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Stunning new Belmont Middle School nearly ready for students By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info
Progress continues to be made on the beautiful new Belmont Middle School under construction on South Point Rd. Ground was broken in late March 2019 for the project and despite a few weather related hiccups has continued at a steady pace ever since. Now, the job is nearly done. Gaston Schools employee and project manager Paul Nault had this to say about the exquisite edifice to education. “It is a gorgeous building,” he said. “It has been a pleasure working with the
contractors and architects and everyone should be proud of the job that has been done.” Belmont Middle principal Susan Redmond is also thrilled with the project. “I get excited every time I step inside the building,” she said. “It is an amazing showplace not just for Gaston Schools but for the Belmont community as well.” Morgen Houchard is executive director for auxiliary services for Gaston Schools. He is pleased with how the project has progressed. “It has come along wonderfully,” he said. “Everyone is very excited.” See BELMONT MIDDLE, Page 6 & 7
Mt. Holly Farmers Market getting set for another great season By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info
The long-awaited spring 2021 opening of the Mt. Holly Farmers Market is coming up- with some tweaks to help customers and vendors continue to stay safe during the COVID-19 situation. The market will open at 8 am, Saturday, April 3 and stay open til November.* The market is located in at 226 S. Main St. in downtown Mt. Holly. Look for the large open air trellis. This year marks the market’s 16th anniversary. There will be two Entry/ Exit points into the market for customers- one on Main St. and the other at the market rear parking lot. A pick
up area will be provided if needed. The market will provide a required hand-washing station for customers before entering the market. Gloves will be used by all vendors at their tables, and hand sanitizers will be available. All materials will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before and after market set up. The market will round up purchases to the dollar to reduce cross contamination from coins, therefore no change will be available. The market asks that customers wear masks but they are not mandatory. The market will continue to follow state COVID protocols as they evolve which currently See MARKET, Page 9
Belmont Middle School Principal Susan Redmond proudly standing in front of the new school.
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New book celebrates Queen of Apostles Catholic Church By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info
Since its official dedication in March 1965, Queen of Apostles Catholic Church in Belmont has been a spiritual and social icon. Now, a new book, “A Home For All: History of Queen of the Apostles Catholic Church, Belmont NC”, is out that celebrates not only the church’s past, present and future, but the overall scope of the Catholic influence and impact in our area. The book’s author is Bel“A Home For All: History of Queen of the Apostles Catholic mont resident and Queen of Church, Belmont NC” by Jack H. Morris is now available. Apostles parishioner Jack
Morris who is a former Wall Street Journal bureau chief. Morris has also authored several other works including the History of the Remarkable Haile Gold Mine which details the story of that Lancaster, S.C. operation that began in 1827 and has reopened as the largest gold mine in the eastern U.S. A Home For All begins by examining North Carolina’s Catholic heritage going back to the days in the early 1800s. From there, Morris moves closer to home and tells the story of how Irish Catholic gold miners arrived in what See BOOK, Page 4
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R ECOLLECTIONS AND R EFLECTIONS Ninety minutes in another land Recently Sharon and I took a trip to Central America. Well, sort of. Actually we visited a very large and very popular local flea market and from what I could see most of the vendors were from that region of the globe. It was an eye opening experience. One portion of the market sold exotic fruits and vegetables. One fruit looked like a hand grenade. Hot peppers of every size and color were available to scorch the goozle of partakers. One man had a stack of coconuts and when somebody would buy one he would take a huge machete and chop a hole in it and insert a straw. Another vendor had humongous bags of fried pork skins. Another had a big chunk of meat on a stick and he was slicing wads off with a butcher knife and putting the mystery flesh in tortillas for customers who squirted red hot sauce on the whole affair and were wolfing it down. There were booths selling
The folks were talking cowboy boots a mile a minute but I from Mexcould not understand ico. These a lick of it. However, brightly colI think someone could ored clodhoplearn the Spanish pers had toes language from hangso narrow ing out at the marthey looked ket enough times. I like the could learned a couple of pierce 1/2” words just reading exterior plythe signs on the food wood given Alan Hodge trucks- sopa means e n o u g h Banner-News Editor soup just in case you hombre leg power. The boot toes also didn’t know already. Chicpointed upward at a sharp aronnes are fried pork skins. After we got home from angle like the prow of a Viking ship. Other vendors of- the market I pondered where fered huge straw hats to keep all those Latino folks had the broiling sun at bay. Other come from, how they got folks were selling pinatas and here, where they live now, what they do for work, and tennis shoes by the stack. Need a chicken? Those what they plan on doing in were for sale as well. I asked the future. I suddenly realized that a the guy selling them what similar situation took place folks did with them and he over 200 years ago in our smiled and said “eat”. All the while we were area. In 1773 my five times strolling the stalls, it dawned great grandfather John Smith on me that English was the and his wife Rosanna, and second language amongst the their kid David came from vast majority of the flea mar- Northern Ireland to what is keteers and their customers. now the South Point peninsula near South Point High School and settled on a land grant from King George. That area at the time was populated by Catawba Indians. I can hear Aiming the Indians now- “Well, boys, Outdoorsmen Toward Christ there goes the neighborhood.” The fact is, human beings can’t be still. We have to wander. Maybe where certain groups wander and settle irks By Gary Miller the folks that have already been on that spot for generaI know I am constantly growing as a tions but that’s just the way it hunter and fisherman. All I have to do is is. look back at last year and I know there’s Some folks might curse room to get better. One young man was GARY MILLER the flea market folks and being interviewed for a new position. The interviewer asked, wish they would go back “What do you wish to gain by your employment here?” To where they came from, but which the applicant replied, “I wish to gain experience.” that ain’t gonna happen. But Well, there’s one thing that’s for sure, he will gain experi- maybe they aren’t such bad ence. It may be a good experience or a bad experience, people after all. I felt safer at but he will gain experience. Each hunt offers much of the the market than in some areas same. Hopefully, most of the days will bring good experienc- of Charlotte I’ve been in. I didn’t buy anything at es. Undoubtedly some will bring a painful one. I remember the flea market on this trip, the year I bragged about my fifty-five-yard shot on a double bearded gobbler, only to miss another bird a few days later, but I did bring home a better at only fifteen yards. Now I may have thought I had “arrived” understanding of how folks as a hunter after such a long and might I say, impressive everywhere just want to make shot. But missing at such a short distance brought me back a dollar and live what they think is a better life than the to the reality that I am an imperfect hunter. And the truth is, one they left south of the boras long as I continue to pursue this passion of mine, I will der or across an ocean. forever be learning and growing. It’s sometimes amazing how we can deal with these faux pas’ when it comes to hunting or fishing, but we are quick to give up when it comes to something like our Christian life. We tell ourselves if we cannot do it completely, perfectly, and wholeheartedly, we’ll just not do it at all. And thus, we let our imperfections determine our worth as a child of God, while God never expected any such ability from us anyway. Did you know that Michelangelo started forty-four sculptures? Fourteen of them were never completed. I heard these facts not long ago. I wondered what the value of those fourteen might be. You see, our worth to God is not based upon how many successful Christian days we have logged. Heck, it’s not based on anything we have or can do. It’s based solely on the initiative of God to love us out of his character, even while we were unlovable. And God’s determination to continue to love us is not based upon our ability to be lovable either. It is based entirely upon his own insatiable desire to accept us as imperfect and incomplete persons made in his own likeness.
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Connect the Dots: It’s all about Him
You have to be there By Dennis Siracusa It’s fun for me to pause and reflect on unexpected life experiences. A golden fox on a snow swept Colorado mountain, a complete triple rainbow, and my Gastonia NC k-2 class two years ago theatrically animating a selfproduced skit expressing love and appreciation to me and my co-teacher. All once in a lifetime events where I simply had to be there to appreciate it! I couldn’t have dreamed these up. When I think about God, He is infinite and I couldn’t have dreamed Him up either; and it’s taken me many years to realize how much we have to thank Him for and the miracles surrounding us to be amazed by; miracles of birds in flight, magnetic stones in my driveway, and people’s smiles or a gentle snow, the intricacies of flowers or the touch of a child’s little hand nestled in ours. Yes, if we slow down and really pay attention, miracles are everywhere. We’re remembering Easter now and while we, alongside children, enjoy the fanciful festival we have made it, our most important lesson is to honor the miracle of Jesus Christ’s earthly life. We couldn’t come to him so He came to us. John 1:14 says “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” (NIV) And John 3:16 reminds us “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” (NIV) Jesus’ life was to show us God. His death on the cross was to atone for the sins of any who call on Him as Lord. And His resurrection miracle proves that life after earthly death is real; eternity is real; and we
each have a choice; will we spend it with him or apart from him? It seems to me that the birth, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ are really about LOVE. Jesus demonstrated love was all about devotion and service. In my 40+ years walking with the Lord I’ve seen how Jesus’ love changes us for the better and renews us. When we look at the condition of our world today, clearly much love is missing. If we think about it everything good, desirable, and praiseworthy flows from love. We can’t have peace in our world without it; thankfulness and praise to our God for His blessings and miracles will be non-existent without love. Love is what drives us to read God’s Word and within those pages is wisdom, truth and understanding which, hope-
fully, everyone wants. But, without love we won’t even read Dennis Siracusa God’s Word which destines us to flounder through life. The Love of Jesus will revive our souls (mind, will and emotions) and God’s love will bind us together with Christian brothers and sisters we would never have known if it hadn’t been for Calvary. God is full of eternal moments; of miraculous, unexpected wonder; His love fills our universe and is available to inspire us but we have to look; we have to be there not knotted up with distractions. Let’s turn our attention to him today. He is altogether worthy!
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Carolina Pro Musica concert is April 10th Carolina Pro Musica, Charlotte’s early music ensemble, concludes the 43rd season with “Ayres of Spring” featuring music from the 13th to the 18th centuries. Special features are Eddie Ferrell’s arrangement of Vivaldi’s Pastorale from the famous La primavera (Spring) and acantata for soprano and flute by French composer Joseph Bodin de Boismortier entitled Le Printems (Spring) This happy concert brings joy as we envision the
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Mcintosh makes President’s List Georgia Southern University recently recognized approximately 2,420 students on the Fall 2020 President’s List. Kathryn Mcintosh of Mt. Holly has been named to the
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This past Sunday many Christians around the world celebrated Palm Sunday. Many people who are not followers of Jesus, have no idea what this day represents. It seems to many as a day to carry palm branches, the beginning of Holy Week leading up to the death of Jesus on the cross Good Friday, and His resurrection on Easter Sunday morning. However, Palm Sunday is more than just these things, it represents the day Jesus triumphantly entered the city of Jerusalem, putting the world on notice that God Himself was in their midst. As Luke writes in chapter 19:28- 40 of his gospel, Jesus like many Jews, was preparing to celebrate the Passover Feast, marking the day God passed over Israel as He destroyed the firstborn of Egypt freeing Israel from bondage. Jesus sent some of His disciples into the village, telling them that they would find a colt tied. They were to untie it and bring it to Him. As they did, Jesus rode the colt into the city of Jerusalem. As Jesus entered the city, a large crowd formed, casting palm branches before Jesus crying out, “Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord!” (Luke 19:38,
ESV). The Pharisees tried to get Jesus to quiet His disciples, yet Jesus said if they did, even the rocks would cry out in worship that day. That day in Jerusalem many followers of Jesus acknowledged Him as God as He entered the city. They worshiped Him loudly, not caring what the religious leaders of the day thought, or even what the Roman authorities thought either. Palm Sunday reminds us that now is a time to acknowledge Jesus in our lives. It is a time to remember that Jesus is Lord of our lives and has a plan for each us. It is also a time for us to worship. If we are going to truly acknowledge Jesus, we must worship Him. Jesus is worthy of our praise. Must the rocks around us cry out in worship because we will not? Once Jesus arrived in the city, Luke 19:4144 tells us He cried over the city. He knew many who praised Him that day would call for him to be crucified by Friday of that week. Jesus knew most people would reject Him and miss His visit to earth. Will you miss Jesus today? Jesus entered Jerusalem triumphantly. He came for you and me. That Friday He would die on the cross for us, and rise again Easter, conquering death. We can have eternal life through Him today. Will you receive His visit?
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Gaston Day School recently held its annual Spelling Bee contest. Congratulations buzzed out to Haldora Churchill who took first place in the event. Haldora’s photo was incorrectly labeled in last week’s Banner-News. We apologize for the error.
ON THE ROAD WITH THE Queen of Apostles church office, 503 N. Main St. Belmont, NC.
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is now Mt. Holly and established the 1843 St. Joseph’s Church - the fourth oldest Catholic church in our state. Morris continues his local Catholic chronology by outlining how Belmont Abbey came into being and its rise as a religious and educational anchor in our area. Moving into more recent
Top Speller Congratulations to Pinewood Elementary School 5th grader Luke P. for spelling his way to the top of the school’s spelling bee contest. He represented Pinewood at the Gazette Spelling Bee on March 31st. Other top Pinewood spellers included Nathan B., Sadie H., Laila J., Grayson M., Jake M. Luke’s information was incorrectly placed with the wrong photo in last week’s Banner-News. We apologize for the inconvenience.
influence on society, schooling, and spirituality. Just a few of the legion of Catholic leaders that Morris presents in his pages include Father Jeremiah O’Connell, Abbot Leo Haid, Sisters of Mercy Mother Mary Margaret, Monsignor John McSweeney, Abbot Placid Solari, and Father Frank Cancro who recently retired as Queen of Apostles leader. Morris also adds to the richness of his writing by including interviews with dozens of folks who shared their recollections and reflections of the Queen of Apostles story. On the visual side, A Home For All is richly illustrated throughout with dozens and dozens of photographs and other illustrations going back to the 19th century and continuing up to the present day. Churches such as St. Josephs, Belmont Abbey, and of course Queen of Apostles past and present are featured. In addition, photos of celebrations and ceremonies connected with the Catholic life are plentiful. Even Though A Home For All’s main focus is on Queen of Apostles, the book
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Jack Morris is also a large slice of the life and lore of Eastern Gaston County and the multi-layered, positive, impact that its Catholic residents have had and continue to have there. You might call it history with a heart. Hardbound copies of A Home For All are available at Queen of Apostles church office, 503 N. Main St. Belmont, for $30. The office is open Mondays-Fridays 8:30am-12:30 pm. Shipping adds $12. For in person purchases provide exact cash, check, or money order. Electronic payments at www. queenoftheapostles.org. Prepaid sales only can be picked up at weekend Masses. NO sales take place at the church.
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BELMONT MIDDLE From Page 1 With its rich dark red and tan brick coloration, not to mention sheer size and classic architectural appearance, the exterior of the school has already become a familiar and fabulous sight on South Point Rd. The sprawling campus and athletic fields add to the overall visual impact. Nearly all of the inside work has been completed. Furniture has been delivered and is being set up. Interior colors in paint, flooring, carpet, and furniture reflect the school colors of green, blue, with grey backgrounds. A large, gleaming, stainless steel kitchen and food serving area will make dining times a pleasure. The cafeteria also has a stage for performances and other events. It’s dubbed a “cafetorium”. A modern library and media center will serve as the heart of the school and is located near the main entrance. One nice feature of the inside are the skylights that let natural light flood in. In this respect, Belmont Middle is similar to the new Stanley Middle School where sky-
School nickname on gym floor.
lights are an important architectural feature. Indeed, Belmont Middle’s floor plan is similar to Stanley, but as Nault calls it “stretched” to accommodate more students. Sports are an important part of Belmont Middle and the new school will have superb facilities for them. Out back, a nice brick concession stand and press box overlooks the football field and a paved running track. Bleachers will be ADA accessible. “This is a nice setup,” Nault said. “It is being done right.” The school also has two baseball diamonds. The gymnasium is huge and the floor features the BMS Wildcat logo. There are four basketball goals and plenty of seating area. Plans are for the school to open in August. Over the summer, equipment and furniture from the old school that can be used will be brought over. What’s left will be stored for use in other schools. Here are some more facts about the new school.
The football field and stands. Beam Construction Company of Cherryville is the builder, and LS3P Associates the architectural firm. LS3P also designed the new Stanley Middle School, which opened in March 2018. Beam Construction also built the new Pleasant Ridge Elementary School in Gastonia, which opened in
August 2017. The cost of the school is an estimated $33.54 million, and construction took about two years. The new two-story school features more than 155,000 square feet of space and will be able to accommodate 1,000 students. The core areas of the school such as
The fantastic gym.
the cafeteria and gymnasium are built to accommodate 1,200 students to plan for future growth. Also, grades will be separated by wings, with the sixth grade on the main floor and seventh and eighth grades on the second floor as well as administration areas on each floor; separate bus and
vehicle entrances with more than 200 parking spaces and a pick-up lane that is able to accommodate 100 cars; maximum use of natural light and energy efficiency throughout the school. The school was paid for with a $250 million bond referendum. See more scenes on page 7.
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Stairs leading to second floor.
Skylight in the media center.
A study room.
Rear of the school. Band room.
Photos by Alan Hodge
BELMONT MIDDLE SCHOOL SCENES From Page 6
Concession stand and press box.
Baseball field.
One of the cavernous hallways.
Side view of the school.
The stage in the cafetorium.
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Banner News Fellowship & Faith
Church Directory Ebenezer U Eb United i d Methodist Church
Morningside Missionary Church 711 Morningside Dr. 704-822-9142
Mt. Holly Church of God 208 Rankin Ave. 704-827-8596
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Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320
New Covenant United Methodist
Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church
New Providence Baptist Church
151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889
1104 Old NC 27 Hwy. 704-827-0822
New Saint Paul Holiness Church 1529 Old Hwy. 27 Rd. 704-827-5851
North Main Baptist Church 1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141
Redemption Hill Church
105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856
River of Life Full Gospel Church
151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711
Hood Memorial AME Zion Church
Containers/Trailers Sales & Storage Rental
704-867-2317
Lutheran Church of the Holy Comforter 216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483
Message of Love Church
BELMONT Alexander Memorial Baptist Church 208 South Main Street 704-825-3216
Brotherhood/Sisterhood WNCC UMC 120 Park Street 704-825-1333
Catawba Heights Baptist Church 311 Belmont Road 704-827-8474
Christ Church Presbyterian Church 901 Catawba Street 704-461-8614
CrossFix Ministries 6131 Wilkinson Blvd. 704-879-4499
Crossroads Church 101 Beaty Rd. 704-827-8381
Centerview Baptist Church 2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061
East Belmont Baptist Church 501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780
East Belmont Church Of God 320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845
306 Pearl Beaty Dr. 704-827-6500
Mount Moriah Baptist Church 110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046
CBC-Memorial Apostolic
New Hope Presbyterian Church 4357 S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-1697
New Life Baptist Church 201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195
New Mills Chapel Fire Baptized 104 Morning Glory Ave. 704-825-5457
North Belmont Church of God 2316 Acme Rd. 704-827-4092
O’Conner Grove Church Ame Zion 613 N. Main Street 704-825-5576
Park Street United Methodist 120 Park Street 704-825-8480
Power of the Spirit Church Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church
Ebenezer United Methodist Church
503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600
First Baptist Church 23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758
First Foursquare Gospel Church 8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811
First Presbyterian Church 102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357
First Presbyterian-Belmont 112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668
Sanctuary of Praise Ministries 124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823
South Point Baptist Church 124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516
South Point Freewill Baptist 297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045
South Point United Methodist 510 South Point Church Rd. 704-825-4019
Springwood Freewill Baptist 826 Stanley-Spencer Mtn. Rd. 704-827-7801
St. Marks United Methodist Church
First United Methodist Church of Belmont
701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175
807 South Point Road 704-825-2106
The Pointe
Fresh Anointing Church of God 71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283
Friendship Baptist Church 5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276
Catawba Heights Church of God
212 South Street 704-825-7269
909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346
6325 Wilkinson Blvd. 704-755-5034
312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726 122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225
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
704-825-9861
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
108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676
DALLAS Gateway Cowboy Church The Barn at Sandcastle Farm 155 Sandcastle Rd.
STANLEY
Tuckaseege Baptist Church
7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277
511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301
Way of the Cross Baptist Church 238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111
Amazing Grace Baptist Church
Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran 203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621
Wesley Chapel Holiness Church
Community Pentecostal Center
324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993
320 Ralph Handsel Blvd. 704-263-8731
Westview Presbyterian Church
First United Methodist Church
Community Christian Fellowship
1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026
217 N. Main St. 704-263-2691
2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881
LOWELL
230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968
Chapel Baptist Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-5526
Core Church 707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033
Cornerstone Family Worship 709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640
Covenant United Methodist 110 Underwood Dr. 704-820-0603
Family Worship Center 1013 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-7656
Finish Line Christian Center 1792, 108 N. Main St. 704-980-285-8334
First Baptist Church-Mt. Holly 300 S. Main St. 704-827-2481
First Free Will Baptist Church 841 Noles Dr. 704-827-7461
First Presbyterian Church 133 S. Main St. 704-827-0521
First United Methodist Church
Bethlehem Church 3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050
Carolina Community Baptist 604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872
Center Baptist Church S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-4121
Epic Church 100 Indian Walk 704-671-4652
Lowell Church of God
First Presbyterian Church 512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275
Gold Hill Missionary Baptist Church 7447 Old Plank Rd. 704-827-7966
New Faith Baptist Church 1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249
New Life Baptist Church 527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647
Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church
804 W. First Street 704-824-3383
2717 Dallas/Stanley Hwy. 704-263-4406
Lowell Free Will Baptist Church
Springfield Memorial Baptist Church
3010 Lowell Rd. 704-824-9389
2920 Dallas-Stanley Highway 704-263-4426
Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church
Stanley Church of God
201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church 120 Branch St. 704-824-4535
First Baptist Church of Lowell
324 N. Main St. 704-263-4041
Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church 113 E. Parkwood St. 704-263-2131
Trinity Full Gospel Church
400 W. 1st St. 704-824-1215
303 Sunset Dr. 704-263-9765
Goshen Free Will Baptist Church
First Baptist Church
United In Action of Stanley
1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076
317 W. 1st St. 704-824-1213
Grace Baptist Church
5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-524-0555
New Life Church
300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600
128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356
Welcome Baptist Church
Hickory Grove Baptist Church
Presbyterian Church of Lowell
3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939
207 E. 1st St. 704-824-3807
Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses
Restoration Church
1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199
1800 Spencer Mountain Rd. 704-824-5250
Lighthouse Full Gospel Church
Woodlawn Baptist Church
530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442
1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261
140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855
Living Witness Ministries
Goshen Presbyterian Church
513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185
Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd
143 Church St. 704-824-5380
Roper Street 704-601-5146
110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751
McAdenville Baptist Church
MT. HOLLY
Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God
Bethel Baptist Church
Macedonia Baptist Church
124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-965-1004
NC Highway 273 704-827-9846
1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224
Will of God Church
207 Lowell Ave. 704-824-4213
1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851
McADENVILLE
5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252
Riverside Baptist Church
St. Paul FHB Church
541 Costner St. 704-827-0004
Gaston Christian Church
501 Cramer Mountain Rd. 704-824-4286
West Cramerton United Methodist Church
St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church 210 Park Street, Belmont NC
Life Church
Second Baptist Church
1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826
204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342
235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991
171 S. Main St. 704-824-7785
Shiloh AME Zion Methodist
Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church
First Baptist Church
1120 Charlotte Ave. 704-530-5174 740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181
455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007
154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831 East Wilkinson Blvd. 704-824-5319
Ridgeview Baptist Church
Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church
Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church
Cramerton Temple of God Church
826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999 6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959
416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745
Restoration & Deliverance Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly
Employees of
Cramerton Free Will Baptist
redemptionmountholly.org 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954
Grace Wesleyan Church
CRAMERTON
14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468
Lakeview Baptist Church
192 Main St. 704-824-2740
McAdenville Wesleyan Church 300 E. Wesleyan Dr. 704-824-1073
811 Mauney Rd.
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Ida Rankin student takes part in food drive in honor of great-grandmother One of the Mt. Holly Community Relief Organization’s (CRO) long-time associates, Peggy Putnam, passed away on February 16 at age 86. Her grandson eight-yearold Ida Rankin Elementary second grade student Brayden Shrewsburg helped with a food drive to honor her. Taking a cue from “Mrs. Peggy” as she was known by many, Brayden was a CRO volunteer as well. “Maw Maw has taught all of us, her daughters included, to put others first,” said Brayden’s mother Heather Shrewsbury. “When the food drive was announced
he wanted to collect as many food items as possible to honor her. He was really excited. He asked me to put it on Facebook and start letting people know. Needless to say in just the short week community members, friends and family donated food and money so he could go shop.” Brayden was able to win his school food drive. His class collected a total of 1,544 items for CRO. Second place (5th Grade Mrs. Brown) was very close behind with 1,209. Brayden collected 1,336 items on his own with the support through donations and financially
($475). He shopped twice with the financial donations and loaded down the car. “I am beyond proud of his spirit and willingness to help others in need,” Heather said. “I cannot say thank you enough for all of your help with this project. I can just see and feel Maw Maw beaming down.
Peggy Putnam
Her beautiful kind spirit lives on in her community and in family. I’m so proud to be a part of this town. The kids of Ida Rankin collected
7,564 total items for the CRO. If that doesn’t show a higher quality of community involvement I don’t know what does.”
Brayden Shrewsburg
MARKET From Page 1
includes relaxed social distancing. The market will be offering the usual bounty of fresh vegetables, meat, baked goods, flowers, and more. In addition there will be music starting April 24 and food trucks. As usual, credit and debit cards will be accepted at the market, as will EBT/SNAP transactions. SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, is the nation’s most important anti-hunger program. SNAP provides benefits to eligible low-income individuals and families via an Electronic
Benefits Transfer card. This card can be used like a debit card to purchase eligible food in authorized retail food stores. To be eligible for SNAP, most households must meet certain bank balance limits. A household with an elderly (over 60) or disabled household member may have a higher bank balance limit. More details at https://www. fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistanceprogram. The way it works is folks can present their SNAP card at a booth for that purpose at the market. The card account values are used to obtain wooden tokens which
are in turn used to purchase food. Precooked hot food and art and craft items cannot be bought with the tokens, but things such as fruit and vegetables can. Anyone, not just SNAP clients, can purchase the wooden tokens instead of using a bank card or writing a check for their purchases. Overall, this year’s Mt. Holly Farmers Market will once again be an oasis of healthy food for its customers and a safe place to shop for it. *The market will be closed May 1 so that the Shriners can hold a car show in the parking lot. For more information visit https://www.homegrownmountholly.com/
The Mt. Holly Farmers Market is opening a bit early this year to give folks an early start at buying all the goodies for sale. This photo was taken pre-COVID. Photo by Alan Hodge
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BANNER-NEWS OBITUARIES who came from very humble beginnings, was successful in his 40+ year career with CibaGeigy and was proud to have been able to send each of his children to college (and one to law school) along with a new car gifted to them on or around their 16th birthdays. Ron’s main focus in life was always to honor God and the blessings He provided. When faced with the news of his fate, his earliest reaction was peace in knowing where he was going. *** Shortly after his 80th birthday, Ron was diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He passed away four months later at home. A celebration of his life was held Wednesday, March On March 16, 2021, Ron 24, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. in Hardee (80) passed away at the sanctuary at Mt. Bethel home alongside his family. United Methodist Church in This is the first time Ron and Marietta, Ga. Tina have been apart since elIn lieu of flowers, please ementary school, when they consider a donation to Camp were crowned king and queen Big Heart, the special needs of the fourth-grade sweetheart summer camp where his dance. Tina never left his side grandson David spends part through the ups and downs of of his summers or Next Step the next seven decades. They Ministries, a local job skills recently celebrated their 57th program of which David is a wedding anniversary. part. Ron is survived by Tina, Ron would have also aphis children Jim (Stephanie), preciated a simple note or Mark (Tara), Missy (Jim), care package sent to one of Mike, his niece Robin Rusour troops deployed overseas sell (Darrell), as well as his and in harm’s way. beloved grandchildren Zach Finally, while it was much (22), David (22), Lily (16), more common to hear “War Evie (14), Burton (13), Sloan Eagle” from Ron’s tailgating (10) and Luke (9). spot, the Auburn Creed is reTo know Ron was to know ally what Ron was about. He he fiercely prioritized four lived this in his own way and things: God, family, country encouraged all those around and Auburn. Ron’s proudest him to do the same. achievement was his family, The Auburn Creed I bein particular his grandchildren lieve that this is a practical all of whom he loved dearly world and that I can count -- including the very special only on what I earn. Therebond he had with David. The fore, I believe in work, hard two of them spoke every sinwork. I believe in education, gle day for the past 10 years, which gives me the knowleven if it was just for a minute edge to work wisely and to say goodnight. trains my mind and my hands The four Hardee children to work skillfully. I believe learned from Ron many things in honesty and truthfulness, without which I cannot win the respect and confidence of my fellow men. I believe in a sound mind, in a sound body and a spirit that is not afraid, and in clean sports that develop these qualities. I believe in obedience to law because it protects the rights of all. I believe in the human touch, which cultivates sympathy with my fellow men and mutual helpfulness and brings happiness for all. I believe in my Country, because it is a land of freedom and because it is my own home, and that I can best serve that country by “doing justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with my God.” And because Auburn men and women believe in these things, I believe in Auburn and love it. - George Petrie (1943) Camp Big Heart Post OfCongratulations to Pinewood Elementary School’s Mrs. Giana fice Box 1519 Albany, GA McGuire who was named a top five finalist for Gaston County 31702 http://campbigheart. Schools’ Teacher Assistant of the Year. Mrs. McGuire is a dedicated member of our Exceptional Children’s Department who org/donate-online/ Next Step Ministries is loved and respected by all of her colleagues. This is Pinewww.nextstepministries.net/ wood’s second year in a row having a staff member recognized get-involved with this honor.
Ronald Leroy Hardee aka “Grumpy”
that would serve them well later in life: teams over the individual, but never let your team down; the attainment of success in life is about hard work and perseverance; and long-term loyalty (to a company or another human) pays bigger dividends than a shinier object. They also learned from Ron the epic art of enjoying the beach. The beach was a source of happiness and joy for Ron. Not only did he unfailingly win the “who is tanner?” contest, it was a place where he delighted in showing his love of America. Packing for a beach trip for Ron was an exercise not only in how many beach chairs he could fit in the car for the family chat circles he meticulously arranged at sunrise…it also meant how many American flags he could fit in the car to encircle that spot – marking his territory as if to say to passersby and the world, “I’m at the edge of my beautiful country with my beautiful family, and I will be here all day celebrating the two things that make me the happiest and proudest to be alive.” No beach trip would be complete without the Auburn cooler. Trip-after-trip, the children were delighted to open the top to hear “War Eagle” play from a speaker built inside the lid and to grab one of his ice cubes or cold mini Snickers bars, of which he always seemed to stash extra. To say Auburn was a source of pride for Ron is an understatement. At one point, Tina pointed out to Ron that there was nothing in his closet that was not orange and/or blue (including the ties). After attending the school himself where he studied chemical engineering, all four of his children (and Stephanie) graduated from Auburn. Ron,
City Pride Day planned Keep Belmont Beautiful and the City of Belmont will be holding their annual “City Pride Day” on Saturday, April 17. Tables will be set up near the main entrance of Stowe Park in front of the Fighting Yank statue. “Grab and go” supplies such as bags,
picker tongs, and gloves will be available from 9AM till 11AM. Masks will be required, due to COVID19 there will be no food or drink served. Please call 704-825-8587 or email keepbelmontbeautiful@gmail.com to register yourself or a group.
L to R: Terry Cox, TechWorks Gaston, Ron Elmore, SBTDC, Martha Stowe, Belmont City Council, Jim Hefferan, Belmont City Council, Adrian Miller, Belmont City Manager.
TechWorks Gaston receives NC Main Street Award TechWorks Gaston (TechWorks), an entrepreneurial tech co-working space, was awarded the prestigious Main Street America™ Award of Merit for Best Public/Private Partnership in Downtown Revitalization from the North Carolina Department of Commerce at its virtual NC Main Street Conference. Open in Belmont since April 2019, TechWorks is the result of partnerships with state, county, and city government, along with foundation and corporate funding. TechWorks features gigabit fiber and state of the art AV in a digitally connected center of office and co-working space, conference and training rooms, and a large, multi-functional event space. Housed in a restored mill building, TechWorks blends the historic and new, with original floors and walls coupled with an innovative design to inspire minds for the future. “It is an honor to be nominated for this award by the City of Belmont, and to have our partnership acknowledged by the state of North Caro-
lina,” said Terry Cox, Executive Director of TechWorks Gaston. “TechWorks is a shining example of how public/private partnerships play a fundamental role in revitalization to produce positive outcomes for communities,” she added. The Main Street America™ Program works to stimulate economic development within the context of historic preservation, using a comprehensive approach to downtown revitalization. As one of 11 projects awarded in various categories statewide, TechWorks was recognized for how its creative, positive public/private partnership contributed to the revitalization of downtown Belmont, NC. “TechWorks has become an essential component of our downtown revitalization and an important recruiting tool for further economic development efforts, said Phil Boggan, Downtown Director, City of Belmont. TechWorks serves as a model for how small towns in urban-rural counties can reimagine growth opportunities.
By strategically leveraging its proximity to a growing metropolitan center, TechWorks has been able to become a hub for tech innovation and entrepreneurship, stimulate broadband expansion, and help build a talent pipeline for technology jobs. As part of its mission, TechWorks is committed to providing the community with exposure, education,and hands-on experience with the latest technology tools. TechWorks created the K-12 Academy (with innovative education approaches), offers training for in-demand tech skills coupled with certification testing services, and advocates for the expansion of digital engagement. Furthering this commitment, TechWorks recently launched a Virtual Presence Lab,inclusive of a multi-media studio,with videography, podcasting, livestream, drone media capture, and spatial computing, including Virtual Reality. TechWorks will offer various multi-media services, education,and training out of the new Lab.
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The South Point JV Red Raiders dropped a close one last week with R-S Central at Rutherfordton 27-21. Jack Milford and Ashton Green scored rushing TDs for South Point and David Howard returned a kick 70 yards for a touchdown with a little over two minutes to go, but it wasn’t enough to top the Hilltoppers. Photos by Calvin Craig/Superraiders
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Gaston County Schools has announced the five finalists for Gaston County Principal of the Year 2021-2022. Tyler West, Pinewood Elementary School, Mt. Holly, is one of the finalists. Others are Kevin Doran, Cherryville High School, Jill Payne, Hawks Nest STEAM Academy, Loretta Reed, Woodhill Elementary School, Torben Ross, Robinson Elementary School. The winner will be revealed this spring during our Evening of Excellence program, which is being sponsored this year by Truist Bank.
Congratulations to South Point High School student Peter Targonski, who was recently named one of 100 finalists for the Goodnight Scholars Program at NC State University. The scholarship is limited to students studying in the STEM disciplines or affiliated education majors. The value of the scholarship is $21,000 and is renewable for up to four years for first-year students. If selected, Peter plans to study Aerospace Engineering.
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Gaston County Schools Good News for March 2021 The Gaston County Board of Education received the following “good news” for the month of March 2021: The five finalists for Gaston County Principal of the Year 2020- 2021 are Kevin Doran, Cherryville High School; Jill Payne, Hawks Nest STEAM Academy; Loretta Reed, Woodhill Elementary; Torben Ross, Robinson Elementary; and Tyler West, Pinewood Elementary. Fifteen high school students were selected for the prestigious North Carolina Governor’s School. They are Amarah Kendrick, Ashbrook; Aaron Hollar and Luis Tejada, East Gaston; William Barnes, Evan Friday, Margaret Lu, and Austin Moss, Forestview; Amy Hernandez Gutierrez, Hunter Huss; Navaeh Meadows and Kylie Puett, North Gaston; Lydia Crawford, Autumn Deal, Dylan Nicks, and Scotlyn Wyatt, South Point; and Hailey Royall, Stuart W. Cramer. The following students have advanced to the final round of the National Merit Scholars competition: Sydney Lester and Grace Nehring, South Point; Marshall Pearson, Highland; and Jacob Wootton, Stuart W. Cramer. The scholarship recipients will be announced this spring. South Point High School senior Peter Targonski was named one of 100 finalists for the Goodnight Scholars Program at N.C. State University. The scholarship is valued at $21,000 per year, and it is for students who plan to study in the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) disciplines or affiliated education majors. The “Do the Right Thing” award winners for February are Kimora Lambert of Springfield Elementary; Abigail Saynorath of Cramerton Middle School; and Nathan Franks of North Gaston High School. The awards program recognizes students for outstanding leadership, service, and character. Four high school students were winners in the Region 6 Science Fair at UNC-Charlotte and qualified to compete in the state-level virtual competition hosted by N.C. State University. They are Luigi Bortolussi, Highland; and James Gunter, Martin Inman, and Carter Robinson, Forestview. A number of elementary schools in Gaston County Schools observed Dr. Seuss’ birthday as part of the annual “Read Across America” Week celebration. The following student-athletes earned Big South 3A allconference honors: J.J. Moore, Noah Caulder, Sincere Love, and Ray Mackey; Hunter Huss; Jordan Robertson, Ashbrook; Camury Reid, Forestview; and Justin Rocquemore, Stuart W. Cramer. Gaston County Schools received more than 3,000 twelve-ounce bottles of hand sanitizer from the Greater
Charlotte Auto Dealers Association. With a mission to support local communities, the association in partnership with Harris Teeter offered the individual bottles of hand sanitizer as added protection for students and school staff. The following school financial secretaries completed the N.C. Association of School Business Officials’ (NCASBO) School Treasurers Academy: Wendy Hawkins, Catawba Heights Elementary; Jessica Higgins, Pleasant Ridge Elementary; Aenita Hudspeth, Pinewood Elementary; Rhonda Peregory, Bessemer City Primary; Carla Steele, John Chavis Middle School; and Tina Walker, Hunter Huss High School. The professional development program included sessions that focused on school finance law, internal controls, general accounting concepts, and other school bookkeeping topics. The Ashbrook High School “Cares Campaign” collected 1,827 cans of chicken noodle soup and Gatorade for Cancer Services of Gaston County. To celebrate W.B. Beam Intermediate students meeting their iReady goals, students had the opportunity to throw a pie in principal Todd Dellinger’s face. Belmont Middle School students collected more than 440 gently-used books to distribute to students at a local elementary school. The book collection was a part of the “Read Across America” celebration. Bessemer City High School senior Kaytlinn Lawson won first place in the Keep Gastonia Beautiful Arbor Day art contest. Bessemer City High School girls’ basketball coach Billy James was named the Southern Piedmont 1A Coach of the Year. In addition, sophomore Janiya Adams was named the Southern Piedmont 1A Conference Player of the Year, and Daejah Hardin and Imani Rhodes earned all-conference recognition. Bessemer City High School sophomore Randall Pettus was named an all-district first team performer by the N.C. Basketball Coaches Association. He also earned Southern Piedmont 1A all-conference recognition. Cherryville High School student-athletes Terayha Bess, Lavonte Hughes, and Austin Thompson earned all-conference honors for the Southern Piedmont 1A conference. During the month of February, the Cramerton Middle School student council sponsored a pop tabs drive for the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte. The collection resulted in 26 pounds of pop tabs being sent to a local recycling facility. The aluminum is exchanged for cash that is used to support families at the Ronald McDonald House. East Gaston High School student-athletes MaKayla Boyd, A.J. Price, and Trenton Sherill earned all-conference honors for the Southwestern
2A conference. Forestview High School senior Anie Sery was awarded the George B. King, Jr. Civil Engineering Scholarship from UNC-Charlotte. Grier Middle School began a new school-wide iReady initiative with the purpose of increasing iReady use among students. In five weeks, student engagement increased from 58 to 92 percent in math and 55 to 86 percent in English/language arts. Highland School of Technology freshman Addie McCraw earned all-conference recognition for the Southern Piedmont 1A conference. Mount Holly Middle School raised more than $2,400 for the Special Olympics of Gaston County. New Hope Elementary raised more than $12,000 for
the American Heart Association. Page Primary installed a new art kiln, which was bought with funds raised through the school’s virtual dance-a-thon. Students at Page Primary are participating in a monthly iReady Challenge. When students meet their iReady goal, they get a colored silicon bracelet for being a “Page iReady Star.” Students who meet their goal each month of second semester will get to participate in a drawing for prizes. Teachers and staff at Page Primary received care packages from the PTO and Park Street United Methodist Church as the school transitioned from Plan B to Plan A. Pleasant Ridge Elementary teachers in art, music, physical education, band,
innovation station, and counseling teamed up with the Gaston County Virtual Academy to provide engaging and interactive experiences for fourth grade students. Pinewood Elementary completed its third year of the “One Book, One School” program by reading “The One and Only Ivan.” This year’s kickoff was a live virtual event, and the finale is a family art project. The school has a webpage dedicated to resources, read-aloud videos, and family trivia questions for the school-wide reading event. Sherwood Elementary received a check for $500 from the Laurel East Community Watch. In addition to the donation, the group is refurbishing the school sign and planning a spring beautifica-
tion day. Community volunteers from the United Way’s Reading Soul Mates program are working virtually with students at Sherwood Elementary. Sherwood Elementary received a $100 donation from Bubba’s 33 of Gastonia as the proceeds from a recent family night event at the restaurant. South Point High School junior Holly Kellogg is a finalist in the Charlotte Humane Society’s t-shirt artwork contest. South Point High School senior Ayden Baker was named the Southwestern 2A Conference Player of the Year, and junior Cooper Ray was named to Southwestern 2A all-conference team.
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The R-S Central High Hilltoppers from Rutherfordton came calling at South Point High’s Lineberger Stadium last Friday. The Red Raiders led 13-7 at half. Red Raider kicker Carson Smith had two field goals from 40 and 32 on the first two South Point drives of the game. The Hilltoppers scored two TDs in the third quarter. Hunter Hogue dove in from one yard out to bring the Red Raiders within two points, but the two-point conversion run failed. Final Score: RSC 21, SP 19. Lilly Myers was named homecoming queen. Photos by Calvin Craig/Superraiders
The Stuart Cramer High Storm Varsity football team traveled to Ashbrook High last Friday and played the Greenwave. When the final buzzer had sounded, the Greenwave washed over the Storm 35-27. Here are some scenes from the exciting matchup. Photos by Bill Bostick/Tarheel Sports Photography
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To place your ad go to CarolinaClassifieds.com or call 704-484-1047 ANNOUNCEMENTS HOST FAMILIES NEEDED FOR 2021 FOREST CITY OWLS PLAYERS. Host families provide a spare bedroom and access to a bathroom and laundry facilities. Each player is responsible for their own food and transportation, but the host family may include the player in meals and activities! PLUS you get two season tickets for each player you host! If you are interested in hosting a Forest City Owls player, please contact Kiva at 828-245-0000 or kfuller@forestcitybaseball.com TOP DOG AUTO SALES. Buy here, pay here! LOW down payments. Financing available. 351 Oakland Road, Spindale. 828287-8668.
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SEEKING HVAC SERVICE TECHNICIANS. Shelby Heating & Air is seeking HVAC service technicians. Pay based on experience. Subject to pre-employment drug screen, background and drivers’ license check. Apply in person at Shelby Heating & Air, 1990 Eaves Road, Shelby. 704-4877877. lisa@shelbyhvac.com NEED PERSON TO CLEAN OUT UTILITY ROOM and ORGANIZE. Will pay. Call 252484-0246 or (980) 291-5052 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH BOSTIC is seeking bids from a licensed and insured contractor to perform lawn care duties for the Church properties. Job description can be obtained at the Church office, 188 East Church St., Bostic M-F from 10am-2pm through April 2.
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COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. (980) 295-5568
EMPLOYMENT TASTEBUDS POPCORN NOW HIRING Daytime, Evenings & Weekends. Send resume and availability to mail@tastebudspopcorn.com (Located at 208 N. Main St., Belmont) GREAT WORKS PRIVATE CARE. A newly licensed home care agency is now hiring PCA/ CNA’s in your area. For Seniors in need of home or after surgery care, we are accepting new clients. Call 704-374-5286 Today! We Do Great Works. greatworksllp@gmail.com TEACHER NEEDED. $9.00 to $15.00 per hour. “Based on Experience and Education”. Apply In Person at KIDS WORLD CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER located at 1152 Wyke Rd., Shelby NC. 704-471-1717. COATS PERFORMANCE MATERIALS (Patrick Yarns) 501 York Road, Kings Mountain. Apply Within. For more information, email jobs-northamerica@ coats.com or call 980-291-2216.
TOP DOG FAST FOOD NOW HIRING! Cooks and other positions open. Apply in person. 351 Oakland Road, Spindale. PT SALES/STOCK CLERK for Retail/MXB Store, Columbus, NC. Over 21, pass background and drug screens. Call Diane, 828-894-3188. WANTED SOMEONE to sharpen knives and scissors. Call 704-482-1595. NOW HIRING. Experienced roofers needed. (704) 477-0516 SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC NEEDED. HoJoe Powersports & Equipment is looking to hire a full-time small engine mechanic. Experience a must! Background check & valid driver license required. EOE. Apply in person at 110 Grigg St., Shelby, NC
SEEKING HVAC INSTALLER & HELPERS. Shelby Heating & Air is seeking HVAC Installers and Installer Helpers. Pay based on experience. Subject to pre-employment drug screen, background and drivers’ license check. Apply in person at Shelby Heating & Air, 1990 Eaves Road, Shelby. 704-4877877. lisa@shelbyhvac.com PART-TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE HELP NEEDED. Folk’s Cleaners, 227 Oak Street Extension, Forest City. Apply within on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. No phone calls please. B&L TRUCKING NEEDS long distance Truck Driver to drive to Florida, Mississippi, some Texas and Virginia. Drive older equipment. 704-740-9238. PART-TIME DRIVER. Box truck delivery driver needed. No CDL required. Second shift, 3 days per week. Must be reliable, have an excellent driving record and auto insurance. Apply in person at The Daily Courier; 601 Oak St., Forest City. Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm; closed from 12:30pm-1:30pm. No phone calls, please!
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LUBE TECH. Full-Time technician needed for vehicle maintenance, service, and NC vehicle inspections. Competitive salary, uniforms provided, holidays, paid vacation. Experience required, must have excellent references. Serving Boiling Spring for over 25 years. Apply in person at: Rapid Pace Oil Change, Inc 201 S. Main St, Boiling Springs, NC
DOWNED TREE REMOVAL in driveway or front yard and I keep wood. Small fee to haul brush off. 828-395-0758.
J & M LAWNCARE SERVICE. Shelby area, mowing, edging, trimming & blowing. Free estimates, insured. (704) 974-9981
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RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR AVAILABLE for small job repairs and fixes. Deck repair a specialty. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Bob, 828-476-6058.
UN-LOCKED IPHONE 7, LIKE NEW. $150. Call 704-692-0748 or 704-473-6014.
CLASS A DRIVER DRIVER POSITION. C&C Scrap Iron & Metal, Inc. is looking to hire a Class A driver. Must have current class A driver license and up to date medical card. Pay will depend on experience. Email resume to Tony Cooke at tonycooke@ccscrapmetal.com or call 704-739-8053 for more information. PART-TIME DRIVERS NEEDED. LOCAL CDL CLASS A or C LIC DRIVER NEEDED. HOME NIGHTLY, OFF WEEKENDS. Clean MVR, 3 years experience. Send resume to: dispatch.hardintrucking@gmail. com or apply in person at Hardin’s Rental; 365 Oak Street Extension, Forest City. 828286-7871 ext 4. PART-TIME SEASONAL PHOTOGRAPHY. No experience necessary. Will train. Must have reliable transportation. 704480-1226. NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. (704) 473-0341 ONE ON ONE CARE IS CURRENTLY HIRING for 2nd shift in group home. Apply in person at 203 Lee St., Shelby, NC 28150.
SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587 CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Spring Tuneup Special, $59.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704477-9119 or 704-472-9367. CUSTOM BUILT PLAY SETS. Metal/Tarp roof. Playhouse, Sandbox, Swings, Slides, Rock Climbs and more. Delivery available. Union Mills, NC. 301491-3174.
HIRING IMMEDIATELY ! Multiple Positions. Days and Nights Available. ABM Industries at NEG located at 940 Washburn Switch Rd., Shelby, NC. Apply at abm.jobs@jobaline.com Questions? Call 704-434-2261 ext. 22473 FULL OR PART-TIME KENNEL/DOG DAY CARE HELP NEEDED. Apply in person 9am11am or 2pm-4pm. Dog experience helpful but will train. 152 Frontage Road, Forest City. COMPLETE CARE INC. Is seeking CNAs / In Home Aides for Cleveland and Gaston Counties. Apply M-F, 8am-4pm at 404 W. Warren St, Shelby, NC 28150 or call (704) 4809340
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YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY ESTATE/YARD SALE. Saturday, April 3rd, 8AM-2PM. Contents of household, tools, holiday items, books, furniture, porcelain & collectible dolls, ceramic kiln (large & small). Additional collectibles and lawn care. 2600 Spring Valley Terrace, Shelby, NC 28152
JOHN DEERE GS 30 Walk behind Lawn Mower. Commercial 36” deck. Kohler 13 hp pro motor. Excellent condition. Call 704-600-7224. ANTIQUE WARDROBE, $50. (3) grey kitchen chairs, $40. Must Sell! 828-782-7221. 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 ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, UNIQUE ITEMS, ODDS&ENDS If You’ve Never Been To Jake’s Knives, Collectibles & Antiques.... You Don’t Know What You’ve Been Missing! Guarantee You’ll See Something Unique! Stop By Today at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby (704) 600-9669 or (980) 295-5568
GASTON COUNTY ESTATE: HOUSEWARES, TOOLS, Christmas items, video games, 3x-5x clothes, sheets, books, dolphin collection. April 9-10, 9am-5pm. 232 Baxter Road, Cherryville, NC 28021
FULL TIME MAINTENANCE MAN NEEDED. Maintain rental properties. Must have valid NC Drivers license. Pay depends on experience. (704) 473-4299 NON-PROFIT WAREHOUSE/RETAIL WORKER. Duties include receiving/ sorting donations, pricing, stocking retail, furniture pickup, driving box truck, ability to lift/move furniture and /or boxes of 50+ lbs. as needed. Excellent customer service with public and co-workers. NC Driver’s license required. Background check and drug test. Work hours: 9:30-5:00. Some Saturdays: 9:30-3:00. Vacation and sick pay after 6 months. Employee discount. Starting pay $10/hr. (828) 980-0956 resume132@att.net
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
USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. 828-286-8674.
ANTIQUES S&S LAWNCARE AND HANDYMAN SERVICES. Lawn Care and Landscaping services in Cleveland County. Business & Residential. Mowing, Trimming, Bush Trimming, Mulching, Real Estate Prep, Free Estimates. (704) 297-6448 CT’S PROPERTY SERVICES. New to area and building new clientele. Painting, decorating, deck repair, plumbing and much more. References available. Give me a call, prompt reply guaranteed. (828) 275-4433 clivet999@gmail.com 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 HANDYMAN SERVICES. Get your yards Ready for Spring! Beat the rush. 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 before the rush begins. 704-692-4449.
UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION: Farm House Decor, Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Toys, Jewelry and MORE. Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-4pm. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on FB. 828-3820075.
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TOW DOLLY FOR SALE, $350. Ford Ranger camper cover, fiberglass, $100. 828287-3820.
1992 FORD F-150 XLT, high mileage, good work truck, REDUCED PRICE: $1,790. Two recliners, $45 each. FREE FIREWOOD Oak/Pine. 828289-1817.
WASHER/DRYER, $150. 6-dining room chairs, $100. 4-ladder back chairs, $50. French Provincial bedroom set, $225. Wood Stove, $75. 828919-0587.
1999 TAURUS WAGON, $1450. One Row Cole Planter on Gill frame, $250. Three bottom turning plow 2 point hitch, $200. Call anytime. (704) 4826010
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ENCLOSED TRAILER IN STOCK. Dump trailers in stock and more on the way! J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 828-245-5895.
RECORD ALBUMS. 33 1/3 RPM 45 RPM with Picture Sleeves from the 1960’s to 1990’s; 78 RPM Blues Artists. (919) 314-7579
2019 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 40,000 miles, $15,900. (704) 616-8824
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50+ TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW. More on the way! Areas largest selection, quality, best price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 828-245-5895.
WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006
HAVE A STORAGE BUILDING NOT USING, OUTGROWN IT? Sell it, trade in for new bigger one. We take trades, we buy used buildings. Must be factory built, able to move. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895.
DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-289-3081 or Jimmy 828289-1175.
PROWLER CAMPER FOR SALE. 2016 Prowler Camper. $14,500. Call and leave message at 704-482-0865 for more information.
CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton collector, (704) 695-4917
MOTORCYCLES & ATVS
“COVETED VETERANS CIRCLE” In Gaston Memorial Park. Three Burial Plots For Sale. Will Sell Together or Individually. Price Negotiable. (919) 272-5503 HIGH QUALITY BANNERS FOR SALE. We offer many sizes and options. Call for more info and price. 704-692-4449. JAZZY WITH A LIFT SEAT. $845. Lift seat triples the use of this Jazzy in the kitchen & in the home. 225 lb weight limit. Delivered with training & Warranty. Call Scooterman John, 704951-4224. mobilityservices07@ gmail.com
BUSINESS CARDS FOR SALE. 1,000 Black & White, $35.00 plus tax. Buy Local! Call 828-248-1408.
DOWNSIZING! Dining Table, 6 Chairs & Large Hutch $1500. 92 pc set Noritake Rosales China $100. 3 Bar Stools $50 ea, $150. Sofa Table $50. Wingback Chair (dark brown) $100. 2 End Tables $50 ea, $100. Coffee Table $50. 2 Card Tables w/Chairs $50 ea, $100. Oil Paintings $100. Entertainment Center $100. Slim Chest $100. Lots of small stuff. Serious callers only!! No children please. For appointment or photos call (704) 477-6833
HANDYMAN SERVICES. Get your yards Ready for Spring! Beat the rush. 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 before the rush begins. 704-692-4449.
1998 4-CYLINDER RANGER CRATE MOTOR, $600. 2001 Mustang V6-3.8 motor and transmission, 22k miles, $800 both. Set of 235/70/16 Continental tires, brand new, $200. 2019 Ford F-150 Grills, $100 each. Set of Aluminum Wheels, ‘19 F-150 take-off, $300. Intakes for Ford F-150 and Mustangs 5.0 engine, $50 each. 828-287-3820. S&B COLD AIR INTAKE and 3 inch MBRP Cat back Exhaust-2016 and up V-6 Colorado. $300.00 for both. 704473-4567. WALL MOUNT GAS HEATER. Wheel horse mover (very nice), 5x10 trailer, ladies Rolex watch, galvanized tin, never used. Chesnee, SC, (601) 740-0837 PURE RAW LOCAL HONEY. $18 per quart, $10 per pint. Produced in Rutherford County. Call or text Jackson Corbin, 828-980-1823. ANTIQUES & MORE N BEAMS MILL. Furniture, Antiques, collectibles, man cave items, bottles & more. Thurs.-Fri., 10am5pm. Sat., 9am-4pm. Closed Sun.-Wed. 4135 Fallston Road, Shelby. (Hwy 18 north.) Come check out our New Merchandise, tins, glassware, dishes & Easter items and big first of year sales. 704-312-6410.
12 ROLLS TOILET PAPER. Great Deal! Only $4.49. Call 828-287-3272.
ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Zero down. Call for more details. 828-382-0455. PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788 18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,195. 704-482-3166. UTILITY BUILDINGS, STORAGE BUILDINGS. Steel, Wood, Vinyl. Some fully insulated, 1 to 2 day delivery if buy from stock. Cash or low down payment with monthly payments. No credit ok. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895. 16X40 OR TWO STORY BUILDINGS BUILT ON SITE. 1 DAY INSTALL. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895. FLAG POLES, FLAGS IN STOCK. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. Call 828-245-5895. CARPORTS, GARAGES, BUILDINGS, RV, BOAT COVERS IN STOCK. Areas largest on site display. Best selection, quality price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 Hwy. 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895. HAVE A TRAILER NOT USING? SELL IT! J. Johnson Sales INC. Buy, Sale, Trade trailers. Must have title. Call 828-245-5895.
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HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 4876855
GARDEN TILLING SERVICES AVAILABLE. Tractor with 6’ rototiller. Reasonable prices. No job too big or small. Call 704692-4079.
RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GOKARTS, MINI-BIKES. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828980-0853, 704-476-9383.
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NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-287-3272.
2 FREE KITTENS to a good home. Both are girls. Born on Christmas Eve, and raised inside. Shelby area. (704) 6718642
WANTED: LOOKING FOR OLDER Martin or Gibson guitar. Gift for uncle. Would consider other quality brands. God Bless. 704-538-9207, 843-6709727.
LOST CAT! Graham Street/ Uptown Shelby. Gray/Tan/ White Female. Tipped ear. REWARD. If found call Pat. 704419-2059.
WANT TO BUY NEED TO SELL YOUR CAR? Come See Us.... WE WILL GIVE YOU A FAIR PRICE! Francis Bros. Used Cars located at 134 N. Main St., Boiling Springs, NC. Phone 704-434-2669
AKC FRENCH BULLDOGS AVAILABLE! FRENCH BULLDOG FEMALE BLUE WITH BLUE EYES FULL AKC ! INCREDIBLY GORGEOUS, EXACTLY WHAT A FRENCHIE SHOULD LOOK LIKE. DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS GREAT PUPPY; SHE CAN’T WAIT TO COME HOME TO HER NEW FAMILY! $1600. JASONCHAFFEE29@YAHOO.COM FULL OR PART-TIME KENNEL/DOG DAY CARE HELP NEEDED. Apply in person 9am11am or 2pm-4pm. Dog experience helpful but will train. 152 Frontage Road, Forest City. BOER GOATS FOR SALE. 828-289-0436.
WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.
BABY GOAT FOR SALE. Nice and sweet for pet, 3 weeks old, currently bottle fed, $100. 828980-5067.
COUNTY LINE TIMBER BUYING STANDING HARDWOOD AND PINE TIMBER. Over 10 acres or more. Competitive Pricing. Over 30 years experience. Member of NCFA. 828248-3659, 828-289-0742.
DOG KENNELS. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 20x20 tops, split kennels. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. 828-2455895.
WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, PopUp Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935.
CARS & TRUCKS
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 WE BUY UNWANTED JUNK CARS. We will come to you. We pay cash on the spot. No titles needed. ID required. (803) 374-7545
2016 BUICK LACROSSE PREMIUM. One owner, 94k miles, 6 cylinder, auto, loaded with all options, highway miles, lady driven, never smoked in, like new. Asking $13,000. Call 704-692-4449.
LARGE HOUSE. House w/Bonus Rooms $1,250. 3 bedroom and 1 bath, Lawndale, NC. (704) 538-7661
FOR RENT OR SALE. 4BR, 3BA house, Moss Lake. Rent: $1400 month or sell: $425,000. Call 704-600-6436, 864-805-0035.
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 2000 HONDA SHADOW SPIRIT 1100. Looks and runs great! Just serviced. New battery and tire! Garage kept. $1700.00 (828) 980-4016
VACATIONS OCEANS LAKES HOUSE FOR RENT. Sleeps six. Weeks and weekends (3 day weekends) available. Golf cart included. 704-473-1494 OCEAN LAKE BEACH HOUSE. 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, close to ocean, 4 decks. All amenities, wi-fi. Open July- August. 704-418-4731
REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443
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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
WANTED: LAWNMOWERS, RUNNING OR NOT RUNNING. Call and leave message, will return your call. 828-2897954.
1989 GMC 1 TON PICKUPS 2500, factory Reading: contractors bed, bad motor, $800 Call or text (828) 477-7281
213 CLINE STREET, LAWNDALE, NC. 2BR, 1BA, central heat/air, no pets. $625 month, $400 deposit. Contact Tommy Wilson w/Clay & Associates Real Estate. 704-418-1251.
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
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
REAL ESTATE CLEVELAND COUNTY
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 4 ACRES PRIME COMMERCIAL PROPERTY. One block off 74E in Shelby, NC. Call or text if interested. Make offer. 704-473-9167.
2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.
I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-472-0006.
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RUTHERFORD COUNTY 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
FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY 1 BEDROOM DUPLEX APARTMENT with appliances. Near Shelby Airport. $300/ mth. 704-482-1595
ICC AREA, VERY SMALL EFFICIENCY APARTMENT. Rent includes water, sewer, garbage and power. $425 rent/deposit. 828-248-1776. MHP LOTS FOR RENT RUTHERFORDTON. Blue Ridge Mobile Home Park. Large lots. Call for Price (727) 743-4908 crey13860@gmail.com
2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $500 per month. 828-382-0475.
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Belmont Middle School sports action...
Belmont Middle School girls softball held on to defeat Stanley Middle 15-8 in extra innings last week. Malory Stanford was the winning pitcher. Photo by Daryle Marr
Belmont Middle School soccer defeated Holbrook 6-0 last week. Isaac Contreras led the scoring for Belmont with three goals. Landon King, Patrick Blee and Zeke Pruitt scored one each. Belmont’s defense was led by Aiden Crill, Justin Koehler, Landon King, and Bennet Nixon. Luke Wesolowski recorded the shutout in goal. Photo by Norris Pruitt
The Belmont Middle School Wildcat soccer team also met the team from Stanley Middle last week. Belmont defeated Stanley 4-0. Dominic Feduniec, Patch Blee, Isaac Contreras, and Brandon Cunningham scored goals. Luke Wesolowski recorded the shutout in goal. Photo by Norris Pruitt
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