Cherryville Eagle 11-2-22

A few more little cosmetic touch-ups here and there, then we should all be ready!

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Downtown Main Street Director David Day stated in a recent

media release that the Grand Re-Opening of Main Street is set for Thursday, Nov. 10.

The whole town is excited about this as the merchants and the citizens can see progress has been made, and that “…after more than a year of construction downtown, Cher-

ryville’s Main Street is set for a grand re-opening and ribbon cutting” on that day. The actual time will be from 5 to 8 p.m., said Mr. Day, who added, “It will be in the (downtown) Mini Park.”

He continued, “Festivities will feature See MAIN ST., Page 10

Cherryville ABC Board presents $10,000

This beloved festival’s third year bringing food, fun, and frights to the downtown area

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

For the third time in its history, Cherryville’s

newest downtown festival, Scary-Ville, has brought the crowds of thrill (and scares) seekers to the “Town Where Life Blossoms.”

Chamber President Mary Beth Tackett estimated last week’s festival brought roughly “…4,000 to 4,500” people to Downtown Cherryville for another rising

tradition – Scary-Ville.

Music for the event was provided by Wade Stroupe and the Déjà Vu band, of whom Mrs. Tackett said, “Déjà vu! They are phenomenal! This is also the third year we have had them for Scary-Ville!”

Beer and alcohol sales did well, but Tackett

See FESTIVAL, Page 10

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

A couple of recently restored stained glass windows that formerly hung in Cherryville’s First National Bank look great and are ready to be seen by an appreciative public, according to a recent email sent to the Eagle.

Sid Stroupe, a local volunteer, said a Charlotte restorer had been found who took on the job and made the windows look like they had just been set in their

leaded mullions. Stroupe said the two windows had been boxed up and stored in the Museum.

Said Mr. Stroupe, “These two stained glass windows were recently completely restored back to (their) original form.”

He continued, “I researched restorers in the Charlotte area, settling on one recommended by City Councilman Gary Freeman, ‘Shed Brand Studios’, and I engaged them. After four months work, they are complete; one for

the (Cherryville Historical) Museum’s display and the other one hopefully gifted by the Museum to Mr. Patrick O’Leary for hanging in the bank building when it’s completed.”

Stroupe noted that artisan, Natalie Bork of Charlotte, with ‘Shed Brand Studios’, undertook the project, painstakingly applying the important final touches to the restored glass artworks.

Stroupe continued, “Mr. Doug Blackburn, a local, See BANK, Page

Cherryville ABC Board Secretary Tim Moss presents Mayor H.L. Beam, III with a check for $10,000. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

The former Belk Building is just one of the many great looking buildings in downtown Cherryville, sporting a newly-painted and “refabbed” façade. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

Charlotte stained glass artisan Natalie Bork, with Shed Brand Studios, is shown here painstakingly applying final touches to the restored signs. (photo provided)

Wade Stroupe and the Déjà Vu band kick into some tunes at the Scary-Ville festival last week. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media and Susan L. Powell)

■ OBITUARIES

Caryl Beam Austell

CHERRYVILLE – Caryl Beam Austell, 74, of Cherryville, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022 at her residence. She was born Feb. 16, 1948 in Gaston County, a daughter of the late JL and Lola Stroupe Beam. She graduated Valedictorian in 1966 from Cherryville High School. Caryl went on to graduate from High Point University and earned her Master of Counselor Education at Gardner Webb University. She taught nine years at Jamestown Junior High in Guilford County during the 1970s. She was then the school counselor at West Lincoln High School for four years and Love Memorial Elementary for 16 years. Caryl received the Counselor of the Year Award for Lincoln County. Caryl also worked for Duke Power in Hickory and at corporate offices in Charlotte for five years. She was a founding board member of Cherryville High School Education Foundation and served as a board member of Hospice of Cleveland County. Caryl was an active member of First United Methodist Church of Cherryville where she served on church council, trustee, chairman of education committee and parsonage committee, member of Aunt Pearl Circle, and Ethleen Dover Sunday School Class. Her greatest joy in life was getting to be the loving grandmother and babysitter to Riley, Henry, and Ella.

Survivors include her husband of 38 years, Bob Austell; daughter, Elizabeth Shuford (Lee); grandchildren, Riley Shuford, Henry Shuford, and Ella Shuford; stepdaughters, Teesie Smith (Danny), Kim Crane (Stephen), and Amy Turner (David); grandchildren, Charlie Smith (Clare), Robert Smith (Danielle), Adam Crane (Rachel), Stephanie Crane (Jon), Kelly Setzer (Will), Dave Turner (Jamie), Rachel Turner; great-grandchildren, Kate, William, Ada, Maggie, Joel, Wilson, and Daniel; brother, Jim L. Beam III (Becky); nieces, Lindsey Beam and Paige Hartman; and sister-in-law, Mary Ann Spencer.

A memorial service was held Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022 at 3 p.m., at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Zack Christy officiating. The family received friends from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m., prior to the service at the church.

A private burial took place at Cherryville City Memorial Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 601 N. Pink St., Cherryville, NC, 28021, or Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC, 28150.

The family wishes to extend sincere thanks to their caregivers, Kim Alexander, Kay Edmondson, Loretta Shull, Charlotte Cook, Sandra Bowen, and Nadine Butler. They would also like to thank Hospice Nurse Regina Clewell and Hospice of Cleveland Care for their love and care shown to the family.

Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com.

Carpenter – Porter Funeral and Cremation Services served the family of Mrs. Austell.

Thomas Larry Summer

CHERRYVILLE – Mr. Thomas Larry Summer, 85, passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 24, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Larry was born on March 6, 1937 in Lincoln County, NC, a son of the late Thomas Carlyle Summer, Jr. and Eva Catherine Beam Summer. He attended Cherryville High School and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from North Carolina State University. After graduation, he returned to Cherryville to work with his father at Dixie Lumber Company. Upon the untimely death of his father in 1961, he became the President of Dixie Lumber. In 1988, he formed Progressive Builders of Cherryville with his son, Tom, and in the later part of his professional life continued local development projects under Summer Construction, LLC. He and his wife Carolyn also built, owned, and managed Cherryville and Lincoln Self Storage facilities.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Janice Summer.

Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Carolyn Turner Summer of the home; a son, Tom Summer and wife, Sharon of Gastonia; two daughters, Cindy Summer of Cherryville and Cathy Smiley and husband, Jeff of Denver; four grandchildren, Brittany Summer Gregory and husband, Matt, Thomas Carlyle Summer, Grace Smiley and Graham Smiley; a great-grandson, Jack Gregory; two brothers, Garry Summer and wife, Connie of Shelby, and Oren Summer and wife, Ann of Cherryville.

A lifelong member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Cherryville, Larry not only built a strong faith within his family but was dedicated to serving his church family. He served numerous terms on the church council, was Sunday School superintendent, treasurer and served on numerous committees.

Larry was truly dedicated to the town of Cherryville and its residents. He took enormous pride in the work he was able to do to serve his hometown. He was a founding member of the Cherryville Rescue Squad and volunteered for both the Rescue Squad and the Fire Department for over 25 years. He served on the Zoning Board and Board of Adjustment, the Economic Development Commission,

the Cherryville Community Development Corporation, the Rotary Club – where he was a Paul Harris Fellow, and was selected in 2017 by the Chamber of Commerce as their Man of the Year. He was instrumental in many community initiatives and in bringing business and industry to Cherryville and Gaston County.

In addition, to his own professional career, Larry dedicated himself to further the progress of the building industry on local, state, and national levels. He was a member of the Gaston County Home Builders Association where he served in various offices and eventually as President of the association. In the North Carolina Home Builders Association, Larry was a Life Director, held various offices and served as President of the state association.

In 1990, he was selected as North Carolina Builder of the Year and in 1994, he was one of two inductees in the first class of the North Carolina Housing Hall of Fame. Larry was one of the founding members of the Builders Mutual Insurance Trust and served on the Board of Directors and as its Chairman for 15 years. On the national level, he was on the Executive Committee of the National Home Builders Association for 8 years and served as a Life Director. He provided unselfish service to promote affordable housing and was the Chairman of the National Affordable Housing Committee for 3 years where he testified before the United States Congress for the continuation of the Affordable Housing Bill. His passion for affordable housing was put into action in the local community as well where he developed and built several affordable housing communities in Cherryville and the surrounding area.

All of his noteworthy accomplishments aside, Larry was most proud of his family, his 67-year marriage to the love of his life and his children and grandchildren. He provided them an amazing example of faith, selflessness, and unconditional love.

The family received friends from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m., on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022 at St. John’s Lutheran Church.

A Celebration of Life service was held at 3 p.m., on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022 at St. John’s Lutheran Church with the Rev. G. Scott Homesley and Rev. David Crane officiating.

Inurnment was in St. John’s Lutheran Church Columbarium.

Memorials may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 310 W. Church St., Cherryville, NC, 28021.

A guest register is available at www.stameycherryvillefuneralhome.com.

Stamey – Cherryville Funeral Home & Cremation Service served the family of Mr. Summer.

$202,800.

ABC“That makes the total given from 1982 to now to $1,184,286.36,” said Moss.

Student makes, sells bookmarks to help her school library

Cherryville Elementary’s Savannah Woods collected over $90 to go toward buying books for school’s media center

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Cherryville Elementary School Media Specialist, SysOp instructor and Web administrator, Mrs. Sherry Adams-Wilson said recently one of the school’s students took it upon herself to utilize her crafting and artistic talents to raise money for the school library to the end that said funds might help in some way or another.

Mrs. Adams-Wilson said second grader, Savannah Woods, 7, approached her one day and spoke to her about helping raise funds for the library. And that’s just what young Miss Woods has done.

Said Mrs. Adams-Wilson last week, “One of our students, through hard work and dedication, has been creating and selling bookmarks for a while in order to donate money to our media center for new books. She donated $90 this morning (Friday, Oct. 21).”

Thinking such an action on the part of a youngster wanting to help out in order to make a difference in any way she could touched Mrs. Adams-Wilson’s heart so she contacted the Eagle, letting it be known what the girl has done.

Adams-Wilson continued, “The money will be used to purchase books for the library.”

Miss woods is the daughter of Allison Woods and her siblings are Harper, Ensley, Ethan, and Meredith.

Her favorite sports, she said, are softball and volleyball, but she really like softball and plays travel ball for the coach pitch Carolina Shamrocks. When asked what about softball she liked most, she said, “Batting. I’m pretty good at batting.”

Savannah said she has been working on the bookmarks for the past four to five weeks, doing them at home and having shown on Facebook how to do some of them.

■ POLICE

ARRESTS

10-20: Julia Pierce Lee, 36, 115 E Old Post Rd., Cherryville, was arrested at 1832 Martin Rd., Gastonia, by GCPD officers on one count of an OFA (contempt of court/ perjury/court violation).

10-23: Ricky Deon Dellinger, 34, 4512 Milstead Trl., Lincolnton; one count felony fleeing to elude; and one count each misdemeanor reckless driving to endanger, speeding, DWLR, and all other offenses. Confined to Gaston Co. jail, no bond amt./type listed.

10-24: Andrew Seth McGinnis, 34, 106 Black Ave., Cherryville, was arrested at 1251 Mariposa Rd., Gastonia, by GCPD officers on one count of a fraud-false pretenses/swindle/confidence game.

10-25: Christopher Ralph Byers, 53, 367 Car Farm Rd., Cherryville; one count each felony common law robbery; B&E terrorize/injure; and conspiracy; and one count each misdemeanor assault by point-

year 2021-2022 to a grand total of $46,000, which represents our largest DOP for any year.”

Cherryville Elementary School Media Specialist, SysOp instructor and Web administrator, Mrs. Sherry Adams-Wilson and second-grader, Savannah Woods, in the media center at Cherryville Elementary.

Upon being asked why she wanted to do them, she said, “Well… I’m very crafty and artful and I wanted to do this for the school library so they could get more books.”

Young Miss Woods said her bookmarks range in color from “white with hearts on them” to “rainbow ones, red ones, some orange and yellow ones” to the more rare (she said) blue and green ones.

“The really rare one is the blue one, except I did do one of them for my Mawmaw (Jeanna Neal),” she said. Savannah charged a quarter for them and had already presented the money to Mrs. Adams-Wilson.

Savannah is excited also about the fact she and Mrs. Wilson are going to be on television on Nov. 22 or 24, she isn’t sure which, and said she doesn’t know what channel, but knowing they were going to be on TV clearly made her smile.

“I think we’re going to be on there with (Cherryville Elementary Principal) Mr. (Patrick) Watson, Ms. (Anna) Parker (her second grade teacher), and my Aunt Robbie (Lovelace),” said Savannah.

As for her love of art and crafting, Savannah her favorite kind of art is the “3-D kind” and drawing with markers and pens.

“I also like to read and write, and my favorite subject in school is math.”

Miss Savannah said she wants to be a nurse when she

be what she called a “general nurse”. Her favorite pets are fish – she has two – and her Springer Spaniel, Lacey.

For teacher/librarian Mrs. Wilson, who (according to the information provided on the school’s web site), she loves seeing students like Savannah accomplish so much and do what they can to help their school and their own learning experience.

As she noted on the web site, “It is my pleasure to serve the needs of students and faculty at Cherryville Elementary. It gives me such a thrill to assist a student (especially a reluctant reader) in finding that 'just right’ book.”

ing a gun, false imprisonment, and communicating threats. No bond.

INCIDENTS

10-5: Cherryville man reports B&E and larceny after B&E by listed suspect who broke into his residence and took money ($7,415/cash). Damages: entry door latch. Case is active and under further investigation.

10-5: Cherryville man reports wire fraud by unknown/ unnamed subject who made fraudulent charges to bank account. Stolen: $7,112. Case is active and under further investigation.

10-5: Cherryville woman and Crouse man and woman report theft of motor vehicle parts and accessories by unnamed subject who stole registration plate. Case is active and under further investigation.

10-11: Cherryville auto business reports larceny by unknown person(s) who stole a $500 catalytic converter. Case

is active and under further investigation.

attempted to break into their property at 407 Kent St., Cherryville. Case is active.

10-25: Two Cherryville men report motor vehicle theft by listed subject who stole Jeep Liberty from residence. Est. value of vehicle: $5,000. Case is active and under further investigation.

10-25: GCPD officers report further investigation into a commercial forced entry burglary at 1029 St. Mark’s Church Rd., Cherryville.

10-25: Cherryville woman and man report B&E/terrorize/ injury; common law robbery; conspiracy; false imprisonment; assault by pointing a gun; and communicating threats by listed suspect who pointed a handgun at female subject. No injuries reported. Stolen: iPhone 14 Pro Max ($1,000) and S&W handgun. Damaged: front door and residence. Closed/cleared by arrest.

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those who come in to purchase their goods from us. Without any of them, we couldn’t do this for the City.”

Moss said this check brings the total given for FY 2021-2022 to $40,000. He also noted they were able to give the City (for the Cherryville Police Department) $6,000, bringing their total distribution since 1982 to now to $981, 486.36, with their total distribution to CPD Law Enforcement to date to

When you add in the other totals Moss gave Council at that meeting, which is the estimated total revenues from beer and wine sales for FY 2020-2022 ($645,000) to the $1.8 million, you get $1,829,286.36, he said.

“All in all,” said Moss, “The Cherryville ABC Board had another record-breaking year with annual sales topping $1,600,000 for the fiscal year ending June 2022. With this additional check for $10,000, it brings the total distribution, including law enforcement, for fiscal

Additionally, noted Moss, the Cherryville Shrine Club received the required Alcohol Education distribution this year in the amount of $3,000.

Ending his report to Council, Moss said, “Our building is in good repair and a new generator was installed in 2022.”

Council discussed a couple of other small items then voted unanimously to adjourn.

10-22: Cherryville woman reports B&E and RDO by listed suspect who broke into her residence and resisted officers. Closed/cleared by arrest.

10-23: CPD officer reports felony fleeing to elude motor vehicle, reckless driving to endanger, speeding (90 mph/35 mph zone), DWLR, and failure to stop at a red light by listed suspect who committed listed offenses. Closed/cleared by arrest.

10-24: GCPD officers report further investigation into an “all other” incident at 313 Ridge Ave., Cherryville.

10-24: Cherryville gas mart reports larceny of a soft drink ($2.50) by listed suspect. Closed/cleared by other means.

10-25: Charlotte real estate company reports call for service as unknown person(s)

WRECKS

10-21: A vehicle driven by Eric Bernard Little, 58, 313 Somerset Dr., Kings Mountain, was backing out of a driveway into Cherry St., just as a vehicle driven by David Scott Wells, 59, 505 Sellerstown Rd., Cherryville, was leaving the parking lot of the Truist Bank and the two collided. No injuries reported. Est. damages to each vehicle: $1,500/vehicle.

10-25: A vehicle driven by Lucinda Arndt Hand, 66, 3564 Fred Beard Rd., Maiden, was driving on Lincolnton Hwy., when she struck a deer in the roadway. No injuries reported. Moderate damage to her vehicle. Vehicle towed by KT Towing.

DAY FORECASTGASTON COUNTY’S

New things coming up at Cherryville Branch Library

by TRACI POLLITT Branch Manager Gaston County Public Library Cherryville Branch

LEGO Club – Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m.

Family Storytime –Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. (except Nov. 10)

Playdough Playdate –Thursday, Nov. 10 at 10:30 a.m.

CLOSED FOR VETERANS DAY – Friday, Nov. 11

Teen Anime Club –Thursday, Nov. 17 at 4:30 p.m.

Craft & Chat – Friday, Nov. 18 at 11 a.m.

CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING –Thursday, Nov. 24 through Sunday, Nov. 27

We’ve been busy this month! We are happy to report that our plans for taking the library on the road have been success-

ful. Ms. Traci first visited Somerset Court residents on Oct. 7 and registered five residents for library cards. A return visit was made on Oct. 21, at which time books were returned, new ones checked out, and one more resident was registered. It was wonderful to bring books to those living at the facility, and they were thrilled to see us. We are hoping to make regular visits every two weeks or so – and we’re looking for other opportunities to visit other sites! If you would like us to visit your location, please reach out to us during public service hours. We’re also happy to set up at events such as ballgames, church events, and other types of gatherings. Being mobile gives us the chance to expand our reach!

Ms. Traci has been working with the YMCA Afterschool group for a few weeks now with a group read of How to Steal a Dog by Barbara O’Connor. The 20-copy book kit, provided

by the NC Humanities as part of their Great Reads from Great Places, has allowed the group to read together and discuss the story of Georgina, a young girl with a plan to help her family get back on their feet. Originally, Ms. Traci was reading aloud to the group, but during the last few visits, the children have asked to read; everyone who wants to read aloud to the group has been given a chance. The discus-

sions have been interesting, thoughtful, and at times, very spirited!

For questions about all library-related topics, you can call us at (704) 4356767, or stop by the branch at 605 E. Main Street. Our public service hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday and Saturday.

As always… we look forward to seeing you!

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Ms. Traci went to Somerset Court on Oct. 7 and registered a number of residents for library cards.

Ms. Traci has also been working with the YMCA Afterschool group for a few weeks now with a group read.

OPINION

About our Main Street Project: it’s getting there!

When it comes to our Main Street Project, progress has been made. Great progress. At least, so far as I can see… Safe to say this much: While we may not be totally there (read: finished) yet, we ARE getting there. And, in my opinion, it’s looking good!

By Michael Powell michael.cherryvilleeagle@gmail.com

Yes, we all know… Downtown Cherryville’s Main Street Streetscape work has been going on for quite some time now. It has been a pain in the… well, you know where; that’s certainly not rocket science, as the old saying goes. But, it IS getting there. And now that things appear to have speeded up somewhat, so far as I can see, I personally am liking what I see (and feel).

As a matter of fact, recently, as the wife and I drove down through town – what we used

to call “draggin’ the gut’ back where we’re from –and felt how smooth the streets felt, what with the new asphalt nicely laid down and all. And one can see chalk marks (or white paint maybe) on it designating parking spaces and where they will be and all that, so, yeah… progress is being made. Okay, so there are a few odd brick pavers laying about and yeah, maybe it’s not all EXACTLY where we want it to be, as I said earlier… however, if you open your mind and dare to dream a bit, you can almost see big crowds of folks coming back to our downtown again, to take in a festival or two and to

shop at our stores once again (don’t lose heart you greatly patient merchants!).

And, we’re kind of looking forward to seeing what Christmas is going to look like here as downtown comes alive after all the work. Hopefully Who-Ville can once again grace our streets and shops.

My wife and I have always been impressed in our 16-plus years of living here just how much Cherryville has to offer. COVID dealt us all a terrible blow, economically and otherwise; we seemed to come together and make things work. Some of us had to “circle the wagons” as it were and locate where we could do the most good while others had to stay in place and ride out the pandemic. Then the Streetscape started up in earnest and what was a dream for many suddenly took on the less amorphous form it had earlier and became an ever-growing reality. We

Life really is all in how you look at it…

I have written here many times about my family and when I was a child. There were my dad and mom and two older brothers, David and Doug. David was six years my elder and Doug was two and a half years older. David graduated from high school when I was still in elementary school, but thankfully Doug and I were together for two years at Tryon High School.

When my dad passed away in 1985, my brother, Doug in 1986, and my mom in 1990, I had returned from college and had inherited my childhood home. David had his own home nearby, and I was glad to be living near him and his family. There’s something

to be said for living in the home where you lived as a child. There are many memories there, and I’m thankful to say that must of them were good memories. I suppose the most difficult one was the day my sweet mom went to heaven. She spent her last days at home with Hospice Care. But on the positive side I was blessed to have been there holding her hand as she left this world and entered eternity.

I must admit it sounds strange to some people when you tell them you own and live in your childhood home. But to me it seems perfectly simple and logical. After all, I am the only person still alive who ever lived in

that house.

There are not many people who can honestly echo that statement. But one of the ones I do know is Tommy’s cousin, Glenn.

Glenn grew up here and moved to Martinsville, Virginia, where he and his wife, Janice were educators for years before returning home. Their place is really beautiful, and it’s great to see family still living there now.

I haven’t discussed this common ground that we have, but I do imagine Glenn has experienced some of the same type of recollections and memories that I have experienced. I like to dwell on memories that are good ones because I do like to view the brighter side of life. I believe other educators think this too, like Glenn and Janice. After all, it (life) really is all in how you look at it.

knew the construction was coming and we told ourselves we were (sort of) ready, but many of us really weren’t; at least not the way we thought we would be.

And, let’s face it folks…it’s much easier to fuss, accuse, and point our stubby little fingers at those who tried and are still trying to do their best to make their – OUR –community a better place for all of us, young and old alike than to clam up and actually see what

happens.

I have been accused of not being “a real journalist/reporter” because I didn’t look into all that was supposedly “going on”, whatever THAT was! My answer was then, and still is: that’s not my bag of tricks. I am not now, nor will I ever be an ambush journalist hack and neither am I an “investigative reporter.”

If that means I’m a bad journalist, then so be it: I’m a bad journalist.

At any rate, back

to Main Street and the Streetscape… we think it all is looking great, so far, and can only imagine it getting better.

And whether we stay here or not after we retire, the fact of the matter is this: Cherryville is a great little town and we love it and (so far) all we have met and with whom we have become friends.

For us, it will always be the little town “Where Life Blossoms!”

Enjoy the new Main Street, y’all!

by DR. RICHARD D. KOCUR Guest columnist

With the stock market down nearly 20 percent year-to-date in 2022, investors are paying close attention to the financial performance of their portfolios: seeking to protect 401Ks, looking for safe havens, and trusting that their

fiduciary asset managers are making the right decisions with ever-shrinking nest eggs. The last thing any investor would want now is for asset managers to be investing in companies for any reason other than to maximize financial return.

Unfortunately, that is exactly what the world’s

largest asset manager, Blackrock Inc., is doing through an emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing. This mode of corporate social activism has placed Blackrock in a difficult position, however, as pressure from both sides of the ESG issue close in

See BLACKROCK, Page 6

Halloween – will the REAL trick or treat be November 8?

Halloween is coming but the real trick or treat may be Nov. 8, the mid-term election. November 8 may feel more like Halloween this year than the traditional October date.

Who knows what will happen. Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania all have Senate races that could tilt the balance of Congressional power depending on who is elected. All three races are going down to the wire. In probably each state it will most likely be the next day before a winner is determined – if not longer.

The 2022 midterm election is shaping up to be one for the history books.

According to a new analysis from pollster Echelon Insights, an estimated 125.6 million Americans are expected to turn out in November’s midterm contests. Such a figure would shatter the record set in 2018’s midterms, which saw 53.4 percent of the eligible voting-age population cast their ballots, according to the Census

Bureau. Already voters are starting to come out in full force: As of Tuesday, Oct. 18, at least 2.8 million people already cast their ballots in the midterms, according to the United States Elections Project. That includes the more than 131,000 Georgia voters who cast their ballots early on the first day of early voting on Monday, Oct. 17, handily beating the previous first-day record for a midterm of 72,000, per state election official Gabriel Sterling.(Spectrum News NY)

Issues are driving Americans to the polls. Pewresearch.org found the following to be priority concerns of registered Americans. The numbers with each issue represent a percent of primary concern of those surveyed

Economy – 79, Healthcare – 68, Supreme court appointments – 64, The coronavirus outbreak –62, Violent crime – 59, Foreign policy – 57, Gun policy – 55, Race and ethnic inequality – 52, Immigration – 52, Economic inequality – 49, Climate change – 42, and Abortion – 40. Of course, you could conduct a poll in your com-

munity and the level of interest on any of these issues would probably be in a slightly different order. In almost every scenario the economy and inflation are paramount with voters.

Inflation has knocked on every American’s door and has not been satisfied by a treat. Inflation at the rate of 8.2 percent, has been one hungry monster that has devoured American paychecks and pushed seniors back into the workforce. Available part-time jobs are now being sought by seniors who need the money.

A recent poll shows a dead heat between Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Republican candidate Adam Laxalt in the Nevada Senate race.

In In Pennsylvania, it’s Lt. Governor John Fetterman and R. Mehmet Oz who are now very close. In Georgia the Senate race has Raphael Warnock leading Herschel Walker but the Governor race between Governor Brian Kemp and Stacey Abrams remains close according to a Quinnipiac University Georgia poll.

Save some of your leftover Halloween candy for Nov. 8. Have a bowl of popcorn for a real evening of trick or treat.

By Anne S. Haynes

Glenn Mollette Guest Editorial

TODAY’S QUOTE:

If we ever forget that we are One Nation Under God, then we will be a nation gone under.

–Ronald Reagan

Jesus Christ is the Light of Life

“Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.’” John 8:12

All of us have attempted to find our way in a dark place before locating a light switch. I do this most mornings as I get out of bed and walk downstairs to get my first cup of coffee.

A few years ago, I went on a vision mission trip

to Indonesia. After two days of traveling, we arrived and were taken, late at night, to our hotel. Our interpreter helped us to check in and once we had received our key cards we were sent on our way. All four of us on the trip ended up in different parts of this massive hotel. I finally made it to my room after a long walk with my luggage in tow. After using my key card to open the door, I went and placed my luggage on the bed and glanced at my watch, realizing that it was already 3 a.m. We had to be in the lobby ready to leave for our next flight at

7 a.m.

I turned around to unpack a few things I would need for that night and the lights went off. I slowly made my way to the light switch that was already in the on position when I entered the room. I flipped the light switch on and off, but nothing happened.

Thinking there was a power outage, I made my way over to look out the window and noticed that the outside lights were all still on. Puzzled, I made my way back to flip the light switch again but still nothing. I opened the door to my room and the lights came on. Still puzzled, I went back to my luggage and after about a minute the lights in my room went off again. I went through

the same routine with no luck until I opened the door to the room again. When the door opened, the lights came back on. By this time, I was confused and sleepy. I made my way back down to the front desk to ask for assistance. The two men working the front desk could not speak English and I could not speak their language. But, after a lot of pointing at the lights and a door, finally one of them took my key card and motioned me to follow him. We returned to my room, and he used the key card to open my door. Once the door was opened and we were inside he took the key card and placed it in a slot on the wall. He pointed to the lights and

gave me a thumbs up. Then he pointed to the key card and shook his finger letting me know not to remove it from the slot if I wanted the lights to work. This was my first experience with this type of key card. I didn’t know it had to be placed in the slot to power the room, including the air conditioning.

I soon learned that this is quite common in that part of the world to conserve electricity. The night was almost over before I was able to settle into bed.

The purpose of light is to illuminate. Jesus said in this verse that He is the Light of this world and if we receive Him, our paths will be made clear, and darkness will not rule us. Many today walk in

darkness because they refuse to accept the free gift God offers to all who will reach out and take it.

Earlier in John Chapter 8, Jesus forgave an adulterous woman who was walking in darkness. When she had an encounter with Him, she began to walk in the light. We can all experience that same light that will lead us to an eternity with Jesus and I pray you have done so. If not, know that Jesus is still offering us light through salvation today so that we all can be freed from the darkness of sin.

Thankful for today

(1st Part of the “THANKFUL” series)

I was sitting with a prayer group and asked them if they could think of a praise report of something that recently happened. Surprisingly, many stared back at me with a blank look. Sometimes, we think that spectacular or phenomenal events are worthy of being celebrated, but often don’t notice or even consider the minute details of the day as a reason to be thankful. We take for granted the blessing of our present moment, but King David declares in Psalm 118:24 (NLT) “This is the day that the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.”

A Daily Supply of Mercy

Have you ever wanted to skip out on dealing with the day ahead? For whatever reason, you felt that it was too difficult to get out of bed. I have had those days too, but then I remember that God has supplied a new dose of mercy for me. I don’t have to be afraid or dread the day, because God is with me, and he will help me. The prophet Jeremiah proclaims in Lamentations 3:21-23 (MSG), But there’s one thing I remember and (by) remembering, I keep a grip on hope. For God’s love couldn’t have run out, his merciful love couldn’t have dried up. They’re created new every morning. How great is your faithfulness.”

Fresh Bread

In Exodus 16:1-36 God promised to feed the Israelites manna or bread on a daily basis. They were instructed to only get what they needed for the day. If they kept it for the next day, it would get maggots and smell disgusting. I believe the lesson God was trying to teach his people was to trust and obey him daily. He is not against anyone setting goals and making plans for the future, but he expects us to ask for and receive his daily provision, just like children rely on their parents to take care of them each day. Even Jesus told his disciples to pray for their daily needs, and not to worry about tomorrow. In Matthew 6:11 (NIV) Jesus says, “Give us today our daily bread.”

PRAY THIS PRAYER:

“ Lord, I will bless you at all times; your praises will continually be in my mouth. Thank you that I have breath in my lungs; o what a blessing it is to be alive! Forgive me for grumbling and whining about the life you have given me, instead of making the most of it and finding the joy of living in and through you. You birthed me into this world for a purpose. Lord, I ask you to lead and guide me, so I can fulfill the plan that you have for my life. It’s an honor that I am chosen by you. Please help me to remember that every day I wake up, you are giving me a gift. In Jesus’ name I pray - Amen.”

Danyale Patterson would love to hear from you! Contact her at www.danyale.com to share a testimony, send a prayer request, or book her to speak.

Cherryville Area Places of Worship

OUR MISSION: Moms in Prayer

Anthony Grove Baptist Church 100 Anthony Grove Road Crouse, NC 704-435-6001

Bess Chapel United Methodist Church 6073 Flay Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-7969

Bethlehem United Methodist Church 6753 NC 182 Highway Cherryville, NC 704-435-1608

Blessed Hope Baptist Church 3357 Fallston-Waco Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-8530

Body of Christ Fellowship Center 405 S. Cherokee Street Cherryville, NC www.bodyofchrist7.com

Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Cherryville, NC

Pastor Clifton Morgan

Cherryville Church of God 810 East Main Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-2275

Cherryville Missionary Methodist Church 318 W. Ballard Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-6934

Emmanuel Baptist Church 1155 Marys Grove Church Rd Cherryville, NC 704-435-5764

If your church is in the

Fairview Baptist Church 415 South Mountain Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-4299

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

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

Legacy Church 805 Self Street Cherryville, NC 704-457-9615

Stamey-Cherryville

Funeral Home & Cremation Service 405 North Dixie Street, Cherryville, NC 704-445-8144

www.stameycherryvillefuneralhome.com

Living Word Ministries 306 East Academy Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-3213

Marys Grove United Methodist Church 1223 Marys Grove Church Rd Cherryville, NC 704-435-5544

Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church 235 A.W. Black Street Waco, NC 704-435-8842

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

North Brook Baptist Church 7421 Flay Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-4471

Oak Grove AME Zion Church 542 Flint Hill Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-3687

Oak Grove Baptist Church 219 Tot Dellinger Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-3053

Revival Tabernacle 1104 Delview Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-4073

Rudisill Chapel AME Zion Church 417 South Mountain Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-5621

Second Baptist Church 201 Houser Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-9657

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

St. John’s Lutheran Church 310 West Church Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-9264

St. Mark’s Lutheran Church 1203 St. Mark’s Church Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-5941

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

Waco Baptist Church 262 N. Main Street Waco, NC 704-435-9311

Washington Missionary Baptist Church 1920 Stony Point Road Waco, NC 704-435-3138

Word of Faith Ministry 306 Doc Wehunt Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-5560

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

call at 704-484-1047 or email lorri@cfmedia.info

EDSTEIBELIMPORTS

CARS THAT FIT YOUR

704-487-5520 tel/fax 1016 College Ave. (Hwy. 150) Shelby, NC 28152 (Near Boiling Springs, NC) www.edsteibelimports.com

3240 Tryon Courthouse Road, Cherryville, NC

Shady Grove Baptist Church

DANYALE PATTERSON

Gaston County man got a $2 million treat while watching “Halloween”

RALEIGH –Joshua King of Gastonia received a treat, not a trick, when his “Halloween” movie night with his son got interrupted by a $2 million lottery prize.

“We both just started crying,” King said. “I was honestly laughing and crying at the same time.”

King said he just finished a long day of work on Friday (Oct. 21) when he picked up his son and took him to get some snacks from Times Turnaround on South New Hope Road in Gastonia. He decided to add a $20 Mega 7’s scratch-off ticket as well.

“The last time that I bought a Mega 7’s ticket I won $200 so I decided to try that one again,” he said.

After they got home, King ordered hamburgers from Chili’s, turned on the “Hal-

loween” movie, and started scratching his ticket, uncovering the first $2 million top prize in the new game.

“This is life-changing,” he said. “I called my parents and I was kind of hyperventilating when I was talking to them.”

When King arrived at lottery headquarters Monday, Oct. 24 to collect his prize, he had a decision to make. He could choose to receive the prize as an annuity of $100,000 over 20 years or a

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF WILLARD HAROLD HICKS

Having qualified as Co-Executrices of the Estate of Willard Harold Hicks, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned at 106 North Cherry Street, Cherryville, North Carolina, on or before the 2nd day of February, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of November, 2022.

Taressa Dianne McDonald Co-Executrix Deborah Ann Collins Co-Executrix Counsel for the Estate: PALMER E. HUFFSTETLER, JR. ATTORNEY AT LAW 106 North Cherry Street Cherryville, NC 28021 Telephone: 704-435-4907

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF DENNIS WILLIAM FOX

Having qualified as Co-Executors of the Estate of Dennis William Fox, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned at 106 North Cherry Street, Cherryville, North Carolina, on or before the 2nd day of February, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of November, 2022.

Michael D. Fox Co-Executor Daniel M. Fox Co-Executor Counsel for the Estate: PALMER E. HUFFSTETLER, JR. ATTORNEY AT LAW 106 North Cherry Street Cherryville, NC 28021 Telephone: 704-435-4907

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City of Cherryville Recreation Department 116 South Mountain Street Cherryville, NC 28021 (704) 435-1700

lump sum of $1.2 million. He chose the lump-sum amount of $1.2 million and, after required state and federal tax withholdings, took home

“I want to use the money

BLACKROCK

From Page 4 on the company. Blackrock has become the latest example of a company experiencing the consequences of corporate social activism.

The movement to emphasize ESG within corporate structures and as corporate objectives first emerged in the early 2000s. ESG-focused investing directs capital to companies with stated goals on issues like climate change and social justice. Financial returns are a secondary concern to those who want to support or pressure companies to commit to ESG standards and enact policies to reach those standards.

With approximately $10 trillion in assets under management, Blackrock wields substantial power over where their assets, and by extension the assets of anyone invested in Blackrock, are placed. An August 16 editorial in the Wall Street Journal noted

to help take care of my family,” King said. “Going to look into buying some property for the family to use.”

Mega 7’s debuted this month with four $2 million prizes and eight $100,000

how Blackrock pressured companies to “avoid investing in fossil-fuel assets … and reduce emissions to achieve net zero by 2050.” In essence, putting pressure on the companies in which Blackrock invests to adopt ESG standards. If Blackrock’s blackmail is resisted, proxy shares are voted against management. This approach puts activism above shareholders’ returns. But Blackrock is beginning to see a backlash.

In late summer 2022, attorneys general from 19 Republican states sent a letter to Blackrock CEO Larry Fink seeking answers about potential conflicts between the firm’s ESG investing practices and his company’s fiduciary duty. In addition, states such as Texas and Louisiana have begun to bar state investment in any Blackrock fund that pushes ESG standards. With billions in state pension dollars and the investments of individual citizens at stake, the AGs and state comptrollers are calling Blackrock on the carpet.

LEGAL NOTICE

COUNTY OF GASTON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF MARY WILLIE HILL

Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Mary Willie Hill, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned at 106 North Cherry Street, Cherryville, North Carolina, on or before the 19th day of January, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 19th day of October, 2022.

Matthew Greenway Executor Counsel for the Estate: PALMER E. HUFFSTETLER, JR. ATTORNEY AT LAW 106 North Cherry Street Cherryville, NC 28021 Telephone: 704-435-4907

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prizes. Three $2 million prizes and seven $100,000 prizes remain to be claimed.

Ticket sales from scratchoff games make it possible for the lottery to raise more than $2.5 million a day on average

In addition to this political reaction, market forces have also stepped into the ESG fight. A new investment alternative to ESG funds was recently launched by Strive Asset Management. Strive created a fund that mirrors Blackrock’s U.S. Energy Index Fund (IYE) but with a commitment to pursue nonESG policies. If pressure from those in opposition to ESG was not enough, Blackrock is also facing pushback from ESG advocates. In late September 2022, officials responsible for the public pension funds in New York City sent a letter to Fink pressing Blackrock to recommit to achieving net-zero emissions across its investment portfolio and to vote more in line with climate-related shareholder initiatives. Blackrock manages approximately $43 billion in investments for three New York City pension funds, according to a September 2022 article in the Wall Street Journal.

Blackrock could take a lesson from the investment adage, “past performance is no guarantee of future results.” In the case of corporate social activism, past

for education. For details on how $14.7 million raised by the lottery made a difference in Gaston County in 2021, visit www. nclottery.com and click on the “Impact” section.

performance is a guarantee of future results. One only needs to look back to the mess in which the Walt Disney Corporation found itself because of its stance on Florida’s Parental Rights bill.

First, Disney faced pressure from gender equity activists and employees for not doing enough to oppose the bill. Then, after coming out in opposition, Disney faced blowback from parents who believed the company should simply focus on providing family entertainment. On that issue, Disney management spun around more than a rider on the theme park’s iconic Teacup ride. And why? Because of ill-conceived social activism on an issue that was irrelevant to the primary role of the business. Now Blackrock finds itself in a comparable position as a result of a similar activist pursuit.

Pressured from both sides of the ESG issue, they have now put themselves between a Blackrock and a hard place.

The author thanks Alex Heisey for his help in gathering research for this article.

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 10th day of October, 2022 as Administrator CTA of the Estate of PAULA SIMPSON SMITH; AKA, PAULA JEAN SMITH, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned, Brenton S. Begley, Administrator CTA, on or before the 26th of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 26th day of October, 2022.

Brenton S. Begley, Administrator CTA Estate of: Paula Simpson Smith; aka, Paula Jean Smith McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150

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the sidewalk. Also, temporary waterproofing of the basement while construction takes place is necessary. Concrete Slab and asphalt patching will be completed by others.

A Pre-Bid meeting will take place on November 16, 2022 at Cherryville City Hall at 10:00am. Any parties interested in bidding will be provided drawings of the project at this time. Contractors will also be able to have access to where the work is to be completed in order to be familiar with the work needed. The pre-bid meeting is mandatory.

Mountain Street Project Pre-Bid Meeting Date: 11/16/2022 Time 10:00am

Cherryville City Hall 116 S. Mountain Street

Joshua King of Gastonia with his facsimile check for $2 million.

Ironmen 3-7 overall; will travel Nov. 4 to face #8 1A/2A seed Robbinsville

Team loses to BCHS to end their 2022 regular season

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

The 2022 CHS Ironmen football team ended their regular season at Rudisill Stadium last Friday night, Oct. 28, with a 10-28 loss to rival Bessemer City Yellow Jackets. With the win, the ’Jackets once again took control of the Belt, a token of the prowess of both of these 1A/2A teams which they have vied for over the years. For the last couple of seasons the Ironmen have been in control of the Belt, but thanks to this win, it will find a new home, for at least a year, at Bessemer City High School.

The Ironmen had a decent first quarter, with quarterback Chase Miller picking up 19 yards off of five carries, followed by Shamyr Moss carrying the ball for six yards. Kam Bolin also carried the ball but was unable to gain any yardage.

The second quarter saw the Ironmen get on the board first thanks to a 44-yard field goal by kicker Henry Gil, who drilled the uprights square on with 5:31 on the clock. The score was 3-0, Ironmen. The Yellow Jackets answered right back, scoring a TD, but they were unable to get the PAT, so the game was

On the ensuing kick-off, receiver Landon Hahn ran the ball back 66 yards into ’Jackets territory, setting up a Kam Bolin 10-yard TD run with 52.5 seconds on the clock. The Gil PAT was good and the score was now 10-6, CHS. Bolin also carried the ball four times for 14 yards.

Half-time stats for the Ironmen were C. Miller, 9 carries for 38 yards; K. Bolin, 4 carries for 14 yards; and S. Moss, 3 carries for 7 yards. Miller completed 2 of 6 passes for 27 yards in the air. The Ironmen had a halftime yardage total of 89 yards.

ters were predominately all Yellow Jackets action as the held on to win the game (and the Belt) by a score of 10-28, effectively ending the Ironmen’s 2022 regular season and the regular season of 16 gridiron seniors who played with heart and through injuries all year long.

A couple of fourth quarter highlights: an interception by Tobias Miller and a Tobias Miller reception for 10-yards off a pass by backup QB junior Josh Ward who came in and filled in nicely for Chase Miller, who had to come out of the game momentarily.

The 3-7 Ironmen were

seeded #25 against the #8 seed, Robbinsville (7-3) for the Friday, Nov. 4, 2022 NCHSAA West 1A Football Playoffs, First Round pairings.

(Additional information and stats by Susan L. Powell and Danny Eaker)

I RONMEN

It was Senior Night on Oct. 5, 2022 for the three seniors on the 2022 CHS Lady Ironmen tennis team. They are (pictured here at the Donna Lavery Courts with their coaches, Brandon Shull and Art Lewis on either end of the ladies): Katie Diaz, Kelly Diaz, and Danielle “Dani” Hausler. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

On Oct. 10, 2022 the five Lady Ironmen varsity volleyball seniors celebrated Senior Night during the game against West Lincoln. From left to right are: Rileigh Kiser, Gracie Truesdale, Adi Breese, Makayla Sigmon, and Kaitlyn Newsome.

Prior to the BCHS/CHS football game last Friday night, Oct. 28, Kam Bolin raises high the silver “Vee in the C, World Champion Belt”. held these past couple of seasons by the CHS Ironmen. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

CHS Ironmen football team captains Jack Dellinger (#59); Justin Harris (#52); Tobias Miller (#17); Chase Miller (#11); and Landon Hahn (#1), walk out to meet the Yellow Jackets team captains at last Friday’s game against the BCHS squad.

The Ironmen D-Line sizes up the BCHS O-Line, watching to see who is going to have the ball and which way that person is going to go.

Led by #78 – Caleb Hovis, #6 – Kam Bolin, and #17 – Tobias Miller, the 2022 CHS Ironmen gridiron squad take the field last Friday night, Oct. 28, at Rudisill Stadium for their last regular season home game.

The 2022 senior class of Ironmen football players – 16 in all – and CHS varsity cheerleaders – six in all, strike a pose prior to the game against BCHS’ Yellow Jackets.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

EMPLOYMENT

NEED A CAR DISMANTLER. Auto Parts of Shelby. Apply in person at 1021 County Home Road, Shelby, NC 28152 704487-5234 (704) 472-4666

NEED A PARTS SALESPERSON. Auto Parts of Shelby. 1021 County Home Road, Shelby, NC 28152 704-487-5234.

NOW HIRING! SERVICE MASTER. Quality Clean & Restore!! Full time Water / Fire Restoration Technician and Carpet Cleaning Technician. Prior construction skills a plus. Starting pay $15 hr. Please send resume to servicesqcr@gmail.com or call 704-313-7352.

LOOKING FOR A DEPENDABLE PERSON. For help on a well boring machine. Includes installing submersible pumps. General knowledge of hand tools is a plus. If interest call or text Tony. 704-740-6604

COMPLETE CARE INC. Is seeking CNAs / In Home Aides for Cleveland and Gaston Counties. Apply M-F, 8am-4pm at 404 W. Warren St, Shelby, NC 28150 or call (704) 4809340

JANITORIAL MANAGER IH Services, is a recognized leader in providing facility maintenance and building services to many of the most recognized brands in the industrial manufacturing, distribution, power generation, hospitality, health care and automotive industries. We are in need of a manager to oversee the Janitorial operations for a facility in Lake City, SC. 10-12 part-time employees that work 7 days first/second shift and a weekend shift. Salary: $39,000$41,000 per year Benefits: Weekly Pay PTO begins first day Company laptop and cell phone 401K Medical/Dental/Vision/ Insurance (864) 894-0695 Mlukomske@ihservices.com

GENERAL MAINTANENCE/ GROUNDSKEEPER. Must have valid drivers license. Call 704-473-4299. (704) 473-4299

HANDYMAN NEEDED Handyman needed on a job in Rutherfordton for one day. Monday or

Basic plumbing and

electrical and

BUSINESS SERVICES

HOMEOWNERS, CONTRACTORS, REAL ESTATE AGENTS, need a little work? Jackson Corbin Property Services, LLC. Specializing in small jobs/punch list. Carpentry, painting, plumbing, tile, etc. Need a hand for a day or two? Give me a call. Professional quality work, affordable prices. 828-980-1823 or email jacksoncorbin71@gmail.com

STORAGE UNITS AND SMALL CLEANOUTS. Need a storage unit or room cleaned out? We specialize in a quick and easy mainly storage junk removal. We take all the necessary steps to remove, recycle or donate all the items we can. We’re a locally owned and operated company. We take pride in donating items back into our community and helping our environment by recycling. Serving Cleveland and Gaston County and surrounding areas. CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE! 1-661312-6159 (661) 312-6159 saveyourearth@live.com

SENIOR HELPER CNA 20 years experience. Looking for work. I do home care. Personal care, errands, appointments, grocery shopping, cooking, and light house keeping. Please call 828-974-1111 and leave a message in the Evening or email lora3_4@yahoo.com. In Shelby area (828) 9741111 lora3_4@yahoo.com

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

FOR SALE

DRESSER, CHEST OF DRAWERS 2 ANTIQUE TRUNKS. 506 C0llege Ave, Shelby, NC. 704-472-2050, (704) 482-4815

STORE FIXTURES FOR CLOTHING STORE. On sale. 4 way & 2 way racks, showcases, plastic bodies, mannequins & much more. (828) 980-2231

FOR SALE

RENT TO OWN TRAILERS. ENCLOSED, DUMP, GOOSENECK, CAR HAULERS. Thursdays - Fridays 10-5, Sat. 10-12. J Johnson Sales, inc. (828) 245-5895

STORAGE BUILDINGS NEW, USED, REPO’S. LARGE SELECTION! CASH or RENT TO OWN. NO CREDIT CHECK! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 221 South, Forest City Thursday - Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-12 (828) 245-5895

STEEL CARPORTS & GARAGES 12 wide, 18, 20, 22, 24 & 30 wides on display. Large onsite display. J Johnson Sales Forest City 2690 Hwy 221 South. Thursday - Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-12. Ph.(828) 2455895

PUPPIES.

828-657-4968, leave message if no answer.

704-600-6996

Main

Mooresboro, NC

3:00PM. Admission $5, under 10 free; $30 setup fee, limit 3 tables, bring your own table, setup time 7:00AM-9:00AM. Call 828-351-8822 or 704-6927702.

framing skills needed. Basically you will be relocating water pressure tank and sediment filter from crawl space to attached shed 6-10 feet away from present location.

BIG A’S HANDYMAN SERVICES. AUTOMOTIVE, ELECTRICAL, WOODWORKING, PLUMBING AND MUCH MORE. (704) 284-2964 ANTHONYDIMARCO59@GMAIL. COM

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tuneup Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

YARD SALES

2022 SHOPRIDER $950. 2022 Shoprider Streamer, used several months in apartment. 275 lb wt limit, delivered, charger, tech warranty. Scooterman John 704-9514224 (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

METAL ROOFING IN STOCK! Thursday - Friday 10-5 Saturday 10-12. J Johnson Sales (828) 245-5895

DOZENS OF FREE JELLY JARS. with lids. 828-215-2162. (704) 434-7171

APPLIANCES FOR SALE. Washer, Dryer and Electric stove for sale. Call: 704-4843128.

FOR SALE/TRADE 35 Ft. WINDSPORT RV, Sleeps 6, 48,000 miles. Trade for a pickup truck of equal value. $12, 000-$14,000. 704-915-9323 or 704-842-1794.

DEER CORN, 50 POUND BAG. $11. Callahan Farms. Cletus: 704-300-5341; Steve: 704-472-8865; Todd: 704-6921627

USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. 828-980-0788.

ALL TRAILERS CASH, FINANCE, CREDIT CARDS or RENT TO OWN. J Johnson Sales Forest City, NC. Thursday - Friday 10-5, Saturday 1012. Ph. (828) 245-5895

DECORATIONS FOR SALE. Christmas and Fall Wreaths with other decorations and crafts. 200 Lutz Rd, Lawndale. 704-538-3808.

2 BLUE RECLINERS for sale. $100 for both. Call 704-6852507.

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788

DARK PLUM WITH GOLD CAVIAR. Beaded top. Size 12. Mother or grandmother of bride or groom. Paid $200, Sell $100. (704) 482-1940

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, (704) 473-0867

RIDING MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, TRACTORS, EQUIPMENT, GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704-476-9383.

LOST & FOUND

LOST PINKY RING at Food Lion in Rutherfordton on Wednesday, Oct. 26th. Yellow Gold with Blue Stone. Special Heirloom. If found PLEASE call (828) 980-0269

GOLD CROSS PEN LOST in or around Shelby, NC, engraved with the following “Happy Mothers Day”. Reward, $50. (301) 875-6230

WANT TO BUY

NEED TO SELL YOUR HOUSE? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST

AKC AKITA PUPPY. Great watch dog. Will max out at approx 120 lbs. Unlimited registration. Serious inquiries only. (704) 974-7041

GERMAN SHEPHERD MALE PUPPY 4 months old, European blood lines, will mature to 100 pounds plus. 40 years experience with Shepherds. $300. 828-429-0053 or 828748-9238.

TOY POODLE (MALE) 5-YEARS. Kind natured Poodle, house trained, not registered, not fixed $750. (828) 395-5731 georgegoode308@ yahoo.com

GERMAN SHEPHERD FEMALE. Solid black, 18 months

AKC registered, working bloodline. $450. 828-429-0053 or 828-748-9238.

CHURCH SECRETARY. New Hope Baptist Church, Earl, NC

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This is a “before” shot of the sign

From Page 1 long time Cherryville historian and I researched the pieces and we surmise that the two signs were created and hung as an ‘early 20th Century’-era advertisement for the bank’s ‘national’ status, obtained in 1908. During those days most banks of its size were ‘local’ and subject

the local economy. Then – Bank President Samuel S. Mauney and the bank board were certainly proud to advertise the safety and prestige of the newly renamed Cherryville National Bank.”

Stroupe said that while there are no records of who and when exactly the damaged stained glass signs were given to the museum, “…it is suspected it was perhaps at the time of the

(later BB&T) Bank many years ago.”

Museum Board President Alice R. Dellinger said, “I am grateful that the Museum Board members voted to have these two signs restored after such a long period of time. Our goal at the museum is to research and restore anything we can to preserve the history of Cherryville, our wonderful town.”

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One of the restored First National Bank signs, in all its splendor! (photos provided)

Pieces of the original early 1900’s-era leading used in signs such as the ones Ms. Bork worked on.

Bits and pieces of the green and white stained glass comprising the original signs.

prior to Ms. Bork working on them.

MAIN ST.

From Page 1 music from Ocean Boulevard and include several food trucks on site. Beer and wine will also be available. Free commemorative cookies and soft drinks will also be available.”

Downtown director Day said, “Cherryville’s Main Street grand re-opening will be the culmination of many years of work by city leaders.”

He continued, “We owe this great day in part to the vision, hard work, and meticulous planning by many city

leaders. But mostly, we owe this day to our citizens. They voted for the projects and then were patient with all the disruptions.”

Mayor H.L. Beam, III, echoed Mr. Day’s comments by noting, “This is a great day for Cherryville. Our citizens stepped up to the plate and made a bold investment in the future.”

Day said City manager Brian Dalton pointed to the many improvements, adding, “Besides our beautiful new Streetscape, we completely revitalized the core of our sewer and water systems.”

Dalton continued, “Our citizens have a lot to be proud of.” City Manager Dalton also pointed to the work of the contractors on the long project: CaJenn Construction and Rehabilitation Services, Inc. of Hoboken, GA, was the contractor for the sewer project; and Sealand Contractors, which has local offices in Charlotte, completed the water and Streetscape projects.

The City and staff are eagerly looking forward to showing off Cherryville’s new downtown Main Street Streetscape.

FESTIVAL

From Page 1 qualified that statement by noting that, “Yes, the beer sales went fine but not as much as say July 4th. With so many things to do there’s a lot of moving around so not as many people sit to drink and just watch the band.”

Perhaps the biggest question Mrs. Tackett fielded was how it felt having the crowds once again on Main Street and what sort of comments

regarding that aspect of the night.

Said Tackett, “It felt great! (Our) events have taken a big hit, first by COVID and then by the Streetscape (renovations). This project was something that had to happen! Even though we weren’t able to have festivals as normal during the construction, the end pay-off of getting to celebrate our community on a brand-new Streetscape makes it all worth it. We are so thankful to the city and its citizens

for making this project happen!”

As for comments, Tackett said she heard a number of very positive comments about the work done and how things were looking.

After the Little Monster’s March, the City and the Chamber are now looking ahead to the Christmas festivals and events, she noted.

For more information on those contact the Chamber at (704) 4353451, or visit them at the city’s web site, www. cityofceherryville.com.

Looking east, Cherryville’s Main Street is sporting new paving work, ready and marked out for the white lines and parking delineations. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

Looking west down Main Street into the setting sun. It’s easy to see what all has been accomplished.

A close-up of one of the new lamppost bases and the decorative brickwork put down beside it.

The crossing on Main Street across from People’s Barber Shop, waiting on its paint and line work to be finished as well as a couple more brick pavers to be finished, and we’re ready to go!

Mike Clark, dressed as Mario, of the Super Mario Brothers, drove one of the tractors for Scary-Ville’s “Haunted Hayride.” He was just getting ready to start off with a load of excited kids of all ages!

Skeleton coming out of the ground in front of the Gazebo is very “Walking Dead”-like.

The 2022 Scary-Ville costume contest winners are: 1st Place, Tessa Goodman, 6, Bessemer City; 2nd place, Ethan Muniz, 14, Lincolnton; and 3rd place, Blaine Heath, 7, Dallas. With them are the three notorious Sanderson Sisters and Billy Butcherson, from the movie, “Hocus Pocus” (Mary Beth Tackett, Hannah Garrett, and Emily Blackburn Winter. (photo provided)

Ms. Heather Six, of Lincolnton, is dressed up as Batman’s nemesis, Catwoman. She said she enjoys Cosplay and, for the most part, researches and makes all of her own costumes for it.

Here is a Scoobie Doo stand-up, a creation by local artist and businessman and artist James Lail, whose van sported a wrap by Mr. Lail similar to the van in the kids cartoon show.