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Mt. Holly’s Willie Bert Rhyne celebrates his centennial birthday By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

One of Mt. Holly’s most beloved citizens, and a member of the Greatest Generation, Willie Bert Rhyne observed his 100th birthday on July 6. Rhyne was born on a 150 acre farm on what is now Mt. Holly Huntersville Rd. He graduated from Paw Creek High in 1938 and never missed a day of class. In 1939 he went to work for

Duke Power at the Riverbend Steam Station. Two years later, December 7, 1941, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor and the lives of millions, including Rhyne’s, changed in a flash. “I enlisted in the Navy on December 8th,” Rhyne said. Thus began four years of high adventure and action for Rhyne as a crew member of the USS O’Bannon destroyer. The USS O’Bannon (DD/ DDE-450), a Fletcher-

class destroyer, was the second ship of the United States Navy to be named for Lieutenant Presley O’Bannon (1784–1850), the Marine Corps’s “hero of Derna”. O’Bannon was the US Navy’s most decorated destroyer during World War II, earning 17 battle stars and a Presidential Unit Citation. During WWII the ship saw action all over the South Pa- 100-year-old Willie Bert Rhyne shows two of his facific including- five major vorite hats. See RHYNE, Page 5

Rhyne as a U.S. Navy sailor during WWII.

Anne Marie Hagerty walks away with $16,000 in scholarship money

Miss Mount Holly is first runner-up at Miss N.C. pageant By TODD HAGANS Special to The Banner-News

The City of Belmont held its July 4th Red, White, and Belmont event last Saturday. A huge crowd turned out for all the festivities. Dennis Conners was in a festive July 4th mood. See more scenes on page 10.

Catawba Riverkeeper to open new headquarters in downtown McAdenville The Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation will become the anchor tenant of Dynamo 31, the soon-to-be redeveloped 1940’s-era Pharr Yarns mill

building at 102 Main Street near the lake in downtown McAdenville. Catawba Riverkeeper’s new headquarters will in-

clude offices, a conference room, a water testing lab, classroom, public-facing retail space, and a taproom. See RIVERKEEPER, Page 4

She got as close as a contestant can to winning without coming home wearing the crown. Anne Marie Hagerty, 25, the current Miss Mount Holly, finished as the first runner-up in the 2021 Miss North Carolina competition. She was edged out by Carli Batson, a 21-year-old ballerina from Wilmington, who will represent the state at Miss America in December. But, not all was lost. Hagerty walked away from the pageant experience with a total of $16,000 in scholarship money that she will use to pursue a master’s degree in management from Harvard University’s online business school. Her scholarship total includes a $10,000 prize for placing second. “I feel so grateful for the whole experience,” said Hagerty. “It was more fun

than I ever expected, and to win $16,000 in scholarships, I praise God for every moment.” Hagerty entered the state contest as a favorite, thanks to her strong communication and interview skills. A 2018 graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill with a degree in journalism, Hagerty has worked in television news – most recently as a reporter for WBTV in Charlotte – and traveled abroad as a freelance journalist and concert pianist. Last year, she ventured out to establish a communication Miss Mount Holly Anne Marie and public speaking Hagerty is announced as the first business. runner-up during the 2021 Miss For the talent North Carolina competition. competition, Hagerty was asked about “fake news” performed her own arrangement of “Fur Elise” and whether Miss North Caron the piano. During the on- olina should engage in stage interview portion, she See PAGEANT, Page 7

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Connect the Dots: It’s all about Him

Freedom

True freedom Rev. Trent Rankin Salvation Church, Gastonia, NC salvationchurchnc.org

By Dennis Siracusa Recently the Banner printed my essay, Reversion, about our created human root stock that was damaged with Adam and Eve’s sin choice and how Jesus Christ alone can return us to our original God inspired blueprint. This life-long cleansing process, called sanctification, begins when we become Christ followers. Why care? Last Sunday, July 4, we celebrated Independence Day. Don’t we all want to enjoy freedom in all its forms? Many people, saved and unsaved are trapped in needless destructive lies. Lauren Daigle gives us a clue why this is important in her song to the Lord, “You Say.” “I keep fighting voices in my mind that say I’m not enough Every single lie that tells me, I will never measure up Am I more than just the sum of every high and every low? Remind me once again just who I am because I need to know How many of us have heard the expression “don’t kid yourself!” It means “not to fool ourselves into believing something we shouldn’t.” Our problem is we all soak up lies. We pick them up like mud on our shoes and they affect how we navigate life; how we think about ourselves. Author John Bibee wrote “no one can give himself worth in his own eyes.” He’s right! During a period, working for IBM, I won lots of awards (3rd in the nation in one category) and yet no pats on my back helped me believe I was worth all the accolades. I knew the honor somehow belonged only to God. I also have seen how unkind words from trusted caretakers,

as a child, can cling like hidden heavy weights for decades. And don’t you know we can start thinking we are odd and unusual; that these lies are unique to us alone? Well Dennis Siracusa they aren’t! What are some common lies you may have encountered? • You’re a terrible person. • You’ll never amount to a hill of beans • You’re scared of everything you coward. • You’re lazy, stupid, or a moocher. • You are a pathetic awful provider. • You’re an awful husband/father, wife/ mother. • You can’t see the forest for the trees Lies can fill a large book and they all come from the devil; the destroyer and father of lies. When we are stung with lies, regardless of the source, and don’t deal with them quickly, damage happens to our bodies, souls and spirits. How do we protect ourselves? The bible has over 8,000 trustworthy promises from God who loves us unconditionally. If we are a slave to fear, He casts out all fear. When we are overwhelmed with sin, like Mary Magdalene in the bible, Jesus calls out to us too, to free us and redeem us. This week, let’s expand Independence Day by letting Jesus wash the lies entangling us. Let’s call out to Him for His lordship and ask Him to remind us we are His and start or continue the reversion process that frees us from sin and forms us into the image He purposed for us from the beginning of time.

Lowell planning series of events The City of Lowell is very excited to have some community events on the calendar again, including some new events. Saturday, July 17 - 6pm8pm - Dinos in the Park Harold Rankin Park Free family friendly dinosaur show by Ed’s Dinosaurs Live. CaroMont Health is a proud sponsor of this event. Food trucks by Will’s Doggn’ It and Jack’s Treat Truck. Tuesday, August 3 - 6pm8pm - National Night Out with the Lowell Police Department National Night Out is a nationwide community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships. Admission is free! Giveaways, police demos, games, and more! Saturday, August 14 7pm-9pm - Music in the Park Harold Rankin Park Free concert by ECHO13. CaroMont Health is a proud sponsor of this event.

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Food trucks by Lobster Dogs, Cavendish Brewery, and XCite Sweet Connections. Thursday, September 16 3pm-6pm - Trucks in the Park Harold Rankin Park Free family event to give kids the opportunity to touch and explore different type of vehicles! CaroMont Health is a proud sponsor of this event. *3:00pm-3:45pm will be Sensory Time meaning there will be no flashing lights or sirens during this time. If anyone in your family or group is sensitive to sensory input, we

recommend coming during this time frame. Businesses/local organizations that are interested in bringing out a vehicle for the event, please contact Lowell Parks and Recreation at (704) 824-0099 or email ccummings@lowellnc.com Saturday, October 9 6pm-10pm - Festival in the Park Harold Rankin Park Free concert by Shelby Rae Moore Band, food trucks, craft vendors, and rides. CaroMont Health is a proud sponsor of this event.

This past Sunday we celebrated July the Fourth. Not only was it a great day of fireworks and picnics, but most importantly, it was a day to celebrate America. We are blessed to live in the greatest nation in the world. God has blessed us in so many ways. We are a nation of freedom and liberty. We are a free nation, free to live and worship as we choose. Ultimately, however, true freedom is found in Jesus. In Acts 16:22-33, Paul and Silas were beaten by the local authorities in Philippi. They were thrown into the local jail where they were chained together. At midnight, Paul and Silas were singing hymns and praying. The other prisoners listened as they sang. As they prayed and sang, an earthquake happened, shaking the foundation of the prison. Their chains loosed, and came off, and the doors of the prison opened. The jailor assuming the prisoners escaped, attempted to take his own life until Paul stopped him, assuring him they were all there. The jailor asked Paul and Silas what he must do to be saved, and they told him about Jesus. He took them home, cleaned their wounds, and Paul and Silas proclaimed Jesus to the entire household, baptizing everyone there. Paul and Silas understood that true free-

dom came through Jesus Christ. Even when the opportunity to escape prison came, they stayed because their freedom was in Jesus, not anything of this world. The greatest Rev. Trent Rankin barrier to freedom and liberty in our lives today is not something man has made, it is sin. We are born in sin. When we are in sin it consumes up, draws us deeper in, and ultimately leads to spiritual death. Sin binds us, yet through Jesus Christ we are free. Jesus who knew no sin, bore our sins on the cross. Through His death and resurrection, the bonds of sin have been broken. When we are free in Jesus, we can face whatever this world throws at us, just as Paul and Silas were able to sing and pray in the midst of an uncertain future in prison. As much as we love the freedoms our nation provides, we are truly free in Jesus. Jesus said it best in John 8:36, “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed” (ESV). We are free, not just because of where we live, but because of what Jesus did for us on the cross. Live free today in Jesus. Like Paul and Silas with the jailor, tell others about what Jesus has done for them as well.

Virtual Academy signup Important information for families of students who were virtual for the 2020-2021 school year. If you have not signed up for next year’s Gaston Virtual Academy and you plan for your child to be back in person at Carr Elementary you MUST complete online registration. Students who were enrolled in the Gaston Virtual Academy must now enroll in their home school if parents wish for them to return to in person instruction. Please do this immediately so your child can be enrolled and be placed in a class. Here are the directions for that process: 1. Go to the Gaston County Schools Webpage https://gastonncc.scriborder.com/ 2. Hover over the red tab at the top of the page that reads How to Enroll 3. Click New Student En-

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rollment 4. Select the Start Login button You will either need to create a new account if you’ve never done this before or you can log in on the left side of the screen to update your orig-

inal application for the 20212022 school year. Your child is not currently enrolled at Carr Elementary if you have not followed these steps. The sooner you do this the sooner we can place them in a class for next year.

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Employees Eric Condrey and Rendi Powers enjoying a day at the new Catawba Riverkeeper The Boathouse is a colorful addition on the banks of the South Fork River in McAdenville. Boathouse facility that just opened in McAdenville. Photos by Alan Hodge

RIVERKEEPER From Page 1 The relocation from Charlotte to McAdenville is part of Catawba Riverkeeper’s strategic decision to make its home base along the river. From the new headquarters space, Catawba Riverkeeper will be able to work more efficiently, host more educational programming, and engage the community in its mission to protect local water quality. Creating new revenue streams from fee-based educational programming, field trips, kayak rentals, retail operations, event space rental, and the sale of local craft beer and wine will help sustain the Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation as it enters its next chapter. “We are thrilled to be realizing one the dreams of our founders – to have an ‘onthe-water’ headquarters,” says John Searby, Executive Director of Catawba Riverkeeper. “To have a partner like Pharr who is committed to adaptive reuse of this historical mill and developing McAdenville around our natural resources of the river and trails makes it even better.” Catawba Riverkeeper is grateful to the donors who’ve made this game-changing opportunity possible, especially to Xylem for funding the lab and Duke Energy for funding the 40-person capacity classroom. C.L. Helt and Myers & Chapman are the design and construction leads, respec-

building name will inspire its new tenants to be innovative, creative and original, enabling them to launch new opportunities for growth in McAdenville. In other Catawba Riverkeeper news, the organization has opened its Riverkeeper Boathouse in McAdenville. The Boathouse is at the South Fork River Trail and R.Y McAdam Canoe and Kayak Launch at 115 Willow Drive in McAdenville.

In addition to restrooms, a taproom offering beers from breweries along the Catawba River and an outdoor apparel and gear retail shop, the large building houses temporary offices for the Foundation, which has relocated from Charlotte. At the Boathouse grand opening, Riverkeeper Foundation Executive Director John Searby made comments along with CRF Board Chair Tyler Richardson, Montcross

tively, of the Dynamo 31 development. The project is expected to be completed in fall 2021. About Dynamo 31 The name “Dynamo 31” is an homage to the late 1800s direct current electric generator used to light McAden Mills. In 1884, Colonel RY McAden commissioned Thomas Edison to install a dynamo (his 31st), making McAden Mills the first electrically lit textile mill in the world, according to historian Robert Ragan. Dynamo #31 was in use from 1884 into the 1960s, and is currently on display as part of the permanent Carolinas Textile Exhibit at the Gaston County Museum of Art and History. Bill Carstarphen, CEO of Pharr, says “The name calls to mind the spirit of innovation and competitiveness that will power our community Tim Bettencourt passes Thomasson McKinney a quaff in the into the future. We hope the retail wing of the Boathouse.

Area Chamber President Marc Jordan and Michael Applegate, executive director of the Gaston County Department of Travel & Tourism. Searby also accepted a $1,500 contribution from the Mount Holly and Huntersville Sunrise Rotary Clubs presented by Dana Hicks. Boathouse hours are Thursday and Friday, 4 – 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. The Catawba River-

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Above: The USS O’Bannon. Pictured at left: Rhyne’s WWII medals and ribbons.

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surface engagements, assisted in sinking three cruisers and six destroyers, sinking a submarine, taking part in 21 shore bombardments, and shooting down 13 aircraft. Rhyne took part in it all. Rhyne recalled his time on the O’Bannon. On board, he was a Machinist Mate 1st Class operating the steam turbines that powered the ship. “I was gone for four years and only came home once for a few days,” he said. “We didn’t see land for weeks at a time. We were on the go constantly shelling islands or fighting other ships.” The O’Bannon got around. “After the war I was told we had had crossed the equator 46 times and traveled 300,000 miles,” Rhyne said. Even though he faced danger time and time again during WWII, Rhyne shuns being called a hero. “It was a team effort,” he stresses. “We all tried to do our part.” After the war, Rhyne returned to Mt. Holly and married Ruby Johnson on November 11, 1945. They has two sons Willie E. and Edward J. both of whom also joined the Navy. The Rhynes were married 70 years when Ruby passed away in 2015. On the career front, Rhyne resumed his job at Riverbend and retired from there as a supervisor in 1982. In his retirement Rhyne stayed busy. He and Ruby hit the road. “We traveled all over the U.S., Mexico, and Canada,” he said. “We took several cruises.” To keep his hands busy and use some of the abundant energy he still possesses to a large degree, Rhyne began building grandfather clocks. “I’ve built twenty eight of them from kits,” he said. He also has an interest in stained glass and his home on Walnut St. in Mt. Holly has many of the beautiful pieces he crafted on display. Until re-

cently, Rhyne also raised a large vegetable garden in his back yard every year. Rhyne has not forgotten his fellow veterans and was a member of Gaston County’s WWII Last Man Club. The group not only gave veterans a chance to get together socially, they also attended funerals for local veterans and presented U.S. flags to the family. “I helped fold and present six hundred flags,” Rhyne said. Rhyne credits many things for his

long and rich life especially his faith. He’s a long time member of Mt. Holly’s First United Methodist Church. “I drive myself to church every Sunday,” he said. Talking to Rhyne, it’s obvious that gives him peace. “I know I’m going upstairs,” he said. “The Lord has been good to me.” A final bit of wisdom? “Don’t sit around,” he said. “The rocking chair will get you.”

Rhyne’s WWII U.S. Navy dress uniform (center) is on display at the Mt. Holly Historical Society museum.

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Banner News Fellowship & Faith

Church Directory Parkk SStreet P United Methodist Church Park Street • Belmont, NC

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

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

Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 339 S. Hawthorne St. 704-827-4320

New Covenant United Methodist

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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

416 Woodlawn Ave. 704-824-1745

North Main Baptist Church

Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church

Redemption Hill Church redemptionmountholly.org

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

Revival Tabernacle of Mt. Holly

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Henry’s Chapel Ame Zion Church

455 Sacco St. 704-825-6007

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Loves Chapel Presbyterian Church 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

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

Ebenezer United Methodist Church

503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600

23 N. Central Avenue 704-825-3758

First Foursquare Gospel Church 8 Elizabeth Street 704-825-5811

First Presbyterian Church 102 S. Central Ave 704-825-3357

First Presbyterian-Belmont 112 S. Central Ave 704-829-0668

Sanctuary of Praise Ministries 124 Georgia Belle Ave. 704-579-7823

South Point Baptist Church 124 Horsley Ave. 704-825-9516

South Point Freewill Baptist 297 Gaither Rd. 704-825-8045

South Point United Methodist 510 South Point Church Rd. 704-825-4019

Springwood Freewill Baptist 826 Stanley-Spencer Mtn. Rd. 704-827-7801

St. Marks United Methodist Church

First United Methodist Church of Belmont

701 Secrest Ave. 704-825-8175

807 South Point Road 704-825-2106

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

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

Catawba Heights Church of God CBC-Memorial Apostolic

Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church

First Baptist Church

312 W. Glendale Ave. 704-827-2726

212 South Street 704-825-7269

909 Edgemont Ave 704-825-5346

6325 Wilkinson Blvd. 704-755-5034

Burge Memorial Methodist Church

122 Tomberlin Rd. 704-827-4225

118 School Street 704-827-7071

Exodus Church

704-825-9861

Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist

East Belmont Free Will Baptist

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

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6700 Wilkinson Blvd 704-825-1709

Unity Baptist Church 1005 Catawba St. 704-825-8730

Upper Room United Pentecostal 1405 Armstrong Ford Rd. 704-825-0604

230 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-0968

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

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

River of Life Full Gospel Church

Riverside Baptist Church

West Cramerton United Methodist Church

Shiloh AME Zion Methodist

207 Lowell Ave. 704-824-4213

St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church

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108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676

The Barn at Sandcastle Farm 155 Sandcastle Rd.

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

Tuckaseege Baptist Church

Gateway Cowboy Church

STANLEY Amazing Grace Baptist Church

511 Tuckaseege Rd. 704-827-4301

7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277

Way of the Cross Baptist Church

Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran

238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111

203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621

Wesley Chapel Holiness Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993

Westview Presbyterian Church

Community Pentecostal Center 320 Ralph Handsel Blvd. 704-263-8731

First United Methodist Church

Community Christian Fellowship

1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026

2560 Stanley Lucia Rd. 704-827-5881

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First Presbyterian Church

Bethlehem Church

512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275

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

Cornerstone Family Worship 709 Rankin Ave. 704-671-8640

Covenant United Methodist 110 Underwood Dr. 704-820-0603

Family Worship Center 1013 W. Charlotte Ave. 704-827-7656

Finish Line Christian Center 1792, 108 N. Main St. 704-980-285-8334

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

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

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

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

3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050

Carolina Community Baptist 604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872

Center Baptist Church S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-4121

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Lakeview Baptist Church

192 Main St. 704-824-2740

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

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

Welcome Baptist Church 811 Mauney Rd.

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Miss Mount Holly Anne Marie Hagerty waves to the audience after being named to the top ten of the Miss North Carolina pageant on Saturday, June 26 at the High Point Theatre.

Miss Gastonia Julia DeSerio answers an interview question during the Miss North Carolina preliminary competition on Friday, June 25 at the High Point Theatre.

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politics. She also had an opportunity to share about her “A Higher Purpose” community service program that is designed to provide support for people who have been affected by addiction. “My program is about finding the highest purpose each life has when free from addiction,” explained Hagerty. “I developed a 12week program that focuses on life after recovery. The curriculum covers how to handle job interviews, manage personal relationships, and rebuild various aspects of your life. I have taught the curriculum at a local recovery center, and we have seen progress and success as a result of it.” More than 60 young women across the state competed in the pageant, which was held June 24-26 at the High Point Theatre in downtown High Point. It marked the first time in more than 40 years that the event was held outside of the state capital. Raleigh Memorial Auditorium had been the pageant’s home before the move to High Point, which is referred to as “North Carolina’s International City” because it attracts more than 70,000 visitors from around the world for its home furnishings trade shows in April and October. Gaston County was well represented in the state com-

Miss Mount Holly Anne Marie Hagerty (left) stands with Miss Cleveland Carli Batson (center) and Miss Moore County Karolyn Martin (right) at the conclusion of the Miss North Carolina pageant.

Miss Gaston County’s Outstanding Teen Lexi Foy Miss Gastonia Julia DeSerio sings “Memory” is introduced during the opening of the 2021 Miss during the Miss North Carolina preliminary talNorth Carolina’s Outstanding Teen pageant on Sat- ent competition. urday, June 26 at the High Point Theatre. Photos by Todd Hagans

petition. Miss Gastonia Julia DeSerio placed in the top 10, and Miss Gastonia’s Outstanding Teen Keelie Jones won the preliminary evening wear/on-stage question competition and finished as the third runnerup in the teen division. Other contestants with ties to the Gaston area include Miss Gaston County Mariana Linares; Lexi Foy, Miss Gaston County’s Outstanding Teen and a recent graduate of Stuart W. Cramer High School; Sophia Kellstrom of Kings Mountain, a former Miss Gastonia who competed this year as Miss Mecklenburg County; and Belmont’s Maddy Wilson, who competed as Miss Charlotte. DeSerio, 24, said competing in the pageant gave her the chance to become a local celebrity, make connections in the community, and promote the importance of the fine arts. “Being able to represent the Gastonia community has been so special,” said DeSerio, who sang “Memory” in Italian for the talent competition. “In addition to winning scholarship money, being in the spotlight, and having the opportunity to compete for Miss North Carolina, I have grown as a person and gained so much through this experience. It really has changed my life.” Gaston’s five pageant winners have had an extended reign because of the pandemic. DeSerio, Jones,

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Linares, and Foy won their crown in November 2019, and Hagerty was crowned Miss Mount Holly in February 2020. When last year’s state pageant was postponed and later canceled, the young women agreed to keep their title for another year. Although competing at Miss North Carolina technically marked the end of their reign, they have the option to continue making public appearances until their successor is crowned. Delores Cox, executive director of the Miss Gastonia Scholarship Association, said she is “extremely proud” of what Hagerty, DeSerio, Linares, Jones, and Foy accomplished at the state pageant and during their two-year stint as titleholders. She praised them for their hard work, commitment, and perseverance as they upheld their pageant responsibilities while navigating the pandemic. “To have the young women representing your program win awards and scholarships is wonderful,” said Cox. “You sit there in the auditorium and beam with pride when they get recognition in front of a statewide audience. It brings positive attention to our program and our community.” Organizers of the annual Miss Gastonia/Miss Gaston County/Miss Mount Holly competition are turning their attention toward planning the next pageant, which will likely be held in January 2022. Young women ages

13-25 who live, work, or attend college in Gaston and surrounding counties may

Miss Gaston County Mariana Linares performs a jazz dance to “River Deep, Mountain High” during the Miss North Carolina preliminary talent competition.

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Miss Mount Holly Anne Marie Hagerty plays the piano during Miss Gaston County Mariana Linthe Miss North Carolina pageant. ares models.

Miss Gastonia’s Outstanding Teen Keelie Jones receives flowers and a plaque after being announced as the third runner-up during the Miss North Carolina’s Outstanding Teen pageant on Saturday, June 26 at the High Point Theatre.

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Nick and Kristen Thomas are from Pennsylvania. So is the dog Luna.

Sam, Max, and baby Merrill Bivens made the scene. Connie and Mac Carnes cooling it.

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Jessica, Hope, and Kyle Mitchell drove in from Alexis.

Standing: Graham Sprinkles & Whitney Varna- Larry Patterson and Randy Chavis chilling. Pat and Mickey Spargo had a great time. dore. Seated: Sandy Sprinkles, Julie Sprinkles, Charlie and Dot Martin had a ringside seat to the fun. baby Adley Sprinkles, and Tommy Rumfelt.

Red, White, and Belmont was a blast! The City of Belmont held its July 4th Red, White, and Belmont event last Saturday. A huge crowd turned out for all the festivities. Photos by Alan Hodge

The Maynor, Varnadore, and Griffin families.

Ed & Linda Peters with Diana, Eva, Audrey, and Ivy Obisesan.

Lloyd and Mille Williams came in from Stanley.

These folks traveled from Shelby.

South Main Street was packed.

Dancing on S. Main.

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Christie Batchelor, Mook Moore, and Miriam Shick tailgating.

The Mt. Holly Parks and Rec. crew.

Garrie Brinkley and daughter Shannon just in from Berlin.

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MHPD officers Bell and Calhoun and Donna Rogers.

City of Mt. Holly July 4th festivities... The City of Mt. Holly held its July 4th event on July 2nd. Heavy masses of folks came out for the fun and fireworks and to celebrate freedom and the right of non-Covid restrictions liberty.

These folks were having a food truck pizza.

Christie Walsh, Bonnie Coburn, and Bonnie Brown.

Brittan and Sharron Payton.

These ladies performed an impromptu floor show.

Dad Danny and baby Brady Lappin.

Mark Lippard on his sky high unicycle. Photos by Alan Hodge Jeff, Emerson, and Julie Nelms.

Christy Osborne handing out refreshments.

Cali, Laney, and Laxton were ready for the fireworks.

Coming up Brass provided the tunes.

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Town of Stanley July 4th Celebration scenes The Town of Stanley held its July 4th event Friday night at Harper Park. Folks flocked in for the fun and fireworks. Here are some scenes from the festive event. Photos by Bill Ward

The Jenkins family joined in the July 4th jamboree.

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Jane Armstrong, Cindy Murks, and Patti Hesington having fun.

Rep. John Torbett, Phillip McGinnis and daughter Olivia enjoying the scene.

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Mt. Holly council approves FY2021-2022 budget By Alan Hodge alan@cfmedia.info

The Mt. Holly city council has approved the municipality’s FY2021-2022 budget and submitted it to the state. Here are the particulars. Overall Budget Tax rate will remain the same at $0.485 per $100 of value. Water and sewer rate will enter into Year 3 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 pro-

posed Fee Schedule. The current proposed budget includes a salary study and a COLA tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for employees not affected by the salary study. 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 19% increase and the City will change to a new provider, Cigna. Liability Insurance will increase approximately 10%, which includes General Li-

ability, Buildings, Automobile, Crime, Workers Compensation and Cyber. Mandatory retirement contribution to the North Carolina retirement system (ORBIT) has increased to 11.41% (10.15% in FY 2021) for regular employees and an increase to 12.04% (10.9% in FY 20-21) for Law Enforcement Officers. No new positions are funded. 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. This totals

$106,900.00 The overall budget increased from $19,856,515 in FY 20-21 to $24,060,938 for FY 21-22 equaling 17.47% but in comparison to FY 19-20 it only equals 7.46% of amended budget but 5.47% less that adopted FY 19-20 budget. No Unassigned Fund Balance was used to balance the General Fund budget. General Fund Total General Fund $14,626,149, or 12.00% increase from last Fiscal Year. Factors that are contributing to this increase are mainly property taxes and sales and use tax; we re-

duced these last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Council 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). Election Expense increased due to Bond Referendum. Historical Society budget funded at $2,000. Administration Operational expenses only. $127,159.00 Capital. 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. 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. See BUDGET, Page 13

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Gastonia Braves complete regular season - await play-offs By Art Shoemaker

game away by posting a three spot in the sixth inning. Grayson Guy pitched a strong four innings for the Braves in picking up the win. Marshall Witherall was very effective in his three innings of relief. Parker Agosta and Liam Brady each collected two hits for the Braves. Last Monday the Braves traveled to Charlotte to face Mint Hill. The G-Braves lost a high scoring affair to Mint

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Hill by a final score of 9-8. Mint Hill put the game away by scoring four runs in the sixth inning. Wyatt Tripplett started on the mound for the Braves and worked two innings. He was followed by Jake Bidoglio, Grayson Thomas, and Riley Hawkins. Grayson Guy and Caleb Burr each collected two hits for the Braves. Mint Hill traveled to South Point last Tuesday to play the Braves for a second time. This game produced strong pitching by both teams as Mint Hill was victorious by a 3-2 final score. Ethan Simmons pitched into the fourth inning for the Braves. Simmons was very effective early but ran into control problems in the fourth. Liam Brady finished the game for the Braves and looked good in his almost three innings on the rubber.

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enough to win throwing six strong innings but the Braves came up short in the opening game loss. Grayson Guy, Jackson Risk, Caleb Burr and Riley Hawkins each had one hit in the game. In the second game the Braves scored a remarkable comeback win. Trailing 5-2 going into the final inning the Braves erupted with a four spot to pull out a 6-5 win. Jackson Risk, a two sport star at South Point who is headed to Belmont Abbey to continue his athletic career, was the star of the game. Risk laced a double plaiting three Braves scores in this dramatic comeback victory. Jake Bidoglio, another South Pointer opened the game on the hill and pitched

well. Grayson Thomas came on in relief and was outstanding in his four innings of work. Thomas picked up the win in relief. Liam Brady led the Braves with two hits. Wyatt Triplett, who has played outstanding baseball all summer, launched a home run in the fifth frame for the Braves. The G-Braves finished the regular season with a win-loss record of 6-6. And now await their opponent at the playoffs which began on July 4th. Coach Tim Brown stated that the Braves have played hard all season and the entire team has displayed a team ball first attitude in every game. Most of the regular season losses were decided by a run or two.

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crease over last Fiscal Year. Factors that are contributing to this increase are the 3rd year rate study increase and an increase in Stormwater fee. Utility Administration Professional 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 and force main preliminary engineering evaluation, $10,000 for surveying, $8,000 for AutoCAD Services and $50,000 for various shared services. 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. 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. Water Downtown Water Distribution Design $150,000, Sandy Ford Water Line loop $50,000, aerial Structural Design $50,000, Water replacement/Upgrade Program $1,200,000, Lagoon Dredging $215,000, Generator/Auto Transfer Switch $75,000. Waste Water Treatment Contract Services is budgeted at $455,000, in which $200,000 of this line item is land application of sludge. No capital items are budgeted. Field Services Maintenance, repair and replacement of water and sewer lines is budgeted at $540,000. Capital – Pull behind compressor $22,000, Combination Jet-Vac Truck $413,000, 4WD Truck $33,000. Also, for sewer system improvements which includes downtown sewer lining at $200,000. Stormwater Projected to receive $339,000 through collection fee. Yearly expenditures to equal revenue, so in essence, no Unassigned Fund Balance implications. New vehicle $20,000.

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Tree City budget line funded at $7,500 for Grounds Maintenance. Phase I 273 Landscaping was budgeted at $54,700. Police Capital includes the purchase of 2 handheld radios at $9,827, (4) vehicles & Equipment $161,000, (3) new car camera systems $17,075, and (4) mobile Car Radios $16,000. Fire Capital includes replacing the large diameter hose $5,000, and parking lot sealcoat & markings $12,500. Garage Normal operations increase. Streets and Solid Waste Capital Automated Garbage Truck $330,000, Dump Truck $140,000, and (2) replacement trucks $70,000. Community Development Normal operations increase. No Capital Items (all were Powell Bill). Parks and Recreation Capital is funded with the ABC Fund Balance proceeds $621,000. Enterprise Fund Total Enterprise Fund $9,434,789, or 25.67% in-

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CURRENTLY SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE Mechanic and a PartTime Automotive Parts Runner. Valid driver’s license required and your own tools. Position would be good for someone retired. 704-4829789. NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. (704) 473-0341 SHELBY CAREGIVER Parttime 2 Saturdays a month 10 am to 2 pm. Non smoker, good driver with car. Spend time with learning disabled adult female. Socialize, shop, lunch, sightsee. $12 an hour. Leave message at 828-8948356.

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HANDYMAN SERVICES. NOW IS THE TIME for all your pressure washing needs. Offering: mulching, trees and bushes trimmed, clean ﬂower beds, minor repairs, decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available. We will show up and do the job. Call us ﬁrst, 704-692-4449. ROB’S LAWN CARE. I do lawns in the Shelby Area. Reasonable Rates! Call 704-4875065 or (704) 297-0325 TRIPLE D PAINTING LLC. All your painting needs, free estimates, over 25 yrs experience! Framing, facial boards and much more wood work available! Making your home, building or business look new again. (704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer 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. 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.

RESTAURANT FOR SALE OR LEASE. Set-up for Bar, 3 TVs, seating for 60, furnished w/ equipment, coolers/freezers, grill/fryers. Some Financing Available. 828-287-8668.

BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME REMODELING. Interior and exterior remodeling. Tile, decks, ﬂooring, we do it all! Call Charlie today for your free estimate! (828) 244-7087 charliejohnston32@gmail.com HANDYMAN: REMODEL, RESTORATION AND RENOVATION. Interior and Exterior Painting. Apex. Call Michael, 828-748-5740.

NOW HIRING Rooﬁng Laborer. Call 704-477-0516. HELP WANTED FULL-TIME DELIVERY DRIVER. Farmers HOME Furniture – Forest City, NC. In need of a full-time delivery driver. This position includes loading and unloading of merchandise off a truck. Assembling merchandise. Assisting customers in loading merchandise. Delivering merchandise into customers homes. Warehouse maintenance. Must be 21 years old, have a valid drivers license, and be able to lift and maneuver heavy furniture. Farmers HOME Furniture is an employee owned company based out of Dublin, GA with over 250 stores across the southeast! Needs: Full-Time – 40 Hours A Week With Beneﬁts Valid Drivers License With A Clean Driving Record. (CDL NOT REQUIRED) Must Be 21 Years Old. Contact: Mary Terry Store Manager – 828-247-6595. 226 West Main St, Forest City, NC 28043. Applications can be submitted online at www.farmershomefurniture.com or at www.indeed.com

BUSINESS SERVICES

ROOFING, SIDING, GUTTERS, LEAF GUARDS. Tim’s Roof Contractors is your local professional on all types of shingle roofing, metal roofing, Flat roofing and we install all styles and colors of vinyl siding, soffits, fascia trim and aluminum wrap. We are highly rated on Google 4.9 stars with 135 reviews/ BBB accredited with an A+ rating/ Background checked plus Owens Corning Preferred Contractors status. We offer Free Quotes / Roofing repairs and replacement services. Call us to talk to the local pro for services in Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln and Rutherford Counties. Call us today 980-522-5606 or contact us through our website timsroof.com. We would like to earn your business. (980) 522-5606 sales@ timsroof.com

TIMBER & GRADING. BUYING STANDING TIMBER, 10 ACRES OR MORE. Land clearing, Culverts, Driveways, Sediment control. 828-289-0742. RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR AVAILABLE for small job repairs and ﬁxes. Deck repair a specialty. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Bob, 828-476-6058. SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587

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CLEVELAND COUNTY

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.

PIANO AND FURNITURE. Free. You haul. Moving, must get rid of furniture. Westbrook Console Piano, 5 pc. dining room set, bdrm. set, couch, desks. Shelby area. 704-4841077.

50+ TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW. More on the way! Areas largest selection, quality, best price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. 828-980-0881.

MOVING SALE Sat. July 17th, 8am until. Clothing, household items, collectibles, ﬂoral arrangements, misc. 1525 Stony Point Road, Shelby, NC 28150 MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., July 10th, 7am-12pm. Lots of great ﬁnds! 3877 Polkville Road, Shelby Shelby, NC 28150 CHURCH FUNDRAISER Sat. July 10th, 8am-3pm. Lots of stuff. Calvary Tabernacle, 541 Crocker Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

GASTON COUNTY BIG YARD SALE Sat., July 10th, 8 AM-1 PM. Household items, Furniture and Clothes. 879 Mary’s Grove Road. Cherryville, NC 28021

FOR SALE PRICE REDUCED, 2 GRAVES AT CLEVELAND MEMORIALPARK. Near bell tower, choice spots. $1000 each. 2 crypts $2000 ea. (704) 482-4617 FORD MOTORS AND TRANSMISSIONS. 2.3, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.4, starting at $200. Call 828287-3820. SANSABELT JEANS. Never been cuffed, 36 long, NEW, 4 pairs. 828-286-4599. 16X40 OR TWO STORY BUILDINGS BUILT ON SITE. 1 DAY INSTALL. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895. 1 DAY ONLY! SAT 7/3/21. Store Consolidation Sale. Includes ﬁxtures, shelving, registers, coolers, and miscellaneous items. Doors open at 10am. 2772 E. Cherokee Street, Blacksburg, SC 29702. 1 BIG OVER-STOVE MICROWAVE. ALSO 1 SMALL MICROWAVE. Call for info. (704) 473-5771 TABLE SAW $60. Belt and Disc Sander $70, 10 speed Free Spirited Men’s Schwin bicycle $60. (704) 482-2912 CANNING JARS $4 DOZ. Motorcycle $1800. Tool & dye tools $1500. Few antiques. (704) 750-4133 ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Zero down. Call for more details. 828-382-0455.

ENCLOSED TRAILER IN STOCK. Dump trailers in stock and more on the way! J. Johnson Sales, Inc., 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. 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. 10” RADIAL ARM SAW, 6” Jointer, 36” Wood Lathe, $600 for all. Acetylene tanks and torch, $350. 828-245-7708. FLAG POLES, FLAGS IN STOCK. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. Call 828-245-5895. UTILITY BUILDINGS, STORAGE BUILDINGS. Steel, Wood, Vinyl. Some fully insulated, 1 to 2 day delivery if buy from stock. Cash or low down payment with monthly payments. No credit ok. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828245-5895. 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

LTX384 JOHN DEERE 4 wheel steering, 23HP, like new. $3500. (704) 538-1152 2 GRAVES AT CLEVELAND MEMORIAL PARK. Near bell tower, choice spots. $2000 each. 2 crypts $5000 ea. (704) 482-4617 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 CABRIOLET VW. Best Offer! Parts only. Does not run. Call (704) 300-1818 1999 DODGE 1500. $800. I have ‘99 Dodge pickup, been wrecked, has some good body parts, has good 360 engine and new radiator. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net 5-SHELF PULASKI LIGHTED CURIO CABINET, $195.00. Grained oak and glass. Plate glass shelves easily lift out for cleaning. Entire back of cabinet is a mirror. Lighted interior. Single door with double beveled glass panels. Excellent condition. 80”H x 28”W x 15”D. 160 lb. plkohl@gmail.com FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Long wheelbase load, Full loaded. $70.00/load. Delivered. 864492-4793 or 803-627-9408. CASH FOR YOUR RECORD ALBUMS. Call Ron (919) 3147579 “COVETED VETERANS CIRCLE” In Gaston Memorial Park. Three Burial Plots For Sale. Will Sell Together or Individually. Price Negotiable. (919) 272-5503 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. 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.

LOST & FOUND PRESIDENT TRUMP IS BACK! Magnets for your Fridge, Coins, Buttons, Flags, Hats, Mini Hoops, Great Selection, more! TrumpShops@mail. com REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443 55 GALLON PLASTIC BARRELS with LIDS & RINGS $20 Ea. Food Grade Water Totes $100. Burning Barrels & Plastic Open Top $10. Call Jeff (828) 327-4782

MARY JANE HIPP LOOKING FOR Peggy Dimsdale and Ileene McMurry and picture of Bryce Clemmer for Rutherford County Woodworkers Album. Call 828-447-1314.

WANT TO BUY WE BUY JUNK VEHICLES. WE PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR VEHICLES RUNNING OR NOT, MUST HAVE A TITLE OR ID. (704) 487-5244 CRESTMIDDLE@AOL . COM

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WANT TO BUY

FARM & GARDEN

CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228

WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 CASH FOR YOUR RECORD ALBUMS. Call Ron. (919) 3147579 DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-289-3081 or Jimmy 828289-1175. WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.

FARM & GARDEN 4X5 ROUND BALES FESCUE HAY. $35 per Bale OBO. (704) 215-0214 NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,250. 828-287-3272. FEMALE GOLDEN COMETS 12 wk old Golden Comet Pullets. These calm and curious chicks will soon be proliﬁc layers of brown eggs. Currently housed with our adult layers, they free range every evening. $15 each. One free with purchase of 10. Email or call and leave a message. (704) 7397806 ldb157722@gmail.com

CARS & TRUCKS

MINIATURE POODLE PUPPIES. 10 lbs when grown. $1000. Vet checked. (828) 2898844

WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, PopUp Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935.

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

PETS & LIVESTOCK

DOG KENNELS. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 20x20 tops, split kennels. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. 828245-5895. YANMAR 2210 TRACTOR 2WD, 22hp diesel, 12 Forwards, 4 Reverses, with shuttle shift. Rebuilt head with new gasket. New water pump and hoses. 4 new tires, rear tires ﬁlled with antifreeze, and wheel spacers. New radiator and new starter. Oil and ﬁlter changed, with new antifreeze. Looks new. Ready to work! Excellent condition! $4750 OBO. (704) 718-9122 LAWNMOWER FOR SALE. 54” commercial circle turn John Deere. New belts, battery, PTO, sharp blades. Great mower. Asking $3,500 OBO. Michael, 828-395-3847.

BOATS 22 FT PONTOON FISHING BOAT. 50 HP motor, $5,000. 828-223-8808. 2 MAN BASS TRACKER. 2 seats and trolling motor, $750. 704-351-9084.

PETS & LIVESTOCK LAYING HENS FOR SALE $12.00 each. Lawndale area. 704-472-9481, leave a message. FULL BLOODED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. Females only! $200. Call 704-418-7420, (704) 718-3827

HOSTA PLANTS For Sale. Several hundreds - Yellow Bells, Iris in buckets, Day Lilies in buckets, Trees. 828-2450245.

FREE TO A GOOD HOME, 4 year old black Lab mix. She is crate trained and needs a place to run. (704) 477-0839

HORSE PASTURE FOR RENT 13 acres with water in South Shelby. 704-472-5844 or 704473-2119.

AKC BOXER PUPPIES. 1 male boxer puppy, 1 female boxer puppy. (704) 853-9300 brendarjackson75@gmail.com

2000 CHEVROLET VENTURE 2000 Chevy Venture van. 190k original miles. Same owner since 2001. Runs well, new battery. Needs some tlc. Asking $1050. 704-477-7787

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS CKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPY. This little girl is looking for her forever family. Born April 25th, she is vet checked and ready to go. Asking $600. (704) 734-7088 joelovestina1@ gmail.com

CHICKENS FOR SALE. Laying Hens, Roosters and Pullets for sale. Call 704-974-6219

CARS & TRUCKS 1996 FORD F-150 142,000 miles. Runs good, has bedliner & tool box. $1800. After 5pm call or text. (980) 320-6484 2011 BUICK ENCLAVE CXL-1. Silver, V6 Auto, 3rd Row Seat, Sunroof and Moonroof, Leather, 196,000 miles, Rebuilt Motor, DVD Player, Chrome Wheels, $7900. Call (704) 300-1818

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RUTHERFORD COUNTY MOUNTAIN TOP. Yellowtop Estates, Big Rock Road, Bostic, N.C. $63,500 Possible Owner Financing. 1.95 Acres; Gated Community, Paved Roads, View Blue Ridge - Midway of Ashville/ Charlotte. For Sale by Owner: 850-893-1697, Tallahassee, FL 32309 williaj12@ yahoo.com 1/2 ACRE LOT UNRESTRICTED!! Near TIEC, $20,000. Call 864-909-1035 or visit: www. rowelland.com

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CKC GOLDENDOODLES. 6 ckc goldendoodles taking deposits now! Both parents on site. Will be ready to go home ﬁrst week of Aug. $300 deposit, total $1800 (704) 349-8005

(3) MALE BICHON-FRISE PUPPIES. All white, pure bred, 12 weeks old, had all shots & worming by vet. 828-289-1306.

REAL ESTATE POLK COUNTY, SUNNYVIEW, NC. FOR SALE BY OWNER. Convenient location, 8 acre Restricted Estate Lot. Owner Finance Available. Call 828-429-3287.

1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA Runs good. Needs new windshield and tires. $1,500.00. 704-481-9208.

BLUE TICK BEAGLE PUPPIES for sale. Now taking deposits. Will be ready July 7th. First shots and dewormed. 704692-6787.

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MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417 NEW 2021 SUZUKI DR 650 DUAL SPORT MOTORCYCLE. Asking $5750. Mint condition, warranty transferable. Call 864-279-7840. Inman, SC.

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 OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT. 2 bedroom with sleeper sofa, WiFi, golf cart. Weeks & weekends available. 704-473-1494.

REAL ESTATE CLEVELAND COUNTY 32.6 ACRES ON HULL ROAD Northern Cleveland County. Small stream. $3400 per acre. 704-473-2897, (704) 538-9979

The Gaston County Senior Center at Dallas Park has an exciting lineup of events planned for the month of July. Take a look at all the offerings!

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 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, (704) 482-7723 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259.

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, (704) 487-6354

RUTHERFORD COUNTY OAKLAND ROAD, 2BR BRICK APARTMENT. All electric. Appliances, water, sewer, and garbage furnished. $550 + deposit and references. 828-248-1776. 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $500 per month. 828-382-0475.

READ ABOUT Park Hop IT IN THE CLASSIFIEDS Scavenger Hunt... Mount Holly Parks & Recreation is happy to be involved with Gaston County’s Park Hop Scavenger Hunt again this year. Park Hop is a fun and exciting way for people to explore parks within Gaston County while being physically active. The website for more information is www. gastongov.com/parkhop. From the website, you can CLASSIFIEDS .com register for Park Hop, downGO TO : load a paper passport, and www.carolinaclassiﬁ eds.com submit clues.

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Summer Out Loud challenge The YMCA’s free threeweek Summer Out Loud Challenge, presented locally by Atrium Health, launches July 12. Opt-in to the free challenge today by texting SUMMER to 877-799-6220 and be entered to win a one-year household membership to the Gaston County Family YMCA and the national grand prize of a family vacation of your choice (up to $5,000 value). After opting-in via text, follow the prompts to register for the challenge. You will receive three texts a week filled with motivation, workouts, and family fun activities to try throughout the challenge. Participating in the Summer Out Loud Challenge will also let you attend select Gaston County Family YMCA classes and activities throughout the challenge. Visit any Gaston County Family YMCA location to pick up your Summer Out

Loud passport filled with creative ideas and activities to do together with your family this July. To be eligible for the grand prizes, you must opt-in to the challenge and complete and return the passport to your local Y by Wednesday, August 4. The grand prize winner will be announced on Friday, August 13. “Kids and parents are eager to get out of the house and enjoy some of their most cherished summertime traditions and activities, said Sharon Padgett, Gaston County Family YMCA. “With sunny days finally in the forecast, we encourage families to participate in this free challenge to rediscover sunshine, optimism, and what it means to live Summer Out Loud!” Visit the website gastonymca.org, to learn more about the free challenge and to review the rules and regulations.

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UPCOMING RESEARCH STUDY

DO YOU HAVE DRY, UNCOMFORTABLE EYES?

Join our upcoming dry eye research study and if you qualify and complete all visits, you may be compensated up to $600 for your time. Dry Eye Disease is a very real medical condition that affects nearly 60 million Americans. The doctors of CORE, Inc. are working hard to find better treatment options for people with dry eye. Starting soon, our doctors will be conducting a new research study to evaluate how effective an investigational eyedrop is at relieving dry eye symptoms. If you have dry, uncomfortable eyes, we invite you to participate. The study involves 3 office visits over the course of approximately 1 month. If you qualify for the study and complete these office visits, you may be compensated up to $600 for your time. Please contact our office for more information and to schedule an appointment.

501-322-0505 Study Location: CORE, Inc. 222 N. Lafayette St. Suite 23 Shelby, NC 28150