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Catawbas plan pre-launch summer opening for Casino Federal judge rejects Cherokee’s lawsuit, paving way for casino to move forward by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor

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In a recent media release to Community First Media, the Catawba Nation announced it plans to fast-track the summer 2021 opening of the Catawba Two Kings Casino Resort project in Kings Mountain. Calling the opening a “prelaunch”, their plan calls for the facility to have 500 slot machines. On April 16, the Catawba Nation received more good news when a federal ruling favored the U.S. Department of the Interior’s action in taking land into trust for the Catawba Nation, rejecting a lawsuit by the Eastern Band of the Cherokee. That decision was given last week by U.S. District Court Judge James E. Boasberg in a 50-plus page opinion sent out to the media from the Catawba Nation. See CASINO, Page 2

An artist’s rendering of the pre-launch Two Kings Casino and Resort facility provides a glimpse at what the Catawba Nation hopes to have up and running by summer 2021. (rendering provided)

Cherryville woman charged in death of daughter

CHS 2021 Star Student and Teacher are McNeill; Holt

According to a Tuesday, April 27 media release from the Cherryville Police De- Jenna Michelle partment, Melton Capt. Brian Doolittle said their officers arrested Jenna Michelle Melton, 26, of 5307 Dellinger Cir., Cherryville. Ms. Melton, noted Capt. Doolittle, was arrested and charged with involuntary

Due to COVID-19 restrictions ceremony has a different look this year

manslaughter for the death of her three-year-old daughter, Anna Lee Tadych, which occurred earlier this year on Jan. 5. On Tuesday, Melton was held on no bond and placed in the Gaston County Detention Center. According to the Gaston County Sheriff’s Office website, she was given a court date of Wednesday, April 28, at 2 p.m., whereupon she was given a $500,000 bond. According to a CPD incident report written on Jan. 5, a CPD officer responded See CHARGED, Page 2

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Every year, Gaston County Schools normally hosts their Star Teacher/Star Student Awards ceremony, usually held at the Schiele Museum in Gastonia. However, since the COVID-19 pandemic and its restrictions, the event has not been able to be held as would normally be

CHASE MCNEILL 2021 CHS Star Student

ROBERT LANCE HOLT 2021 CHS Star Teacher

possible. That said, GCS Chief Communications Officer Todd Hagans noted the

school system, in partnership with awards sponsor, The Gaston Gazette, had the

program, as was stated on the GCS website, “…to recognize an outstanding senior from each high school and the teacher who had the greatest influence on the student’s educational career.” Hagans added that again, the Star Teacher/Star Student Awards were conducted in video format because of the coronavirus pandemic. He continued, “The video (aired) the week of April 26 – May 2, on Spectrum Cable Channel 21 at 10 a.m., 2 p.m., 7 p.m., and 11 p.m. each day,” adding, “…the video See STAR, Page 6

Jones one of eight in Class of 2020 to join NCHSAA Hall of Fame by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Former CHS Ironmen baseball head coach Henry Jones was one of eight Class of 2020 inductees to join the NCHSAA Hall of Fame according to information listed on the sports organization’s web site. Just last week, former

players and now coaches in their own right, CHS head basketball coach and AD Scott Harrill, CHS head baseball coach and former Jones player and assistant coach Scott Heavner, and former CHS baseball player and current assistant coach Brian Kiser attended the ceremony in Cary, N.C., when Coach Jones received his honor. Though the class was formally introduced at a luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019, at the NCHSAA offices in Chapel Hill, the

formal induction ceremony and banquet was held on Saturday, April 24, 2021, at the Embassy Suites in Cary. Said Coach Harrill of Coach Jones, “Coach Jones was my baseball coach and athletic director in high school, then I worked under him as a basketball coach while he was the AD. He is a great friend. Coach Jones has impacted more lives over his coaching career than most ever will. “It was not always about wins and losses (with him), but about relationships that

he built with his players and athletes. Coach Jones is very deserving of the honor of being selected in to the NCHSAA Hall of Fame. The Ironmen family is very proud of him. If you look at his coaching tree, you can see the impact he had on so many to go into teaching and coaching. I would venture to say over 50 athletes have either coached in college, high school, (the American) Legion, middle school, and recreational baseball.” See JONES, Page 10

Former CHS baseball player and current assistant coach Brian Kiser; CHS head basketball coach and AD Scott Harrill; former CHS head baseball coach Henry Jones; and current CHS head baseball coach and former Jones player and assistant coach, Scott Heavner, at the ceremony and banquet in Cary, N.C., honoring Coach Jones as one of eight of the Class of 2020 NCHSAA Hall of Fame inductees. (photo provided)

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Martha Eaker CHERRYVILLE – Mrs. Martha Leatherman Eaker, 78, passed away on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Atrium Health – Cleveland in Shelby. Martha was born on March 3, 1943 in Cleveland County, NC, a daughter of the late Hillard Leatherman and Margaret Smith Leatherman. She retired as a secretary for Judge W. J. Allran. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her niece, Allison Bennett Hovis. Survivors include her husband of 59 years, Richard Eaker, of the home; a son, Chris Eaker of Raleigh; a sister, Lynn Bennett and husband Rocky of Cherryville; nieces and nephews; Kevin Bennett (Lutricia), Wesley Bennett (Kristen), Kyle Bennett; Kim Huffman (Dustin), Dana Helms, and Kenny Helms (Carrie). Also surviving are a number of great-nieces and nephews. To honor Mrs. Eaker’s request, services and burial will be private. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. A guest register is available at www.stameycherryvillefuneralhome.com. Stamey – Cherryville Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family of Mrs. Eaker.

CASINO From Page 1 Judge Boasberg concluded, as per the media release, that the Department of the Interior “…did not violate the Settlement Act or INGRA (Indian Gaming Regulatory Act)” when it took the Kings Mountain land parcel into trust. In response to the action, Catawba Chief William “Bill” Harris said, in part, “This is the right decision and the one we anticipated from the court to reject the litigation of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.” As for the pre-launch facility, it will be constructed using prefabricated modular

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Governor Cooper outlines timeline for lifting state’s COVID-19 restrictions Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. laid out a timeline for lifting current pandemic restrictions last week. With stable trends and continued vaccination success, the state expects to lift mandatory social distancing, capacity, and mass gathering restrictions by June 1. The Governor plans to issue an executive order soon outlining safety restrictions for the month of May. “Each shot in an arm is a step closer to putting this pandemic in the rearview mirror,” said Governor Cooper. “North Carolinians have

shown up for each other throughout this entire pandemic and we need to keep up that commitment by getting our vaccines.” North Carolina continues to focus on distributing vaccines quickly and equitably. This fast and fair approach to getting shots in arms is the best way to beat this pandemic, protect one another, boost the economy and make it possible for restrictions to be lifted. To date, the state has administered over 6.5 million vaccines. 46.9 percent of adults are at least partially vaccinated, and 35.1 percent are fully vaccinated. More than 76 percent of people 65

and older have had at least one shot. With vaccine now widely available across the state – often with no wait for an appointment, all North Carolinians 16 and older can plan to take their shot. The state anticipates lifting the mask mandate and easing other public health recommendations, once two thirds of adult North Carolinians have received at least one vaccine dose and if trends remain stable. “We are at an exciting moment. We now have enough vaccine for everyone,” said Secretary Cohen. “If you are 16 and older, it is your turn to join the more

than 3.6 million North Carolinians who have already taken their first shot. It’s up to you to get us to the two thirds goal as quickly as possible so we can live with this virus and begin to put this pandemic behind us.” Gov. Cooper and Sec. Cohen urged North Carolinians continue to get vaccinated and exercise good judgment even when restrictions are lifted. Businesses should continue to follow voluntary health recommendations and North Carolinians should continue to take safety measures in order to boost the economy, keep children in schools and protect each other.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released statistics indicating that North Carolina is among the states with the fewest deaths and fewest job losses per capita. State health officials are continuing to monitor the presence of COVID-19 and its more contagious variants in North Carolina, which is why it is important to continue to follow the state’s mask mandate and continue to practice safety precautions, including the ‘Three Ws’ – wear a mask, wait 6 feet apart, and wash hands often.

ARRESTS 4-13: Karl Rolf Isakson, 66, 3411 Clark Cir., Shelby; one count misdemeanor DUI and liquor law violations. Vehicle (2003 Olds Bravada) impounded and stored at McDaniel’s Towing. $5,000 unsecured bond. 4-14: Alyssa Lynn Lawler, 303 Kent Dr., Cherryville; one count misdemeanor AWDW/ minor present (weapon-lethal cutting instrument). No bond type/amt. listed. 4-22: William David Wright, 25, 340 Hephzibah Church Rd., Crouse, was arrested at this address by GCPD officers for three (3) counts of an OFA for contempt of court/ perjury/court violation. 4-23: Donny Mac Anderson, 36, 6579 Charleston Trl. Cherryville; one count felony possession of a firearm by a felon (Gaston County). $3,000 secured bond. 4-23: Deborah Mary Bone, 32, 2222 Cedar Oak Cir., Gastonia; one count misdemeanor OFA B&E and one count felony OF larceny of a motor vehicle. $30,000 secured bond. 4-23: Rasheem Tomniece Hosch, 32, 506 N. Lafayette

St., Shelby; one count of speeding; one count misdemeanor DWLR; and WSOJ/Cleveland County/DWLR. No bond type/ amt. listed. 4-24: Kasey Alexander Adams, 30, 306 Pine Ave., Cherryville; one count of assault on a female. No bond type/amt. listed. 4-24: Gilbert Howard Pfeifer, 59, 607 N. Mountain St., Cherryville; one count each misdemeanor possession of marijuana; failure to heed lights/siren; RDO; DWLR; and reckless driving to endanger. $5,000 secured bond. 4-27: Jenna Michelle Melton, 26, 5307 Dellinger Cir., Cherryville; one count involuntary manslaughter. No bond. Arresting officer noted Ms. Melton was arrested, as per a search warrant, w/o incident when located inside her residence for the listed charge. 4-28: Trenten M. Adams, 34, 311 E Sixth St., Cherryville, was arrested at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia, by GCSO deputies for one count of an OFA (contempt of court/perjury/court violation).

41, 1807 Delview Rd., Cherryville, was arrested at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia, by GCSO deputies on seven (7) counts of a warrant from another agency. 4-28: Jason Lee Petri, 37, 210 W. Church St., Cherryville, was arrested at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia, by GCSO deputies on one count of an OFA (contempt of court/perjury/court violation). INCIDENTS 4-13: Cherryville woman reports larceny ($100/outdoor lawn table) by unknown person(s) taking listed item w/o owner’s consent. Case is active and under further investigation. 4-13: CPD officer reports DUI and open container of alcohol after first consuming by listed suspect who drove while under the influence of an impairing substance. Case closed/ cleared by arrest. 4-14: Cherryville man reports assault w/a deadly weapon w/a minor present by listed suspect. Minor injuries reported. Closed/cleared by arrest. 4-23: CPD officer reports WSOJ’s on listed suspect/

subject, who had two (2) outstanding OFA’s; one for misdemeanor B&E and one for felony larceny of a motor vehicle. Closed/cleared by arrest. 4-23: CPD officer reports possession of a firearm by a felon by listed suspect who possessed listed weapon (seized: two 9mm rounds and one Cobra 9mm). Closed/cleared by arrest. 4-23: CPD officer reports speeding, DWLR, and WSOJOFA by listed suspect who had outstanding OFA. Closed/ cleared by arrest. 4-23: CPD officer reports possession of marijuana by listed suspect who possessed marijuana. Seized: 3.70 grams of marijuana. Closed/cleared by other means. 4-23: Lawndale woman reports larceny ($1,100/Apple iPhone 11) by unknown person(s) from Dollar Tree in Cherryville. Case is active and under further investigation. 4-24: CPD officer reports possession of marijuana, RDO, failure to heed light/siren, DWLR, and reckless driving by listed suspect who failed to heed the blue lights and siren of the officer; resisted arrest, and possessed marijuana. Closed/

cleared by arrest. Seized: 2.3 grams of marijuana. 4-24: Cherryville woman reports assault on a female by listed suspect who assaulted her. Minor injuries reported. Closed/cleared by arrest. 4-24: CPD officer reports possession of marijuana by listed suspect who possessed marijuana. Seized: 0.50 grams. A Bessemer City man was also reported as being involved w/ this incident. Closed/cleared by other means. 4-28: On Jan. 5, 2021 a call for service/death investigation incident report was reported by the listed CPD officer on a death investigation of a female child (listed as being 4-yearsold) at 5307 Dellinger Cir., Cherryville. Two suspects were listed on the report as well as a witness. Seized: one shirt w/ blood stains; two (2) written statements from GEMS medics; and one statement from an ER nurse named “Bailey”. The case, at that time, was listed as “active”. 4-29: GCPD officers report closing/clearing by arrest a misdemeanor drug/narcotic violation at 3002 Lincolnton Hwy., Crouse.

structures, and will provide an initial opportunity for patrons to game with limited food and beverages and other guest amenities. In an earlier CF Media article, Chief Harris said, “With the completion of our compact with the State of North Carolina, the Catawba Nation is eager to open the casino as quickly as possible to begin bringing economic benefits and jobs to the state and region.” The Catawba are working with consultants Delaware North, as well as developer Skyboat Gaming, on the summer ‘prelaunch’ facility. The 17-acre casino site is off Dixon School Rd., in Kings Mountain, and is

near Interstate 85 and about 35 miles west of Charlotte. The total $273 million casino resort project is expected to create 2,600 permanent jobs at full buildout and thousands of construction jobs in the region. Cleveland County Commis-sioner Johnny Hutchins said, “This project will prove to be a long-lasting and sustainable economic engine for the residents of Cleveland County.” The Catawba can now conduct Class III gaming, including operating slot machines and table games. Earlier this year, the Catawba Compact was approved by Gov. Roy Cooper, as well as N.C.

Secretary of State Elaine Marshall and Attorney General Josh Stein. These and other actions, noted Chief Harris, recognize the Catawba Nation’s historical and ancestral ties to its aboriginal lands throughout North Carolina. Also, the compact with the

state acknowledges their connection to North Carolina as well. In addition to creating revenue for the state, it is to be noted the casino will help support an education fund that will benefit environmental conservation, provide educational sup-

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4-28: Kenna Hudson Jones,

CHARGED From Page 1 to the address at 5307 Dellinger Cir., Cherryville for a death investigation. CPD seized or recovered one shirt with blood stains; two (2) written statements from GEMS medics; and one written statement from an “ER nurse Bailey”. At the time of the IR, the case status was listed as “active”. In the CPD’s arrest report on Ms. Melton, it was noted she “…was arrested without incident when located inside her residence…” for the “listed charge.” CPD Chief Cam Jenks said he was unable to go into detail on the particulars of the case, but did note his department was waiting on the autopsy findings from the medical examiner’s office before charging Ms. Melton. Said Chief Jenks, “The case is still under investigation and no more information can be released at this time.”

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First Outdoor Outreach program a success! by TRACI POLLITT Cherryville Branch Manager

Our first outdoor outreach program was a success! I went to visit the students at Kingdom Kids Preschool last week. There were a few challenges, such as a good breeze, a lot of shade, and a sound speaker that wasn’t quite up to the crowd. It’s all part of the learning process! The program was kept short, running just about 15 minutes, but was enjoyed by all. It marked the beginning of the library being out and about again after an absence of over one year – and what a year it’s been! We are going to host our first in-person program here on Friday, May 14 with the return of

our crafting get-together known as Hooks, Needles & Thread. This program is for adults and registration is required. You’ll find it listed on the Gaston County Public Library Calendar of Events, as well as the link for registration. If you prefer, you can call us to register as well. As programs slowly come back, our thoughts turn to summer and our annual Summer Reading program. Last summer was...interesting. Our doors were closed, curbside became our means of providing service, and we have never been so grateful for phones! We had to become quick navigators of virtual programming, learning to record and edit clips, attempting Facebook

Their first outdoor outreach program was a success as CBL Branch Manager, Ms. Traci, went to visit the students at First United Methodist Church of Cherryville’s Kingdom Kids Preschool last week. (photo provided)

Live (once...we’ll try again at some point, we promise), and finding other ways to think outside the box. Oh, how we longed for the simple days! Imagine our surprise when one of our wonderful patrons brought in buttons from previous Summer Reading programs. You can see them in the photo as well as a few magnets we have saved over the years. Long, long ago, when we were still part of the Gaston-Lincoln Regional Library system, we partnered with the Gaston Gazette to give out these items as prizes. This was almost 20 years ago – do you remember any of the themes? We did our best investigative work, but even then we couldn’t say with complete

confidence which theme goes with which button. (We suspect the “Chill Out” button was one of the many years that animals were the focus, but it could have also been from 1997’s “Thrills and Chills at the Library”.) For more information about all things library-related (and other questions, as we help with those, too!) call us at (704) 4356767. Better yet, stop by the branch at 605 E. Main Street during public service hours; we’d love to see you! We are open 10 a.m., to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 10 a.m., to 2 p.m., on Fridays and Saturdays. As always, stay safe and stay healthy!

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meeting apps. • Get involved together. An especially meaningful way to honor a mother who is always giving her time and love is to become involved in a difference-making organization. Joint volunteerism is a great way to spend more time together working toward a worthy goal. • Enjoy her hobbies and

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A day without laughter is a day wasted. –Charlie Chaplin

Remembering my mother on her special day Mother’s Day in this time of COVID is coming up (May 9). My darling wife tells me she wishes she could have met my mother. I agree. I wish she could have too. Of course, she would then wonder how someone as selfish as me could come from such a sweet little lady as my mom, but that’s another story. Alas, my memories of my mother are few. There are snippets I remember of her before her and my father’s untimely deaths, but only a few. See, while I should have been busy making more memories with them and trying my best to remember all I could, I was too busy being self-absorbed; too busy being what I was… a kid. Thing is, I never saw their demise coming. There was no way I could have. Were that possible I would have done anything within my power to savor each moment, or try to change fate or the future by stopping the wreck. I would have done literally anything to prolong the few years (15) I had with her

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and with him. That is, of course, a fantasy; the stuff about which movies and television shows are made. I have written in the past about my mom and dad, to honor them whenever their special days, or a birthday comes around. Truth is that’s the only way I can do it nowadays. I can’t pick up a phone and call them. Nor can I send them an email or Skype with them. There is no Facebook in heaven. But that’s okay. I know where they are today. I know they are smiling down not only on me and my little family, but are smiling down also

on the Family Powell, including the new addition (a baby girl) who is scheduled to arrive (we hope and pray) the month of May. Bottom line for all this sentimentalism? Whoever is your family this Mother’s Day; whoever and/or wherever your mother is, call her, text her, Skype with her, or, assuming you can do so, just walk out your door, get in your car and drive over and wish her a great Mother’s Day. She’ll appreciate it no matter how she carries on. How do I know this? Because the one memory I do have of my mom’s reaction to me wishing her a happy Mother’s Day happened the year before she died. I drew her a Mother’s Day card and gave it to her. She had this funny little way of touching her top lip with her tongue and tearing up when she was happy. That’s what she did when she saw it. That’s what I remember. That was her Mother’s Day gift to me. I treasure it still. I will never – CAN never – forget it. So, to all you moth-

ers and “Mommy II’s” out there, here’s hoping something special and loving you do or have done, however small, remains in your children’s memories for long, long years to come. Until time and times are done. Also, a note here: I am

blessed because I have a mother-in-law who is the greatest mother-in-law in the world. I’m prejudiced; I admit it. She’s a treasure. She lives here in North Carolina so we get to see her every day and she gets to be here with her daugh-

ter, my dear wife. So, to all you kids out there – old and young – remember mom on her special day this May 9. Remember her always – now and forever! Someday, you’ll be glad you did!

Believe or not, you have medical rights! Continuing the mission As Sunday, present sancMay 2, 2021 tuary with the approaches white columns (and will be and steep past when this steps. It was column appears) my very first Shady Grove experience Baptist Church with worof Cherryville shipping in will celebrate a church. huge milestone But let’s get By Anne S. Haynes in its history. back to now. A brand-new sanctuary Consider how I opened will be dedicated on that this column with a new Sunday which will fulfill ground level sanctuary that a lifelong dream for some will be dedicated in May. members and the reality of If you will look at the dates a place where many addiI have mentioned, the tional people can worship first Shady Grove Baptist God and accept salvation Church was built in 1881. through Jesus Christ. Advance 70 years and Shady Grove was esthe second Shady Grove tablished under a Brush Baptist Church was built in Arbor in 1881, and a small 1951. Advance another 70 wooden church was conyears to the present year structed near the site of its of 2021. How amazing is present modern buildings. that! Without a doubt the That first building was hand of God is, and has replaced in 1951 with the been, on this church. And

go one step further and realize the new sanctuary has been constructed during a pandemic! Shady Grove’s pastor, Rev. Dale Hendricks, will not take any credit for this milestone and gives all the glory and honor to God. And while I agree with him about giving the glory to God, I also know that God uses people who love Him, honor Him, and serve Him. This is exactly what Pastor Dale does wholeheartedly, with his family by his side. I cannot begin to tell you what God has in store for this church and the people here. Do rest assured that He will use willing servants to do His Will and advance His kingdom at Shady Grove as well as at countless other churches here and around the world.

Power, Parler, and the problem of Big Tech by DR. BRIAN DELLINGER Guest columnist Over the course of 2020, the previously minor social media application Parler rose to national prominence. The site served as a smaller, right-leaning mirror to Twitter, attracting an audience that included (among others) both U.S. senators and QAnon conspiracy theorists. Where Twitter forbade referring to a transgender person by biological sex, Parler reportedly banned users for mocking Republican congressman Devin Nunes. By the end of the year, the app had hit nearly three million daily users. That changed after the

Jan. 6 attacks on the Capitol, amid allegations that the app provided a haven for insurrectionist sentiments. Responses were swift and comprehensive. On Jan. 8, Google announced that it was removing Parler from its Google Play Store. Similar notices quickly arrived from Amazon, Apple, and other technology companies. The app could no longer access most mobile stores for download, authenticate its existing users, or even host any actual content. Any existing posts were lost. In effect, over the course of 48 hours, it functionally ceased to exist. It is sometimes difficult to assess conservative claims

of “big tech censorship.” On one hand, Parler’s erasure came only a day after Facebook suspended the account of President Donald Trump, and the same day that Twitter joined in that ban. On the other, the bans followed Trump’s defense of the Capitol attacks as “the things … that happen when a sacred landslide election victory is … stripped away.” To ban a sitting president is a drastic step, but it is hardly less extreme for that president to praise thugs who stormed the congressional building. Likewise, to the extent that claims of Parler’s complicity in the attacks are merited, its erasure, too, is justified. Yet these bans come

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responded, “I’m not You signing anything,” as she don’t have walked out the door. to stay in Most of the time we the nursing are submissively obehome if you dient to everything the don’t want medical community says to. If you to do. Many years ago, can manage to get out Glenn Mollette when “Magic” Johnson was diagnosed with HIV, and have Guest Editorial many of us believed he a place to would die very soon. go, then it’s That was in 1992 and he your life. Even if you want is still alive today. Johnson to spend your remaining once said, “I do what my days crawling in the floor doctor tells me to do.” to the kitchen or the bathIt only makes sense to room, then it’s your Godpay attention to our docgiven right to live out your tors. Most of the time, they days in such a way. know more than we do. If Too often people feel your cardiologist says to as if they do not have choices. Some nurse or so- take statins or high blood pressure medicine then cial worker says, “Oh, you can’t leave here.” Really? If it would be wise to do you are mentally and phys- so until you can get your numbers under control. ically able, then you can A friend of ours was show them by getting up, advised by her doctor putting on your clothes, if that she needed a hysyou are able, and walking terectomy. The doctor or crawling out the door. scheduled the procedure. A few years back, an Days before the procedure acquaintance went to the our friend called to say emergency room. After she had some unresolved 30 minutes of feeling like questions. The doctor she was being treated very poorly, she got up and left. never called her back so our friend called and An attending nurse called emailed the doctor’s office for her to stop saying, to cancel. The morning of “Wait, you can’t leave!” the scheduled surgery, the The acquaintance said, doctor called the woman “Watch me.” The nurse from the surgical room responded, “You have infuriated because our to see the doctor!” The friend did not show up. acquaintance said “No, I don’t.” To which the nurse Our friend said, “Doctor I never received a return call responded, “You can’t to answer my questions, so leave without signing this I cancelled the surgery.” paper!” The acquaintance

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Good News from Gaston When we ask ourselves, County Schools, April 2021 “What is faith?”

The Gaston County Board of Education received the following “good news” for the month of April 2021: ▪ The five finalists for Gaston County Schools Central Office Administrator of the Year are Brett Buchanan, Career and Technical Education; Chad Duncan, Athletics; Shannon Hullett, Academic Services; Curtis Poplin, Technology; and Alan Sprout, Technology. ▪ The five finalists for Gaston County Schools New Teacher of the Year are Hayley Bigelow, Holbrook Middle; Elizabeth Inzana, Hunter Huss High School; Madison Szucs, Robinson Elementary; Vekiza Williams, Woodhill Elementary; and Olivia Wylie, Stanley Middle. ▪ The five finalists for Gaston County Schools Teacher Assistant of the Year are Jenny Emerson, Cherryville Elementary; Dana Hannifin, Springfield Elementary; Wanda Marlowe, Catawba Heights Elementary; Giana McGuire, Pinewood Elementary; and Peyton Walls, Stanley Middle. ▪ Abbie Clark of Costner Elementary and W.C. Friday Middle School was named the Gaston County School Nurse of the Year, Julie-Ann Garcia Acosta of Gardner Park Elementary was named the School Social Worker of the Year, and David Rice of Ashbrook High School was named the School Counselor of the Year. ▪ Gaston County Schools in collaboration with the Gaston County Museum of Art and History sponsored the annual “Through An Artist’s Eyes” exhibit featuring 12 different categories: painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, comic art, ceramics, digital art, color drawing, mixed media, fiber arts, crafts, and black and white drawing. Stuart W. Cramer High School senior Molly Matthews earned “Best in Show” for her award-winning piece titled “Everyday,” and Southwest Middle School student Camila Bonilla earned “Best in Show” for her award-winning piece titled “In My Dreams.” In addition, North Gaston High School student Maria Casanova received the James C. Biggers Award for her piece titled “Woman.” The Director’s Choice Awards were awarded to Cherryville High School student Drake Lytton for his painting titled “Basketball Basquiat” and Grier Middle School student Kaylee Rojas for her piece titled “Starry Starry Night.” ▪ The Gaston County Schools Career and Manufacturing Expo was held virtually this year at each middle school and high school. Students were able to hear about local career opportunities from Blum, Lanxess, Daimler, Dixon Quick Coupling, and GSM Services. The annual program is co-sponsored by the Gaston Business Association and Gaston College. ▪ Middle school and high school students in Gaston County Schools are participating in the Students@ Work program, which is a partnership with the N.C. Department of Public Instruction and the N.C. Business Committee for Education. Throughout the month, students are engaging in virtual programs to learn about potential career opportunities in Gaston County. ▪ The “Do the Right Thing” award winners for March are James McPherson of Page Primary, Jannah Perdomo of York Chester Middle School, and Zoe Espinoza of East Gaston High School. The monthly recognition program honors students for outstanding leadership, service, and character. ▪ Belmont Middle School student James Dover won the Gaston County Spelling Bee. He will go on to represent Gaston County Schools at the Scripps National Spelling Bee. ▪ W.A. Bess Elementary media specialist Julie

Shatterly and fifth grader Mahi Patel were featured in the March 2021 edition of “School Library Journal.” ▪ W.A. Bess Elementary fourth grader Paisley McKay won second place in the “Art for Heart” contest and received a trophy, certificate, and gift card from the Heart Society of Gaston County. ▪ Molly Matthews and Tristan Nogueira of Stuart W. Cramer High School were selected as nominees for the best actor and best actress awards in this year’s Blumey Awards, a program that recognizes students in the Charlotte region for their outstanding achievements in theater arts. ▪ Stuart W. Cramer High School raised more $150 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. ▪ The following Stuart W. Cramer High School athletic teams qualified for the Scholar-Athlete Team distinction that is awarded by the N.C. High School Athletic Association: boys’ soccer, boys’ and girls’ basketball, boys’ and girls’ swimming, boys’ and girls’ cross country, volleyball, and cheerleading. The academic honor is based on the combined grade point average for team members. ▪ Classroom Central in Charlotte provided 150 boxes of school supplies for teachers in Gaston County Schools. Each box included pencils, pens, copy paper, crayons, color pencils, folders, notebooks, and more. The donated supplies were valued at approximately $24,000. Carr Elementary School hosted a curbside pickup event for teachers to receive the supplies. ▪ Gardner Park Elementary fifth grader Kordak Denovese received a scholarship to attend the Junior National Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. The program gives students an opportunity to engage in hands-on leadership activities and learn how to develop action plans to solve problems in their community. ▪ East Gaston High School teacher Brian Johnson was selected as one of five finalists for Regeneron’s STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) education and outreach effort. The Advancing Science Research Teaching (ASRT) program is designed to equip high school teachers with the knowledge, insight, and resources needed to increase research opportunities for students through the traditional STEM classroom setting, club programs, and related activities. ▪ East Gaston High School senior Callie Payne received a $110,000 scholarship to attend Lees-McRae College. ▪ Forestview High School senior Valerie Farfan is one of four finalists for the George and Patricia Barnard Scholarship. She also is a finalist for the Wayne F. Shovelin Scholarship and accepted the Beaver Scholarship for Health Education to attend Appalachian State University. ▪ Forestview High School senior Foster Rouse received his Eagle Scout honor. For his Eagle Scout project, he adapted toys for children with special needs and donated them to the Gaston County Schools Exceptional Children Department. ▪ Gaston Early College High School student Chloe Yurick was accepted to attend Seton Hall University and received a $75,000 scholarship. ▪ In appreciation of their hard work and support of students, Lingerfeldt Elementary teachers and staff received coffee and doughnuts from Miss Gastonia Julia DeSerio and Miss Gaston County’s Outstanding Teen Alexandria Foy, who is a student at Stuart W. Cramer High School. ▪ North Belmont Elementary teacher Vanessa Hairston was selected to participate in the Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership at N.C. State University.

▪ Pinewood Elementary teacher Rebecca O’Bryon is one of 30 educators from the United States who will be traveling to Nairobi, Kenya to visit award-winning educators and learn about the Kenyan educational system. While there, she will spend time with teachers who are making a difference in some of the most impoverished villages in the world. ▪ Rankin Elementary students and staff collected 7,564 nonperishable items as part of the school’s “Stock the Shelves with Kind Words” food drive. LeeAnn Pearson’s second grade class collected the most items with 1,544. The top student was Brayden Shrewbury, who contributed 1,336 cans. ▪ Sherwood Elementary conducted a campus beautification with help from members of the Laurel East Community Watch group.

thing that’s real and “ N o w certain. This is one faith is the thing that we as besubstance lievers can say about of things God, He is faithful. hoped for, By the time you are the evidence reading this article, of things not seen.” – Hethe congregation of brew 11:1 Shady Grove Baptist What is Church will have alREV. DALE HENDRICKS ready dedicated the faith? Pastor – Shady Grove Faith is new church Sanctuary Baptist Church an absolute to the Glory of God. conviction This is a project that based on the assurance that has been a long God’s promises will be fultime coming. Years of filled. prayer and preparation went I am so thankful that I can into this project, and when it put all my trust in an almighty was time to start construction, God who is steadfast and true COVID-19 was in full swing. no matter what. In the world Many asked if the church we are in today, with so many would go forward with this things spinning out of control, project or just put it on hold we need to be able to put our due to all of the uncertainties faith and trust in something surrounding the virus, the we can depend on…some- economy, and even church

attendance. With much prayer and consideration, we put our full faith and trust in God and decided to press forward. In June of 2020, we broke ground and on May 2, 2021, we dedicated the new sanctuary and celebrated 140 years as a church. To God be the Gory! There has been a lot of uncertainties over the past year and a few bumps in the road, but God has led us through every one of them. No matter what we may be facing in our personal lives or even in the life of our church, if we seek the will of God and put our full faith in Him, He will see us through. All of this starts when we put our faith in Jesus Christ as our Savior. He gives us hope when there seems to be no hope.

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First Baptist Church 301 East 1st Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-3796

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Shady Grove Baptist Church 3240 Tryon Courthouse Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-9605

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Mt. Zion Baptist Church 112 Mt. Zion Church Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-9636

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Victory Life Assembly of God 1655 Shelby Highway Cherryville, NC 704-435-5539

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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

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Zion Hill Baptist Church 3460 Zion Hill Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-3355

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STAR From Page 1 also is available for viewing anytime on the Gaston County Schools YouTube channel.” Superintendent of Schools Dr. W. Jeffrey Booker said, “Our Star Students are excellent examples of young people today. They have received numerous awards and accolades during their high school career, and they have contributed to their school and community in

meaningful ways. Our Star Students have their sights set on doing more, being more, and achieving more in life. There is no question that they are our stars for a better tomorrow.” Booker continued, “The Star Teachers have empowered their students with the knowledge, skills, and self-confidence needed to reach their fullest potential. They have been an inspiration to our Star Students, and they have encouraged all of their students to be the best they can be.”

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Hagans noted the Star Student from Cherryville High School is Chase McNeill, who plans to attend UNC-Chapel Hill to major in history. “His Star Teacher is Lance Holt, who teaches history at Cherryville High School,” added Hagans. Here is McNeill’s essay on his Star Teacher choice, Mr. Robert “Lance” Holt. McNeill wrote, “The teacher that has had the greatest impact on my life is the one and only Mr. Robert Holt. Mr. Holt is one of the most genuine teachers I have ever had the pleasure of being the student of. From making what some would call a boring class, to his intuitive and interactive lessons, he engages his students with games in order for them to learn and enjoy the class. I have observed this virtue in two different classes: American History I and AP American History, where his students seem to excel, resulting in high scores in class and on the AP Final Exam. Not only is he a great teacher, but he is also an exceptional role model. “My freshman year, Mr. Holt became a track coach, even though he had no prior knowledge of the sport. He did this from his heart for his students and sacrificed his own time to provide more for the

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school than he already did. In order to care for students outside of his own classes, he created the ‘Open Door Club’ in order to assist Student Government and help better the school. The club was anonymous to prove that there was no need to be recognized in order to be helpful. “Mr. Holt has inspired me to study history in college and has helped me through the process of applying to colleges as one of the teachers who wrote me an astonishing recommendation. Mr. Holt is a great teacher and a great man, and I am happy to have had the opportunity to be his student.” For his part, Mr. Holt said of being chosen by Mr. McNeill, “I am honored to be among the Star Teachers of Gaston County, especially since I was chosen by such an incredible young man. Chase was my student last year in AP U.S. History, and it should be no surprise that he excelled. I anxiously await news of his collegiate success as he attends UNC-Chapel Hill in the fall, as well as future endeavors as he pursues his passions. Every student honored here today (at the ceremony) is intelligent and hardworking, else they would not have achieved being (at) the top of their

class. Chase is no different, possessing a diligence and brilliance that made him amazing to teach as well as a respectfulness and kindness that will stick in my mind forever. “Chase, I am humbled that you would choose me as a teacher who impacted you during your time at CHS. As you face your future, remember that work ethic and kindness make all the difference. Your foundation is solid, and the halls of Cherryville High School will always welcome you. Find a way to make your passion your purpose, and go forth with courage. You are a wonderful young man. Thank you again for such a high honor.” This is Mr. Holt’s second nomination for Star Teacher, as he was previously nominated in 2014 by his daughter, Chloe, he said. Each student honoree receives a framed Star Student certificate and a Star Student lapel pin, and each teacher honoree receives an engraved Star Teacher trophy that is presented by the sponsor. Mister Hagans noted the Star Teacher-Star Students Awards program is a tradition for Gaston County Schools that dates back more than 20 years when the recognition ceremony

was presented by Time Warner Cable. The Gazette later assumed sponsorship of the program. The remaining Star Teachers/Star Students in the Class of 2021 and their respective schools are as follows: Ashbrook High School – Nicole Best. Her Star Teacher is Michael Rhodes; Bessemer City High School – Aleczandria Stinnett. Her Star Teacher is Patricia Knight; Stuart W. Cramer High School – David John Major. His Star Teacher is Holly Hoerst; East Gaston High School – MaKayla Boyd. Her Star Teacher is Deborah Lytz; Forestview High School – Harshil Ramchandani. His Star Teacher is Robert Combs; Gaston Early College High School – Savanna Mercer. Her Star Teacher is Megan Hibberts; Highland School of Technology – Madelyn Van Meter. Her Star Teacher is Anna Ballard; Hunter Huss High School – Lanadia Adams. Her Star Teacher is Bethany Huffman; North Gaston High School – Kaitlyn Bice. Her Star Teacher is Jennifer Reed; South Point High School – Sydney Lester. Her Star Teacher is Kody Kubbs; and Webb Street School – Sergio Roberto Quinonez Munoz. His Star Teacher is Kirsy Isabel.

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Ironmen win first two games of baseball season Former coach Henry Jones throws out pitch at first home game since COVID-19 shutdown by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info The Ironmen baseball team is off to a good start, winning their first two games – one an away game; the other at home at Fraley Field – of the 2021 season. The away game, played last Tuesday (April 27) at Ashbrook, was an 11-9 win, and a win for starter Kanon Willis. Head coach Scott Heavner used three pitchers in this matchup: Willis; Trip Creason; and Eli Newsome. For the Ironmen, Landon Hahn was 2-5, with 2 RBIs; Will Fowler was 2-4, with 2 RBIs; and Collin Robinson was 3-4, with 2 RBIs. Five

other Ironmen batters had a hit each. Against Christ the King This game, which the Ironmen won 9-0, was the first game played at Fraley Field since March 2020 when the coronavirus pretty much shut everything down across the world, from economies to sports. To start things off, former CHS Ironmen baseball head coach Henry Jones tossed out the first pitch to current Ironmen head coach Scott Heavner. Coach Jones was recently inducted as part of the Class of 2020 NCHSAA Sports Hall of Fame, in a recent ceremony in Cary, N.C. The starting (and winning) pitcher for the Ironmen was senior Dalton Pence, who struck out 14 Christ the King Crusader batters and walked only one. Eli Newsome came

Ironmen “lefty“ Dalton Pence throws to his catcher as he gets warmed up before the game against the visiting Crusaders of Christ the King High School.

in to relieve Pence in the sixth inning. Hitters for the CHS squad were Landon Hahn (1-5, got on due to a CTK error); Will Heavner (2-4); Ty Heavner (2-4, 5 RBIs); Will Fowler ( 2-4, 1 RBI); Ben Huffstetler (on base due to an error, 2 RBIs); and Chase Miller (1-1, 1 RBI). The Ironmen had nine runs off of eight hits; had one error, and left 10 men on base in this matchup. The Ironmen played Highland Tech at Gastonia’s Sims Park on Tuesday, May 4, and will be away again at Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy on Friday, May7. They are back home on Tuesday, May 11, to play Piedmont Charter. The team is currently 2-0 overall; 1-0 in SPC 1A play. (Additional information and stats by Susan L. Powell and Danny Eaker)

Former CHS Ironmen head baseball coach Henry Jones, who was just recently inducted into the NCHSAA’s Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2020, throws out the first pitch of the 2021 Ironmen baseball season last Friday night, at Fraley Field. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

CHS lead-off batter Landon Hahn keeps his eye on the ball as it heads his way from the mound.

Ironman Landon Hahn makes it back to the bag as CTK Crusader first baseman Jesse Filliault prepares to catch the throw from the pitcher.

Ironmen senior Ty Heavner drives a pitch by CTK hurler Parker Shipman into the outfield.

CHS’s Landon Hahn rounds third heading for home. Crusader third baseman Joseph Sides can only watch as the play unfolds.

C HERRYVILLE As CTK catcher Conner Furstenberg yells for his outfield to hurry up and throw the ball to him, CHS senior Christian Hahn runs into home for the score as his brother, junior Landon Hahn, who has already crossed the plate, waves him in.

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TRUMP MAGA ITEMS. Get TRUMP gold coins, bucks, pins, fridge magnets, ﬂags and hats online at TRUMP-MAGA. shop - Email us if you have trouble with the link. NC4Ever@email.com

COINS * COINS * COINS. We Buy & Sell Coins. “Coin Collector Supplies.” JAKE’S KNIVES & COLLECTIBLES. 1008 South Lafayette Street, Shelby. Call 704-600-6996 (980) 295-5568

EMPLOYMENT COUNTER SALESMAN NEEDED. Auto Parts U Pull & Scrap Metal of Lincolnton. Apply in person at 851 Car Farm Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092, 704-735-5085. NOW HIRING Experienced Laborer. Call 704-477-0516. NEED A LABORER. AT Auto Parts of Shelby. Must have a valid driver license. Apply in person at 1021 County Home Road, Shelby, NC. 28152. 704487-5234.

EMPLOYMENT

CHURCH KEYBOARDEST/ VOCALIST/DIRECTOR. Lafayette Street Church (Shelby, NC) is accepting resumes’ for the position of Church Musician / Vocalist / Director. We are happily transitioning out of our COVID worship restrictions and adding live performed music to our Sunday Worship Service. We will begin with combination keyboardist/vocalist to perform/ lead hymn singing and as restrictions wane, expand to ensemble and larger group singing. Applicants should be expertly proﬁcient on keyboards and have an accurate singing voice. Initial compensation will be hourly (up to 10 hours per week) transitioning to a part-time staff position (20 hours per week). Compensation rate negotiable. Be prepared to audition as part of your interview. Email vitae to LSC Search Chair @ poohpig@bellsouth. net. Leave any questions for clariﬁcation @ 704-393-1650 (machine) – include call-back #. (704) 393-1650 poohpig@ bellsouth.net

MECHANICS NEEDED!! WE NEED TWO experienced mechanics to diagnose and repair tractors. Also one to service tractors, lawnmowers and put implements together. Must have own tools. Must have experience. Mon-Fri., 8am-5pm. Pay based on experience. Call Phil, 828-429-5008.

ONE ON ONE CARE IS CURRENTLY HIRING FOR ALL SHIFTS. Apply in person at 203 Lee St., Shelby, NC 28150. SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC NEEDED. HoJoe Powersports & Equipment is looking to hire a full-time small engine mechanic. Experience a must! Background check & valid driver license required. EOE. Apply in person at 110 Grigg St., Shelby, NC HOME HEALTH AIDE. Some cooking, light laundry, light cleaning, must have driver’s license to drive person to dialysis. Perfect job for a person wanting a few extra $$ and it won’t tie you down. Please call 828-289-7362. TRUCK DRIVER POSITIONS AVAILABLE. TRUCK DRIVER - CDL A - 1 YEAR EXP. - FLATBED DRIVERS - $3000 SIGNON BONUS - WEEKENDS OFF - WEEKLY PAY - BENEFITS - KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC Ph. 1-800-811-0947 EXT 129

CHRISTIAN SCHOOL HS MATH TEACHER. Charity Christian School has an opening for a High School Math Teaching Position. Anyone that would be interested should contact us by email at: charitychristianschool@gmail.com (704) 419-4574 NEEDING PARTS PULLER AT AUTO PARTS of Shelby. Must have your own tools. Apply in person at 1021 County Home Road, Shelby, NC 28152 704-487-5234. NEED A LABORER at Auto Parts of Shelby. Must have a valid driver license. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC 28152. 704487-5234 TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR CASHIERS. Shop and Save at 4328 Polkville Road, Polkville. Experience preferred but not necessary. Must be able to work any shift. Apply in person. (704) 284-3111 HELP WANTED. Person to assist management in running a real estate business. Truck and tools needed. Wages are negotiable. Part-time. 704-418-6116. SALES ASSOCIATE POSITION (FULL TIME). JB Ellis Locksmith is looking to hire a full time Sales Associate. Customer service experience a plus! Valid drivers license and background check required. EOE. Apply in person at 110 Grigg St., Shelby, NC. PARTS PULLER POSITION. In need of a Parts Puller at Auto Parts U Pull & Scrap Metal of Lincolnton. Must have your own tools. Apply in person at 851 Car Farm Road Lincolnton, NC 28092. 704-735-5085 NOW HIRING. Experienced roofers needed. (704) 477-0516 HELP WANTED AT RIVERSIDE RIDING STABLES. Trail Guide, own transportation, dependable, prefer female. Full/ Part-time. Must have experience with horses. Serious Inquiries Only! 828-288-1302. ASSISTANT MANAGER. Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity is seeking an Assistant Manager for ReStore 269. Applicants should be team oriented, have excellent customer service skills and a friendly and industrious personality. Physical labor including lifting required on this job. Retail management experience helpful. Send resume to RCHFH, PO Box 1534, Rutherfordton, NC 28139. No phone calls please.

FULL TIME MAINTENANCE MAN NEEDED. Maintain rental properties. Must have valid NC Drivers license. Pay depends on experience. (704) 473-4299 COATS PERFORMANCE MATERIALS (Patrick Yarns) 501 York Road, Kings Mountain. Apply Within. For more information, email jobs-northamerica@ coats.com or call 980-291-2216. HIRING IMMEDIATELY ! Multiple Positions. Days and Nights Available. ABM Industries at NEG located at 940 Washburn Switch Rd., Shelby, NC. Apply at abm.jobs@jobaline.com Questions? Call 704-434-2261 ext. 22473

HIRING CLASS A CDL DRIVER. LOCAL RUNS, HOME EVERYDAY, GREAT PAY, GREAT BENEFITS. MUST HAVE GREAT DRIVING RECORD. APPLY IN PERSON AT MVS; 325 SPINDALE ST., SPINDALE NC 28160 OR CALL 828748-5353 FOR MORE INFO. EXPERIENCED CARPENTERS & SIDING HANGERS NEEDED. (Must Have Own Hand Tools) Pay Based On Experience. “We Do 1st QUALITY WORK!” Contact Geno Wyatt at Wyatt Construction. (864) 4908323

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 J & H JUNK REMOVAL Locally owned and operated company, offering Junk Removal, Demo Services, and MORE! Serving Rutherford, Cleveland, Polk counties and surrounding areas. Call today for your free estimate! (828) 351-9168 hardinjonesmoving@gmail.com CANIPE’S PROPERTY MAINTENANCE, LLC 704-692-7536 Mulch, Gravel, Brush Clean Up, Driveway Repair, Parking Pad, Tractor Work. Call Chuck 704-692-7536.

MIND & BODY WELLNESS, PLLC. At Mind & Body Wellness, we treat Behavioral Health, Suboxone Therapy for opioid addiction, and Primary Care! From childhood to geriatrics, we’re here for examination, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing wellness. Completely HIPAA approved Telehealth appts! (910) 387-3840 ltindall@ mindandbodywellnesspllc.com RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR AVAILABLE for small job repairs and ﬁxes. Deck repair a specialty. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Bob, 828-476-6058. PAINTING SERVICES. Over 25 years experience, affordable prices. Professional results. References available. Free estimates. Charles, or leave message. (704) 435-8062. LOOK! WANT YOUR UTILITY BUILDING MOVED? Call me, Richard Baker. We move anywhere. (704) 473-9736 WHOLESALE GUTTER SUPPLY. SPI Distribution is your local source for gutter coil and accessories. Stocking 14 of the most popular colors along with top leaf protection options. Conveniently located along I-74 at 5123 E. Dixon Blvd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Better Quality - Better Service everyday. (704) 750-4395 spisales@ spigutter.com

TEACHER NEEDED. $9.00 to $15.00 per hour. “Based on Experience and Education”. Apply In Person at KIDS WORLD CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER located at 1152 Wyke Rd., Shelby NC. 704-471-1717.

TAX SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUAL/SMALL BUSINESS. TAX PREPARATION-Limited Appointments Left-Deadline May 17! We are a local (Boiling Springs, NC) family based business specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping and accounting services with over 25 years of experience. Another Way Home Accounting and Taxes, LLC. 910-777-7194, www. linkedin.com /in /trudie-underwood-a345013a, email: awhtaxes@gmail.com (252) 314-0777 trudieu@yahoo. com

COMPLETE CARE INC. Is seeking CNAs / In Home Aides for Cleveland and Gaston Counties. Apply M-F, 8am-4pm at 404 W. Warren St, Shelby, NC 28150 or call (704) 480-9340

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, 704692-4449. SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587

ROB’S LAWN CARE. I do lawns in the Shelby Area. Reasonable Rates! Call 704-4875065 or (704) 297-0325

FOR SALE

S&S LAWNCARE AND HANDYMAN SERVICES. Lawn Care and Landscaping services in Cleveland County. Business & Residential. Mowing, Trimming, Bush Trimming, Mulching, Real Estate Prep, Free Estimates. (704) 297-6448

AUCTIONS MID-CENTURY MODERN ONLINE AUCTION. Over 300 items- View the entire catalog and register to bid @ www. auctionsondemand.hibid.com SCAL4014 (803) 209-0617 auctionsondemand@gmail.com

YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY BIG MOVING SALE. Sat., May 8th, 7 AM-Until. Lots of good stuff. Farmall tractors & equipment, Furniture, Women’s & Big Men’s clothes, House furnishings, collectibles and lots of different stuff. Rain or shine. 5037 Harmon Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

GASTON COUNTY

1970 CADILLAC MOTOR for sale. 472 cubic in. $750.00. 704473-1079. FOR SALE. Ladies bicycle $45, 1 Mantis tiller $90, upright piano $450. Also Bernina serger sewing machine. (704) 825-5701 USED WOOD WORKING EQUIPMENT. Best Offer! Several pieces of used wood working equipment. Call for details. 828289-4417 USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. 828-286-8674. PROPANE GRILL TANKS REFILLED. Only $10.99. Call 828287-3272.

PLASTIC 55 GALLON SOLID TOP, $10. Barn ﬁnd: International Cub tractor, $1800, needs work. 78-79 model Ford 2000 tractor needs minor work $3500. (828) 327-4782 OLD RECORDS LOT OF 7000. Over 7000 records, ranging from 40’s to early 70’s. Condition from good to brand new in plastic cover. NO Cherry picking. Must sell the entire lot. Records collected over several years. IE: Sinatra, Cline Elvis, etc. Serious buyers only please! (828) 625-9744 csisams@ hotmail.com TIME TO STOCK-UP FOR FALL. Seasoned wood: Ideal for camping & outdoor ﬁre pits. 828395-0758. COMPLETE HOME GYM SET. Total Gym Brand, like new, all books and video’s. Paid over $2000, will take $1750. 864-5424562. “COVETED VETERANS CIRCLE” In Gaston Memorial Park. Three Burial Plots For Sale. Will Sell Together or Individually. Price Negotiable. (919) 272-5503 10’ PULL BEHIND TRAILER, wooden enclosure. Good for hauling wood, sand, rock, furniture, etc., $600. (704) 825-1646 WANTED: LOOKING FOR OLDER Martin or Gibson guitar. Gift for uncle. Would consider other quality brands. God Bless. 704-538-9207, 843-6709727.

TWO-THREE FAMILIES. Karen Court/Carolina Drive, Sat., May 8th, 8:00AM-12:00PM. Furniture, kitchen, bedroom and L.R. items, electronics, PS3 player/ games. Ford 350 Truck. Cherryville, NC 28021

FOR SALE ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Zero down. Call for more details. 828-382-0455. 18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,395. 704-482-3166. DEER CORN. SHELLED, 50lbs, $8. 828-287-3272. ANTIQUES & MORE N BEAMS MILL. Furniture, Antiques, collectibles, man cave items, bottles & more. Thurs.-Fri., 10am5pm. Sat., 9am-4pm. Closed Sun.-Wed. 4135 Fallston Road, Shelby. (Hwy 18 north.) We have maple drop-leaf table with 6 chairs, curio cabinets, baseball cards, galvanized buckets. 704312-6410. 1980-1992 FORD TRUCK PARTS. Cabs, doors, etc. Call for price! (704) 300-1818 kim_ hopper@bellsouth.net SCREEN PRINTING SUPPLIES FOR SALE. Real Cheap! Call 828-289-3601. WHIRLPOOL POWER SAVER AIR CONDITIONER 18,000 BTU, thermostat controlled, comes with support bracket, only used 1 summer, been in storage, $320; cherry entry or sofa table, 48x20x29, has a few scratches, still good shape, $40; Big Man wooden rocking chair, $50. (704) 297-0063 CLEAR TOP FRIGIDAIRE STOVE. Self Cleaning oven, black. Black Amana Refrigerator. 18 cu ft. $700 for the pair. (704) 477-5460

REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING SYSTEM. Mac by Robinair Recovery and Recycling System. Comes with spare tank. Can send pictures by phone. $475. (704) 300-1818 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 FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Long wheelbase load, Full loaded. $70.00/load. Delivered. 864492-4793 or 803-627-9408. CARPORTS, GARAGES, BUILDINGS, RV, BOAT COVERS IN STOCK. Areas largest on site display. Best selection, quality price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 Hwy. 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895. HAVE A TRAILER NOT USING? SELL IT! J. Johnson Sales INC. Buy, Sale, Trade trailers. Must have title. Call 828-245-5895. ENCLOSED TRAILER IN STOCK. Dump trailers in stock and more on the way! J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 828-245-5895. 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. UN-LOCKED IPHONE 7, LIKE NEW. $150. Call 704-692-0748 or 704-473-6014. HIGH QUALITY BANNERS FOR SALE. We offer many sizes and options. Call for more info and price. 704-692-4449 or 828-248-1408. BUSINESS CARDS FOR SALE. 1,000 Black & White, $35.00 plus tax. Buy Local! Call 828-248-1408. 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. HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 4876855

ANTIQUES UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION: Farm House Decor, Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Toys, Jewelry and MORE. Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-4pm. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on FB. 828-382-0075.

FOR SALE

4 TIRES AND RIMS. Cash Only! They ﬁt a 2018 dodge ram 2500! They had only 16,000 miles on them when we took them off the truck about 50 percent tread on them! Great deal!! (704) 7183993 twin2226@yahoo.com

CRICKET ELECTRONIC CUTTING MACHINE for cake or other. New-still in box. $125.00. 704-538-9304

MOVING SALE. ANTIQUES, COLLECTABLES, MORE. Fri. May 7th, 2021 from 08:00 AM - ? Sat. May 8th, 2021 from 08:00 AM - ? 100 Ponder Road, Grover, NC 28073

ROCK SPRINGS BAPTIST CHURCH. 1184 Rock Springs Road, Blacksburg, SC is prayerfully seeking a full time Senior Pastor who believes and preaches the Word of God. We are a rural King James Version Bible Believing congregation. Our Worship service is enhanced by singing of the Old Hymns and Southern Gospel Music. If you feel that God is leading you to our church, please email you resume’ to: Betty Rogers: rogersbj35@yahoo.com, mail to 558 Bridges Road, Blacksburg,SC 29702, or (704) 473-3066

NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. (704) 473-0341

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Spring Tune-up Special, $59.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-4779119 or 704-472-9367.

BUSINESS SERVICES

CLASS A CDL DRIVERS NEEDED to haul wood product. Local run. Must pass drug test (828) 430-6293 RESTORE ASSOCIATE. Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity is seeking a ReStore Associate. Excellent customer service skills are a must. Applicants must work well with others and have a friendly and industrious personality. Must be able to lift 75 lbs, assist customers with merchandise, answer phone and greet customers. Other duties include loading and unloading ReStore donations and assist with overall store cleanliness. Applications available at the Habitat ReStore at 686 W. Main Street, Forest City. No phone calls please.

BUSINESS SERVICES

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788 SHELBY SHOPPING. www. ShelbyNC.shop is the new way to shop Shelby area shops, stores, boutiques and more. Visit Online NC4Ever@email.com DELICIOUS SWEET SUGAR-FREE HEALTHY JUICE. www.USACarolina. com is where you will ﬁnd numerous products made in North Carolina from Muscadines. NC4Ever@email. com GIFT SHOP NOW OPEN ONLINE USAGift.shop Now Open Online. Where the gift selection changes often. Visit Online NC4Ever@email.com 16X40 OR TWO STORY BUILDINGS BUILT ON SITE. 1 DAY INSTALL. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-245-5895. FLAG POLES, FLAGS IN STOCK. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. Call 828245-5895. 50+ TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW. More on the way! Areas largest selection, quality, best price. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., Forest City. 828-245-5895. 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 UTILITY BUILDINGS, STORAGE BUILDINGS. Steel, Wood, Vinyl. Some fully insulated, 1 to 2 day delivery if buy from stock. Cash or low down payment with monthly payments. No credit ok. J. Johnson Sales INC. 828-2455895.

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. REFRIGERATORS, STOVES, WASHERS, DRYERS. Discount Prices. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby NC. (704) 487-4443

LOST & FOUND LOST CAT! Graham Street/Uptown Shelby. Gray/Tan/White Female. Tipped ear. REWARD. If found call Pat. 704-419-2059.

WANT TO BUY CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704692-6767, (704) 487-0228 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 NEED TO SELL YOUR CAR? Come See Us.... WE WILL GIVE YOU A FAIR PRICE! Francis Bros. Used Cars located at 134 N. Main St., Boiling Springs, NC. Phone 704-434-2669 WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, Pop-Up Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935. WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021

The Cherryville Eagle

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CHS Ironmen track teams do well at recent meet by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info Cherryville Ironmen men’s and women’s track coaches Justin W. Willyoung and Houston Gilmore were pleased with their teams’ showing this past week as the men placed first in their meet and the women places a solid second. Coach Willyoung, Head Men’s Track and Field Coach, noted the team scores for the boys were as follows: CHS– 105; HighlandTech – 61; Christ the King – 33; and Bessemer City – 18, while the scores for the girls were Christ the King – 66; CHS – 53; Highland Tech – 49; and BCHS – 7. Said Coach Willyoung, “The boys top performers were Jackson Owens in the 400-meter dash, first place; 4 by 100-meter relay, first place); 4 by 200-meter relay, first place; and 4 by 400-meter relay, second place.” Others in the men’s team doing well were: Jack Mulvey – High Jump, first place; Long Jump, first place; and Triple Jump, first place; Chase McNeil – 4 by 100-meter relay, first place; 4 by 200-meter

relay, first place; 4 by 400-meter relay, second place; and 400-meter dash, second place; Matt Torres – 4 by 100-meter relay, first place; 4 by 200-meter relay, first place; 4 by 400-meter relay, second place; and third place in the 400-meter dash. Anthony Roberts – 4 by 200meter relay, first place; second place in the High jump; Long Jump, second place; and Triple Jump, second place; Scott Stroupe – 3,200-meter, first place; and 1,600 meter, third place; Markize Heard – 300 hurdles, first place; 110 hurdles, second place; and third place in the Long Jump. Marlon Gomez-Alamillo took first place in the 4 by 100-meter relay and second place in the 4 by 400-meter relay. Zamir Dunbar placed third in the 200-meter dash, while Gage Price placed third in the shot put and third in the discus. Coach Willyoung noted there was “…no shortage of heart or character (last week) for the Ironmen.” He continued, “As a team we had a goal of proving this season that we are not to be underesti-

mated and here to win and that’s exactly what we did all day on the track and in the field. Event after event our athletes showed up in top form and held nothing back, we could not be more proud of these kids or the effort they showed. “Mentally, they came prepared and pushed through the heat and pain to accomplish exactly what we set out to do. We had a lot of first and second place finishes out there but what we are most proud of is the effort and teamwork that our kids displayed and the support they showed each other and the other teams.” Willyoung noted juniors Jackson Owens and Jack Mulvey were three-event winners for the boys team and helped to put many points on the board in the victory. He added senior Chase McNeill showed much “grit” coming off a fractured lower leg from soccer season. “He had to run different events than he is accustomed too while easing himself back into shape and filled in admirably in all four events,” said Willyoung. Freshman Marlon Gomez-Ala-

millo showed, noted coach Willyoung, a “ton of heart” by stepping up in the 4 by 400-meter relay and keeping his team in the race, allowing Owens to run down the other team and secure secnd place in a tough race. Sophomore Kam Bolin and senior Markize Heard impressed with solid performances in the hurdle events, said Willyoung, who added, “Sophomore Scott Stroupe set the pace in the boys 3200 and never lost his lead, cruising to an easy victory in the event. He also ran a personal best 1,600meter time on the day. “(Senior) Gage Price turned in a solid performance in the throws adding two third-place finishes while senior Matt Torres, who is one of the most versatile members of the team, did a great job leading off our relays and helping us secure victories in two of his four events.” Junior Anthony Roberts secured three second place finishes in the jumps, said Coach, and was a member of the winning 4 by 200meter relay team. Said Coach Willyoung, “It’s going to be fun to watch Jack and

Anthony in the jumps this year, as both have the ability to win each event on any given day.” In Lady Ironmen track action, Coach Houston Gilmore said his top performing girls are Rylee Grace Burgis, who placed first in the High Jump, Long Jump, and the 4 by 200 relay, and second place in the 4 by 100-relay. Others of the ladies who did well at the recent meet were Callista Spencer – first place, 4 by 200 relay; second in the 4 by100; and third in the 100- and 200-meter dash. Izzy Wilson placed first in the 4 by 200 relay and second in the 4 by 100 relay, while Sarah Rayfield placed first in the 300 hurdles, and second in the 100 hurdles. Ceniya Powell placed first in the 4 by 200 relay and Gabbi McCorkle placed first in the shot put. Coach Gilmore said, “The meet on the girls’ side was definitely a team effort. I am proud of the effort that each girl gave on every event. We had great showings from multiple competitors. We had a lot of top-place finishers in different events. I look forward to us continuing our upward tra-

jectory for this season.” In conclusion, Coach Willyoung noted juniors Rylee Grace Burgis and Callista Spencer led the way for the girls’ team placing in four events each. Said Willyoung, “Rylee Grace is in her first year of high school track and is already on pace to finish among the top in the region in a few of her events. She has been a welcome addition to the team. Callista ran strong, as always, and we are eager to see her continue to improve. Senior Izzy Wilson, who missed last season due to a torn ACL, came back strong this year to regain her place in the relays, she worked hard and helped us score valuable points. “Freshmen Ceniya Powell and Sarah Rayfield stepped up and put forth some strong efforts on the track, while sophomore Gabbi McCorkle had a great day and strong showing in the throws, taking first place in the shot put.” Both coaches said they have a great deal of new and young members on the girls’ squad that are all looking to contribute after a strong showing last week.

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CAMPERS

WANT TO BUY DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-2893081 or Jimmy 828-289-1175. RECORD ALBUMS. 33 1/3 RPM 45 RPM with Picture Sleeves from the 1960’s to 1990’s; 78 RPM Blues Artists. (919) 314-7579 WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

FARM & GARDEN BX25 KUBOTA TRACTOR MOWER DECK. Under the belly, 60” cut. Model RCK60B23BX, $1800. Call 570-419-6654. NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-287-3272. GARDEN TILLING SERVICES AVAILABLE. Tractor with 6’ rototiller. Reasonable prices. No job too big or small. Call 704692-4079.

PETS & LIVESTOCK MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL. Just in time for Mother’s day - We currently have 1 - Parti Yorkie (male) and 3 regular Yorkies (male) - These are all full-blood puppies. CKC registered and papered- Health Guarantee, all shots and worming up to date. So much love to give. (704) 473-7042 rvcollins70@gmail.com BULLY WITH PAPERS, $800. White and grey male 13 week old puppy, will only sell to a good home. (980) 238-9544

CATAHOULA/BOXER PUPPIES for sale. Vetted with shots. Ready May 1st. $325.00. 4 Males and 4 females. 828-6251988. BULLY WITH PAPERS 800$ White and grey male 13 week old puppy will only sell to a good home (980) 238-9544 lyndseybarr7@gmail.com LIKE NEW WESTERN SADDLE 17”. Nice leather saddle that’s never been trail ridden with breast collar and Bridle/reins. $375. (828) 429-3884 bsblaylock117@gmail.com DOG KENNELS. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 20x20 tops, split kennels. Pickup or we deliver and install available. J. Johnson Sales INC, Forest City. 828-2455895.

CARS & TRUCKS

REAL ESTATE

FOR RENT

2011 BUICK ENCLAVE CXL-1. Silver, V6 Auto, 3rd Row Seat, Sunroof and Moonroof, Leather, 196,000 miles, Rebuilt Motor, DVD Player, Chrome Wheels, $10,500. Call (704) 300-1818

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VACATIONS 2014 PALOMINO COLUMBUS FIFTH WHEEL EXCELLENT CONDITION 2014 PALOMINO COLUMBUS 385BH FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER. WE PURCHASED BRAND NEW IN 2013 AND HAVE KEPT THE MAINTENANCE UP-TO-DATE. WE RECENTLY INSTALLED A NEW 15,000 BTU AIR CONDITIONER, BRAND NEW REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN, TWO NEW TOILETS, AND SKYLIGHT IN MAIN BATHROOM. NEW TIRES WERE INSTALLED IN 2020 AND A NEW BLACK WATER VALVE A MONTH AGO. ALL DEN FURNITURE HAS BEEN RECOVERED RECENTLY AS WELL. ALL SLIDES WORK AS EXPECTED AND EACH SLIDE HAS AN AWNING OVER IT. THERE IS A CLOSET WITH WASHER/DRYER HOOKUPS IN THE MASTER BEDROOM AND THERE IS AN OUTSIDE KITCHEN WITH A SECOND MICROWAVE, REFRIGERATOR AND SINK. THERE IS A CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEM INSIDE WHICH WORKS GREAT! THE THERMOSTAT WORKS FOR HEAT AND AIR AND THERE IS A GAS FIREPLACE IN THE DEN WITH A BLOWER FOR CHILLY NIGHTS. THE BUNKHOUSE WOULD SLEEP 4-5 KIDS AND HAS A SEPARATE 1/2 BATH AND ENTRY/ EXIT DOOR. EACH TIME WE TAKE OUT, WE THOROUGHLY CLEAN THE INSIDE AND IT LITERALLY STILL SMELLS BRAND NEW. THE ONLY FLAW IS THE TOP OF THE CAP IS FADING A BIT. WE HAVE HAD IT WASHED AND WAXED FOR THE NEW OWNER TOO! IT’S REALLY A GREAT FIFTH WHEEL AND WE ARE ONLY SELLING BECAUSE WE DON’T NEED A BUNKHOUSE ANY LONGER. PLEASE CALL/TEXT FOR MORE INFO AND PICTURES. (704) 477-0870 JOYCOOKE711@GMAIL.COM

CARS & TRUCKS LABRADOODLE PUPPIES. Two female and 3 Male Labradoodle Puppies. Mom is a yellow AKC Lab and Dad is an AKC full size Poodle. One male is a copper or red color and others are cinnamon and light tan. Currently 6 weeks ready for new home at 8 weeks. Red Male $1200 others $1000. Don 864-492-5138. dvcaldwell38@gmail.com

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1998 FORD EXPLORER 154,000 miles, $500. Recently had a Crate engine replacement. The automatic transmission needs to be replaced. (828) 447-3011

2016 BUICK LACROSSE PREMIUM. One owner, 94k miles, 6 cylinder, auto, loaded with all options, highway miles, lady driven, never smoked in, like new. Asking $13,000. Call 704692-4449. 2010 FORD RANGER XLT. 4.0 engine, 4 door, auto, cruise, tilt, CD player, bedliner, aluminum wheels, 54,000 miles. $7500. 828-287-3820. 2006 DODGE RAM $18,800. 2500 Heavy Duty, 64,000 Miles - (second owner), 4X4, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, AM/FM CD PLAYER, TILT / CRUISE, MANUEL LOCKS AND WINDOWS, FLEET MAINTAINED, TRANSMISSION COOLER. (704) 418-2889 tedeasterjr@gmail.com

OCEAN LAKES BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT. 2 bedroom with sleeper sofa WiFi, golf cart. Weeks and weekends available. 704-473-1494. BOOKING NOW. Nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in the heart of Myrtle Beach. $650 week. No texts please. Call 704-4183790. 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

MOBILE HOMES 1999 BROADMORE 16X76 SINGLEWIDE. 1999 Broadmore By Fleetwood. 16 x 76 SingleWide for Sale. Has a newer AC Unit. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1216 Square Foot. Was rented for $650.00 per month. In decent shape has a swell in the kitchen ﬂoor. Please call to setup an appointment to come view. $29,500 or Best Offer. MUST REMOVE FROM PROPERTY WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE. Alex 704-3003938. aataylor2@gmail.com

NEW APARTMENTS, FULLY MODERNIZED! Beautiful new apartments in Cramerton at Residences at Humboldt Woods! Available for move in May 1st! $850 Month. Fully modernized 1 bed, 1 bath, 600sqft units with on site laundry. Located 1m off New Hope Rd near Cramerton. 3 min to US74. Contact L&E Properties today to schedule a tour - 704-705-4534! Apply here: https://lucyethel. appfolio.com /listings /detail / 8c8fa1e9-e540 - 4a25919f-e0971a9b43aa Professionally managed. Be at home, in a Humboldt home. www.humboldtwoods.net Gastonia, NC 28056 (704) 705-4534 rentals@humboldtwoods.net RUTHERFORD COUNTY TWO RESTRICTED MOUNTAIN VIEW LOTS in gated community, near Lake Lure. Owner ﬁnancing available, 0% ﬁnancing for a limited time. Also, 78 Acre Riverfront Horse Farm, 5 miles from TIEC. 864909-1035, www.rowelland.com

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1 BEDROOM APARTMENT IN GROVER. $700 month plus utilities. No pets, No smoking. Call for info (704) 937-7630

I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-4720006. SALE OR RENT ON MOSS LAKE. 4 bedroom house $425,000 or $1400 month, $1400 deposit. Enjoy your afternoons on the lake and boating. No dogs allowed. 824-8050035. GASTON COUNTY

NEW APARTMENTS, FULLY MODERNIZED! Beautiful new apartments in Cramerton at Residences at Humboldt Woods! Available for move in May 1st! Fully modernized 1 bed, 1 bath, 600sqft units with on site laundry. Located just off New Hope Rd near Cramerton. Contact L&E Properties today to schedule a tour - 704-705-4534! Apply here: https://lucyethel. appfolio.com /listings /detail / 8c8fa1e9 - e540 - 4a25 919f-e0971a9b43aa Professionally managed. Be at home, in a Humboldt home. www.humboldtwoods.net Gastonia, NC 28056 (704) 705-4534 rentals@humboldtwoods.net

RENTER WANTED. Large bedroom in 3 Bedroom renovated farmhouse. Country setting just minutes to downtown Shelby, food and shopping. All furnished and use of house. (980) 267-5454 BOB BAUGHAM 3 bedroom, 2 bath near Lattimore. $950 month, $950 deposit. Please call after 5/2/21. 704-472-7974. 1 BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT Shelby Area. Includes Stove & Refrigerator. No Smoking or Pets. Not HAP Eligible. Heat/Water Included $495 Month Rent. (704) 487-5480

RUTHERFORD COUNTY IMMEDIATE OPENING: 1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS. CREEKSIDE CROSSING APTS in Spindale, a great place to live with neighborhood feel and common areas. Designed for the elderly (55 or older) or persons with disabilities (age 45 or older). We are accepting applications for 1 & 2BR units. Spacious ﬂoor plans, dishwasher, laundry room. Section 8 welcome. Accessible units designed for persons with disabilities subject to availability. $25 application fee, credit/criminal check required. Visit us M-Th by appointment from 9am–2pm at 358 West Street or call 828395-1956 for more info. Equal Housing Opportunity. Professionally managed by Partnership Property Management, an equal opportunity provider and employer. MHP LOTS FOR RENT RUTHERFORDTON. Blue Ridge Mobile Home Park. Large vacant lots. Available immediately. Call for Price. (727) 743-4908 crey13860@ gmail.com

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REAL ESTATE LAND FOR SALE. 56.6 AC. Timberland w/large trees. Located on Knob Creek in Cleveland County. $3,500 per acre. 704-538-9979, 704-538-0152.

COMMERCIAL OFFICE FOR RENT. Tired of working out your home? Started a new business and need office space? We have broken this building up into several smaller office units. This commercial building Zoned “Business Commercial” located on U.S. Highway 74 Business, Shelby, North Carolina enjoys a daily traffic count in excess of 40,000 cars” We office space starting at $2 sq. ft.(with two year lease and office Room starting at $350 a month (approximately 110 sq ft) a month with a one year lease. Price for complete floor level available. $2000 for lower level, $2500 for main level, Upper level NOT available. Utilities and WiFi included. We also provide the restroom and maintain the common area of the building which includes shared break room (includes microwave and mini fridge),and bathroom. Virtual offices and shared offices also available. Managed by Big H Properties (404) 780-5224 ucitnc@gmail.com

SENIOR HOUSING FOR RETIREES. Private Apartments and Cottages for independent living in a retirement community. All utilities and appliances included. Housekeeping weekly and a meal package is provided. Quiet, clean and picturesque property. No smoking. Pets are allowed with deposit. $2125 Month. (828) 606-9165 M fi t zg e r a l d @ s a ns to n e health.com

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

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2BR, 1BA CLEGHORN TOWNHOUSE. Rent $850, utilities included. Deposit $850. 828-4476162. 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $500 per month. 828-382-0475.

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

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3 BEDROOM APARTMENT (DUPLEX). Located in Fallston. Central heat/air, hardwood ﬂoors, washer/dryer hookups. No smoking or pets. Not HAP eligible, $550 month. (704) 4875480 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. MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299 MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417

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JONES From Page 1 According to the “bio” of him on the NCHSAA web site, Coach Jones, who graduated from Shelby High School, then later from Gardner-Webb University, “…began his teaching and coaching career in Gaston County’s Cherryville High School in 1973.” He served, it was noted, “…as the school’s head coach in numerous sports including, basketball, football, and cross country, during his tenure from 1973 until 2005 but made his most notable contributions in baseball. “Jones led the Ironmen baseball program to six State Championships in three different decades (1980, 1982, 1992, 1993, 1998, and 2001) and a runner-up finish in

1997 while appearing in the post-season 24 out of 28 years. “His teams won conference championships 11 times while posting a career record of 542-207,” and he was named Coach of the Year in the conference on eight different occasions as well as Gaston County Coach of the Year “numerous times.” Additionally, as per the NCHSAA web site, Coach Jones “…was selected as the 1982 Outstanding 2A Coach by the North Carolina Association of Broadcasters and won the 1993 North Carolina Baseball Coaches Association Coach of the Year Award and was given a Meritorious Service Award by that group in 1997.” For 25-plus years Jones was the athletic director at Cherryville, and in 1988, the NCHSAA honored him with the Region 6 award for Male

Former Ironmen baseball head coach Henry Jones shakes hands with Ironmen baseball head coach Scott Heavner, who caught the game-opening first pitch of the 2021 Ironmen baseball season last Friday, April 30. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media) Coach contributing the most to High School Athletics.

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He was, as per the web site, “…also selected as one of the NCHSAA’s 100 Coaches to Remember during the Association’s Centennial Celebration” and he has been inducted into the following Halls of Fame: Cherryville,

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Class of 2020 NCHSAA Hall of Fame member and former CHS Ironmen head baseball coach Henry Jones walks off Fraley Field after throwing out the first pitch of the 2021 season. North Carolina Baseball Coaches, Gaston County, and Cleveland County. The NCHSAA noted this class is the 34th to join the Hall of Fame. In addition to Coach Jones, the remainder of the Class of 2020 are: Donald

Clark from Snow Hill; Barbara Foxx from Sanford; Norvell Lee from Goldsboro, Fred McDaniel from Wade, Ron Parson from Reidsville, David Rothwell from Statesville, and Milt Sherman from Greenville.

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PARTIAL LIST OF CURRENT LISTINGS: FARM 168 ACRES, RUTHERFORDTON, NC, UNION RD., WATERFRONTAGE ON BROAD RIVER AND MOUNTAIN CREEK, PASTURES, WOODS, LONG RANGE VIEWS, 2 HOMES ON PROPERTY! OVER 8,000 FEET ROAD FRONTAGE ON UNION AND PLEASANT HILL $ ROADS...IDEAL HORSE OR LIVESTOCK FARM! 1.4 MILLION

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COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS 1.) 3-BAY 2,176 SQ. FT. AUTO SHOP W/OFFICE AND 1.34 ACRES, LOCATED HWY. 74 $ WEST, SHELBY 225,000 2.) 6,500 SQ. FT. CUSTOM BUILDING FIRST CLASS CONDITION COMMERCIAL RETAIL/ OFFICE BUILDING W/1.25 ACRES AND PAVED PARKING FRONTING HWY. 18 NORTH CLOSE TO FAMILY DOLLAR/INGLES GROCERY/NEAL SENIOR CENTER, SHELBY. *OWNER $ FINANCE TO QUALIFIED BUYER YES!! 450,000

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LAND 1.) 4 VACANT GRASSED READY TO BUILD ON COMMERCIAL LOTS, SOUTH MORGAN ST., SHELBY TOTAL PRICE FOR ALL 4 LOTS $75,000.

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2.) (2) THREE ACRE VACANT PARCELS RESIDENTIAL LAND READY TO BUILDING ON, MODULARS OK, WEBB RD., NEAR CREST MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL, SHELBY, $ NC 36,000 EACH

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3.) 1.25 ACRES VACANT LAND W/DOUBLE STREETS ACCESS/GROVER & LEE STREETS, $ ZONED R-O, SHELBY, NC 120,000

Congratulate This Year’s Ironmen Graduates With An Ad In Our Upcoming 2021 Graduation Edition Contact Scott Helms 704-473-0080 or email: scott@cfmedia.info

6.) 2.95 ACRES, HARD CORNER, HWY. 18 SOUTH AT COLLEGE RD., 4-WAY SIGNALIZED $ INTERSECTION, SHELBY, NC, HI-TRAFFIC/VISIBILITY 450,000 7.) 2.03 HARD CORNER W/FORMER PANTRY C-STORE, HI-TRAFFIC/VISIBILITY, GROVER $ ST. AT WYKE RD., SHELBY, NC 488,500 8.) LAKE LURE, NC, 5.24 ACRES AT 4-WAY TRAFFIC INTERSECTION DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM FORMER LARKENS RESTAURANT, COMMERCIAL ZONED, OVER 1,000 FEET ROAD $ FRONTAGE!!! 950,000

5.) HWY. 74 SHELBY, 1.3 ACRES COMMERCIAL LOCATED DIAGONALLY BEHIND BRAND NEW ASPEN DENTAL, SHARONVIEW CREDIT UNION, STARBUCKS - HI-TRAFFIC/ $ VISIBILITY, SHELBY, NC 299,000

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4.) 1.65 ACRES COMMERCIAL LAND LOCATED DIRECTLY ACROSS MARION STREET $ FROM CLEVELAND MALL, SHELBY, NC 149,900

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good incentive to throttle upstarts in this way: by doing so, they limit the competition. Such possibilities limit the strength of the usual free market response to corporate politicking: “If you don’t like it, build an alternative.” Parler’s troubles suggest that this solution is less viable than might be hoped. Developing a successful social media site is already a substantial challenge; to do so while also creating a new mobile storefront, authenticator, cloud service, and so on seems simply untenable. A solution to this problem, unfortunately, remains elusive. Some conservatives suggest that the above cases justify the repeal of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Under Section 230, websites do not risk liability for deleting content, even where that content is protected by the First Amendment. Critics claim that the act was intended to target only broadly objectionable material, with the expectation that tech firms would be politically neutral in what they removed; this expectation, they say, clearly has not been met. As I have argued elsewhere, such arguments are misleading and wrongheaded. Section 230 explicitly protects removal of content for any reason, not merely a “reasonable person” standard of undesirability. Its repeal would not prevent Twitter from putting “content disputed” warnings on Tweets (since such labels are Twitter’s own speech, and so protected by the First Amendment); nor Amazon from simply refusing, like any retailer, to carry certain products; nor Google from doing business with whom it pleases. On

the other hand, repeal could place heavy burdens on new social media competitors, which may explain Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s support for replacing Section 230 protections. Above all, it seems bizarrely shortsighted for Republicans to urge greater government interference in social media in this moment. One questions whether they expect the Democrat-controlled Congress and presidency to be more friendly to conservative speech than the status quo. Perhaps the best of a set of bad options is to reconsider the role of antitrust laws. At issue in all the cases above is the ubiquity of the big tech firms: that decisions by a small group of companies can render information meaningfully unreachable or invisible. Amazon is at once a premier bookseller, accounting for over half of all American book sales, as well as a nearly $400 billion-a-year general retailer and the provider of a full third of all cloud infrastructure services. For its part, Google’s parent company Alphabet might simultaneously own the servers hosting a site, the ads running on it, the browser loading it and the physical cables transmitting it—and, of course, the search engine that located it. It controls a plurality of the market in several of these fields. Indeed, Google is already facing multiple lawsuits alleging anticompetitive behavior. Careful revision of antitrust law might allow reopening of these markets, with competition encouraging a range of stances, political and otherwise. At minimum, such changes seem less fraught than inviting the government into the business of judging neutrality.