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Steady progress being made on new Belmont Middle School

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.

Gaston Schools employee and project manager Paul Nault had this to say.

“We hope to be finished by the end of January, depending on the weather,” he said. “We are under the roof and getting a lot of work done inside. We are not stagnant.

We are moving forward.”

Inside work currently underway includes installing terrazzo tile flooring, ceilings, wiring, and painting, and other odds and ends. The terrazzo will be polished to a glass-like sheen, adding even more beauty to an already stunning school.

“The terrazzo floors will be here as long as the building,” said Nault.

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 skylights are an important architectural feature. Indeed, Belmont Middle’s floor plan is similar to Stanley, but as Nault calls it “stretched” to

MHPD Officer Ray Mathis named 2020 Rotary Club Officer of the Year

By Mary Smith Each year the Rotary Club of Mount Holly honors our local police department through a special luncheon during their weekly meeting.

At this event, the Officer of the Year is announced by the Chief of Police.

Due to COVID-19, festivities were planned a bit differently than in the past.

This past week Rotary Club ordered lunch for each of the Mount Holly Police Department staff members. The meals were purchased from local eatery JackBeagle’s, located in downtown Mount Holly.

It was clear as soon as Officer Ray Mathis walked into the room that this special recognition was a true surprise.

He was joined by his loved ones and the other officers on his team who were scheduled to work later that day.

Officer Mathis has worked with the City of Mount Holly for two and a half years, hired while attending BLET (Basic Law Enforcement Training) at Gaston College. He is a member of the county’s Mobile Field Force Leadership and also serves in the National Guard.

During his remarks, Chief of Police Don Roper highlighted Mathis’ work ethic and warrior mentality. Last month, he and fellow officers assisted in the delivery of a baby on the side of a Mount Holly road.

See MATHIS, Page 5

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.”

See PROGRESS, Page 9

If the weather holds, the new Belmont Middle School should be completed by next January.

Photo by Alan Hodge

Belmont celebrates Juneteenth with a parade

By Delta Sanders It was a Belmont Juneteenth Celebration like none before. There was no gathering in Stowe Park. There was no drum circle, no face painter, no tie dye T-shirt station, and no cultural food vendor.

However, there was an unprecedented acknowledgment and recognition of Juneteenth, as many celebrated it for the very first time.

In recent weeks, several people have learned that Juneteenth is the celebration of the abolishment of slavery in the United States, specifically the June 19, 1865 reading of the Emancipation Proclamation in Galveston, Texas.

Elements of Empowerment, Inc. worked with the City of Belmont to convert their traditional cultural festival to a virtual format.

The Belmont Juneteenth Celebration Parade was a central piece of the virtual event.

Main Street, Belmont was the center stage for the parade, complete with Belmont Police and Fire Department

Vince Hill Junteenth event organizer and Elements of Empowerment Inc. officer waves to the crowd.

Photo by Monique Floyd Photography escorts.

The Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of Charlotte led Elements of Empowerment, Inc., sponsors, partners, vendors, and other participants in

a regal procession that ended just after crossing Wilkinson Boulevard.

Along the way, the downtown crowd and Belmont residents expressed excitement

and pleasure as the caravan passed by.

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OPINION

TODAY’S QUOTE: “For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others. - Nelson Mandela

My Opinion:

Time with Katie Hannah

Them thar hills Well, well, well. Last week Sharon and I took a trip to Cherokee and Bryson City- the land of her great-great grandmother who was a Native American and her great-great grandfather who was a preacher.

So the jaunt got off to a rocky start thanks to food poisoning that struck the night before we were set to depart. I shan’t bore you with details but don’t eat ham a month out of date unless you want to spend several hours in the fetal position with stomach cramps and a considerable amount of time‌‌‌well, you know what I mean. Anyway, we took off and after a few hours driving and several rest area stops, made it to Cherokee.

Tourist season is in full swing in the mountains and I ‘done seen’ plenty of interesting things there of the human being variety. For instance, the park along the Nantahala River in beautiful downtown Cherokee was full of folks frolicking in the cool water. Indeed, there were so many people there, towels spread out on the big, smooth, river rocks, lounging upon the brightly colored terry cloth, that the scene resembled those portions of the French Riviera where the beaches are pebbly rather than sandy.

The doo-dad store, restaurant, and hotel scene in Cherokee was a mixed bag. Thanks to the COVID craziness, some were open, some temporarily closed, and some looked like the proprietor had thrown up his/her hands and left town.

After a spell strolling around in Cherokee, we made the drive over to Bryson City for more doo-dad store browsing. It was the same open/semi-open/closed retail, eating lodging scene there. Next we took our annual drive down the Road to Nowhere. Now, the Road to Nowhere could describe the lives of a lot of people but it’s actually a 6-mile long dead end road similar to the Blue Ridge Parkway that starts a few miles outside of beautiful downtown Bryson City and ends ‌..nowhere. Actually, the Road to Nowhere ends in a 1,200 ft.-long tunnel you can walk through if you are brave enough and the tunnel ends in the woods in the middle of‌.nowhere. It’s a long story.

Google Bryson City Road to Nowhere to get the whole convoluted story of how the federal

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government screwed the mountain folks and got away with it for a long while.

Finally, Sharon Alan Hodge and I made our an- Banner-News Editor nual visit to Deep Creek, a popular inner tube riding spot with camping, hiking, picnicking, and all that good stuff. We decided to walk the wide path along the creek and watch the tubers twirling and bubbling along in their tubes. There’s one spot with a waterfall on the far shore (actually only about 50 feet) and a couple of benches. It was there that I witnessed a great example of parenting and a father giving his eight or so year old son a valuable life lesson.

Here’s the lowdown- A man and his kid were sitting on one of the benches. We plopped down on the other one a few feet away. The kid waded out into the water that was flowing rather fast over the river rocks.

He wanted to try and make it to the other side.

He got about halfway across and stopped. He took a few more tentative steps, paused, and came back to the bench where his father sat watching. After a few minutes, the boy stood up and looked to the beautiful waterfall on the far side. His father smiled and told him he could do it. So, the kid waded in again.

He got to the place he had stopped before- it was waist deep. He paused, then carefully, one step at a time, picked his path to the falls.

In a few minutes, he was across and stood at the base of the falls in triumph. Coming back across was a breeze and when he came to the bench we applauded.

What had happened? The father, instead of chiding the kid when he stopped and returned the first time, gave him quiet encouragement.

The kid knew his daddy had his back if he slipped and fell. This gave the kid just what he needed to conquer fear and defeat and achieve a glorious victory. It was a beautiful thing to see.

Father’s Day was this past Sunday. Those of you who have or had a loving, encouraging, firm but fair father don’t know how lucky you are because way too many people never do. I know because I am one of them.

I’m sure by now you have realized that I lead a double life. The fun life of a writer you read about each week is the life I wish to solely carry one day, but for now my alter ego continues to work in a manufacturing plant in Dallas. My new route home since the move carries me down Sandy-Ford Road, StanleyLucia, onto Dallas-Stanley, and vise-versa; but the other day as I came home, a thought dawned on me that never seemed to enter my mind. My dear friends and neighbors, you have heard the tale of Maw Maw’s homemade cureall, and of her magical green thumb, but I don’t believe you have ever had the pleasure of meeting my Grandma Katie.

You see, Grandma Katie was my father’s mother; a God-fearing woman who had one of the most kind and generous hearts one could ever meet. She lived in Stanley, across the street from a Methodist church and as a kid I would beg my parents to let me come visit on weekends with my bicycle to play in the church’s parking lot.

Every time you would call her on the phone, no matter who you were, you were greeted by, “Hello? Well hey darlin’!

What’re you up to?!�, as if she hadn’t seen you in years.

There was nothing quite like calling to talk to her, but especially going to her house.

She lived in a small house in a quiet neighborhood tucked away in the back end of Stanley (if you’re heading towards Alexis on the opposite side of the railroad tracks). As you entered the house you were greeted to the sight of a floor model television that was

probably airing an Atlanta Braves game, her border collie named Baby greeting you with warm welcomed barking, and to the left of you at the far side of the room sat Grandma Katie in her recliner, cradling a cigarette between her tiny hands with a big smile and beckoning for a hug. She had a toy room in the back of the house that she kept stocked with toys for her grandchildren to play with, as my father was one of four of her children. I remember always going and dragging out the Lego box to play in the floor with as Chipper Jones came to bat and building a “tower�, which I’m sure was probably just a glob of Legos mashed into a stick.

Speaking of stick, I remember there was one time I had noticed she kept one on her windowsill by the recliner while she was fixing lunch during a visit. I asked her what it was for and she kindly replied, “That’s my switch! I’ve got to keep that in case one of my grandbabies misbehaves so don’t you break it, or you’ll be pickin’ me a new one!�

That was all it took for me to decide never to mess with a small hickory switch at a young age, as I didn’t want to

ever find out what that was like.

There w e r e m a n y Shelton Fisher weekends and summer days spent at her house in my childhood. There was no one who could make sweet tea quite the way that she could, and every year at Christmas she would always give me one of those popcorn buckets that have the three flavors mixed in it. To this day, I can’t wait to get my braces off so I can get one and reminisce during the holidays about her family tradition. As the years went on and she got older, Grandma Katie was no longer able to take care of herself and her mind began to slip away from her. Things began to get so bad that she was admitted into Stanley Total Living Center, a nursing facility where she had coincidentally performed volunteer work when she was able to do so. Despite the frailty in her voice and mind, there was one constant that always remained with each visit, however. There is nothing that will ever make me forget the sound of her voice saying, “Hey darlin’‌â€?

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These are uncertain, divided times for our nation.

Unemployment is at mindboggling levels, a virus is stifling the course of ordinary life, many businesses are struggling, nationwide protests continue against systemic and deep-seated racism, and local policy makers face rising questions about policing and public safety.

It’s no surprise that this is one of those rare moments of national reflection about our future course.

It’s also a moment of great attention to our political system, because that’s how we’re going to work these things out. For me, this raises a fundamental question: What are politics and government all about, and how do we use them to make progress on such fundamen-

tal issues?

At heart, I’d argue, our political and economic systems try to provide an environment that enhances each person’s quest for happiness and a good life. We do this through a representative democracy, a system by which citizens elect men and women to represent them in a national or state legislature in order to make the laws of the country.

Representative democracy does not demand that its citizens participate, but it fails if enough of them don’t.

It encourages civic engagement, community service, citizens living up to their obligations to their neighbors, and, of course, voting.

The thing to remember about the system is that nothing is ever settled. If you lose, you’re given a chance to win in future elections.

If finally, you win, you’ve got the temporary power to achieve your legislative goals. But winning is never total. Congress and our legislatures represent the diversity of the population, and pretty much require cooperation and consensus-building to accomplish anything. namic, energetic political sphere that challenges us. It’s remarkable, if you think about it: The system was crafted for a country of about 4 million. Here we are over 200 years later, with 330 million, with the same system helping to organize a country of enormous power, reach, and complexity.

It’s evolved over that time, thanks to constant tinkering, reform, and improvement. Our system calls on citizens to make it work and make it better. There’s no doubt that we face great

stresses, and while we may make progress in enhancing individuals’ pursuit of happiness, it’s rarely straight ahead: we take steps forward and then retreat, we celebrate victories and suffer setbacks.

But overall, when citizens speak up and become involved, we progress.

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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Being a Dad Rev. Trent Rankin Salvation Church, Gastonia, NC salvationchurchnc.org pastortrent@salvationchurchnc.org

The GEMS Paramedic Academy enrolled at Cleveland Community College participated recently in a vehicle extrication training exercise. Training to take the care to the patient - no matter where.

This past Sunday was Father’s Day. It is a day to honor all of the great dads both living and passed. Being a dad is an awesome experience, and also a tremendous responsibility. I have been blessed to have been a dad now for twenty years. Being a dad is so important. In our world, we need godly fathers now more than ever.

When we consider all of the many fathers in the Bible,

one of the most important, yet seldom mentioned except at Christmas, is Joseph. In Matthew 13:55, it is said of Jesus, “Is not this the carpenter’s son?” (NKJV). Joseph was just an ordinary man, a carpenter in an obscure village, yet God saw something in him so special, that He chose him to be the earthly father of Jesus. Joseph had an awesome responsibility, and he lived for his family every day.

Joseph was a great example for all fathers, a hard-working carpenter who loved God and his family.

As dads, we see in Joseph and other godly biblical fathers, great examples of what a father should be. Dads need to show unconditional love.

That is how God loves. He loves us no matter what we do, or how much we fail. We are to love that way. People place conditions on everything, including their love for others.

Dads, we are to love our kids, period! Dads also need to live God before their kids every day. In a world full of evil and hate, our kids need to see us pray, take them to church, and

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Our kids need us to teach them. Jo- Rev. Trent Tankin seph was a carpenter, and he taught his Son how to be a carpenter too.

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Dads, let your kids know they can count on you. Be faithful to the end. Little is mentioned of Joseph as Jesus begins His earthly ministry. It is assumed Joseph died early.

In the time God gave him, he was faithful, and his family could always count on him.

We never know how much time we have on this earth.

Whatever time God has given us, use it! Let your kids know that when they need you, you will be there. Be faithful, be active, be there for your kids.

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Belmont held a Juneteenth parade last Saturday. Members of the Buffalo Soldiers motorcycle riders from Charlotte were among the participants. Here are some scenes from the parade.

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“The City of Belmont truly contributed on all levels,” Delta Sanders said. “I enjoyed working with Cassidy Lackey on the fine details.”

She added- “Belmont Abbey College Athletic Department had a large presence in the parade. The Abbey Players joined the parade lineup after producing a Juneteenth video that features Director Simon Donoghue.”

“The Abbey Players were honored to take part in the 2020 Belmont Juneteenth Celebration,” Margaret Petry Smith commented. “From the car parade to all of the creative and fun online components, it was truly a meaningful way to commemorate this important anniversary. We were especially moved to be asked to film a reading of the Emancipation Proclamation, highlighting and reaffirming its historical significance.”

Looking forward, Vince Hill remarked- “I am so proud of our relationship with the City of Belmont and Belmont Abbey College and The Abbey Players. We can only anticipate the success we will experience with our 2021 Juneteenth event, jazz concert, and our reading series.”

The history of Juneteenth Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth Independence Day or Freedom

JUNTEENTH From Page 1 the pouring out of support shown today during our parade,” said Vince Hill, cofounder of Elements of Empowerment, Inc. “Many thanks to all who participated and those who waved from the street.”

Keisha Byrd, who drove in the parade, echoed his sentiment. “I was in awe of the business owners who came out to the sidewalk as we passed by and the residents who waved and greeted us from their porches and driveways,” said Byrd.

Duane Patterson, who also drove in the parade, took notice of the many vehicle spectators who happily paused to honor the motorcade.

The moment that police and fire vehicles blocked Wilkinson Boulevard, historic reality became apparent to those participating in the parade.

Six-lanes of traffic were halted while the Juneteenth Celebration Parade crossed to the other side.

Gene Sanders got caught up in that moment. “I didn’t want it to end,” he said.

Throughout the planning and execution of the revamped event, Elements of Empowerment, Inc. received significant

Day, is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Dating back to 1865, it was on June 19th that the Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston , Texas with news that the war had ended and that the enslaved were now free. These days, Juneteenth celebrates African American freedom and achievement, while encouraging continuous self-development and respect for all cultures.

Belmont has a tradition of recognizing Juneteenth. The Juneteenth idea was introduced by former Belmont city councilwoman Anna Young. From there city council recruited a group of volunteers to help develop the event. The first Belmont Juneteenth celebration was in 2012.

Maia McElvane (right) painted a lot of Last year’s Juneteenth event in Belmont was held in Stowe Park. These The Feemster family from Gastonia had a 2019 Juneteeth organizers Vince faces at the 2019 Juneteenth includ- singers from Center Baptist Church performed.

Hill and Delta Sanders. ing cute Avery Martin. great time at Juneteenth 2019.

Juneteenth 2019 photos by Alan Hodge

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MATHIS From Page 1 The result of his hard work is still paying off dividends. Officer Mathis noticed a possible print on a small piece of glass from a bathroom window that was broken during a break-in last winter. He dusted and lifted the fingerprint and the department received the results back last week. The print he lifted resulted in a 100% positive match for the suspect, and charges are forthcoming.

Officer Mathis has also taken it upon himself to share information with the Department by creating a “Leads List” containing information about possible leads regarding possible crime in the area.

The true definition of a Officer Mathis receiving the Commander’s coin from MHPD public service, Mathis has a Chief Don Roper.

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Dawn “Dawnie” Starling Royal Dawn “Dawnie” Starling Royal, of Pamplin, Va., peacefully departed her earth suit and her spirit entered the presence of her Lord on June 21, 2020. Dawn was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Born January 11, 1949, in Charlotte, N.C., she was the daughter of Marie Brown Starling and the late Edgar L. Starling. She leaves to

cherish her memory her husband of 52 plus years, W. Durwood Royal of Pamplin; a daughter, Tiffany Royal Powell and husband, Randy of Lyons, Ga.; a son, Andre Royal and wife, Jennifer of Appomattox, Va.; grandchildren, Roman Davis and wife, Nerlene of Tagbilaran City, Philippines, Justin Davis of Claxton, Ga., Hannah Royal of Harrisonburg, Va., and Grace Royal of Appomattox, Va.; great-grandson, Avalent Davis and his mother, Alishia Gay of Claxton, Ga.; and Dawn’s mother, Marie B. Starling of Belmont, N.C. Dawn graduated from Western Illinois University.

Her dream was to write children’s books but she never had one published. She loved English literature, and as she called it “nest building” with her family on her organic farm although the past few years she was not able to garden. She enjoyed travel-

ing and was blessed to visit a lot of interesting places but always would say “there’s no place like home’. She was an accomplished pianist who taught her children and grandchildren how to read music and play the piano.

A graveside funeral service will be held at Greenwood Cemetery, Belmont, N.C. on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at 2:30 p.m., with Rev. Harry Davis officiating.

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Meditations Live from the oveflow Friends will often speak the truth when others pacify with a half-truth. Several years ago, a good friend gave me the best advice. She said, “Angela, you need to take some vacation time. You are grumpy and irritated and difficult to be around with this attitude.”

Only a good friend can speak that kind of truth. So, what was making me irritable? At that moment, I realized I was living life from the dregs instead of the overflow.

Have you been there?

Have you been at that place where you are tired of being tired? Have you experienced total exhaustion where you have nothing left to give anyone else?

Dregs is the sediment in a liquid that is usually the most undesirable part. What causes us to get to the dregs of our life where we have nothing left to give but defective parts?

You may have your causes, but through my life experiences, I have become aware of my reasons. When I see these triggers, I try to adjust my living.

One area that causes me to become depleted is when

I don’t permit myself to say n o .

Yes, it is alright to say no, and we don’t h a v e Rev. Angela Pleasants to fall District prey to Superintendent people- of Catawba Valley p l e a s - Methodist Churches i n g .

“Now am I trying to win the favor of men, or of God? Do I seek to please men? If I were still seeking popularity with men, I should not be a bondservant of Christ the Messiah.” Galatians 1:10 AMP. Someone else lack of planning does not necessarily have to become your crisis.

Permit yourself to say no or not now.

Another lesson I learned is not to over-commit to things that are not my divine purpose or giftedness. I remember saying yes to serving on a committee. I discovered I was miserable the entire time.

Why? Because sitting around all day listening to others

pontificate and talk about numbers is not my area of giftedness. Focus on your fields of giftedness and strengths to fulfill your divine purpose.

I learned to live in my capacity. I had to learn my pattern of living and not what others expected of me. I am best during the early morning to mid-afternoon hours. As evening dawns, I begin to re-charge.

I realize I will be heading toward the dregs if I continued to push myself into the evening hours. Know your capacity and what you can do.

Now, we know the triggers that lead us into the downward spiral of life from the dregs, how are we to live our lives? Learn to live your life from the overflow.

I was making some sanitizer to clean my home. I use one-part Clorox and threepart water pouring into a dark

Cedar Crest College recognizes Neumann Cedar Crest College celebrated the Class of 2020 virtually this year by providing students with a message from President Elizabeth Meade, posting online pictures, and creating a website dedicated to the graduates. The website can be found by visiting: https://www.cedarcrest.edu/ may9/index.shtm.

Hundreds of undergraduate and graduate students

spray container. Since the container was opaque, I did not know it was full. Therefore, I continued pouring.

How do you know when a container is full? When you see the overflow.

How do we live our life from the overflow? “If anyone thirst, let him come to Me and drink. He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.”

John 7:37b-38 NKJV. The water will flow continuously for those who cleave to, rely on, and trust in Jesus. When we abide habitually in Christ, and his words remain rooted in our hearts, we will produce much fruit and walk in his love. When we abide in Jesus, we will receive the full measure of his love, complete, and overflowing.

Commit to living your life from the overflow.

graduated. Theresa Neumann, of Belmont, graduated with a degree in Public Health.

Located in Allentown, Pa., Cedar Crest College was selected as a “Top Regional College” and a “Best Value” in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings from 2012-2019 and a “Best College for Veterans” in 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2019.

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Banner News Fellowship & Faith

Church Directory Lovee’’ss Ch Love’s L C Chapel hapell Presbyterian 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

14514 Lucian Riverbend Hwy. 704-827-4468

Cramerton Independent Presbyterian Church

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

New Saint Paul Holiness Church

Cramerton Free Will Baptist

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

416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

North Main Baptist Church

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

1304 N. Main St. 704-827-6141

Restoration & Deliverance 804 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-820-0954 Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly 826 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-2999

Ridgeview Baptist Church

BELMONT

Grace Wesleyan Church

Alexander Memorial Baptist Church

6014 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-7959

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

Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church 151 Henry Chapel Rd 704-825-0711

Hood Memorial AME Zion Church 455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church 204 Lincoln St. 704-825-8342

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

Catawba Heights Church of God

Chapel Baptist Church

St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-5526

Message of Love Church

Core Church

101 Beaty Rd. 704-827-8381

306 Pearl Beaty Dr. 704-827-6500

707 Westland Farm Rd. 704-822-8033

Centerview Baptist Church

Mount Moriah Baptist Church

Cornerstone Family Worship

2300 Acme Road 704-827-2061

110 Lincoln St. 704-825-2046

709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640

East Belmont Baptist Church

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist

Covenant United Methodist

501 Catawba Street 704-825-5780

212 South Street 704-825-7269

110 Underwood Dr. 704-820-0603

East Belmont Church Of God

New Hope Presbyterian Church

Family Worship Center

320 E. Catawba Street 704- 825-8845

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

1013 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-7656

East Belmont Free Will Baptist

New Life Baptist Church

909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

201 Oak Trail 704-822-6195

Ebenezer United Methodist Church

New Mills Chapel Fire Baptized

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

104 Morning Glory Ave. 704-825-5457

Exodus Church

North Belmont Church of God

6325 Wilkinson Blvd.

704-755-5034

2316 Acme Rd. 704-827-4092

First Baptist Church

O’Conner Grove Church Ame Zion

First Presbyterian Church

Power of the Spirit Church

102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357

118 School Street 704-827-7071

First Presbyterian-Belmont

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church

112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668

First United Methodist Church of Belmont

503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries

807 South Point Road 704-825-2106

124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823

Fresh Anointing Church of God

South Point Baptist Church

71 McAdenville Road 704-825-7283

124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516

Friendship Baptist Church

South Point Freewill Baptist

5008 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-3276

297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045

Gaston Christian Church

South Point United Methodist

5339 S. New Hope Rd 704-825-8252

510 South Point Church Rd. 704-825-4019

Goshen Presbyterian Church

Springwood Freewill Baptist

Roper Street 704-601-5146

826 Stanley-Spencer Mtn. Rd. 704-827-7801

Grace Korean Ch Assembly-God

St. Marks United Methodist Church

124 Georgia Belle Ave 704-965-1004

701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175

Community Christian Fellowship

704-867-2317

Riverside Baptist Church

108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676

207 Lowell Ave. 704-824-4213

DALLAS

St. Paul FHB Church

Gateway Cowboy Church

1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851

The Barn at Sandcastle Farm 155 Sandcastle Rd.

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

Way of the Cross Baptist Church

STANLEY Amazing Grace Baptist Church

238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church

Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran

324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993

203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

Westview Presbyterian Church

Community Pentecostal Center

Finish Line Christian Center

1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

320 Ralph Handsel Blvd.

704-263-8731

1792, 108 N. Main St. 704-980-285-8334

LOWELL

First United Methodist Church

First Baptist Church-Mt. Holly 300 S. Main St. 704-827-2481

First Free Will Baptist Church 841 Noles Dr. 704-827-7461

First Presbyterian Church 133 S. Main St. 704-827-0521

First United Methodist Church 140 N. Main St. 704-827-4855

Goshen Free Will Baptist Church 1300 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-3076

Grace Baptist Church 300 Westland Farm Rd. 704-827-8600

Hickory Grove Baptist Church 3717 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-827-3939

Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses 1736 Kelly Rd. 704-263-0199

Lighthouse Full Gospel Church 530 N. Hawthorne St. 704-827-1442

Living Witness Ministries 541 Costner St. 704-827-0004

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd 110 S. Main St. 704-827-4751

Macedonia Baptist Church 1951 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-9224

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

217 N. Main St. 704-263-2691

First Presbyterian Church 512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

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

New Faith Baptist Church

100 Indian Walk 704-671-4652

1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249

Lowell Church of God

New Life Baptist Church

804 W. First Street 704-824-3383

527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647

Lowell Free Will Baptist Church 3010 Lowell Rd. 704-824-9389

Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church

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

Springfield Memorial Baptist Church

201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814

2920 Dallas-Stanley Highway 704-263-4426

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church

Stanley Church of God

120 Branch St. 704-824-4535

324 N. Main St. 704-263-4041

First Baptist Church of Lowell 400 W. 1st St. 704-824-1215

First Baptist Church 317 W. 1st St. 704-824-1213

New Life Church 128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356

Presbyterian Church of Lowell 207 E. 1st St. 704-824-3807

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

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

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

Welcome Baptist Church 811 Mauney Rd.

6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

1800 Spencer Mountain Rd. 704-824-5250

BESSEMER CITY

Unity Baptist Church

Woodlawn Baptist Church

1005 Catawba St. 704-825-8730

1101 N. Main St. 704-824-4261

Bright Light Baptist Church

Upper Room United Pentecostal

Containers/Trailers Sales & Storage Rental

501 Cramer Mountain Rd. 704-824-4286

Restoration Church

The Pointe

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Life Church

West Cramerton United Methodist Church

1117 Old NC Hwy 27 704-827-8826

Crossroads Church

120 Park Street 704-825-8480

235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991

Shiloh AME Zion Methodist

230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

Park Street United Methodist

Second Baptist Church

First Baptist Church

CBC-Memorial Apostolic

216 N. Main St. 704-825-2483

8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811

1120 Charlotte Ave. 704-530-5174

East Wilkinson Blvd.

704-824-5319

171 S. Main St. 704-824-7785

6131 Wilkinson Blvd.

704-879-4499

First Foursquare Gospel Church

River of Life Full Gospel Church

Cramerton Temple of God Church

740 Rankin Ave. 704-827-5181

CrossFix Ministries

613 N. Main Street 704-825-5576

105 Pine Rd. 704-827-3856

154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831

122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225

Lutheran Church of the Holy Comforter

23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758

151 8th Ave. 704-824-3889

1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604

McADENVILLE

Will of God Church

143 Church St. 704-824-5380

Lakeview Baptist Church

513 Woodlawn Ave. 704-827-5185

McAdenville Baptist Church 192 Main St. 704-824-2740

MT. HOLLY

McAdenville Wesleyan Church

Bethel Baptist Church NC Highway 273 704-827-9846

210 Park Street, Belmont NC

704-825-9861

300 E. Wesleyan Dr. 704-824-1073

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The main entrance.

Front entrance of the new school.

Bus drop-off area.

PROGRESS From Page 1

Workers preparing soil for concrete.

Workers inside the entrance.

The auditorium stage.

Painting the media center.

Ceiling installation.

Other outdoor work that still needs doing includes installing more sidewalks, curbing, paving, finishing the athletic fields, and landscaping.

What’s Nault’s overall feeling about the project?

“Belmont loves South Point and Belmont Middle,” he said. “They were well due for a new school and this is one they can be proud of.”

Here are some more Belmont Middle School construction facts: The new school will replace the current Belmont Middle School located on Central Avenue. That structure is nearly 80 years old and was formerly Belmont High.

Beam Construction Company of Cherryville is building the new school, and LS3P Associates is the architect. LS3P also designed the new Stanley Middle School, which opened in March 2018.

The new Belmont Middle School is similar in design to Stanley Middle School.

Beam Construction also built the new Pleasant Ridge Elementary School in Gastonia, which opened in August 2017.

The cost to build the school is an estimated $33.54 million, and construction will

take about two years. It is expected to open for the 20212022 academic year.

The new two-story school will feature more than 155,000 square feet of space and be able to accommodate 1,000 students. The core areas of the school such as the cafeteria and gymnasium will be built to accommodate 1,200 students to plan for future growth.

A modern library and media center, which will serve as the heart of the school and be located near the main entrance; a spacious cafeteria with stage area and large gymnasium to allow for a variety of uses; grades 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; and new athletic facilities including a multipurpose football field with a six-lane track, baseball and softball fields, bleachers, a field house, and equipment storage facility.

A view of the Belmont Middle site as it looked April 2019.

Project manager Paul Nault stands in front of where the stadium bleachers will go.

The football field and paved running track.

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The new gym.

Breaking ground for the new Belmont Middle School in late March 2019.

When voters overwhelmingly approved a $250 million school bond referendum, it marked the beginning of a new era – an exciting time for new school construction, school additions, and renovations and repairs.

A multi-year effort is in place to use the bond funds. The first allotment of $60 million is providing money for construction of the new Belmont Middle School ($40 million) and addressing critical renovations and repairs at 25 schools ($20 million).

A number of projects, ranging from roof replacements and parking lot paving to new gym floors and new windows/doors, are already complete while others are in progress or development.

Among the most significant projects is roof replacement. Roofing work has taken place at Southwest Middle School and South Point High School, and improvements are planned at six more schools: East Gaston, Highland, Mount Holly, Beam Intermediate, Page,

and North Gaston. Paving (driveways/parking lots) is complete at Webb Street, Grier, New Hope, and Cherryville Elementary with work scheduled in the near future at Carr and Cherryville High.

Improvements also are being made to athletic facilities, including a new gym floor at John Chavis Middle School and new baseball field lights at North Gaston High School. Other school projects focus on electrical/ lighting, HVAC, plumbing, flooring, and life safety (cameras, intercoms, and alarms).

With only $60 million allocated for the first round of work, that leaves $190 million for new construction and more renovations/repairs in the years ahead.

Stay up to date on what’s going on with the school bonds by visiting the Gaston County Schools website. You’ll find information about the bonds, the allocation of funds by townships, upcoming and completed projects, and much more: www.gaston.k12.nc.us/ schoolbonds2018.

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Mt. Holly approves 2020-2021 budget The Mt. Holly city council unanimously approved the municipality’s FY2020-2021 budget at its June 15 meeting.

“Obviously, this budget had COVID-19 implications, especially given that revenues did not equate to what was projected,” said city manger Danny Jackson. “The city council and staff did its best to address the relative needs of the city as manifested in the adopted budget. The citizens of Mount Holly hopefully will not see a reduction in services that the City provides, which is always a high priority on a daily basis for city employees. Please know that due to the mentioned COVID-19 implications the city council and staff plan to conduct a mid year assessment in January 2021 to see if any adjustments to the adopted budget will be in order. Unfortunately, due to circumstances we will be reactionary in nature while administering the upcoming budget. The City of Mount Holly is also fortunate to not be in a detrimental situation much like others have endured and for that we are grateful.”

Highlights of the budget include: Tax rate will remain the same at $0.485 per $100 of value. Water and sewer rate will enter into Year 2 and will be increased based on the City Council adopting the Five (5) Year Water / Sewer Rate Study during Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 – 2020. This new rate is reflected in the proposed Fee Schedule. There will be no Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) or merit increase for employees at this time. During the 6/4/2020 City Council Budget Work Session, Council unanimously approved that the COLA would be tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Health Insurance will experience a 3.6% increase and the City will remain with our current carrier, Blue Cross / Blue Shield. Liability Insurance will increase approximately 5.4%, which includes General Liability, Buildings, Automobile, Crime, Workers Compensation and Cyber.

Mandatory retirement contribution to the North Carolina retirement system (ORBIT) has increased to 10.15% (8.9% in FY 19-20) for regu-

lar employees and an increase to 10.9% (10.15% in FY 1920) for Law Enforcement Officers. No new positions are funded and a hiring freeze is in place (with the exception of critical needs) Only mandatory Travel/Training is being considered. Employee longevity remains funded in the salary line item for both General Fund and Enterprise Fund. This item is included in the Employee Recruitment and Retention Policy.

The overall budget decreased from $22,416,283 in FY 19-20 to $19,856,515 for FY 20-21, or a decrease of 11.4%. $308,166 was appropriated from the Unassigned Fund Balance to balance the General Fund budget. Total General Fund $12,844,106, or 9.2% decrease from last Fiscal Year. Factors that are contributing to this decrease are the reduced revenue expectations due to the COVID19 pandemic.

No change to Council compensation. Beautification is funded at $12,500 Tree City budget line funded at $7,500 (ordinance states $2/ capita, equaling $30,000 total budget). Historical Society budget funded at $2,000.

Administration- Operational expenses only. Tree City funds in the amount of $7,500 will be used to cover employee salary. No Capital Items.

Administration – Information Technology (IT)- Contract Services includes all software, webhosting, webpage maintenance, telephone maintenance, internet access. Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) includes hardware and maintains a replacement schedule for desktop and laptop computers.

No Capital Items.

Administration – Maintenance (Building Maintenance)- All in-house and contracted maintenance activities funded through this Department. All utilities (electricity, gas) will be processed through this Department. Tree City budget line funded at $7,500 for Grounds Maintenance. No Capital Items.

Police- Capital includes the purchase of 3 handheld radios at $16,000 and Radio consolettes at $7,875 for a total of $23,875. Capital

also includes the purchase of a boat, through the N.C. Governor’s Crime Commission Grant, in the amount of $35,000. The boat purchase will be reimbursed by the Grant, but the City will need to budget for the purchase per the Grant requirements.

Fire- Capital includes replacing the large diameter hoses at $24,000.

Garage- Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) will include the purchase of a Tire Balancing Machine in order to perform this work in-house in lieu of contracting this service. The cost is $9,630.

Streets and Solid WasteNormal operations funded.

No Capital Items Community DevelopmentProfessional Services line item includes Land Surveying for Greenway and FERC Boundary (tributary north of Dutchman’s Creek) at $15,000 and Carolina Thread Trail Economic Impact Study at $8,000. Contract Services includes Minimum Housing Abatement at $30,000, Grass/ Debris/Nuisance Abatement at $7,000, Digitization and Online Management of Zoning Ordinance at $12,000, Planning Commission Training by CCOG $1,300 and Strategic Vision Plan Annual Event Presentation Materials at $2,000. No Capital Items.

Parks and RecreationCapital is funded with the ABC Fund Balance proceeds.

A Greenway line item is funded at $39,000 for protection of paved and natural surface assets. Tree City funds in the amount of $7,500 will be used to cover employee salary Capital is funded with the ABC Fund Balance and includes a mower at $9,000, Pier replacement project at $80,000 and Greenway Signs at $10,000.

Total Enterprise Fund$7,012,409, or 15.3% decrease over last Fiscal Year.

Factors that are contributing to this decrease are the reduced revenue expectations due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Utility AdministrationProfessional Services line is proposed at $318,000. $50,000 is budgeted for the Water Distribution Study for Downtown, $200,000 for the Dutchman’s Creek lift station

tenance, repair and replacement of water and sewer lines is budgeted at $540,000. Capital is funded at $250,000 for sewer system improvements which include downtown sewer lining at $150,000, inflow and infiltration at $60,000 and Stonewater II lift station upgrade at $40,000.

Stormwater- Projected

to receive $251,000 through collection fee. Yearly expenditures to equal revenue, so in essence, no Unassigned Fund Balance implications.

As in years past, the majority of the Stormwater funds will be spent on Maintenance and Repair of the drainage infrastructure and is funded at $150,000. No Capital Items.

Kiser Elementary in Stanley said farewell to its graduating fifth graders with this slogan on the school stone. Good job, kids!

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Utility Administration – Maintenance (Building Maintenance)- The Building Maintenance Department is responsible for building upkeep only, no Water Treatment or Waste Water Treatment activities or equipment maintenance associated with the plant functions. Items include cleaning, waste management, landscaping, fire alarm monitoring, security intrusion alarm monitoring, extermination, fire suppression, elevator contract, HVAC maintenance. Budget is for operational aspects only.

Utility Administration – Information Technology (IT)Contract Services includes all software, webhosting, webpage maintenance, telephone maintenance, internet access. Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) includes hardware and maintains a replacement schedule for desktop and laptop computers. No Capital Items.

Water- Majority for this budget includes salary, supplies and contract services. No Capital Items Waste Water TreatmentMajority for this budget includes personnel at $368,900.

Contract Services is budgeted at $268,000, in which $175,000 of this line item is land application of sludge.

Utilities budgeted at $170,000 for electricity for the plant and lift stations. No capital items are budgeted.

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DHHS shares health guidance to re-open public schools New health guidelines released represent a first step to help North Carolina K-12 public schools find a safe way to open to in-person instruction for the 2020-21 academic year, health and education leaders announced.

The StrongSchoolsNC Public Health Toolkit (K-12) lays out a comprehensive set of baseline health practices that public schools should follow to minimize risk of exposure to COVID-19 for students, staff, and families. In addition to specific requirements, the Toolkit recommends practices that schools should implement to minimize spread of COVID19 while allowing in-person teaching to resume.

Governor Roy Cooper, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Mark Johnson, State Board of Education Chair Eric Davis, and NC De-

partment of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Secretary Mandy Cohen shared the guidance.

Schools are asked to plan for reopening under three scenarios – Plan A: Minimal Social Distancing, Plan B: Moderate Social Distancing, or Plan C: Remote Learning Only. NC DHHS, in consultation with the State Board of Education and Department of Public Instruction, will announce by July 1 which of the three plans should be implemented for schools to most safely reopen. The remaining plans may be needed if the state’s COVID-19 metrics change over time.

“Opening schools will be possible if we keep working together to slow the spread of COVID-19. We will each need to do our part and practice the 3 Ws – Wear a cloth face

Summer feeding program offers meals for students at eighteen school sites Effective Monday, June 15, Gaston County Schools began transitioning its “grab and go” meal program to its annual summer feeding program, but students and parents will not notice much change.

Meals this summer are being distributed at 18 school sites. The sites listed below were used this spring for the “grab and go” program.

Ashbrook High School 2222 South New Hope Road, Gastonia H.H. Beam Elementary School 200 Davis Park Road, Gastonia Bessemer City High School 119 Yellow Jacket Lane, Bessemer City Brookside Elementary School 1925 Auten Road, Gastonia| Carr Elementary School 307 South Pine Street, Dallas| Chapel Grove Elementary School 5201 Lewis Road, Gastonia Cherryville Elementary School 700 East Academy Street, Cherryville Grier Middle School 1622 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia Holbrook Middle School 418 South Church Street, Lowell| Hunter Huss High School 1518 Edgefield Avenue, Gastonia Kiser Elementary School 311 East College Street, Stanley Mount Holly Middle School 124 South Hawthorne Street, Mount Holly North Belmont Elementary School 210 School Street, Belmont Robinson Elementary School 3122 Union Road, Gastonia Tryon Elementary School 2620 Tryon Courthouse Road, Bessemer City Warlick Academy 1316 Spencer Mountain Road, Gastonia Webb Street School 1623 North Webb Street, Gastonia Woodhill Elementary School 1027 Woodhill Drive, Gastonia At each location, distribution takes place on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon. A meal for Friday is provided on Thursday.

How does the program work?

When you arrive at the meal pickup site that is most convenient for you, look for the school nutrition personnel in the front parking lot. Go to the distribution area and ask for a meal. The meal will be packaged in a bag. The meal will be provided to children (age 18 and younger) free-of-charge.

You should plan to take the meal with you – there is not a place to eat on-site. You may pick up a meal at any of the sites, regardless of where you live or attend school.

If you have a question about our summer feeding program, call (704) 836-9110.

covering. Wait six feet apart.

Wash your hands frequently.

These easy actions will have outsized impact in keeping viral spread low to in order to help get our children back to school,” said Cohen.

The StrongSchoolsNC Public Health Toolkit will be a companion to operational guidance under development

by DPI that will offer strategies for how to implement the public health guidance, and cover other non-health areas for reopening planning,

including scheduling, instructional practice, and staff training.

The StrongSchoolsNC Public Heath Toolkit (K-12) was developed using the most current CDC guidance for schools and includes requirements and recommendations for eight areas: Social Distancing and Minimizing Exposure; Cloth Face Coverings; Protecting Vulnerable Populations; Cleaning and Hygiene; Monitoring for Symptoms; Handling Suspected, Presumptive

or Confirmed Positive Cases of COVID-19; Communication and Combating Misinformation; Water and Ventilation Systems; Transportation; and Coping and Resilience.

For example, it requires students and others to be screened for illness before entering school, and requires floor markings to maintain social distance. It also includes sample screening symptom checklists in English and Spanish, a flow chart protocol for handling suspected or

confirmed cases of COVID19, and a checklist of infection control supplies schools may need. The Toolkit will be updated as new health guidance is released by the CDC and additional resources are added.

Questions about the StrongSchoolsNC Public Heath Toolkit (K-12) should be directed to StrongSchoolsNC@dhhs.nc.gov (in English or in Spanish).

Graduates from the Basic Law Enforcement Training program at Gaston College and their instructors are: (First row, pictured left to right), Dennis Crosby, BLET Director; Jessica Spurrier; Tanner Springs; Michael Caverly; Christopher Parnell; Zachary Duncan; Alex Ledford; Savanna Donahue, Class President; Brenna Robinson; and Melanie Hoyle- BLET Facilitator. (Second row), Shane Caughey, Assistant Director; Brett Campa, Class Vice President; Cristiano Pinheiro; Nicholas Stamey; Landon Tucker; Nathaniel Tarsitaro; and Justin Robinson.

Basic Law Enforcement Training graduates score a 100 percent passing rate on state exam Fourteen graduates from the Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program at Gaston College recently completed their training and passed the state certification exam.

Students in the class scored a 100% passing rate.

The BLET program spans over 18 weeks of intense training divided into 36 topics of instruction. Approximately 65% is in the classroom and 35% is practical hands-on training.

Students must master all 36 topics to be eligible to take the state certification exam. They are graded on written exams and practical skills. The exam is 300 questions that cover all topics of instruction. The students have a maximum of four hours to complete the exam that is administered by the N.C. Criminal Justice Standards Division out of Raleigh.

All law enforcement officers in N.C. are required to take this certification exam and must pass before they are eligible to be hired by any law enforcement agency in the state.

Special awards were presented to five graduates in the following categories: Top Gun – Top Firearms Student, Christopher Glen Parnell Driving Award – Top Student, Zachary Dale Duncan Police Officer Physical Abilities Test (POPAT) Challenge – Top Student Physical Training, Alex Colton Ledford Director’s Award – Top Overall Student, Savanna Nye Donahue Top Student Overall – State Exam, Savanna Nye Donahue The next day BLET class begins on Monday, July 27, 2020.

Applications will be accepted until the class is full.

For more information or to apply, please contact Dennis Crosby, Director, at 704-922-6595 or email: Crosby.Dennis@ gaston.edu, Shane Caughey, Assistant Director, at 704-9226255 or Caughey.Shane@gaston.edu or Melanie Hoyle, BLET Facilitator, at 704-922-6531 or Hoyle.Melanie@gaston.edu.

Belmont Abbey back to school plans...

Dr. William K. Thierfelder President

Belmont Abbey College has made the decision to open its residential and commuter campus this Fall for inperson instruction.

The President’s Cabinet, which includes leaders and experts from every area of the College community, has created sub committees and working groups to plan and prepare for the Fall opening.

One important aspect of our preparation has been the incorporation of guiding principles rooted in our Catholic and Benedictine mission and tradition. By employing prudent, reasonable, and practical measures along with the appropriate exercise of each member’s free will, personal responsibility, and concern for safety, I am hopeful that we can minimize the spread of the virus while continuing to live in, and build up, the community we have all come to love and cherish.

To this end, effective June 1, 2020, the College has established protocol and policy for the reopening of the campus. Belmont Abbey College will take reasonable precautions, abide by federal, state, and local government mandates regarding COVID19 restrictions, and continue to monitor and respond to recognized health agencies regarding COVID-19 recommendations.

Relevant Fall Dates (chronologically) Students participating on Fall sports teams will move-in on August 11, 2020.

Conference Carolinas, and its member institutions, are committed to playing a full conference schedule including championship games.

Orientation and new student move-in begins on August 14, 2020. Physical distancing will be incorporated into the various programs. Move-in procedures for new and returning

students will incorporate physical distancing and other procedures to promote both safety and hospitality. There will be no more than two students assigned to a residence hall room. Dining services will be conducted in a manner to minimize virus spread including modifications to eating spaces, take-out services, and server-provided meals.

Evening classes will begin on Monday, August 17, 2020, and day classes will begin on Tuesday, August 18, 2020.

Classrooms, laboratories, and library facilities will follow the College’s updated safety guidelines which include new flex classroom arrangements to increase physical distance while preserving instructional integrity.

Classes will be held on Labor Day, September 7, 2020. Fall Break (October 15th and 16th) has been changed to a regular class day on October 15th and a

community service day on October 16th. Face-to-face classes will end on Friday November 20, 2020, and residential students will return home at that time. Classes held after the Thanksgiving break, beginning on Monday November 30, 2020, will be held remotely and include final exams which will conclude on December 11, 2020.

We will continue to update the community on a regular basis and notify students, faculty, and staff if any member of the community tests positive for COVID-19.

Students or faculty members who may need specific accommodations for the Fall semester due to existing health or medical conditions should contact Dr. David Williams, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs. Staff members with similar requests should contact their direct supervisor.

Reasonable accommodations will be made on a case-bycase basis.

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Mt. Holly native Gibson named HPS Teacher of the Year Nine outstanding teachers were recently nominated as the 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year for Hickory Public Schools. Each of these notable nine will serve as the title winners for their respective schools.

Following the interviews conducted by panel judges Erin Blackburn, public programs coordinator, Catawba Science Center; TJ Bates, chief of police, Town of Long View; and Jill Peek, retired administrator, NC Public Anyea Gibson Schools -- the top three were announced: third place, Casey Roberson from Oakwood Elementary School; second this year’s winner as the HPS place, Madison Yount from Teacher of the Year, Dijion Hickory High School; … and “Anyea” Gibson from View-

mont Elementary School.

Raised in Mt. Holly, North Carolina, where she attended Pinewood Elementary, Mt. Holly Middle, and East Gaston High School, Gibson graduated from LenoirRhyne College in 2008 with an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education. She earned a Master’s in Education from Appalachian State University in 2012.

According to Viewmont Principal, Jeff Hodakowski, Gibson is a teacher that all schools would be fortunate to have in their building.

“Ms. Gibson is a very dedicated teacher. She spends a lot of time preparing for her 5th graders and help-

Summer learning program provides enrichment opportunities for students Gaston County Schools will offer its summer learning program, July 6-31. This is an excellent academic enrichment opportunity for students. Best of all, the program is free.

Because of concerns related to the coronavirus, the summer program will be conducted in a remote learning format. A device will be provided for a student to use for summer learning, if needed.

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Attending summer learning is a plus for students. The program is designed to give them an opportunity to stay engaged in learning, review previously learned material, and pre-learn new content as a way to get ahead for the upcoming school year. Students also will have an opportunity to learn test preparation strategies.

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Ms. Gibson with her congratulation gifts and balloons. ing them to succeed. I have been very impressed by the way that she conducts her classroom and how well the students learn,” said Hodakowski. “She does a great job of integrating technology into her lessons and she utilizes iPads to connect with the students. She is responsible for teaching math to nearly 90 students each day and she does a great job of planning for large group and small group instruction.”

“Ms. Gibson is very active within our community,” said Dr. Jenny White, Viewmont’s assistant principal.

“She is the Youth Director at Hartzell Memorial United Methodist Church where she also teaches her ‘church children.’ Additionally, she works part-time with Ann Freeman School of Dance, instructing dance to students of all ages. And she helps to coach the Dance Team at Viewmont Elementary. Additionally, she coached the Lenoir-Rhyne University Dance Team from 20172019—and in 2019, the team

won the NCAA Division II National Championship in the Game Day Division.”

“Winning the ‘2020-2021 HPS Teacher of the Year’ is an honor,” said Gibson. “I have worked for this amazing system and Viewmont Elementary for 12 years, including my student teaching experience at Viewmont with the third-grade class taught by Diane Creasman.

“As an educator, at times our responsibilities can be daunting. We are responsible for educating our youth in a world that places us at the bottom of the totem pole.

As Officer Bates explained to me during my interview, ‘Though the job can make you feel defeated, you have to know that what you do matters.’ I know many may not see what we do as imperative, but I do what I do and love every day-- not for the accolades, but for my babies. Seeing them light up when I walk in the room, getting a hug even after I had to fuss, receiving a message from a parent telling me how

blessed they are to have me in their lives, makes every difficult day worth it!” said Gibson.

“I would not be where I am today without the amazing women in my life. My mom, Ann Gibson; my grandmother, Nancy J. Gibson; and my aunt, Nelda Rendleman—all serve as my backbone. And though my nana, the late Lois L. Gibson is no longer with me here on earth, her spirit lives inside me every day. I would also like to thank my aunt, Parthenia Friday, for serving as my biggest cheerleader.

My family means the world to me! My aunts, uncles, and cousins have always provided constant support,” said Gibson.

As the 2020-2021 HPS Teacher of the Year, Anyea Gibson receives a brand new car to drive for the next year from Mike Johnson’s Hickory Toyota, a monetary gift of $1,000 from Vanguard Furniture, and a one-year membership to the Catawba Science Center.

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LADY KS COUTURE BOUTIQUE. Fine Men & Women Clothing, Accessories and More. Offering: Sizes XS to Big &Tall. Personalized TeeShirts. Gift Baskets. Personal Shopping. Explore! See whats in store! At Lady Ks Kouture! Hours: Wed -Fri 10:30am till 6pm, Sat 12noon till 6pm, Sun-Mon-Tue (by appointment). 1116 Cherokee Ave, Gaffney SC 29340 Suite#5 (864) 219-0990

NOW HIRING. Experienced roofers and experienced laborers needed. (704) 477-0516

EXCAVATOR SERVICES I need someone who has an excavator to dig a hole and then fill it back up. Call for further details. (828) 245-0546 pbloch0203@gmail.com

TIRES! TIRES! TIRES! We carry Premium Brand Tires at Great Prices. Hankook, Nexen and Most Major Brands. See Us Today! On The Go Quik Lube, 4501 Fallston Rd., Shelby, NC 704-487-4501.

CLASS A CDL DRIVERS. To pull freight to NC, SC, TN. Day & night shifts available. 9 and 13 hour shifts. Weekly and monthly drive bonus. 2 weeks paid vacation per year. Average hourly rate of pay, $18. Appt/ Info, 828-919-1547.

HAVE CLEAN DRIVING RECORD. Must pass drug test and physical. Call United Cab at (704) 482-7000 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 all shifts.

Apply in person at 203 Lee St., Shelby, NC 28150. (704) 4825200 spacker@oneoneonecare.net

CASE KNIVES FOR FATHER’S DAY! Show Dad how much you care for Father’s Day with a new Case knife! We have a huge selection to fit any kind of knife he would enjoy.

Also we have many other gift ideas to choose from.

Come see us today! (704) 480-0830 olivershardware16@gmail.com

TOMS BAKERY. 120 Belvedere Ave, Shelby, NC 28150. tgreene1@twc.com or tomsbakery.net (704) 473-1413

COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. (980) 295-5568

EMPLOYMENT TEMPORARY PROGRAM TECHNICIAN POSITION. The Cleveland County Farm Service Agency Office is accepting applications for a Temporary Program Technician position.

Computer skills required and a farm background desired. For additional information, please call Bryon McMurry at 704-4710235 ext. 2 or submit a resume to william.mcmurry@usda.gov.

MORGAN’S TREE SERVICE Needed part-time helper.

828-395-0758.

EXPERIENCED GRILL COOK (MORNINGS) & KITCHEN WORKER POSITIONS. Apply in Person. Carolina Crossings Restaurant located at 218 S. Main St., Grover, NC FULL TIME SCHOOL CUSTODIAN. Provides students and staff with a safe, clean and efficient learning and work environment by performing cleaning and maintenance activities in accordance with established practices and direction. Duties include: Floor and carpet cleaning and maintenance. Trash pickup and transport. Restroom cleaning and supplies. Window washing as scheduled. Outdoor trash pickup on sidewalks, grounds, parking areas. Grass and shrubbery cut and trim as needed.

Inventory supplies and request restock as needed. Open and secure building. Moves furniture and equipment as requested.

Replace lighting and fluorescent tubes as required. Qualifications / Requirements Previous experience preferred. Must be able to physically perform all job requirements and lift and or move up to 50 lbs. Ability to work independently, and carry out written or verbal instruction. Have knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment. (828) 657-9998 ext. 1418 lbell@tjca. org FULL TIME GROUNDS KEEPER. Must be familiar with Zero-Turn lawnmower. Have valid NC drivers license. (704) 4734299 CAREER MACHINE OPERATOR POSITION. IMC (MetalsAmerica) in Shelby has a Career Machine Operator Position Available. Take advantage of the opportunity to work for one of the world’s largest suppliers of copper at IMC MetalsAmerica.

“Come Grow With Us!” Apply in Person at 135 Old Boiling Springs Rd., Shelby, NC or send resume to: prodgrp@imc-ma.com NOW HIRING! Several Positions Available. Apply in Person. The Pancake House, 149 W. Dixon Blvd., Shelby.

FULL-TIME MAINTENANCE MAN NEEDED TO MAINTAIN RENTAL UNITS. Valid NC Drivers License & General Maintenance Experience Required.

Call (704) 473-4299

CONSTRUCTION WORKERS WANTED. Southern Craftsmen Builder/Contractor Commercial and residential remodeling, New construction, Dock building.

Requirements -drivers license, vehicle -18 years + -phone -consistent attendance -comfortable in crawl spaces and on ladders -able to lift heavy items (concrete, lumber, etc) -respectful, honest, good attitude. Prohibited behaviors -alcohol/drug use before or during work -tobacco use inside client spaces -firearms on job site -theft Compensation -hourly pay $12-$24 dependent upon skill level -8 paid holidays per year -5 paid vacation days per year -unpaid time off can be arranged. Submit resume/work experience. (704) 477-8413 jollyhputnam@hotmail.com

HVAC TECHNICIAN. Family Owned HVAC Company is looking for a Great Residential Service Technician.

Experience Required. We offer hiring bonus and high compensation. We want the best and will pay for the best.

Your a name not a number and have the opportunity for advancement. (704) 423-8870 robh@scofcharlotte.com

BUSINESS SERVICES COOKE’S LAWNCARE. Call for free estimates. (704) 5381364 DECK NEED A FACE LIFT? I have built or repaired hundreds.

We fix most anything made of wood. Room Enclosures. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas.

Bob, 828-476-6058.

HANDYMAN: REMODEL, RESTORATION AND RENOVATION. Interior and Exterior Painting. Apex. Call Michael, 828-748-5740.

AFFORDABLE LANDSCAPING. CALL TODAY AND SCHEDULE A FREE ESTIMATE! GRASS CUTTING, WEED EATING, MULCHING. (704) 466-2333 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.

BUSINESS SERVICES

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

YARD SALES

FOR SALE

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

FATHER’S DAY SALE! At Laughlin’s Furniture. We have recliner’s that are perfect for Father’s Day starting at just $299.99! Visit us today at 400 N. Lafayette Street in Shelby, NC 28150

RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING REPAIR. All fixtures repaired or replaced. Unstop all drains. All work guaranteed! 828-443-2617.

J. M. LAWN SERVICES. MOWING, TRIMMING, EDGING and BLOWING. Shelby area. Call 9am-5pm. (704) 974-9981 DOES YOUR CHILD NEED HELP to get ready for the school year? Retired teacher will tutor any subjects in grades 2-6. For info call (704) 284-2760 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.

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 24 HOUR MOBILE MECHANIC REPAIR & SERVICE. “I WILL COME TO YOU!” Oil Changes, Tire Problems, Small Engine Repairs. (704) 300-2332 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 SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587

YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY BACK YARD SALE. Sat. June 27th, from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Sun. June 28th, from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Lots of household items, clothes, shoes, old jewelry, pocketbooks, all kinds of items. Please wear a mask and don’t come if you have any of the covid 19 symptoms. 112 Johnson Road, Shelby, NC 28152 4 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat. June 27th, 2020 from 8:00 AM ? 1417 Bethlehem Road, Kings Mountain. Men’s, and Women’s clothes all sizes. Kids clothes boy and girl. All sizes. Household items, Toys, lamps, car booster seats, baby swing for swing set.

Camping lantern, house decor, and lots of other items. Kings Mountain, NC 28086 YARD SALE. Sat. June 27th, 7:30AM - 12:00 PM. Rain/ Shine. Held in Metal Building.

Furniture, Houseware, Homeday Decor, Clothing and misc.

249-1 Press Sweezy Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443 ESTATE SALE. Solid wood pull down cabinet, wood buffet, bed side tables, 2 matching couches, assorted dishes, jewelry, framed paintings, original artwork, wire cage, cement bricks, books, records, perhaps more as day arrives. 492 Darlington Road, Rutherfordton. (828) 288-3853 sammscript@yahoo. com

WEATHER-TECH FLOOR MATS Black in color. Driver and passenger sides. Fits a Chrysler Pacifica. Only used 3 weeks (Like New!) If interested call 704-692-3581

MEGA BLOWOUT YARD SALE. SAT, JUNE 27TH, 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM. MOVING TO PORTUGAL. 245 ANNE STREET, RUTHERFORDTON.

IN SEARCH OF. I want to buy (4) good used tires. Size P235/75/R15. 828-305-4498 or 828-287-0982.

FOR SALE SALE ITEMS IN CHESNEE, SC Wheel Horse Lawn Mower-48 in.deck, nice; 54 in. circle turn Kubota, diesel; Unused tin-12 ft. long; New wheel & tire; 2005 Toyota Avalon-Nice and low miles; and 1994 Pickup Truck. (601) 740-0837

JOHN DEERE LAWN MOWER D105 Auto. 175HP, 42” deck, 85 hours on it, $550. 828-2457637.

FIRE DEPARTMENTS ON NC4EVER.COM. Click on your favorite Fire Department at NC4Ever.com to see what’s available today NC4Ever@ email.com

MOBILITY SCOOTER, $645.

Companion 4 wheel Scooter, large tires, basket, charger and cover. New is over $2,000, sale $645. (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

SOLID PINE ANTIQUE BEDROOM SUITE. Man’s Dresser & Woman’s Dresser with 6 small drawer & shelves and 6 bottom drawers, hope chest.

Also stand-up chest freezer. $700. (704) 434-7145 HAY FOR SALE. HORSE QUALITY HAY. $40 per roll picked up. Union Mills area.

828-712-1494.

OUTDOOR POLY LUMBER. Round patio table, 44” across with 4 chairs and 2 umbrellas. $600. (704) 484-7733 STAND UP, $75. NAPA Stand Ups. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net PLANTS FOR SALE. Hosta plants, Yellowbells, Day Lillies, Bearded Iris, small Japanese Maples, and Weeping Cherry trees. (828) 245-0245 WOOD GUN CABINET $85.

Large wooden desk $125. (704) 692-8845 DRAPERIES: 2 VALANCES W/STATIONARY PANELS, red, green, beige. (1) long valance w/stationary panels, multi-color stripes. (4) separate panels fits either valance, green. Call for sizes/pics. 828429-3116.

BUILT-IN COMBO MICROWAVE OVEN AND CONVECTION OVEN. GE Profile, black, great condition, $350. Can send pics. 828-429-3116.

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.

“COVETED VETERANS CIRCLE” In Gaston Memorial Park. Three Burial Plots For Sale. Will Sell Together or Individually. (919) 272-5503 PSA AR10 308 CAL. 3x9x50 scope, laser sight and flash light, stainless steel barrel, $1500. Remington 1187 12 ga, auto shotgun, like new, $450.

828-429-6763.

ANTIQUE DINING ROOM SUITE. Table, 6 chairs, hutch, buffet, $1500. Roll top desk $300. Large hutch $600. Antique organ $300. (704) 4724847 WANTED, NON RUNNING RIDING MOWERS. Must be good condition. (Shelby area).

Call or text pic and price.

Please leave message and phone number. (704) 472-5962 TRAILERS, ALL KINDS. Utility, Box, Dump Equipment, Goosenecks. Areas LARGEST on site display for trailers. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828245-5895.

WE BUY TRAILERS. Must have title and ID. 828-2455895.

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CLASSIFIED ADS

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

WANT TO BUY

CARPORTS, GARAGES, RV COVERS, FREE STANDING LEAN TO’S. Areas largest on site display. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies.

828-245-6756.

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

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.

WE STOCK METAL FOR ALL your roofing or repair needs.

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

NEW PREDATOR 8000 WATT GENERATOR. 6.5 gallon tank, 110/220, EPA Approved, $750 OBO. 828-245-9620.

KILLZALL, 2.5 GALLONS FOR SALE. $47.99. Mention Ad. 828-287-3272.

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

HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 4876855 PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243.

(704) 538-5788 TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy.

Bridges Riding Equipment.

Boiling Springs, NC. (704) 434-6389 NEW 5X8 TRAILERS, $595. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City.

828-245-5895.

RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS AND GOKARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704-4769383.

LOST & FOUND LOST MEN’S WIDE WEDDING BAND. Unique shape. Reward for return. (704) 482-6229

WANT TO BUY PAYING CASH for non-working washers and dyers. Call with what you have. Will pickup. (704) 300-1955 DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828-289-1175 or 828-247-1070.

CARS & TRUCKS

VACATIONS

FOR RENT

2000 PONTIAC MONTANA VAN. Great condition, owned since 2003. Price is $2,000.

828-657-5342.

OCEAN LAKES 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS. Washer/ dryer, gas grill, golf cart included. $1400 week. (704) 472-7145

CLEVELAND COUNTY

WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 WWII COLLECTOR WANTING TO BUY German Pistols, Military Guns, Helmets, Knives and Flags. I BUY Small and Large Gun Collections also. Licensed FFL, TOP cash paid. (828) 980-3329 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 CASSETTES, VINYL ALBUMS, 45’S. Top dollar paid for record albums, rock, jazz, blues, Americana, 19501990’s. 45’s with picture sleeves, music, memorabilia, rock posters. (919) 314-7579

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

PETS & LIVESTOCK

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

KUHN ROTARY RAKE. Good shape, $2600. 828-287-3272.

PLYMOUTH ROCK/CORNISH CROSS CHICKENS. Dual purpose birds. Both meat & eggs production. Laying now. 5 months old. Hens $10.00, Roosters - $8.00. 828430-6217.

BUSH HOG FINISH MOWER. Good condition, $1200. 828287-3272.

NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-2873272.

MANURE SPREADER FOR SALE. $1,475. 828-287-3272.

WANTED TO BUY: Small 4-Wheel Drive Tractor with Belly Mower and Bucket.

(704) 487-9437 NEW 3 PT. HITCH Fertilizer Spreader, $450. 828-2873272.

CKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. 4 black and brown at $500 each. One white for $700. Shots and dewormed by vet. Will be ready to go 2nd week in July. $200 deposit required. Call Joe, M thru F, 9am to 10pm at 704734-7088.

CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES, $150.

Dewormed. No papers or shots.

(704) 860-7379 lacyorlucy@ gmail.com FEEDER PIGS FOR SALE. 2035 LBS, $75 each. Bulk buying discounts. 828-748-1172.

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. Males & females. $200 each. (704) 718-3827 GREAT PYRENEES PUPS. Ready to go June 8th. $200.

(704) 692-7362 CKC REGISTERED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. 8 wks old, shots & worming UTD. Big healthy puppies. $300 each.

(704) 466-3135 DOG KENNELS, FROM $189.99 IN STOCK. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 10x10 split, 20x20 split. Tops, Delivery and Install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-2455895.

RIVER RUN DOG FOOD 21/10, 50 lbs, $17.99. Ask about volume discounts. 828-287-3272.

RACING HOMING PIGEONS Gaston Cleveland Racing Pigeon Club. A fun hobby for the whole family. Call Art, 803984-6678. artsager@msn.com LIVESTOCK FOR SALE. PURE BRED ANGUS BULLS and HEIFERS. Jacob Fork Ranch. Call 704-538-1199 or (704) 600-7847

CARS & TRUCKS

FEMALE RHODE ISLAND RED CHICKS. Hatched and sexed by hatchery on 5/2/20.

Fully feathered. $15 each.

(704) 739-7806 ldb157722@ gmail.com

1988 CHEVY PICK UP. 4x4, new 350 crate engine, show quality paint. Must see to appreciate. $27,000. 704-3001376.

BOATS

JEEP FOR SALE 2000 model.

Only $425.00. 704-466-4675.

OUTBOARD BOAT MOTOR. 9.9 Sears Gamefisher. Excellent condition, runs great, $325.

704-477-1724.

PETS & LIVESTOCK GREAT PYRENEES FOR SALE. Wormed, 1st shots, $300. 704-300-9361 PEKINGESE PUPPIES, eight months old, shots and wormed. CKC registered. For more information text 864-4904979.

PONDEROSA LIVESTOCK TRAILER. Very good shape, $3600. 828-287-3272.

2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE Pearl White. Carriage roof, Michelin tires, looks & runs good, 3rd Owner! 117,000 miles, $2950 obo. Call 704-678-3954 or (704) 487-0550 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 E-350 WORK TRUCK. High back, 7.3 Diesel, 118k miles, auto, Reading work body with ladder rack, one owner, new tires, $15,000. 828-2459620, 828-223-1564.

2002 LEXUS RX 300 120,000 miles, $3850. Four Door Sport Utility. Beige.

Very good condition. Only two owners. 678-488-7709.

2002 DODGE DAKOTA V-8, 4.7, 247,000 miles, excellent condition. Clean title and no leaks. Asking $4500. (704) 2841450 JEEP FOR SALE 2000 model.

Only $425.00. 704-466-4675.

2017 TOYOTA CAMRY LE. 14,500 miles. Bought New! All service records & inspections.

Like new inside & out. $15,900.

(704) 435-5605 2002 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 4x4, runs excellent, 241,000 miles, good tires, camper shell, rocker panel rust. $2000 negotiable. (828) 245-3595 2009 FORD RANGER 4 door, 4.0, automatic, running boards, aluminum wheels, bedliner, 46,000 miles, $7500.

828-287-3820.

1987 FORD F-150 Long wheel base. Dual Tanks. Truck has been sitting for several years.

Was running when parked.

82,000 Miles. Can send pictures by phone. $1700 (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

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

BEACH HOUSE FOR SALE! Ocean Lakes Family Campground. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths in a Great Section (5000 section). 5238 East Sandlapper Drive. New Roof! Recently Painted & New Carpet! Covered Porch. Includes All Furniture, TVs, Appliances and Golf Cart. $120,000. Contact 704-692-0802. Myrtle Beach, SC 29575

REAL ESTATE

2005 HARLEY DAVIDSON. Electra Glide Classic, 32,000 miles, $6,500. (704) 472-9207

VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-7182659, (803) 635-9831 BEACH HOUSE AT OCEAN LAKES. 2 & 3 bedroom, WIFI. For rent by week or 3 day weekend. July 4th week available due to cancellation. 704-4731494, 704-434-7765. (704) 434-7765 MYRTLE BEACH CONDO FOR RENT. Three bedroom, 2.5 bath condo. Pool, laundry, screened porch, full kitchen. No smoking or pets.

Saturday-Saturday. $1395 weekly. Myrtle Beach, SC 29572 (828) 447-6611 LAKE LURE TIMESHARE, Fox Den 300, week 37 (September), 2020 dues paid.

Individual house with view of Fairway #10 and Bald Head Mountain, $200. Call Jim, 704560-6602.

HOUSE IN COUNTRY, $900.

2 bedroom, 1 bath, washer/ dryer hookup. No pets. Security deposit & references required.

(704) 538-7661

CLEVELAND COUNTY NEW CONSTRUCTION. Brick Veneer home for sale. Estimated completion date 8/1/20. Call for more info or showing. (980) 295-8351 22 ACRES IN CASAR. Half open, half wooded, with stream.

704-600-7847, (704) 538-1199 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOME. Full basement on 2.5 acre lot, plus 30x40 nice building / shop.

Price is negotiable! Waco area.

704-802-4293 or (704) 6007614 LOT PRICE REDUCED TO $32,000 Approximately 1.17 Acres. Zoned Residential. 00 Hermitage Court, Shelby, NC (PRICED $8000 BELOW TAX VALUE). Great Neighborhood and Convenient to Uptown.

Call Tammy at (704) 692-4356 RUTHERFORD COUNTY

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

1 BOARDER- NO MORE THAN 4 HORSES. No Studs. 6 stalls, feed & tackroom. Land fenced in, water & washroom at barn. $250 each horse. Approx 20 acres. Plainview Church Road, Lawndale, NC. (828) 429-2724

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 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH DOUBLEWIDE HOME on lot. $900 per month rent with $900 security deposit. Must be able to provide background checks & credit references. Serious inquires only. Phone for appointment between hours of 9am6pm at (704) 734-5820 SHELBY, 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH DUPLEX. Central heat & air, W/D hookups. $550 month.

No Hap, No Pets. Lease, references, deposit. Leave message (704) 482-7504 2&3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Applications are being processed right now! Rent is based on income (and even some expenses). Call or visit today Laurel Hill Apartments.

Equal housing opportunity.

Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 4871114 laurelhill@darbydevelopment.com

MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT. Mobile homes for Rent in Shelby, and Dallas, NC. 1 to 2 bedrooms renting from $525.00 to $595.00 per month. Call Today. 704-5548861. (704) 554-8861 frontdesk@ kluttspropertymanagement.com 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME FOR RENT. $125 week. No pets. 704-300-3647.

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

Price starting at $100 per week.

Call (704) 739-4417 LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 482-7723 HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. EHO. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 487-6354 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY ICC AREA, BEST VALUE, 2 BEDROOM APT. Energy Efficient, like new, stainless steel appliances, $550. Deposit and references required. 828-248-1776.

3BR, 2BA, QUIET PARK, Rutherford County. Landlord on site, NO PETS. Background check.

Call 828-429-9831 after 10am.

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

Starting at $460 a month. 828382-0475.

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Formerly (Happy Dog Café), we are excited to announce we are

NOW OPEN and accepting new clients.

The same professional grooming staff has transferred to this location!

Raven - Groomer

Extras

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YOUR GROO ATE WHEN YOU DON TOWELS!

Services

• DeMatting Fee $7 / 15 Minutes • Spa Special $15 • Teeth Brushing $10 • Late Fee $10/ hour

• Deluxe Groom (starting at $40) Includes Full Haircut, Nails, Ears, Anal Glands & Professional Shampoo

• Maintenance Groom (starting at $30) Includes Bath/Blowout & Fur, Feet, Fanny

• Bath & Nails (starting at $20)

Maddie

- Groomer

Cody - Groomer

Call (704)825-5987 To Schedule an Appointment!

38 East Woodrow Ave. Belmont, NC