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Huggins welcomes you Two communities mourn to Revolution Brewhouse Officer Tyler Herndon killed in the line of duty By Loretta Cozart

Michel Pilar Huggins is the new proprietor at Revolution Bredawhouse Coffee Shop at 211 S. Battleground Avenue, an artisanal coffee house/pub/lounge/cafe in Kings Mountain featuring craft coffee cocktails, craft beer and wine selections. When the shop first opened, Huggins thought she would only offer coffee and coffee cocktails but soon realized she needed to expand her offerings to make the business more profitable. “When I added a full bar, I tripled sales. Then we added entertainment and that has helped a lot too.” On Friday and Saturday, Revolution Brewhouse offers live music. Musician Scott Sanders stopped by to order a coffee and expressed his appreciation to local venues, ”Places like See WELCOMES, Page 7A

Revolution Brewhouse has expanded its offerings to include a full-service bar and live entertainment. Photo Loretta Cozart

Shop local for Christmas By Loretta Cozart With Christmas less than ten days away, many are scrambling for those last minute gifts. Many Kings Mountain merchants offer unique gifts for that special someone on your Christmas list. Downtown Kings Mountain’s Main Street Program is incentivizing your next shopping trip. If you spend $25 downtown between now and midnight December 24, you can be entered to win $250 in Main Street Bucks Just text a photo of your receipt to 704734-8549. Winner will be no-

tified on Dec. 28. If you have not shopped in downtown in a while, check out the shops and make a day of it. With the new restaurants, you have many options from which to choose for lunch. Kick-off your day at Revolution Brewhouse for a cup of coffee and breakfast sandwich to fuel your day of shopping. Downtown has many boutique shops that offer oneof-a-kind gifts. Whether you need unique engraved gifts, from cutting boards to key fobs, Mountain Holiday has you covered. The shop also

sells a wide variety of collectibles, gifts, seasonal, and holiday decorations. They also carry a line of men’s grooming products and tools that make shaving an experience… and less of a chore. Stop in to listen to their Corinthian Bells; that alone will put you in the holiday spirit. Everyone wants gifts from Dellinger’s Jewel Shop. Kings Mountain’s hometown jeweler has served the needs of generations of families as their trusted jeweler for brilliant diamonds, beautiful fine jewelry, elegant watches, See SHOP, Page 7A

On Friday, Officer Tyler Avery Herndon of Mount Holly Police Department was shot and killed while responding to a break-in at a car wash at 313 Beatty Drive at 3:30 am. A resident of Kings Mountain, Herndon graduated Kings Mountain High School and UNC Charlotte majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology. He would have celebrated his 26th birthday last Sunday. Authorities said Joshua Funk, 24, was taken into custody and charged with first-degree murder and is now in custody at the Cleveland County Detention Center without bond. While responding to a break-in at the car wash, police officers encountered an armed suspect. Shots were fired between officers and the suspect and Officer Herndon was hit. He was rushed to CaroMont Regional Medical

OFFICER TYLER HERNDON Center where he later died. In an afternoon press conference, Mount Holly Police Chief Don Roper said, “We are hurting, our department is hurting, our family his hurting, but we will rely on each

other to get through this. The law enforcement community turned out today to support a brother, us and the community." "I've been around for See HERNDON, Page 7A

Officers from across the region attended the vigil for Herndon held at Patriot Park’s Amphitheater in Kings Mountain. See more photos of the vigil on page 2A.

Home for Christmas continues in Kings Mountain By Christy Conner The sights and sounds of Christmas continue in Downtown Kings Mountain as Christmas lights brighten the sky and the sounds of your favorite Christmas tunes fill the air. Bring the kids downtown to meet Santa on Wednesday and Saturday evenings this week. The city added a giant Snow Globe, allowing children to see and talk to Santa while maintaining social distancing. While it is not the traditional sitting on Santa’s lap photo opportunity, kids can still get close and talk with Santa in a safe and protected way. Costner’s Christmas

parking on South Battleground Avenue. These special lights will be available for viewing throughout the Christmas season. Need a special gift for that special someone for

Christmas? December 19 marks the last day of the Artisan Pop-Up Market. Local craft vendors will be on hand once more selling their hand-crafted wares. Our downtown businesses

have extended shopping hours as well. Other surprises await you at the Kings Mountain Home for Christmas Celebration. Dress warmly and remember your mask.

A child poses in front of a beautiful wreath for a Hallmark moment. See more photos on page 6A. Photo provided Lights Extravaganza, a wonderful display of Christmas lights formerly owned by Grady and Katie Costner, continues to greet visitors to Patriots Park. Visitors are encouraged to stay on the path through the park to stroll through this magical wonderland of

lights while enjoying traditional Christmas tunes from Liberty Falls Amphitheatre. The Mayor’s Downtown Christmas Fantasy Light Show synchronized to music from Let it Snow Radio 87.9 FM, can be viewed by strolling down Railroad Avenue or by

Carriage rides continue through Saturday. Photo by Loretta Cozart

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Vigil honoring Officer Tyler Herndon Photos by Gary Smart, Sr.

Tyler Avery Herndon KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Patrolman Tyler Avery Herndon, 25, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on December 11, 2020 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. Born in Mecklenburg County, NC, he was preceded in death by grandfather Adolphus “Junior” Phillips, uncle James Phillips and cousin Kristina Phillips. He was a 2017 graduate of UNC Charlotte majoring in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology. At the time of his death, Tyler was employed with the Mount Holly Police Department as a Patrolman. Tyler always wanted to be in law enforcement and loved his job. He was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. He enjoyed spending time with friends and liked to make those around him laugh. He was an avid fan of soccer, football, basketball and baseball. He was a loving son, grandson, brother, boyfriend, cousin, and friend. The family sends its deepest thanks to the Mount Holly Police Department and community for their overwhelming support as well as the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office for its assistance to the family. He is survived by his parents: Mark and Debbie Phillips Herndon, Kings Mountain, NC; sister: Lindsey Herndon, Charlotte, NC; girlfriend: Holly Weldon, Belmont, NC; paternal grandparents: Ray and Jean Herndon, Kings Mountain, NC; maternal grandparent: Vicki Phillips, Charlotte, NC; uncle: Chris Herndon (Mary), Orlando, FL; aunts: Deana Reep (Kerry), Belmont, NC; Terri Phillips, Belmont, NC; 6 Cousins Funeral services were held on Tuesday December 15, 2020 at 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church in Kings Mountain, NC with Rev. Dr. Steve Taylor and Rev. Dr. John Sloan officiating. It was recommended that those attending wear masks and practice social distancing. Tyler lay in state Tuesday December 15, 2020 from 10:00 AM til 1:00 PM at First Baptist Church, Kings Mountain, NC. Interment was held in Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

Tyler Herndon’s family, L-R: Grandparents Jean and Ray Herndon, (behind them) Uncle Chris Herndon, girlfriend – Holly Weldon, sister – Lindsey Herndon, and his parents Debbie and Mark Herndon. Officer Tyler Herndon served the Mt. Holly Police Department, and the vigil was held on what would have been his 26th birthday.

Tyler’s classmates from Kings Mountain High School came to honor their friend. In honor of his birthday, the group released 26 balloons.

Tyler’s father, Mark, hugs organizer Jennifer Fredell and thanked her for organizing the event.

Pastor Chip Sloan spoke to the crowd.

Organizer Jennifer Fredell welcomes those who attended who came to mourn and support the Herndon family. Highway Patrolmen stood at attention in honor of fallen Officer Herndon.

Lighting a candle.

Christy Walker sang “Grace”.

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COVID-19 vaccine approved By Loretta Cozart The FDA approved the Phizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine on December 10 and the rollout should begin soon, according to the Department of Defense. So what comes next? In a press release issued on Dec. 11, the US Food and Drug Administration informed Phizer that it will rapidly work toward finalization and issuance of an emergency use authorization. Then the vaccine goes to the CDC for approval. United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar, said the US would work with Pfizer to get the vaccine shipped out, so that it could be administered to the most vulnerable people by Monday or Tuesday. In our area, Atrium Health Charlotte will distribute the vaccine. Hospitals in NC to receive the vaccine include: • Bladen Healthcare LLC (Bladen County Hospital) • Caldwell Memorial Hospital • CarolinaEast Medical Center • Catawba Valley Medical Center • Cumberland County Hospital System Inc (Cape Fear Valley Health System) • Duke University Health System • Henderson County Hospital Corporation (Margaret

R. Pardee Memorial Hospital) • Hoke Healthcare LLC (Hoke Hospital) • The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Hospital Authority (CMC Enterprise) - Atrium Health • University of North Carolina Shared Services Agreement • Wake Forest Baptist Health NC DHHS released their vaccination rollout plan in October. First to receive the vaccine, in Phase 1a, will be every health care worker at high risk for exposure to COVID-19—doctors, nurses, and all who interact and care for patients with COVID-19, including those who clean areas used by patients, and those giving vaccines to these workers. Additionally, long-Term Care staff and residents— people in skilled nursing fa-

cilities and in adult, family, and group homes are included in this phase. Second to receive the vaccine, in Phase 1b, will be adults with two or more chronic conditions that put them at risk of severe illness as defined by the CDC, including conditions like cancer, COPD, serious heart conditions, sickle cell disease and Type 2 diabetes, among others. In that same phase, adults at high risk of exposure including essential frontline workers (police, food processing, teachers), health care workers, and those living in prisons, homeless shelters, migrant, and fishery housing with 2+ chronic conditions. Phase 2 immunizes Essential frontline workers, health care workers, and those living in prisons, homeless shelters, or migrant and fishery hous-

ing, adults 65+, and adults under 65 with one chronic condition that puts them at risk of severe illness as defined by the CDC. In Phase 3, the vaccine will be made available to college and university students, K-12 students when there is an approved vaccine for children, and Those employed in jobs that are critical to society and at lower risk of exposure. Phase 4 makes the vaccine available to everyone who wants a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccination. Some people may have temporary reactions after being vaccinated, such as swelling from the injection, tiredness or feeling off for a day or two, according to NCDHHS. According to the state’s Interim COVID-19 Vaccination Plan Executive Summary released on Oct. 16, “North Carolina is exploring the use of the federally supported web-based Vaccine Administration Management System application as well as an alternative end to end system to support data collection and tracking efforts. These systems will allow us to track doses administered and support second dose reminders via these data collection systems and provider systems as well as the vaccine administration cards provided at the time of administration.”

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Legislative leaders, governor announce deal on rural broadband funding Legislative leaders and Gov. Roy Cooper reached a deal to ensure $30 million is allocated GOV. COOPER as promised to the Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology (GREAT) rural broadband proTIM MOORE gram. In September, the legislature passed, and Gov. Cooper signed, legislation to allocate $30 million in federal CARES Act relief funding to North Carolina's GREAT program, which provides grants to expand rural broadband access. US Treasury guidance jeopardized the eligibility of the funding because of questions about whether the CARES Act-funded rural broadband projects must be complete before a Dec. 30 deadline. To avoid potential issues associated with the risk of ineligibility, the legislative and executive branch successfully negotiated a solution. The executive branch will use the flexibility afforded by state law to redirect the $30 million previously allocated to the GREAT program to other eligible expenses for which state General Fund dollars would have been used. The legislature will then vote on a bill early next year to appropriate the newly freed up $30 million from

the General Fund to the GREAT program. Until the legislature formally appropriates the $30 million early next year, the Office of State Budget and Management will proceed with the administrative process of reviewing grant applications from providers and preparing contracts. That process generally takes several weeks anyway, so the time delay in awarding broadband grant under this new plan will be negligible. House Speaker Tim Moore (R-Cleveland) said, "Rural broadband remains a top priority of this General Assembly and our state is fortunate to have continued revenue availability to meet this need and make flexible budget adjustments as federal rules may require.” "This pandemic has emphasized the importance of high-speed internet for people across our state and it is critical that we continue increasing access in rural communities,” said Gov. Roy Cooper. “My administration is committed to following the law and getting maximum benefit from federal COVID relief funding, and I appreciate legislative leaders and my budget staff ensuring that funds can be used to expand internet access in North Carolina." Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) said, "I appreciate the work put in by legislators and legislative staff, working with Gov. Cooper and his team, to reach this agreement. Expanding access to rural broadband is a shared priority, and I'm glad we could successfully resolve this issue."

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OPINION

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

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Government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the Earth. – Abraham Lincoln

Pieces of Kings Mountain History I can remember the Christmas of 1965 as if it were yesterday. Before LORETTA then, my COZART memory is hazy, but that year was a very special one for me. That year, my family left our house on Gantt Street and moved to North Augusta, SC. My dad had a job with Daniels Construction Company that required we live in South Carolina for six months or so. I did not want to go because I thought our house would be lonely without us. I kissed it goodbye just before I left. Life on the Georgia /

South Carolina line was quite different. It was hot, very hot, and muggy there. The mosquitos were terrible, and trucks came around in the evenings and sprayed. I doubt that spray was very good for our health, but it was the ‘60s, after all. On the positive side, we had an ice cream truck visit our neighborhood every day. We lived on a main road with lots of traffic and next door was a gas station. There was a short cinderblock wall painted white between the two properties. Our backyard was fenced, and we had a neighbor who kept their dog in a diaper. We sure were not in North Caro-

lina anymore. Fort Gordon, Georgia was close by and convoys of soldiers in uniform drove by on a daily basis. It was during the Vietnam War and I often wonder about those men and how many made it home. That was the year I learned that earthworms could not live in trees. I found one and put it in the Y of a tee that was beside the house. I went back the next day to check on it and found it had not survived. That was the first time I remember taking the life of any creature. It was traumatic for me. The day finally came for us to return home to

Clev. County Potato Project appreciates your help By Doug Sharp, Co-founder of CCPP From a food drive in March to the final day of harvest in late DOUG SHARP October 2020 has been an unusual year for the Cleveland County Potato Project. We did not know we could conduct a food drive until COVID-19 created a need to feed people affected by the virus. With the help of many volunteers and supermarkets, we added 2000 plus cans of food, 9,000 pounds of potatoes, and hundreds of pounds of dry food to the shelves of agencies in Cleveland County. In early spring, 40,000 pounds of white potatoes arrived from Washington State. Donations from the uptown churches and individuals made this possible. Growers in Washington had a

surplus due to limited restaurant business. Potatoes were packed in 10 pound bags, filling a refrigerated trailer. This shipment put the potato project over one million pounds of potatoes given to local citizens during the past 11 years. It was a remarkable demonstration of community effort by such diverse groups as the Cleveland County Medical Society, churches, different organization and numerous individuals. Here in the county, 75,000 pounds of sweet potatoes were grown and given away. We are thankful for landowners, equipment owners, local press, and lots of donors for making this possible. As always, growing a crop of potatoes would not be possible without a large number of volunteers. (Always looking for more of these.) In normal years, lots of youth groups spend time in the summer in our county. That did not happen this year. We were forced

to hire people to do the work that volunteers normally do. We spent money that usually is spent for plants, fertilizer, etc. Hopefully, 2021 will be different. To end the year we are doing something a little different. An open letter will be sent to Santa Claus, trying to continue to aid needy people in Cleveland County. Our letter will testify to our good works and maybe ask for a used tractor, new or used truck, sweet potato slip planter, plows, etc. Or Santa can help the checking account grow by donating to the CCPP. A $10.00 donation buys one hour of labor. That type of greenery can be mailed to CCPP, 107 Quail Hollow Dr. Kings Mtn, NC, 28086. Being a 5013c, this may be tax deductible for Santa. We have been blessed in so many ways, even in a tough year. So, we give thanks and welcome your support.

Looking Back By Loretta Cozart Looking back to the September 25, 1965 issue of the Herald, an article quoted Today’s Health, the magazine of the American Medical

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paralyzing disease because of the overwhelming success of Salk and Sabin vaccine. These vaccines have not irradicated the viruses which cause polio. “ “Rather, like all vac-

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Kings Mountain. As luck would have it, we drove home in a terrible snowstorm. Dad had a Volkswagen Bus, and it did not have traction in the snow. It barely had traction on dry roads, let alone snowy ones. Even full of family and belongings, the ride home was treacherous. We were stacked and packed into the bus and I remember praying we would get home safely. We arrived home on Christmas Eve and mom and dad made palates on the floor for us to sleep. Our furniture was still packed, so we made do. My brothers and I slept in the living room. We had a silver Christmas tree with

a light wheel that colored the tree. I remember falling asleep looking at the light reflecting from the tree. In the night, my brothers awoke to find Santa had left us presents. They were trying to determine what gifts they got, but I did not dare do that. I could wait and mom and dad already warned us against opening presents before the morning. That year, I got a baby doll and a crib. When you turned her over, she said, “Mama.” I also got a red cowgirl had and a pair of pistols. I am sure there were more gifts than that, but my 5-year old brain could only remember so

much. The biggest gift for me that year was being home in Kings Mountain, near the neighbors we knew, and our extended family nearby. Once again, our house was filled with chaos and the laughter of five children. I am not sure how my parents did it. They had five children in 12 years. In my memory, parenting five kids was much akin to herding cats. I had missed our house and was thankful to be home. Upon our return, our little house on Gantt Street was lonely no more.

When does Christmas begin? Christmas has My mother different beginwould make ning times for cookies, cakes most everyone. and pies. My For some it’s dad would alwhen you put ways buy a big up the Christbox of apples mas tree and the and oranges. It Glenn Mollette seems like they decorations. For Guest Editorial others it’s when lasted a week. you wrap some Christmas represents and put them ally began when family under the tree. While came home. When we for others it’s about the all got together, that’s Christmas music. When when it seemed Christthey first start hearing mas really started. The Christmas songs on the excitement came by all radio then Christmas has of us being together. begun for them. Sharing gifts was fun Christmas may begin and provided moments for you when your famof laughter. Eating my ily arrives home to share mother’s delicious meal in your celebration. Or was always a stable your Christmas celebraholiday treat we always tion may really begin enjoyed. when your family finally The best past part was leaves. everyone being together When I was a child for a couple of days. Christmas started for me Now, with social diswhen everything came tancing, this may be one together. The big fresh element of Christmas tree was hewn down that many will not get to from the hillside. Once it enjoy in 2020. was decorated, I started So many thousands of watching for Santa. But people have died from it still wasn’t Christmas COVID-19 and they will until I came up with a be missed at the Christbig package of firecrack- mas table. If this is you ers, cherry bombs and please cling to the hope other noisy fireworks. of life beyond this world I always loved putting and that you will see firecrackers and cherry your loved one again. bombs under cans to see I believe throughout how far they would fly our planet that seeing through the air. our sick friends get well

would make a great Christmas for all of us. Christmas is different this year. We must enter Christmas this year with hope. You have to have hope to live. Life without hope is like a car with no fuel. A vaccine for COVID-19 is coming. We are praying this will spare lives in 2021. We have hope that by next Christmas we can all get together once again and celebrate. Keep in mind there has never been anything normal about Christmas. Mary and Joseph and the Baby Jesus spent their first Christmas in a barn which was like a cave for animals. The baby was laid in a cow’s trough for a bed. Christmas always has the potential of being very different. Remember, Christmas is in your heart and that’s where your main celebration and hope lie. May hope and Christmas be bright and rekindled anew and afresh. May you, within your spirit, hear the bells on Christmas day. And may you hear the angels sing, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth, peace to all men on whom His favor rests.”

cines, they trigger the body’s defenses to build up antibodies which can combat the viruses if they could gain entry into the body. All persons who have not been immunized against polio are still vulnerable to attack. Three viruses which cause polio have been

“If polio were to strike your family, it would be a tragedy no matter how few others were stricken. Do not take a chance, even a slim one. Check with your doctor regarding immunization against polio for you and your family.”

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Tis’ The Season (Part 3) portive people The book remind us that of Ecclesiasthere is still tes Chapter 3:4 life and we are states “a time not alone. 2020 to weep, and a has limited our time to laugh: physical ina time to mourn teractions, reand a time to moved some of dance.” This our traditional year has caused celebrations, many to weep, Rev. John Houze and changed and approxiPeople’s Baptist Church our normal. I mately three see this as an hundred thousand households have had opportunity to do some to mourn. Even though things that can have lastweeping and mourning ing and far-reaching efcan be painful, it is part of fects in our lives, and in the grieving and healing the lives of others. process. Take a second to reflect In times such as these, it is critical to have sup- on the disappointments portive people around you have experienced this us. Support can ease the year, then think about othpain of our loss. Sup- ers who have had similar

cumstances for many who feel isolated or forgotten, So remember your presence in someone’s life who is hurting is one of the greatest gifts you can give; reminding them they matter. Ecclesiastes 3:4 also states, “a time to laugh and a time to dance.” May we prayerfully be the one who brings good tidings to another, thereby bringing some joy to their world. And if we plant joy, we will receive a great return on our investment. It is truly more blessed to give than to receive. This season is about gift-giving? So give the gift of blessing someone with your presence. Be Blessed!

or possibly even worse situations happen in their lives. Now ask yourself, what can I do to support this person or persons over the Christmas Holiday. Support doesn’t have to be complicated, just intentional. Sending a card, a phone call, an email, or even the lost art of writing a letter may just be the support they need. Other ways of acknowledging others and showing support could be as simple as holding a door open for a stranger or offering a smile to the person behind you in line. Its’s amazing what a kind gesture can do when we are feeling down. This season is a hard time under ordinary cir-

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First Wesleyan Church Smoky Mountain Christmas Sunday, December 20 Join First Wesleyan Church in Kings Mountain at 505 Piedmont Avenue for a “Smoky Mountain Christmas” musical presentation on Sunday, December 20. There will be two per-

formances, first one is at 9:30 am & an encore performance at 11 am. These performances will take place in the Family Life Center/Engage building. The public is welcome.

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Kings Mountain Area Church Directory St. Paul United Methodist Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-1256 Sunrise Baptist Church 208 Mail Road 704-692-3007 Temple Baptist Church 612 N. Cansler Street 704-739-4716 The Favor Center Church 602 Slater Street True Gospel Holiness Church 1608 Shelby Road 704-739-6764 Unity AME Zion Church 948 Unity Church Road 704-228-0328

Penley’s Chapel 1508 N. Piedmont Ave. • Kings Mountain Long Creek Presbyterian Church 701 Long Creek Road 704-629-4406

Mt. Olive Baptist Church Compact School Road 704-739-4516

New Way Missionary Baptist Church 105 Waco Road 704-724-0414

Love Valley Baptist Church 2032 Bethlehem Road 704-730-0075

Mt. Zion Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354

Oak Grove Baptist Church 1022 Oak Grove Road 704-739-4833

Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Ave. 704-739-6811 Midview Baptist Church 703 Margrace Road 704-739-6711 Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354 Mountain View Agape Church 506 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-0160

New Beginnings Church of Jesus Christ 541 Crocker Road 704-730-9507 New Bynum Chapel AME Zion Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-2606 New Camp Creek Baptist Church 863 New Camp Creek Ch. Road 704-487-7128 New Life Family Worship Center 428 Oak Grove Road 704-739-9371

Pathway Baptist Church 3100 Parkdale Circle 704-734-0852 Patterson Grove Baptist Church 301 Oak Grove Road 704-739-5826 Penley’s Chapel Church 1805 N Piedmont Ave 704-524-4139 Peoples Baptist Church 1010 Groves Street 704-739-0398

Vestibule AME Zion Church 2175 Vestibule Church Road 704-739-7961

Progressive Church of Our Lord 1001 Cleveland Avenue 704-734-1070

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Sisters share holiday warmth with Y kids By Loretta Cozart On Friday, Gibby McClarran and Diane Toffolo dropped off 100 handmade mittens and scarves for their Y kids at Kings Mountain Family YMCA. They made a few extra adult sizes too, to give the parents who might need them this winter too. The sisters have been knitting

them since March. The ladies knitted them for the children in the YMCA Learning Academy and the staff will distribute them to parents when they pick up their children. Diane and Gibby love the Y and missed being there. To keep themselves busy, the duo so went for walks and knit during the shutdown. Their knitting

was a good way to stay busy. Gibby said she could knit one pair of mittens a day, it is very time consuming. The scarves were a little easier. Kevin Osborne said, “The Kings Mountain Family YMCA is very thankful for the hard work and generosity of Gibby and Diane.”

L-R: Ranata Wingo, Natalie Hammett and Abby Williams (all Y Learning Academy Staff) accept the gifts donated by sisters Gibby and Diane.

Sponsor A Holiday Meal - 2020 for Hospice Pictured L-R: Ranata Wingo, Y Staff member, Gibby McClarran , and Diane Toffolo deliver knitted scarves, hats, and gloves for children in the YMCA Learning Academy. Photos provided

Hospice invites the public to Sponsor A Holiday Meal- 2020 for Hospice in-home patients and their family. Any $$ contribution

amount is greatly appreciated. Christmas deadline is December 18. Individual meal includes: meat, 2 vegetables, bread, desert, tea/

lemonade. Each meal will be prepared by Ingles Deli and costs $10.00. Everyone in the family will receive a meal!

(The recipes in today’s Cooking Corner are from “Star Spangled Recipes,” a cookbook published by American Legion Auxiliary, Department of North Carolina, as a fund-raising project.) A truck full of warmth for students and families of the YMCA Learning Academy.

MILLIE’S CHEESE BALL Mildred Fowler 1 small can crushed pineapple, drained 16 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 cup pecans, chopped Combine pineapple and cream cheese. Roll into a ball. Roll ball in chopped pecans. Serve with crackers. SAUSAGE BALLS Rachel Strouth 1 lb. sausage, room temperature 8 oz. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated 10 oz. Bisquick mix Mix all together. Make balls, place on cookie sheet, bake in hot oven for 7-8 minutes.

CHRISTMAS SALAD Sue Gooch 1 bag miniature marshmallows 1 pint whipping cream, whipped 2 med. apples, chopped 1 lb. whole cranberries, chopped 1 cup sugar 1 cup walnuts, chopped Mix marshmallows, cranberries, and sugar. Refrigerate overnight. Next morning: Mix all ingredients. Chill 2 hours before serving. PRIME RIB Julie Baker Start at 3 p.m. to serve at dinner. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cook 1 hour. Turn oven off. Keep oven

door closed. Forty-five minutes before serving turn oven to 300 degrees. CHERRY YUM YUM Pat McLaughlin 1 pkg. Dream Whip 8 oz. cream cheese 1 tsp. vanilla ½ cup sugar 1 can cherry pie filling Graham cracker crumbs Line 8x8 casserole with Graham cracker crumbs. Mix Dream Whip as directed; add sugar, vanilla and softened cream cheese. Spread over the Graham cracker crumbs. Spread the cherry pie filling on top and refrigerate to chill before serving.

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■ POLICE ARRESTS DEC. 4: Jeffrey Tryon Ross, 49, 1417 Shelby Road, violation of release order, no bond. DEC. 4: Brandon Dwaine King, 33, Bessemer City, assault with deadly weapon on law enforcement officer, felony; eluding; felony; failure to heed blue light; no registration plate; misdemeanor larceny; careless and reckless driving; resist, delay and obstruct; speeding, $25,000 secured bond. DEC. 5: Connie Kay Michelle Quinn, 50, 613 Mauney Ave., criminal summons, larceny. DEC. 7: Sherri Hacker Ramsey, 205 Patterson Road, possession methamphetamine, possession heroin, possession cocaine, felonies, $10,000 secured bond. DEC: 7; Uriah McCree, 18, 202 S. Juniper Street, assault with deadly weapon, communicating threats, $2500 unsecured bond. DEC. 7: Whitney Sierra Smith, 31, 526 Baker Street, show cause, $500 secured bond. CITATIONS DEC. 1: Kimberly Wright, 44, 110 Latham Drive, driving

with revoked license. DEC. 3: Xavier Davis, 24, Gastonia, possession of marijuana, driving on revoked license. DEC. 7: Reid Strickland, 929 Church Street, no vehicle registration.

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and of the utmost importance. If you would like to try your hand an organic gardening, or you know someone who does, be sure to stop in. If you are in the need of a manicure, pedicure, or both, Elle & Co. provides salon and spa services, including their lash lounge. Take a moment to pamper yourself and relax. Jack & Georgia serves the fashion needs of teen girls and young women in the Kings Mountain area. Whether you daughter, niece, or granddaughter are hard to shop for, especially if they enjoy trendy fashions, you are sure to find a gift to make them smile. They carry accessories, dresses, outerwear, pants, sets, shoes, and a variety of other items. Uptown Girl Boutique carries fashion items for the slightly older, yet fashion conscious shopper. Uptown Girl Boutique provides upscale fashion that you can wear anywhere. They carry clothing including pants, tops, dresses, outerwear, sets, tops, and accessories for petite to curvy women. Trackside Traders offers a bit of everything, from furniture, to clothing and acces-

From Page 1A treasured gifts, custom made styles and expert jewelry repairs. Just down the block is Uncommon Artisans, a shop that carries an eclectic range of handmade items: candles, home goods, jewelry... items for body and mind. The feature curated permanent artists and rotating artists, bringing unique gifts for that hard to buy individual on your list. For the crafty person, consider Carolina Cotton Company, home to a diverse selection of premium quality fabrics in a wide range of colors and prints. They have novelty fabrics, sports teams, floral and landscapes, tribal prints, or bold contemporary designs? There is something there that will inspire creativity. Their fabric is cut with rotary cutters to prevent ripping or tearing and carefully packaged. If you are looking for alternative ways to garden, check out Inorganics Plus. If hydroponics interest you, stop by and chat. Their company is based on the belief that their customers’ needs are the grassroots of their business

INCIDENTS: DEC. 4: A resident of York Road reported her 2007 Mazda was scratched and sugar was poured in the gas tank. DEC.7: Diversified Textile Machinery, 133 Kings Road, reported theft of a catalytic converter. WRECKS DEC. 3: Officer H. W. Carpenter said Kyle Brandon Anderson, 208 Unity Church Road, operating a 2018 Chevrolet, was driving on NC 161 at I-85 behind a large truck pulling a trailer. A large amount of pebbles fell from the trailer which was in tow striking his vehicle and doing damage to the front, wind shield and head lamps. Anderson said the truck driver gave him a telephone number to call and he and police were unable to contact the truck driver. Property damage was

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Lisa Marie Fitch, late of Cleveland County, State of North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 9th day of March, 2021, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 9th day of December, 2020.

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estimated at $1600 to Anderson’s vehicle. DEC. 6: Officer Jason Lamar Dee said Vivian Hill Landers, 521C Jackson Street, operating a 2011 Kia, backed from a stopped position in the parking lot at 216 Cleveland Avenue into a Chevrolet operated by Michael Wilerson of Hickory Grove, SC. Property damage to the Landers vehicle was estimated at $1500. DEC.8: Officer H. W. Carpenter said Tereka Laborn, Grover, operating a 2011 Honda, struck a 2014 Toyota operated by Philip Rathman of Gastonia. The accident happened on NC 161. Rathman was driving in the right lane and was forced to merge into the left lane to avoid a vehicle that had pulled into his lane of travel from the parking lot of Bojangles. Rathman said he was forced to continue left partially into the oncoming lane while applying brakes to avoid this vehicle. Laborn was traveling north on the same roadway behind Rathman but was unable to s top nd hit the right rear of a trailer that was being towed by Rathman. Property damage to the Honda was estimated at $1200.

On December 8, 2020, the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office Narcotic’s Division and Community Interdiction Team conducted a vehicle stop on Crowder Road at Padgett Road. During the stop, officers located approximately 107 grams of methamphetamine and $614.00 in US Currency. Cassie Elaine Cogdell, 20, 1300 Padgett Road, Shelby, and Christine Lee Derosset, 49, 138 Dulin Road, Blacksburg, were charged with two counts of trafficking methamphetamine. Mrs. Derosset and Mrs. Cogdell were placed into the Cleveland County Detention Center with $100,000 Secured Bond. Another stop was made at the same time on West Zion by the Cleveland

sories. Their newest addition is their ladies clothing boutique. They feature a variety of stylish clothing in sizes from XS to 3x. They look for unique clothes and accessories and strive to have new items arriving each week. While there, be sure to step next door for tasty beverage. And remember those smaller boutiques setup at Kings Mountain Historical Museum and Southern Arts Society. If you are looking for unique art, items to brighten every room in your home, or a book for local history lovers, these are the places to shop. A portion of your purchase supports the mission of each of these organizations. If the family wants new furniture for the holidays, be sure to visit Farmer’s Furniture to decorate any room in your home, setup a home office, or purchase outdoor furniture or lawn equipment. These folks are close by and have a variety of items to meet your needs. Downtown is home to two hardware stores that have supplies for whatever DIY or holiday project you might tackle: Bridges Hardware and Hometown Hardware. Both have a plethora of tools and workwear that make great gifts. And if you need any help with your project, just stop in and ask the experts to get your project done right. Family Dollar is on the edge of downtown, but they have a variety of items including last minute gifts, cosmetic and gift sets, toys, wrapping paper, household needs, small electronics, groceries, and snacks. They are conveniently on your way

and are budget friendly. If you know someone who enjoys older items, not necessarily antiques, but items that are a flash to the past, visit Cash Pro Pawn and Cleveland Music, Kings Mountain Thrift, or 2nd Appreciation. All have a variety of items to make that special someone on your list smile this Christmas. While downtown, be sure to check out the variety of dining options. We have two new restaurants, 133 West and Tara Mia. But tried and true options are available also. If you have not eaten downtown lately, you may be surprised by the choices you now have Whether you chose to grab a pizza at Papa Johns or Domino’s or prefer to dine-in at 238 Cherokee Grill, Mountain View, Sub Factory, Thai Hut Restaurant, or Mountain View, you cannot go wrong. If you time your meal right, you can enjoy the lights downtown and in Patriots Park for Christmas. Shopping local can save you time, gas, and money. And it helps the community, your friends, your neighbors, and your family. In fact, 62% of U.S. small businesses reported that they need to see consumer spending return to pre-COVID levels by the end of 2020 in order to stay in business, as reported in Amex-commissioned 2020 Small Business Recovery Research poll. When you Shop Small this holiday season – and all year long – you can help create a big impact and help the community in the big way.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Bobby Gene Fitch, Jr., late of Cleveland County, State of North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 9th day of March, 2021, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to said estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 9th day of December, 2020.

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Having qualiﬁed as Co-Executors of the Estate of Wanda M. Propst of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of the said Wanda M. Propst to present them to the undersigned on or before 16th day of March, 2021 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned.. This the 16th day of December, 2020. Allan M. Propst Co-Executor for the Estate of Wanda M. Propst 312 Downing Drive Kings Mountain, NC 28086 704-813-2120 and/or

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County Sheriff’s Office Community Interdiction Team. During the stop officers located 2.5 grams of methamphetamine from Clinton Lee Ogle. Mr. Ogle, 50, 763 McGill Hwy, Blacksburg, was charged with Possession of methamphetamine and was placed the Cleveland County Detention Center with a $2,500 secured bond. Both of these stops came as a result of an investigation into drug

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pacted the business. “We had to cancel our New Year’s Eve Party, because businesses have to close at 10 am under the Governor’s Executive Order. We cannot serve any alcohol past 9 pm. Even so, folks usually stay around until we close at 10 pm.” With the governor’s executive order, Huggins plans to open at from 7 am to 10 pm on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. The business will be open from 7 am to 6 pm Tuesday and Thursday and is closed Sunday. “I welcome folks to drop by and say hello. We offer a wide variety of coffee and also have a full-service bar,” she said. “Local artists display their work here and folks come by to see that. Drop by and check out our menu, grab a coffee, and shop. If you are looking for a fun evening on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday, come on by.”

From Page 1A this help me a lot. I offer a service and the more opportunities I have to play in town gives me the opportunity to earn a living locally. In the last week, I have played here at Revolution Brewhouse, Trackside Traders, the Country Club, and the American Legion. We have a lot going on now but need to get the word out that local music is available in town.” Huggins said, “We offer live music on Friday and Saturday nights. On Monday, we have Open Mic Night and that is very popular. Folks bring their own instrument and play. And on Wednesday, we have Karaoke Night with DJ Tommy Tonka. Both of those are very popular. Every week, more and more people show up.” Like most other businesses, COVID-19 has im-

HERNDON From Page 1A a long time and one of the things I can do is read potential in young police officers, and Tyler had that potential." he said. Chief Roper described Herndon as a selfless man who routinely stood up for what was right. Chief Roper said, “Society lost a good man today. You can tell he was raised well. His parents should be recognized for this. They raised a fine young man. He is the guy who liked to be around, he liked to be involved. He was quiet, but he would join in and you liked to be around him.” His parents are Mark and Debbie Phillips Herndon of Kings Mountain. His twin sister is Lindsey Herndon. His girlfriend is Holly Weldon. When asked why he hired Herndon, Chief Roper said, “He had personality, bearing, and the work ethic that was right for our community. He was with us just less than two years.” This was Herndon’s first position as a police officer, and he is Mount Holly’s first officer lost in the line of duty. Late Friday, Officer Herndon was brought home to

Community. The total street value of the seized drugs is approximately $7,000. We would like to thank the community for providing us with good information in this case. Please continue to send us TIPs on the Sheriff’s APP, Facebook, or call 704-4844831. We take all tips seriously and investigate them thoroughly.

Kings Mountain, escorted by police officers from departments across the region. The procession was several miles long, driving southbound on I-85. Drivers pulled off the road to allow the fallen officer to pass as he was taken home to Kings Mountain. Fire departments displayed flags at overpasses, and the procession was covered live by local television stations. Over the weekend, Mt. Holly businesses displayed blue lights to support Herndon and the Mount Holly Police Department. On Sunday, December 13, the day what would have been Henderson’s 26th birthday, two vigils were held in honor of him. A candlelight vigil took place 5:30 pm at Mount Holly Municipal Complex. Another celebration of life vigil was held on Sunday at 6:30 pm in Kings Mountain at the Patriots Park Amphitheater where 500 – 700 guests came to mourn and support Tyler’s family. Herndon lay in state Tuesday December 15, from 10 am until 1 pm at First Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. His funeral was held at 2 pm with Rev. Dr. Steve Taylor and Rev. Dr. John Sloan officiating. He was laid to rest at Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery.

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COVID-19 vaccine being delivered to Atrium Health Main in Charlotte. Photos by Atrium Health

Atrium Health first to administer COVID-19 vaccine in NC High-priority patient-facing teammates among the first in the nation to receive Pfizer vaccine Atrium Health announced Monday it was the first health system in North Carolina to administer an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer. The health system has developed comprehensive plans to safely and effectively distribute the vaccine, as vaccination is the best way to prevent infection from COVID-19. "Today, my spirit is certainly lifted with the vaccine arriving and December 14 will be a historic day I will remember for the rest of my life," said Eugene A. Woods, president and CEO of Atrium Health. "This has been a year that has tested all of us, and after fighting in the trenches 24/7, I am so happy that the cavalry is finally starting to arrive. Teams have been working around the clock at Atrium Health to prepare for vaccine distribution, and while we still have some months of heavy lifting, our frontline heroes have started to get the protection they deserve as we continue to provide health, hope and healing to each community we are privileged to serve.” Pfizer reports its vaccine is 95% effective in preventing COVID-19 among people who had no evidence of prior infection. Due to limited initial supply and based on national and state guidance, the first batch of the Pfizer vaccine is being given to Atrium Health teammates in high priority, patient-facing areas such as the emergency department and medical intensive care unit, and areas where healthcare workers are at a higher risk for COVID-19 exposure. Dr. Katie Passaretti, medical director of Infection Prevention at Atrium Health, was the first to receive the vaccine in North Carolina today. “This is a moment of hope as this vaccine has the potential to change the course of where we are with the pandemic,” said Dr. Passaretti. “I couldn’t

be more excited. I feel perfectly fine and I haven’t had any issues or complications with the vaccine. I would highly encourage everyone to talk with your doctor and consider getting vaccinated when it is available for you.” Although the health system has started a new and very hopeful phase of combatting this virus by administering a vaccine for COVID-19, it remains critical for everyone to continue practicing COVID-Safe behaviors such as wearing a mask, social-distancing and handwashing, before and after having been vaccinated. As a nationally recognized leader in shaping health outcomes through innovative research, education and compassionate patient care at hundreds of care locations throughout the Carolinas and Georgia, Atrium Health is bringing the most advanced therapies to patients and anticipates treatment trials it's running will guide physicians closer to identifying additional safe and effective treatments. To date, Atrium Health has conducted 10 clinical trials to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Atrium Health also opened a voluntary vaccine research registry, which allows people to learn more about vaccine research and development. People who take part in the registry may be invited to participate in COVID-19 vaccine trials in the future and will be provided with convenient access to trials should they be interested. Participating in clinical trials is a way for people to receive potentially lifesaving medications before they become FDA available. Clinical trials are crucial for advancing research and bringing new vaccines to the general public. For more information about Atrium Health’s COVID-19 research registry, call 833-451-1188, visit AtriumHealth.org/ COVIDVACCINE or email STRIVEVaccineRegistry@atriumhealth. org.

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Mrs. Campbell’s Kindergarten Grover Elementary Dear Santa, My name is Allie Mae McKee. I am 6 years old. One nice thing I did this year was clean my room. Three things that I would like for Christmas this year are a princess cooking set, a princess light up vanity set and lots of games. Thank you, Santa! Love, Allie McKee Dear Santa, My name is Avery Ledford. I am 6 years old. One nice thing I have done this year is give old toys away to a little girl who needed toys to play with. Three things that I would like for Christmas are, LOL Surprise house, American girl doll, and an Xbox. Thank You, Santa! Love, Avery Dear Santa, My name is Antonio. I am 5 years old. One nice thing I have done this year is present. Three things that I would like for Christmas this year are Spider-man, Flash and Iron Man. Antonio Sarah Ramsey Kindergarten Class Grover Elementary Dear santa, My name is charlie sisk. I am 5 years old. One good thing I have done this year is go to school and be nice to my friends. Three things I would like for

christmas is a drone with a controller, a robot, and a skateboard! Love, charlie sisk Dear Santa, My name is Sylas. I am 5 years old. One nice thing I have done this year is helped a friend when they fell. Three things I would like for Christmas this year are Batman imaginex house, dinosaur lookout from paw patrol, and all power ranger persons. Thank you Santa!! Love, Sylas Dear Santa, My name is Christian. I am 6 years old. One nice thing I have done this year is to be thankful for my brother Asher. Three things that I would like for Christmas this year are sonic hedgehog toys, PJ Mask toys, transformers, and I want a toy car with a remote control and that’s it! Thank you Santa! Love, Christian Pizarro Dear Santa, My name is Asher. I am 3 years old. One nice thing I have done this year is I put the train on the carpet to play. Three things that I would like for Christmas this year are Buzz LightYear toys, transformers, lots of gum, and a horse . Thank you Santa! Love, Asher Pizarro Dear Santa My name is Nitalya Kay. I am 6 years old. One nice thing I have done this year is help my grandma

get her wheelchair in her room. Three things that I would like for Christmas this year are a baby sister, a barbie house, and a barbie van. Thank youSanta! Love, Nitalya Kay.

Mrs. Sparks 2nd Grade Grover Elementary Dear Santa, My name is Braelon Race. I am 5 years old. How do reindeer fly? This year for Christmas I want a guitar, a lot of cars, and a go cart. I have been really nice. Love, Braelon Dear Santa, My name is Isabella Sisk, and I am 5. I like to play the hedgehog video game with my daddy. For Christmas I want a JoJo bow, new pink shoes for school, new paint, and a toy train. Thank you Santa. Love, Isabella Dear Santa, My name is Makayla Kay Thompson. I am 6 years old. My brother is naughty because he called me names. This year I want more Barbie stuff to go with my new Barbie house. I also would like Tiny Tukkins Rabbit family. I will leave cookies and milk. Love, Makayla Dear Santa, How you been? What is Mrs. Claus doing? I am Maleak Moore. This year I want a Cowboy fake gun, a Cowboy belt, and a Cowboy lasso. I want a

horse too. I will leave you chocolate chip cookie. Love, Maleak Dear Santa, I am Emily Faith Poston, and I am 6. This year I have been listening to my mommy and daddy, cleaning up my bedroom, cleaning up the living room, and doing all my homework. Can you bring me Barbie kid size glasses, a Barbie laptop, a Barbie book, and a Barbie school chair. I have been wanting this stuff for a million years. I am going to leave you some little cookies and pour you some milk in a cup. Love, Emily Dear Santa Claus, My name is Bradly Slayton. I am 5. I want a Paw Patrol House because it is really cool. I can put it in my room and play with it. Also I want a rainbow jeep, and when I grow up I can drive it. I have been nice. My sisters have been good too. Thank you. Love, Bradley

Dear Santa Claus, I am Seanna Roseboro, and I am 5 years old. When my little sister wakes up I read her books and get her some milk because she is thirsty. For Christmas I want a Barbie Dream House, an American Girl Doll Shower, a tea party set, and one of those squishies. I am giving you milk and cookies for Christmas. Love, Seanna

Dear Santa Claus, I am Levie Wright. I am 6. How do your reindeer fly? I have been good this year because I haven’t pointed my BB gun at nobody this year. For Christmas I want a toy pistol and a Hotwheels Mustang with rubber tires. I love you Santa. Love, Levie Dear Santa, My name is Anthony Raylen Jones Thomas. I am 6 years old. I have had three sleepovers at Milly Bugs house. Can you bring me my own blue motorcycle the same size I am, toy dinosaurs, toy dragons, and toy sharks. I am going to leave you cookies and milk out and a toothbrush so your teeth can be clean after you drink your milk. I love you. Love, Raylen Dear Santa Claus, My name is Bel Tuttanon. I am five. I have been good, but my brother has been naughty. He fights with me all day. I want a dirt bike for Christmas. You can set it under the tree. I want a Barbie Dream House with a Barbie with her own refrigerator and shower and a kid and a dog and a husband. I really want a big pool in my backyard. I also want a little puppy doggie that can’t grow and not a big crazy dog. Can I come to the North Pole? Love, Bel Dear Santa Claus, My name is Rel Weaver,

and I am 5. What are you doing today, Santa? I am working at school. Can you bring me a hoverboard, a Barbie doll house, and a LOL house with surprises? I also want a little car that I can get in. You are the best in the world! Love, Rel Dear Santa, I am five, and I am Kya Jones. I have been good this year. I want for Christmas a unicorn that you can pet and it can walk. I want a Barbie toy and a toy kitchen. I am going to leave you cookies but I don’t know how to make them. Thank you. Love, Kya Dear Santa, I am Kason Hayes, five years old from North Carolina. I am sorry if I have been bad. I accidentally pulled my sister’s hair. For Christmas this year I want a RC car motorcycle and a flying drone that has a rowbar around it so it won’t get stuck in trees. Thank you. Love, Kason Dear Santa, This is Bentley Blanton, 6. I have been nice this year to my brother, Cameron. For Christmas I want Super Mario Tennis, Magic Trax, a camera, and Super Mario Odyssey. If you hear my dogs when youtube to my house don’t be afraid. Love, Bentley See more Santa Letters Pages 2B-5B

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Dear Santa Claus, I am Keilan Smith and I am 5. Can you bring me a dog, a real one? I will name him I-man. I want a Lion King motorcycle with bars and a gas pedal that goes up and down. I want a Nerf gun with a long tube that can shoot 100 meters per hour, a remote control tank, and western guns cause I lost mine. I will leave you a book on the table, but it’s not hooked to a trap. Love, Keilan Dear Santa, My name is Aubeni Ivester. I am five. I am on the nice list. I help my mom fix supper and clean my room. I want a Barbie car, candy, and books. I will leave cookies. Love, Aubeni Dear Santa Claus, My name is Joseph Bell and I am just five. I don’t help at home much but I am nice. Can you bring me a Robot, the big one that moves around? I also want a new car, candy in my stocking, and some stickers. I will leave you cookies. Love, Joseph Dear Santa, My name is Madison Hamrick. I am five years old. The best thing I did this year was play in the mud with my brothers. It was fun. Do you mind bringing me a snowboard and a teddy bear? Thank you. Love, Madison Dear Santa, I am Johnathon Inthavong and I am 5. I have been nice to my sister because I jumped on the jumpaline with her. For Christmas I want a real motorcycle, a snowboard, a car, and a Spider Man toy. I can’t leave you gingerbread mans because my sister ate them all. Love, Johnathan Dear Santa Claus, My name is Chase Auton. I am 5 years old. I like to play basketball and jump on the trampoline by myself. For Christmas I want a Thunder Wrestling Battle toy, a baby dirt bike, a play toy dragon, a green jeep for my dad, and a Christmas tree car. I will leave you Santa cookies. Love, Chase Mrs. Morrissette’s First Grade Bethware Elementary Dear Santa, I want make-up, a unicorn, vet stuff, a king, and a kangaroo for Christmas. I think I should get those

things because I have been good and I wrote you a letter. Love, Karsyn Dear Santa, I want a cup stacking set, a phone 11, Play Station 5, an air pod black, and legos. I hope I get those things because I’ve never had them and I like to listen to music. Love, Kayden Dear Santa, I want shoes, clothes, a dog, a phone, and a toy car for Christmas. I think I should get them because I have been good and I cleaned up my room. Love, Xaria Dear Santa, I want shoes and stuffed animals for Christmas. Love, Amanda Dear Santa, I want a gocart, remote control stuff, a laptop, a notebook, and a phone. I think I should get those things for Christmas because I have been cleaning my room and I have been helping do chores. Love, Michael Dear Santa, I hope I get spider man gloves, a monster truck, some toys, and toys for my brother. I should get those so we would have some good toys for Christmas. Love, Brantley

Dear Santa, I hope I get a Baby Alive, a Barbie doll, makeup, and a bike for Christmas. I think I should get those things because I help my sister. Love, Katelynn Dear Santa, I want a PS4, Playstation games, and toys. I think I should get those things because I have been a good big boy. Love, Kareem Dear Santa, I want a Barbie with a wheel chair, Barbie who takes care of babies, Barbie ambulance, Kinetic Sand, and markers. I hope I get all of those things so my brother and I will have more toys to play with and they sound really fun. Love, Eva Dear Santa, I want a bow and arrow, more hot wheels, more race tracks, more monster trucks, and remote control police car. I think I should get all those things because I have been really nice and have been helping my mommy and daddy. Love, Weston Dear Santa, I want a Good Guy Doll, Come to Life Woody and Benton Army Tricks. Love, Asa

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Dear Santa, I want a coloring book and some more play blocks. Love, Savanna Dear Santa, I want a calendar, an army set and a cardboard box to make a castle. Love, Landon Dear Santa, I want a Nintendo Switch, Sonic Dot Exe that comes with tails, a fireman set, a jurassic park set, a shark set with a scuba diver and a batman action figure with accessories. Love, Jared Dear Santa, I want a painting set with crayons, playful pandas, XOXO Friends, LOL Dolls, a toy puppy, a cheetah covered coloring book, a toy unicorn, Jojo toys and a mermaid tails blanket. Love, Adriana Dear Santa, I want a kitchen set, a unicorn toy and a rainbow ball. Love, Envy Dear Santa, I want a Cave Club Members toy set, a unicorn

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coloring book and Barbie dolls. Love, Kyra Dear Santa, I want a play computer, a fluffy scarf, a princess coloring book, some reading books, video games for my Nintendo Switch Light, a Barbie doll, a Barbie doll Dreamhouse, a play toy castle for me and my sister to play in together and some legos. Love, Ella Mrs. Owens & Ms. Jordan’s 1st Grade Bethware Elementary Dear Santa, I have been real good this year. I would like an Xbox, a scooter and a new bike and a dog. How old are you? Thank you! Rihley

dresses and purple slime. I will make you some cookies. Please bring me presents. Thank you! Dana Dear Santa, Hey! How are you? I would like a new outfit and two LOL surprises and new bows. I would also like new shoes. Do you actually go through doors? Thank you! Lillian Dear Santa, Could you bring me phone, LOL surprises, a walking dog and a guinea pig that I will name fluffy? How old are you? What are your reindeers name? Thank you! Ariah

Dear Santa, I have been good and smart this year. I would like airpods and football men. What do you eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner? Thank you! Joshua Dear Santa, I would like LOL surprise, a cat toy, dolls with

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Dear Santa, Can you bring me a phone, baby doll, bows and a new bunny? I have been very good this year! Thank you! Gracelynne Dear Santa, Would you bring me a unicorn crybaby, LOL surprise, a phone? How old are you? Thank you for my gifts from last year! Annie Dear Santa, Hey! I have been good this year! I would like some remote control cars, a real horse, a dog so I can train it to bark at my brother. How old are you? Thank you ! TK Dear Santa, I have been a little bit good this year. I would like a LOL boom box, red balloon dog, a pixie fairy and a pixie flyer. Do you really have a white beard? Thank you! Conor Dear Santa, How are you? I would like a baby doll, bows, Barbies, and stuffed animals. I would also like some new shoes. Thank you! Hailee

Dear Santa, I would like a chef toy, lion toy, shark toy and a PS4. I would like to have new pillows. Can you make me a chef toy? Thank you! Kendrick Dear Santa, I would like 3 JoJo concert tickets. I would also like for all of my friends and family and my elf to be happy. How do you get around without making any noise in houses? How do you go around the whole entire universe in one night? Thank you! Isabella Dear Santa, Can I have a toy car, legos, robots and some new shoes? How do you and your reindeer fly? Thank you! Liam Dear Santa, I would like a new dinosaur that looks like Jack, a race car and a sand bucket. How do your reindeer fly? Thank you! MJ Dear Santa, I would like some clothes for my American Girl doll, new ornaments, and clothes for me and a new car. I

will leave you some cookies! What is your favorite cookie? Thank you! Harmony Dear Santa, Can I have a JoJo Siwa doll, JoJo Siwa car that I can drive? How are you so quiet when you come down the chimney? Thank you! Kylie Dear Santa, I would like a Paw Patrol toy and a stuffed animal. Thank you! Eli Dear Santa, I would like a JoJo Siwa bedroom, a JoJo Siwa bathroom, and a remote-control car with JoJo on it. I would also like an American Girl doll. Can you bring Hunter a Blippi shoes and a Blippe remote-control car? What are your elves names? I will try to call you! Thank you! Savannah Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Herndon 1st Grade Bethware Elementary Dear Santa, Has Rudolph been good? I want a penny board and

a drum set and the pianos with the buttons that make a lot of music. And a dog toy for pudge. Love, Rylan Dear Santa, How is Mrs Claus and you doing? I want a frozen ice palace castle and frozen barbies to go with it. Love, Emma Dear Santa, How are your reindeers doing? I want an American girl doll and a Barbie. Love, Ariel Dear Santa, Santa how are you doing? I have been doing good in school. Thank you for bringing me some presents. Love, Chesney

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a robot reindeer. Love, Yosmar Dear Santa, I hope you are doing well. I want a bath bomb maker and a nail kit and I want a baby alive grow and blingers. Love, Kiley Dear Santa, How are you doing? I like school. I want a whole gymnastics set that I can go on and 2 american girl dolls. I want a bath bomb maker like Kiley and I also want a my little pony set and a ginormous unicorn and an ipod. I want a tiny baby frozen backpack not my size but a toy size. The last thing is a scooter. Love, Abby

Dear Santa, I have been good at school and home. I want a monster truck remote control, a beyblade, and a electric scooter and a pool. Love, Isaiah

Dear Santa, How was the Rudolph movie? We love you! I want 2 walkie talkie sets and a spiderman costume. I want a leash because my dog needs a leash and a blue collar. Love, Andy

Dear Santa, Are the reindeers good? I am good at school. I want

Dear Santa, I have been good! I love you Santa. I want a Bar-

bie car and an anna cup. I want babydolls and pink peppa pig. Love, Georgia Dear Santa, I have been good at school. I love my family. I want a hanging chair with a pink pillow and animal crossing for my switch and I want the movie where the vampire turns into a bat and his daughter turns into a bat. It’s the third one. Love, Ember Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I love your elves. What I want for Christmas is a bean bag chair and Kelsey wants her heartburn to go away. And I want a guitar and Kelsey wants a drum. Love, Leah Dear Santa, I love you. I hope that you have a great day! I love you! What is your favorite game? What is your favorite movie? Is it the Grinch or the elves? Gordon has been good. And I love you santa. Love, Ruby Grace

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THE SAVIOUR IS BORN

We Celebrate Christmas

Luke 1 The Birth of Jesus Foretold 26 In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27 to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28 The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” 29 Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. 30 But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God. 31 You will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus. 32 He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, 33 and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever; his kingdom will never end.” 34”How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” 35 The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called[c] the Son of God. 36 Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have a child in her old age, and she who was said to be barren is in her sixth month. 37 For nothing is impossible with God.” 38”I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May it be to me as you have said.” Then the angel left her. Mary Visits Elizabeth 39 At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, 40where she entered Zechariah’s home and greeted Elizabeth. 41When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. 42In a loud voice she exclaimed: “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the child you will bear! 43But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? 44As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. 45Blessed is she who has believed that what the Lord has said to her will be accomplished!” Mary’s Song 46 And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord 47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, 48 for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, 49 for the Mighty One has done great things for me— holy is his name. 50 His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation. 51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. 52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble. 53 He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty. 54 He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful 55 to Abraham and his descendants forever, even as he said to our fathers.” Luke 2 The Birth of Jesus 1 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2(This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to his own town to register. 4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, 7 and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. The Shepherds and the Angels 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ[a] the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14”Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.” 15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.” 16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, 18 and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. 19 But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. 20 The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told. Scripture taken from the Holy Bible New International Version

Dear Santa, I want you to have a good

Christmas. I want bunk beds so I can sleep with my friends if they come to my house. I want corona virus to be over. I want to be able to go to other peoples houses. I want to be smart and grow big. I want a doll, a pony, and candy. Love, Kylie Dear Santa, I love santa! I want a little train track for my brother. I want a toy little car. And a bicycle. I want a little book. Love, Emily

Dear Santa, Ho! Ho! Ho! Happy Christmas! I want a cooking set and some drums. A computer and a guitar. Love, Zander Dear Santa, I like you. I want barbies and animals for barbies. I want legos and dresses for barbies. Love, Averi Dear Santa, Comet, my Elf on the Shelf is being good but Mrs. Franklin’s Elf on the shelf is being bad. I want a drone with a light thing

and a remote control. I want a new Thomas battery train and a new hot wheels set with lots of hot wheels and a race track. Love, Kayden Dear Santa, I want a Bluey Doll, a Tweety Bird bobble head, a ballerina poster, a cat mask, a bike, digital alarm clock, and a Bluey blanket. I really hope I get those things because I help with chores at home and work hard at school. I will leave you some cookies, milk, and carrots for your reindeer.

Love, Madeline

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RECIPES

• Once baked, roll while still hot in confectioners’ sugar until coated. Let cool. Lightly dust with more confectioners’ sugar.

Coconut Macaroons 2/3 cup all-purpose flour 5-1/2 cups flaked coconut 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk 2 tsp. vanilla extract

Chewy Sugar Cookies 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1-1/4 cups margarine 2 cups white sugar 2 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 cup white sugar for decoration • Preheat oven to 350 degree. In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside. • In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and 2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just blended. Roll the dough into walnut sized balls and roll the balls in remaining 1/4 cup of sugar. Place cookies 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets and flatten slightly. • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned at the edges. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Rolled Sugar Cookies 1 1/2 cups butter, softened 2 cups white sugar 4 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 5 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt • In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cover, and chill dough for at least one hour (or overnight). • Preheat oven to 400 degrees). Roll out dough on floured surface 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Cut into shapes with any cookie cutter. Place cookies 1 inch apart

on ungreased cookie sheets. •Bake 6 to 8 minutes in preheated oven. Cool completely.

Amish Sugar Cookies

(Soft cookie made with batter, rather than dough) 1-1/2 cups vegetable oil 1-1/2 cups white sugar 2 eggs 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 1 cup buttermilk 3/4 tsp. salt 3/4 tsp. vanilla extract • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. • Mix together vegetable oil (yes, 1 1/2 cups of vegetable oil), sugar and eggs. Mix in the flour, baking soda, baking powder, buttermilk, salt and vanilla. • Pour teaspoon-sized amounts of batter onto cookie sheets, leaving plenty of room in between. These cookies will puff up and get large. • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.

Peanut Butter Cup Cookies 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons milk 40 miniature chocolate covered peanut butter cups, unwrapped • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Sift together the flour, salt and baking soda; set aside. • Cream together the butter, sugar, peanut butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla and milk. Add the flour mixture; mix well. Shape into 40 balls and place each into an ungreased mini muffin pan. • Bake at 375 degrees for

about 8 minutes. Remove from oven and immediately press a mini peanut butter cup into each ball. Cool and carefully remove from pan.

Peanut Butter Balls 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips 2 tablespoons shortening • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; set aside. • In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, butter, vanilla, and confectioners’ sugar with hands to form a smooth stiff dough. Shape into balls using 2 teaspoons of dough for each ball. Place on prepared pan, and refrigerate. • Melt shortening and chocolate together in a metal bowl over a pan of lightly simmering water. Stir occasionally until smooth, and remove from heat. • Remove balls from refrigerator. Insert a wooden toothpick into a ball, and dip into melted chocolate. Return to wax paper, chocolate side down, and remove toothpick. Repeat with remaining balls. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.

Russian Tea Cakes 1 cup butter 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup chopped walnuts 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar for decoration • Combine all ingredients, mix well. • Refrigerate dough until chilled. • Roll dough into 1 inch balls and bake for 15 minutes in a preheated 350 degree oven.

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or aluminum foil. • In a large bowl, stir together the flour, coconut and salt. Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla using your hands until well blended. Use an ice cream scoop to drop dough onto the prepared cookie sheets. Cookies should be about golf ball size. • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until coconut is toasted.

Pumpkin Bars 4 1 1 1

eggs 2/3 cups white sugar cup vegetable oil (15 oz.) can pumpkin puree 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. salt 1 (3 oz.) package cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. • In a medium bowl, mix the eggs, sugar, oil, and pumpkin with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Stir into the pumpkin mixture until thoroughly combined. • Spread the batter evenly into an ungreased 10x15 inch jellyroll pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in preheated oven. Cool before frosting. • To make the frosting, cream together the cream cheese and butter. Stir in vanilla. Add confectioners’ sugar a little at a time, beating until mixture is smooth. Spread evenly on top of the cooled bars. Cut into squares.

Marshmallow Puffs 36 large marshmallows 1-1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup chunky peanut butter 2 tablespoons butter Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; butter the foil. Arrange marshmallows in pan. In a

microwave, melt the chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter; stir until smooth. Pour and spread over the marshmallows. Chill completely. Cut into 1-1/2-in. squares.

Mounds Balls 1/2 pound unsalted butter 3-3/4 cups confectioners’ sugar 1 pound sweetened shredded coconut 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk 1 cup chopped walnuts 1 teaspoon vanilla extract CHOCOLATE COATING: 2 cups (12-oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips 4 oz. unsweetened chocolate 2 -inch x 1-inch x 1/2-inch piece paraffin wax Round wooden toothpicks Styrofoam sheets In bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add coconut, milk, walnuts and vanilla; stir until blended. Chill until slightly firm; roll into walnut-sized balls. Insert a toothpick in each ball. Place balls on baking sheets; freeze. In double boiler over simmering water, melt chocolate chips, chocolate squares and paraffin wax. Keep warm over hot water. Using picks as handles, dip frozen balls into chocolate mixture; stick picks upright into was paper-covered Styrofoam sheet. Chill until firm. Remove picks and package candy in individual paper liners. (May also be frozen.)

Christmas Fudge 4-1/2 cups sugar 1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk 1/2 cup butter, cubed 2 pkgs. (11-1/2 oz.) milk chocolate chips 4-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped 3 cups chopped walnuts, toasted 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 4 ounces white baking chocolate, melted • Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil; coat with cooking spray. • In a heavy Dutch oven, combine sugar, milk and butter. Bring to a rapid boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 5 minutes. Remove from heat. • Stir in chocolate chips, marshmallows and chopped chocolate until melted. Fold in walnuts and vanilla. Immediately spread into prepared pan. Drizzle with melted white baking chocolate; cool completely. • Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Remove foil; cut fudge into 96 squares. Store between

layers of waxed paper in airtight containers.

Slow Cooker Chocolate Candy

2 pounds salted dry-roasted peanuts 4 ounces German’s sweet chocolate (about 4 squares) 12-oz. pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips 2 1/2 pounds white almond bark

• Put the peanuts in the bottom of a 4-quart slow cooker. Layer the chocolate over the peanuts, beginning with the sweet chocolate, followed by the chocolate chips and then the almond bark. Set the temperature on low and cook for 3 hours. Do not stir the mixture. After 3 hours, stir the mixture with a wooden spoon until smooth. • Drop the candy into cupcake pan liners using about 2 tablespoons per liner. Allow the candy to cool completely before removing the cupcake liners.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge 4-1/2 cups sugar 2 tablespoons butter 12 oz. can evaporated milk 2 cups chocolate chips Half of 16 oz. bag mini marshmallows 16 oz. jar peanut butter • Combine sugar, butter and evaporated in large saucepan. Let mixture come to a boil, lower heat and stir on very slow boil for 8 minutes. Remove from heat. • Immediately mix in chocolate chips, peanut butter and mini marshmallows. Stir until well combined. • Pour into greased 9 x 13 pan and let cool.

White Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods 1 pkg. pretzel rods 1 pkg. white chocolate candy melts or Almond Bark 1 tablespoon shortening (Crisco) if needed Sprinkles • Melt your chocolate according to package directions (or use mini crock pot) If the chocolate is a little thick add some shortening to thin it. • Line a baking sheet with wax paper. • Break pretzel Rods in half. Dip broken end in melted chocolate, tap excess off. To avoid dripping, give your wrist a little twist to turn the pretel. • Sprinkle a few sprinkles on melted chocolate then place dipped pretzel on wax paper to harden. • Repeat with remaining pretzels.

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Realignment first draft has KM in BS 3A

Kings Mountain High runners making the All-Big South Conference team were, front row, left to right, Nicole Poston, Ashley Gural, Parker Wilson, Thalia Kushman and Divinity Ervin. Back row, left to right, Parker Key, Marty Lovingood, Hunter Cruise and Kohen Johnson.

KMHS women’s cross country comes within point of BSC title Kings Mountain High’s young men’s and women’s cross country teams fared very well in last week’s Big South Conference championship meet at Gastonia Ashbrook. The heavily-favored Forestview women’s team got a big scare from the Lady Mountaineers as the

Lady Jaguars won by just one point, 34-35. And, the perennial champion Forestview men surprisingly came in second to the Stuart Cramer Purple Storm. It was Cramer’s first cross country championship in its history. Kings Mountain came in third.

Kings Mountain placed five women and four men on the All-Big South Conference team. KM women gaining the honor were Thalia Kushman, Divinity Ervin, Nicole Poston, Ashley Gural and Parker Wilson. KM men selected were Parker Key, Marty Lovin-

good, Hunter Cruise and Kohen Johnson. Kushman, a freshman, put up an amazing 2.5 mile fight going stride for stride with Forestview senior Emma Hughlett. The Forestview runner finally put some distance on Kushman to pull off the victory. See BSC, Page 2B

KM spikers sweep Lady Chargers, take sole possession of BSC lead

“We feel really good about our situation,” he said. “I would be shocked if it changes. Some of the split conferences are concerning, and they might change some.” He said there are still some questions to be answered, one of which is the length of a JV season since the varsity season will be reduced to 10 games as well as the start date for JVs since varsity can’t begin until August 28. He said the season-ending date must be addressed because, as it appears right now the state championship game would be on the same date as the Shrine Bowl. “But, as far as the Big South schedule, we hope that we can put South Point on the date that we have Hunter Huss now and just move on,” Bridges said. “Kings Mountain and South Point had a long rivalry (before the Raiders dropped to 2A) and we look forward to renewing it.” The Big South athletic directors were meeting Monday to discuss realignment and their possibilities. While short travel distances are good for the Big South, other teams in the area face a lot of long trips. The proposed 1A/2A conference that includes Cleveland and Gaston teams isn’t expected to change any, but several schools in other split conferences will have miles to go on Thursday and Friday nights. Rutherford County 2A teams Chase, East Rutherford, RS Central and Thomas Jefferson will be playing in a split 1A/2A conference that includes mountain teams Brevard, Hendersonville, Polk County, and Rosman. *(A side-note: Many former KM opponents will be moving to 4A in the fall, including AC Reynolds, TC Roberson, AL Brown, Weddington and Charlotte Catholic).

Dec. 30 volleyball game cancelled Kings Mountain High’s scheduled volleyball game at Lincoln Charter on December 30 has been cancelled because of Covid cases at Lincoln Charter.

KM athletic director Matt Bridges said the game would not be made up and at this time no other game has been scheduled to replace it.

KINGS MOUNTAIN MOUNTAINEERS Aaliyah Byers, left, and Myracle Davis go up to block a shot in last week’s KM victory over Crest at Parker Gym.

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No Big South teams have been able to take Kings Mountain’s volleyball team past the required three sets this season, but the Lady Mountaineers’ chief rival and defending conference champion Crest came close in Wednesday’s match at Donald L. Parker Gymnasium that closed out the first round of conference play. The Lady Mountaineers prevailed 28-26, 25-10, 2826, leaving them as the only undefeated team in the Big South Conference and the favorite to end the season as conference champions. The Lady Mountaineers got a good all-around game from all of their players. Senior star Aaliyah Byers, the leading candidate for Big South Player of the Year, had her typical great game with 16 kills, 15 service points, 10 serve receptions and 11 digs. Freshman Meile Songaila continued her outstanding play with 15 kills, 12 service points, 19 serve receptions and 12 digs. Paige Bagwell did her usual good job of setting up her teammates and recorded 16 assists and six digs. Ashlyn Wood provided 18 assists and 11 digs. Emma Goff showed great leadership on the court to go with her three kills and seven assists. Kyann Crocker provided See SPIKERS, Page 2B

The North Carolina High School Athletic Association released its first draft of the 2021-25 realignment plan Thursday and Kings Mountain will remain in Conference 50 (which should still be called the Big South 3A). The league will be the same as it is currently, with the exception of Hunter Huss which will be moving to the 2A level, and South Point which is coming back to 3A after a four-year stay in 2A. Other teams in the Big South are Crest, Ashbrook, North Gaston, Forestview and Stuart Cramer. Hunter Huss will move to a split 1A/2A Conference 40 which also includes 2A teams Burns, East Gaston and Shelby and 1A teams Bessemer City, Cherryville and Highland Tech. That league will probably be called the Southwestern Conference. Schools will be given several opportunities to oppose their placement before it becomes official, but Kings Mountain athletic director Matt Bridges said he is confident that the proposed Big South will not change. “It worked out pretty good for us,” he said of the first draft. “The Big South is a good conference and it’s good travel-wise. Community support is very important and Big South Conference teams bring a lot of fans.” Beginning in the fall schools will only play 10 regular season games. Kings Mountain will definitely keep county rivals Shelby and Burns on their schedule giving them two other non-conference games, one of which will be an endowment game. Bridges said he has already contacted some schools about possible playing dates and hopes to at least get a rough draft of a schedule in the next couple of weeks. But nothing can be set in stone until the realignment is official.

KM’s Kyann Crocker makes a great return in last week’s victory over previously unbeaten Crest at Parker Gym. See more photos on page 7B.

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Ashlyn Wood sets up Meile Songaila in last week’s KM volleyball win over Crest at Parker Gym.

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Emma Goff returns the ball to the Crest offense in last week’s volleyball action at KMHS.

Rebecca Foy sets up a teammate in KM JVs win over Crest.

From Page 1B Kushman’s time was 23:05. Ervin finished fifth, Wilson seventh, Gural 10th and Poston 11th. Rounding out the KM lineup were Emma Herndon and Emily Phelps, who finished 21st and 22nd respectively. Parker Key led the Kings Mountain men with a seventh place finish at 18:42. Stuart Cramer’s Nick Willer finished first in 16:16.94. KM’s Hunter Cruise came in 11th, Marty Lovingood 13th and Kohen Johnson 14th. Other KM finishers were

SPIKERS From Page 1B five service points, 13 digs and 13 serve receptions. Kings Mountain’s JVs continued their unbeaten ways as well with a 25-12, 25-17 victory over a good Charger squad. Austyn Dixon’s offense was one of the key factors in the KM win. Jessie Ozmore had eight service points and did a good job running the offense, and Addi Peeler had 10 service points. The Lady Mountaineers began second round BSC play Friday with a 25-13, 2511, 25-12 victory over Stuart

Cramer in Belmont. Byers had 17 kills, 13 service aces and 11 digs. Songaila had 16 aces and five kills, Gold and Goff four kills each, Crocker seven digs, and Bagwell and Wood 13 and 10 aces, respectively. Kings Mountain will host North Gaston Thursday and travel to Hunter Huss Friday. The Lady Mountaineers will host Ashbrook Monday, Dec. 21 for their final pre-Christmas game. Their final two regular season games will be against BSC teams Forestview at KM on January 5 and Crest away on January 7. NCHSAA playoffs begin on January 12.

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Lily Gold’s high return was one of many Mary Grace Hogue serves for the KM JVs in Austyn Dixon goes up high to get a point for exciting moments for the KM varsity in last week’s sweep of Crest at Parker Gym. the KM JVs in last week’s match with Crest. last week’s first place battle with Crest at Parker Gym.

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

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) 8539300

2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH MOBILE HOME. $500 Deposit, $540 Month. “No Pets!” Call or Text (704) 300-3647.

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

FARM & GARDEN

PETS & LIVESTOCK

CLEVELAND COUNTY

1998 27’ FLEETWOOD Tracker Trailstar. On Ford E-450 Super Duty, w/36,330 miles. Great deal at $7,995. Never be homeless! 828-453-0828.

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. 828-245-6756.

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

FOR RENT

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

WANT TO BUY DANNY’S AUTOWERKS. Buying used or junk cars. Competitive prices. Call Danny 828-289-3081 or Jimmy 828-289-1175.

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. 828-2869457.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

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

2 BAY GARAGE FOR RENT. Ellenboro area, Hwy. 74 Business. $325 per month. 828-429-5001. A CUT ABOVE. 2 Bedroom, 2 Full Baths, updated, clean, mobile, large private country lot, big mountain view, new paint, new carpet, storage building, end of road, $650 month. No pets or smoking. 828-289-2407. ICC AREA, BEST VALUE. Energy Efﬁcient 2BR Apartment. Like new, SS appliances, $550 rent/deposit. References required. 828-2481776. 3BR, 2BA MH. Beautiful Wooded Park. AGE 50 over. Landlord on site. No pets. Background check. Call after 10am, 828-429-9831. 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $500 per month. 828382-0475.