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Fallen firefighters to be honored in month of October

CFD been involved in honoring these men and women since 2019

by MICHAEL E. POWELL michael@cfmedia.infoEditor

The month of October is the month when the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation honors and remembers the sacrifices of America’s fallen fire heroes.

As they so clearly point out in their recent media release to inform everyone of the approaching month in which they traditionally have this event, “… nearly everyone knows a firefighter.” Nowhere is

that more true than in small towns and communities like Cherryville and the surrounding area.

And according to Brittany Bingham, Administrative Assistant of the Cherryville Fire Department, CFD has been involved in the Oct 8 event since Bingham2019.said the of the department, “We have red plastic covers that we place over the lights around the flag pole in front of the station. While the national events are week-long, we will make the front station lights red on the night of Saturday, Oct. 8.”

She also noted local citizens can get involved if they wish to do so as well.

See FALLEN, Page 9

Main Street Downtown Director David Day noted recently that construction on the town’s Main Street project is nearing“Mayorcompletion.HLBeam and the city staff are enthusiastically looking forward to the soon completion of construction on Main Street,” said Mr. Day, who quoted Mayor Beam as saying, “Our citizens have been patient for more than a year. Our project began in early July of 2021. Now, we all have the end in sight. A lot has been accomplished in only 14 months. We’re seeing our dream take shape.”

Day also said Mayor Beam particularly praised the patience of the downtown merchants and owners by noting what all they have been through in those 14 months.

Said Mayor Beam, “They’ve been through a lot.

by MICHAEL E. POWELL michael@cfmedia.infoEditor

Cherryville’s Little Theater will put on a new play starting on Friday, Sept. 23, according to Treasurer Wade Stroupe.

He noted Jason Robert Brown’s Drama Desk winner, “The Last Five Years”, which has been translated into a handful of languages and was named one of TIME Magazine’s 10 best

shows of 2001, is the one they are presenting to the Cherryville community.

As Mr. Stroupe noted recently, the play is, “A testament to the show’s longevity, and spurred by the show’s regional popularity, ‘The Last Five Years’ enjoyed an Off-Broadway revival at Second Stage in 2013. A film adaptation was released in 2014, starring Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan.”

The play, according to the information released about it from Mr. Stroupe and play director, Erika

See DRAMA, Page 6

and scale of the massive construction project, said, lective effort to revitalize placed miles of water and

Cherryvale subdivision receives council approval at Sept. 12 session

CPD Det. Stout receives service award; Constitution Week proclaimed by MICHAEL E. POWELL michael@cfmedia.infoEditor

This regular session of the Cherryville City Council for Sept. 12 had one piece of what City Manager Brian Dalton termed was big news for the City and that was that Council approved the Requa Road-based CherryvaleMr.subdivision.Daltonalso added, “The total amount of potential houses is 504 (units).”

A second piece of big news for the City, as Mr. Dalton also noted, is that the City “…adopted a resolution in support of the $3,000,000 grant to run a water interconnect between us and Cleveland County Water.”Cherryville Police Detective Lt. Mark Stout was recognized by the City Council for his 25 years of devoted service to Cherryville and its citizens. With Lt. Stout was his wife, Kim, who stood by her husband’s side as he accepted the certificate from a grateful Council and Mayor H.L. Beam, III.

Mayor Beam and the

Council then proclaimed it Constitution Week in Cherryville and presented a proclamation for such to the Cherryville chapter of the DAR – Tryon Resolves Chapter, which was represented by members Louanna Kiser, Millicent Heavner, Jerry Thornburg, Kay Turner, Debbie Beam, and Linda Barger. Constitution Week, according to the proclamation, started on Sept. 17, and ends on Sept,

23. In giving the proclamation, Mayor Beam noted the Council wishes the citizens of Cherryville to “…reaffirm the ideals of the Framers of the Constitution had in 1787 by vigilantly protecting the freedoms guaranteed to us through this guardian of our liberties, remembering that lost rights may never be

2-8 as Public Power Week, which is a week-long celebration of the City of Cherryville’s year-round service.

Cherryville is one of 70-plus cities and towns across the state and are among the 2,000-plus similar cities and towns across America who have been providing power to their communities for more than 100 years, Mayor Beam noted as he read from the proclamation.

See SUBDIVISION, Page 10

Workers installing the brick pavers on the corner by the Chamber of Commerce building on Main Street. (photo provided)

In this 2020 image, firefighter and photographer Ryan Gunter captures the feeling of “Light Up The Night for Fallen Firefighters” as the CFD crew placed red covers over the lights by the station house’s flagpole.(photo by Ryan Gunter)

Cherryville Police Department Lt. Mark Stout receives his 25 years of service certificate of recognition from Mayor H.L. Beam. With him is his wife, Kim. (photo provided) Drama winner,

Eddie N. Upton

KANSAS CITY, MO

– Eddie Nelson Upton, 76, died after a brief illness on Sept. 6, 2022. Eddie was born on Aug. 28, 1946, in Cherryville, N.C., to Joe J. and Mayzelle Upton. Following graduation from Cherryville High School, Eddie entered the Army and was stationed in Germany for two years, returning to the States in 1968. He then began his career as a salesman with American and Efird Thread, located in Gastonia, N.C.

Eddie was assigned the Midwest territory, which brought him to Kansas City in 1972. Eddie left American and Efird in 1986 to pursue other sales positions in the Kansas City area, finally retiring in 2009.

Eddie is preceded in death by his parents, Joe J and Mayzelle Upton; and two siblings, David Upton and LaVonda Upton McSwain.

Annual requiredinspectionssafetystillstatewide

ROCKY MOUNT –The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved a reduction in North

Eddie is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Ellen Lee McCartney-Upton; his children, Danielle Upton Wright and Casey Upton, with his former wife Helen Milligan Upton; his grandchildren: Evan Wright, Avery Upton and Brooke Upton; his son-inlaw, Shane Wright; and his daughter-in-law, Jennifer BlountEddieUpton.loved his family and friends and they will remember him for his sense of humor, easy-going style, devotion to the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs, as well as anything “North Carolina.” Eddie was also a sports participant, enjoying softball and golf throughout his twenties and thirties. He and Ellen Lee loved to travel to exotic beaches and were frequent visitors to Las Vegas and Walt Disney World. Eddie and Ellen Lee were successful gardeners throughout their marriage and took particular pride in their 20-year-old lemon tree.The family invited colleagues and friends who knew Eddie to celebrate his life from 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 17 at White Chapel Funeral Home, 6600 NE Antioch Rd., Gladstone, MO,White64119.Chapel

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trude, “Gert, Trudy, BT” (Brooks) Washburn, 95, formerly of Cherryville, passed away Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. She was born in Hall County, Georgia, Aug. 9, 1927 to Robert Addison Harlan Brooks and Cora Williams Brooks. After attending Cleveland County School systems, she married Robert Eugene Washburn in 1944. She later attended beautician school and started her private beauty salon, a business she owned and operated for over 30 years, all while being an attentive wife and mother to three.

Josh Washburn (Tate), Cori Smith (Benjamin), Logan Smith (Katlyn); seven great-grandchildren, Shayna, Noah, Nick, Maddox, Lia, Scout, and Thomas.Sheis preceded in death by husband, Robert Eugene Washburn; and sons, Robert Edward Washburn and John Datus Washburn; along with 5 siblings, 3 sisters and 2 brothers.

She will be remembered as an avid reader, a shrewd bridge player, and a forever Tar Heel supporter. She loved God, her family, and the town she called home for 63 years, Cherryville.

Memorial services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, Sept. 26, 2022 at First Baptist Church of Cherryville with Rev. Dr. Vince Hefner officiating.

Her family will receive friends from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., prior to her service at theBurialchurch.will be private.

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Home served the family of Mr. Upton.

She is survived by her youngest child, Trudy Smith (Wayne, dec.), Patricia Washburn (John, dec.); five grandchildren, Jason Washburn (Petra), Matthew Washburn (Holley),

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 301 East 1st St., Cherryville, NC,Condolences28021. may be made to ofvicesneralporter.com.www.carpenter-Carpenter–PorterFu-andCremationSer-isservingthefamilyMrs.Washburn.

Darise year,giontendedthanbaseballCherryvilleAmericanboardwasRichardson,outingsHeGastexArmy.eranPearllateClevelandbornidenceSept.andhomeSouthArlenDALLASHartmanA.–DariseHartman,89,ofGastonSt.,wenttobewithhisLordSavioronThursday,15,2022,athisres-inDallas.HewasOct.12,1932,inCountytotheLoisAlvinandVelmaSmithHartman.Mr.Hartmanwasavet-oftheUnitedStatesHewasretiredfromInc.,ofGastonia.enjoyedweeklygolfwithLeeNichol-AlbertRobinson,andNicholson.Dariseapressboxscore-operatorforboththeLegionandtheHighSchoolgamesformore20years.Healsoat-theAmericanLe-WorldSeries,eachforthepast33years.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Shirley Elizabeth Beam Hartman; and his brothers, Herman, Ralph, and Bobby SurvivorsHartman.include his daughters; Teresa Parsons of Gastonia and Robin Nicholson (Lee) of Bessemer City; sister, Jean Hartman; sister-in-law, Mary Hartman; extended family, Richard and Libby Nicholson; close friends, Danny Eaker, Troy Thomas, and Albert Robinson; and several nieces and nephews.

A Service of Remembrance was held at 3 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022 at Carpenter – Porter Funeral and Cremation Services with Rev. Dr. Vince Hefner and Rev. Jeff Hicks officiating.Burial followed in City Memorial Cemetery. The family received friends from 2 to 2:45 p.m., prior to the service at the funeral home.Memorials may be made to Cherryville American Legion Post #100, 215 N Pink St, Cherryville, NC, 28021.Condolences may be made to Mr.vicesneralporter.com.www.carpenter-Carpenter–PorterFu-andCremationSer-servedthefamilyofHartman.

Emissions inspections to end in three N.C. counties

Carolina counties required to perform yearly vehicle emissions

Beginningtests.Nov. 1, vehicle owners in Lee, Onslow and Rockingham counties will join 78 other counties that are not required to conduct emissions tests.

The approval was a result of the passage of the Regulatory Reform Act of 2016-2017 by the N.C. General Assembly during the 2017 long session. The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality, has certified the Implementation

Plan to the EPA, details of which can be found on the NCDEQ website.

It is important to note that all counties still require annual safety inspections.

After Nov. 1, annual vehicle emissions inspections will only be required in

the following 19 counties: Alamance, Buncombe, Cabarrus, Cumberland, Davidson, Durham, Forsyth, Franklin, Gaston, Guilford, Iredell, Johnston, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, New Hanover, Randolph, Rowan, Union and Wake counties.

Information on emissions and safety inspections, is available on the NCDMV website at aspx.sions-safety/Pages/default.title-registration/emis-www.ncdot.gov/dmv/https://

Get on the “Banned Wagon” at your Cherryville Branch Library

It’s “Banned Books Week” and we have them!

by TRACI POLLITT Manager – Cherryville Branch Library

Coming up at your Cherryville Branch Library!

LEGO Club – Tuesdays at 3:30Familyp.m.

Storytime –Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

CLOSED FOR STAFF TRAINING DAY – Monday, Oct. 10 Craft & Chat – Friday, Oct. 14 at 11 a.m. (for adults)

Teen Anime Club –Thursday, Oct. 20 at 4:30 p.m.

We are using humor this year in our observation of Banned Books Week, an annual observance for the last 40 years celebrating the freedom to read and to read freely.The American Library Association began the observance to spotlight current and past attempts to censor books in libraries and schools. Librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers come together each year to support freedom of expression and to highlight attempts to censor works and/ or authors.What’s the difference between a challenge and a ban?

A challenge is an attempt to remove or restrict an item

based upon the objections of a person (or sometimes a group). It’s important to remember that a challenge isn’t simply someone stating an opinion but an attempt to remove or restrict materials. When an item is banned, it has been completely removed, meaning no one has access to the materials.

This year’s theme for BBW is “Books Unite Us. Censorship Divides Us.” Sharing stories is important for us as humans; we’ve shared stories since our early cave-dwelling days. We’ve shared our stories around campfires, passing them down from generation to generation. We moved to the written word, using quills, fountain pens, type-

12th Annual Carolina Freight Reunion Sept. 24

The 12th Annual Carolina Freight Reunion is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, starting at 11 a.m., to 2 p.m., and will be held at the First Baptist Church Christian Outreach Center, 301 East First St.,

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Cherryville. The registration deadline is Sept. 19, and admission is $16.

There will be a welcome reception at C. Grier Beam Truck Museum, located on Mountain Street in Cherryville with coffee and re-

freshments, starting from 9 to 10:30 a.m., prior to the lunch meal and reunion.

If you have any questions or need more information, please call Stan or Kathy Bumgarner at the Truck Museum at (704) 435-3072.

writers, and now computers. Stories help us share a part of ourselves with those in our family, our community, and those on the other side of the world, and help us see the best in others and in ourselves. Books truly unite us, and we celebrate our freedom to read! Stop by and check out our “Banned Wagon” for yourself...you might be surprised at what youForfind.more information, you can reach us at (704) 435-6767, 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 andAndSaturday.don’t forget about our Facebook page, as well as the Gaston County Public Library website at www.gastonlibrary.org.Keepreading!

■ POLICE

ARRESTS

9-8: Michael Robert Carver, 37, 216 Putnam St., Cherryville, was arrested at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia, by GCPD officers on one count of a fraud-false pretenses swindle and confidence game.

9-8: David Allen Sullivan, 30, 323 Anthony Grove Rd., Crouse, was arrested at 2501 Lincolnton Hwy., Cherryville, by CGPD officers on one count of a residential, forced-entry burglary.

9-9: Tyler Dequandre Shade, 22, 100 Black Rock School Rd., Cherryville, was arrested at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia, by GCSO deputies on one count of a warrant from another9-14:agency.Joshua Douglas Kaylor, 42, 601 North Dr., Cherryville, was arrested at 425 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia, by GCPD officers on nine (9) counts of drug/narcotic violations.

INCIDENTS

9-8: GCPD officers report closing/clearing by arrest a fraud-false pretenses swindle and confidence game at 207 Foster St., Cherryville.

9-9: A Shelby woman reported she was the victim of elder abuse by unnamed suspects at a Cherryville Senior Care residence. No injuries reported. Case is active and under further investigation.

9-10: Cherryville man and two women report theft from motor vehicle; felony conspiracy; financial card theft; and possession of stolen goods by three (3) listed suspects who broke into victim’s vehicle and took listed stolen/ recovered items. Est. worth of stolen/returned items: $300. Case is active and under further9-11:investigation.CPDofficer reports call for service by a female who said unnamed subject overdosed. No further information made available. Closed/cleared by other means.9-11: CPD officer reports WSOJ/OFA Gaston County-possession of marijuana p to ½ ounces by listed suspect who had the OFA. Closed/

cleared by arrest.

9-12: Cherryville gas/ convenience mart reports person(s) trying to obtain property by false pretenses(s) by unnamed suspect who attempted to pass a fraudulent bill. Seized: Counterfeit $20 bill. Case is active and under further investigation.

WRECKS

9-8: A vehicle driven by Douglas Travis Dellinger, 44, 300 Carolina Dr., Cherryville, and a vehicle driven by Tanya Lynn Carver, no age noted, 545 Old NC 277 Rd., Bessemer City, collided due to the traffic light being out at Pink and Church Streets due to a power outage. Mr. Dellinger came through the intersection on Church St., w/o stopping and struck the Carver vehicle. Ms. Carver was entering the intersection after stopping on Pink St., when it was struck by the Dellinger vehicle. The collision caused the Carver vehicle to spin and hit a third vehicle, driven by Andrew Thomas Emery, no age noted, 1358 Sulphur Springs Rd., Shelby, which was stationary on Church Street. No injuries reported. Est. damages to the Dellinger vehicle: $2,000; to the Carver vehicle: $3,000; to the Emery vehicle: $300.

9-8: A vehicle driven by Victoria Almond, 16, 103 Bills Ave., Cherryville, was traveling north on Pink St., toward E. Main St., and a vehicle driven by Stacy Kay Farmer, 41, 1001 E. Academy St., Cherryville, was traveling west on E. Academy St., towards Jacob Street. Both vehicles approached the intersection of Pink and Academy Streets normally controlled by a traffic signal, which –at the time of this collision – was out due to a power outage. Both drivers told the responding officer they didn’t come to s top at the non-functioning signal and proceeded into the intersection whereupon they collided with one another. Ms. Farmer complained of leg pain at the scene but was not transported by GEMS. No other injuries reported. Est. damages to the Almond vehicle: $3,000; to the Farmer vehicle: $3,500.

The Almond vehicle was towed to 103 Bill’s Ave., Cherryville, by KT Towing; the Farmer vehicle was towed by Eric’s Towing to Eric’s Towing.9-9:A vehicle driven by Clinton Michael Poston, 42, 922 Curveview Rd., Lincolnton, and a vehicle driven by Sierra Renee Herndon, 32, 1823 Saint Mark’s Church Rd., Crouse, collided on Hephzibah Church Rd., Cherryville, after the Poston vehicle failed to reduce speed and hit the Herndon vehicle in the rear. No injuries reported. Est. damages to the Poston vehicle: $0; to the Herndon vehicle: $3,500.

9-9: A vehicle driven by Noah Christian Sale, 26, 128 W. Main Ave., Gastonia, told the responding officer he dropped a note pad and was reaching to get the item. As he did so, he entered the intersection of Cherry and Church Streets under a steady red light. The vehicle driven by Monica Marie Canipe, 45, 1716 Delview Rd., Cherryville, also entered the intersection and collided with the Sale vehicle. No injuries reported. Est. damages to the Sale vehicle: $200; to the Canipe vehicle: $1,000.

9-10: A vehicle driven by Ashton Brooke Sanford, 25, 1438 Arlee Dr., Trlr. E, Shelby, collided on Church St., with a vehicle driven by Doris Williamson Hopper, 54, 502 Roy Eaker Rd., Cherryville, striking it in the rear. Injured treated at the scene by GEMS and the CFD. The Sanford vehicle was left at the scene. Est. damages to the Sanford vehicle: $4,500; to the Hopper vehicle: $500.

9-10: A vehicle driven by Todd Ray Martin, 58, 204 Kenwood Rd., Cherryville, made a right turn in the Walmart parking lot and collided with a vehicle driven by Nancy Daves Crawford, no age listed, 1051 Belwood Lawndale Rd., Lawndale, which was stopped in the travel lane. Ms. Crawford was treated at the scene by GEMS and the CFD. Est. damages to the Martin vehicle: $500; to the Crawford vehicle: $3,500.

The “Banned Books Wagon” display at Your Cherryville Branch Library. Come and see them. You might be surprised at what’s in there! (photo provided)

OPINION

TODAY’S QUOTE: The best road to progress is freedom’s road.–JohnF. Kennedy

Best. Costume.

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By Michael Powell michael.cherryvilleeagle@gmail.com

us with His paintbrush, showing us just how amazing His creation truly is!

My wife and I have always been Fall kids; me being born in September and her in October, so I guess our love for the season is as much a product of our time of birth as anything.Now,don’t get me wrong, we dearly love us some warm sunshine, and lots of it, but a crisp, cool AND golden Fall day? Well, those are – in our book – very hard to beat! And Halloween? While we’re not all that keen on the spooks, “ghosties”, goblins and other ephemera and “arcana”, or the

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some really sweet (and I mean SWEET!) swag in the way of candy and other treats, is stellar by any stretch of the imagination.

And, we are reasonably sure we aren’t alone in our love for Fall and all the associated holidays. We happen to know many in Cherryville and the surrounding towns like it too, and that includes the kids! (Sorry… a little humor there… VERY little, right?)

We were out shopping the other day and noticed many stores had already put out their Halloween costumes ahead of the much-anticipated holiday. We saw the standard superhero costumes as well as every theme and

variation on policeman, firefighter, military, astronaut, and other cartoon character or real-life personage that could be thought of (and more than a few we didn’t recognize), as well as enough plastic noses, eyes, pointy elf ears, scars, vampire and werewolf teeth and whatnot put out on the aisles so anyone with a fair hand at makeup could create his or her own creepy creature or denizen, right down to Frankenstein’s green skin and Dracula’s celebrated pointyYour‘chompers’!kidwantto be a dog? No problem! They have that costume. What about matching Mom and daughter cat costumes? Hey, they have those too! The list is endless.

We laughed like kids ourselves as we listened to the talk about who was going to be what and where the best candy could be found and in whatBut,neighborhood.Ihavetorelate this one conversation I overheard as my wife walked on ahead, still chuckling over a little tyke who was throwing a fit over his “… needsing da dine-da-sower suit, mommy! I needs it!

School’s open and I enjoy the experience!

I remember my friendsandwithmanyplayedSheTryonthewantedhowmomwonderfultellingmemuchItogotofirstgradeatSchool.saidIschooldaysmydolls,whenmy(girls)visited we always played “school”. I suppose it made sense then that I grew up, taught school for 30 years, and have continued to this day as a tutor and substitute teacher.

Deep in my heart I have always been grateful that God allowed me to know my future occupation when I was just a child. I have written here before that I wanted to be a teacher in Mrs. Robinson’s first grade class at Tryon School many, many years ago. When I recently explained this to a group of students, they politely inferred that

plenty of time to explore the teaching field, talk to many great teachers, and then to feel confident in my career path. I have had friends who graduated high school and even college without any career path. I witnessed their stress at times until they finally settled the matter.Ihave had people point out to me the facts about teaching as they saw them. They always listed how a college degree was required; papers to be graded; and plans to make at home; along with the average salary, and many more facts.

What they didn’t realize was important as well was the satisfaction of watching a child learn to read, memorize multiplication facts, locate continents on a globe, and grow in knowledge and skills in a wide variety of areas. It’s difficult to explain how it makes a teacher feel when they teach skills that can actually change a person’s life.I am back at school now as a substitute teacher, working at various schools in the county and meeting a lot of new people. It’s amazing to visit a new school and meet new principals and teachers and fabulous kids. I have learned to enjoy the experience of meeting new people and making new friends in schools.

Puh-leeez!”Whilethat bargaining was going on, two teenagers were giggling and talking about not liking anything they saw because nothing was really scary and it was “…all down,or-treating!”eenandmonsterIandstrangetalking,onecostumeaboutformerfamiliar,BOOORRINNGG!”SOOO(Soundparentsofteensorparentsofteens?)Anyway,whiletalkingwhatareallyscarywouldlooklike,ofthemstoppedgotthisreallylookonherfacesaid,“Iknow!Wait!knowaREALLYSCARYwecanbothmakeweartoourHallow-party,thenouttrick-Bynow,Ihadslowedpretendingtolook

at something, when the same teen blurted out, “Let’s be COVID-19 viruses! You know, those spiky, germy-looking things you see on TV! They’re still out there, right? They’re still on the news and scaring the living daylights out of people, right?”“Yeah! Maybe… yeah!” said the other teen, who looked like it was the greatest idea for a costume ever. “Yeah, I mean YEEAAAHHH! Best. Costume.

EVER!”And off they went, chattering like magpies on speed, discussing who would make what and where they would get what they needed to make their not-quite-over-yet pan-

demic-inspired outfits. As I thought more about it, and walked off trying to find my wife, I thought, “They’re probably right. It WILL be the ‘Best. Costume. EVER’,” and certainly one of the scariest, if not THE scariest, at ANY party, even though things have somewhat slowed so far as the actual rapid spread disease is concerned.And to be honest, if they pull it off this year… it will be a killer costume! I mean, not trying to be negative, but look at their role model,Anyway…right? have a great Fall (and a safe Halloween, when it finally rolls around), y’all!

Will you own an electric car?

ready to accommodate millions of EVs plugging in a for a recharge. The prospects of city and regional blackouts are alarming. You can forget charging your car. You won’t be able to charge your cell phone or have air conditioning or heat during a blackout.

Dear Editor:

Thanks for your article. We need to express appreciation to deserving people.This museum has operated for years with no paid staff. Thanks volunteers, you are the foundation of this museum.

Thanks to Palmer Huffstetler Sr. for his part, along with (the late) Howell Stroup, for having the vision needed for this museum.Themuseum has had at least a 25-year good

relationship with the city of Cherryville.Atonepoint we purchased the old train depot. We then applied for and received a grant from CSX to completely restore the building. It was restored, the museum board started a railroad museum and then gave the building to the city of Cherryville. We felt we had more to deal with for the city hall building because it has been in declining condition for years

Mr. Brett Sturm of the N.C. Historic preservation group came up with an idea. He has been coming to the museum since 2017 trying to help us get building repaired. He found a contractor who would repair the outside of the building at his cost of $45,000. The city accepted his proposal. The windows, roof, brick that was falling off outside of building have been repaired. $45,000 is a big help to the building See EDITOR, Page 9

probably will. Many of us? We’ll hold out for as long as possible.I’mall for electric cars, especially if someone else is buying them! If 20 percent of America’s driving population goes to the electric vehicle (EV), then surely gasoline will become cheaper. Less people buying gasoline will reduce the demand and it should reduce the price. WeCaliforniahope. will not allow the sale of gasoline cars by 2035.

This same state told EV drivers not to charge their electric cars during the past Labor Day weekend when the temperatures were expected to hit triple digits for millions of residents due to it putting a drain on the power grid.

This brings us to the same crisis every community will face. America’s power grids aren’t

I’m not opposed to electric cars. I AM opposed to them being crammed down our throats. The manufacturers are being pushed to eventually eliminate all gasoline vehicles. We will see how this goes over the next 10 years.

Also, plan to spend some money. A local salesman talked to me about an electric Mustang. Stickered at $48,000, but they were asking $58,000 because, as he said, “We can get it.” I didn’t want the car to begin with but was curious about the car.It sounds time consuming to recharge an EV, although some EVs are promising up to a 150-mile charge in a short amount of time.

EVs could mean fewer people on America’s interstates. Currently in most American communities it’s much easier to go home to recharge at your

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By Anne S. Haynes

Glenn Mollette Guest Editorial

Church’s CelebrationHomecomingisOct.2

The other day I had

Christian life. In the course of the conversation, he admitted he had lost his faith. The feeling of joy and peace he had at his conversion had long faded away. I immediately tried to figure out what went wrong. So, I asked a few questions. Are

you praying? Are you fellowshipping with other believers? Are you doing any kind of devotion? His answers were all the same, “Yes, every Sunday at church.”Ithink we can see the problem, like so many brothers and sisters of Christ, the Christ life is stripped down to one holy hour a week.Unfortunately, this is indicative of how we treat most aspects of our life. We feel bad and go to the doctor. The doctor tells us we are overweight, our blood pressure is high and the cartilage is worn out in our knees. We expect a fifteen-minute visit to reverse a life filled Lot-

Whet Your Appetite

Relationships have ups and downs, especially with a significant other. There are even seasons when a person may not feel close or even enjoy their mate like they formerly did. They still love them, but are just experiencing a momentary disconnection with them.

In the same way, we may find ourselves in an occasional spiritual dry season where we are just not excited about reading our bible, going to church, or engaging in spiritual activities. We seem to have lost our hunger for God. The good news is we can rekindle that fire and stir up our appetites again! Observe the following ideas and verses:

• If we are not hungry for God, we are probably full of ourselves! A great way to make room for God in our hearts is through fasting and praying. Joel 2:12 (NIV) states, “Even now,” declares the LORD, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.”

• God wants us to ask him to help us. Psalm 145:1-19 (NIV) states, “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desire of those who fear him; he also hears their cry and saves them.”

• Evaluate what’s occupying your time, energy, and mind. You may have to get rid of distractions. Even busyness with doing charitable activities can sometimes keep you from focusing on a relationship with the Lord. Luke 10:40-42 (ESV) states, “But Martha was distracted with much serving. And she went up to him and said, ‘Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her then to help me.’ But the Lord answered her, ‘Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her.’“ The necessary part was Mary sitting down to listen to Jesus teach her and spending time in his presence.

• Decide to not be satisfied with the disconnection. Remember God is always desiring for us to grow spiritually. 2 Corinthians 3:18 (NIV) says, “And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.”

PRAY THIS PRAYER:

“Lord you are indescribable and magnificent! I am in awe of who you are. Nothing is greater than you. Forgive me for allowing my heart to grow dull. May I be like David who said that ‘as the deer pants for the water my soul pants after thee’. Please help me to identify the junk that hinders my relationship with you. Lord, I ask you to purify my heart and renew my mind by your word. May I be immersed in your presence and wrapped in your love. 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.

taburgers and pizza. Look at education, we hand our children over to the schools for 30 hours a week and expect them to turn out life-long, well-adjusted, knowledgeable, and productive citizens.

Finally look at the police; the average law enforcement interaction is 10 minutes. Somehow, in those 10 minutes, the officer is supposed to fix all the social, economic, and cultural problems of the world.Wake up folks! Life doesn’t revolve around a few moments a week. Life is molded and shaped by all 168 hours. Whatever we give the majority of our time to is what will rule our lives.

In the same way, the Christian life should include every hour of our week ded-

icated to the Lord. We read in Deuteronomy that we are to live fully for God, from the time we rise to when we lay down. Conversion is the beginning, not the end of the Christian journey. We should pray multiple times every day, not just Sunday. We should take time to fellowship whenever the opportunity presents itself; at work, at play, and even shopping at the local greenhouse, not just at church.Ipraythat we all use every hour of every week as a devotion of self to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God Bless.

Mt. Zion Baptist Church of Cherryville, located at 112 Mt. Zion Church Rd., will be celebrating 165 years of ministry with a Homecoming Celebration Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. The worship service begins at

9:30 a.m., with the gospel group, “Emmaus Road”, in concert. For more information, call (704) 435-9636. Church office hours are: Monday – Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.., and Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Give Blood - Help Save Lives

The semi-annual Blood Drive at First Presbyterian Church of Cherryville, located at 107 W. Academy

St., is on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. A $5 e-gift card is available to all donors in October.

Eaker Family Reunion is Sept. 25

The 62nd annual Eaker Family Reunion will be held on Sunday, September 25, 2022, at Bethlehem Community Church, 6753

Cherryville Area Places of Worship

Hwy. 182, Cherryville. A covered-dish lunch will begin at 1 p.m., followed by a short business meeting.

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

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

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

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

Body of FellowshipChristCenter 405 S. Cherokee Street Cherryville, www.bodyofchrist7.comNC

Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Cherryville, NC Pastor Clifton Morgan

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

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

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

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

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

First Church of the Nazarene 301 North Elm Street Cherryville, 828-838-2428NC

First Presbyterian Church 107 West Academy Street Cherryville, 704-435-6064NC

First United Methodist Church 601 N. Pink St. Cherryville, 704-435-6732NC

First Wesleyan Church 800 North Pink Street Cherryville, 704-435-6069NC

Free Saints Chapel Church 813 Self 704-435-0949Cherryville,StreetNC

Gospel Way Baptist Church 3904 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Cherryville, 866-356-3219NC

Legacy Church 805 Self 704-457-9615Cherryville,StreetNC

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

PASTOR Long ChurchPresbyterian 704-484-1047 405 North Dixie Street, Cherryville, NC 704-445-8144 704-487-5520 1016 NC 28152

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Zion Hill Baptist Church 3460 Zion Hill Road Cherryville, 704-435-3355NC 3904 Tryon Courthouse Rd., Cherryville

Gospel Way Baptist Church

Part 3 of the “Hunger and Thirst” series

DANYALE PATTERSON

DRAMA

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Barnes, is “…an emotionally powerful and intimate musical about two New Yorkers in their twenties who fall in and out of love over the course of five years, the Theatreinday,1,–Saturday,Sept.middleatcharacterschronologically;thebackwardswoman,consistsunconventionalshow’sstructureofCathy,thetellingherstorywhileJamie,man,tellshisstorythetwoonlymeetonce,theirweddingintheoftheshow.”Showtimesare:Friday,23,2022–7p.m.;Sept.24,20227p.m.;Saturday,Oct.2022–7p.m.;andSun-Oct.2,2022–3p.m.ThisplayisproducedassociationwithMusicInternational,Inc.,

and is directed by Erika Barnes; Musical Director – Cayla Airee; Choreographer – Angela Schrum; and Accompanist – MichaelThisSisk.show is suitable for adult audiences and contains some explicit language. The Stage Manager is Noah Bolton; Backstage: Laurie Ricardo and Joseph England; Lights & Sound: Matt Walega and Joseph Bolton; Costumes: MaryTicketsBolton.are $10 on sale online or at the door. The cast is Terrell Barnes as Jamie Wellerstein; Autumn Bolton as Catherine Hiatt; and Rebecca Belk as Catherine Hiatt. Visit their web site information.(704)atre.org/,https://cherryvillelittlethe-atorcallthemat435-1742,formore

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 6th day of August, 2022 as Administrator-CTA of the Estate of KARLEEN G. PRICE; AKA, KARLEEN GASKINS PRICE, 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 14th of December, 2022 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 14th day of September, 2022.

Brenton S. Begley, Administrator-CTA Estate of: Karleen G. Price; aka, Karleen Gaskins Price 233 E. Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW

CE (9/14, 21, 28 & 10/05/2022) BN (9/15, 22, 29 & 10/06/2022)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 24th day of August, 2022 as Executrix of the Estate of CAROLYN JEAN MOTTLEY, 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, Amy Lynn Childers, Executrix, on or before the 7th of December, 2022 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 7th day of September, 2022.

Amy Lynn Childers, Executrix Estate of: Carolyn Jean Mottley 912 Brooklee Drive Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW

CE (9/07, 14, 21 & 28/2022) BN (9/08, 15, 22, & 29/2022)

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From Page 1 sidewalks. It’s remarkable what has been done already.”Downtown Director Day said he’s already seeing the fruits of the project.

“We get calls literally

every week from entrepreneurs wanting to talk about the new Cherryville,” said Day. “The future is bright thanks to the efforts of all our citizens. We already have commitments from nine new business to the downtown.Forfurther information on the Main Street Project, citizens can contact David Day at (704) 435-3451.

This the 14th day of September, 2022.

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr. P.O. Box 515 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086 CE (9/14, 9/21 & 9/28 & 10/5/22)

A view of the decorative brick work by the mini-park and gazebo parking area. (photos provided)

Laying down cement for part of the walkway in the minipark.

Brick paver work being done on the corner of Main and Mountain Streets.

The finished sidewalk and brick pavers on the north side of Main Street, looking east toward the Pink Building.

Shelby’s Golden Lions down CHS Ironmen 70-0 at Rudisill

Team is now 2-3 overall; 0-1 in conference play by MICHAEL E. POWELL michael@cfmedia.infoEditor

On Little Ironmen Night, the CHS Ironmen prepared to welcome the little gridiron kids and cheerleaders to watch them take on the visiting Shelby High Golden Lions.However, the game didn’t go as all hoped it might as the CHS football men gutted out a heart-wrenching 70-0 loss to an overwhelming Golden Lions air and ground game last Friday night (Sept. 16) at Rudisill Stadium.

Though the Ironmen are down a couple of players due to injuries; it is to be noted that Coach Pruitt’s team did make a number of good overall plays, what with Kam Bolin’s offensive activities being good for eight carries, totaling 39 yards.

Next up in yardage on the ground was Tobias Miller, who racked up 15 yards, followed by big Shamyr Moss’s three yards, as the Golden Lions held the big man to little running Quarterbackroom.Chase Miller was able only to complete

two of 13 attempted passes and the Lions kept him to a negative 15 yards.

The Golden Lions got on the scoreboard with 9:17 on the clock, the it was all Shelby after that as they moved the ball with impunity against the Ironmen. There were a couple of defensive highlights in the game as Caleb Hovis (#8) recovered a loose ball toward the end of the first quarter, but the Ironmen were unable to capitalize on that recovery. A number of Ironmen defensemen were in on some good tackles all through the game but the speed of the Lions gridiron offensive crew was a hard thing to deal with as they got away on more than one occasion from their determined Ironmen counterparts.

So far as passing was concerned, QB Chase Miller, who was without his “go-to” guy from past games – Landon Hahn (out with a shoulder injury), he turned to other receivers such as Collin Huss, Rayshawn Sewell, Tobias Miller, and Shamyr Moss. He connected with Tobias an Shamyr on only two of his 13 attempts, but no scores came from those valiant

Puntertries.Justin Houser was kept pretty busy as the

Ironmen couldn’t score by the fourth down on many of their plays and drives.

The Ironmen are away to face the East Gaston Warriors on Friday, Sept. 23 (game time: 7:30 p.m.), and have a scheduled open date on Friday, Sept. 30, as the month of September draws to a close.

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

Ironmen Caleb Hovis and Kam Bolin lead the way onto the field at last Friday night’s matchup against the visiting Shelby HS Golden Lions. (

CHS Ironmen Tobias Miller (#17) and Jordan Lowrance (#75) prepare to stop Lions runner Daylin Lee.

A blur of action ensues just as Ironmen QB Chase Miller passes the ball. He is seconds away from being hit by the Shelby defense man.

The CHS Ironmen O-line ready to snap the ball in last Fri-

Ironmen QB Chase Miller (#11, in the center of the photo) takes the snap and looks for a receiver.

Kam Bolin has taken the handoff from QB Chase Miller and

Shamyr Moss crosses in front of quarterback Chase Miller, who is reaching up for the too-high snap.

Punter Justin Houser was one of the busiest Ironmen on the field last Friday night as the Ironmen were constantly having to go to him on a fourth down situation.

WEIGHTANNOUNCEMENTSWATCHERS. 28150

CREST CLASS OF 1970 REUNION. The Crest High class of 1970 is holding a 50th class reunion on Saturday Oct. 22, 2022 at the Legrand Center in Shelby from 6pm to 10pm. Price per person will be determined by the number of commentments. Respond to 418-1403.orcrestclassof1970@gmail.comeithertext/callAllenGoldat704-

HOTDOG BENEFIT FOR

CRYSTAL HENSON at Boiling Springs Masonic Lodge October 8th from 12-6 pm. Plate includes 2 hotdogs, chips and drink, deserts. Price is $6.00, all proceeds go to family for donations. Contact Jennifer Moore 828-744-1095 also doing Raffle.

REUNIONS

SHS CLASS OF 1970 REUNION. The Shelby High School Class of ‘70 Reunion will be held the evening of Saturday, October 15. For details, contact Judie Young Davidson at Gator222@icloud.com (352) 3391801 gator222@icloud.com

MAINTENANCEEMPLOYMENTPOSITION.

Salary: $13 - $17 an hour Job Type: Full-time Experienced Maintenance Technician for a busy apartment complex with at least 1 year experience working with Apartment Maintenance. Must be willing to be on call. Work hours are 9 to 5 Monday through Friday. Must pass Back Ground and Drug Test. Please email resume: ascott@eagleviewcap.com

MOTOR WINDER Experienced AC motor winder needed. Competitive pay, benefits, and relaxed atmosphere (704) 947-1811 bcase@citycompressor.com

EXPERIENCED GARMENT AND TEXTILE SEWING. Experienced sewing positions. FT 1st-Shift. M-F 8:30-5. Parttime also available Competitive pay. Great Environment. English and Spanish-speaking staff. Located in Lincolnton (310) 874-8516

ED.PARThodgesinternational.netcontact@TIMEPAINTERNEEDFor rental properties. (704) 473-4299

CNC MACHINIST & GENERAL LABOR Carolina Textile Sales, 521 N Sims Street KM. Full Time, 1st Shift, Mon-Fri. Experience preferred for CNC Position. Pay based on experience. Apply in person or contact Brandon (704) bmccomas221@aol.com739-1646

FABRIC CUTTING SUPERVISOR - LINCOLNTON. The Cutter Supervisor position will program, set up, operate and maintain automated (Tukatech) equipment and hand cutter to cut fabric to product specifications. Meet production, quality, and safety requirements. Keep records, and maintain equipment and supplies. Perform cutting operations to assure compliance with approved methods and quality standards., cuts fabric and material handling and bundling operations. Manages cutting staff. 1st ShiftM-F 8:30 - 5. Located in Lincolnton (714) 916-9513 hodgesinternational.netcontact@

WANTED: ELECTRICIAN. To do light electrical work around my home. (704) 487-9437

HELP WANTED JN Greene

Electrical Contracting is seeking full time electrician and laborers. Experience is preferred but not required. Electrician starting pay $15.00 – $30.00 based on experience Laborers starting pay $10.50 - $15.00 based on experience. Please contact Joe Greene for more information. (704) jojoe5656@outlook.com473-6862

ONE ON ONE CARE is hiring for full/part time in the group homes for 2nd shift. Transport experience recommended not required. Hrs are 2p-11p weekdays and 8p-8a weekends. Apply in person at 203 Lee St. Shelby

BUSINESSSERVICES

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY 5 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat Sep 24th, 8am-12pm. Furniture, household items, clothes, toys, electronics, misc. 1400 Lackey Street, Shelby, NC 28152

FOR SALE

ATTENTION MUSIC! The song, “I, THE INDIVUDUAL’S SONG” by Pops Hoyle is now available on Amazon Music, iTunes, Spotify and more. “Perhaps it was a time when everyone believed in freedom of industry, body and mind.”

FOR SALE

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

CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704692-6767, (704) 487-0228

THE SCREEN SHOP. For Windows and Doors. Can make, repair, and recover any screen for your windows and doors. For three generations, The Screen Shop has been serving Cleveland and surrounding counties. (828) 381-1422

GRAVEL $170 / TON. Miscellaneous junk removal, Trenching excavator, $75 / hr, $50 / unload. Firewood $65-$85 shorted truck load, tree-trimming except over house. Estimate, 864-490-9803 complaints or problems.

EB MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, lawnmower or tractor. Honest & reliable. (704) 300-2332

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

HANDYMAN. All rental and residential services. No job too small. Call Ray at 704-8137623

TRIPLE D PAINTING, LLC. All your painting needs. Free estimates. Over 25 yrs experience! Facial board replacement available!!! Making your home, building or business look new again. (704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com

NEED YOUR HOME CLEANED? Did you know that having a clean home is one of the secretes to happiness? Let me make you happy by making your home sparkle and shine. I do basis or deep cleaning at reasonable rates. Email me at sgacsa@aol.com call or text me at (704) 419-9016

JAMES BALLARD PAINTING SERVICES. Exterior painting only. We also stain decks. Free estimates. You will be pleased with our work. We have references. 828-287-9272. (828) 429-7511

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 704472-9367.

RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR AVAILABLE. “SPECIALIZING IN DECKS” Repairs and New Construction. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Contact Bob at (828) 476-6058

COPPERHEAD ROAD LAWN AND FIELD. Give us a call for prompt friendly service. Offering lawn care and field services (bushhogging, box blade and loader work) at reasonable prices. (704) 692-0662

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) 2950750

GASTON COUNTY BIG YARD SALE. Fri Sep 23rd, 8am until. Mens, women’s kids clothes, toys, kit & household items. Too much to list. 720 Bell Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

MAN SALE! TOOLS, TOOLS, TOOLS! Friday & Saturday September 23-24; 8am-until. Compound mitresaw with laser, benchtop bandsaw, scrolls and much more. Lots of tools. Anything you’re looking for may be here. 216 Courtland Street, Spindale, NC 28160

FOR SALE

16 FT. ALUMINUM WALK

BOARD New. 1000 watt generator, Never used. (704) 7358998

FIREWOOD FOR SALE Good hardwood. 8 ft. bed pickup load. Deliverable. $75. 704284-1694.

2005 HONDA RUCKUS MOPED. Broken. Needs Work. $150. 704-419-5054. Leave Message.

MISCELLANEOUS HUNTING EQUIPMENT. Bowtech compound bow $300. Free fly fishing lessons. 828-748-2027.

JAZZY SELECT 6 $475. Mobility chair, delivered, warranty & charger. 245 lb wt capacity. Call Scooterman John. New Jazzy, 275 wt Ltd, $1195. Jazzy with lift seat, 225 wt Ltd, $650. (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@ gmail.com

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.

BURNING BARRELS $15. Water Totes $60 to $100. Plastic Barrels with Lids & Rings $20. Solid Top Plastic Barrels $10. 15 Gallon Plastic Barrels $10. (828) 327-4782

JOHN DEERE 160 MOTOR Kawasaki, FB460V. Murray 12HP/40’’ Motor B&S Power Built 12HP, Craftsman LTX1000 Motor B&S inter/twin 20-OH, Craftsman LT 1000 Motor Craftsman I/C 17HP, no batteries, no gas, being sold for parts. $1,000 for 4 units or $300 each. 828-453-0828.

1998 MACK C5200P. Very good condition. 169,000 miles. One Owner. 22 ft. fully dry box with 2500 lb. lift gate. Serviced every 8000 miles. Good heat and air. (704) 472-1754

ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Zero down. Call for more details. 828-382-0455.

I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast. (828) 577-4197

WANTED: OLD CAMERA GEAR. Wanted: your old film and digital cameras, lenses, flashes and tripods. We will buy or trade for new gear. We are not buying Polaroid, Ansco or Kodak. Bring it in for a quote, no quotes by phone. (864) 5836835 tocenter.comMarketing@spartanpho-

BUYING BASEBALL CARDS AND RECORDS LOOKING FOR 50S, 60S, AND 70S BASEBALL CARDS IN ANY CONDITION. PAYING TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR CARDS THAT ARE SITTING AND COLLECTING DUST AS WELL AS OLD ROCK AND ROLL RECORDS. CLEVELAND AND GASTON COUNTY KINGS MOUNTAIN SHELBY AND CHARLOTTE AREAS CALL TIM 661-312-6159 (661) 3126159

DANNY’SLIVE.COMSAVEYOUREARTH@AUTOWERKS.Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-2893081 or Jimmy 828-289-1175.

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

FARM & GARDEN

FREE POWER WHEEL CHAIR Free! Small adult or teen power wheelchair. Got a newer one and this one has been sitting in garage. Needs new batteries. Call 704-477-7787 (704) 4729274 rkahconley@att.net

JOHN DEERE ZERO TURN, 42 in. cut, 400 hrs. Looks, runs, cuts good. $1800 or OBO. 704487-0500 or 704-678-3954.

LIKE NEW, MEN’S HUFFY BICYCLE. Great Condition Must See! $50.00. Great Trail Rider. Call 828-782-7221

1998 HONDA CIVIC $600. 2 riding mowers $100 each. 3 push mowers $20-$50 each. Set of 13’’ tires $80. 15’’ tires $30 each. 828-223-1982.

MORGAN’S FIREWOOD. Small hardwood mix for small wood stoves. Cut, split, delivered $85/load. 828-395-0758.

HEAVY DUTY HEDGE TRIMMER. SunJoe Electric, telescoping, pivoting head. Used once -$65. Also, 4” steel pipe, schedule 60, 134’, 6 pieces, 20’ t0 24’. $500. 704-692-9415.

SOLID OAK GRANDFATHER CLOCK. Handmade, excellent condition, must see. Can be seen at 478 East Church Street, Bostic, NC.

CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN TABLE W/6 CHAIRS. SOLID WOOD, ALWAYS KEPT COVERED. LIKE NEW! PRICE $950 (704) 477-3031 LSMITH3031@ GMAIL.COM

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

NEW USED REPO BUILDINGS. Thursday - Friday 10-5 Sat. 10-12 J Johnson Sales 2690 US Hwy 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

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

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

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

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS WITH SCRATCH PADS! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788

BUSH HOGGING NEEDED. NEED TO HAVE FIELD BUSH HOGGED IN ELKIN, NORTH CAROLINA. PLEASE CALL THE NUMBER OR CONTACT BY EMAIL ADDRESS (828) 755-5340 OUTLOOK.COMJAKESNOOP20@

ROUND BALER, VERMIER 405H. Field ready, kept, to Gill twin (704) 472-4450

WANT TO BUY (utility

NOW HIRING TENT INSTALLERS & Warehouse Manager. Must be able to pass drug screen and Valid drivers license. Call (704) 692-4576

LAND PROS LAND MANAGEMENT We offer commercial and residential forestry mulching, land clearing, lawn care and light duty skid steer work. We are located in Shelby, N.C. We offer our services in Cleveland and surrounding counties. We offer free estimates! (704) 300-8763 landproshelby@ gmail.com

CEMETERY LOT AVAILABLE. VETERANS CIRCLE, GASTON MEMORIAL PARK. Reduced price. Call or text (919) 2725503

NEW 16’X16” METAL LOG BOARD. $350. New 1000 watt generator, $200 Never used. (704) 735-8998

TRAILERS. 5X8 LANDSCAPE, DUMP TRAILER, ENCLOSED TRAILER, 40 FT. GOOSENECK TRAILER, 40 FT. ENCLOSED TRAILER. RENT TO OWN. NO CREDIT CHECK. J. JOHNSON SALES, INC. FOREST CITY, NC. 828-245-5895.

A CRYPT MAUSOLEUM at Rose Hill Cemetry in Fallston. Call 704-477-8405 or 704-7393770.

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) TO BUY. Mobile home wheels or tires. 14.5”. 704-4773537 INEXPENSIVE, and boxsprings. Absolutely no Hal, (828) 4477476 (704)

DIECAST FOR SALE. CARS, TRUCKS, PLANES, BANKS, HOT AIR BALLOONS, TROLLIES, TRACTORS, ETC. Call Tom, Shelby, NC. (704) 4736384

2003 - 1700 LUND (704) GOATS FOR SALE. Please call

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Western Carolina University Spring 2022 graduates

CULLOWHEE, NC –

Western Carolina University congratulates more than 1,900 students who graduated in Spring 2022. The following local students earned degrees from WCU: From Cherryville – Sierra Alexander, Michael Beam, Raegan Hoyle, Donna

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repair because we can now have heat in the winter and air in the summer. The city helps the museum by allowing us to use the building that was designated by Lester Nail for Claude and Mabel Beam estate to be a museum.Thecity also gives us electric service for the museum. Thanks for your contribution. We certainly appreciate all you have done for us. We have also had a private donor who has been providing operations funding.Wehave been able to do more than ever be-

Kostiuk, Kayla McSwain, Ethan Moss, Emily Owens, McKenzie Silvers, and BerniceFromWilliams.Crouse – Hannah Canipe, Katelyn Hallman, and Madeline King. From Bessemer City –Jordan Owens, and Sophia Royer.

cause of this private funding that was our main operation funds. Thanks forever to this kind individual. You have made a difference.Thanks again to the city for repairs to the building. We realize that this was a big expense to the city. We believe we will now handle working at the museum better with heat and air conditioning.Wehave been able to survive pretty well for at least 25 years. But this was far above our budget.

PatSincerely,C.Sherrill

(On behalf of volunteers of days gone by, and the present volunteers for 25 years of dedicated service.)

Sara Mauney graduates from The Citadel

CHARLESTON, SC – Sara Mauney, of Cherryville, N.C., earned a Bachelor of Arts in Intelligence and Security Studies from The Citadel.

The South Carolina Corps of Cadets Class of 2022 made history as one of The Citadel’s largest incoming classes when they arrived on campus four years ago.

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“If citizens wish to participate in this event, they can place red bulbs/lights anywhere on the porch or outside of their home in remembrance of our nation’s fallen firefighters,” she said.

Bingham noted firefighter Ryan Gunter, who is a volunteer with the department, took the photo that was posted online last year. Said Ms. Bingham, “The shift on duty on the day of Oct. 8 will place the covers on the lights. The shift on duty this year will be B-shift, comprised of Capt. Nathan Bowman and Driver/

Now, after two years of modified graduation celebrations, Mauney is one of more than 600 members of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets who accepted their degrees during the college’s traditional commencement ceremony held on Saturday, May 7 in McAlister Field House.

The day before commencement, about 30

Engineer Chad Duvall.”

Cherryville Fire Chief Jason Wofford said this is an important day for all firefighters, and especially so for the CFD men and women, who live and work in this small community.

Said Chief Wofford, “More firefighters die in our country than people realize. From the FEMA Firefighter Fatalities Report for 2020, there were 102 firefighters who died on duty. There were 72 of those deaths directly contributed to activities related to an emergency incident.”Hecontinued, “We take pride in helping the recognition of this Fallen Firefighter’s Day in October to help

percent of the graduating cadets accepted commissions as officers into the U.S. Armed Services.

Among those who accepted commissions are the first two Citadel cadets to join the U.S. Space Force: Conor William Deans, Space Operations Officer, and Jack O. Schwartz, Developmental Engineer.

The top academic pro-

honor those who sacrifice their selves to help save others. We highly encourage all residents who appreciate the service our firefighters offer to support this day as well.”

Every October, as a grateful nation honors its fallen fire service heroes during the Memorial Weekend, the media release noted that, as “…the official national tribute to those firefighters who died in the line of duty during the previous year,” and as in years past, the group has asked that “… landmarks, buildings, families, and fire departments across the country to participate in ‘Light the Night for FallenSomeFirefighters.’”oftheexamples

grams for the Class of 2022 included Business Administration, Intelligence and Security Studies, Criminal Justice, Mechanical Engineering and Political Sci-

ence.Graduates accepted their diploma from President of The Citadel Gen. Glenn W. Walters, USMC (Ret.), Class of 1979.

given of building that will be participating again this year are: One World Trade Center (New York City); the Willis Tower (Chicago); and Walt Disney Studios (Burbank, CA); all have joined to ‘Light the Night’ for fallen firefighters.Additionally, the group also noted a Candlelight Service will be held that Saturday, Oct. 8, for the families.

“Lighting your department and community in red on the evening of Oct. 8, or any time during that week, would be an additional symbol of support and comfort to the families whose loved ones are being remembered,” the event’s officials pointed out.

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2001 DODGE One Quad automatic, 2 w/d, 160K Tow package, 5.9 cummings Good tires.$18500, 828-4470774.

2021 MURANO is daily so miles will preowned! Still under manufacturer warranty! No lowballers please! This vehicle has been maintained and kept in like new condition. All service records available. Please leave a message or text me & I will call you back! 704-740-0747 Thanks! I do have additional pictures I can send! (704) 740-0747

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2&3 BEDROOM TOWN HOMES. Townhomes located in Shelby, NC. We are currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Please visit us today at Laurel Hill Apartments 1526 Eaves Rd., Shelby NC or call for more information 704-487-1114. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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

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2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $550 per month. 828-382-0475.

Lady Ironmen spikers currently 8-5 overall; 2-3 in conference play

by MICHAEL E. POWELL michael@cfmedia.infoEditor

Head volleyball coach Leigh Kiser said though she is very proud of her winning Lady Ironmen volleyball squad, they are still in a battle when it comes to having a great 2022 season, which is still young, as of thisThatwriting.said, Kiser said her ladies lost what she termed “a heartbreaker” last, Sept. 13, to The Lady Warriors of East Gaston.Said Coach Kiser, “We played conference foe East Gaston, who is undefeated in conference play, and lost a hard-fought match 3-2. We really executed our game plan, but came up short.” Match scores were 25-15 (EG), 25-23 (CHS), 25-17 (EG), 25-23 (CHS), and 15-10 (EG). Kiser noted Lexi McSwain had 3 aces and 4 kills; Krista Davis had 11 digs; Carson Reed had 5 blocks, and Rileigh Kiser’s 22 assists and 11 digs led the Lady Ironmen in this one.

The North Gaston Lady Wildcats came to Nixon Gym on Wednesday, Sept. 14, Kiser said, in a non-conference matchup and the Lady Ironmen got into the win column with a

3-0 Coachvictory.Kiser said her team won 25-13,25-23,and 25-22, adding, “…it felt good to get back in the win column” noting her “…team has been working really hard.” For the CHS ladies, Kiser said libero Taylor Digh as well as Krista Davis combined for 21 digs, with Digh adding 3 serve aces.

“Freshman Emily Allen recorded 9 kills setup by Rileigh Kiser’s 19 assists,” said Coach Kiser, who added Rileigh also had 5 aces and 9 digs in the match. “Kaitlyn Newsome and Laila Davis stood out as well,” saidInKiser.JVaction against East Gaston JV ladies, the JV Lady Ironmen lost 2-0 by scores of 25-16 and 25-15, with Krista Davis’ 3 aces and Kennedy Weathers’ 2 aces leading the CHS JV ladies.

The JV Lady Ironmen got into the win column, noted Kiser, with a 2-0 win against North Gaston’s JV Lady Wildcats. “Kennedy Weathers’ three kills, Jenna Anthony’s three aces, and Evionna McDowell’s two kills led our JV ladies,” noted Coach Kiser.

The Ironmen are home next week to Thomas Jefferson’s Lady Gryphons (Tuesday, Sept. 20, starting at 4:30), and at the Burns Lady Bulldogs in conference action on Thursday, Sept. 22, at 4:30 (at Nixon Gym). On Tuesday, Sept. 27, the CHS

volleyball ladies will be away against the Lady Golden Lions of Shelby High School (games starting at 4:30 p.m.).

Currently, the CHS ladies record for the varsity is 8-5 overall; 2-4 in SPC 1A-2A

be discussed and voted on, chief of which was the continuation of a public hearing about rezoning for the cluster development on Requa Road (the Cherryvale project). The rezoning was approved, according to City Manager Dalton.

An interlocal agreement with Cleveland County regarding a water interconnection was discussed by City Manager Dalton who

Project pursuant to Session Law 2022-74 and Cherryville has been awarded a $3,000,000 grant from the state of North Carolina through the NC Department of Environmental Quality” for the Cityproject.Manager Dalton then went over the City’s financial statement ending July 2022, then Council entered into a closed session meeting.

These three young Lady Ironmen runners took part in the Cross Country county championship at Forestview High School on Tuesday, Sept. 13, and represented CHS well. They are: Willow Chambers, Paige LaRoche, and Cameryn Bell. Congratulations ladies! (photo provided)

Local students named to WCU’s Spring 2022 Dean’s List

CULLOWHEE, NC –Western Carolina University congratulates more than 1,200 students named to the Spring 2022 Dean’s List. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher while com-

pleting 12 or more credit hours. Local students named to the Dean’s List include: Gracie Jackson, Kayla McSwain, and Broderick Steele of Cherryville; Hannah Canipe of Crouse; and McKenzie Farris of Bessemer City.

Western Carolina University Spring 2022 Chancellor’s List

CULLOWHEE, NC – Western Carolina University congratulates more than 1,900 students named to the Chancellor’s List for Spring 2022. To qualify for this honor, students must achieve a GPA of 3.8 or higher while completing 12 or more credit hours. Local students recognized for this achievement include: From Cherryville – Jennifer Burhans, Phillip Dellinger, Raegan Hoyle, Donna Kostiuk, Bailey Lail, Emily Owens, Kaushal Patel, and Lakota

Wilson.From Crouse – Katelyn Hallman, Madeline King, and Mackenzie Simpson. From Bessemer City –Savannah Baldwin, Allison Royer, Sophia Royer, and Taylor Tremmel.

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.

JV ladies get a win last week as well…

Declaration of Constitution Week 2022 representatives Louanna Kiser, Millicent Heavner, Jerry Thornburg, Kay Turner, Debbie Beam, and Linda Barger with the proclamation for Constitution Week. (photos provided)

Varsity volleyball player Rileigh Kiser serves the ball at last week’s home game against visiting North Gaston. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

Setter Rileigh Kiser pushed the ball into the air in preparation for her teammates to blast it back to the visiting Lady Wildcats.

Lady Ironmen spiker Emily Allen (#17) prepares to send the ball back across the net for a score in last week’s game at Nixon Gym against the Lady Wildcats.

Kate Bookout prepares to serve to the Lady Wildcats at last week’s game at Nixon Gym.

Krista Davis prepares to serve the ball to the Lady Wildcats of North Gaston High at last week’s volleyball match.