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Cherryville’s Haynes works with Hospice helping veterans heal Retired Cherryville Fire department Driver/Engineer Barry “Heavy B” Heavner (fifth from left, holding helmet and award), with some of his CFD family. From left to right are: CFD Fire Chief Jeff Cash, firefighter Trent “Bam Bam” Rayfield, Driver/Engineer Colby Heffner, CFD Assistant Chief Jason Wofford, Heavner, Capt. Chris “Pudge” Cash, and “Capt. Kurt Black. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

“Heavy B” hangs up his (fire) helmet after 31 years with the CFD Barry Heavner decides it’s time to step down and let new blood lend the community a hand by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Since 1990, Barry Heavner has worked at the job he has

loved so well and for so long; first as a volunteer, then later, starting in 1993, as a full-time employee. After all, 31 years of being constantly on call can have a tendency to wear a person out, no matter how tough they are. Oh, that job? Barry, or “Heavy B”, as he is known to his friends and

colleagues, is – or rather was – a Cherryville firefighter. You have no doubt seen Barry and his fellow smoke eaters; they’re the guys who rush into a burning building when everyone else is rushing out. Talk about guts! Talk about… well, talk about utmost professionalism; utmost care; and, perhaps more than See CFD, Page 6 & 7

Haynes distributes Shelby Middle School football players letters to Hospice of Cleveland County’s veteran patients by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Cherryville native Krista Haynes, loves what she does, especially when it comes to young people stepping up and performing acts of kindness to hospice patients. As the Hospice Cleveland County Patient/Family Volunteer Coordinator, Haynes recently got to see first-hand a group of teens doing an act of great kindness last month. Haynes said she spoke to the Shelby Middle School Football Team about Hospice Volunteer Opportunities including the organization’s “We Honor Veterans Program”. The idea was the brainchild of their coach, Justin Bowden, she noted. Haynes said the team wrote letters to Hospice patients who served in the mil-

Cherryville native, Krista Haynes, is the Hospice Cleveland County Patient/Family Volunteer Coordinator. Here she is shown with examples of the letters written to patients who are veterans as part of their “We Honor Veterans Program”. (photo by MEP/CF Media) itary to thank them for their service. In the letters, the kid’s thanked the veterans for their service, saying they had a relative who served and made-

them proud of their country and their families. “Thank you for your sacrifice,” wrote one girl, while others said they were praying See HAYNES, Page 3

Local author’s first book a Number One bestseller “Quarks of Light” (2021/ Ignite Press/Fresno, CA), is that last type of experience and better describes why he wrote the small, 235-page tome. The back cover calls

the book a “self-discovery and spiritual awakening.” You see, Mr. Gentile, the son of Italian immigrants and a steel industry See AUTHOR, Page 2

Kintegra nurses and volunteers help move recipients of the Moderna vaccine through the line at the Feb. 27 COVID-19 event, held at the Cherryville Fire Department. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

440 vaccinated at Feb. 27 COVID-19 vaccination event

Local author Rob Gentile with a copy of his first book, “Quarks of Light”. (photo provided)

“Quarks of Light” about his own near death experience

All who came received their first dose of the Moderna vaccine’s two-injection regimen

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

It takes a lot to inspire someone to write a book. It could be anything from just simply wanting to tell a story or see your name in print. For others, it’s something much more personal; say a personal tragedy or a life- or soul-changing experience. Local author Rob A. Gentile’s just-released book,

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

At halftime, at the Friday night, March 5, home football game between CHS and Pine Lake Prep, Miss Riley Huffman was crowned 2020 Homecoming Queen by the 2019 Homecoming Queen, Miss Gracie Jackson. Miss Huffman is the daughter of Brandon and Jodi Huffman, and was escorted by Gavin Cease. Riley is the editor of the CHS yearbook; is a threetime member of the CHS Lady Ironmen Golf team and a former vice-president of the Interact Club. Gifts were presented to Miss Huffman by the Senior Class representatives. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

Four hundred, forty-six people received the first of their two-injection Moderna COVID-19 vaccine regimen Saturday, Feb. 27, at the Cherryville Fire Department. Chief Jeff Cash said this COVID vaccination event was the first round of vaccinations for the people that came that Saturday. “We utilized the Moderna vaccine which requires two shots,” he said.

Originally slated to take place in January, Chief Cash said two previous delays in getting the vaccine out were not due to the weather in our area, as some had speculated. “The delays were not due to weather here in our area. The delays were from the mid-west and northeast which prohibited the vaccines getting to North Carolina. Once the vaccines were back to being shipped, (the state) dispersed the vaccine to all 100 counties.” Many helped CFD and others at the vaccination event, said Chief Cash, who noted that in addition to CFD and Kintegra, whose nurses actually administered the doses, the Cherryville Police

Department and volunteers from the City of Cherryville, from Carolina Federal Credit Union, and GEMS took part in seeing the job was completed in a timely and efficient manner. In addition to the 446 doses administered (their original goal was 450), Chief Cash noted they had four doses leftover, which went back into Kintegra’s reserves. “We experienced a handful of cancellations, but were able to pull people from our standby list; however, some people could not attend on short notice,” said the Chief. As for the second shot, Chief Cash said it will be given out Saturday, March See 440, Page 10

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■ OBITUARIES

■ POLICE

Sandra Queen Mossman

Rev. Gary Huntsinger

Hubert Paul Seagle, Sr.

Terry Yount

WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. – Sandra Taylor Queen Mossman, 59, of West Columbia, S.C., passed away Friday, March 5, 2021. She was born Sept. 8, 1961 in Gaston County, N.C., to Paul G. Taylor, Sr., and Lynette Homesley Taylor. Sandra enjoyed being with the people she loved, especially her family. Her greatest joy was her son, Matthew, whom she loved more than life itself. As if that was not enough, along came Caleb Grayson Queen and that brought life, and joy into her heart that she didn’t know she had! She hopes they never forget they were her sunshines. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Charles Lester and Velma Taylor; and maternal grandparents, James Thaddeus and Themla Homesley, all of Cherryville, N.C. Survivors include, along with her loving parents, her loving and faithful husband of 15 years, Mike E. Mossman, of West Columbia, S.C.; son, Matthew T. Queen (Leslie Queen); grandson, Caleb G. Queen, all of Summerville, S.C.; siblings, Melinda Phillips (Randy) of Lexington, S.C., Paula T. Homesley of Columbia, S.C., Bo Taylor (Elizabeth) of Durham, N.C., Eugenia T. Beam, Edwina T. Aaron (Alton) all of Columbia, S.C.; nine (9) nieces and nephews: Brandon Parris (Lori Smith), Natalie Becknell (Jared), Christopher Parris (Emily), Julie Beam, Jenny Kinard (Tom), Amanda Warren (Will), Jackie Aubert (Danny), Tripp Taylor, Lane Howard (Tim); and nine (9) great-nieces and nephews; aunt, Ann Leatherman (Carl) of Cherryville, N.C.; and uncle, Harold Homesley (Barbara) of Pinehurst, N.C. Sandra would like to say ‘thank you’ to the many wonderful friends she was blessed to make throughout her lifetime. Each of you held a special place in her heart. Sandra would also like to say ‘thank you’ to her extended family at Robertson Optical, where Sandra was happily employed for 12 years. A funeral service was held Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at 2 p.m., at First Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Vince Hefner officiating. Burial followed at City Memorial Cemetery. The family receive friends from 1 to 1:45 p.m., prior to the service at the church. Social distancing and face coverings were required. Memorials welcome for First Baptist Church – Handy Man Ministry, 301 E. First St., Cherryville, NC, 28021. Condolences may be made to www.carpentersfuneralhome.net. Carpenter – Porter Funeral & Cremation Services served the family of Mrs. Mossman.

WACO – Rev. Gary Kent Huntsinger, 80, of Fontana Ln., went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 1, 2021 while at Wendover Hospice. He was born April 2, 1940, in Gaston County. Rev. Huntsinger was a veteran of the United States Army. He attended Fruitland Baptist Bible College. He also attended Luther Rice Seminary where he earned his Doctorate of Divinity. Rev. Huntsinger pastored five churches, including Rock Springs Baptist – Blacksburg, SC; Beulah Baptist – Vale; Shady Brook Baptist – Charlotte; Pisgah Baptist – Casar; and Walker’s Chapel Baptist Church – Morganton. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lorene Self Humphries; stepfather, Marion Humphries; father, Nesbit Huntsinger; and brothers, Ronald Humphries, and Hans Huntsinger. Left to cherish his memory are his devoted wife of 62 years, Mary Frances Canipe Huntsinger; son, Rev. Wade Hampton Huntsinger (T.C.); daughter, Cathy Rebecca Dwyer (Sean); sister, Judy Davis (Ronald); grandchildren, Trent Whitley (Kelli), Matt Whitley (Nora), Bethany Whitley Helms (Dallas), Christie Drozdowski (David), and Chad Hampton Huntsinger (Samme); and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, March 5, 2021 at Waco Baptist Church with Rev. Wade Huntsinger and Rev. Jerry Lail officiating. His family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m., prior to the service at the church. Face coverings and social distancing will be required. Interment will follow at Capernaum Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Cleveland Hospice, 951 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC, 28150. Condolences may be made to www.carpentersfuneralhome.net. Carpenter – Porter Funeral & Cremation Services is serving the family of Rev. Huntsinger.

CHERRYVILLE – Mr. Hubert Paul Seagle, Sr., 74, passed away on Friday, March 5, 2021 at his residence. Paul was born on May 27, 1946 in Gaston County, NC, a son of the late Russell Jefferson Seagle and Viola Mauney Seagle. He was retired from the City of Cherryville working in the Water and Sewer Department, as a meter reader and Secretary of the Safety Committee. Paul was a member of Shady Grove Baptist Church in Cherryville and also Clover Hill United Methodist Church in Casar. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Brackett Seagle; a grandson, Ryan Troy Seagle; two sisters, Ava Lorene Upton and Ruby Wright; and two brothers, Walter “Lee” Seagle and John David “J.D.” Seagle. Survivors include a son, Hubert Paul Seagle, Jr. (Missy), of Alabama; two daughters, Lisa Roach (Ernie) and Paula Quinn (Michael), both of Cherryville; a sister, Mary Lou Brittain of Sebring, Florida; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Visitation was held on Monday, March 8, 2021 from 10 to 10:45 a.m., at Shady Grove Baptist Church Family Life Center. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m., on Monday, March 8, 2021 at Shady Grove Baptist Church Family Life Center with Pastor Dale Hendricks officiating. Burial was at Clover Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery in Casar. Memorials may be made to Shady Grove Baptist Church, 3240 Tryon Courthouse Rd., Cherryville, NC, 28021, or to Clover Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Myron Edwards, 839 Oak Grove Clover Hill Church Rd., Lawndale, NC, 28090. A guest register is available at www.stameycherryvillefuneralhome.com. Stamey – Cherryville Funeral Home & Cremation Service served the family of Mr. Seagle.

VALE – Mr. Terry Dale “TY” Yount, 77, passed away on Monday, Feb. 8, 2021 at Atrium Health – Lincoln. Terry was born in Cleveland County, N.C., on Aug. 12, 1943, a son of the late Jack Linard Yount and Roberta Howell Yount. He retired after 32 years of service as a supervisor from Carolina Freight Carriers Corporation in Cherryville. Terry was a member of North Brook Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Kathy Houser Yount of the home; a son, Greg Yount and wife, Wendy, of Asheville; a daughter, Traci Yount of Vale; five grandchildren, Alec, Colin and Sloane Yount of Asheville; Madison King of Lincolnton, and Garrison Fisher, of Gastonia; two brothers, John Yount of Terrell, and Harold Yount and wife Anita, of Cherryville; brothersin-law and sister-in-law, Troy and Sandy Houser, Steve Little, and Cleatus White, all of Cherryville. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews. A graveside service was held at 2:30 p.m., on Sunday, March 7, 2021 at Cherryville City Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Ray Pennell officiating. The family greeted friends following the service. Memorials may be made to North Brook Baptist Church, 7421 Flay Rd., Cherryville, NC, 28021. A guest register is available at www.stameycherryvillefuneralhome. com. Stamey – Cherryville Funeral Home & Cremation Service served the family of Mr. Yount.

AUTHOR

transpired is nothing short of a miracle of God, and a blessing for them all he never anticipated. Never an easy process, writing anything let alone a book, is very time consuming. Gentile said it took him three years to write the book. “I wrote from 4:30 a.m., to 7:30 a.m., every morning. It took me one year to find the right publisher,” he said, via email, to the Eagle. He describes his method of getting the copies he needs as a “pay as you need copies’ scenario, and one that works for him. The unique cover art – “quarks” of light – comes from the publisher, he said. Gentile’s publisher uses a global artist network called “99 Designs”. “I wrote a summary page to describe the book and a general direction to

send the artist in. The artist’s compete to provide the best design and it’s a three-week long process. Ironically, the artist that we chose lives outside of Rome, Italy, in the same province where my parents were born! He does not speak English, and used a translator to read my summary and review my comments during the process.” Gentile’s book is also unique, he said, as his publisher has told him he “… had only three other books hit the #1 Bestseller list in the first 38 hours, and none of them were first time author’s like myself.” Rob continued, “We have now hit #1 Bestseller in 13 categories, passing up big names in Christian writing like, Max Lucado, C.S. Lewis and Joyce Meyer. The book is also #1 in near-death experience,

From Page 1 sales representative by profession, had a massive heart attack at the young age of 56, followed by – as the brief “bio” on the back of his book notes – an NDE, or what is more commonly referred to as a “near death experience”. His situation was dire; he needed a heart transplant and…, well, perhaps you should just read the book to see what all happened and how it came about that what happened did so in the manner it did. For Rob, his wife, Melanie, a registered pharmacist at Medical Center Pharmacy in Cherryville, and his dear daughter, Maria, who has a unique syndrome that requires pretty much 24-hour care, what

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ARRESTS 2-16: Brian Eric Aiken, 57, 722 S. Mountain St., Cherryville; one count each misdemeanor DUI; speeding (15mph over limit); open container after first consuming. $3,500 unsecured bond. 2-24: Leonard Lavonne Montgomery, Jr., 18, Doc Wehunt Rd., Cherryville; one count of a WSOJ. $2,000 secured bond. 2-25: Timothy Wayne Smith, 43, 111 Carlton Dr., Cherryville, was arrested at 1205 Isley Dr., Gastonia, by City of Gastonia PD officers on three (3) counts of a warrant from another agency. 2-25: Jody Dellinger Welch, 49, 607 N Pink St., Cherryville, was arrested at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia, by GCSO deputies on two (2) counts of a warrant from another agency. 2-27: Rusty Dwayne Johnson, 31, 6570 Deerwood Trl., Vale; one count felony possession of methamphetamine and one count misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. $35,000 secured bond. 2-28: Samuel Aaron Fredell, 24, 225 Oliver St., Cherryville; possession of Schedule II and Schedule IV controlled substances, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana up to ½ ounce, and a WSOJ (Catawba County). Vehicle impounded and stored at KT Towing. $3,500 secured bond. 2-28: Brooke Nicole Lail, 22, 225 Oliver St., Cherryville; OFA (Gaston Co.). $1,000 secured bond. 3-1: Robbie Dean Sronce, 46, 1175 Bess Chapel Church Rd., Cherryville, was arrested at 119 Airport Rd., by GCPD officers for one count each of residential, forced-entry burglary-Residential-Forced Entry and larceny from a motor vehicle, and three (3) counts of larceny/other.

food restaurant reports CFS/ barring notice on two suspects who are banned from the property. Closed by other means. 2-27: CPD officer reports possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia by listed suspect who possessed same. Seized: 1 gram of methamphetamines, two (2) pipes, and a scale. Pipes and scale est. value: $20/total. Closed/ cleared by arrest. 2-28: CPD officer reports possession of Schedule II and Schedule IV controlled substances (Percocet and Xanax); possession of marijuana up to ½ ounce; possession of drug paraphernalia; and a WSOJ (OFA/Gaston County). Seized: 12 dosage units of Percocet; 13.5 dosage units of Xanax; 2.5 grams of marijuana; one digital scale (in a red case); and one eye glass case w/ loose marijuana. (Est. value of digital scale/case, and eye glass case: $10/item, for a total of $20) Closed/cleared by arrest. 3-2: Elderly Cherryville woman reports wire fraud by unknown suspect who fraudulently used her credit card ($40.95/money) at various Cherryville locations. Case is active and under further investigation. 3-2: Cherryville pizza restaurant reports call for service as listed suspect caused a disturbance at their business. Closed/cleared by other means. 3-3: GCPD officers report 659 Charlie Carpenters Trl., Crouse, report an inactive incident of a larceny from a motor vehicle.

INCIDENTS 2-16: CPD officer reports DUI; speeding (greater than 15mph over); and open container (of alcohol) after first consuming by listed suspect who was driving under the influence, speeding, and possessed said open container. Closed/cleared by arrest. 2-23: CPD officer reports possession of marijuana; and possessing marijuana paraphernalia by listed suspect who possessed listed items. Seized: 5 grams of marijuana, and one grinder/glass pipe/smoking bowl. Closed by other means. 2-25: CPD officer reports DWLR (not impaired) and open container after consume alcohol by listed suspect who was driving on a revoked OL and had an open container of alcohol. Closed/ cleared by arrest. 2-27: Cherryville fast-

WRECKS 2-24: A U.S government vehicle was parked in the parking lot at 1201 Shelby Hwy., in Cherryville when an unknown vehicle made contact with its rear quarter panel. The government vehicle was unoccupied at the time of the accident. Est. damages: $350. 2-24: A vehicle driven by Tommy Gene Bettis, 67, 191600 Pelham St., Fonthill, Ontario, and a vehicle driven by Anna Hill Isenhour, 68, 407 Jacob St., Cherryville, were on W. Academy St., at Paul Beam Rd., when the truck Mr. Bettis was driving, which was stopped at a stop sign, backed up to let another vehicle turn onto W. Academy, backing into the Isenhour vehicle. No injuries reported. Est. damages to the Bettis vehicle: $0; to the Isenour vehicle: $100. 2-28: An unidentified vehicle ran off the roadway to the right on Church Street and struck a utility pole. It then left the scene of the accident w/o reporting the incident. Est. damages to the utility pole: $2,500.

autism, heart disease and the Psychology of Suicide” titles. Gentile describes his book’s theme as being “spiritual”, but not overtly a devout, or theological book, though he said he is a Christian. Gentile’s heart attack was on Jan. 26, 2016 and he is very zoned in on taking care of himself and his new heart. Said Rob, “My family and I eat as healthy as possible and exercise regularly. I myself meditate every morning. As a heart transplant (recipient), I will be on anti-rejection medicine for the rest of my life. Exercise helps me combat the side effects, which are muscle pain and mild shaking.” As for any plans for a sequel or even a movie deal, Rob noted, “I have

another book in mind, (and am) just waiting for the spiritual prompting as to when I should start on it. Regarding a movie deal, that would be an incredible blessing – not sure how to pursue it but perhaps making myself available for interviews like this will help get some national attention.” For those interested in purchasing the book and taking part in Gentile’s incredible journey, Rob said they may go to Amazon and purchase the book. Also, Rob said Medical Center Pharmacy will be sponsoring a book signing event on Saturday, March, 13, where they will have a tent set up in the parking lot with the signing from 10 a.m., to 1 p.m. Gentile’s website is https://robgentile.com/ contact.

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A little (library) info on “Streaming” by TRACI POLLITT Cherryville Library Branch Manager

Streaming seems to be everywhere these days. Articles abound about “cutting the cord” – telling you how to ditch your cable provider. But how do you decide which streaming service to use? Do you go with a recognized name like Netflix or Amazon Prime? What about one of the simple services, such as Hulu or Sling? Do you spend the extra money for Disney+ or Discovery+, ensuring you get special content not available anywhere else? And can you really get everything from one streaming service, or will you need to sign up for multiple services, which will cost more? Services can run anywhere from $4.99/month to $40/month. But there’s one streaming service most people don’t think of – their library! Gaston County Public Library has several different ways to stream video and music content, and it’s all FREE with your library card. Let’s take a look at all the ways your library has your streaming needs covered. We’ve written about hoopla digital several times, and for good reason: you have instant access to movies, television shows, and music, with six (6) checkouts every month (you also have instant checkouts of ebooks, but if you’re interested in streaming, we suggest using the Flex checkouts for your books). Newer music is available such as

Here are some ideas about what sort of “streaming” services are offered at you Cherryville Branch Library. (graphic provided) soundtracks and new releases from artists, while the movies and television offerings are usually a bit older (but still fun to watch). And speaking of music, don’t forget about Freegal! This service allows you five (5) free downloads every week, plus three (3) hours of streaming each day (currently Freegal is allowing unlimited streaming due to COVID-19; no end date has been announced for this). If you enjoy documentaries and other more intellectual viewing, we recommend Access Video from Films on Demand. This is a database made available to libraries through NC Live, giving library card holders access to films on everything from anthropology to world religions. Noted producers include

A&E, ABC News, the BBC, and many more. Currently Films on Demand is highlighting Women’s History Month, St. Patrick’s Day, the Best of HBO, the Best of BBC, the Best of Ken Burns, and more. Again, all free with your GCPL library card! We recommend the North Carolina Digital Library for ebooks and downloadable audio books all the time, but we often forget to mention that the site also offers videos! The collections are divided into Always Available (never a need to wait!), New, Most Popular, and Try Something New. As a GCPL cardholder, you are allowed to have six (6) items checked out at any given time. This means you can watch lots of movies

and shows every month; you will be the one to determine how quickly you watch and how often you check out new items. You can also have six (6) holds on your account at any given time, and since the longest checkout time for videos is seven (7) days, those hold lists should cycle through quickly. For more information about how to stream digital content with your library card, call us at (704) 4356767, or stop by the branch at 605 E. Main Street. Public service hours are 10 a.m., to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m., to 2 p.m., Friday and Saturday. As always, stay safe and stay healthy!

Cherryville’s Krista Haynes with some of the Shelby Middle School football players who wrote letters to Hospice veteran patients.

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Shelby Middle School Blue Devils student and football player Dennis McClain writing a letter to a veteran patient of Hospice. (photos provided)

HAYNES From Page 1 for the veteran. “Attached to each letter,” said Ms. Haynes, “was a star from a retired American flag. These letters were then handed out to patients via Hospice staff members.” Shelby Middle’s Blue Devils head football coach Bowden, said, “In our program, we are well aware of what’s going on in our country’s social and political climate and we talk about how it affects not only our family, but our community. Also, we were looking to do a community service project, and with everything going on in our country, we wanted to give something back. So, the kids came up with this!” Coach Bowden continued, “I want my players to be leaders and role models both on and off the field. Hospice gave us this great opportunity to grow as a program.” Bowden, who teaches seventh grade science, said his class “really got into it (the letter writing program) and asked good questions about it.” Haynes, who still lives in Cherryville, said she has been with hospice since Sept. 1996, or 24 years. “I came to hospice as the administrative assistant and when the volunteer coordinator position came open, I moved into the role as Patient/Family Volunteer Coordinator. I am a people person. In this position

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I am able to meet patients and families and assign volunteers to them based on their needs.” She continued, “Hospice volunteers can provide social/ emotional support, sit with a patient for a short time while a family member runs an errand or goes to an appointment. Volunteers can possibly run an errand for patient or family.” Krista said HCC still serves patients/families in the Cherryville area. Haynes said she knows other Cherryville folks work at HCC; one being RN Whitney White. “There may be someone else but I don’t know right off hand,” she added. Of the veterans program, Haynes said, “As a ‘We Honor Veterans’ partner, Hospice Cleveland County, learns about the unique needs of Veterans and their families. They educate staff and the community about caring for veterans facing serious illness and provide a veteran-to-veteran volunteer program that pairs veteran volunteers with hospice patients who are veterans.” She continued, “Hospice also coordinates care with the Department of Veteran Affairs and other health care organizations. By recognizing the unique needs of our nation’s veterans who are facing a life-limiting illness, Hospice Cleveland County is better able to accompany and guide veterans and their families toward a more peaceful ending. “In cases where there might be some specific needs related to the veteran’s military service, combat experience, or other traumatic events, Hospice Cleveland County will find tools to help support those they are caring for.” Haynes noted that if anyone would like to know how they can become a Hospice Volunteer, please call (704) 4874677. Also, please visit us at www.hospicecares.cc to learn more.” Haynes said, “I have to say, that when I left that afternoon, I was really touched by these guys and their coaches. With all that is going on in the world right now, there is still love, hope, and caring that is taking place, and these young men and women and their coaches are proof of that!” For his and his kids’ part, Coach Bowden said, “We enjoyed being able to do this, and this is definitely something we will try and do yearly.”

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TODAY’S QUOTE:

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You must do the things you think you cannot do. –Eleanore Roosevelt

Kudos and ‘huzzahs’ to Kintegra, CFD, and CPD, et al! I want to take to the the time and patrol space in this officers editorial column and this week to Chief of say a great big the Cher“Thank You!” ryville to the following Police civil servants, Departnursing personment nel, and literally who all everyone who got in was associated there and with the Saturday, directed Feb. 27 COVIDtraffic By Michael Powell 19 vaccination and kept michael.cherryvilleeagle@gmail.com clinic/event held everyat the Cherryville Fire thing flowing smoothly Department. Many times and with no difficulty (at they don’t often get the least none I could see); recognition they so richly “Thank You” to the GEMS deserve. So, here goes: EMS and ambulance crews “Thank You”, from me and who were all on standby the Cherryville Eagle, to just in case they were the hard working and laneeded, ready to lend a ser-focused nurses and anhelping hand whenever cillary staff at Kintegra (Ms. and wherever possible; Reva Holland and crew), “Thank You” to the Carowho patiently administered lina Federal Credit Union 400-plus vaccines and anvolunteers that helped out swered all the questions all that fine Saturday, as well us old folks had for them, as any other volunteers I and did so with a smile on may have overlooked betheir faces. At least, I think cause I’m not perfect no they were smiling as they matter how often I tell my were all masked! Actually, wife I am; “Thank You” their eyes gave it away, so, to my fellow vaccine takyeah! They were smiling. ers – patient patients all A big “Thank You” to our of us! – who braved the own Cherryville Fire Decold and the (not really partment’s crew and staff; that long) lines as we crept

our way forward to receive our first in the series of two Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. It was my sincere prayer that none of the shots hurt and that the side effects (if any) were the mildest they could be; and lastly, “Thank You” to any of the silent and selfless helpers from the City of Cherryville and Cherryville Main Street, and any others there, who took part in making a twice-rescheduled event finally come to pass, all so they could help their fellow man out! That’s Cherryville and Gaston County for you, pitching in whenever there is a need. We do it all the time. It’s just who we are… As I said earlier in this column, I don’t doubt there will be someone or a group or organization I have left out. Please don’t be upset. As I was there getting my own vaccination (over 65 old guy status) and only came back after I got it in order to cover the event for the Eagle. I understand CFD will again host another COVID-19 vaccination event, so if you fall into the proper categories – and I would call them at (704)

My thoughts on COVID-19 and more! First of all, I be a normal am not a medioutcome of cal professional grief. Grief is by any means. I all around us, have no medical but we must degree of any do our best kind. I do have a to not let it teaching degree consume us. from AppalaBecause grief chian State Unican easily take versity, therefore over if we are By Anne S. Haynes my thoughts and not careful. opinions lean toward eduIn my opinion we must cation and helping people. try to focus on the posHaving said all of that, itive. For me that is first I want to share some opinof all, my faith in God, ions on what we are presand the fact that He is still ently going through in this in control of everything. country. I know personally Some people say if He is it has been a very sad time in control then why is this because I have lost some happening? Well, saying people who were close He is in control does not to me and to members of mean He takes away our my family. And it does not free will. He gives people matter who we blame for choices and things happen this catastrophe, the hurt that we don’t understand. I and pain are real and will don’t understand the virus. have long-lasting effects. I don’t understand why we The people suffering loss have lost people we love, are in my prayers. but through faith I know It seems some people it will eventually be all are busy trying to put the right whether it is here on blame on someone, but earth or in heaven. And the that could probably could people we have lost would

want the best for us right now and in the future. Other positive aspects of the pandemic are the reactions of people around me, such as my fellow educators, which includes several of my close relatives. It is heartwarming to see the way they are reaching out to students and faculty members with encouragement and concern. Everyone needs an encouraging word these days. I’m also pleased with the reactions of my fellow church members, including my husband, Tommy, as they reach out to those in need. So, stay strong, be brave, take care of each other, and keep the faith. One bright day everything will be good again. The pandemic will be gone, and we can thank God for His mercy and grace. God bless each of you this day and in the days to come; hopefully COVID19 free days.

435-1730 to see if you do qualify and also to get your name on the list – then, by all means, avail yourself of getting it. The momentary arm soreness far outweighs the peace of mind many say they have knowing they have one more weapon in their arsenal to fight this crazy

coronavirus. Will this make the coronavirus go completely away? I don’t know, and wouldn’t even hesitate a guess. I don’t claim to be a medical professional. However, smarter folks than me have opined this little germy critter with the spiky outer shell could

very well be around with us for a long time. So, in my mind, anything one can do to stem the little (no pun intended) bugger’s advance, the better we will all be for doing so. Like I’ve said before in this column… Just the Vax Ma’am!

Will Biden pay your student loan? The average college debt among student loan borrowers in AmerGlenn Mollette ica is Guest Editorial $32,731, according to the Federal Reserve. The majority of borrowers have between $25,000 and $50,000 outstanding in student loan debt. There is an increasing number of student loan borrowers who owe in excess of $100,000. Some, who have spent many years in graduate schools may owe closer to $200,000. Overall, Americans owe over $1.71 trillion in student loan debt, spread out among about 44.7 million borrowers. Senate leader Chuck Schumer of New York, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and other Democrats have put forward a resolution calling on President Joe Biden to forgive $50,000 in student debt. The plan would cancel all of the debt for 80 percent of federal student loan bor-

rowers. President Joe Biden campaigned on a platform that included changes for higher education as well as relief for student loan borrowers. On Biden’s first day in office, he extended the student loan payment pause through Sept. 30, 2021. Biden officials, on Jan. 8, reiterated the President’s support for Congress to “immediately” cancel $10,000 of federal student loan debt per person as part of COVID-19 relief. That could wipe out debt completely for nearly 15 million borrowers who owe $10,000 or less, according to federal data. The majority of student loan borrowers (roughly 67 percent) have more than $10,000 in debt. On Feb. 19, a group of 17 state Attorney Generals called on Biden to forgive $50,000 in federal student loans per borrower through executive action. The group asserted Biden has the authority to do so under the Higher Education Act. If you have federal student loan debt you are surely hopeful. Who

wouldn’t want to have $10,000 to $50,000 of student debt eliminated? However, is this fair for the millions of Americans who spent many years working hard, repaying their loans? What about all the parents who helped their children through school? They worked hard. Do all of America’s graduates and parents receive checks – with interest? Is it fair to penalize the people who worked, scrapped and struggled? Essentially, we are asking the same hard-working people who paid for their education to pay for everyone else’s education. The majority of Americans who paid their way through school and paid off all their debt the hard way, are not sympathetic to simply waving away the same college debt for others that they worked hard to pay off. Colleges are much of the problem. For years public universities have financially lived way beyond their means. Auburn University, Alabama, recently fired head football coach Gus Malzahn and See LOAN, Page 11

COVID crisis triggers increase in elder abuse and prejudice aimed at seniors by REBECCA WEBER Guest column There’s been a worrisome increase in cases of elder abuse since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to reports from a well-known senior’s advocacy group. This organization says the surge is mainly due to self-isolation and other preventative measures that are in place to combat the spread of the virus.

According to the Website, PubMed.Gov, “Before the COVID-19 pandemic, elder abuse affected one in 10 American older adults annually. It has been assumed that the pandemic has brought with it a surge in elder abuse due to individuals ordered to stay at home combined with increased interpersonal stressors.” The measures in place to deal with the pandemic can limit in-person visits

by caregivers, friends and family, making it difficult for the elderly living on their own to cope with physical and mental needs, leaving them vulnerable to abuse. And then there are those unpaid family caregivers who have been left with reduced incomes or no incomes at all as a result of the COVID crisis. The stress they are under can readily result in abuse. Nursing homes get

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100 years or more these days thanks to healthier lifestyles and the miracle of modern medicine. But, with age come new vulnerabilities that can make any of us susceptible to the crimes of angry and greedy predators. And that’s why it is up to younger friends and family who truly care to keep a watchful eye open for anomalies that indicate older loved ones may be victims.

The Website sixtyandme reports that the most common type of abuse experienced by older Americans is neglect and that when senior citizens self-report abuse, statistics show that they are most likely to report financial abuse. It notes, “It is far more socially acceptable, at least in some people’s minds, to report that they have been scammed than to state that somebody See COVID, Page 11

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Living in the Kingdom of God here and now it unfolding before our eyes. Yet, for me I know Spring for a very different reason, I know Spring is here because of the watering in my eyes, I know Spring is here REV. ZACK CHRISTY because of the conPastor – First United stant sneezing and Methodist Church of Cherryville the itching. To put it simply, I know it is Spring because of Spring is in the air. my allergies. We all have the outWe know that Spring has ‘sprung’ for many reasons; ward signs of Spring, but the flowers are blooming, for each and every one the trees are budding, of us we know that it rethe birds sing sweetly in ally is Spring for different the breeze, the sun burns reasons. Maybe for you it bright and offers warmth is the smell of flowers in to all those lucky enough bloom, maybe it is the ento bask in its glory. There ergy to clean out the junk is no denying that now is closet, or the annual trip to the time for Spring; we see Lowes to buy grass seed “ T h e thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” – John 10:10

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and fertilizer. For each and every one of us we have different rituals that we associate with the changing seasons. We have outward signs, but it’s the inward and personal rituals that solidify the change season for us. In this text from John, Jesus is teaching the crowds about what it means for us that God loves the world so much that He incarnated Himself and walked among us. Jesus tells us that God did this so that we may enjoy life to the fullest. Not unusually the crowds don’t quite grasp what Jesus is saying, so Jesus continues to drive home His point using more and more analogies. In 10:10, Jesus pulls back the veil and speaks

plain truth to those who have gathered to hear Him speak. Jesus comes to us in order that we may have life and have it to the fullest. We know this is true because it comes to us from the Source of all truth, Jesus Christ. But there is a difference between knowing and experiencing, isn’t there? Yes, we can read the words, we can sing the songs, but if we keep Jesus at arms length and treat Him as if He were only a great Teacher, we miss out on the fundamental truth of Jesus’ mission here on earth: to set us free from the trappings of sin. Jesus’ mission was present and active. When Jesus speaks of the kingdom of God, He does not

you to embrace the new life that God has so freely given each of us in Jesus Christ. We are called to take hold of Jesus’ call to, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind and your neighbor as yourself.” By living in the kingdom of God here and now we develop those personal connections to Jesus, and when we speak about resurrection, we don’t simply speak about it in terms of something that happened to Jesus, we speak about it as something that Jesus does for us currently in order that we may live life to the fullest here and now.

mean it as a far off, distant reality; when Jesus says ‘kingdom of God’, He means the present ability of us to move into the kingdom here and now. When Jesus speaks about resurrection, He is talking about His own resurrection, yes, but He is also talking about the resurrection of each and every one of us the moment we put to death our selfish desires and embrace His call to discipleship. The moment we do this; the moment we shake ourselves free from the trappings of sin, we experience life to the fullest, for we experience life as God intended it to be. As we move towards Easter and our celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, I want to challenge

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What about God? Rev. Trent Rankin Salvation Church, Gastonia, NC salvationchurchnc.org Just for a mom e n t , think of that person or persons that you l o v e Rev. Trent Rankin most. Maybe it is a spouse, child, or even a close friend that means the world to you. There is nothing you would not do for that person. You would do whatever it took to support such loved ones. What about God? This month we have talked so much about loving each other, neighbors, and even how much God loves us. However, what about our love for God? In Genesis 22:1-14, God tests Abraham’s love and commitment to Him. God had promised to make a mighty nation through Abraham’s descendants, which would become the nation of Israel. Unfortunately, Abraham had no son, no heir. In his and his wife Sarah’s old age, a son was miraculously born, Isaac. This long-awaited child was loved beyond measure. One day, God told Abraham to take his young son up to a mountain and sacrifice him on an altar. Amazingly, Abraham took Isaac and set out to the mountains. When

they arrived at the place appointed by God, Abraham built the altar, bound his son, and placed him on it. As he drew a knife and prepared to take his son’s life, God stopped him. God provided a ram caught in a thicket to sacrifice instead. God had never intended for Abraham to sacrifice his son. He was testing him to see what he loved most. Abraham clearly loved God above all things, including his son. What about God in our lives? How much do we love Him? Are we loving God through our worship, our prayer life, and growing more like Jesus through His Word? How far are we willing to go for God? Is there a price too high for us to pay in our relationship with God? For Abraham, no price was too high. In Revelation 2:4, Jesus told the Ephesian church, “Nevertheless I have this against you, that you have left your first love” (NKJV). They were going through the motions, yet they had forgotten the love they should have had for Jesus. Today many have forgotten their first love Jesus. We go through the motions, yet often Jesus is not preeminent in our lives. As much as we love our families and friends, gladly sacrificing for them, so should we do the same in our relationship with Jesus. As we look at our lives, and our love relationships, what about God?

Rudisill Chapel AME Zion Church 417 South Mountain Street, Cherryville Anthony Grove Baptist Church 100 Anthony Grove Road Crouse, NC 704-435-6001 Bess Chapel United Methodist Church 6073 Flay Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-7969 Bethlehem United Methodist Church 6753 NC 182 Highway Cherryville, NC 704-435-1608 Blessed Hope Baptist Church 3357 Fallston-Waco Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-8530 Body of Christ Fellowship Center 405 S. Cherokee Street Cherryville, NC www.bodyofchrist7.com Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Cherryville, NC Pastor Clifton Morgan Cherryville Church of God 810 East Main Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-2275 Cherryville Missionary Methodist Church 318 W. Ballard Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-6934

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First Church of the Nazarene 301 North Elm Street Cherryville, NC 828-838-2428 First Presbyterian Church 107 West Academy Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-6064 First United Methodist Church 601 N. Pink St. Cherryville, NC 704-435-6732 First Wesleyan Church 800 North Pink Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-6069 Free Saints Chapel Church 813 Self Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-0949 Gospel Way Baptist Church 3904 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Cherryville, NC 866-356-3219 Jesus Servant Ministries 108 N. Mountain St. Cherryville, NC 704-769-8085 Legacy Church 805 Self Street Cherryville, NC 704-457-9615

Oak Grove AME Zion Church 542 Flint Hill Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-3687 Oak Grove Baptist Church 219 Tot Dellinger Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-3053 Revival Tabernacle 1104 Delview Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-4073

Waco Baptist Church 262 N. Main Street Waco, NC 704-435-9311 Washington Missionary Baptist Church 1920 Stony Point Road Waco, NC 704-435-3138 Word of Faith Ministry 306 Doc Wehunt Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-5560

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CFD From Page 1 anything else, utmost bravery and selflessness. Barry’s buddies and CFD brothers-in-arms had him a bit of a retirement party on Feb. 25, and the gang was all there – Barry’s lovely wife, Amy; his two fantastic kids, Brandon and Lauren, and many of his CFD family – for they are most definitely that – and friends and well-wishers. All came by to wish one of the best of the best a happy retirement from answering calls day and night in order to help others in their hour of greatest need. Firefighters, like their fellow civil servants, policemen and women and emergency medical personnel, always see people either at their worst or when they’re having the worst day, or days, of their lives. They have to somehow make it better for those folks. Sometimes

Barry and Amy Heavner at the Feb. 25, retirement event at the Cherryville Fire Department. The drop-in event saw many of his family and friends come by and wish him and his family well. they can do just that; many times, they can’t, though it’s not – as in Barry’s case – for a lack of trying. Barry, never one to call attention to himself, took a few minutes to sit down at his retirement “drop-in” event and answer a few questions

for the Eagle about his career at the Cherryville Fire Department. “I am retiring after 31 years of being with the Cherryville Fire Department,” he said, adding, “I started in 1990 as a volunteer, and went full-time in 1993.” Heavner said he was hired as a Driver/Engineer, and has remained that throughout his career, but noted, in that long career, he has “…done it all,” and “…seen a little bit of everything.” Of the job, he said, with a smile, “And it has NOT gotten old!” Heavner, who has his EMT certification, said the profession is “ever-changing”, with the CFD crews being expected to go on medical calls starting in the mid-90s. In addition to his D/E position with the CFD, Heavner works as a Pharmacy Tech at Houser Drug (17 years), and for a short stint, was also an official sports photographer for the Cherryville Eagle, a position he said he loved because he got to

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Wednesday, March 10, 2021 racing, or Wolf Pack or the former Washington Redskins – now known as the Washington Football Club – play football. He and wife Amy attend Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Son and daughter, twins Brandon and Lauren, were at the event. The two graduated from CHS in 2010. Brandon, who is a pharmacist, said. “I’m happy to know that the great impact he has made in the community and what he means to it are strong. He is definitely somebody to look up to, and I hope he enjoys his time now that he has time to enjoy life.” Lauren, a paralegal in Greensboro, agreed, adding, “I am proud for him and that he will get to enjoy his time. He has worked hard and got to be where he wants to be in life.”

At his Feb. 25, retirement “drop-in event” at the CFD station house, Barry Heavner (center, with his back to the camera) and wife, Amy, along with their kids, Brandon and Lauren, and their family members, talk with each other. utilize his talents behind a camera and attend sporting events. As for the Pharmacy Tech job at Houser Drug, Heavner said he will continue doing that five days a week. “I have also coached Little

League some, as an assistant to Brian Kiser,” he said. Heavner, who said he just turned 56, graduated from CHS in 1983, played JV basketball for the Ironmen, but lists his hobbies as “mostly watching sports,” such as

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Wife Amy, who has been with Gardner-Webb University as a Coordinator of Nursing Graduate Admissions for the last four-plus years, said, “He’s the most selfless man! He’s a good one! It just comes natural to him. I don’t think he has ever met a stranger.” For his part, “Heavy B” said he will miss the laughing and cutting up with the guys at the station house when things were quiet and no calls were coming in. “The friendships, helping people, there’s nothing like the brotherhood here at the (fire) department. It’s well taken care of. They will continue to grow and do good things.” He continued, “As for the future, I plan to live the good life; go to church every Sunday, and just enjoy my family and my friends.”

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Cherryville man charged with possessing child porn According to a March 4, media release, Gaston County Police have charged a Cherryville man with possessing child pornography. Wesley Lane Ross, 18, of 324 Tot Dellinger Rd.,

Cherryville, was charged with three (3) felony counts of second-degree sexual exploitation of a child and three (3) felony counts of third-degree sexual exploitation of a child. The charges stem from a

CFD to hold March 12 COVID-19 vaccination clinic The City of Cherryville will be holding a COVID19 Vaccination Clinic on March 12, 2021. The clinic will be held at Cherryville Fire Department and the vaccinations will be administered by Kintegra Health. Vaccinations are currently

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Ironmen lose second gridiron home game 7-46 to Pine Lake Prep by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

The Governor eased COVID-19 restrictions enough for high school football programs to have a few more fans in the stadiums than was previously the case, and it showed this past Friday night. Rudisill Stadium was the site for the March 5 matchup between visiting Pine Lake Prep’s Pride and the Ironmen, as well as being the Homecoming 2021 game for the school. It was the most fans seen since the start of the pandemic over a year ago. While the Homecoming was a great night for all involved, the game didn’t go quite the way it could have as the Pride, looking better than they have in past visits to Rudisill, defeated the Ironmen 7-46. The first strike by the Pride was with 7:01 on the clock in the first quarter and the Pride were up 0-8. Senior Austin Thompson started the night as quarterback for the CHS men, but the Ironmen finished the night with Chase Miller at the helm, along with occasional appearances by Kadin Beaver in the QB slot in the second quarter, third,

and fourth quarters. Miller came in during the fourth quarter. The Pride got their second TD of the first quarter with just 7.5 seconds left on the clock. With the twopoint conversion, they were up 0-16 over the host Ironmen. And so it went throughout the night as the Pride seemed to be able to score at will on their march to the final score, a tally of 46 points. The CHS Ironmen were able to finally get on the board late in the fourth quarter when QB Chase Miller

Ironman sophomore wide receiver Landon Hahn has the ball and looks for running room against the Pride’s D-line. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

It was a long pass from CHS QB Austin Thompson and wide receiver Christian Hahn (#12) has his eyes on the ball as he stays ahead of the PLP Pride defender.

threw a 20-yard score to receiver Cooper Sloan for the TD, with 1:20 on the clock. Kicker Eli Moss’ PAT was good and the score at the final was 7-46. Austin Thompson completed two passes of 12 attempts. Both Beaver and Miller had some completions as well. Chase Miller carried the ball nine times for a total of 30 yards rushing; Cooper Sloan carried the ball 14 times for a total of 53 yards rushing; while others carried the ball as well. While the total yardage was originally 94 yards rushing, the

fense we need to work on playing with our pads and finishing our tackles.” Coach added, “(We have a) …big week (coming up) as we prepare for a Highland Tech team that has not played this season and we are playing our first road game.” The Ironmen are currently 0-2 overall. They are slated to play the HT Rams on Friday, March 12, away at Highland Tech. (Additional information and stats by Susan L. Powell and Danny Eaker)

Ironmen were hurt by -34 yards lost, dropping the total to 60, resulting in the Ironmen having just 60 yards in rushing and 27 yards in passing for a game total of 87 yards on the night. Ironmen Head Coach Tim Pruitt said of the men, “We are continuing to get a great effort from our players on Friday’s and had a good practice week. We have got to improve our execution in all phases. This week on offense we will need to work on our ball security and pass protection. Run blocking was improved.” He continued, “On de-

CHS Ironmen quarterback Austin Thompson calls his own number and takes advantage of the hole through the Pine Lake Prep D-line provided for him by the CHS offensive linemen. Junior halfback Cooper Sloan (#21) runs up to take the hand-off from Ironman senior QB Austin Thompson (#11) at last Friday’s loss to Pine Lake Prep.

Chasing down a Christ the King pass are Ironmen soccer players (from left) Ryan Riffle, Xerek Shipley, Ben Hayes, and Nate Bookout. Teammate Will Allen observes the flow of the play. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

Though he is being covered by a Pine Lake defender, senior Ironmen QB Austin Thompson prepares to pass to one of his receivers down the field.

CHS soccer men suffer home, Softball’s “Girls of Spring” prepping for 2021 season road losses last week The CHS Ironmen soccer varsity men played at home on Tuesday, March 2 against the Christ the King Crusaders. who came into Rudisill Stadium and downed the Ironmen lads 6-0. The following day,

Wednesday, March 3, the Ironmen soccer team traveled to take on Piedmont Charter’s Patriots and came away with a 4-0 road loss. They played again at home on Monday, March 8 against the visiting Gry-

phons of Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy. The team’s last game of the season is Wednesday, March 10, when they travel to take on Christ the King. The men are currently (as of this writing) 3-7 overall.

Interim coaches Hahn, Kiser said Lady Ironmen working hard and sharpening diamond skills by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

man/third baseman Aleigha Whisnant will be back in the starting rotation and providing power hitting in the middle of the lineup.” See SOFTBALL, Page 12

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Their coaches are quick to tell everyone, “If you ride by CHS in the afternoon, you can hear the girls of Spring on the field at CHS Field,” as the Lady Ironmen softball team prepares for the 2021 season. Interim head coach Callie Hahn and interim assistant coach Brian Kiser have been working hard getting the ladies ready for the upcoming season. Both coaches have stepped in for this season while Head Coach A.J. Henley is currently on a leave of absence. Coach Hahn said, “The team does have a lot of experience with seven returning starters and some talented freshman.” Hahn noted they have five seniors on the team, with Elizabeth Levine back at second base, Faith AnAs his teammates Xerek Shipley and Ethan Roberts run down the pitch, goalkeeper Quinlan thony taking on the catching duties, and Amber Roach Sanford throws the ball onto the pitch after saving it from going in for a CTK score.

the returning DH. Said Hahn, “Harlee Austin and Marigrace Moyer are our other two seniors. Junior pitcher Raegan Nowoweicki and junior first base-

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A bird’s eye view of the line of cars and vaccination recipients who signed up for and received their first dose of the two-injection Moderna COVID-19 vaccine on Feb. 27. (photos by Ryan Gunter)

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1995 CADILLAC LIMO. Needs a little work, 90k miles, $850. 828-429-9831. 2002 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER “EVERYTHING HAS BEEN FIXED!” Road Ready! 100,000 miles, $1600, (704) 284-8212 2012 KIA SEDONA Van. Only 81,000 miles, $8500. Loaded, Very Good Condition, One Owner. (828) 4299172 dtwebb63@gmail.com

AKC ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES. I have triple carriers Violet, blue, white, triple carrier blk. Ready Valentines. Serious inquiries only. $1000 deposit required. (704) 4186353 pennycandycampers@ yahoo.com

CARS & TRUCKS 2016 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 105,000 miles, all the buttons, services every 3000 miles. Retired lady owned. $9400 (704) 482-5465

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

GASTON COUNTY 4 ACRES PRIME COMMERCIAL PROPERTY. One block off 74E in Shelby, NC. Call or text if interested. Make offer. 704-473-9167.

2002 JEEP WRANGLER TJ. 6 cylinder, auto, 2 door, 133k miles, leather interior, no rust, Rough Country Lift, $11,000. 828-429-5155, leave message if no answer.

VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-718-2659, (803) 6359831 OCEAN LAKE BEACH HOUSE. 5 bedroom, 3 baths, close to ocean, all amenities. Open summer 2021. 704-718-4731.

1.97 ACRES, 3000 SQFT BUILDING. 1144 East Stagecoach Trail, Lawndale, NC 28090. INVESTORS: Great Investment. More than 100% one day return. 2021 assessed value $220,325. Purchase price $114,000 ﬁrm. Call Jim Brown, Washburn Real Estate, 828-429-1023 or 828-287-7325.

3 ACRES- WELL & SEPTIC. Off South Point Road, Belmont, NC. $120,000. Call (704) 864-6129

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4 BEDROOM, 3 BATH HOME. Enjoy the quietness and water on the lake. $1400 month plus deposit. 704-6006436, 864-805-0035.

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. 864-909-1035, www.rowelland.com

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.

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH MOBILE HOME. Totally remodeled, on private lot in Kings Mountain No pets. References required. 704-418-3790 PASTURE FOR RENT. Up to three horses for $125 per month. (704) 434-7663

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 4876354

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MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417

VERY NICE 2BR, 2BA MOBILE. Large private lot. View, north county, $650 month with lease, references. 828-2892407.

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

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

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LEGAL NOTICE

City of Cherryville Code Enforcement Ofﬁce 116 S. Mountain Street Cherryville, NC 28021 Telephone (704) 458-7019 Fax (704) 435-1707 COMPLAINT AND NOTICE OF HEARING BEFORE BUILDING INSPECTOR RELATING TO DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL OF BUILDING March 2, 2021

above-described structure do in fact violate the provisions of Section IV – Section X of the code of Ordinances of the City of Cherryville, North Carolina, and do in fact render such structure hazardous to the health, safety and welfare of residents of the City of Cherryville, the Building Inspector will issue an order in writing directed to the owner of such structure requiring the owner to remedy these conditions by repairing the same or else by demolishing or removing the same, or by taking such steps as may be necessary to remedy these conditions. The Building Inspector may make such other orders and take such other procedures as are authorized under the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cherryville, North Carolina and the General Statutes of North Carolina.

TO: John L. McGinnis Heirs 100 Terrace Dr. Cherryville, N.C. 28021-2005

Further information as to this matter may be obtained by contacting Sam Leggett at (704) 458-7019

RE: Housing / Building Code & Unsafe Building Violations 506 W. Second St. Cherryville, NC Parcel #: 130249 The City of Cherryville has established Minimum Housing Code standards for residential structures in the City’s jurisdiction. This code was established to protect the health and safety of the City’s residents. The City is enforcing Gaston County’s Minimum Housing Ordinance as adopted and amended by the City of Cherryville and Unsafe Building Statutes contained in the North Carolina General Statutes.

This the 2nd day of March, 2021.

Pursuant to the Code, the town conducts inspections of residential structures for compliance with the Minimum Housing Code. The above referenced property was inspected by the City to determine its compliance with the Code. The inspection revealed certain health and safety items, which appear to be in violation of the Code. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the structure located at the place designated is in a condition that appears to be hazardous to the public health, safety and welfare and to violate Sections IV – Section X of the Housing Code, the N.C. Residential Building Code and the Unsafe Buildings statute as contained in the North Carolina General Statutes in the following ways: The apparent violations are attached (see “Minimum Housing, Building Code, General Statutes Violations”). YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that a hearing will be held before the Building Inspector of the City of Cherryville at his office at the City Hall at 10:00 a.m. on the 24th day of March, 2021, for the purpose of finding the facts as to whether or not the condition of the structure falls within the scope of the above-mentioned Sections IV – Section X of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cherryville, North Carolina. At the hearing, you shall be entitled to file answer to the complaint and to be heard in person or by council upon all legal or factual questions relating to this matter and shall be entitled to offer such evidence which is relevant or material to the questions sought to be determined or the remedies sought to be effected. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that if, upon such hearing, the Building Inspector shall find that the conditions of the

Sam Leggett, Building Inspector CITY OF CHERRYVILLE MINIMUM HOUSING CODE, BUILDING CODE & UNSAFE BUILDING STATUTE VIOLATIONS Property Address: 506 W. Second St. Cherryville, NC Parcel # 130249 Owner: John L. McGinnas Heirs Note: This is a vacant, fire damaged and severely deteriorated residential structure. In its present condition this structure poses an eminent health and safety hazard. The building is open to entry by unauthorized personnel. Violations: 1. Exterior wood surfaces are unpainted and deteriorating due continued exposure to weather; the fire has damaged siding, stud walls, floor joists and rafters; facias, soffits and rafter tails deteriorated/rotting; 2. Windows are cracked/broken/missing; doors are open/damaged by fire/missing. 3. Property is overgrown; vines,shrubbery/vegetation is in contact with house causing further deterioration; 4. Roofing shingles are burned and damaged/deteriorated; roof may be leaking and damaging interior surfaces and floors; 5. Foundation access door is damaged; foundation vents missing; 6. Front porch support posts are deteriorated/damaged; 8. Yard has accumulation of limbs, vegetative matter and debris; 9. Ceiling and wall surfaces in house are damaged and deteriorated; 10. Floors damaged from fire and exposure to weather/water; 11. Kitchen cabinets are dirty/broken/ damaged and unsanitary; 12. Plumbing fixtures in bathroom and kitchen are worn/damaged/inoperative; 13. Electrical service system, outlets and fixtures are fire damaged/inoperative and substandard; exposed wires are unsafe; 14. Heat system for house is missing/ inoperative/substandard; chimneys unlined and unsafe for use; CE (3/10,17,24 & 31/2021)

Some (but not all, by any means) of the Kintegra (in blue uniforms) nurses, CFD, CPD, and others at the Feb. 27 COVID-19 vaccination event take a minute to pose for a group photo. (photo by Ryan Gunter)

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From Page 4 sexually abused them.” Meanwhile, a wave of “downright shameful intimidation” may be in store for the elderly as a result of COVID-19. The virus appears to have triggered a wave of prejudice directed at our older population, says AMAC’s Weber. Younger generations appear to be blatantly revealing ageist tendencies on social media with messages referring to the

paid him $21.45 million in a contract buyout. Students are poorly advised by high school and college counselors. You will almost never be able to pay back a $50,000 student loan working as a cashier at a fast-food restaurant. College students need to look at the earning power of their degree. Professions that pay bigger salaries are worth more of the college cost and debt, if necessary. Consider going to a community college your first two years. Federal Pell grants are currently $6,495 a year and may cover almost all the cost of your first two years. You typically don’t have to pay these back. Therefore, the government is already doing a lot. If your career pursuit pays a reasonable living then consider a going to a university that has a more reasonable tuition cost. And, don’t count on somebody else to pay your loan. However, who knows for sure? Maybe Biden will.

coronavirus with insulting epithets such as “boomer remover” and “coffin dodger.” According to the medical journal, ‘Psychiatric Times’, “A Twitter analysis of 18,128 tweets between March 12, and March 21, 2020, showed that about one-quarter of all tweets (about 4,500) could be considered ageist, either because they included jokes or ridicule aimed at older adults or because their content downplayed the relevance of COVID19 and/or implied their lives were less valuable.”

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on the 1st day of February, 2021 as Executor of the Estate of RONNIE STEVE ADAMS, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Jeffrey Steve Adams, Executor on or before the 3rd day of June, 2021 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 3rd day of March, 2021. Jeffery Steve Adams, Executor Estate of: Ronnie Steve Adams 4671 W. Hwy. 27 Vale, NC 28168 CE (3/03,10,17 & 24/2021)

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON

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Wednesday, March 10, 2021

2021 CHS Lady Ironmen softball schedule

During practice last week, Interim Assistant Coach Brian Kiser (right) hit a few softballs around the infield, helping the ladies hone their diamond skills. Catcher Faith Anthony is seen here throwing to first as Laila Davis covers third and Marigrace Moyer makes a break for home plate. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

SOFTBALL From Page 8 She continued, “We have two returning starters from our sophomore class in centerfielder and leadoff hitter Rileigh Kiser and speedy shortstop Kaitlyn Newsome.” Rounding out the 2021 roster are freshman Riley Bryant and Laila Davis, who

Coach Hahn said will be looked upon to provide help on the field and in the lineup right away. Hahn said the ladies were in scrimmage action at Lincolnton on Wednesday, March 10, at Betty Ross Park, and that the season opener is currently scheduled for Tuesday, March 16, in an away game at Chase High School. Said Hahn, “The girls have been working really

hard and are excited at the potential to play a modified full season.” That season, she added, will consist of 14 total games over a seven week period. The first home game for the Lady Ironmen is scheduled for Thursday, March 18, when they host East Rutherford. (Additional information by Brian Kiser)

Day Date Opponent Location Time Wed. Mar. 10 Scrimmage Lincolnton 5 p.m. Tues. Mar. 16 Chase @Chase 5 p.m. Thur. Mar. 18 E. Rutherford Home 5 p.m. Mon. Mar. 22 Stuart Cramer Home 5 p.m. Thurs. Mar. 25 RS Central Home 5 p.m. Mon. Mar. 29 Piedmont (n/c) Home 5 p.m. Thurs. April 1 Highland @HT 5 p.m. Tues. April 6 Linc. Charter @LC 5 p.m. Thurs. April 8 Piedmont Home 5 p.m. Tues. April13 BCHS @BCHS 5 p.m. Wed. April 14 HT (n/c) Home 5 p.m. Tues. April 20 Highland Home 5 p.m. Thurs. April 22 Linc. Charter Home 5 p.m. Tues. April 27 Piedmont @Piedmont 5 p.m. Thurs. April 29 BCHS Home 5 p.m. Playoffs TBD TBD TBD TB (All dates/times/locations tentative and subject to changes due to inclement weather or other factors) Interim Head Coach: Callie Hahn - Interim Asst. Coach: Brian Kiser All home games played at CHS Field (unless otherwise noted) “n/c”=non-conference game

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