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2019 Thanksgiving Community Meal organizer Tammy Campbell (far left) talks with volunteer server, Dr. Jennifer Walls at the 11th Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal held last year. (Eagle/CF Media file photo by Michael E. Powell)

2020 Community Thanksgiving Mailbox for letters meal had different look this year

A Letters to Santa mailbox, brightly colored and lit, waiting for children’s letters to Santa for this Christmas. (photo provided)

to Santa from kids to be placed outside of Chamber office Meanwhile, Santa Box sponsors needed to help send the magic of Christmas to kids who post letters to C of C’s mailbox by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

The Cherryville Chamber of Commerce is look-

ing for somebody to help them send the magic of Christmas this year. It’s relatively easy: all you have to do is sponsor a Santa Box for $20. Chamber President Mary Beth Tackett noted they are wanting to make kids’ Christmas a little merrier this year, in spite of the COVID-19 “Grinch”. Enter her idea of sponsoring said Santa Box for

Drive-through service, “take out”, and delivery the rule of the day for “Turkey Day” feast in the time of COVID by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

The 12th Annual Cherryville Thanksgiving Community Meal DriveThrough had a new look and new method of operation this year, said the event’s organizers. The event, held on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020 was a “To-Go Only” event, and started at 11 a.m., lasting until 2 p.m., and was on a

“While Supplies Last/First Come First Serve” basis, according to the promoters. As was done last year (in the good, old ‘pre-COVID’ days), it was held at the Post 100 American Legion building, located at 215 N. Pink St., Cherryville. The event was sponsored by Food Lion. Organizer Tammy Campbell noted in last year’s Eagle article on the Community Thanksgiving Meal, they “…had a total of 711 people that received a meal; 159 (fed) at the Legion Building and 552 (meals) were sent out.” She also noted that, in spite of the inclement weather last year, she and See MEAL, Page 2

In this 2019 file photo, left to right are: Food Lion manager Tammy Evans, Thanksgiving Community Meal organizer and retired Food Lion manager Max Jonas, and Food Lion department manager Karen Newton, at last year’s 11th Annual Cherryville Community Thanksgiving Meal.

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Gaston College, Gardner-Webb announce “Bulldog Way” program Partnership grants scholarship support for transfer students With the last $1 million prize having been won, lottery officials say they will now take steps to end this prize’s ticket sales. (photo provided)

Cherryville woman wins top Holiday Countdown prize of $1 million Caregiver plans to use prize money to pay daughter’s student loans by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

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INCIDENTS 11-12: CPD officer reports possession of marijuana by listed suspect. Seized: 6.50 grams of marijuana. Closed/ cleared by other means.

$1 MILLION From Page 1 and try her luck on a lottery ticket. In the media release, Garcelle Vierra, Public Relations Specialist and Brand Management & Communications with the state’s lottery organization, noted Ms. Wallace’s ticket ended up winning her the last $1 million Holiday Countdown top prize. The release noted Ms. Wallace is a personal care assistant and purchased her winning $20 ticket from the Murphy USA on Lincolnton Highway in Cherryville. As per the media release, Ms. Wallace was quoted as saying, “It was like something was telling me to go buy a ticket. I got the ticket and I put it in my purse.” Once she got back home, Ms. Wallace told

11-12: Cherryville woman reports assault by listed suspect pointing a gun at her at her Cherryville residence. Case is active and under further investigation. 11-13: CPD officer reports felony possession of methamphetamine by unnamed suspect who had listed drug on his person. Seized: 0.01 grams of methamphetamine. Closed/cleared by arrest. 11-14: GCPD officers report a new investigation into a robbery of a person and a forced entry, residential burglary at 5103 Sunnystone Ct., Crouse. 11-14: GCPD officers report new investigations into a kidnapping and aggravated assault at 103 Allen Ln., Cherryville. 11-15: CPD officer reports simple possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance; possession if marijuana up to ½ ounces; and possession of marijuana paraphernalia by listed suspects who possessed listed illegal items. Seized: three (3) dosage units of Alprazolam, and 1 gram of marijuana, along w/one marijuana pipe (est. value: $1). Closed by other means. 11-16: CPD officer reports call for service to confiscate counterfeit currency (Seized: one $20 bill) at a Cherryville gas/convenience mart. Unknown suspect gave employee listed counterfeit bill. Closed by other means and under further investigation. 11-16: Cherryville gas/ convenience mart reports counterfeiting/forgery by unknown suspect who used a counterfeit $20 bill at their business. Case is active and under further investigation. 11-16: CPD officer reports WSOJ (OFA) and possession of marijuana by listed suspect. Closed/cleared by arrest. 11-16: Cherryville man reports larceny of trailer by unknown suspect who stole the utility trailer from victim. Est. value of trailer: $2,000. Case is active and under further investigation. 11-18: CPD officer reports WSOJ on listed suspect who had an outstanding warrant. Closed/cleared by arrest. 11-18: Gastonia man reports unknown person(s) tried to obtain property by false pretense by fraudulently using credit card, making one fraudulent purchase. Case is active and under further investigation. WRECKS 11-13: A vehicle driven by Sadie Ratchford Hoover, 93, 4648 Crouse Rd., Crouse, was traveling south in the Walmart parking lot when she tod the responding officer she could not get to the the brake in time to stop before making contact with a parked and unoccupied vehicle belonging to Tyson Reynard

Gidney, no age given, 306 Pine Ave., Cherryville. No injuries reported. Est. damages to the Hoover vehicle: $800; to the Gidney vehicle: $1,200. Mr. Gidney’s vehicle towed by KT Towing to KT Towing. 11-15: A vehicle driven by Kathryn Elaine Wilson, 69, 1414 Florida St., Gastonia, was backing up in the Food Lion parking lot and a vehicle driven by Tyrone Maurice Patterson, 44, 375 Deviney Rd., Waco, was going forward in this same lot when the Wilson vehicle struck the Patterson vehicle. No injuries reported. Est. damage to the Wilson and Patterson vehicles: $400/vehicle. 11-16: A vehicle driven by William Hugh Mason, 84, 1503 Hepzibah Church Rd., Bessemer City, was traveling though Lane 1 of the McDonald’s drive-through, and a vehicle driven by Lora Hamilton Pettis, 51, 422 Hobbs Ave., Shelby, was traveling through Lane 2 of the same restaurant’s drive-through when they both collided w/ each other. No injuries reported. Est. damages to the Mason vehicle: $100; to the Pettis vehicle: $200. 11-18: A vehicle driven by Susan Leona Taylor, 71, 1423 A. A. Barrett Rd., Shelby, and a vehicle driven by Joyce Patterson Randall, 53, 1798 Bess Chapel Church Rd., Cherryville, collided in the intersection of Mulberry and First Streets. Mrs. Randall told the responding officer she was traveling straight ahead (on Mulberry St.) and the Taylor vehicle pulled out of the intersection in her travel path, whereupon they collided. Mrs. Taylor told the R.O. she was stopped at the intersection and proceeded into the intersection w/o seeing the Taylor vehicle approaching. The Taylor vehicle then collided with the Randall vehicle. Mrs. Taylor said her vision was obstructed due to the sunlight in her direction. No injuries reported. Est. damages to the Taylor vehicle: $2,000; to the Randall vehicle: $1,000. Mrs. Taylor’s vehicle was towed to the Shoppe, Inc., by the Shoppe, Inc. 11-18: A vehicle driven by Allison Hope Boston, 18, 717 Sherrill Ave., Lincolnton, was traveling southwest on E. Church St., when she turned in front of a vehicle driven by Harold Dean Mellon, 52, 245 Boyles Rd., Lawndale, who was traveling east on the same road. No injuries reported. Est. damages to the Boston and Mellon vehicles: $400/vehicle.

lottery officials she started cooking dinner, her “famous chicken alfredo”, and remembered her ticket. Said Wallace, “I got to scratching the ticket and I saw two ‘holidays’ (images) and it had $1 million dollars. I kept looking and I said, ‘No, that don’t seem right.’ I felt like I was having a heart attack! I just couldn’t believe it.” Ms. Wallace claimed her prize Wednesday, Nov. 18, at lottery headquarters in Raleigh. Vierra said she had the choice of taking the $1 million as an annuity of 20 payments of $50,000 a year or a lump sum of $600,000, the standard choice, or option, all winners get with wins of that size. Said Vierra, “She chose the lump sum and took home $424,506 after required state and federal tax withholdings.” “I’m able to pay my daughter’s student loans off,” said Wallace of her

plans for the prize money. “That was one of the major things I was worried about.” As per the media release, Ms. Wallace also plans to use the money to care for her parents and buy a new house for herself. The rest, she told lottery officials, will go into savings. Vierra noted in the media release that the Holiday Countdown launched this November with three top prizes of $1 million. “Ms. Wallace won the last top prize so the lottery will begin steps to end the game,” she said. Ticket sales from scratch-offs make it possible for the lottery to raise more than $725 million per year for education. Vierra said if anyone wants to know the details on how the state’s lottery funds have helped all of North Carolina’s 100 counties, they can go the lottery’s website and click on the “Impact” section.

Some of the Scout volunteers and other volunteers who helped at last year’s 11th Annual Community Thanksgiving meal held at the American Legion building. (Eagle/CF Media file photos by Michael E. Powell)

A few of the first folks who got there early at the 2019 Cherryville Community Thanksgiving Meal held on Saturday, Nov. 23. It was later noted by the organizers that the initial turn-out was sparse due to the rain, but it picked up as the day went on.

The servers at 2019’s 11th Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal as they served up the hot, nutritious “turkey day” meals with all the “fixin’s” on that festive, COVID-19-free Saturday, a year ago.

MEAL From Page 1 her fellow organizers and workers were just thankful they had people willing to get out in the rain to deliver those meals for them. Campbell, who works for ACTEGA North America in Lincolnton, is no stranger to working out all the kinks, glitches, and what-not when it comes to this much-loved annual feast, having done it now for the past 12 years. She and all those who put in their time, efforts, and hard work to help their community know it’s all worth it, to see the hungry get fed a great meal. In an email last week to the Eagle, Campbell acknowledged how different things were going to be thanks to the state’s many pandemic restrictions. Speaking of the event’s uniqueness, she said, “Due to (those) restrictions we did a drive-through event only. We had the kitchen volunteers cooking – with everyone masked and gloved in the back kitchen. “We had the take-out area set up like normal; we just had to limit how many people we had in there. “Again, all volunteers had on masks and gloves. We had a few outside to get the number of how many plates a pick-up person needed. They gave that number to a person at the front of the building, who then relayed that to the to-go staff. They then got that number of plates and took them out to the front staff and who gave them

to them, either by placing their food in their trunk or back seat, kind of like a pizza place. They then drove away and we went on to the next car.” Campbell also said they also again served the Meals on Wheels people from the Cherryville area. “They sent their drivers to pick up for their normal route and they deliver those for us. I also asked the local churches to send me the names and addresses of shut-ins that needed a plate delivered and we sent people out to do that. “Hopefully, we were able to get everyone a meal that needed one, even with all the restrictions,” she said. Fellow organizer Max Jonas said Food Lion cooked 38 whole turkeys, deboned them upon arrival at the Legion building before serving them, and also provided green beans, corn, turkey gravy, sweet potatoes and yams, dressing, and slaw for the meals. “I want to say a word of thanks to Food Lion and (store manager) Tammy Evans and (department manager) Karen Newton

for once again helping out with this,” he said. Cherryville Area Ministries Director Sherry Curry was also one of the organizers and helped at the event. Said Mrs. Curry, “This event being a drive-through was good as far as this pandemic was concerned. It meant less contact from us to them. I felt that would have an impact on possibly more people coming out that day. We hoped and prayed it would be a really good turnout.” Curry said she knew the way they did the meal this year was going to be “something new”, but said she also felt it was, “kind of exciting” to still get people fed, which is a blessing in and of itself. “It was also great to see many of the Cherryville-area churches and others volunteer and get involved with this feeding ministry,” she said.

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ARRESTS 11-12: Caitlin Desirae Faulks, 22, 767 Hephzibah Church Rd., Crouse, was arrested at this same address by GCPD officers for four (4) counts of an OFA (contempt of court/perjury/court violation). 11-12: Matthew James Watkins, 18, 308 Lowry Ln., Cherryville, was arrested at 767 Hephzibah Church Rd., Crouse, by GCPD officers for one count of trespassing and two (2) counts of an OFA (contempt of court/perjury/ court violation). 11-13: Katelyn Denise Day, 24, 1431 Requa Rd., Cherryville, was arrested at 2525 Court Dr., Gastonia, by GCPD officers for one count each of aggravated assault and damage to property/vandalism. 11-13-20: Scottie Lee Turner, 44, 340 Hephzibah Church Rd., Crouse, was arrested at 340 Hephzibah Church Rd., Crouse, by GCPD officers for one count of an OFA (contempt of court/perjury/court violation). 11-13: Thomas Lee Hendix, 25, 416 N. Pine St., Cherryville; one count felony possession of methamphetamine, and one count of WSOJ (outstanding probation violation). $26,000 secured bond. 11-13: Michael Clayton Sisk, 53, 2465 County Line Rd., Cherryville; one count of a WSOJ. $1,000 secured bond. 11-15: Tiffany Goins Curtis, 45, 122 Green Way Ave., Cherryville, was arrested at 100 Anthony Grove Rd., Gaston County, by GCPD officers, for one count of an OFA (contempt of court/perjury/court violation). 11-15: Patsy Louise Randall, 52, 704 Hawthorne St., Cherryville; one count misdemeanor simple possession of a Schedule IV controlled substance. No bond type/amt. listed on report. 11-16: Michael Storm Bridges, 23, 102 W Third St., Cherryville, was arrested at 410 W. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia, by Gastonia PD officer on one count of a warrant from another agency. 11-16: Gilbert Howard Pfeifer, 58, 607 N. Mountain St., Cherryville; one count each misdemeanor WSOJ (Gaston Co.), and possession of marijuana (Gaston Co.). No bond type/amt. listed on report. 11-18: Michael Eric Costner, Jr., 27, 1222 Foster Rd., Cherryville; one count misdemeanor cyberstalking (WSOJ/Lincoln Co.). $500 secured bond.

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December is almost here! While many holidays are packed into this month, there’s a relatively new one that many may not have heard of before – Giving Tuesday. This observance was created in 2012 with a simple idea in mind; to create a day that encourages people to give to others. That giving can take many forms, from something as simple as helping out a neighbor to making a stranger’s day. Many use the day to highlight a cause they care about or to make a donation to a specific charity. We thought this would be a great time to highlight some of the ways that you can support your public library! Of course, the easiest way to support your library is by being a patron! Using the library’s resources on a regular basis helps with statistics that are sent to the state. When you’re a regular, you become knowledgeable about what the library has to offer, which in turns helps you spread the news to your family and friends. Word-ofmouth is still one of the best – and least expensive – types of advertising! The library

“Giving Tuesday” is a holiday many of us have never heard of, but it is a very important day in a month of great holidays. (graphic provided) welcomes and appreciates donor support. Financial and material gifts are gladly accepted in accordance with the Gaston County Public Library’s Book and Materials Selection Policy. Gifts must meet selection criteria and standards applied to purchased library resources, and the library reserves the right to evaluate donated materials. Items are either added into our collection or to the annual Friends of the Library Book Sales. And while we can’t assign a monetary value to donated items, we are happy to provide an itemized receipt for tax purposes. Have you read or heard about a book or movie that you would like to borrow that is not available from the library? Perhaps it was not a choice for the library’s collection due to cost and/or limited demand.

Or the item may be a high demand selection owned by the library for which there is a long waiting list. Consider a donation to the Gaston County Library’s GIVE A BOOK! program. GIVE A BOOK! provides a way for you to enjoy your selection, support the library, and benefit your community as well. It’s also an ideal way to honor awards, achievements, birthdays, etc. Likewise, it is a thoughtful memorial to friends and loved ones. Remember, GIVE A BOOK! gifts are tax deductible. Here’s how it works: you can locate the form on our website (www.gastonlibrary. org). Fill out the form and return it to the library at 1555 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, NC, 28054. The library orders the selected gift; once the item is received, a gift plate bearing the donor’s name will be added to the item (honor and memorial gifts have gift plates bearing the names of both the honoree and the donor). Donors, honorees, and/or family members may request to be the first borrowers. And finally, donors may request tax receipts for these donations. When you donate through our GIVE A BOOK! program, you contribute to the entire community.

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Finally, there’s Wowbrary and AmazonSmile. Each of these gives you a way to make purchases through Amazon and support the Gaston County Friends of the Library at the same time! When you shop at AmazonSmile (www.smile.amazon. com), Amazon donates 0.5 percent of the price of your eligible purchases to qualifying organizations. And yes, the Friends of the GCPL is a non-profit group, founded in 1983, and they qualify! Wowbrary is a non-profit service that provides free weekly emails about new library books, DVDs, and more to GCPL cardholders. It also allows users to click through directly to the GCPL website to place reserves on items, as well as to Amazon. Amazon will donate 7.5 percent of purchases placed via Wowbrary to support the shopper’s local library – in this case, the Gaston County Public Library. So easy! For more information on ways to support your library, call us at (704) 435-6767, or stop by the branch at 605 E. Main Street. Our public service hours are 10 a.m., to 2 p.m. Stay safe and stay healthy friends!

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Cherryville New Year’s Shooter’s Inc. sign-ups The Cherryville New Year’s Shooter’s, Inc., sign-up schedule is in for this year. Secretary Rusty Wise said the group is not having any indoor meetings or gatherings this year, adding that everything will be outside. He added, “It’s going to be a little different

this year.” Member sign-up times are all on Wednesdays. The dates are: Dec. 9, 16, 23, and 30, with all meeting times at 6 to 7 p.m. The meetings will be held at the American Legion Post 100 building, located at 215 N Pink St., Cherryville, and will be in the parking lot.

New COVID-19 testing location in Gaston Co. GASTONIA – On Monday, Nov. 2, Gaston County residents had a new COVID19 testing site available. According to a media release from Public Information Officer Adam J. Gaub, as part of a state-initiative, private vendor Optum will be running the testing site three days a week in Dallas, outside the Citizens Resource Center, located at 1303 Dallas – Cherryville Hwy. Gaub said, “The site will be open from 2, to 7 p.m., on its first day of operation, Nov. 2, and will operate from 11 a.m., to 7 p.m. on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays after that.” He noted the testing site will be a drive-through operation. The testing site is in-

tended to compliment the community testing being done four days a week by Kintegra. Using its mobile clinic, Kintegra is able to provide testing to multiple areas in Gaston County each week. Their testing location schedule can be found at the following website: https:// www.kintegra.org/drive-upcovid-19-testing-site-schedule/. Mr. Gaub said those who want to get tested at the Optum site are encouraged to register in advance at https://lhi.care/covidtesting. Testing will be made available for free for those without insurance or without the means to pay for it. Children as young as 1 can be tested and individuals do not need to show identification to receive a test.

Good News from Gaston County Schools, October 2020 The following “good news” was presented to the Gaston County Board of Education for the month of October 2020: ▪ Belmont Central Elementary celebrated “Hello Week” (September 14-18) to promote kindness as part of the Sandy Hook Promise program. Students wore green to remember the victims of the Sandy Hook tragedy, placed encouraging notes around the school, and participated in other activities that focused on the importance of kindness. School counselors Francina Newby and Meghan Mackinnon and art teacher Anna Smith coordinated the activities. ▪ Belmont Central Elementary music teacher James Robinson was selected as a finalist for the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching’s (NCCAT) Beginning Teacher of the Year Award. ▪ The following high school seniors have been nominated by their school as a 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholar in Career and Technical Education: Payton Boone, Bessemer City; Lindsey Lingerfelt, Cherryville; Trevyanna Williams, East Gaston; Valerie Farfan, Forestview; and Octavia Smith, Hunter Huss. ▪ Wesley Brandon of Bessemer City High School and Ruda Kirkpatrick of Hunter Huss High School were selected to participate in the Youth Apprenticeship 321 program at Gaston College. The program gives juniors and seniors an opportunity to take classes in the College Now program and through the school’s Career and Technical Education program to earn a special credential. Students also are able to learn about local companies that offer apprenticeship programs, which often lead to career possibilities after high school.

▪ W.B. Beam Intermediate School recognized the following students for their outstanding academic performance, good attendance, and positive attitude: Kara Jenkins, Angel Martinez, Lauren Bell, Darrah Beam, Carson Davis, Ariella Isbell, Ja’Tyrian Taylor, Faris Zinelabidine, Grayce Pruitt, Mason Powers, Zach Sigmon, and Laya Owens. ▪ Carr Elementary School received a grant from the N.C. Department of Transportation to provide bike helmets for students. The school held a giveaway event at Jaggers Park and distributed 20 helmets, bicycle safety information, and coloring books from the Dallas Police Department, which also presented a new American flag to the school. ▪ Carr Elementary assistant principal Thomas Plecnik and teacher Lynne Cloninger earned the Going the Extra Mile Award, which is presented by the Gaston County Schools Elementary Education Department. ▪ Carr Elementary School and W.C. Friday Middle School received a donation of school supplies from the Walmart store in Dallas. ▪ The following elementary schools were recognized by Curriculum and Associates as a 2020 i-Ready Distinguished School for Remote Learning Success: Belmont Central, W.A. Bess, Catawba Heights, Cherryville, Costner, Hawks Nest STEAM Academy, New Hope, and Page Primary. ▪ Stuart W. Cramer High School student Jacob Wootton was selected as a semifinalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program. He is one of approximately 16,000 students from across the country chosen for the recognition, and he will continue in the competition for a prestigious National Merit

Scholarship. ▪ South Point High School senior Matthew Dalton was named a commended student in the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program. ▪ The following Cramerton Middle School students won awards in the Mount Holly plein-air art competition: Aruzhan Suleimenova, second place; Amya Hobson, third place; and Lilly Cabe, Madison Greene, Tiffany McIntyre, Finley Watson, and Kinsley Wingate, honorable mention. ▪ Gaston County Schools received a donation of 2,500 masks from Vallen USA as well as a donation of 2,500 masks from the Remembering Austin Foundation in partnership with the Next Generation Fund and Gaston County Education Foundation. ▪ The following schools were recognized by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association as an ejection-free school for the 2019-2020 year: Stuart W. Cramer High School, Forestview High School, and Highland School of Technology. ▪ Highland School of Technology freshman Avery Davis was selected as a top 300 student in the Broadcom MASTERS competition for her science project titled “Do You Have the Heart to Taste? A Study of the Effects of Beta-Blockers on Older Adults’ Tasting Abilities.” Belmont Middle School teacher Jennifer del Castillo and science curriculum facilitator Bianca Yavelak assisted Avery with her science project, which she began while in the eighth grade. ▪ Holbrook Middle School created a celebration cart as a way to recognize students and staff each month. The school also received an American flag from N.C. House of Represen-

tatives member John Torbett. ▪ Students in the guitar class at Hunter Huss High School had an opportunity to meet virtually with Master Sergeant Alan Prather, who is a member of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band. He played for the students, discussed different genres of guitar performance, and talked about his time with the band. ▪ The Hunter Huss High School athletics department received an $800 grant from the North Carolina Tennis Foundation. Additionally, the Ranlo Fire and Rescue Department donated its surplus breathing apparatus equipment to the school’s fire academy program. ▪ Pleasant Ridge Elementary

music teacher Elizabeth Robinson donated custom-made face masks for 50 students. The students were able to choose their favorite design and have their name put on the mask. ▪ Robinson Elementary student Meris Cable made and donated 50 masks for students to use. In addition, the school received a donation of school supplies from Robinson Presbyterian Church. ▪ Sadler Elementary School hosted special activities to observe the birthday of Dr. Ed Sadler. Each student received a book and enjoyed a birthday cookie prepared by the cafeteria staff. Students in kindergarten, first grade, and second grade received the “Potato

Pants” book, and students in third grade, fourth grade, and fifth grade received the “Sideways Stories from Wayside School” book. ▪ Sadler Elementary teachers Karen Palomino, Kelly Lynaugh, and Shelley Thomas received educational grants from the Donors Choose organization. ▪ Fourth and fifth grade students at Sherwood Elementary enjoyed the opportunity to participate in the Tiny Broadway virtual program. They spent time learning about the performing arts from musical theater professionals. Music teacher Anne Bame coordinated the activities.

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in the oven is crucial but not always the easiest thing to do. For an 8-12-pound bird, aim for 2.5-3.5 hours; 12-16 pounds for 3.5-4 hours; 16-20 pounds for 4-4.5 hours, and so on. The key is bringing the turkey to a temperature reading of 170 F. 4. Let it rest. Instead of pulling the turkey out of the oven and immediately carving it, give it a chance to rest for 20-30 minutes, which allows the juices to soak into the meat and moisten it up.

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A Memorable Morning Breakfast Holiday mornings are iconic for those moments spent together opening gifts, sharing stories and enjoying a meal. Skip the cereal and frozen foods for a spread like these Orange Eggs Benedict with a homemade hollandaise sauce. :LWK VL[ VHUYLQJV LWÂśV SHUIHFW IRU D IDPLO\ EUHDNIDVW WR ÂżOO empty stomachs after a morning of gift-giving. Plus, kids can join in on the fun by helping make the hollandaise, which simply requires mixing a few ingredients before pouring over the completed dish. Find more breakfast recipes at Culinary.net.

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water tablespoon white vinegar eggs cup butter, softened French baguette slices, 3/4-inch thick each thick slices ham cup orange marmalade orange zest, for garnish To make Orange Hollandaise: In small bowl, blend egg yolks, orange juice and salt until combined. Gradually add melted butter into egg mixture while blending. Set aside. In skillet, add water halfway up sides. Add vinegar. Bring to simmer. Break eggs into water to poach. Cook 3-4 minutes until whites are cooked through and yolks are still runny. Using slotted spoon, remove eggs and drain on paper towels. Spread butter on one side of bread slices. Place bread in skillet and cook until golden brown. Add ham to same skillet and cook until browned on both sides. To assemble, spread bread slices with orange marmalade. Top each with one slice cooked ham and one poached egg. Pour hollandaise over eggs and garnish with orange zest. 1 8 1/2 6 6 1/2

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Living in the culture of more, more, more! Last year to be enough anymore; I had the we always want more. privilege And it isn’t making us of preachany happier or more ing at the satisfied. It seems like Community we’ve opened up a botThanksgivtomless pit, and all the ing Service plush toys, and SUVs, hosted by the and Cruise Lines we Cherryville can dream up won’t Ministerial fill it. REV. BE KIFER Association. Pastor – St. John’s I’m afraid at this This is an exLutheran Church point – it’s a God-sized cerpt of my hole. And it isn’t just sermon: a hole in our minds as More…more…more! It is we figure out new ways to get no secret these days that we more, but it’s a hole in our Collive in the culture of more… lective Soul. And only backing more…more. More food, more away from our more…more… goods, more responsibility, more culture and learning to more Facebook friends, more trust God again is going to money, more is better, the close the gap between what more the merrier…If one is we need and what we think we good, then more must be bet- need. ter. And I fear the sinfulness We live in the culture of 98” of our culture to be sure – the TV screens, $1,000 Christmas gluttony, greed. Watch the toys, 80 hot dogs in 10 minutes news the night of Black Frion Coney Island, and the Big day and see the avarice and the Gulp. Plenty just doesn’t seem wrath…see someone’s new

Appreciating Your Family (4th & Final Part of the “Thanks-Living” Series) Life seems at times to drag on when we are bored or bombarded with problems. However, our life span truly is brief, especially since we do not know how many years we have on the earth. The Bible says in James 4:14 “You do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. DANYALE PATTERSON You are just a vapor that appears for a little while and then vanishes away.” Unfortunately, some of us waste these precious hours, bickering with our loved ones about petty and trivial matters. We take for granted our relatives who God has graciously given us to love and serve. I know there are family situations and issues that are deplorable and have created tension and brokenness in relationships. However, I am talking about the typical, daily interaction that we have with them. Sometimes, we think the grass is greener on the other side and begin to wish our spouses, children, siblings, and even extended family or in-laws were like someone else. Instead of complaining or comparing them to others, pray the following thanksgiving scriptures over them. “Night and day I mention you in my prayers. I am always grateful for you, as I pray to the God my ancestors and I have served with a clear conscience.” - 2 Timothy 1:3 “We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you.” - Colossians 1:3 “For what thanksgiving can we return to God for you, for all the joy that we feel for your sake before our God.” - 1 Thessalonians 3:9 In addition, mealtime can be utilized to nurture rapport with our family members. Everyone’s schedule is busy, making it difficult to sit down around the table and eat together, but if made a priority, it is invaluable. Eating together as a family is a powerful and wonderful way to hear about each other’s day and reconnect with one another. Also, we should strive to appreciate those around us more – especially the people we live with. Tell them that you love them often, praise their kind deeds, do special things for them or write them a note of affirmation and thankfulness. Little acts of appreciation go a long way!!! PRAY THIS PRAYER: “To You, O God, I give thanks and praise, for you have done wonderful things. You alone are worthy of honor and glory. Thank you for the loved ones you have given me. I am grateful for our happy and special moments. Forgive me for complaining about my family, instead of finding something good to say about them or keeping quiet. I know they are not perfect and neither am I. Help me to see them the way you do, love them unconditionally, and appreciate them. In Jesus’ name - Amen.” Danyale Patterson is co-founder of Enlighten Ministries, a 501c3 organization with her husband Brandon Patterson. Contact her at www.danyale.com to get a FREE e-book on prayer, share a testimony, send a prayer request, or book her to speak.

truck and notice the little flits of envy. But the sin that worries me the most of all is the same sin that seems to have butted into the Garden of Eden: the sin of not trusting that God will provide enough. Adam and Eve fell into it. So did Cain, and Jacob, and the Israelites wandering in the desert. The flesh pots are just so enticing! It’s why every church and every group and every party seems to have a “Back to Egypt Committee!” We don’t trust God to provide enough as individuals, as communities, and yes – as churches. However, Jesus always seems to show forth God, Who likes not only to help us survive, but thrive, enjoy creation with Him, and have plenty. Jesus’ metaphors, parables, and stories always seem to involve a banquet where all are invited, and if the invited don’t show, we’ll take to the streets to compel people to come in!

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heard a friend of mine say something worth repeating: “The opposite of more isn’t less…The opposite of more is enough!” And today we should Thank God for providing enough so that we don’t have to always lust after “more.” The cure for always wanting more is thankfulness, gratitude, gratefulness. Taking time each day, looking around and counting blessings. Not just on Thursday. Every day. And we need it. Our culture, our world needs it. God needs us to live lives of thankfulness so that we can start to back away from the always wanting more…more…more. Our getting, buying, making more isn’t going to fill up the bottomless, God-sized hole in our lives. Only God can do that. And so, may we remember that God always provides. In fact, God loves us and wants us not just to survive, but to thrive!

May we remember that with every breath, with every beat of our hearts, we are experiencing God’s provision. Every time we don’t have to worry where our next meal is going to come from, we are seeing God’s abundance in action. And may we remember that we are called to do two things: 1. Share what God has given: Our time, our talents, our wealth, our food, our energy. We are called to share it for God’s glory in the same servant way that Christ Himself shared it; and 2., we are called to be grateful every day. We take a day on Thursday to be thankful, but is that enough? Not when we remember that all things are gifts from God. If we can do those things, we might just do our part to refuse the culture around us of more…more…more… and we might just fill the God-sized hole in our hearts with…God. Peace be with you and yours.

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Shady Grove Baptist Church 3240 Tryon Courthouse Road, Cherryville, NC Anthony Grove Baptist Church 100 Anthony Grove Road Crouse, NC 704-435-6001 Bess Chapel United Methodist Church 6073 Flay Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-7969 Bethlehem United Methodist Church 6753 NC 182 Highway Cherryville, NC 704-435-1608 Blessed Hope Baptist Church 3357 Fallston-Waco Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-8530 Body of Christ Fellowship Center 405 S. Cherokee Street Cherryville, NC www.bodyofchrist7.com Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Cherryville, NC Pastor Clifton Morgan Cherryville Church of God 810 East Main Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-2275 Cherryville Missionary Methodist Church 318 W. Ballard Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-6934

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God shares His goodness with us because God delights in us and wants to celebrate with us in an unending feast! Now, we could think about all these parables and stories as just metaphors for God’s kingdom, or we could realize that God, through Jesus Christ, really invites us to a banquet with Him that is eternal and that is grander and more lavish than we can even imagine! But still, we still seem to want to fill the God-sized hole in our lives with more stuff. Still, the Walmarts and Big Lots and Amazons of the world will be bursting with greed and violence mere hours after we “Give our Thanks” around a family meal as Black Friday is thought of as the “Biggest Day of the Holiday Season.” Go ahead – Google it: “What is the biggest day of the holiday season?” More, more, more. We can’t settle for less, or we’ll be left behind! But I recently

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oak Grove AME Zion Church 542 Flint Hill Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-3687 Oak Grove Baptist Church 219 Tot Dellinger Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-3053 Revival Tabernacle 1104 Delview Road Cherryville, NC 704-435-4073 Rudisill Chapel AME Zion Church 417 South Mountain Street Cherryville, NC 704-435-5621

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

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From left to right on the left side of this photo are administrators and supporters of the Gaston College and Gardner-Webb University Bulldog Bound Program. They are: Lynn Nichols, Associate Dean for Health and Human Services/Instructor, Medical Assisting, Dr. Heather Woodson, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs/Dean of Kimbrell Campus, Julie Fleming, Interim Vice President for Enrollment Management/Assistant Vice President for Undergraduate Admissions, and Tonia Broome, Dean for Arts and Sciences/Instructor, Mathematics. Left to right on the right side of the photo are: Dr. Dewey Dellinger, Vice President of Gaston College, Dr. Lisa Albright-Jurs, Dean of Career and Technical Education and Dr. William Downs, President of Gardner-Webb University.

Recording the first episode of the “Savvy Citizen”, featuring podcasters, Assistant Budget Manager Taylor Drury, who is speaking with “Savvy Citizen” co-host Janet Schafer. (photos by Todd Ward/Gaston County)

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“We continue to seek avenues to provide and improve quality opportunities for all students, and partnerships like this with Gaston College offer added value and benefit for students of both institutions,” said Gardner-Webb President Dr. William Downs. Gaston College has recently updated transfer pathways programs that ease students’ transition from the College to GWU, among other four-year institutions. Gaston College students who have earned their A.A.S. two-year degrees

For the election episode (last week), UNC Charlotte professor of political science Dr. Eric Heberlig and Gaston County Elections Director Adam Ragan shared their insights on how voters can feel confident in the voting process. While the podcast will tackle topics important to residents, it will also provide a new window into the goings on at Gaston County,

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in Accounting, Elementary Education, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Human Services, or Nursing can easily transfer to Gardner-Webb University to complete their four-year degrees. “Our strong partnership with Gardner-Webb University continues to grow,” said Dr. Dewey Dellinger, Vice President of Academic Affairs for Gaston College. “The Bulldog Way program offers our students even more excellent opportunities to continue their education at GWU. I would like to personally thank Gardner-Webb for including Gaston College in this grant.”

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Dr. Dewey Dellinger, Vice President of Gaston College and Dr. William Downs, President of Gardner-Webb University, seal the Bulldog Way partnership with a fist bump.

GASTONIA, N.C. – According to Adam Gaub, Gaston County PIO (Public Information Officer), Gaston County has launched a new podcast, dubbed “Savvy Citizen.” The podcast, co-hosted by Budget Manager Janet Schafer and Public Information Officer Adam Gaub, takes citizens behind the scenes of county government and answers some common questions while clearing up common misconceptions. “My hope is to keep residents, visitors, and staff informed on all things Gaston County, whether it’s through providing a behind-thescenes look to local government, giving a voice to our residents, or highlighting all that Gaston has to offer,” Schafer said. Two episodes are already live – the first dealing with budgeting during a pandemic and the second tackling the upcoming election.

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CHS Cross Country team has strong first outing for 2020 season Ironmen runners finish third in Tryon Park meet by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Ironmen Cross Country coach Scott Harrill said the CHS Cross Country team had their first meet of the 2020 season on Monday, Nov. 18, at Tryon Park. Said Harrill of the meet, “We had a strong showing and finished third in the meet. Thomas Jefferson (Classical Academy) finished in first place, followed by Highland Tech in second place, Cherryville in at third, and Bessemer City in fourth place. “Cherryville was only two points out of second place and I feel like they can finish strong in the next meet, which is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 2, also at Tryon Park.” Coach Harrill noted the Ironmen have one returning runner in senior Noah Abernethy, adding, “Noah has been a great leader for our

program. He has shown the way of hard training and dedication.” Harrill noted also that Thomas Jefferson runner Carson Gilliam set a blistering pace, coming in first at 16.53, on the grass course for 3.1 miles. Leading the CHS crew was Ironman Scott Stroupe, who finished ninth overall in the meet with a 21:28 time, Coach Harrill said. “Coming in right behind Scott was Ironman Jackson Owens at 21:57. Chase McNeill was right on his heels at 21:58. “Also, Ben Hayes, who has been a track star for CHS, came in at 22:21, and Noah Abernethy had a time of 23:20, in the first race of the season.” Harrill said the Ironmen will be off for the Thanksgiving holiday, and then be back in action, as was mentioned earlier, on Wednesday, Dec. 2, at Tryon Park. At that time they will compete against Bessemer City, Highland Tech, and Piedmont Charter.

The CHS Cross Country team for 2020-2021 is comprised of runners (left to right): Ben Hayes, Noah Abernethy, Chase McNeill, Scott Stroupe, and Jackson Owens. They are coached by Scott Harrill. (photos provided)

CHS Cross Country runner Jackson Owens in action at the Nov. 18, meet at Tryon Park.

Ironman Scott Stroupe, who finished ninth overall in the meet last Wednesday, with a 21:28 time.

Cherryville Cross-Country Schedule 2020-2021 Ironmen runners Ben Hayes and Noah Abernethy coming in at the Wednesday, Nov. 18, track meet at Tryon Park.

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BUSINESS CARDS FOR SALE. 1,000 Black & White, $35.00 plus tax. Buy Local! Call 828-248-1408.

MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERVICE. Green Oak, $65. Cut, split and delivered. 828395-0758.

DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Jimmy, 828289-1175 or 828-247-1070.

WANT TO BUY. Pop-up campers. Call 828-429-3935.

16X40 STORAGE BUILDING, WORK SHOP, ETC. Built on site, one day install. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828245-5895.

HANDYMAN SERVICES. Offering: yard work, mulching, trees and bushes trimmed. Clean ﬂower beds, pressure washing, minor repairs. Decks stained & restored. Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available, over 25 years experience. Call us ﬁrst, 704-6924449.

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USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. 828-286-8674.

WALLINGS HOME IMPROVEMENTS. We do it all. General repairs, pressure washing, interior/exterior painting. 40+ yrs experience. Have references. Call (828) 201-5788

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Fall Tune-up Special, $59.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

DEER CORN, 60 POUND BAG. $7.00. Callahan Farms. 704-300-5341, Steve 704-4728865, Cletus, 704-300-5341, Todd (704) 692-1627

MOBILITY CHAIR, $795. G Tech Compass Sport, 9 mos old.18” wide seat, 250 lb capacity, 2 Month warranty, Delivered with instruction. Call Scooterman John 704-9514224, mobilityservices07@ gmail.com TWO CEMETERY PLOTS Two burial plots in Section II of Rose Hill Memorial Park, Graves 1 and 2, Lots 256. $1800 for both. Call 704482-2647 or 704-477-7625, if no answer leave your named number. INVENTORY REDUCTION. Carolina Dual Coal & Wood Stove. Regular-$1244.99. Now-$799.99 at Shelby Hardware. AGRI-FAB LEAF VAC & LIMB GRINDER, pull behind lawnmower. Tecumseh formula 8HP. $700. (704) 4609762 WHEEL HORSE MOWER. Unused galvanized tin; new wheel and tire; men’s and ladies’ Rolex watches. 601-7400837, Chesnee, SC.

DECK NEED A FACE LIFT? I have built or repaired hundreds. We ﬁx most anything made of wood. Room Enclosures. Rutherford/Cleveland County areas. Bob, 828-4766058. SURVEY: shelbyforchrist. com/survey, $100 Reward To One Participant Each Month. shelbyforchrist@ gmail.com

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RICH BROWN LEATHER SOFA, $399. Bernhardt, purchased in 2017 for our nonsmoking Shelby living room. Also for sale: dark blue Lazy-Boy Rocker-Recliner $129. (703) 955-2118 MARILYN MONROE CALENDARS, 9 of different years, $10 each. Also, hardback book with many pictures, $25. 828-289-5031. HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 4876855 (9) DOORS, $100 FOR ALL. 1985 Honda Elite Motor Scooter, seats 2, new tires, runs like new, 2032 miles, $950 cash. 828-289-5031.

SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 5321587

YARD SALES RUTHERFORD COUNTY CARPET BARN CLOSING SALE. All ﬂooring needs! (5) family indoor yard sale Monday-Saturday, 8am-4pm. 106 Pinehurst Rd, Ellenboro, NC 28040 PICKERS PARADISE, ANTIQUE DEALERS WELCOME, COLLECTORS WELCOME. Appointment only so call 828-429-2851. Cast iron, Lionel train engine collection, BB guns, quilts, carnival glass, Coca Cola crates, mantle & wall hung clocks. Over a thousand items for sale.

FOR SALE HVAC PEMP STAR 2.5 TON unit. Includes outdoor unit, air handler, concrete pad, copper line. 100% working condition. $500. (704) 466-5477 DEER APPLES FOR SALE. $9 per bag. 828-287-3272.

18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,095. 704-482-3166. PROPANE GRILL TANKS RE-FILLED. Only $10.99. Call 828-287-3272. HIGH QUALITY BANNERS FOR SALE. We offer many sizes and options. Call for more info and price. 704-6924449. WE STOCK METAL FOR ALL your rooﬁng or repair needs. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City. 828-245-5895. DEER CORN, SHELLED, 50LBS, $7. Cob Corn, $8. 828-287-3272. FLAG POLES AND FLAGS IN STOCK. 15ft., 20ft., and 25ft. Delivery and install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895. CARPORTS, GARAGES, RV COVERS, FREE STANDING LEAN TO’S. Areas largest on site display. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895. WE HAVE TRAILERS IN STOCK! GOOSENECKS, NEW AND USED, 7 TON AND 10 TON. ENCLOSED 4x6, 5x8, 5x10, 6x10, 6x12, 7x14, (7x14 7k), 8.5x20 (10k AUTO CARRIER), DUMP TRAILERS. ALL SIZES OF UTILITY TRAILERS, 2020 & 2021 WITH MORE ON WAY! J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828245-5895. PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788 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 “COVETED VETERANS CIRCLE” In Gaston Memorial Park. Three Burial Plots For Sale. Will Sell Together or Individually. (919) 272-5503 RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS AND GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704-476-9383.

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

JAZZY MOBILITY CHAIR, $775. Jazzy that has less than 100 hours use, indoors. Comes delivered, charger, 2 month warranty. Call Scooterman John 704-951-4224, mobilityservices07@gmail.com TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW! ALL KINDS. Areas LARGEST on site display for trailers. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., 2690 US Hwy. 221 S., Forest City. 828245-5895. WE BUY TRAILERS. Must have title and ID. 828-2455895. USED FURNITURE FOR SALE. (2) Huntington chairs, (2) dressers w/mirrors, (2) recliners, rocking chair, coffee table, hall closet, sofa, bed, chest-of-drawers. 828-4474369, 828-305-4088. TWO CRYPTS FOR SALE. Inside the mausoleum at the Rose Hill Memorial Park in Fallston, NC. 704-538-7883. FRED’S FIREWOOD!! Seasoned cut, split hardwood. Will deliver 10 mile radius of Forest City. 828202-1000. 1992 FORD F-150 XLT w/high mileage, good work truck, reduced price, $1,990. Two recliners, reduced price, $65 each. Oak & Pine Firewood, $200. 828-289-1817.

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WANT TO BUY CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton collector, (704) 695-4917 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 CASH FOR YOUR CAR running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704692-6767, (704) 487-0228 WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 6921006 I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-472-0006. LOOKING FOR OLD FIRE ARMS. Prefer 22’s. (704) 600-8560 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. 828-245-6756.

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1998 27’ FLEETWOOD Tracker Trailstar. On Ford E-450 Super Duty, w/36,330 miles. Great deal at $7,995. Never be homeless! 828-4530828. 5 FOOT HOWSE PLOW. This is a 6 year old plow never used. New condition. Original price $1000. Sell price, $750. 828447-7331.

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PASTURE FOR RENT. Barn with (3) 12x12 stalls & large feed room, 8 acres, water & plenty of grass. Limit 3 horses. $275 month. (704) 739-3165 GALVANIZED PANEL GATES. (2) 14 ft. $70 each. (704) 4199145 NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-287-3272.

PETS & LIVESTOCK MIN PIN PUPPIES. Parents registered, puppies can be. Born July 4th, 2020. First shots & wormed, $450 each. 828289-3905 FREE KITTENS. All female. 4 months old. Free to a good home. 828-201-3861 Camelapatty@gmail.com EASTER EGGER HENS AND GOLDEN COMET RIR CROSS hens for sale. Call for details & price. Shelby (509) 432-4914 WORKING HEELER/LAB PUPPIES. Male & female, wormed, groomed & 1st shots. $150 each. Can text pictures. (828) 391-0919 DOG KENNELS, FROM $189.99 IN STOCK. 7x7, 5x10, 10x10, 10x20, 10x10 split, 20x20 split. Tops, Delivery and Install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828-245-5895. GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES for sale. 10 weeks old, no papers, shots current, $350. Parents on site with papers. (704) 482-7274 RACING HOMING PIGEONS. Gaston Cleveland Racing Pigeon Club. A fun hobby for the whole family. Call Art, 803984-6678. artsager@msn.com

CARS & TRUCKS 1980 FORD F100 PICKUP. Long bed with ladder rack. Needs some work. Can send pictures by phone. $1200. Call (704) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

2015 KAWASAKI KX250 Excellent Condition. Only 19 Hours Running Time. Several Add Ons. $3500. Call 704487-7838 For More Details.

VACATIONS OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-718-2659, (803) 6359831

REAL ESTATE CLEVELAND COUNTY I WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call 704-472-0006. RUTHERFORD COUNTY TWO RESTRICTED MOUNTAIN VIEW LOTS in gated community, near Lake Lure. Owner ﬁnancing available, 0% ﬁnancing for a limited time. Also, 78 Acre Riverfront Horse Farm, 5 miles from TIEC. 864-909-1035, www. rowelland.com

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH. Appliances, central heat/air. $650 month, $650 deposit. HAP ok. 704-487-8282, 704-6920091. 314 Grice St. Shelby, NC 28150 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH MOBILE HOME. $500 Deposit, $540 Month. “No Pets!” Call or Text (704) 300-3647.

2001 DODGE DAKOTA SLT Package. Extended Cab, 318 V-8, Auto, New Paint, 2WD, New Tires, Bedliner, Tool Box, Non Smoker, Looks Brand New! 100,800 miles. Asking $7000_ MAKE OFFER! (704) 418-3071 2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 $4,500. 2002 PT Cruiser, new radiator, new timing belt & gears, heads changed, new power steering pump, 4 new tires. Ready to drive, $1,700. Call 704-284-8212. 1995 NISSAN 4X4 TRUCK extended cab, $4,500. 2006 Ford Mustang, V6, auto., loaded, 85,700 miles, $6,500. (704) 4665672 2012 MAZDA3 Black Sedan. 6 speed manual, immaculate condition, 98,500 miles, $7900. 704473-1800. 1997 FORD ECONOLINE COMMERCIAL CUTAWAY E-350 WORK TRUCK. High back, 7.3 Diesel, 118k miles, auto, Reading work body with ladder rack, one owner, new tires, $15,000. 828-245-9620, 828-223-1564.

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2011 JAYCO JAY FLIGHT 24FBS travel trailer, weighs 5,200 pounds and is in excellent condition. Features and options include: super slide, sleeper sofa, booth dinette, full kitchen, private bathroom with shower, separate master bedroom and more, Sleeping capacity 4-6. Asking price $11,500. Call 704-473-6631

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 4876354 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH. Wood ﬂoors, carpet & outbuilding, central air, gas pack heat. No pets. $750 month, $400 deposit. Contact Tommy Wilson with Clay & Associates, Real Estate. 111 Morton Street, Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 4181251 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH. Appliances, central heat/air. $650 month, $650 deposit. HAP ok. 704-487-8282, 704-6920091. 314 Grice St. Shelby, NC 28150 LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 4827723 MOBILE HOME FOR RENT. A one-bedroom mobile home for rent near Casar for one person only. No pets. A background check will be required. Call 704-284-0983 or 704692-0960 after 6:00 p.m. or anytime on weekends.

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The Cherryville Eagle

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Volleyball Lady Ironmen fall to Avery County in season opener by MICHAEL E. POWELLL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Coach Leigh Kiser said in the first regular season match since the COVID-19 shutdown of NC high school sports, her Lady Ironmen lost 3-1 to the visiting Lady Vikings of Avery County in a non-conference match. The Lady Ironmen, who played host to the Avery County JV’s and varsity squads in Nixon Gym, came out swinging in what Coach Kiser called, “a hard-fought contest.” Kiser noted her ladies fell to the Lady Vikings by scores of 25-18 (CHS), 27-25 (ACHS), 25-23 (ACHS), and 25-17 (ACHS). Coach Kiser reiterated that her team fought hard, adding she was proud of the effort by her team. Said Kiser, “We fell behind in Game’s 2 and 3 and put ourselves in a position to win. It was great just to get to see our student athletes competing again.”

Coach Kiser noted her leaders for the ladies were sophomore setter, Rileigh Kiser, with five (5) aces, 31 assists, and 11 defensive digs. She was followed by junior Jamarra Wall, who led the offense with 11 kills, and libero Megan Smith, a senior, who chipped in 11 digs as well. Kiser said she had a total team effort from the ladies, adding she was excited for their next match on Thursday, Nov. 19, which was their first SPC 1A match against rival Bessemer City’s Lady Yellow Jackets. Kiser said in JV action, the Avery JV Lady Vikings took the win 2-0 by scores of 25-5 and 25-15. “Taylor Digh had a nice game for our JV Lady Ironmen with two (2) serve aces, three (3) assists, and four (4) digs,” said Kiser. The overall record for both Lady Ironmen volleyball teams is 0-1, overall. (Additional information and stats by Brian Kiser)

Lady Ironmen volleyball junior middle hitter Addie Eaker tries to get the kill against the Avery County Lady Vikings at last Tuesday’s season opener at Nixon Gym. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

CHS junior Jamarra Wall, one of Coach Leigh Kiser’s varsity team outside hitters, serves the ball in last week’s non-conference match against Avery County.

Right side hitter, Skye Reed, a junior, prepares to serve the ball to the Lady Vikings of Avery County at last Tuesday’s, Nov. 17, game.

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Libero Megan Smith returns the ball back to the opposing side in the Nov. 17, non-conference game against Avery County. See more volleyball photos and info on page 10.

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The Cherryville Eagle

Wednesday,

November 25, 2020

CHS sophomore volleyball player Rileigh Kiser serves to the Lady Vikings in last Tuesday’s game at Nixon Gym. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

Biscuits from First Baptist Church – Cherryville On Sunday, Nov. 29, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., First Baptist Church, located at 301 East First St., Cherryville, will have a drive-through in front of the church giving away

FREE biscuits, gifts and water. We are planning on giving away over 400 biscuits that morning as a gift to our community. We hope to see you there!

County receives more funds for travel and tourism $10,000 grant from the EDPNC Tourism Recovery Committee comes through

Shady Grove Baptist Church news Shady Grove Baptist Church’s current services are as follows: Sunday mornings – 8:45a.m., Worship Service; 10 a.m., Sunday School; and 11 a.m., Worship Service. Both Worship Services are being held in the Family Life Center. The church is practicing social distancing,

following CDC Guidelines, and sanitizing between services. The 11 a.m., service is also live-streamed through Facebook and the church’s website. Shady Grove Baptist Church is located at 3240 Tryon Courthouse Rd., Cherryville. For more information, please call (704) 435-9605.

Gaston County Travel and Tourism announced on Tuesday, Oct. 6, that it has received additional funds to help boost tourism. The county was awarded a $10,000 grant from the EDPNC Tourism Recovery Committee through Visit NC. “With this NC Tourism Promotion Grant, we’ll ramp up our seasonal messaging to bolster visitation to Christmas Town USA, and other Gaston County holiday-related attractions, through a digital partnership with

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Conversant,” said Michael Applegate, director of Travel and Tourism. “The award goes a long way in helping our industry recover some of the losses suffered during the pandemic.” The North Carolina Travel Industry Association (NCTIA) and the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) make up the committee and

plan to meet to determine if Gaston County is eligible for more funding once the initial grant applications have been received. In September, the department received $100,000 to promote Gaston County’s tourism industry, as part of the Marketing Co-Op Credit Program. This program aids governmental entities that

are authorized to collect an occupancy tax in the state through their Tourism Development Authority (TDA) organizations or destination marketing organizations (DMOs). The additional funding from the Tourism Recovery Committee was provided by the federal CARES Act. It will be used in accordance with its guidelines.

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How to Claim Social Security Benefits During the Pandemic Dear Savvy Senior, With my local Social Security offices being closed due to COVID-19, what is the best way to apply for my Social Security retirement benefits? Approaching 62 Dear Approaching, Because of the pandemic, all Social Security field offices across the country have been closed since March, so you can’t just walk-in, talk to a counselor and apply for benefits in person right now. But there are other ways to claim your benefits that are much easier and quicker. Here’s what you should know. How to Apply? The easiest and most convenient way to apply for your Social Security benefits during the pandemic is to do it yourself online at SocialSecurity.gov. It usually takes around 15 minutes to complete the application, as long as you’ve gathered all of the required information and documentation (more on that at the bottom of the column). You can also save your application as you go, so you can take a break at any time.

If your situation is complicated or you’re uncomfortable using the Internet to apply, you can have a Social Security employee assist with the process via telephone. To make an appointment call 800-772-1213. (If you’re hearing impaired, you can call 800-325-0778.) The phones are monitored Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the time of your appointment, the representative will call you. If you start to complete the online application form but find that it’s too confusing or complicated, call the agency and set up a phone appointment. Once you have submitted your application, a representative may contact you with updates or questions about your application. You can also check the status of your application by signing in to your “my Social Security” account at SSA.gov/myaccount. When to Apply? You should file one or two months before you want benefits to begin, but if you’re the worrying type, you

can do it up to three or four months before. It takes a little time to process the paperwork, so by putting in your application a few months early, you can fix any problems that come up without it interfering with your starting date. It’s also worth noting that if you start receiving your Social Security retirement benefits before age 65, you will automatically be enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B, and you’ll receive your Medicare card about three months before your 65th birthday. It will include instructions to return it if you have work coverage that qualifies you for late enrollment.

ing, have the following information handy: • Your Social Security number. • Your birth certificate (original or certified). • Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful alien status if you were not born in the United States. • A copy of your U.S. military service papers if you had military service before 1968. • A copy of your W-2 forms and/or self-employment tax return for last year. • Your bank information (including your account number and the bank routing number) where you want your benefits direct deposited to.

But if you decide to delay your retirement beneﬁts, you’ll need to sign up just for Medicare at age 65, which you can also do at SocialSecurity.gov or over the phone at 800-772-1213.

For a complete checklist of what you’ll need to complete your application, see SSA.gov/hlp/isba/10/isba-checklist.pdf.

Need Information In order to apply for Social Security beneﬁts online or over the phone, you’ll need to be able to document some information about your identity and work history. So before apply-

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.