 1,2,3,4. Lot 170. Only $500 each. Will sell in pairs. Call 704-473-5000 (704) 473-5000

ASSORTMENT OF CHILTON REPAIR MANUALS. I have a large assortment of Chilton Auto Repair Manuals. Some are imports and trucks. Some Motor Manuals all are hard back copies. Best Offer! (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

PROPANE GRILL TANKS REFILLED. Only $10.99. Call 828287-3272.

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

1990 CADILLAC DEVILLE 72,000 original miles. $4,000.

828-980-0692

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DEER CORN, 60 POUND BAG. $7.00. Callahan Farms.

704-300-5341, Steve 704-4728865, Cletus, 704-300-5341, Todd (704) 692-1627 ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Call for more details. 828-382-0455.

DEER CORN, SHELLED, 50 LBS, $7. Cob Corn, $8. 828287-3272.

REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING SYSTEM. Mac

by Robinair Recovery and Recycling System. Comes with spare tank. Can send pictures by phone. $475. (704) 300-1818 WE BUY TRAILERS. Must have title and ID. 828-2455895.

TWO CEMETERY PLOTS. Two burial plots in Section II of Rose Hill Memorial Park, Graves 1 and 2, Lots 256. $1800 for both.

Call 704-482-2647 or 704-4777625, if no answer leave your name & number.

A CLEANING COMPANY WITH NO HIDDEN FEES!!!

2 Room Carpet Special, only $88.00. Call 704-980-3047.

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

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.

FESQUE HAY FOR SALE $4.50 per bale. Call 704-5384110. If no answer, leave message.

3 HEAVY DUTY TOOL BOXES. Ford Super Duty (250 & 350), $250 each. All three $600. Retail over $400. Reggie Keistler, 980-254-5876

WE STOCK METAL FOR ALL your roofing or repair needs.

J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City. 828-245-5895.

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

18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,095. 704-482-3166.

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 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.

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.

FLAG POLES AND FLAGS IN STOCK. 15ft., 20ft., and 25ft.

Delivery and install available.

J. Johnson Sales, Forest City.

828-245-5895.

16X40 STORAGE BUILDING, WORK SHOP, ETC. Built on site, one day install. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

“COVETED VETERANS CIRCLE” In Gaston Memorial Park. Three Burial Plots For Sale. Will Sell Together or Individually. (919) 272-5503

as the song goes...

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243.

(704) 538-5788

2010 BMW 3 SERIES 328i. Hardtop convertible, leather seats, All bells and whistles, 104,000 miles. $10,500. Call Larry (704) 2973234

WANT TO BUY

CAMPERS

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

FOR SALE 2016 Prowler Camper. Call and leave message at 704482-0865 for more information.

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

VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store.

Call Dorcas, 803-718-2659, (803) 635-9831

REAL ESTATE CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton collector, (704) 695-4917 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

FARM & GARDEN HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. 4x5 Round Bales in barn, $40 each. Fescue and Orchard grass. Rutherford County. 828-429-3100.

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

PETS & LIVESTOCK

“Every Picture Tells A Story Don’t It...”

WANT TO BUY. Pop-up campers.

Call 828-429-3935.

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. Full blooded. Males & females $200. Call: 704-718-3827 or 704-718-7420. (704) 718-3827 CHRISTMAS PUPPIES. Full blooded Labrador Retrievers.

All black, first shots & wormed.

Parents on site. Ready 1224-20. Taking deposits $400.

Leave message 828-429-0210 OLDER MATURE KITTENS. Neutered and spayed with all shots. Looking for good homes.

(704) 472-7116

RUTHERFORD COUNTY LAND FOR SALE. Logan Township in Rutherford County. 828429-7200.

2BR, 1BA. Appliances, central heat/air. $650 month, $650 deposit. HAP ok. 704-487-8282, 704-692-0091. 314 Grice St. Shelby, NC 28150 HOUSE FOR RENT IN SHELBY 1 BR Duplex, Frig & Stove. $525/month. 941-916-2235.

MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain.

Price starting at $100 per week.

Call (704) 739-4417 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 704-487-1114. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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

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 1 ACRE LOT. Located at 239 Owens Chapel Road, Union Mills. Has well, septic-tank and electricity. Nice for camper spot or mobile home. Asking $20,000. 828-286-9457.

UNRESTRICTED LAND FOR SALE. 6.9 Acres of UNRESTRICTED land with a BOLD CREEK. Wooded, gently sloping to creek, and at the end of a dead end, paved road. NO OWNER FINANCING. Ellenboro, NC 28040 (828) 453-7341 t_mcdowell@bellsouth.net

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY 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

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list.

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.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2 BAY GARAGE FOR RENT. Ellenboro area, Hwy. 74 Business. $325 per month. 828429-5001.

2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City.

Starting at $500 per month.

828-382-0475.

SIBERIAN HUSKY PUPPIES for sale. Ready for a great gift at Christmas. Blue eyes. AKC registered. 704-300-1466.

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. 828-245-5895.

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CARS & TRUCKS 1980 FORD F100 PICKUP. Long bed with ladder rack.

Needs some work. Can send pictures by phone. $1200. Call (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net 1997 FORD ECONOLINE COMMERCIAL CUTAWAY E-350 WORK TRUCK. High back, 7.3 Diesel, 118k miles, auto, Reading work body with ladder rack, one owner, new tires, $15,000. 828-245-9620, 828-223-1564.

EVEN WHEN IT’S JUST AROUND THE CORNER.

NEVER GIVE UP UNTIL THEY BUCKLE UP. VISIT SAFERCAR.GOV/KIDSBUCKLEUP

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