Cherryville Eagle 2-15-23

Basketball coach Scott Harrill retires from coaching at CHS

Wants to, after 24 years coaching and 400-plus wins, “… take a couple of years off” to “see what the future holds…”

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

When you think of Cherryville Ironmen basketball these past 24 years, you automatically think of Coach Scott Harrill.

Seeing his tall, lanky frame pacing back and forth on the Nixon Gym sidelines, yelling directions, encouragement, and yes, sometimes fussing at either them or the refs, but always doing so as civilly as possible. No slinging of chairs; no throwing towels; and absolutely no foul language. That WOULD NOT BE Scott Harrill. Not the Scott Harrill we all know. Not by a long shot.

On Friday, Feb. 3, Coach Harrill coached his last regular season home game as the Ironmen played, and defeated, the Highland Tech Rams. He will officially retire from his coaching position at the 2023 season’s end. At half-time, and after the Senior Night celebration, Coach Harrill was met on the Bud Black Court, where a host of family, friends, and current and

the court. He was presented with a silver trophy and a banner signed by all his current and former players and coaches, as well as family and friends.

In his storied career

Coach Harrill became the winningest Gaston County basketball coach (with 412 wins), been a father to not only two great young men, Trevor and Lane Harrill, but also a father figure and mentor to many young men. He is the CHS Athletic Director (10 years and counting), and

rill said, “It is bittersweet. I think that’s the best word for it. I’m excited about the future and I’m excited about having more time to spend with my family. Also, I want to take a couple of years off and see what the future holds.”

He also noted, “First let me thank my Lord and Savior for all the blessings he gives me in life. Second, (to) my wife Teresa; she completes me and keeps me grounded. My kids, Trevor and Lane, who have had to do without dad sometimes because I coach, but always See HARRILL, Page 4

NC House passes anti-rioting bill with veto-proof majority

by DAVID N. BASS

Carolina Journal

An anti-rioting bill quickly won approval in the North Carolina House on Feb. 8, after six Democrats threw their support behind the measure.

House Bill 40, Prevent Rioting and Civil Disorder, passed with a veto-proof 75-43 majority. The bill would establish a new level of felony penalties for rioters who cause property damage or serious bodily injury or death to others, including physical violence to first responders.

Joining Republicans in supporting H.B. 40 were Democratic Reps. Cecil Brockman of Guilford County, Laura Budd of

Mecklenburg County, Abe Jones of Wake County, Garland Pierce of Scotland County, Michael Wray of Northampton County, and Shelly Willingham of Edgecombe County.

Before passing the full House, lawmakers adopted several amendments to tone down the penalties or wording of the bill, including one that raised the threshold amount for property damage to face a felony charge from See BILL, Page 6

CNYSI’s Feb. 3 host dinner has roughly 100 attendees

Secretary Rusty Wise: “Everyone enjoyed getting out without masks after COVID…”

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

The Cherryville New Year’s Shooters, Inc. group held their 2023 Annual

Hosts Dinner on Friday, Feb. 3, at 6 p.m., and once again it was held at the Cherryville American Legion Post 100 building.

Group Secretary Rusty Wise, of Wise Electric/ Mr. Sparky, said they had “…roughly 100 attendees this year for the 2023 Annual Host Dinner.” Wise said everyone seemed to be glad to be able to gather together this year, noting that,

“Everyone enjoyed getting out without masks after COVID, eating and being able to converse openly.” Rusty said CNYSI President Charles Sisk spoke, welcoming everyone in attendance.

“Mike ‘Booze’ Dellinger welcomed everyone in attendance also and mentioned the possible sale of the museum building See CNYSI, Page 9

Coach Scott Harrill is surrounded last Friday night, Feb. 3, by family, friends, and current and former players in celebration of his retirement at the end of this season.

CHS Ironmen head basketball coach Scott Harrill with his family, wife, Teresa, and sons, Lane (left) and Trevor (right).

NC Speaker of the House Tim Moore at a recent session of the NC Legislature. (NC Legislature file photo provided)

Shirley W. Fisher

CHERRYVILLE – Shirley Whitaker Fisher, 88, of Cherryville, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023, at Carolina Care Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born April 29, 1934, in Gaston County, NC, to the late Ellis and Mildred Bost Whitaker.

Shirley was a devoted member of First Baptist Church and a charter member of the Chronological Bible Study Class. She spent her career in banking and retired from BB&T, where her coworkers remained her friends throughout the years. She enjoyed an active social life and could often be found dining out with friends and family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Fisher; beloved daughter, Debbie Fisher Payseur; and brother, Rick Whitaker.

Survivors include her grandchildren, Ben Payseur (Jennifer) and Jenny Payseur Emerson (Brian); great-grandchildren, Wade, Eli, and Lizzy Payseur, and Mallie, Mikki Jane, and Meg Emerson; son-in-law, Mickey Payseur; brothers, Ronnie Whitaker (Trish), Randy Whitaker, Rocky Whitaker (Wanda), and Reggie Whitaker; and numerous nephews.

Funeral services were held Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, at 2:30 p.m., at First Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Vince Hefner officiating. Burial followed at City Memorial Cemetery. The family received friends from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m., Sunday prior to the service in the dining hall at First Baptist.

Memorials may be made to The Paula Takacs Foundation for Sarcoma Research, P.O. Box 78416, Charlotte, NC, 28271, or to First Baptist Church, 301 E. First St., Cherryville, NC, 28021.

Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com.

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

Lance Hallman

CHERRYVILLE – Patrick Lance Hallman, 51, of Cherryville, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023. He was born Oct. 8, 1971, in Gaston County to Libby Hallman and the late Gary Robert Hallman. Lance was formerly employed as a machinist in manufacturing and also worked for 10 years with the Department of Corrections. He was an avid sports fan who especially loved NASCAR, Carolina Tarheels, and the Dallas Cowboys. He loved Rock N’ Roll music and was also known for his ability to calculate any equation in his head. He was loved deeply by many and will be missed by all.

In addition to his mother, Libby Hallman, he is survived by his children, Kayla Libbeth Hallman and Patrick Logan Hallman; grandson, Macklin Hallman; siblings, Suzanne Wallace (Daryle), Paige Green (Jason), and Blake Hallman (Wendy); nephews and niece, Jordan, Payne, Chandler (Emily), Clay (Taylor), and Kelsey; and a great-niece, Ella Grace Lyles.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, at 4 p.m., at Carpenter – Porter Funeral & Cremation Services with Rev. Dr. Dennis Bean officiating. Burial was private. The family received friends Saturday from 2:30 to 3:45 p.m., prior to the service at the funeral home.

Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com.

Carpenter – Porter Funeral and Cremation Services served the family of Mr. Hallman.

Glenda Anne Dixon Newton

LINCOLNTON –Glenda Anne Dixon Newton, 79, of the Reepsville Road, Lincolnton, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023. Her funeral was held at 3 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023 in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bobby Holdsclaw officiating. Burial followed in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Lincolnton. The family gathered at the home of her daughter, Sherry Reinhardt, at 204 South Jacob St., Cherryville, from 4 until 6 p.m., on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023 to greet friends. The family also received friends from 12:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, prior to the service at Warlick Funeral Home.

Mrs. Newton was born on Aug. 30, 1943 and was the daughter of the late John Neely Dixon, Jr. and Lorene Deveny Dixon. She was also preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in- law, Earnest and Lucy Newton, and

Blary Gene Brittain

LAWNDALE – Blary

Gene Brittain, 80, of Lawndale, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023 at Hospice at Wendover, Shelby.

Born in Cleveland County on Feb. 17, 1942, he was a son of the late Jim Devon Brittain and Vacie Mitchell Brittain. He was retired from textiles and was a member of Plainsview Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Geter Brittain and three sisters: Bonnie Brittain, Ann Reece, and Florence Fisher.

Survivors include two brothers, Dice Brittain, and Alexander Brittain and wife, Audrey, all of Fallston; and two sisters, Peggy Childers of Blacksburg, SC, and Irma Goforth Cunningham of Gastonia.

The family received friends on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023 from 2 to 3 p.m., at Plainsview Baptist Church.

A Celebration of Life service was held on Sunday at 3 p.m., at Plainsview Baptist Church with Rev. Wayne Key officiating.

Burial was private.

Memorials may be made to Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC, 28150.

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

Arrangements have been entrusted to Stamey – Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC.

her sister-in-law, Linda Newton Rudisill.

Mrs. Newton is survived by her husband, Avery Lee Newton; her children, Sherry Newton Reinhardt (Roger), Dana Michelle Newton and Gregory Todd Newton (Lynda); her sisters, Cathy Elaine Dixon Abernathy and Frances Kay Dixon Bell; her sister-in-law, Patsy Newton Wood; her brother-in-law, Rickey Newton; her grandchildren, Bradley Eugene Reinhardt (Kelli), Neely Lee Ann Anderson (Jason), Olivia Haven Ikard, Emily Kate Newton, Payton Elizabeth Newton, and Reagan Scott Newton; and her great-grandchildren, Dylan Reinhardt, Parker Anderson and Rylee Anderson.

Memorials may be made to Missionary Methodist Church Building Fund, 318 West Ballard St., Cherryville, NC, 28021. Warlick Funeral Home in Lincolnton served the Newton family.

Kathy Brannan

BESSEMER CITY –Kathy Gilchrest Brannan, 76, of Bessemer City, passed away Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, at Atrium Health Cleveland. She was born March 19, 1946 in Newport, Rhode Island, the oldest of 13 children to the late Raymond and Aileen Gilchrest. Kathy loved animals. She was an amazing roller-skater and ice skater. Kathy enjoyed reading, especially true crime and mystery novels. She also loved gardening.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Edward Brannan; and brothers, Raymond and Timothy. Survivors include her daughter, Tammy McCarthy and husband, Leonard of Eureka, CA; son, Jason Brannan and wife, Natalie of Crouse, NC; grandchildren, Leina Moore, Lizzie Brannan, and Caleb McCarthy; siblings, Linda, Ellen, Francis, Robert, Michael, Marilyn, Tommy, Dianna, Christopher, David and their families.

A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023, at Salisbury National Cemetery Annex, located at 501 Statesville Blvd., Salisbury, NC, 28144.

Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com.

Carpenter – Porter Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family of Mrs. Brannan.

ARRESTS

2-4: Clint Dennis Herd, 48, 410 Kenwood Rd., Cherryville, was arrested at 5602 Wild Wood Ct., Bessemer City, by GCPD officers for one count of simple assault.

2-4: John Adam Neal, IV, 35, 1323 Highland Bluff Ct., Lincolnton; One count misdemeanor second degree trespassing. Summons/cited.

2-5: Daisy Elizabeth Rudisill, 24, Streets of Cherryville; one count each misdemeanor larceny, simple possession of a Schedule III controlled substance, and a WSOJ (driving while impaired). $4,500 secured bond.

2-6: Charco Marco Andres, 21, 335 Beattie Rd., Cherryville, was arrested at 2851 Tryon Courthouse Rd., Gastonia, by GCPD officers on one count of an OFA for contempt of court/perjury/ court violation.

2-6: George Lamar Crosby, 50, 717 S. Mountain St., Cherryville, was arrested at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia, by GCSO deputies on five (5) counts of a warrant from another agency.

2-6: George Allen Stone, Jr., 34, 5985 Nora Dr., Iron Station; DWLR/Impaired Rev. Bond type: written promise.

2-7: Chelsea Leann Schultz, 32, 620 N. Mountain St., Cherryville, was arrested at this same address by GCPD officers on one count of an OFA for contempt of court/ perjury/court violation.

2-7: Jas Clinton Taylor, 44, 116 E. Main St., Cherryville, was arrested at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia, by GCSO deputies on one count of a warrant from another agency.

2-8: Ashley Renee Plavic, 39, 340 Hephzibah Church Rd., Crouse, was arrested at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia, by GCSO deputies on one count of an

OFA for contempt of court/ perjury/court violation.

INCIDENTS

2-1: GCPD officers report further investigation into a Jan. 31, larceny/other at 406 Tot Dellinger Rd., Cherryville

2-3: GCPD officers report further investigation into a larceny from motor vehicle at 209 Bud Black Rd., Crouse

2-3: Cherryville man reports call for service for missing Cherryville man. Case is active and under further investigation.

2-4: Cherryville business reports second degree trespassing by listed suspect who was on property after having been previously banned. Closed/cleared by arrest.

2-4: Cherryville woman reports call for service for unattended death of Cherryville man who was found unattended and deceased. Case closed by other means.

2-5: CPD officer and Cherryville business report larceny, simple possession of a Schedule III controlled substance and WSOJ by listed suspect who stole a bike and had narcotics on her person. Case closed/cleared by arrest. Seized: two (2) dosage units of sublingual Buprenorphine HCl.

2-6: CPD officer reports RDO and WSOJ on listed suspect who had an OFA and resisted arrest. Case is active and under further investigation.

2-6: CPD officer reports DWLR/Impaired Rev. by listed subject who was driving w/a revoked OL. Closed/ cleared by arrest.

2-8: GCPD officers report exceptionally closing/clearing a disorderly conduct/disturbing the peace incident at 313 Ridge Ave., Cherryville.

GASTON COUNTY’S

Cherryville Branch Library now has a Community Seed Bank!

by TRACI POLLITT Branch Manager – Cherryville Branch Library

LEGO Club – Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m.

Family Storytime –Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

Teen Anime Club –Thursday, Feb. 16 at 4:30 p.m. CLOSED FOR STAFF

TRAINING DAY – Monday, Feb. 20

Chessmates – Monday, Feb. 27 at 4:30 p.m.

Partnerships, partnerships, partnerships!

We love them and are privileged to partner with so many wonderful agencies and businesses in our community. We have a new one to announce, and this time, it’s not just our branch involved. Every satellite branch in the Gaston County Public Library system now has a Community Seed Bank!

The initiative was started at our Main Branch in Gastonia. Caroline Ingram, a graduate of the Master Gardener program offered by NC Cooperative Extension, wanted to start seed banks at the Gaston County Public Library. Meanwhile, the idea of seed banks had been floating around the library for a few years but never really taken root (pun intended!).

Thankfully, Ms. Ingram began volunteering at the library, which put her in exactly the right place for her project! The goal is to ensure every community has access to seeds as well as evidence-based gardening education. In addition,

it helps increase awareness of the Master Gardener program as well as Gaston County’s Extension Services department, a small department most county residents have never heard of much less used. And everything is FREE for our patrons – we just ask that you take no more than five (5) seed packs when you visit so that all who are interested will be able to take seeds home. There is also an email sign up list for those wanting to be notified of upcoming classes and events. There are gardening classes being offered monthly at our Main Branch in Gasto-

Stephen Zill selected as new GCPD chief

GASTONIA, N.C. – Following a national search that saw interviews with multiple highly qualified candidates, Gaston County Manager Dr. Kim Eagle announced Friday, Feb. 10, the next chief of the Gaston County Police Department will come from within its own ranks.

Stephen Zill, a captain who is a Commander in the Community Policing Division and Special Operations Unit, rose to the top after a highly competitive process that included candidates of different backgrounds from within the agency, across the state, and elsewhere in the country. Zill has more than 25 years of law enforcement experience, including more than 22 years with GCPD.

Eagle credited an “open and inclusive assessment process,” which included members of neighboring law enforcement agencies and members of the community serving on interview panels.

nia, too. We are hoping to bring some of those here to the Cherryville Branch Library, so stay tuned! If you have any questions about the Community Seed Bank project, please give us a call during public service hours.

For all library-related questions, call us at our new number at (704) 769-8190, 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. Happy reading...and now, happy planting!

“Selecting a new county police chief is one of the most important decisions that I have made during my tenure as County Manager,” Dr. Eagle said. “After our extensive assessment process, it was clear Captain Zill is the right candidate during this time of growth and change in our community.

“Captain Zill has many talents, which include significant leadership and law enforcement experience, and he is also someone that will work to build partnerships, work collaboratively with all members of our community, and someone who will continue to move the Gaston County Police Department forward to provide excellent

public service

every day.”

Zill is a lifelong resident of Gaston County, graduating from Hunter Huss High School in 1991, and earning a Criminal Justice degree from Western Carolina University in 1996. He is a graduate of the West Point Leadership Program and the FBI command college.

“I want the Gaston County Police Department to be the model agency for professionalism in police services,” Zill said. “My vision is for the County Police to return to our Community Policing roots by strengthening relationships with our citizens, community stakeholders, and law enforcement partners in order to ensure excellence in the delivery of service to our community.”

Board of Commissioners Chairman Chad Brown (R-Riverbend Township) said having someone step into the role that is already intimately familiar with the community is a huge win.

“Captain Zill brings the right balance of fresh ideas and a deep understanding of the people of Gaston County,” Brown said. “I could not be more excited about this next chapter for our men and women in the Gaston County Police Department.”

Zill is the 11th Chief in the history of GCPD, which was formed on July 1, 1957. The Department serves

nearly 90,000 residents in the unincorporated areas of Gaston County as well as providing service to the Town of High Shoals.

Public Safety Manager Vincent Wong, who helped conduct the candidate search, said Zill’s existing relationships within the organization and in the community will help make for a smooth transition.

“Captain Zill has shown his genuineness, professionalism, leadership and desire to serve our County and this police department during our selection process,” Wong said. "We trust his ability and dedication to lead our department into the future with collaboration and innovation.”

Current GCPD Chief Joseph Ramey announced in September he would transition into a new role focused on school safety. Zill will work alongside Ramey during a transition period, before the two men will officially begin their new roles on March 6.

The Schiele Museum presents 23rd Annual Fossil Fair

Visitors of all ages can explore fossils, rocks, and minerals

GASTONIA, N.C. – Visitors are invited to travel back in time at the 23rd Annual Fossil Fair at The Schiele Museum of Natural History to discover the ancient stories that fossils, rocks, and minerals tell. The festivities will take place on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 10 a.m., to 4 p.m. For the price of museum admission plus $3, participants can enjoy a full day of fun and fossils at The Schiele. Those who attend can search for North Carolina fossils, meet live animals, mine for gemstones, find or buy their own fossils to take home, and learn all about prehistoric life through hands-on learning activities.

For rock collectors, gemstone enthusi-

asts, or fossil hunters, the museum will have experts on hand to identify, educate, and sell geodes, fossils, rocks, jewelry, and more. Geologists will be on-site to help beginners mine for their own gemstones and learn more about their finds. There will also be family-friendly scavenger hunts, fossil digs, crafts, and a special planetarium lineup featuring the show, “Fossils in Space”. Museum Program Specialist Nathan Chapman says, “Fossils are full of

mysteries! They hint at animals and an alien Earth we can hardly imagine. By investigating fossils, we can learn about the Earth’s past and better understand the world we live in today. At Fossil Fair, visitors can see, touch, and examine these treasures that have been buried for millions of years, and learn more about the history that they hold.”

For more information about Fossil Fair and The Schiele Museum, visit schielemuseum.org.

This close-up of the Seed bank and its contents gives you a better idea of what you will find to help you start your very own garden!

This Tyrannosaurus rex is on display at The Schiele Museum of Natural History on February 25.

Photo by The Schiele Museum

CHIEF STEVEN ZILL

HARRILL

From Page 1 loved being in the gym with me. My parents, Howard and Marie Harrill, who never miss games over all the years of playing and coaching. My sister, aunts and uncles, and all my friends and family. (To)

Coach Antonio Griggs a young and great basketball mind, that I look forward to what the future holds for him. My fellow coaches Bud Black and Dennis Tate who have been with me in all the years. My former players, who are like family to me! They are what this is all about – developing the relationships along the way that last a lifetime.

My friend and lifelong manager, the true Ironman, Lee Roy Montgomery, and his running mate, Will Gates. Let us never forget Terry Usery who kept the clock for many years until he passed away, and now Michael Philbeck, who makes the games run smoothly. To the many booster club workers and volunteers. The community of Cherryville and parents. Thank you for allowing me to Coach. And to the many principals along the way and the student section for the support, thank you all!”

Coach Harrill noted it’s all about the relationships that are built through the blood, sweat, and tears that happen every day on the court.

“That they know I truly

cared and (they) saw me live out my faith both on and off the court. That they learn how to love their family and have their family involved in their work with them. That they also wanted a relationship with Christ and let him be the coach for life!” he added.

His wife, Teresa, said, “I am so proud and honored to be Scott’s wife! I have enjoyed watching Scott coach all these years! Being a coach’s wife is rough sometimes but it’s also pretty neat, seeing your husband do what he loves and seeing the lives he touches each year of coaching.”

Son Trevor said, “Dad used to always tell me, ‘Never be late and always be five minutes early.’ He also always wanted me, Lane, and the rest of the Cherryville basketball family to always know that it was more than just playing

basketball; he was teaching us life lessons.”

Lane said, “Everything he used to preach to all of his players since I was a little kid was, ‘Ironmen family is like his own family.’ He always told me to ‘…put in the work and the results will come to light.’ My dad was a one-of-akind mentor for the Cherryville community and I saw how many lives he impacted over his coaching career at CHS. Everyone that he coached to this day is family and always will be!”

Scott’s mom and dad, Marie and Howard Harrill, said of their son, “We are very proud of Scott and the career he’s had in coaching. His goal is to teach kids about life and he’s been privileged to do that through the game of basketball. He has taught them to hang in there when things get tough, to de-

pend on and support family, and to not walk away from your responsibilities. We’ve watched Scott play or coach ball for the past 47 years! It has been a joy. We don’t know what his next adventure will be but we plan to be there supporting him and cheering him on!”

Howard also noted they have been to “99 percent of all of his (Scott’s) games. He’s a really good coach and a great son. We love him so much!”

From Assistant coach and mentor, Dr. Bud Black: “Scott Harrill is the greatest high school basketball coach in Gaston County history. His record of 412 wins far exceeds any other high school basketball coach in Gaston County. However, coach Harrill

is more than just a coach. He is a Christian who puts Christ and his family before other things in life. He follows this strong faith by sharing with the boys he coaches the importance of succeeding in the classroom and life. Throughout his career, he has always stressed being a good teammate and created a family atmosphere for the players and assistant coaches. May you enjoy your retirement from coaching high school basketball!”

From Asst. Coach Dennis Tate: “It has truly been a blessing to have worked with Scott every year that he has served as head coach. He is, and has been, God sent to oversee our basketball program and the thing I like most is his dedication to see the players grow and succeed in life and (be) productive in society. Also, I’d like to thank Scott’s wife Teresa for allowing CHS to keep him away from home for so many years and (for being) there to support him along the way. Truly, he will be missed tremendously.”

Assistant coach Antonia Griggs said, “Congratulations, Coach Scott Harrill! Where do I start? It’s been my honor and privilege to play for Coach Harrill. I know I drove him crazy at times as a player. As an assistant on his staff for so many years, I’ve seen firsthand all the hard work he put into our basketball program. He has been everything a parent wants

in a mentor and coach for their son! Much respect on a Hall of Fame career and for doing it with high morals and pure class the entire time. I owe Coach Harrill a lot. He was my coach, my friend and mentor. He’s the reason I teach and coach. I will forever value all he taught me. Thank you for the love, passion, and unmeasurable time you have devoted to Ironmen basketball. Thank you for being an amazing coach and example to us all. Special thanks to Teresa for allowing him to be in all of his players lives even after our playing careers ended. Happy retirement! You will be missed! Once an Ironmen…Always an Ironmen! We love you Coach!”

And lastly, from his friend and CHS Principal Shawn Hubers, “I have been blessed in my two years at Cherryville High School to work with Coach Harrill. I have seen first-hand his dedication to his basketball team and to our entire athletic program. Coach Harrill creates a family atmosphere within his program which was on full display last Friday night. He loves his players, past and present, and he makes meaningful investments in their lives. He will be greatly missed as our basketball coach, but he has built a strong foundation for our program moving forward.”

A study in concentrating on being the leader of the Ironmen basketball team: Head Coach Scott Harrill giving the team their marching orders!

In this Eagle file photo, you can see the intense concentration on Coach Scott Harrill’s face and on the faces of his assistants, Antonio Griggs, Dennis Tate, and Dr. Bud Black. (Eagle/CF Media file photos by Michael E. Pow ell)

For Coach Scott Harrill it is as much about his players as anything. Left to right, from a couple years back are: Austin Thompson, Coach Harrill, Noah Abernethy, and Lavonte Hughes.

Even during the pandemic, Coach Scott Harrill provided his men and players the role model of the health-conscious coach as he laid out the game plan for the team, who were all either masked up or standing at the right distance from each other.

Ironmen basketball head coach Scott Harrill and his family, all masked up and posing for their photo at a CHS home game during the pandemic. With him are wife, Teresa, and his mom and dad, Marie and Howard Harrill.

Resisting temptation with Jesus’ help

Mark 6:7

“Jesus called the twelve and began to send them out to by two, and gave them authority over the unclean spirits.”

At Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, a place I served while in Seminary, they decided that they needed to grow. They voted to launch a program of evangelism. At Mt. Bethel their main concern was the lack of growth over the last 20 years. Beginning in the 1990’s the church had begun a two-decade decline in membership, so the leadership figured a little church growth strategy was in order.

They studied a program from Seed Casters, a pop-

ular church growth firm at the time, that promised a big gain in membership. Among other things, the church growth program advocated a system of doorto-door visitation. So, the church organized themselves into groups of two and one Sunday afternoon, we sat out to invite people to come to church.

The teams went out armed with pamphlets describing the congregation, and nice little coffee mugs, filled with instant coffee, and Hershey Kisses, a flier with a smiling photo of the pastor, and direction on how to find the church. Each team was given a map and a set number of doors to knock on.

Helen and Gladys, were given a map. They were clearly told to go down Summit Drive and to turn right. It couldn’t have been any more clear. I

Monologue or Dialogue

(3rd Part of “INTIMACY WITH GOD” Series)

Have you ever talked to someone that didn’t allow you to speak, because they were loquacious? They shared what they had on their mind, but didn’t allow you any time to speak; it was a onesided conversation. I think that is a common scenario when we are praying to God. We tell him all our troubles and present our to-do list that we demand him to accomplish, but we don’t always wait quietly before him to hear instructions. I believe that’s why we were created with two ears and one mouth, so we could listen more than we talk with God and people. James 1:19 (AMP) states, “Understand this, my beloved brothers and sisters. Let everyone be quick to hear [be a careful, thoughtful listener], slow to speak [a speaker of carefully chosen words and], slow to anger [patient, reflective, forgiving];

The Word God created us to commune with him. He desires to talk to us. Jeremiah 33:3 (ESV) says, “Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known.” The Lord gave us the Bible so we could learn how to communicate with Him effectively. The more we read, study and obey scripture, the sharper we become at discerning the voice of God. The Bible reveals God’s thoughts, ways, and precepts. It teaches us how to develop a close relationship with him and how to manage every area of our lives.

2 Timothy 3:16 (AMP) says, “All Scripture is God-breathed [given by divine inspiration] and is profitable for instruction, for conviction [of sin], for correction [of error and restoration to obedience], for training in righteousness [learning to live in conformity to God’s will, both publicly and privately— behaving honorably with personal integrity and moral courage].” Also, the Bible is the standard that we should judge anything we hear with. For example, If I heard in my thoughts, “Take that money that just fell from that lady’s purse; you need it! I would know instantly that God is not speaking, because it doesn’t agree with scripture. The bible says, “Do not steal!” God will never lead us away from what he has said in scripture. Isaiah 40:8 (ESV) says, “The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever.”

PRAY THIS PRAYER: “Father, you are the God that speaks and listens. You are a relational God. I am in awe that you love me so much. I get to be in the Presence of the Creator of the Universe; that is absolutely amazing. Please teach me how to hear you better and discern your voice. I ask you to open up the eyes of my understanding so that I may comprehend your Word. Forgive me for being stuck on myself, instead of pressing in to find out your plans. Lord, as I wait in your Presence please show me what you want me to do. Lead and guide me so that I may honor you. I love you.In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.”

even heard the leader say to them, “You go down Summit Drive and turn right. Do you hear me, Helen? That’s Summit Drive and turn right.”

But, Helen and Gladys, who were both approaching 80, after serving as elementary school teachers for many years, were far better at giving directions than taking them. Because when they went to the end of Summit Drive, instead of turning to the right and going into the fancy new housing development, they turned left and went into the projects of Durham.

Late that afternoon, each team returned to the church to make its report. Helen and Gladys had only one interested person to report to the group, a woman named Verleen. She lived with her two children in a three-room apartment in the projects we were told. Although she had never been to a church in her life, Verleen wanted to visit, Mt. Bethel.

That next Sunday, Helen and Gladys proudly presented Verleen at the eleven o’clock service; Verleen, along with two feral-looking children. Verleen liked the service so much, she said, that she wanted to attend the women’s Thursday morning Bible study. Helen and Gladys said they would pick her up. That Thursday, Verleen appeared, proudly clutching her new Bible, a gift from Helen’s circle, the first Bible Verleen had ever seen, much less owned. That Thursday, as the poor Duke student it was my job to lead the women’s Bible study. We were talking about Luke, chapter 4 which is the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. As I was closing my opening remarks, I asked, “Have any of you ever been faced with temptation and with Jesus’s help you resisted?”

One of the women told about how, just the week before, there was some confusion

in the supermarket checkout line and before she knew it, she was standing in the supermarket parking lot with a loaf of bread that she had not paid for.

“At first I thought,” she confessed, “Why should I pay for it? They have enough money as it is. But then I thought, ‘No you are a Christian’ So I went back in the store and paid them for the loaf of bread.”

Her confession was met with many nods of approval. It was then that Verleen spoke.

“A couple of years ago I was into cocaine really big. You guys know what that is like right? You know how that stuff makes you go crazy.

Well, anyway, my boyfriend, not the one I have now, but the one who is the daddy of my first child, that one. Well, we knocked over a gas station one night. It was easy. Quickest $200 I ever made. Well, my boyfriend, he says to me, ‘Let’s hit the 7-Eleven down the corner.’ And something in

Cherryville Area Places of Worship

me says, ‘No. I’m not going to hold up a convenience store.’ He beat me, but I still said ‘no’. I reckon that’s about the only time in my life I ever said ‘no’ to anything. Made me feel like I was somebody.”

Through the stunned silence, I managed to say, “Well…um….yeah…this Scripture is about resisting temptation…let’s pray together.”

As I left the church parlor and went into the parking lot, I was helping Helen get the leftover snack food in her car and she said, “I can’t wait to get home and invite people to come to our study next week. Your Bible studies were a bit dull. I think I can get a good crowd for this.”

I wasn’t entirely sure whether to laugh or cry. But the church, by the grace of God, grew.

pray.

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

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

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

Pastor First United Methodist Church of Cherryville

DANYALE PATTERSON

Western Carolina University Fall 2022 Dean’s; Chancellor’s List students

CULLOWHEE, NC –Western Carolina University congratulates more than 2,000 students named to the Fall 2022 Dean’s and Chancellor’s Lists. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher while completing 12 or more credit hours.

Dean’s List students

From Cherryville – Hunter Lail, Jennifer Burhans, Phillip Dellinger, Gracie Jackson, Kaushal Patel, Isabella Wilson, and Lakota Wilson.

From Bessemer City –Ashley Balderas, Savannah Baldwin, Bobby Holland, Allison Royer, and Taylor Tremmel.

From Crouse – Hannah McCoy, and Anthony Fowler.

Chancellor’s List students

To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.8 or higher while completing 12 or more credit hours.

From Cherryville – Hunter Lail, Jennifer Burhans, Phillip Dellinger, Gracie Jackson, Kaushal Patel, Isabella Wil-

son, and Lakota Wilson.

From Bessemer City –Ashley Balderas, Savannah Baldwin, Bobby Holland, Allison Royer, and Taylor Tremmel.

From Crouse – Hannah McCoy, and Anthony Fowler.

As the westernmost institution in the University of North Carolina System, WCU attracts students from around the globe for its nationally ranked programs, affordability through NC Promise and exceptional student support.

Recognized as a top adventure college and surrounded by the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, students can explore the region’s vast natural diversity through unrivaled experiential learning and recreational activities. Offering residential, hybrid and online programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees at our main campus in Cullowhee, WCU in Asheville located at Biltmore Park, and wherever students are through distance learning.

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF BILLY HUGH YOUNG

Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Billy Hugh Young, 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 8th day of May, 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 8th day of February, 2023.

Janet Martin King

Executrix

Counsel for the Estate:

PALMER E. HUFFSTETLER, JR.

ATTORNEY AT LAW

106 North Cherry Street Cherryville, NC 28021

Telephone: 704-435-4907

CE (2/08, 15, 22 & 3/01/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 10th day of December, 2022 as Executrix of the Estate of CARYL B. AUSTELL; AKA, CARYL BEAM AUSTELL, 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 McIntyre Elder Law in Shelby, NC on or before the May 1st, 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 1st day of February, 2023.

Elizabeth Austell Shuford, Executrix

Estate of: Caryl B. Austell; aka, Caryl Beam Austell

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150

CE (2/1, 08, 15 & 22/2023)

Gastonia man wins $1 million: “You never know what’s around the corner”

RALEIGH – Ronnie Woods of Gastonia made a last-minute decision to buy a $10 scratch-off and won the first $1 million prize in a new lottery game. “I was going to walk out the door but something told me to just go ahead and get it,” he said.

Woods, a 66-year-old former member of the Navy and Marine Corps, bought his lucky 50X The Cash ticket from Save Mart on Union Road in Gastonia.

“You never know what’s around the corner,” he said. “I just want to live in peace and enjoy life.”

Woods said he called his son after he won to tell him the good news.

“I asked him, ‘What would you say if I told you I won a million dol-

BILL

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$1,500 to $2,500.

Supporters say H.B. 40 is necessary to discourage the types of property damage seen across North Carolina during protests following the death of Georgia Floyd in 2020. Many of the protests turned into riots, resulting in millions of dollars in property damage.

“This bill is designed to punish those who are either inciting or actively engaged in criminal conduct, not the person who showed up to protest, as their right would allow,” said House Speaker Tim Moore, R-Cleveland.

Rep. Ken Fontenot, R-Nash, said that he witnessed firsthand the devastation to local businesses in

lars?’” Woods recalled. “He said, ‘That’s a good joke.’ So, I took a picture and sent it to him.”

When Woods arrived at lottery headquarters last Tuesday, he had a decision to make. He could choose to receive

his prize as an annuity of $50,000 over 20 years or a lump sum of $600,000. He chose the lump-sum amount of $600,000 and, after required state and federal tax withholdings, took home $427,503.

Woods said he will use

his winnings to pay off his mortgage and do some home renovations.

The 50X The Cash game debuted this week with six top prizes of $1 million. Five $1 million prizes remain to be claimed.

Wilson from riots in 2020.

“What I appreciate about this bill is that it protects low-income, African-Americans,” he said. “When you look across the nation at where these riots took place – Los Angeles, Chicago, Minneapolis –black neighborhoods were the neighborhoods that were hurt. African-Americans are the one who foot the bill, not lawyers.”

Rep. Charles Miller, R-Brunswick, shared his own experience as a chief deputy in the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office. He said that police worked to protect peaceful protesters from “the agitators,” who threw rocks, chunks of brick, and frozen water bottles at them.

“Just to make a point, I think we arrested six people and maybe one of them was African-American. A

majority of the crowd was

white,” Miller said. “This is not about taking away peaceful protest. It’s about protecting the property and protecting the law enforcement officers and first responders.”

Opponents argue the measure is racist and would quell free speech.

“God knows we don’t want another riot, but we do want people to feel comfortable to protest, to assemble,” said Rep. Marcia Morey, D-Durham. “I think this has a chilling effect on those constitutional rights.”

“We all know this is an anti-Black Lives Matter bill,” said Melissa Price Kromm, executive director of N.C. Voters for Clean Elections, when the bill was before the House Judiciary Committee earlier in the day. “This overly broad, still problematic bill is not

about protecting peace. It’s about silencing dissent.”

Both chambers of the General Assembly passed a bill similar to H.B. 40 in the 2021 long session –the Senate by a 25-19 vote and the House with a 63-41 vote. Two House Democrats joined Republicans to support the measure, while every Senate Democrat voted no.

Later, Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed the bill, saying, “People who commit crimes during riots and at other times should be prosecuted and our laws provide for that, but this legislation is unnecessary and is intended to intimidate and deter people from exercising their constitutional rights to peacefully protest.”

H.B. 40 now goes to the Senate.

Having

aka Addie Sue Parton, deceased, late of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Administratrix on or before the 27th day of April, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 25th day of January, 2023

Diana C. Stroupe (FKA Hughes)

113 Early Road Kings Mountain, NC 28086

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS

P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086 CE (1//25, 2/1, 2/8 & 2/15/2023)

CHS baseball team gets in skill drills before practices start in earnest

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Well, folks. It’s that time again; the time all you Cherryville Ironmen baseball fans have been earnestly waiting for – time for the CHS Ironmen “Boys of Summer” – well… spring, really – to get out on the John L. “Buck” Fraley Field and take to the mound smack dab in the middle of the big green and brown diamond-shaped spot of local baseball heaven in anticipa-

day, Feb. 8, head baseball coach Scott Heavner, along with a few of his assistant coaches and a smattering of players, came out onto Fraley Field, braving the cool weather in order to get in a couple of skill drills prior to them being able to start official practices.

Coach Heavner said he expected to see a number of familiar faces when the season starts up in earnest this month, along with a good crew of newer young men who are coming out to play baseball for him for their

of these skill sets earlier in anticipation of the season’s start of actual practice and this was just one of many the young men have been at. There are still a few players Coach Heavner had from last season who are still playing basketball. They will come to play and practice, he noted, when that sport’s season is finished and they have done what is needed of them there.

Heavner had a couple of his assistants on the field with him: AC Seth Freeman, AC Michael Whitesides, and a new, but familiar face,

Men’s Tennis 2023 Schedule

Cherryville Girls Soccer 2023 Schedule

Things in the batting cage were warming up last week under the watchful eye of assistant baseball coach Michael Whitesides. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

Coaches Austin Treadway and Michael Whitesides share a laugh as one of their young

CHS Ironmen assistant coach Austin Treadway talks with fellow assistant coach Seth Freeman at last week’s skill drills.

BUSINESS SERVICES

WILL CLEAN HOUSES AND BUSINESSES Reasonable rates. Call or text me at 704-419-9016 or email me at sgacsa@aol.com (704) 4199016

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

HOME REPAIRS & PAINTING. Veteran offering home repairs, remodeling, and painting. Free Estimates. Interior/Exterior Work. Call Michael @ 980-316-6160 Let’s Discuss Your Needs. (980) 316-6160 RETIRED ELEMENTARY TUTOR. Accepting students for help in Reading and/or Math. $13 hr. Call Kathy, (704) 692-7250

CNA’s are encouraged to apply. Positions available-

Professionals with a 4 yr degree in Human Services or teaching full time, starting pay with no experience $36,500 yearly. Paraprofessional Staff FT/PT 8am-8pm or 8pm-8am, 36 hours one week, 48 hours the next. Starting pay with no experience $24,500 yearly. Paraprofessional staff with more than 3 years experience.

Starting pay $26,500 yearly.

Hours are as followed: 8am8pm or 8pm-8am, 36 hours one week, 48 hours the next.

3 Days one week and 4 days the next week. Part-time positions will be filled after full time positions have been met. Other positions and hours available as well. 1099 positions available for experienced staff. Pay differs per contract. Apply in person at 203 Lee St in Shelby, NC Monday thru Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

NEEDED - VAN DRIVERS.

Part time positions transporting students and clients. Cleveland County area. Great for senior citizen. (704) 466-

5189

NOW HIRING LANDSCAP-

ERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR

ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704)

473-0341

LOOKING FOR SOME-

ONE TO CLEAN my house ($20hr) and someone to do odd jobs ($10hr). Must be able to pass criminal background check. 828-429-3075 or 828-429-0800.

PART TIME FARM WORK.

Paint fences, trim trees, barn work, weed eating, in Summer. Must have own transportation, be responsible. 828289-4901.

ONE ON ONE CARE. Is hiring for Direct Support Professional/DSP for full/part time on 2nd shift. Transport experience recommended not required. Apply in person at 203 Lee St, Shelby NC

SALVATION ARMY STORE has positions available in our Shelby Family Store. We need Store Clerks, a Truck Driver, and a Truck Helper.

Backgrounds are required for all positions and a clean driving record for the Driver position. Please apply in person at 310 W. Dixon Blvd, Shelby, NC 28150.

PART TIME MUSICAL WORSHIP LEADER. We are looking for a part time Worship Leader to lead our congregation in Sunday morning musical worship. A complete description can be obtained from our church office by calling 704-434-6771. Please send resume to SRBC, PO Box 297, Mooresboro, NC 28114. (704) 434-6771 sandyrunoffice@gmail.com

USED & NEW MOBILITY

CHAIRS From $475. to $750, 7 different units Call Scooterman John (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

BUSINESS SERVICES

NEW RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING SERVICES are now available. Badger Plumbing is now open to service you at reasonable rates. Call 704-524-3387.

RETAINING WALLS, PAVERS, GRADING, DEMOLITION, site cleanup, ponds, fencing, maintenance, irrigation, landscaping, pruning, planting, excavator work. 828-453-8113.

YARD SALES

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

INDOOR YARD SALE Every Saturday, 9AM-2PM. Pampas-grass, toys, clothes, kitchen items, more. 1237 Piney Ridge Road, Forest City. Forest City, NC 28043

ANTIQUES

UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION. Tues.-Sat. 11am-4pm. Farm House Decor, Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage Toys, Hot Wheels, Jewelry, MORE. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on FB. 828382-0075.

FOR SALE

1994 FORD RANGER.

(Needs Motor) $1800. Steven’s 12 Gauge $250, American Arms 12 Gauge $250, Oil Tank $200, Metal Burn Barrels, $15 Feed Barrels $20, Totes $75. Call Jeff 828-3724782.

2 CEMETERY LOTS with 2 Concrete Vaults. Cleveland Memorial Park, Boiling Springs, NC. Lots are side by side. Located near mausoleum. Call 704-284-0227 to make offer.

TOOLS & RIFLE FOR SALE.

Paslode Finish Nailer, 16 gauge, Ruger Mini 14 Rifle and ammo, Bosch Mini Jackhammer. 828-302-5177.

4 RIMS AND TIRES. For Chevy S10. Kumho Solus 205/75/15R. Excellent tread. $250. 704-769-4091.

6 HEAVY DUTY STOVE PIPES. Coon traps, Bear 4 HP Spin Balancer, console sewing machines, 10x10 dog lot. 704-476-9273

STORAGE BUILDINGS

SENIOR CARE PLAN (SRLIFE INS) All health conditions, even nursing facilities or incarcerated can get insured. Ages 0- 85 no medical exam required. Plans to fit your budget and with Legacy assurance membership it will lock in the price of a casket; headstone, vault for $4,000 or urn as low as $99. Don’t leave your family with a burden. Call your local rep(NC/ SC) today Shelia Warthen 704-284-1106 (704) 2841106 SReneeWarthen60@ icloud.com

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tune-up Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

JAMES BALLARD PAINTING SERVICE. Paint Kitchen Cabinets only and Stain Decks. Pre-estimated price. References available. 828429-7511 or 828-429-3743. Ask for James. YARD BUDDY. Outdoor work such as trimming bushes, small trees, spraying weeds, gutter cleaning. General property clean-up. No grass cutting or leaves. Serving Shelby & Cleveland County. (980) 295-0750

NEW, USED, REPOS “BUY, SELL, TRADE!” J Johnson Sales, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

WHITE COKE TABLE.

Round, fair condition, 2 red metal folding Coke chairs, excellent condition and 2 Coke round pillows. $250 OBO. 704-769-4901

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704482-2243. (704) 538-5788

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855

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. 704434-6389, (704) 473-0867

FOR SALE

KITCHEN APPLIANCES FOR SALE Newer Frigidaire top freezer refrigerator $250. GE self-cleaning stove $150. Panasonic turntable microwave oven only $30 OBO. All were removed from rental property so they are working good. Call 704-747-9076 or 704-739-7027 and make an offer. (704) 747-9076 smileydl@bellsouth.net AKC REGISTERED CHOCOLATE LABRADORS. AKC Registered Chocolate Labradors/ Ready to go home on February 13, 2023 (828) 3456215 brittaina@yahoo.com

ARROWHEADS. Large selection of arrowheads. Take some or all. Price depends on the amount you buy. Polkville, (573) 544-5806

FIREWOOD. Seasoned 95% Oak, 1/4 cord load - $70, $85delivered. Bundles - $5 each. 704-435-3970 or 704-4583081.

1980 FORD TRUCK. Has a running 302 engine, $2000. Also 6’x8’ trailer $300 and 14’ John Boat, $300. (980) 9253638

NEW CAR SHED FOR THE NEW YEAR! Single Car $288 Down from $89 month. Double $395 Down from $123.45 month. J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

STEEL BUILDINGS (OPEN OR FULLY ENCLOSED) 14 on Display. 12’ Wide to 40 EVEN 60 Clear Span. “We do Grading, Gravel, Concrete” TURN KEY! J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

TRAILERS, TRAILERS!

DUMP TRAILERS, GOOSENECK, DECK OVER, EQUIPMENT, ALL PURPOSE

TRAILERS, CAR HAULERS. Cash, Finance,

FOR SALE TRAILER-BUY-SELL-TRADE!

“Must

WANT TO BUY

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.

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

BUYING OLD VIDEO GAME SYSTEMS. Looking to buy your old Nintendo, Sega, Dreamcast and Gameboy games and systems call or text me if your in the Cleveland and Gaston County, Kings Mountain, Shelby and Charlotte areas. Call Tim 661-312-6159 (661) 3126159 saveyourearth@live. com

BLANTON’S TREE SERVICE LLC. TREE TRIMMING AND REMOVAL SERVICES, STORM CLEANUP,

BOTTLE

call/text.

WINSTON CIGARETTES ELECTRIC CLOCK $500 Call or email: (704) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

TRACTORS, EQUIPMENT, RIDING MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704476-9383.

DEER CORN, 50 POUND BAG. $11. 55 gallon drum $65 in your drum. Callahan Farms. Cletus: 704-3005341; Steve: 704-472-8865; Todd: 704-692-1627

LENOVO YOGA TOUCHSCREEN LAPTOP. $650. Runs Windows 11. Has only been used a few times. (704) 487-6771

OLD AUTO PARTS CABINETS $100. I have several different cabinets and display racks, Can send pictures by phone (704) 300-1818 kim_ hopper@bellsouth.net

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

RECORD PLAYER IN GOOD SHAPE. MUST PLAY 45, 33, 78. Must play all 3 sizes and have adaptor. Several companies make this. I will pay good price. Leave message if needed. 704-435-8956.

WE BUY Cars, Trucks, Vans. Running or not. Lost titles or have titles. We take over payments. 704-524-3387.

WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 6921006

I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast. (828)

CNYSI

From Page 1 housing the New Year’s Shooters exhibit,” said Rusty, adding, “After that it was pretty much a very engaging and open discussion about the potential sale.”

While not the first dinner at which “Big Booze” Dellinger, who passed away in 2021, or his daughter, Becky, who passed away in 2022, have been absent physically but present in spirit, Wise noted the group always remembers them, honoring their memory.

“It is tough,” Wise said, noting that, “Not having them around is definitely saddening, but ‘Lil’ Booze is doing a great job by stepping up, as well as is Charles.”

As for anything being different at this year’s dinner, Rusty said, “Pretty much the dinner was business as usual. We gave gifts (shooters patches) to all hosts in attendance.”

He continued, “Our

Cherryville New Year’s Shooters Inc. President Charles Sisk speaks at the host dinner, welcoming all who came that night.

hosts and guests during the dinner to give back for their generous hosting during the event. We send them dinner invitations as well as pictures taken during the New Year’s event.” Wise said he and the

group had so many people to thank for all that was done for them this past “shoot”.

“Of course, the American Legion Post 100 for allowing us to rent their building and Susan Eason with Party Girls Cus-

PETS & LIVESTOCK AKC/CKC REGISTERED BOXER PUPPIES. Taking $200 deposits now. Total price $900. READY TO GO! 1st shots and deworming. 8wks old. 3/M 4/F Location: Shelby,NC (704) 477-3900

1/4 WOLF, 3/4 GERMAN SHEPHERD pups. Also pure German Shepherd pups. Parents on site. $350 each. 828-429-0053, 828-748-9238. Check our Facebook at Dysart Wolf & Sheperd Kennel. BEAUTIFUL BLUE PITBULL PUPPIES. 7 weeks old. Males and females. Razor bloodline $500. 803-222-6730.

tom Catering & Events. Her group always does an amazing job. We’ve changed up the menu the past few years and people really like that. We try to have something for everyone.”

Rusty, like all his fellow New Year’s Shooters, is passionate about keeping the old traditions going.

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Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sisk enjoying their time at the CNYSI dinner on Feb. 3.

Mike “Booze” Dellinger also welcomed everyone in attendance, mentioning the possible sale of the Cherryville Historical Museum building housing the New Year’s Shooters exhibit.

2023 West/Midwest All-Star Basketball Games plans finalized

by MIKE POWELL

Special to the Eagle

Bessemer City High School will host the 2023 West/Midwest All-Star Basketball Games, which bring together top senior players from Cherryville, Bessemer City and Highland Tech, along with those from more than a dozen other schools.

The event’s executive committee, chaired by Dr. Bud Black of Cherryville, finalized plans Oct. 18 at a meeting in Asheville.

Both boys’ and girls’ games are scheduled for March 18, along with a banquet at an area church.

The banquet is at 2 p.m., followed by the girls’ allstar game at 5 p.m. and the boys’ game at 6:30. Both All-Star teams will practice at Bessemer City prior to their games.

Now in its ninth year, the event is held the weekend following the North Carolina High School Athletics Association state championships.

The Midwest squads will be selected by coaching staffs from Avery, Bessemer City, Cherryville, Draughn, Highland Tech, Mitchell, Rosman, Mountain Heritage and Thomas Jefferson.

Players for the West division will come from Cherokee, Highlands, Hayesville, Murphy, Hiwassee Dam, Nantahala, Andrews, Blue Ridge, Swain and Robbinsville.

Black reported that 55 players participated in the 2022 tournament at Highlands High School.

In addition to firming up the site and date, the committee set aside a proposal to give $500 scholarships

to a limited number of participants rather than $250 awards to a larger number. Scholarship awards will be determined by the revenue generated by the event.

The All-Star games and banquet have provided scholarships to as many as 11 players each year,” Black said. “Also, the parents and players enjoy the games and banquet. In addition, the youngsters get to play with those they have played against for four years.”

Other officials attending the organizational meeting were Jackson County Superintendent Dana Ayers; athletics directors Scott Harrill of Cherryville, Chris Pittman of Mitchell and Brett Lamb of Highlands, and media contact Mike Powell of Cherryville.

Cherryville High School Track and Field Schedule 2022-2023

Will Puckett

(pre conference)

Thurs., 3/30 4:00 pm @ BC Invitational (Timing Company)

Tues., 4/4 3:00 PM County Field Events @Cramer

Wed., 4/5 3:00 PM County Track Events @Cramer 4/7-4/14 Spring Break 4/18 or 4/20 Thurs. 4/27 4:00 pm @ South Point HS

Wed., 5/3 1:00 pm @ Burns Conference Championship

Cherryville 2023 Golf Schedule

GO IRONMEN! – The head Ironman himself, Coach Scott Harrill (center, in gray suit) doing what he has done so well these past 24 years of roundball coaching – giving his troops their battle plan and marching orders so they can get out onto the Bud Black Court at Nixon Gym and give it their all for four 8-minute quarters.

First round SPC tournament action pits CHS teams against Burns; BCHS

2023 roundball year “bittersweet” for Coach Harrill as he retires from coaching at end of season

by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

The CHS Ironmen basketball teams finished their 2022-2023 regular season SPC 1A/2A play at Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy on Friday, Feb. 10. As per the Eagle’s sports statistician and also according to information found on the Max Preps web site, the varsity men won their matchup by a score of 90-70, while the Lady Ironmen unfortunately lost to the Lady Gryphons by a score of 55-21.

With this win, retiring head coach Scott Harrill ups his career tally to 412 wins, making him the winningest high school basketball coach in Gaston County history. That’s about 17.16 wins per year for each of his 24 years at the helm of the

various CHS Ironmen hoops squads he has coached. As has been noted in earlier Eagle articles, Harrill will continue to teach and be the school’s Athletic Director.

The high scorer for the Ironmen varsity boys against the TJCA Gryphons varsity men was senior shooter Carson Kelly, who scored 30 points. He was followed in double digits by Darrien Floyd, with 21 points and senior Landon Hahn, with 12 points.

Senior Numarius Good scored 8 points as did his teammate Nate Bookout. Rayshawn Sewell had 7 points; senior Ethan Honeyman had 3 points; and Jordan Lowrance had 2 points.

The Ironmen had 22 three-pointers and made 11 of their 17 free throws.

The CHS men played the Burns Bulldogs at Burns Monday night, Feb. 13. The Lady Ironmen played the BCHS Lady Yellow Jackets at BCHS on Monday night, Feb. 13.

The CHS men finished their regular season 12-11 overall and 5-7 in SPC

By JIM MILLER Editor

1A/2A play. The Lady Ironmen finished this season at 3-20 overall and 0-12 in SPC 1A/2A play.

Coach Harrill said the Southern Piedmont 1A/2A conference tournament started Monday (Feb. 13), and continues on through Wednesday, and Friday nights (Feb. 15, and Feb. 17) at the higher seed’s gym. Harrill also noted the boys championships are at East Gaston.

The breakdown of the schedule of first round tournament action (Monday, 2/13/23) is as follows: Girls – #1 Shelby (bye); #4, Burns and #5, East Gaston – 6 p.m. Number 3, Thomas Jefferson at #6, Highland Tech at 5:30 p.m.; #2, Bessemer City at #7, Cherryville at 6 p.m.

Boys Monday Feb. 13 action is: #1, East Gaston (bye); #4, Burns at #5, Cherryville – 7:30 p.m.; #3 BCHS at #6, Highland Tech – 7:30 p.m.; and #2, Shelby at #7, Thomas Jefferson at 6 p.m.

(Additional information and stats by Danny Eaker.)

How Much Do You Have to Make to File Taxes?

Dear Savvy Senior,

What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season?

My income dropped way down when I retired in 2022, so I’m wondering if I need to even file a tax return this year.

Recently Retired

Dear Recently,

Whether or not you are required to file a federal income tax return this year will depend on how much you earned last year, as well as the source of the income, your age and filing status.

Here’s a rundown of this tax season’s IRS tax filing requirement thresholds. For most people, this is pretty straightforward. If your 2022 gross income –which includes all taxable income, not counting your Social Security benefits, unless you are married and filing separately – was below the threshold for your filing status and age, you may not have to file. But if it’s over, you will.

• Single: $12,950 ($14,700 if you’re 65 or older by Jan. 1, 2022).

• Married filing jointly: $25,900 ($27,300 if you or your spouse is 65 or older; or $28,700 if you’re both over

65).

• Married filing separately: $5 at any age.

• Head of household: $19,400 ($21,150 if 65 or older).

• Qualifying widow(er) with dependent child: $25,900 ($27,300 if 65 or older).

To get a detailed breakdown on federal filing requirements, along with information on taxable and nontaxable income, call the IRS at 800-829-3676 and ask them to mail you a free copy of the “1040 and 1040-SR Instructions for Tax Year 2022,” or you can see it online at IRS.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040gi.pdf.

Check Here Too Be aware that there are other financial situations that can require you to file a tax return, even if your gross income falls below the IRS filing requirements.

For example, if you earned more than $400 from self-employment in 2022, owe any special taxes like an alternative minimum tax, or get premium tax credits because you, your spouse or a dependent is enrolled in a Health Insurance Marketplace plan, you’ll need to file.

You’ll also need to file if you’re receiving Social Security benefits, and onehalf of your benefits plus your other gross income and any tax-exempt interest exceeds $25,000, or $32,000 if you’re married and filing jointly.

To figure all this out, the IRS offers an online tax tool that asks a series of questions that will help you determine if you’re required to file, or if you should file because you’re due a refund. It takes less than 15 minutes to complete.

You can access this tool at IRS.gov/ Help/ITA – click on “Do I Need to File a Tax Return?” Or you can get assistance over the phone by calling the IRS helpline at 800-829-1040.

Check Your State

Even if you’re not required to file a federal tax return this year, don’t assume that you’re also excused from filing state income taxes. The rules for your state might be very different. Check with your state tax agency before concluding that you’re entirely in the clear. For links to state tax agencies see Taxadmin.org/state-tax-agencies.

Tax Preparation Help

If you find that you do need to file a tax return this year, you can free file through the IRS at IRS.gov/FreeFile if your 2022 adjusted gross income was below $73,000.

Or, if you need some help, contact the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (or TCE) program. Sponsored by the IRS, TCE provides free tax preparation and counseling to middle and low-income taxpayers, age 60 and older. Call 800906-9887 or visit IRS.treasury.gov/freetaxprep to locate services near you.

You can also get tax preparation assistance through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide service. Call 888-227-7669 or visit AARP.org/findtaxhelp for more information. You don’t have to be an AARP member to use this service.

Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.

(Eagle/CF Media file photos by Michael E. Powell)