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Board of Education elects chairman and vice chairman Cherryville City Council members listen to Centralina Council of Government’s Michelle Nance during a Zoom meeting at last Monday night’s, Dec. 14 regular session, held at the Cherryville Fire Department’s meeting room. (photo by MEP/The Eagle)

City Council meeting update Centralina will help Cherryville as Chapter 160D statute had become cumbersome over time by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Monday night’s, Dec. 14, City Council meeting saw a couple of long-time City employees receive recognition, a Zoom presentation by Centralina Council of Government’s Michelle Nance, and more information on the city’s bond results and a timeline, among other items. In the Zoom meeting with Ms. Nance, she spoke

about the updates to Chapter 160D which, according to Nance (and the UNC School of Government’s web site), “…places these statutes into a more logical, coherent organization. “While the new law does not make major policy changes or shifts in the scope of authority granted to local governments,” continued the web site info, “it does provide many clarifying amendments and consensus reforms that will need to be incorporated into local development regulations.” Nance said the Chapter 160D is effective now but told Council that cities and local governments have until July 2021 to conform See CITY COUNCIL, Page 2

According to the Gaston School’s web site, the Gaston County Board of Education conducted its organizational meeting on Monday, Dec. 7, to select a chairman and vice chairman to serve for the next two years. As per the information on the web site, at-large member Jeff Ramsey was elected by the Board to serve as chairman, and atlarge member Dot Cherry was elected to serve as vice chairman.

The organizational meeting took place following the induction ceremony for elected officials. During the 9 a.m., induction ceremony at the Gaston County Schools Central Office, Dot Guthrie, Cherryville’s Robbie Lovelace, Brent Moore, and Jeff Ramsey were sworn in to serve on the Board of Education. The Honorable David A. Phillips, superior court judge, presided and administered the oath of office. Guthrie, Moore, and

Ramsey were reelected to the Board during the Nov. 3, general election. Lovelace was elected to the Board for the first time. They will serve four-year terms. The first regular meeting for the newly-organized Board of Education is scheduled for Monday, Dec. 21, at 5:30 p.m., at the Gaston County Schools Central Office. The meeting will air live on Spectrum Channel 21 and the Gaston County Board of Education YouTube channel.

The members of the 2020 Gaston County Board of Education are officially as follows: Jeff Ramsey, At-Large Member, Chairman; Dot Cherry, At-Large Member, Vice Chairman; Kevin Collier, Riverbend Township; Justin Davis, South Point Township; Lee Dedmon, Gastonia Township; Dot Guthrie, Gastonia Township; Steve Hall, Dallas Township; Robbie Lovelace, Cherryville Township; and Brent Moore, Crowders Mountain Township.

The new 2020 GCS’ board is sworn in at their Dec. 7, meeting. Cherryville’s Robbie Lovelace (second from right) will represent Cherryville Township on the Board. It is her first time on the Board. (photo by Gaston County Schools)

2020 CFD awards banquet was a little different this year Ceremony was virtual due to COVID-19 restrictions by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

Rev.’s Roberto and Pily Alfaro, co-pastors of the Israel Casa Integral Church in Cherryville. (photo by Camilo Alfaro)

Large menorah built outside Latino church They wanted to honor the very celebration Jesus Himself celebrated in Jerusalem by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info

The congregation and ministers have chosen to remember the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah, which ended Dec.

18, in their own very special way. And what better way to do that than to build a very large, almost first-century-sized example outside their small church off Delview Road. Pastors Roberto and Pily Alfaro and their sons worked on it, and by oldest son, Camilo’s own admission, this isn’t the first time, nor the second (or third, or fourth, or, well, you get the picture) time the devout, Bible-believing family has done this. Said Camilo recently, See MENORAH, Page 8

This year’s Cherryville Fire Department Christmas Banquet and Awards ceremony looked quite a bit different from past years, noted Chief Jeff Cash. “Unfortunately, this year’s Cherryville Fire Department Annual Christmas Banquet and Awards Ceremony was held this past Saturday (Dec. 12) at the fire station due to the COVID virus,” he said. Chief Cash said the ceremony was held virtually but for those who wish to view it, it can be found on their Facebook site. A total of 10 awards, service pins, and scholarships were handed out that afternoon, which was also the same day the CFD staff gave away more of the face masks they had received back in August. Chief Cash said, “We honored some of our finest folks and awarded two scholarships.” He noted that special thanks go out to their various sponsors, adding, “It is

All 2020 CFD awards recipients present at the Dec. 12 ceremony pose for a group picture. They are (left to right): Pete Craft, D/E Barry Heavner, Capt. Nathan Bowman, Tony Jones, Lindsey Lingerfelt, Tyler Heavner, AFC Jason Wofford, Trent Rayfield, and Capt. Chris “Pudge” Cash. (Absent when photo was made was Adam Gunter.) (photo by Jhoan Alfaro) great recognizing special loyal and dedicated folks ryville Fire Dept.’s Ladies Auxiliary. folks which were chosen by serving our community!” Cherryville Chamber The following awards, their peers to be set apart! All award winners help us service pins, and scholar- of Commerce’s Pete Craft provide, ‘…exceptional ships were given at the 2020 was the recipient of the service by safeguarding our ceremony: Service Pins – Chief’s Citizen Advocate community through excep- Adam Gunter, 15 years of of the Year, while the CFD service; Barry Heavner, 30 nominee for Gaston County tional service’”! Also, Chief Cash said years of service; and Chris Firefighter’s Association special thanks goes out as “Pudge” Cash, 35 years of Firefighter of the Year was Trent Rayfield. The award well to their Cherryville service. Ms. Lindsey Lingerfelt is given in memory of J. Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary; as well as Jhoan and Capt. Nathan Bowman Ralph Beam, Jr., and is Alfaro who filmed the cer- were the recipients of the sponsored by the Beam and 2020 Roy Carpenter Me- Davis Family. emony. This year’s “Top Gun” Said Cash, “We are so morial Scholarship, which very blessed to have such is sponsored by the CherSee CFD, Page 3

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■ OBITUARIES

The principals of the recently completed merger: Myra McGinnis, president of Hospice Cleveland County; and Peter Brunnick, president and CEO of Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region (Editor’s note: Due to the pandemic regulations wearing face coverings was required). (photo provided)

RONNIE ADAMS Cherryville - Mr. Ronnie Steve Adams, 78, passed away on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at Atrium Health - Lincoln. Ronnie was born on February 6, 1942 in Gaston County, NC a son of the late Lee Landy Adams and Ethel Hallman Adams. He retired as a dockworker from Carolina Freight Carriers Corporation and also worked for the City of Cherryville in the Parks and Recreation department. Ronnie served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters. Survivors include a son, Jeff Adams of Lincolnton; two daughters, Kim Conley and husband Rodney of Boiling Springs and Ashley King (Chris) of High Point; three sisters, Frankie Mace of Maiden; Nancy Hillard of Salisbury and Debbie Houk of Lincolnton; five grandchildren, Caleb Adams (Tiffany), Jessica Adams, Austin Conley, Hannah Conley and Hurley Rich; a special friend and companion, Joette Ford; a bonus son, James Ford and a bonus grandson Sam Ford all of Cherryville. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. A guest register is available at www.stameycherryvillefuneralhome.com Stamey-Cherryville Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family of Mr. Adams.

Hospices merge Hospice Cleveland County and Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region announced today they have joined forces to form a single organization with even greater capacity to provide comprehensive and compassionate care for patients across 23 counties in North Carolina and South Carolina. Under an agreement signed by the organizations, Hospice Cleveland County will operate as a separate but affiliated subsidiary with the same name, staff and high-quality care it is known for, and Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region will continue its growth as the state’s largest nonprofit hospice provider. The merger also calls for creation of an independent philanthropic foundation in Cleveland County that will support local nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and governmental agencies. “This is great news for Cleveland County and the Charlotte region as we combine two community-based, nonprofit hospice providers committed to delivering the best possible care for patients – regardless of their ability to pay or the complexity of their illnesses,” said Myra McGinnis, who will continue as president of Hospice Cleveland County. “Unlike the for-profit providers that are increasingly entering this region, our organizations have been here for decades, so we know our communities, our patients and our healthcare providers – and we put their interests first.” Peter Brunnick, president and CEO of Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region, will lead the combined organization, serving a daily census of approximately 2,600 patients in the Carolinas. No immediate changes are planned as both organizations will continue to provide the same services and staffing across the combined

service area. “We are gaining a highly regarded partner in Hospice Cleveland County and continuing to broaden our presence across the Piedmont,” said Brunnick, who grew up in Shelby after his family relocated here in 1958. “This merger not only will mean increased leverage and buying power, but more importantly, our increasing size and community connections will give us tremendous flexibility in responding to our patients’ needs.” With constant evolution in healthcare policy, reimbursement and delivery, Brunnick said the combined resources of the two hospice providers will help the organization stay ahead of change, remain competitive and enhance the quality of care. The two organizations have collaborated frequently over the years, and both achieve superior rankings on the federal government’s Hospice Compare quality measures of hospice providers nationally. Over 35 years, Hospice Cleveland County has served thousands of patients and their families in Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties, and now operates two hospice houses. Hospice & Palliative Care Charlotte Region is the state’s first hospice, founded 42 years ago, and provides a range of services in the Carolinas, including four hospice houses. Hospice delivers care and support for patients with terminal illnesses, with a focus on relieving patients' pain and other symptoms, attending to their emotional and spiritual needs, and providing support for their families and caregivers. For information, please visit www.hpccr.org or www. hospicecares.cc.

INCIDENTS 12-7: Cherryville woman reports motor vehicle theft ($5,954.75/2012 Ford Focus) by unknown suspect(s) who stole her car. Case closed by other means. 12-7: On Dec. 5, a Lincolnton telecommunications company reported a call for service (CFS) that a couple of items were stolen from their truck by unknown person(s) while at Cherryville address. Stolen were: Apple 5 Gen iPad ($1,000), and a Viavi meter ($5,000). Case is active and under further investigation. 12-10: CPD officer reports possession of methamphetamine; possession of a Schedule II controlled substance; and possession of a Schedule III controlled substance by listed suspect. Seized: 0.50 grams/methamphetamines; 14 dosage units/Oxycodone; and

Cherryville City Clerk Paige H. Green receives her award from Mayor H.L. Beam, III at last Monday night’s regular Council session. Mrs. Green’s award is the 2020 Municipal Clerks Honor Roll award and was hosted by General Code, which is a member of the International Code Council (ICC) Family of Companies. According to a media release from Genral Code, they are “…a recognized leader in the creation of custom digital solutions that clearly present municipal, building and zoning code information so communities can more effectively support development opportunities.”

A trio of posters at Council’s Dec. 14, regular session showcasing the Downtown and Main Street proposed improvements.

■ POLICE ARRESTS 12-10: Ray Steven Barker, 36, 602 Castlewood Dr., Gastonia; one felony count possession of methamphetamine; and two counts misdemeanor possession of Schedule II and Schedule III controlled substances. $5,000 secured bond. 12-14: John Charles Burch, 28, 209 S. Elm St., Cherryville; one count misdemeanor DWLR. $2,000 secured bond. 12-15: Amy Marie Clayton, 32, 5408 Dellinger Cir., Cherryville, was arrested at 360 Best Western Ct., Gastonia, by Gastonia PD officers for one count of a drug/narcotic violation.

City Attorney Palmer Huffstetler, Jr., with his certificate congratulating him on 30 years of service to the City of Cherryville. Mayor H.L. Beam, III, presented the certificate to Mr. Huffstetler. (photos by MEP/The Eagle)

18 dosage units/Buprenorphine HCl. Closed/cleared by arrest. 12-10: Cherryville couple report credit card/ATM fraud by listed suspect who obtained debit card information and obtained currency ($770). Case is active and under further investigation. 12-10: GCPD officers report new investigation into non-forced entry residential burglary and trespassing incidents at 558 Doc Wehunt Rd., Cherryville. 12-12: Cherryville business reports obtaining property by false pretenses and larceny ($133.72/U.S. currency/toys/medicine/misc. items) by listed suspect who committed said fraud and larceny at their store. Case is active and under further investigation. 12-12: GCPD officers report further investigation into a motor vehicle theft at 103 Allen Ln., Cherryville. 12-12: GCPD officers report further investigation into a larceny/other incident at 304 Hephzibah Church Rd., Crouse. 12-14: CPD officer reports driving while OL revoked (DWLR) by listed suspect. Closed/cleared by arrest. WRECKS 12-7: A vehicle driven by Scott Wade Berry, 49, 3533 Tryon Courthouse Rd., Cherryville, struck a vehicle driven by Jessie McClain Wilson, 50, 5043 Ashley Place Rd., Bessemer City, which was stopped at a traffic signal at Mountain St., and W. First Street. There

was minor damage to the Wilson vehicle’s rear muffler. No injuries reported. Est. damage to the Berry vehicle: N/A; to the Wilson vehicle: $50. 12-7: A vehicle driven by Beverly Neal Lovelace, 63, 502 Old Fallston Rd., Cherryville, was traveling north on N. Mountain St., and a vehicle driven by Noah Richard Abernethy, 17, 1202 Westgate Dr., Cherryville, was traveling west on E. First St., when Mr. Abernethy’s vehicle was struck by the Lovelace vehicle, which entered the intersection while its direction of travel had a steady red light. No injuries reported. Est. damages to each vehicle: $5,000/ vehicle. Both vehicles were towed to McDaniel’s Towing by McDaniel’s Towing. 12-13: An unidentified driver hit a vehicle owned by Taylor Atkinson Reeves, 112 Wright Cir., Cherryville, which was parked at Food Lion. The driver of the hit and run vehicle got into their car, began backing out of their parking stall, first striking a parked vehicle in the rear. It then pulled straight ahead and struck the Reeves vehicle in the front. Food Lion has video footage of the unidentified driver exiting the vehicle to access the damage before pulling off and leaving the scene of the accident. The parked vehicle also left prior to the responding officer’s arrival thus she had no information on the parked vehicle. No injuries reported. Est. damages to the Reeves vehicle: $1,000.

CITY COUNCIL From Page 1 their ordinances to this law. She noted Centralina will help Cherryville do this as the statute had become cumbersome over time and changes had to be made. Another facet of the statute that needed to looked at and changes made had to do with land use plans, specifically that every community in the state has to have a land use plan for zoning by July 2022. Nance said the timetable for comments on the changes will be February to march 2021 with the adjustment process in April and May 2021, and everything wrapping up by June 2021. Mayor H.L. Beam, III then moved onto the special recognitions section of the meeting. He first recognized City Attorney Palmer Huffstetler, Jr., for his 30 years of service to the City. Mr. Huffstetler received his certificate from the Mayor. Later, when asked, he said of the honor, “I am very thankful for the opportunity to have served the City of Cherryville for 30 years as City Attorney. “I was 28 years old when I was appointed, and the City and I have developed together over the past three decades. I look forward to continuing to work closely with our excellent City Council and staff in the coming years.” The Council next recognized City Clerk Paige H.

Green for her receiving the 2020 Municipal Clerks Honor Roll award. The award is hosted by General Code and, in the award, it is noted Mrs. Green has earned a place on the Honor Roll, and in addition to the pin also given her, received a certificate which states, “In appreciation of outstanding and dedicated service as City Clerk of the City of Cherryville,” the certificate of recognition was awarded to her. Mrs. Green said, “I feel it is an honor to be Cherryville’s City Clerk and on the Clerks Honor Roll. I have had the privilege of working with our citizens for almost 26 years and making a difference for them. Not many people can say that they love what they do, but I am blessed beyond words.” Of the two long-time employees, City Manager Cash said, “Both of these individuals do great work for the City of Cherryville and have for many years! They are both truly an asset to the City and to the community. They are great members of our leadership team. Both are very professional employees! Always willing to serve!” The Council heard the list of 2021 Council appointees read by Mayor Beam, and the approved all of them, with no changes, deletions or additions being made. Also, Council members voted on and approved a resolution certifying the bond results that were on the Nov. 3, ballot and voted on and

approved a resolution on the bonds timeline as projected by City Manager Jeff Cash. Mr. Cash noted the bond information was put together by City staff, along with the firm, McGill and Associates, with the City will work once things get underway some time in the summer of 2021. “This is a tentative timeline and appears to be the roadmap by which we hope to start work around the first of June 2021. We should get the actual plans by the third week of January 2021,” said Mr. Cash. Council heard from City Clerk Paige Green about proposed fees for the Cherryville Memorial Cemetery, which will become effective Jan, 1, 2021. While most fee increases will be minimal; no more than $5 or $10 for grave openings and closings and such, Mrs. Green noted the biggest increase comes with funerals scheduled to begin after 4 p.m. The additional charge for such, she noted, increased from $350 to $500, an increase of $150. The Council voted on and approved the rate increases. In other news, Police Chief Cam Jenks told Council that he and some of his officers helped out their Mt. Holly counterparts during the recent loss of Patrolman Tyler Herndon, the Kings Mountain officer killed last week in the line of duty. They also helped out at the funeral as well, he said.

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Cherryville Chamber of Commerce Board Chairman Pete Craft, wife Haley, and son, John Weslee, at the CFD station house after his being awarded the Chief’s Citizen Advocate of the Year Award. (photos by Jhoan Alfaro)

Lindsey Lingerfelt, one of two recipients of the 2020 Roy Carpenter Memorial Scholarship, with Chief and Mrs. Jeff Cash. Mrs. Cynthia Cash presented the award to Ms. Lingerfelt. The other scholarship recipient was Capt. Nathan Bowman, who also was presented his award by Mrs. Cash, of the CFD Ladies Auxiliary.

Cherryville New Year’s Traditional Shooter’s Inc. sign-ups New Year’s Shooters

CFD Chief Jeff Cash welcomes everyone to the virtual awards ceremony, held Saturday, Dec. 12, at the fire station.

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. 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.

December meetings The Traditional New Year Shooters will meet each Tuesday in December. They met on Dec. 1, with the remaining dates as follows: Dec. 23, and 30. The meetings are held at 7 p.m., in the bay at Hugh’s Pond Fire Dept. The group’s

officers ask that each member select one meeting only to attend when they are prepared to pay dues and purchase any powder and caps they may need. Masks will be required while on the Fire Department’s property and social distancing will be enforced.

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Chief Jeff Cash and AFC Jason Wofford. Wofford holds his CFD Officer of the Year award.

CFD From Page 1 award went to Tony Jones. This award, noted Chief Cash, is given in memory of William B. Beam and Helen Q. Beam, and is sponsored by the Cash Family. The CFD Officer of the Year award was pre-

sented to Assistant Chief Jason Wofford. The award is sponsored by the Beam/ Davis Family. And last, but certainly not least, the CFD Firefighter of the Year award, which is given in memory of Muriel M. Cash, Sr., and is sponsored by the Cash Family, was given to Tyler Heavner.

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Grover couple and family, craft unique wood art pieces by hand For past two decades, Overmountain Woodworks artisans turn ideas into beautiful creations by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info If you’re looking for that truly unique piece of Americana as your next Christmas gift, or just a gift in general, then look no further than the Greene’s in Grover, NC. Chuck and Brandy A. Greene, co-owners and operators of Overmountain Woodworks and Milling, along with daughters Erika and Erin, turn out some pretty impressive art with American, patriotic, and holiday themes. They are well known in the area for their American flags pieces that seem to wave as if blowing in a steady wind. Said Chuck, “We started making small wood

projects and crafts approximately 20 years ago as gifts for friends and family.” Brandy added, “From there, other people would see the projects we made, and ask us if we could make some for them.” The Greene’s both grew up and attended school in Kings Mountain, they said, then bought a house in Grover when they got married. They have two daughters, Erika, 23, and Erin, 16, noted Brandy, who both enjoy working in the shop with their parents. When asked where they get their inspiration, Brandy laughingly replied, “Our main inspiration is You Tube. I love You Tube!” Chuck added, “Nature, for one thing. And, Doug Linker on You Tube. Also, (woodworker) Kyle Hall on You Tube, and Eric Caron, also on You Tube. These all offer great tutorials.” The Greene’s said they are currently finishing up chainsaw-carved

Christmas trees and custom flags before Christmas. “After Christmas, we plan to start another fullsize (adult-size) rocking horse,” said Chuck. Brandy added they are looking at new projects they can complete next year. How they do what they do is essentially a secret they won’t divulge, but there is a lot of hard work and time involved, they said. That said, Brandy said for those wanting one or more of their artworks, “You can reach us at Overmountain Woodworks and Milling. We are listed on Facebook as Chuck Greene and Brandy Allred Greene, individually.” Or you may call them on Chuck’s cell phone, which is (704) 473-3873, though you may have to leave a message; or call Brandy’s cell at (704) 284-8289. “We will try our best to get back with you as soon as possible,” she said.

Chuck Greene, of Overmountain Woodworks, using a chainsaw at his shop to carve a Christmas tree.

Chuck Greene, of Overmountain Woodworks, finishing the grinding on one of their smaller flags.

Overmountain Woodworks owners and operators Chuck and Brandy Greene with one of the American flags they recently made. (photos provided)

Brandy Greene also works in the shop as well. Here she is grinding details into one of the Christmas trees Chuck has carved with his chainsaw.

Youngest daughter, Erin, also helps her mom and dad out in the shop as well. Here, she paints a small “Don’t Tread on Me” flag for her parents.

Erika, Chuck and Brandy Greene’s oldest child, holds up a ‘Back the Blue’ American-style flag she made herself at their shop.

County offers appointment-based services In an effort to protect both its employees and residents, Gaston County is implementing appointment-based services at its administration building. Those services started on Monday, Dec. 7. For those who need to make tax payments, the County continues to offer drive-through tax bill payments, for residents who wish to pay in person by cash or check, at 405 N. Chester St. in Gastonia. This eliminates the need for face-to-face contact, making this payment

method a safer and contact-less option for citizens and county employees alike. The drivethrough operates Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m., to 4:30 p.m. Non-cash payments may also be made by utilizing drop boxes at the tax office, located at the Gaston County Administration Office, 128 W. Main Ave., in Gastonia. The drop boxes are located on each side of the rear entrance doors of the building. The Gaston County Senior

Center is also operating on an appointment-only basis. The Gaston County library system will continue to operate with the current in-person hours combined with curbside service. The Gaston County Museum will continue to be open to guests, but will require masks for anyone who chooses to visit. Some county facilities will continue to require temperature checks and health questionnaires for employees and

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May you live in His joy this Christmas season! If I was love God created a asked to family and the supgive my unport system for that derstanding family, namely the about the earth. When we read meaning of of the Ten Commandthe Holy ments, we see the first Bible in just four addressing a reone word lationship with God that word and the remaining six REV. DR. would be commandments on BILLY T. LOWE “relationhow we humans are ship”. to relate to each other. Pastor – Cherryville First Presbyterian Church B o t h Time after time the the Hebrew Old Testament emScriptures phasizes this theme and the Christian Scriptures, of relationship between God i.e. The Old and the New and humanity and the reTestaments, gives a clear lationship between human message to support my un- beings themselves. Psalm 23 derstanding. is probably the best-known God, in the very begin- Psalm in the world. It gives ning, decided to create a us the promise of God that, family. God didn’t need a “even though I walk through family but in the essence of the valley of death… Thou

The Best Gifts (4th and Final Part of “Christmas Carols Series”) During the Christmas season, we get terribly busy buying gifts for family and friends. Let us not forget that some of the best gifts in life - money cannot buy! The gifts of unconditional love, forgiveness, and quality time are invaluable. In fact, not only can we give these gifts to those we love, but many DANYALE PATTERSON people all around us are needing someone to share the love of Christ with them through good works. These types of gifts bring pleasure to our Heavenly Father, the King of the universe. Hebrews 13:16 states, “And don’t forget to do good and to share with those in need. These are the sacrifices that please God.” The Christmas Carol “Little Drummer Boy’’ demonstrates this well. In the song, the little boy felt inadequate to give a valuable gift to the king, because he was poor. Then, he realized that he had the gift of music. He played his little drum and received a big smile of appreciation from the “new born king”. This gift came from his heart and his special talent which was more precious than any material gift he could have given. As you read the following lyrics, think of ways you can offer meaningful gifts that will touch someone’s life. Come they told me Pa rum pum pum pum A new born King to see Pa rum pum pum pum Our finest gifts we bring Pa rum pum pum pum To lay before the king Pa rum pum pum pum, Rum pum pum pum, Rum pum pum pum So to honor Him Pa rum pum pum pum When we come Pum pum pum pum… Little baby Pa rum pum pum pum I am a poor boy too Pa rum pum pum pum I have no gift to bring Pa rum pum pum pum That’s fit to give our King Pa rum pum pum pum, Rum pum pum pum, Rum pum pum pum Shall I play for you Pa rum pum pum pum Pa rum pum pum Pum pum pum pum Mary nodded Pa rum pum pum pum The ox and lamb kept time Pa rum pum pum pum I played my drum for him Pa rum pum pum pum I played my best for him Pa rum pum pum pum, Rum pum pum pum, Rum pum pum pum Then he smiled at me Pa rum pum pum pum Me and my drum… PRAY THIS PRAYER: “Dear God, I praise you as the Ultimate Giver of all that is good. You did not spare your own Son, but gave him up for us all -- you graciously give many wonderful things. During this Christmas season, guide my steps and use me to be a blessing to my family, friends, and even strangers, so that I may bring glory to your name. Remind me to enjoy the little things in life because one day I`ll look back and realize they were the best gifts. In Jesus’ name I pray - 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.

art with me.” (Psalm 23:4) Even Jesus quoted two Old Testament verses when asked which is the greatest commandment. He replied with Deuteronomy 6:29-30, “Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is one; you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and all your soul, and all your mind, and all your strength,” and Leviticus 19:31, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Throughout the New Testament we discover the promises of Jesus to His followers which illustrate the call to relationships. In the Gospel of John He says, “In my Father’s house are many rooms…I am going there to prepare a place for you, I will come back and take

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Fairview Baptist Church 415 South Mountain Street, Waco, 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

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you to be with Me that you also may be where I am.” (John14:2-3) And so, we come to the Christian season of Christmas. The promise of the greatest gift is even there as the angel spoke these words, “…and they shall call Him Immanuel – which means, ‘God with us’”. (Matthew 1:23) A very blessed Christmas season to all of you. May you live in the joy that regardless of how tough life may become at times, you are never alone. God is with you. God wants a relationship with each of us and invites us to be in God’s family.

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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

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

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

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

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Holiday cookie recipes

CRESCENT COOKIES 1 cup butter softened 1/2 to 1 cup granulated sugar 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour

FROSTED GINGERBREAD COOKIES 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup sugar 1 cup molasses 1/4 cup water 5 cups all-purpose flour 2-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon salt In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and water. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. On a lightly floured surface, roll out to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with 2-1/2-in. cookie cutters dipped in flour. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove to wire racks to cool. FROSTING: 3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar 1/4 cup water 1-1/2 teaspoons light corn syrup 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract In a small bowl, combine frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Transfer to a plastic bag. Cut a small hole in a corner of the bag;pipe frosting onto cookies. Yield: about 5 dozen. PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE 5 cups sugar 1-1/2 sticks margarine 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 lg. can evaporated milk 8 oz. marshmallow cream 3- 6 oz. pkg. milk chocolate chips or

PEANUT BUTTER KISS COOKIES 1-14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter 2 cups all-purpose baking mix 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup sugar 1 13 oz. pkg. Hershey milk chocolate kisses Beat condensed milk and peanut butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Add baking mix and vanilla, beating at low speed just until blended. Shape dough into 1 inch balls; roll in sugar. Place on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 350º for 11 min-

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almond extract. Mix in flour until dough comes together. Roll dough into 1-1/2 inch balls, and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Make a small hole in the center of each ball, using your thumb and finger, and fill the hole with preserves. Bake for 14 to 18 minutes in preheated oven, or until lightly browned. Let cool 1 minute on the cookie sheet. In a medium bowl, mix together the confectioners’ sugar, 3/4 teaspoon almond extract, and milk until smooth. Drizzle lightly over warm cookies.

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CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 eggs 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup sugar In a large bow, mix the flour, baking powder and salt. In a separate bowl: cream the butters and sugars, then add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, then gradually stir in the flour mixture until combined. Add the chips and stir again. For chewy cookies, refrigerate the dough for 2 hours or overnight. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drop the dough in heaping spoonfuls onto a non-stick 10x15” baking sheet, 3 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until light brown. Cool for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely. Makes 44 cookies. Serve immediately.

Preheat oven to 350º. Lightly grease two large baking sheets. Combine the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar in large bowl. Beat with a wooden spoon or an electric mixer (set on med. speed) until creamy. Beat in egg & vanilla extract. Set aside. Sift flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda into small bowl. Add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating continuously. Stir in rolled oats & chocolate chunks. Spoon tablespoonfuls of dough about 2” apart, onto cookie sheets. Bake until lightly brown 8-10 minutes. Let cool before transferring.

14 ounce sweetened condensed milk (save the can) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups small marshmallows 2 cups unsalted dry roasted peanuts softened butter to grease an 8 inch round cake pan Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with softened butter. Cover the empty condensed milk can with plastic wrap and put it in the center of the round cake pan. Pour the chocolate and butterscotch chips, condensed milk and vanilla into a medium saucepan. Cook on stovetop on low heat. Stir until they melt together, about 3 minutes. Stir in nuts and marshmallows. Scoop the fudge into the cake pan all around the plastic-covered can in the center to form a wreath or ring shape. Allow it be all bumpy on top. Store in refrigerator until firm. Remove the can from the center and loosen the sides and bottom of the fudge with a spatula. Cut the fudge into thin slices to serve.

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PEANUT BUTTER BARS 1 cup peanut butter 6 tablespoons butter 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 eggs 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Mix peanut butter, butter or margarine, and sugars until creamy. Stir in vanilla. Beat in eggs. Mix in flour. Stir in 3/4 cup chocolate chips. Spread dough into a greased 9 x 13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove pan from oven, and sprinkle with the rest of the chocolate chips. Let stand 5 minutes and spread. Cool, and cut into bars.

CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIES 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup firmly packed LIGHT brown sugar 1 large egg 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 cup rolled oats 1-1/4 cups chocolate chunks

KIM’S SUGAR COOKIES 2 all purpose flour, sifted 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup margarine 1 cup sugar 1 egg, beaten 2 tablespoons milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla flavoring Sifted all dry ingredients together and sit aside. Cream: Margarine, Egg, Sugar, Milk, and Vanilla. After mixing well, add dry ingredients and mix slowly on slow speed until a nice dough develops. Let dough chill for a few hours for best results. Preheat oven to 375º. Roll out on a floured surface. Cut with cookie cutters. Cook until just turning brown on the edges. Cool on cookie rack.

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SEVEN LAYER COOKIES 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1 stick margarine 1 cup chocolate chips 1 cup butterscotch chips 1 cup coconut 1 can eagle brand milk 1 cup nuts Melt 1 stick margarine in 9x13 pan. Layer: 1cup graham cracker crumbs 1 cup coconut 1 cup chocolate chips & butterscotch chips Spread over top: 1 can Eagle Brand Milk Sprinkle with pecans. Bake at 325 for 30 minutes.

2 tsp. vanilla 1 cup chopped nuts Cream butter and sugar. Mix in vanilla and flour. Add finely chopped or ground nuts. Chill dough thoroughly, shape & bake on ungreased sheet at 300º for 18-20 minutes (until slightly browned). Sprinkle powdered sugar on finished cookies. Yield: approximately 2 dozen 2 inch crescents.

BUTTERY TOFFEE COOKIES 1 cup butter, softened *1 tsp. baking soda 1 cup sugar *1/2 tsp. salt 2 eggs *8 oz. pkg. toffee bits 1 tsp. vanilla 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour Combine butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla in large mixing bowl. Beat @ medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy. *Add flour, baking soda & salt. Beat until well mixed. Stir in toffee bits by hand. *Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350º 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Makes 4 dozen. PINE BARK OR BRICKLE COOKIES 35-40 (1/4 lb.) saltine crackers 1 cup butter (NOT MARGARINE) 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 tsp. almond extract 6 oz. milk chocolate chips 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans (optional) Preheat oven to 400º. Line 15x10x1 or 11x16x1 pan with tin foil. Lightly spray w/ cooking spray. Place saltines, salty side up in pan. In sauce pan boil over med heat: butter & sugar for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, stir in extract. Pour mixture over saltines, spread evenly. Bake 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from oven and top with chocolate chips. Smooth as they melt. Sprinkle with nuts. Cool slightly and transfer to waxed paper and allow to cool completely. Cut in squares. It will take several hours for this to cool and chocolate to set. *Slide foil over to wire rack to cool and then peel cookies off foil when they are cool. (They are very hot.) Place on waxed paper.

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Just in time for your holiday cooking... the following recipes are favorites from the employees of Community First Media, proud publisher of the Shelby Shopper, Kings Mountain Herald, Belmont Banner-News, Cherryville Eagle and Rutherford Weekly. We invite you to enjoy baking this season and hope you have a blessed and Merry Christmas wherever you may be.

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1-1/2 bag 12 oz. pkg. 18 oz. jar peanut butter 1 teaspoon vanilla In a 6 qt. pot melt margarine, add milk, sugar and salt. Cook until 236 degree’s or about 20 minutes over medium heat. Remove from heat Add: chocolate chips marshmallow cream peanut butter vanilla Pour in greased 16 x 11 x 1 inch pan ( cookie sheet ) * Note: Heat marshmallow cream and peanut butter in the microwave just before adding them. This makes it easier to get it all mixed up.

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2020 CHS Ironmen Varsity Cheerleaders are (back row, left to right): Anna Leigh Jones, Sydney Abernathy, Lizzie Brannan, Khya Brooks, Rylee-Grace Burgis, Maggie Beam, and Payton Godfrey. Front row (left to right): Lani Philbeck, Izzy Wilson, Kendall Chupp, Sarah Eaker, Abby Burleson, Madison Pruitt, Kylie Reynolds, and Allie Kay Homesley. The varsity squad’s coaches are Wendy Holt and Dr. Heather Porter. The JV squad’s coaches are Tammy Wilson and Casey-Rae Floyd. (photos by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

2020 CHS Lady Ironmen Varsity Volleyball team – back row (left to right): Head coach Leigh Kiser, Reese Hoyle, Skye Reed, Addie Eaker, Katie Eaker, Jamarra Wall, and Assistant coach Brooke Henley. Second row (left to right): Rileigh Kiser, Kaitlyn Newsome, Jessica Martin, Natalie Furr, and Alexis Thomas. Front and center: Megan Smith.

Lady Ironmen Volleyball 2020 DAY DATE OPPONENT SITE TIME Tuesday Dec. 29 Lincoln Charter Away 4:30 Wednesday Dec. 30 Piedmont Charter Home 4:30 Tuesday Jan. 5 Thomas Jefferson Away 4:30 Thursday Jan. 7 Christ the King Home 4:30 Conference Tournament-at higher seed (As per the AD, due to COVID rules and cleaning times – JV will start @ 4:30; 30-minute clean-up;15 min. warm-up for varsity, then varsity starts @ around 6 p.m.)

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2020 CHS Lady Ironmen Junior Varsity Volleyball team – back row (left to right): Head coach Leigh Kiser, Laila Davis, Makayla Sigmon, Gracie Truesdale, Marisa Moore, Payton Cook, and Assistant coach Brooke Henley. Front row (left to right): Yanet Guardarama, Taylor Digh, Callista Spencer, Nancy Guardarama, and Ceniya Powell. Front and center: Briley Wright.

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Cherryville Cross-Country Schedule 2020-2021 Wed. , 01/06 Bessemer City (Tryon Park) 4:00

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF LENA EVELYN BLACK PENLEY Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Lena Evelyn Black Penley, deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims to exhibit them to the undersigned at 106 North Cherry Street, Cherryville, North Carolina, on or before the 2nd day of March, 2021, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 2nd day of December, 2020. Walter F. Reynolds, Administrator Counsel for the Estate: PALMER E. HUFFSTETLER, JR. ATTORNEY AT LAW 106 North Cherry Street Cherryville, NC 28021 Telephone: 704-435-4907 CE (12/02, 09, 16 & 23/20)

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF GASTON NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Earl Brice Fox; aka; Earl Brice Fox, Sr., deceased, of Gaston County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims to exhibit them to the undersigned, Linda H. Fox, Executrix, on or before the 9th day of March, 2021, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 9th day of December, 2020. Linda H. Fox, Executrix Estate of: Earl Brice Fox: aka: Earl Brice Fox, Sr. 138 Lindell LN, Cherryville, NC 28021 CE (12/09,16, 23 & 30/20)

STATEMENT OF RESULTS OF CITY OF CHERRYVILLE BOND REFERENDA The Gaston County Board of Elections has certiﬁed the following results of the bond referenda held in and for the City of Cherryville, North Carolina, on November 3, 2020, as follows: 1. Downtown Improvement Bonds. On the question, Shall the order authorizing City of Cherryville general obligation bonds in the maximum amount of $3,600,000 plus interest to pay capital costs of providing downtown improvements and paying related costs, and providing that additional taxes may be levied in an amount sufﬁcient to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds, as adopted by the City Council on July 13, 2020, be approved? YES 1,632

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3. Water Bonds. On the question, Shall the order authorizing City of Cherryville general obligation bonds in the maximum amount of $3,300,000 plus interest to pay capital costs of providing sanitary sewer system improvements and paying related costs, and providing that additional taxes may be levied in an amount sufﬁcient to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds, as adopted by the City Council on July 13, 2020, be approved? YES 2,166

MENORAH From Page 1 “Well, we have celebrated Hanukkah since 2002, ever since we moved to Cherryville. This year we wanted to follow what Jesus said and let our light shine! “So, we decided to build a Hanukkah and honor the celebration that Jesus Himself celebrated in Jerusalem back in the first century. “At Israel Casa Integral we try to focus deep on the roots that make our faith today, going back and understanding the real message that Adonai established for all of us.” “We believe in the God of the Bible, and we believe in his Messiah, Yeshua Ha’ Mashiach (or Jesus, our Messiah), born in Israel, that died for our sins and will come again to Israel!” said Pastor Roberto Alfaro. The original idea for this, said Camilo, came from his mother. “It was actually minister Pily Alfaro, who, after seeing what was going on with the pandemic, knew we were not going to be able to celebrate it as we have for the past 17 years. So, we wanted our light to shine outside and let people know that there is still hope and His name is Jesus, or, as He is known by His Hebrew name, Yeshua, which means, 'Salvation’.” Pastora Pily Alfaro said, “During this pandemic we try to get many people to remember that Jesus is our Hope and our Salvation. We hope this Biblical symbol helps the community remember that during these hard times.” Camilo admits the family had some trepidations about raising this iconic and primarily Hebrew symbol in Cherryville. “We were honestly just a little scared,” he said. “We didn’t know how the community would react to this symbol. A Hanukkah should be a symbol all Christians should

A daytime view of the giant Menorah in front of the Alfaro’s church on Delview Road.

The lights of the Menorah burning during the Hanukkah seasonal holiday. The last light had yet to be lit at the time the photo was made, due to the Hebrew religious observation of lighting a light for every day of the week of the official holiday. (photos by Camilo Alfaro) know as it was the light inside the Temple of our God, always shining the light. “With that said, we just wanted to make sure it would stay up. We have reached out to the police department just to keep a lookout. However, we believe that many more will start understanding these things and realize how connected it is to the Christian faith.” Alfaro noted also the family does this primarily as a way to get in touch with the historical roots of their own Judeo-Christian faith. “We try to focus on the things that our Savior and Messiah did,” he said. As for how long did it took to put it up, if it actually lights,

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and other questions about the big gold menorah. Alfaro said, “It took some months of preparation and we are so thankful for the Rodriguez family because they are the ones who assembled the whole thing. It can be lit with a candle but we are also thinking about putting some light bulbs to be able to keep it on all night. “The size was just about making sure people were able to see it and also just to try to make it known that our light needs to shine bright and big wherever we go.” Alfaro continued, “It will end the evening of Friday, Dec. 18 (the end of traditional Hanukkah). We will then store it since it’s so big. But, we do

have one inside that is part our decoration inside our church and that was also made locally by one of our own church members. Inside of our church we have replications of the Altar, the Menorah, and the Ark of Offering.” As for having any comments on it, Alfaro said, “We haven’t ,but we invited everyone at the time to drive by Delview Road and look at it! “This is a symbol that is in our Christian faith and that helps us connect more of the word of Jesus in John 8:22, which says, 'I am the Light of the world.’ When we lift this Menorah up during Hanukkah we want to let people know that hope is available!”

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2. Sewer Bonds. On the question, Shall the order authorizing City of Cherryville general obligation bonds in the maximum amount of $1,800,000 plus interest to pay capital costs of providing water system improvements and paying related costs, and providing that additional taxes may be levied in an amount sufﬁcient to pay the principal of and interest on the bonds, as adopted by the City Council on July 13, 2020, be approved? YES 2,165

2020 CHS Ironmen Cross Country team – front row, left to right: Callista Spencer, Landrie Wofford, and Jessica Martin; back row, left to right: Ben Hayes, Jackson Owens, Noah Abernethy, Kadin Beaver, and Chase McNeill. Their coaches (not pictured) are: Scott Harrill and Scott Heavner. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media)

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GIFTS WITH A NAME. Email for a link to local website. Optional to include your ﬁrst name and/or last name, nickname, pet’s name, city, town, state, community - all optional. NC4Ever@email.com THE HAIRIS STUDIO by Brook Maness. OPEN in the old Randall’s Barber Shop. 114 Frank Randall Drive, Mooresboro. brooklynleeann8@gmail.com, 828-429-4836.

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

BUSINESS SERVICES

FOR SALE

FARM & GARDEN

IT’S TIME TO TRIM CREPE MYRTLE TREES. Spreading Mulch or Gravel, minor chainsaw work and storm clean-up. I can do many of your outside chores with over 15 years experience all over Cleveland County and stretching to the Forest City area. Nice, honest, dependable, clean, drug-free, he’s an all around great guy and handyman, so call Rob today and see what I can help you with. (980) 295-0750

RED COUCH, LOVE SEAT, $400. Queen bed, dresser, $1200; (2) like new recliners, $100 each; brown couch, $400. 704-6006436, 864-0035

FRED’S FIREWOOD!!! SEASONED CUT, SPLIT HARDWOOD. Will deliver 10 mile radius of Forest City. 828-2021000.

NEW SOUTHERN 5 FT. BUSH HOG. $1,065. 828-287-3272.

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, 828-476-6058.

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, 704-692-4449.

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

FOR SALE

MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERVICE. Seasoned oak. Short stove wood. Cut, split, delivered, $60. (828) 395-0758

AMMO 9MM/ 223 Blazer Brass 9mm 300/$240 Fiocci 223 100/$80 ﬁrm (704) 600-5596 jedandluke@aol.com

IN NEED OF A CDL CLASS A DRIVER. Local runs. Paid by the load. Must apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 472-4666

9FT POOL TABLE FOR SALE. Comes with cue sticks, racks and cover, $600. 828-748-3858, if no answer leave message.

LOOKING FOR PART-TIME DRIVERS. Transport students in Shelby, Kings Mountain, Cherryville. Must be 21 years or older and have good driving record. 704-466-5189 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION NEEDED for rental property. Please call (704) 473-4299

MODEL 94 WINCHESTER 30-30 with gold trigger. 20 years old, new in box. Also 300 rounds of 30-30 Core-Lokt ammunition. All for $1700. (828) 429-6763

NOW HIRING. Experienced roofers needed. (704) 477-0516 FULL TIME MAINTENANCE MAN NEEDED. Maintain rental properties. Must have valid NC Drivers license. Pay depends on experience. (704) 473-4299 EARN WHILE YOU LEARN. Price Brothers, Inc., Plumbing. (Equal Opportunity Employer). Join our team!!! APPLY TODAY. pbiplumbing.com/employment

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES MAKE MONEY WOODWORKING FROM HOME. Launch a woodworking business for under $1000. What to make and Where to sell. NC4Ever@email.com

BUSINESS SERVICES

TRIPLE D PAINTING AND WOODWORK. All your painting needs, free estimates, over 25 yrs experience! Framing, facial boards and much more wood work available! Making your home, building or business look new again. (704) 418-5736 childresstracy1@gmail.com

$45 COUPON. Great Deal! Scooterman John has $45 coupon for any used chair in Dec 2020. Call Scooterman John (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com DEER CORN, SHELLED, 50LBS, $7. Cob Corn, $8. 828-287-3272. CABRIOLET VW. Best Offer! Parts only. Does not run. Call (704) 300-1818

REFRIGERANT RECOVERY & RECYCLING SYSTEM. Mac by Robinair Recovery and Recycling System. Comes with spare tank. Can send pictures by phone. $475. (704) 300-1818 PECANS FOR SALE. $2 per pound. (704) 842-2662

4 YOKOHAMA GEOLANDAR TIRES. P225/60R17 for sale. Christmas Special, $125. Ask for Jim. (704) 406-9275

SOUTHERN FORKLIFTS & EQUIPMENT. Cat GP25K 5000 lb Forklift, $7250. Yamaha U Max Work Carft, $3450. 2002 Club Car Golf Cart, $2550. Gene McCurry, (704) 692-1033 1994 FORD F-150 for Sale. Long Bed Pick-up Truck. Good tires. inline 6, 300 motor, Heavy duty, 14 bolt, automatic transmission, Only $675.00. Call: 704-284-1694. 1996 TOYOTA RAV4 For Sale. 4 wheel drive, new tires, Full repair manual. Only $600.00. Call for details. 704-284-1694. FERRIS LAWNMOWER IS600Z S., 48 inch cut, 18 1/2 HP, Kawasaki, 33 Hours, $6,000.00. Call 704-974-1861 anytime.

DEER APPLES FOR SALE. $9 per bag. 828-287-3272.

TWO CEMETERY PLOTS. Two burial plots in Section II of Rose Hill Memorial Park, Graves 1 and 2, Lots 256. $1800 for both. Call 704-482-2647 or 704-477-7625, if no answer leave your name & number.

3 HEAVY DUTY TOOL BOXES. Ford Super Duty (250 & 350), $250 each. All three $600. Retail over $400. Reggie Keistler, 980254-5876 BABY CRIB, MATTRESS AND ACCESSORIES. $100. High chair with 3 attachments, $45. 980-2922298 A CLEANING COMPANY WITH NO HIDDEN FEES!!! Whole House Air Ducts, cleaning & sanitizing, up to 10 vents, $199. Call 704-980-3047. A CLEANING COMPANY WITH NO HIDDEN FEES!!! 2 Room Carpet Special, only $88.00. Call 704-980-3047. FOUR CEMETERY PLOTS in Section 1 of Rose Hill Memorial Park. Graves 1,2,3,4. Lot 170. Only $500 each. Will sell in pairs. Call 704-473-5000 (704) 4735000 ITEMS FOR SALE. Garage door opener-$100.00, 7 piece dinning room set-$200.00, Christmas mesh wreath-$15.00 and up and 6X8 rug-$50.00. 704-538-8925. FESQUE HAY FOR SALE $4.50 per bale. Call 704-538-4110. If no answer, leave message.

1912 SELF PLAYER PIANO. In good condition, good tuned. $1400. Music rolls included. (704) 470-7134 ASSORTMENT OF CHILTON REPAIR MANUALS. I have a large assortment of Chilton Auto Repair Manuals. Some are imports and trucks. Some Motor Manuals all are hard back copies. Best Offer! (704) 300-1818 kim_ hopper@bellsouth.net

HIGH QUALITY BANNERS FOR SALE. We offer many sizes and options. Call for more info and price. 704-692-4449. 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. 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.

RIDING/PUSH MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS AND GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828980-0853, 704-476-9383.

DIE CAST WAYNE MECHANICAL REPLICA 1920 Gas Pump Coin Bank. 12” tall. 8 available. $50 each. In Shelby. Call Tom (704) 473-6384

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

TRAILERS IN STOCK NOW! ALL KINDS. Areas LARGEST on site display for trailers. J. Johnson Sales, Inc., 2690 US Hwy. 221 S., Forest City. 828-245-5895.

WATER TOTES & BURNING BARRELS. 55 Gallon Solid Top Plastic; 55 Gallon Metal & Plastic with Lids & Rings; 15 Gallon Jugs Plastic. (828) 327-4782

WNC CHIMNEY SWEEP, Western Carolina. Cleaning, Repair, Caps, Pest removal, 25+ years experience. Ellenboro +75miles. Call Neal, 828-223-7730. 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, 704-692-4449.

SMALL BUSINESS EXTRAVAGANZA. Come out and support our local families by shopping our Small Business Extravaganza! There will be hand made craft items, Scentsy, Paparazzi, Mary Kay, Color Street, and more... There is no fee to enter and there will be refreshments. Sat. Dec. 19th, 9am-3pm at Bethany Baptist Church, 723 Cleve. Ave., Grover, NC. (704) 418-5980

4 TIRES: 275/35/21 made by Bridgestone, $150 for set. 4 tires: 265/50/20 made by Goodyear, $200 for set. 4 tires: 225/45/17 made by Bridgestone, new, $300 for set. Electric liftchar, $125. 828-286-8093.

PART TIME PAINTER NEEDED. For rental houses as they become vacant. Please call (704) 4734299 TRUCK DRIVERS NEEDED!!! LOCAL HAULS. Home every night! Good pay. 828-748-5893.

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

MORGAN’S FIREWOOD SERVICE. Short green oak, small stove wood. Cut, split, delivered, $60. (828) 395-0758

NEEDING PARTS DISMANTLER. Must have experience. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Road, Shelby, NC 28152

P/T JOB HYDROPONIC OPERATION. Two possible jobs are open. The right ﬁt would work 30 to 35 hours. If that is not found possible job of 15 hours. M-F morning start times. Polkville area. Clean environment. $10 per hour start. As business increases so will pay. (704) 466-1998 Lrwhite@carolina. rr.com

18X21X6 REGULAR STYLE CARPORT. Free braces on all legs. $1,095. 704-482-3166. ALL METAL GARAGES. Big Discounts! Call for more details. 828382-0455.

4 PIECE BROYHILL BEDROOM SUITE only $300. Recliner in good condition $20. Microwave “Like New” $25. Assortment of Exercise Equipment $25 each. Call (980) 404-0068

EMPLOYMENT

PROPANE GRILL TANKS REFILLED. Only $10.99. Call 828287-3272.

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. 704-477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

ITEMS FOR SALE 3 Etagere chairs, 5 ft. tall giraffe, tables artworks and much more. Call 727597-0930 for appointment.

PLACE YOUR ORDERS FOR THE HOLIDAY!! Tom’s Bakery, 120 Belvedere Ave., Shelby, NC 28150. Email: tgreene1@twc.com or visit tomsbakery.net (704) 473-1413

Deadline: Friday at 12:00 Noon

WE BUY TRAILERS. Must have title and ID. 828-245-5895. PURE RAW LOCAL HONEY. $18 per quart, $10 per pint. Produced in Rutherford County. Call or text Jackson Corbin, 828-980-1823. DEER CORN, 60 POUND BAG. $7.00. Callahan Farms. 704-3005341, Steve 704-472-8865, Cletus, 704-300-5341, Todd (704) 692-1627

FLAG POLES AND FLAGS IN STOCK. 15ft., 20ft., and 25ft. Delivery and install available. J. Johnson Sales, Forest City. 828245-5895. 16X40 STORAGE BUILDING, WORK SHOP, ETC. Built on site, one day install. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. 2690 US Hwy 221S., Forest City. 828-245-5895. WE STOCK METAL FOR ALL your rooﬁng or repair needs. J. Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City. 828-245-5895. HORSE QUALITY HAY. Square and round bales, also 3x3x8’ bales. Call (704) 487-6855 TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. (704) 434-6389 “COVETED VETERANS CIRCLE” In Gaston Memorial Park. Three Burial Plots For Sale. Will Sell Together or Individually. (919) 272-5503 OLD RECORDS LOT OF 7000 Over 7000 records, ranging from 40’s to early 70’s. Condition from good to brand new in plastic cover. NO Cherry picking. Must sell the entire lot. Records collected over several years. IE: Sinatra, Cline Elvis, etc. (828) 625-9744 csisams@ hotmail.com

WANT TO BUY DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-289-3081 or Jimmy 828-289-1175. 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. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228 CASH$$ FOR OLD FISHING LURES. Call Rick Hutton collector, (704) 695-4917 WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

PETS & LIVESTOCK CHRISTMAS PUPPIES. Full blooded Labrador Retrievers. All black, ﬁrst shots & wormed. Parents on site. Ready 12-2420. Taking deposits $400. Leave message 828-429-0210 OLDER MATURE KITTENS. Neutered and spayed with all shots. Looking for good homes. (704) 472-7116 SIBERIAN HUSKY PUPPIES for sale. Ready for a great gift at Christmas. Blue eyes. AKC registered. 704-300-1466. GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES FOR SALE. Christmas puppies $550 each, vet checked, ready to go the week of Christmas. (704) 734-7088 Joelovestina1@ gmail.com AKC BOXER PUPPIES FOR SALE 3 Males. Dew claws removed. Tails docked. 3 rounds of wormer and 1st shots. 1 light brindle, 1 fawn, 1 mahogany. All have black masks and white markings. Photos upon request. Limited registration. $800.00 ea. (704) 853-9300 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 PUPS. Full blooded. Males & females $200. Call: 704-718-3827 or 704718-7420. 3 LITTERS OF DOGS for sale. Two 1 year old Pekinese male dogs, also pomoobles and malpe-peka-tzus. Call: 864-4904979. MINATURE POODLE PUPPIES FOR SALE. Males and Females available. Will weight approx. 10 lbs. when grown. Call: 828-2898844.

CARS & TRUCKS 1996 TOYOTA RAV4 For Sale. 4 wheel drive, new tires, Full repair manual. Only $600.00. Call for details. 704-284-1694. 1990 CADILLAC DEVILLE 72,000 original miles. $4,000. 828-980-0692 1994 FORD F-150 Long Bed Pick-up Truck. Good tires. inline 6, 300 motor, Heavy duty, 14 bolt, automatic transmission, Only $675.00. Call: 704-284-1694. 2003 FORD RANGER One owner. Always garaged, V6 3.0 engine, 4 door, automatic. Recent tires, brakes, and tune-up. 113,000 miles. Immaculate condition. $10,000 FIRM. NO TEXT 704-813-8596. 1980 FORD F100 PICKUP. Long bed with ladder rack. Needs some work. Can send pictures by phone. $1200. Call (704) 300-1818 kim_ hopper@bellsouth.net 2010 BMW 3 SERIES 328i. Hardtop convertible, leather seats, All bells and whistles, 104,000 miles. $10,500. Call Larry (704) 2973234

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 1 ACRE LOT. Located at 239 Owens Chapel Road, Union Mills. Has well, septic-tank and electricity. Nice for camper spot or mobile home. Asking $20,000. 828-286-9457. UNRESTRICTED LAND FOR SALE. 6.9 Acres of UNRESTRICTED land with a BOLD CREEK. Wooded, gently sloping to creek, and at the end of a dead end, paved road. NO OWNER FINANCING. Ellenboro, NC 28040 (828) 453-7341 t_mcdowell@bellsouth.net

FOR RENT CLEVELAND COUNTY HOUSE FOR RENT IN SHELBY. 1 BR Duplex, Frig & Stove. $525/ month. 941-916-2235. 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH. New paint & ﬂoor covering. Central heat/air, NO Pets. $675 month, $400 deposit. Contact Tommy Wilson, Clay & Associates Real Estate. Located at 1308 N. Lafayette St, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 418-1251 RENT TO OWN. Own in 2 years. 4 Bedroom home, $700 down, $700 deposit. Also 3 bedroom home for rent, $1000 month, $100 deposit. 704-600-6436, 864-805-0035. 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) 418-1251 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH. MOBILE HOME inside city of Kings Mountain. References required. NO PETS. 704-718-2653. 2BR, 1BA. Appliances, central heat/air. $650 month, $650 deposit. HAP ok. 704-487-8282, 704-692-0091. 314 Grice St. Shelby, NC 28150 MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. $190 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. Visit us online at Oakwood Rentals, Shelby. Call (704) 473-4299 MOBILE HOMES & APARTMENTS. In Kings Mountain. Price starting at $100 per week. Call (704) 739-4417 1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES. Shelby, NC. We are currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Call or visit us today, Laurel Hill Apartments 704-4871114. Equal Housing Opportunity. 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) 482-7723

2008 FORD RANGER FX4. 4 door, 4.0 engine, automatic, cruise/tilt, aluminum wheels, running boards, headliner, red w/grey bottom, $6950. 828-287-3820. 1979 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE. Nice, classic, antique, 425 engine, 400 trans, 60k miles, $6500. Cell, 870-404-4810, Forest City. 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. 828245-9620, 828-223-1564.

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

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) 635-9831

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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) 487-6354 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704739-0259. RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2 BAY GARAGE FOR RENT. Ellenboro area, Hwy. 74 Business. $325 per month. 828-429-5001. ICC AREA, BEST VALUE. Energy Efﬁcient 2BR Apartment. Like new, SS appliances, $550 rent/ deposit. References required. 828-248-1776. 3BR, 2BA MH. Beautiful Wooded Park. AGE 50 over. Landlord on site. No pets. Background check. Call after 10am, 828-429-9831.

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. 828245-6756.

2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $500 per month. 828382-0475.

FARM & GARDEN HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. 4x5 Round Bales in barn, $40 each. Fescue and Orchard grass. Rutherford County. 828429-3100.

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4 ACRES PRIME COMMERCIAL PROPERTY. One block off 74E in Shelby, NC. Call or text if interested. 704-473-9167.

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Toy Run for Kids a huge success

Wednesday, December 23, 2020

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The annual Gaston County Toy Run for Kids took place last Saturday. Hundreds upon hundreds of riders from Gaston, Cleveland, Lincoln, Mecklenburg and other areas took part and droves of kids got plenty of swell toys. The event kicked off at the Ranlo Church of God then moved to several other locations where the scene was repeated. Show is the sea of Toy Run for Kids motorcycles. (photos by Alan Hodge)

Little Steven Adams and his dad, Matthew made the Toy Run scene.

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How Robotic Pets Can Help Isolated Seniors Avoid Loneliness Dear Savvy Senior, I recently read an article about robotic pets being a great substitute for pet-loving seniors who can’t have or take care of a pet any longer. What do you think of this? My mother, who has some dementia, is living in an assisted living facility that doesn’t allow pets. And because of COVID, we haven’t been allowed inside the facility to visit her since March. I’ve been thinking about getting her a robot pet to help cheer her up but would like to know if they are worth buying, and if so, where can I go to ﬁnd one. Locked Out Daughter Dear Locked Out, There have actually been several studies on this topic that has shown that robotic pets – which are lifelike interactive pets – can have a positive impact on many lonely, socially isolated seniors, especially those who have dementia. This is particularly important now as the pandemic has caused millions of high-risk, vulnerable seniors to isolate as a means to protect themselves from the corona-

virus. Here’s what you should know. Robotic Pet Studies In 2018, the New York State Ofﬁce for the Aging was the ﬁrst state in the U.S. to test the robotic pets with isolated seniors and results showed that using pets to lower social isolation was highly successful, with 70 percent of pilot participants reporting a decrease in isolation after one year. Subsequent programs done in aging agencies in Alabama, Florida and Pennsylvania have also shown positive results Other clinical studies conducted by AARP, UnitedHealthcare, and other clinicians and have also found that robotic pets can help to enhance the well-being and quality of life of lonely or isolated individuals and those living with dementia and other forms of cognitive decline, by providing a level of interaction and comfort from a lifelike companion. Where to Look If you’re interested in getting your mom a robotic pet, a top option is

Ageless Innovation’s Joy for All Companion Pets – see JoyForAll. com.

to play with and won’t weigh down even the most fragile frame.

They offer cats, a kitten and a pup that look, feel and sound like the real thing – minus the feeding, watering, litter box or backyard cleanup, and the vet bills. With prices ranging between $65 and $130, these soft, plush animals have built-in sensors, “vibrapurr” or “barkback” technology, and brushable fur, making them surprisingly realistic.

Some other robotic pet options you should look into include Tombot’s Jennie ($399; tombot.com), a lapdog that barks on command and has realistic facial features; AIBO ($2,900; us.aibo.com) by Sony, which is a plastic puppy that has lifelike expressions and a dynamic array of movements; and Paro the Seal ($6,120; parorobots.com), which is marketed as a “carebot,” designed speciﬁcally for people with dementia.

Insert four batteries, and the cats, which come in four different shades to mimic real breeds, can open and close their eyes, lift their paws, and move their head and body. If you pet them in the right spot – like on their belly or back side – they’ll let out a purr. If your mom is more of a dog person, you can also buy a stuffed golden puppy, accessorized with a red bandana, that will bark if he’s feeling happy, sad, or needy. At only four pounds, the stuffed pup is easy

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.