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Volume 126 • Issue 34 • Wednesday, August 20, 2014

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KM teachers pumped up for new school year DAVE BLANTON dave.kmherald@gmail.com

For fourth year teacher Meredith Alexander, the novelty and excitement of returning to the classroom in August a few weeks before kids show up for their first day certainly hasn’t worn off. The third grade teacher at North Elementary has been busy buying supplies, decorating her room and

otherwise gearing up for school, which begins Monday across the county. “You’re tired but you can’t sleep,� said Alexander, whose room is covered nearly wall to wall with posters and pictures that evoke tropical, surf and jungle themes. “It’s a stressful time for (teachers). But I’m excited.� Alexander’s “Wall of

Fame� is empty now, but that will change come the first week back to school because each student will get their picture posted there. Throughout the year – as achievements, birthdays and other milestones mount – the board will be updated with fresh snapshots of the kids. On the other side of the See TEACHERS, 6A

REFURBISHED CROSS – Mountain Rest Cemetery workers have refurbished and repainted the stucco cross and landscaped the surrounding area at the city-owned cemetery. The cross, which centers the cemetery in Veterans Park, was built in the early 1970s. From left, Mayor Rick Murphrey, Tommy Painter, Paul Swink, cemetery supervisor, Daryl Dixon, construction supervisor, and Mike Gaffney. Not pictured: Rick Ford. Photo by ELLIS NOELL

Post 155 to join in Legacy Run Meredith Alexander, a 3rd grade teacher at North Elementary, readies her classroom for the start of school. She and other teachers say August is the most exciting time of the year.

New leadership, counselors at KMMS, KMHS for 2014-15 DAVE BLANTON dave.kmherald@gmail.com

Although David Smith has just begun his first year as principal of the Kings Mountain Middle School, he’s not exactly a stranger to many on the faculty. As a math teacher, coach and later an executive assistant at Burns Middle School, he was already on a first-name basis with some of his new co-workers. And being picked to lead the Home of the Patriots fit in with another professional connection he had: the school’s previous principal, Mickey Morehead, was a mentor to him as he rose from teacher to administrator. “I’m very impressed with the work of the teachers

here,� Smith said last week in his office at t h e Phifer R d . Dr. Stephen school, Fisher adding that he’s still in the process of meeting the entire staff, most of whom were getting back to their jobs in the last week or two after the summer break. The first day of school for students is Monday. In the last year, Smith was the assistant principal at Crest Middle School. Smith has wasted no time embracing Patriot Pride, noting that KMMS has placed close to the top relative to other middle schools in the county in end of grade testing for several years now. “We want to continue with that success,� said Smith, who lives in his hometown of Casar with his

w i f e Meagan, a m a t h teacher at Burns Middle.

ELIZABETH STEWART lib.kmherald@gmail.com

The American Legion Legacy Run will traverse 1,336 miles through eight states before ending up in Kings Mountain Thursday at 2:45 p.m. at American Legion Post 155 on E. Gold Street. Legionnaires of Post 155 will welcome hundreds of riders and serve barbecue with all the trimmings about 4 p.m. Mayor Rick Murphrey and KMPD Chief Melvin Proctor will greet the riders, which will include Kings Mountain riders led by Rick Hamrick, at Highway 161 and a police escort will accompany the riders to the Post. The mayor will bring greetings at the Post where a large tent will be set up with tables and chairs to accommodate at least 300 while others can also enjoy the meal in-

side the Post home. Members of the American Legion Auxiliary will help serve the meal. Murphrey has issued a city proclamation proclaiming Thursday as American Legion Riders Day in Kings Mountain. It says in part: ''currently 106,000 American Legion Riders meet in over 1,000 chapters in every domestic department and in at least three foreign countries and have escorted military units returning home from combat tours overseas, conducted massive cross-country fund raising events for wounded warriors from all services, raised millions of dollars for countless local, state and national charities and participated in the Legion Legacy Run to annually raise scholarships for children of US Military personnel killed since Sept. 11, 2001.'' See LEGACY RUN, 6A

Jill Cruise “This is the third year in a row that there’s a new principal in this chair ‌ with regard to the great test scores we’ve seen out of this school, that’s a testament to how strong the staff is.â€? Morehead, who left an administrative job at the high school before joining the middle school staff in 2013, was over the summer named the Burns Middle School principal. Smith graduated from Appalachian State University with a bachelor’s in Middle Grades Education. He earned a master’s degree in Executive Leadership from Gardner-Webb See NEW LEADERSHIP, 6A

All invited to prayer walk Kings Mountain people will be putting feet to their prayers Sunday at 5 p.m., praying as they walk for about 30 minutes through their neighborhoods for school opening Monday and all those associated with the 2014-15 term of school. Prayer leaders will be at all schools in the county. In Kings Mountain and Grover, prayer leaders will be at East, North, West, Bethware Elementary Schools, Kings Mountain High School, Kings Mountain Middle School, Kings Mountain Intermediate School, and at Grover Ele-

mentary School. “This is one of the simplest way for us to get to-

gether in a body and pray for our schools,'' said Buford Burton.

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■OBITUARIES Faye Pope Finger KINGS MOUNTAIN – Mrs. Faye Pope Finger, 88, died Monday, August 18, 2014, while a resident at Ambassador Health and Rehab Center in Wadesboro, North Carolina. She was born in Duplin County, January 22, 1926, daughter of the late Ellie Randolph and Annie Williams Pope, the last surviving of six children. Mrs. Finger was a member of St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Kings Mountain. She spent her career as a registered nurse in patient care and administration at Kings Mountain Hospital. Mrs. Finger was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Frederick Eli Finger, Jr. She is survived by three children: son Rick Finger and wife, Tara, of Cornelius; daughter Lynn Horton and husband, Robert, of Wadesboro, and daughter Joan Settlemyer and husband, John, of Huntersville; ten grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, August 24, 2014 at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Kings Mountain with Rev. Josh Tucker officiating. A private interment will be held prior to the memorial service. Instead of flowers, the family requests memorials to St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 201 N. Piedmont Ave., Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or to Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC 28150. Leavitt Funeral Home of Wadesboro and Harris Funeral Home of Kings Mountain are serving the family.

Harris Funeral Home Arthur “Joe� Pasini KINGS MOUNTAIN Arthur “Joe� Pasini, age 71, resident of Kings Mountain, N.C., passed away Monday, August 18, 2014, at White Oak Manor, Kings Mountain. He was born in Easton, Penn., to the late George Fox Pasini and Ethel Butler Skrydlinski. Mr. Pasini was retired from US Air and served in the United States Navy for four years during the Vietnam War. He was a Mason and a member of the Catholic faith. Survivors include his wife of 37 years Pat Pasini, Kings Mountain; daughter

Rhonda Cotter and husband Robert, Kings Mountain; sister: Julia Lucke, PA; three grandchildren: James, Ryan, and Virginia; and seven great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel, Thursday, August 21, 2014 at 4 p.m., with Deacon James Trombley officiating. Visitation is from 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday, August 21, prior to the service at Harris Funeral Home, Kings Mountain. Inurnment is at Mountain Rest Cemetery Columbarium, Kings Mountain. A guest registry is available at www.harrisfunerals.com. Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home, Kings Mountain, N.C.

Harris Funeral Home Sam Greer Jr. SHELBY - Samuel Thiral Greer Jr., 80, of Melody Lane, died Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014, at Hospice of Wendover. Funeral services were held 3 p.m. Tuesday at ClayBarnette Funeral Home Chapel, with Dr. Rick Bowling officiating. Glenn and Linda Kay Haynes SHELBY - The families of Glenn and Linda Kay Haynes are sad to announce their passing on Friday, Aug. 18, 2014, at their home. Funeral services are Wednesday, 11a.m., at Beaver Dam Baptist Church. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, at the church. Lena Moore Kale SHELBY - Lena Moore Kale, 89, 401 N. Morgan Street, passed away Saturday August 16, 2014 at Cleveland Regional Center. A funeral service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Lafayette Street United Methodist Church. No visitation will be held for Mrs. Kale. Burial will be private and at some time before the service on Saturday. Tom Philbeck SHELBY Tom Philbeck, 86, a residence of White Oak Manor, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2014 at White Oak. A funeral service will be held Wednesday 2 p.m. at New Buffalo Baptist Church. Burial will immediately follow in the church cemetery.

â– POLICE ARRESTS AUG. 11: David Benny Rice Jr., 32, 1030 Barnet Dr., no operator's license, $315 bond. AUG. 13: Vernon Wendell Lamb Jr., 37, 1910 Alpine Dr., driving while license revoked, $563 bond, secured. AUG. 13: Rhonda Rankin Miller, 51, 511 Baker St., disorderly conduct, possession drug paraphernalia, $2500 bond, secured. AUG. 13: Tavarus Onell Ross, 24, 1101 Groves St., assault on female, injury to personal property, driving while license revoked, $4,000 bond, secured. AUG. 13: Brandon Michael Parnell, 24, 510 Piedmont, Apt. 6, resist, delay, obstruct, and probation violation, $26,500 bond, secured. AUG. 14: Brenda Sue Lee, 53, Wingate, NC, two felony counts obtaining property by false pretense, identity theft, $2400 bond, secured. AUG. 14: Marquise Sentez Nance, 22, 519 Crocker Rd., driving while license revoked, larceny, giving fictitious information to officer, $2500 bond, secured. AUG. 14: John Tyler Murray, 24, Grover, possession stolen goods, $1000 bond, secured. AUG. 15: John Franklin Vickers, 33, Mount Holly, simple affray, $1500 bond,

secured. AUG. 15: Christopher Martin, 23, 111 Christy Lane, simple affray, resist, delay, obstruct, $1500 bond, secured. AUG. 16: Eugene Thomas Holmes, 76, 205 W. Mountain St., obtaining property by false pretense, felony, $20,000 bond, secured. AUG. 16: Jeffrey Shane Wright, 19, 135 Dillon Rd., underage drinking, intoxicated and disruptive, $1500 bond, secured. AUG. 17: Cody Dylan Voisine, 22, 102 E. King St., resist,delay, obstruct and injury to personal property and injury to real property, $5000 bond, secured. AUG. 17: James Slater, 42, 308 Somerset Dr., domestic violence, assault, $7500 bond, secured. CITATIONS AUG. 5: Calvin Wardell Carroll, 35, 1304 Northwoods, expired tag, no vehicle inspection. AUG. 5: Holly Herring Bridges, 33, 1711 Northwoods, revoked license. AUG. 14: Jerry Zay Blanton, 62, 115 Brook Rd., no inspection, expired tag. INCIDENTS AUG. 9: A resident of Center Street reported that someone changed a name on a check already made out to him and cashed the check. AUG. 10: DRS Properties, 1418 Merrimont Ave.,

reported theft of a washer, dryer and refrigerator valued at $800. AUG. 12: A resident of Blanton Street reported that he suspected cruelty to animals when his three-yearold dog became sick and died under mysterious circumstances. AUG. 13: A resident of West Gold Street reported damage to tires on her vehicle. AUG. 13: East Gold Street Wesleyan Church, 701 E. Gold St., reported theft of the tag from the church van. AUG. 14: City of Kings Mountain, 1013 N. Piedmont Ave., reported theft of a water meter from 1054 Mountain Crest. AUG. 15: BB&T, 401 E. King St., reported that a customer tried to cash a false check. AUG. 15: A resident of Cloninger St. reported that someone took money from his bank account. AUG. 16: North Elementary School, 900 Ramseur St., reported a broken window glass. AUG. 17: A resident of West Mountain Street reported damage to a front window of the apartment. AUG. 17: A resident of Mary's Grove Church Rd. reported theft of a cell phone valued at $600. AUG. 17: A resident of Second Street reported an attempted break-in. AUG. 17: A resident of

Boyce Street reported theft of cast iron table, chairs and bench and wicker rocker and couch from front porch valued at $3,000. AUG. 17: A resident of E. Parker Street reported theft of a box of diapers and assorted knives. WRECKS AUG. 7: Officer H.W. Carpenter said that a parked car belonging to Timothy Morgan, 7011 Richmond Dr., was struck by an unknown vehicle and damaged slightly. AUG: 11: Officer Chris McKnight said that Anthony Perry, Brooklyn, NY, operating a 2013 Ford, hit a guardrail on I-85 near mile marker 9. Property damage was estimated at $3,000. AUG. 13: Officer Josh Bryant said that Charles Lee Odems, 425 Kings Falls Court, Apt. 103, operating a 2004 Chevy, struck a 2013 Honda operated by Mary Abernathy, Grover. The accident happened on NC 216 at Gold Street. Property damages were estimated at $2500. AUG. 13: Officer F.L. Wittington said that Kathleen Kelly, Waxhaw, operating a 2008 Ford on the US 74 Bypass, reported that a white Ford truck with a ladder struck the front corner of her car and did not stop. Property damage was estimated at $1500.

Bridges gets 10 years in prison on child pornography charges Chief U.S. District Judge Frank D. Whitney sentenced Charles Kevin Bridges to 121 months in prison Aug.13 on federal child pornography charges, announced Anne M. Tompkins, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. Bridges was ordered to register as a sex offender and to serve the rest of his life under court supervision after he is released from prison. Judge Whitney also ordered Bridges to pay $3,000 as restitution to a child pornography victim. U.S Attorney Tompkins was joined in making the announcement by John A. Strong, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Charlotte Division and Chief Stacy Conley of the Gasto-

nia Police Department. In March 2014, Bridges, 56, of Kings Mountain, pleaded guilty to one count of receiving child pornography and one count of possession of child pornography. According to filed documents and statements made in court, in January 2013, a law enforcement officer conducting an investigation downloaded images and videos containing child pornography from Bridges’ computer, using a peer-topeer network. Law enforcement executed a search warrant at Bridges' residence and seized a laptop computer and a USB drive. Court records say a forensic examination indicated that Bridges possessed an extensive collection of

Charles Kevin Bridges images and videos depicting children as young as toddlers engaging in sexual acts with adults. Bridges has been in federal custody since his bond was revoked in March 2013. He will be transferred to the custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons upon designation of a federal facility. Federal sentences are served

without the possibility of parole. The investigation was handled by the FBI and Gastonia Police department with assistance from the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Cortney S. Randall and David A. Thorneloe of the U.S. Attorney’s Office handled the prosecution. This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative launched in 2006 by the Department of Justice, aimed at combating the growing online sexual exploitation of children. By combining resources, federal, state and local agencies are better able to locate, apprehend and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the Internet, as well as to identify and rescue those victims.

Dover Baptist to hold P.E.A.C.E. Conference Dover Baptist Church, 1501 Polkville Rd., Shelby, will host the two day “ P.E.A.C.E. Purity Conference: “Purity Education According to Christ's Example�, sponsored by Project 180, Inc., Straight talk Inc. and Say DATT Ministries. The conference will begin on Friday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. with Family Fun Night featuring the Putnam Me-

morial Baptist Church Praise Team, illusionist Ronn Winter, comic ventriloquist Trish Dunn and God's Poet Ed Will. Conference sessions will be on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 8:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. that focus on the truth of purity according to the example set by Jesus Christ. Classes are scheduled for male and female, ages 13 and up, parents and single adults. Guest facilitators in-

clude Pastor Juan Cherry of New Creation Church, Jerry Reed of the Abuse Prevention Council, Nathan Childers of First Baptist Church of Kings Mountain, Mrs. Rhea Evans and Rev. Dim Smith, both of Calvary Baptist Church. The conference ends at 4 p.m. Sept. 6 with a banquet featuring gust speaker Rev. Cora Chambers of Faith Harvest Baptist Church of

Shelby. The Friday night event is free but full conference registration is $20 which also includes dinner, a t-shirt and ring plus all events and sessions. Visit the website at www.keepthepeaceconferenceevent brite.com. Call Nancy Hillman at 704-3000771 to ensure ring and shirt sizes. Register on-line by Sept. 2.

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Dixon assumes World Series tourism dollars provide a boost to local economy duties of asst. By Ellis Noell Special Events Co-ordinator, City of KM

Since the arrival of the playoffs that led up to the American Legion World Series (ALWS) Championship game in Shelby, the tourism dollars the event brought benefited many Kings Mountain businesses over the last week. “This multi-day sporting event has certainly helped our local hotels whose rooms have been booked by the visiting teams, families and supporters of the 15 baseball games. They’ve visited our restaurants and shopped in our stores. It’s those tourism dollars that help drive a positive economic impact here in Kings Mountain,� said Mayor Rick Murphrey. The ALWS, in conjunction with the American Legions’ National Convention being held next week in Charlotte and the arrival

Thursday of 600 motorcycles of American Legion Riders in Kings Mountain will also increase revenues to the hospitality and food service and retail businesses in Kings Mountain. The ALWS also presents an opportunity to promote the city. “We’ve been busy the last few weeks working with Carl White, producer and host of ‘Life in the Carolinas’, completing a 30 second commercial focused on life in Kings Mountain. It’s been

shown twice during each ALWS game on ESPN-3 and ESPN-U and was a great opportunity to share the good things about Kings Mountain worldwide. And, it’s also an opportunity to showcase our city and create more jobs through economic development,� added Murphrey. Kings Mountain will also be featured in an upcoming 30 minute episode of Life in the Carolinas, with production scheduled this fall.

Locations included in the commercial were Southeastern Container, STI, Greenheck, the Gateway Trail, the Gazebo and Rotary Splash Pad at Patriots Park, Moss Lake and the Cherokee Grill. Revolutionary War re-enactors from the upcoming Gateway Festival were featured in the opening of the commercial. “With the commercial’s broadcast content and storyline touching on our place in American history, airing the commercial during the ALWS was perfect timing, happening just as we rolled out our new marketing brand, ‘Kings Mountain North Carolina – It’s Revolutionary!’, and also having the chance to appear on the world stage through ESPN,� commented Ellis Noell, Public Relations and Events Director for the City of Kings Mountain. Plans include posting the commercial on the city website.

Help is needed to start Math Academy The Community Math Academy is coming to Kings Mountain next summer but the program needs a site and help with funds to keep it open. Executive Director Tropzie McCluney says the three week summer program targets rising 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grade students who are struggling with math and want to improve end of grade test scores. A Close the Gap initiative, the program is staffed by certified teachers and principals and was founded in 2008. McCluney said the academy has served more than 700 students since its inception. The students experience an additional week each summer at enrichment camps in art, robotics, science and physics in which parents also take an active role. “The success of Math Academy has been astounding as the data shows that our graduates show growth in math," says McCluney who says attendance for 2014 was almost 100 percent. Eighty volunteers participated, including high school and college students who mentored, drivers of church-donated vans who provided transportation, counselors, parents and law enforcement. Students are served

breakfast and lunch partially supplied from the USDA Summer Food Service program. Cleveland County Schools does not fund the program but the staff is approved by the Cleveland County superintendent. McCluney said students created a “mock market� this summer with assistance from Cleveland County Cooperative Extension and with produce and funds donated by the Cleveland County Farmers Market. They were given a budget to purchase items, assemble baskets and deliver the food to food distribution

centers in the county as a “giving back to the community� effort. They also collected canned goods as a part of their own food drive and in 2013 collected more than 800 cans for the needy. The sites for the Community Math Academy July 11-29 were Mount Calvary Baptist Church and Shiloh Baptist Church in Shelby. Academy hours are 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday through Friday with three hours of math instruction each day and one hour of enrichment activities. McCluney said that many Kings Mountain parents have contacted her about providing the classes in a Kings Mountain location next summer. All students who attend receive full scholarships. The program is funded through community support and contributions from caring individuals, group donations and church organizations. Community Math Academy, 400 W. Marion St., Shelby, is ready to make a presentation to churches and organizations and accept donations. Visit the website community math academy@clevelandcountyschools.org or contact Tropzie McCluney at 704476-8046.

Aldridges on final ballot for IBMA award Darin and Brooke Aldridge of Cherryville are among five finalists for “Gospel Recorded Performance of the Year�. The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) recently announced the finalists for the 2014 Bluegrass Music Awards and Darin and Brooke Aldridge are once again on the final ballot. Their song “Love Does� is nominated for Gospel Recorded Performance of the Year. Their album - Flying – is also nominated for Best Graphic Design of the Year. This marks the fourth

consecutive year that Darin and Brooke have been nominated for an IBMA award. Upon hearing the news Darin said “We are really stoked about being nominated two years in a row� and Brooke was quick to “thank the professional members of IBMA for voting for us. It is such a big honor�. The couple says they are “humbled, grateful and thankful� for the nominations and the support they receive from their family, friends and fans. They make their home in Cherryville but travel the US and Canada entertaining audi-

ences with their Americana/Bluegrass/Country/Go spel repertoire. Their music is widely played on radio, Sirius XM and the internet; they have hosted a bluegrass variety show series and appeared on numerous public, cable, and commercial TV shows. The IBMA recognition came just a week after the couple finished laying down tracks for a sixth album. “Our record label is considering the early release of one of the songs as a single� before the full album is released early next year says Darin. “It (the single) might

even be ready in September. We’re hoping so.� Guest stars appearing on the upcoming album include Sam Bush, Ricky Skaggs, Doyle Lawson, Bobby Hicks, and Steve McMurray. On August 23 Darin will conduct a banjo class and then lead the Pickin’ Circle at 4:30 at the Earl Scruggs Center. You can contact him directly at: darin@darinandbrookealdridge.com

superintendent Dr. William Dixon, Jr., assistant superintendent in Colleton County, South Carolina, assumed new duties as Cleveland County Schools' assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction. He succeeds Dr. Stephen Fisher, who accepted the position of superintendent on July 1st Dr. Dixon comes from Colleton County, South Carolina, where he most recently served as an assistant superintendent for over five years. Prior, he was the principal of Weldon STEM High for a year in North Carolina, and principal of James Simons Elementary School for three years in South Carolina. Before entering into the area of administration, Dr. Dixon taught middle and high school Social Studies, and was a successful basketball coach, leading his team to the South Carolina state championship and earning the Coach of the Year Award twice.

Dr. William Dixon Jr. Dr. Dixon graduated from South Carolina State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in History Education. He earned a master’s degree in Sports Management from the United States Sports Academy, a specialist degree from Cambridge College in School Leadership, and doctoral degree from Walden University. He is married to Dr. La’Toya Thomas-Dixon, has two sons, Mitchell and Xavier, and two dogs, Caine and Caden.

School board grants lease to Davidson alum Davidson School Alumni has received a long-term lease from Cleveland County Schools Board of Education for the old and historical school building on Parker Street and plans to make renovations. The district abandoned the old Davidson school building in 2009 when the Alternative School moved to S. Post Road. Davidson School was built in 1940. Because the building contained asbestos, the building was abated and needs improvements before it will pass building inspection. Davidson alumni plan to mount a fund-raising effort to renovate the building for community services for students.

Registration open for YMCA fall youth sports The Kings Mountain Family YMCA is now registering for its 2014 Fall Youth Sports season. YMCA Youth Sports allow kids to be kids and gets them up and moving. When children play sports they build confidence, discover their personal best, and become part of a team where everyone wins! Stop by the Y today to sign your kids up for a season of fun in the sun! – Tee-Ball: Ages 3-4 – Baseball: Ages 5-12 – Softball: Ages 7-12 – Soccer: Ages 3-13 – Flag Football: Ages 4-15 (new AGES) $25 for Members; $50 for Non-Members/Non Resident; $40 for Non-Member/KM City Resident *Financial Assistance may be available. If you have any questions please call (704) 739- 9631

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Mauney Library Board of Trustees honored the family of Helen Crosland Hendricks and Central United Methodist Church at an appreciation luncheon August 13 in the Mauney Memorial Library Community Room. From left, seated, City Manager Marilyn Sellers, Dr. Paul Hendricks, Mary Ann Hendricks, Dr. Sara Sinal, and Dr. Paul Sinal. Back row, from left, Tom Bennett, Rev. Rex Gibbs, mayor pro tem Mike Butler, councilmen Rodney Gordon, Tommy Hawkins and Keith Miller and Mayor Rick Murphrey. Photo by ELLIS NOELL

Library trustees host appreciation luncheon The board of trustees of Jacob S. Mauney Memorial Library hosted a Thank You luncheon last Wednesday, Aug. 13, honoring the family of Helen Crosland Hendricks and Central United Methodist Church.

The event was held in the Community Room of the Library. The late Mrs. Hendricks had given a gift of $30,000 for the building fund of the library and Central United Methodist

Church has allowed the library to use the family activity center since 2007 for its summer reading program and various other programs. Mrs. Hendricks' children and their spouses, Dr. Paul Hendricks

and Mary Ann Hendricks and Dr. Sarah Sinal and Dr. Paul Sinal were special guests. Rev. Rex Gibbs, pastor of the church, and Mrs. Gibbs and Tom Bennett, lay leader, and Mrs. Bennett represented the church congregation at

Rehearsals begin for ‘Liberty Mountain’ By Robert Inman Special to the Herald

And now, the fun begins. Rehearsals are underway for “Liberty Mountain� at the Joy Performance Center in Kings Mountain, working toward the early October world premier. A cast of more than 60 is assembled, along with a host of others who will handle the technical aspects of the production – costumes, set building, lighting, sound, weaponry, and stage management. Every army needs a general, and ours is Caleb Sigmon, who brings a wealth of professional theatre talent and experience to “Liberty

Mountain.� Caleb is a graduate of the North Carolina School of the Arts and a veteran actor, director, and stage combat expert. Caleb’s job is to marshal the talents of the theatre company and bring my script to life on the stage in a way that engages audiences in an exciting, intimate way. “Liberty Mountain� has lots of moving parts: 28 separate scenes, ranging from the chambers of King George III in London to the Carolina backcountry, where Patriots and Loyalists lock in deadly combat over the future of the American colonies. Caleb will use the entire theatre space, includ-

Caleb Sigmon ing the aisles, to fully involve the audience in the unfolding drama – both entertaining and historically authentic. The Revolutionary War battle of Kings Mountain marked the turning point in the war for American independence. Had the hardy band of 900 Patriots not overcome the force of a thousand Loyalists on Octo-

ber 7, 1780, the struggle to gain freedom from England might have had a much different outcome. Bringing that crucial time and place to life on the stage requires the hands and hearts of talented, dedicated people – the small army Caleb has assembled. Caleb Sigmon also has another profession: he’s a gifted and imaginative magician, who can dazzle audiences with his sleight-of-hand and quick wit. He’ll put all of those talents to work in directing “Liberty Mountain.� After all, what he and his cast and crew will create at the Joy will be a magical experience.

Voluntary recall of McCormick Ground Oregano SPARKS, Md., August 13, 2014- McCormick & Company, Incorporated is initiating a voluntary recall of McCormickÂŽ Ground Oregano, 0.75 oz bottle, UPC 0-523561-6 with code dates BEST BY AUG 21 16 H and AUG 22 16 H due to possible contamination with Salmonella. This recall does not impact any other McCormick Ground, Whole or Oregano Leaves products. Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. The product subject to this recall is: McCormickÂŽ Ground Oregano 0.75 oz bottle; UPC #: 52100003566 (as seen on label: 0-523561-6); MCCORMICK ITEM NUMBER: 900356. AFFECTED DATE CODES: BEST BY AUG 21 16 H, BEST BY AUG 22 16 H SHIPPING DATES: April 4, 2014 to August 5, 2014 Consumers do not need to return the product to the store where it was purchased. Instead, consumers are urged to dispose of the recalled product and its container. Please contact McCormick Consumer Affairs at 1-800-632-5847, weekdays from 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM (Eastern Time), for a replacement or full refund, and with general inquires.

the luncheon. Special guests were City Manager Marilyn Sellers, Mayor Rick Murphrey, mayor pro tem Mike Butler, and councilmen Rodney Gordon, Tommy Hawkins and Keith Miller.

Cancer institute opens at CRMC Carolinas HealthCare System’s Levine Cancer Institute has opened a physician practice at Cleveland Regional Medical Center to provide greater access to cancer care. Two years ago, Cleveland Regional Medical Center (CRMC) in Shelby joined Carolinas HealthCare System’s Levine Cancer Institute as one of the Institute’s 12 charter member locations. On August 7, 2014, that relationship expanded with the opening of Levine Cancer Institute – Cleveland, a physician practice, within the cancer center at CRMC. “We are proud to have a national leader in cancer care right here in our community,� said Brian Gwyn, CEO. “More importantly, we are excited to provide our patients access to an ever-increasing number of cancer-fighting resources.� CRMC’s relationship with the Institute brought the Telemedicine Cancer Genetics Program to Cleveland County, granting access to invaluable counseling for patients and families suspected to be at higher risk of certain cancers due to genetic mutations. The relationship has also created access to webcasted teleconferences and virtual tumor boards, connecting physicians from across the

Institute’s 25 locations in North and South Carolina. Through advanced technology connections, physicians from various sites can collaborate on best practices and treatment guidelines, ensuring that all patients, regardless of location, receive the highest quality care and have access to the latest cancer-fighting tools and expertise. With the opening of the Levine Cancer Institute physician practice, CRMC adds two onsite medical oncologists to those resources. Hassan Ebrahim, MD, joined the Institute from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. He completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in hematology/oncology at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC. Obiageli Ogbata, MD, completed a residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, NJ, and a fellowship in hematology/medical oncology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, in Memphis, TN. The clinical expertise demonstrated by the Institute’s roster of nationallyrenowned cancer experts is creating a unique, decentralized approach to cancer care, so that where a patient lives does not determine how they fight cancer.

KMHS Class of ’79 reunion KM ROTARY GUESTS – Liberty Mountain director Caleb Sigmon and costumer Katy Biser updated the Kings Mountain Rotary club on their progress Aug. 14, dressed in Overmountain men and Cherokee clothes for the upcoming play. They also demonstrated various weaponry and fighting techniques that will be used in the production in October.

Saturday, August 23, from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Kings Mountain Country Club. Friday night golf, hosted by Tony Cook, is Friday at 5:30. Heavy hors d’oeuvres. Music provided by DJ Ron Teague. Cash bar. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $35 ($70 for couples). Check out the class’ web site www.kmhs1979.com for more information. Mail Subscription Rates Payable in Advance. All Prices include 6.75% NC State Sales Tax.

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■MEDITATION The next day [John the Baptist] saw Jesus coming toward him and declared, “Here is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!� And John testified, “I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it remained on him. I myself did not Josh Tucker Pastor know him, but the one St. Matthew’s who sent me to bapLutheran Church tize with water said to me, ‘He on whom you see the Spirit descend and remain is the one who baptizes with the Holy Spirit. ’ And I myself have seen and have testified that this is the Son of God.� (John 1: 29, 32-34)

John the Baptist notices Jesus’ presence in his life in the text from the gospel of John. He notices Jesus and he points to him as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. This is a very important text in John because it is the first time Jesus appears in the flesh. The Word that was described and spoken of at the beginning of the gospel is now here among us, and John the Baptist points to him as he comes. John not only recognizes Jesus as the one who comes after him, but as the Son of God, the Messiah, the one whom God has given to take away our sin. This is an important revelation from John the Baptist and it provides a model for us as we look for Jesus’ presence and his work in our lives.

Grace to you and peace in the name of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. Amen.

When is the last time you were able to recognize Jesus at work in your life? Perhaps you saw him as you were serving a neighbor in need. Maybe you saw

Jesus at work as you worshiped him with Scripture passages, prayers and songs. It might have been that you experienced Jesus’ presence as you struggled through a difficult life event. Whatever the circumstance, know that Jesus is with you. His presence may seem a little more clearly defined at times than others, but he is with you, guiding and directing you in your journey. I pray this day and every day that you may see Jesus at work in your life and in the world. I pray that you see Jesus as you see a spirit of love and kindness in others. I pray that you see Jesus as you spend time with him in devotion and prayer. And I pray that you see Jesus’ presence as you answer his calling for you to do his work in the world. Amen.

Project “Fill a Book Bag� will be held Sunday at 11 a.m. at Life of Worship Ministries, 405 Cherokee Street This is the second year for the community book bag program to assist with students' back to school needs. Pre-registered students in grades K-12 at the church will begin the school year with a new book bag, school supplies, and an outfit received during a special service. Extra school supplies will also be available to any family not signed up for the service. Teresa McKinney, project committee, encourages those attending to come casually dresses in jeans, tshirts and tennis shoes. She

said the worship service will focus on love, prayers and blessings on neighborhood students. Students participating in the event must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Call McKinney at 704-739-3177 for more information.

Bible study at Grace Church Mrs. Jeannine Fisher, who has taught Bible classes for 49 years at Grace United Methodist Church and a former Kings Mountain High School Bible teacher, will lead the study of Revelation and parts of Daniel and Ezekiel beginning Sept. 4 and every Thursday at 6:30 p.m., until the study is completed. The public is invited to participate.

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Church Service Directory KINGS MOUNTAIN Long Creek Presbyterian Church 701 Long Creek Road 704-629-4406

New Life Family Worship Center 428 Oak Grove Road 704-739-9371

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

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

Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Avenue 704-739-6811

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

Midview Baptist Church 703 Margrace Road 704-739-6711 Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354

Oak View Baptist Church 1517 York Road 704-739-7831

Mountain View Agape Church 506 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-0160 Mt. Olive Baptist Church Compact School Road 704-739-4516 Mt. Zion Baptist Church 220 N. Watterson Street 704-739-8354

Pathway Baptist Church 3100 Parkdale Circle 704-734-0852 Patterson Grove Baptist Church 301 Oak Grove Road 704-739-5826 Peoples Baptist Church 1010 Groves Street 704-739-0398 Proclaiming the Word Ministries 7011 Cleveland Avenue

New Beginnings Church of Jesus Christ 541 Crocker Road 704-730-9507

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

New Bynum Chapel AME Zion Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-2606

Resurrection Lutheran Church 600 Crescent Circle 704-739-5580

New Camp Creek Baptist Church 863 New Camp Creek Ch. Road 704-487-7128

Royal Praise Ministries 2055 Shelby Rd.

Featured Church of the Week: Family Worship Center Saint Matthew’s Lutheran Church 201 N. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-7466 Second Baptist Church 120 Linwood Road 704-739-4216 Shady Grove Baptist Church 339 Shady Grove Road 704-739-8920 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

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Vestibule AME Zion Church 2175 Vestibule Church Road 704-739-7961 Westover Baptist Church 114 Westover Drive GASTONIA Bethesda United Methodist Church 3714 S. New Hope Rd Grace Community Advent Christian Church 206 West 3rd Avenue 704-739-9230

Carolina Praise and Worship Center 201 N. Main Street 704-937-7541 First Apostolic Church of Blacksburg 205 E. Cherokee St. Blacksburg, SC704-9377390864-839-1873 WACO New Testament Missionary Baptist Church

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Town and Country Garden Club presented Nell Jenkins with their appearance award. Mrs. Jenkins' lovely home is accentuated with old oaks and an inviting porch.

AG Cooper requires fracking companies to obey state law Know your rights about fracking and watch for illegal lease offers RALEIGH: Improper solicitations of fracking leases will stop as an out-of-state firm warned by Attorney General Roy Cooper’s office moves to properly register and stop soliciting landowners to sign illegal deals, Cooper said Monday. As North Carolina moves forward with fracking to extract oil and gas, landowners need to learn about their rights and protections under the law, he urged. “We fought for strong protections for property owners and it’s important that you know your rights when it comes to oil and gas leases,â€? Cooper said. “If someone knocks on your door and tries to push you into signing a lease that doesn’t include the protections you deserve, let my office know.â€? Cooper offered some tips for consumers considering leasing their land for oil or gas exploration: • Contact an attorney. Before you sign an oil or gas lease, contact an attorney and ask them to review it, especially provisions about payment and damages • Contact your mortgage lender. If have a mortgage loan, signing an oil or gas lease could violate the terms of your mortgage. It could also prevent you from being able to refinance your mortgage in the future. • Check out the landman. Oil or gas leases are often offered by salesmen called landmen who are required to register with the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Check out a landman with DENR online or by calling 919707-8605. • Research the company. If you lease your land to a company for oil and gas exploration, you’ll be dealing with that company for years

to come. Before you sign a lease, check with the North Carolina Secretary of State’s office to find out if the company is registered to do business in North Carolina. • Get all promises in writing, and get a copy of your lease. Make sure any promises or conditions you discuss are in writing and are part of the lease. Also, be sure to get a copy of your lease. • Get a copy of your legal protections. At the time landmen or companies offer you an oil or gas lease, they are required to give you a copy of the North Carolina law that protects you. Ask your lawyer to be sure your lease complies with North Carolina law or provides greater protections. • Don’t be pressured to sign. Take your time before you a sign an oil or gas lease, and don’t let highpressure sales tactics force you to make a decision before you’re ready. • Know your right to cancel. If you sign, you will have seven days to cancel it under North Carolina law without any penalty. To cancel your lease, send the company a written notice that you want to cancel. For more tips plus a detailed summary of the protections available to landowners under North Carolina law, visit ncdoj.gov/fracking. “Leasing your property for oil and gas exploration comes with risks, and that’s why it’s so important that you know your rights and do your homework before you sign a lease,â€? Cooper said. “If you have problems or questions, our office can help.â€? To file a consumer complaint or talk to a consumer protection expert, call 1877-5-NO-SCAM. Consumers can also file complaints online at www.ncdoj.gov.

Pictured are some of the American Legion Riders from Post 155 of Kings Mountain who will greet the hundreds of motorcycle riders in the American Legion Legacy Run who will arrive Thursday afternoon at Post 155. Front row, left to right, Nick Ramey, Donnie Bowen, David Carroll, Mike Clack and Daryll Queen. Back row, left to right, Greg Olmstead (vice president of the local Riders club), Post Commander Curtis Thrift, Scott Thomas, Jerry Canipe and Rick Hamrick (president of the local Riders club). Photo by DAVE BLANTON

From page 1A The Legacy Riders left Indianapolis, Indiana Monday and before driving one mile they had kicked off the fund-raising effort with checks donating $121,000. They will make stops in Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, South Carolina and Georgia

before ending up in Kings Mountain. The Riders made a stop at the American Legion World Series in Shelby Tuesday night for the Series championship baseball game and then departed for Georgia Wednesday. After the Kings Mountain stop, riders will eventually end up in Charlotte for the 96th annual American

TEACHERS: looking forward to new school year From page 1A room is a big mock refrigerator door where good grades and other excellent work will be in the spotlight. It’s a busy time filled with meetings, schedule-making and the drawing up of new lesson plans as hundreds of teachers in schools in the area hustle to get ready for the start of school. Teachers had their first optional work day on Friday, August 15, with this Monday being the first official work day. Still, many teachers (and most administrators) have been in and out of their classrooms and schools for many weeks before that. Public school officials say they expect just over 15,000 youngsters to pour into Cleveland County campuses (about 4,000 in Kings Mountain and Grover) next week. In the Kings Mountain Intermediate School’s music classroom, the xylophones and metallophones were already set out last week as large paper music notes hung from the ceiling. “I’ve already been working all summer,� said a cheerful Stephanie Paysour, who teaches music at the school and leads the Pioneer Singers, a group of 5th and 6th grade vocalists who have been getting together and practicing a lot this summer. Underneath a big sign on her class-

room wall that reads “Soar to New Heights in Music,� she explains that this year is special for her because it’s her first year teaching music after a nine-year departure into teaching language arts and science classes at the intermediate school level. Also, when she taught music in previous years she travelled to three elementary schools and didn’t have the luxury of a fixed home classroom. “This is like coming home, so to speak� said Paysour, whose lifelong passion in music drove her to master the bassoon while a student at Bessemer City High School and earn a full scholarship in music at Appalachian State University. There she played in the orchestra and worked to provide the score for dozens of theatrical performances at the Boone college. In a room decked out with a keyboard, guitar, cowbells, tambourines and a steel drum that shows students where the individual notes are, Paysour said she’s ready for the big first day. “I wants to stress the intrinsic value of music,� she said. “ That’s sort of a good focus to have for this age level. They may not be a musician but for most people music will have a place in their lives.� But the first few classes will also be about basic instrument care and classroom respect. Down the road, as they learn about

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NEW LEADERSHIP: at KM schools for 2014-15 From page 1A

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Legion National Convention, Friday. Eight previous Legacy runs have raised more than $4 million for the American Legion Legacy scholarship fund, which was established so the children of servicemen killed on or after Sept. 11, 2001, have the opportunity to pursue a college education.

University. The middle school also welcomes a new assistant principal. Nicole Dobbins has previously taught math and science as well as cheerleading at Burns Middle. She also has experience as an elementary teacher in Lincoln County. She holds a bachelors and a masters in school administration, both from Gardner-Webb. She’s currently in the doctoral program at the Boiling Springs college for Educational Leadership.

Just down the road at the high school, the administration said goodbye over the summer to its longtime senior guidance counselor Leigh Kendrick Bell, who relocated with her family to Greensboro. Stepping into that role is Jill Cruise, who has eight years on KMHS guidance staff under her belt. “I love working with seniors,� said Cruise, whose husband Steve is a P.E. teacher and an assistant football coach for the Mountaineers. “I really enjoy the college application

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out of state candidates for the job. Fisher, a Kings Mountain native and former math teacher at Kings Mountain High School, was serving as the district’s assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction. Meanwhile, Dr. William Dixon, Jr., was picked as the new assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction. Dixon was the assistant superintendent in Colleton County Schools in South Carolina and has previously taught social studies at the middle and high school level as well as coached varsity basketball.

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North Carolina’s law on stopping for a school bus All traffic must stop for a stopped school bus, unless it is on a road of four or more lanes with a median or center turning lane. In those instances, oncoming traffic does not have to stop because children will not be crossing the road to reach the bus. Traffic following a bus must always stop with the bus. If in doubt, always stop for a stopped bus.

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Open Mic Night Friday Gaston County senior citizens will hold Open Mic Night Friday at 6 p.m. at Gaston County Senior Center, 1303 Dallas/Cherryville Highway. Senior 55 and older are invited to attend.

Auditions for Nutcracker Open auditions for the Gaston Dance upcoming production of “The Nutcracker� and Student Appreciation Day will be held on Saturday, Aug. 23, for ages 8-11 from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. and for ages 12 and up from 12:30-2 p.m. at 201 W. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia, second floor St. Stephens Church. Those with Pointe experience should take shoes.

Crest High Class of 1984 The Crest High School Class of 1984 will hold the 30th reunion Saturday, Sept. 20 from 6-11 p.m. at Owl's Eye Vineyard & Wintery, 1414 Metcalf Road, Shelby. Advance tickets for the meal and music are $35 per person, $40 at the door, music only from 8-11 p.m., tickets $20 per person. Send checks payable to CHS Class 1984 c/o Pat Litton, 106 Patricia Court, Shelby, NC 28152, call 704-434-5954 email crestclass1984@yahoo.com

Crisis Center pantry needs The Kings Mountain Crisis Ministry Pantry is in need

of the following items since its stock is running low. Director Iris Frady said donations of canned foods, including spaghetti, sauce, noodles, etc., small bags of grits, small bags of sugar, vegetable oil, saltine crackers, peanut butter and macaroni and cheese are appreciated. Take your donations to the Crisis Ministry from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The facility is located at the back of the Kings Mountain Family YMCA on Cleveland Avenue.

‘Frozen’ at Don Gibson Uptown Shelby Association presents the movie 'Frozen' on Thursday at the Don Gibson Theatre. This Disney favorite is a humorous story of a Fearless Anna who teams up with Kristoff in an epic journey, encountering Everest-like conditions, and a hilarious snowman named Olaf in a race to find Anna's sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom in eternal winter. The matinee is at 10 a.m. and the evening show is at 7 p.m. Admission is $1 and popcorn is free.

Facility inspections The Cleveland County Health Department inspected facilities Aug. 4-8 including four restaurants in Kings Mountain: Mi Pueblito, York Road, 94.5; Sub Factory, Battleground Ave., 99; Three Point Market, Goforth Rd., 95.5; and Wendy's, York Rd., 98. Also: Eaton Cafeteria, 98.5; Scism BBQ Ribs, 98; Subway, York Rd.. 98; Club-

house, Country Club, 95; and Jo's Catering, Grover, 98.

Inspections, July 21-25 Six Kings Mountain restaurants were among those inspected by the Cleveland County Health Department July 21-25. They include Griffin Drug Center,94.5; Holiday Inn Express 95; Mi Pueblito 97; Pizza Hut 100.5; Taco Bell 97.5 and Waffle House 97.5.

Owl's Eye Summer Wine Down, Aug.29 Eric Surretsky and Austin Allen, two members of the 3man acoustic group, Even Keel, will close out summer Wine Down Fridays at Owl's Eye on August 29. This duo plays a wide variety of styles of music, in fact, something for everyone. Music starts at 7 p.m.on the patio, weather permitting. The winery is "picnic friendly," so guests are welcome to bring snacks or supper to enjoy along with the music.

Staying on the move with Parkinson’s Disease Join the Life Enrichment Center on Tuesday, August 26 from 6 - 8 p.m. for a discussion about the benefits of exercise for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease followed by a free yoga session with Caroline Dedmon. The Life Enrichment Center is lo-

cated at 110 Life Enrichment Blvd., Shelby, NC 28150. Questions? Call 704-4840405.

Roller Derby Club yard sale Saturday Kings Mountain Roller Derby club has organized as a full contact sport for women, men and juniors. The club meets for practice from 7-9 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays at Skate n Games, 3902 Polkville Road, Shelby. The first practice game is free. The club will have a yard sale Saturday, Aug. 23, beginning at 7 a.m. at Skate n Games, 3902 Polkville Road, Shelby.

Shelby Alive concert Aug. 28 The Shelby Alive concert series will present 20 Ride, a Zac Brown tribute band, on Aug. 28 in Uptown Shelby from 6-9 p.m. Take lawn chairs or blankets and dancing is encouraged. Food vendors will be present as well as uptown restaurants open and a Kids Zone will be provided by Shelby Savings Bank. The public is invited.

Shelby Kiwanis Club meetings Shelby Kiwanis Club meets first and third Thursdays of each month at noon at Smoke on the Square, 5 East Marion St., Shelby, and second Thursday evenings each month at 5:30 p.m. at Dragon Fly Wine Market, 101 W. Warren Street, Shelby.

YMCA fall sports registration It's that time again! The Kings Mountain Family YMCA is now registering for the 2014 Fall youth sports season. Registration is available for Tee-Ball ages 3-4; baseball ages 5-12; softball ages 7-12; soccer ages 3-13; flag football ages 4-15, new

ages. Membership fees are $25 for members, $50 for nonmembers and non-residents; and $40 for non members and city residents. Call Amanda Little, Senior Program Director, at 704-669-3687 or visit www.clevecoymca.org.

Partnership for Children news Partnership for Children is moving to the top floor of the old Central School, now the Cleveland County School's Business Center. The facility has been housed in the Moore house next to the county school's administrative offices in Shelby.

The Parent Center and Plant Operations (maintenance) departments of the school system are also located in the facility on E. Ridge Street in Kings Mountain. Partnership for Children plans to make improvements to the third floor areas.

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Experience farming & more at Whispering Hope Farm Her cow and calf love Shauna Somerville at Whispering Hope Farm near Crowders Mountain State Park. Sonja Somerville is busy milking most days at Whispering Hope Farm. Whispering Hope Farm near Crowders Mountain State Park offers a little bit of everything in farm life. Farm tours, interaction with animals for parties and events, animal therapy, and homesteading classes are just a few of the things that visitors to the farm enjoy. Seven breeds of bunnies, several breeds of chickens and little chicks, old English Southdown Babydoll sheep, mini silky fainting goats, Nigerian dwarf dairy goats, mini potbelly pigs, Lil Reddairy cow, three horses and two Great Pyrenees livestock guard dogs compose the farm family. Daily chores include not only feeding and care for the animals but also milking the cow and milking the goats. Sonya Somerville, owner of Whispering Hope Farm.com LLC, says, “Learning farming and animal husbandry by experience has been like attending the school of hard knocks. I am continually learning but I would like to save someone else the headaches, heartaches and financial woes that I have been through by leading homesteading classes.� Somerville and her daughter, Shauna started the farm eight years ago with bunnies. Mrs. Somerville is a social worker and uses her animals for animal therapy, and with the elderly, and de-

velopmentally disabled people of all ages. Adults and children come to the farm and ask how they can start their own small scale farm. The two developed these classes: Students can learn all about Homesteading- City or County. Those classes will be held Sept. 8 at 10 a.m., Sept. 30 at 7 p.m., Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 4 at 1 p.m. and class fee is $25. All you need to know to raise chickens is another workshop planned for Sept. 11 at 7 p.m., Sept. 15 at 10 a.m., Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. and Oct. 15 at 10 a.m. Class fee is $25. Learn the art of cheese making by first milking Lil Red, the cow, and a Nigerian dwarf goat. The raw milk will be used to make Mozzarella and Ricotta cheese. Class times are Sept. 9 at 10 a.m., Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. and class fee is $25. Learn the art of soap making. First they will milk Gertrude, the Nigerian dwarf goat, who donates her milk to make the natural goat milk soap. Learn how to make natural soap to nourish your skin in classes Sept. 17 at 10 a.m., Oct 8 at 10 a.m. and Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. Class fee is $25. The beginner candle making class will be held Sept. 29 at 1 p.m. and Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. Class fee is $25. Learn how to raise rabbits for pets, fiber, fertilizer and food. Learn how to harvest the fiber from an Angora rabbit to sell and how the English Angora makes a

Shauna Somerville gets some love from one of her calves at Whispering Hope Farm. great pet. Class fee is $25. Hands on canning is another workshop on Oct. 7 at 1 p.m. Class fee is $25. Lois Harvin and Susan Caldwell, who have created “Foothills Aquaponics: A Complete System� will present this exciting workshop on Sept. 22 at 10:30 a.m. and Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. Aquaponics is the growing of produce and fish in a closed loop system in which the fish fertilize the plants and the plants oxygenate the water with no chemicals involved. Class fee is $25. Another class, “Learn the Art of Fermenting Foods� will be held Sept. 29 at 6:30 p.m. and Oct. 15

at 1 p.m. and should be of interest to those who want to increase digestion and boost immunity as they learn how to make cultured dairies- yogurt, crème fraiche, keifer and kombucha. Class fee is $25. Have you ever wondered how ancient people stayed so healthy on little food and mainly that which they had been able to put away during growing season? These people knew how to make their stored food come alive. “Door prize of one Living Food Starter Kitâ€? will be taught on Sept. 17 at 7 pm., Oct. 1 at 7 pm., Oct. 8 at 1 pm., Oct. 22 at 10 a.m. And Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. Class fee is $25.

Naturopathic health advisor and mom of eight Shanna Carlan will instruct this class. “Survivor Boy� taught by a homeschooler will be held Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. and Oct. 22 at 12:30 p.m. and is open to students 9 years old and older. This is a fun and engaging workshop on how to be alone and self-reliant in emergency situations. Students will learn how to build a fire, how to purify water, how to find water and food, how to build a shelter and much more. Class fee is $15. Information on registering for classes is at WhisperingHopeFarm.com or call the farm at 704674-8911.

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CLEVELAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by BOBBY DEAN JONES, SR. to C. ANDREW NEISLER, JR., Trustee, which was dated October 29, 2002 and recorded on November 5, 2002 in Book 1349 at Page 2349, Cleveland County, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by said deed of Trust and the undersigned, C. ANDREW NEISLER, JR., Trustee in said Deed of Trust, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and customary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale of August 26, 2014 at 11:30 A.M., and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property in Cleveland County, North Carolina, to wit: A L L THAT LOT, PIECE, and parcel consisting of 61/100 (.61) acres and being more particularly described as Lot No. 80, Map 3, Phase IV, of CEDAR TREE FARMS as shown on a plat of the said subdivision drawn by F. R. Ledford & Associates, P.A, dated June 8-13, 1994 which said pat is recorded in Plat Book 19 at Page 49 of the Cleveland County Registry. Conveyance is made subject to those restrictive covenants for CEDAR TREE FARMS recorded in Deed book 1168 at Page 2220 of the Cleveland County Registry. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, and the court costs or Forty-Five Cents (45¢) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to NCGS 7A-308(a)(1). A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale being offered for sale,

transfer and conveyance “AS IS WHERE IS.� There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land transfer taxes, special assessments, easements, right of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or exceptions of record, To the best of the knowledge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is BOBBY DEAN JONES, SR. An Order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the clerk of superior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 day’s written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trustee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. C. Andrew Neisler, Jr. CLONINGER & NEISLER, TRUSTEE P.O. Box 515, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 PHONE: (704) 739-4766 FAX: (704) 739-6485 KMH3622 (8/13 & 20/14)

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Phone: 704-739-4731 LOCAL GOVERNMENT KINGS MOUNTAIN CITY COUNCIL meets last Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Kings Mountain City Hall, 101 W. Gold St. CLEVELAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 6 p.m. in the commissioners’ chambers, second floor, County Administration Building, 311 E. Marion St., Shelby. CLEVELAND COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS meets the second Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. in the Board Room of the Board of Elections, 215 Patton Drive, Shelby.

CLUB MEETINGS AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY meets the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Post 155, E. Gold Street. AMERICAN LEGION POST 155 meets second Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Post on East Gold Street in Kings Mountain. DOUGH MAKERS INVESTMENT CLUB – The Dough Makers Investment Club (for women) usually meets every third Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at the Edward Jones Office at 307 B East King Street. For information, please contact the Edward Jones Office at 704-739-0997 or Mikie Smith, President, 704-739-4554. KINGS MOUNTAIN ROTARY CLUB Meets every Thursday, noon, at the Patrick Senior Center, 909 E. King St. SOUTHERN ARTS SOCIETY – Meets every first Tuesday of the month at the KM Art Center (Old Depot), 301 N. Piedmont Ave. Social time is at 6:30 p.m. and the program is at 7 p.m. Visitors are welcome. KINGS MOUNTAIN WOMAN’S CLUB – Meets the 4th Monday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Kings Mountain Woman’s Club, E. Mountain St. EXECUTIVE BOARD FOR KINGS MOUNTAIN WOMAN’S CLUB– Meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Kings Mountain Woman’s Club, E. Mountain St. MILITARY SUPPORT GROUP – Meets every fourth Thursday of every month at Central United Methodist Church. VFW POST 9811, Kings Mountain/Cherryville meets the second Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m.

POSITIVE ATTITUDES WALKING CLUB - There is an open invitation to all Kings Mountain ladies to join the Positive Attitudes Walking Club. The club members walk in various downtown areas of Kings Mountain during lunch hours. An inspirational devotion is provided. For more information call 704-472-4403. COLONEL FREDERICK HAMBRIGHT CHAPTER Daughters of the American Revolution meets monthly for programs. Any woman 18 years or older who can prove lineal, bloodline descent from an ancestor who aided in achieving American independence is eligible to join the DAR. For more information on member-

tact 704-739-5585 or 704-739-2056. “A Fresh Look,'' exhibit continues through Aug. 30 and free to public. Sept. 226: Thomas K. Pauley Solo Show with reception Sept. 7 from 7-9 p.m. at Depot.

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NEW BEGINNER LINE DANCES Beginners Line Dance classes are taught by Archie Cherpak each Wednesday from 12:30 p.m. at the Patrick Center.

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ship or attending our meeting, please contact Loretta Cozart at 704-241-2218. SHELBY KIWANIS CLUB meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon, Smoke on the Square, 5 E. Marion St., or 2nd Thursday at 5:30 pm. at Dragonfly Wine Market, 101 W Warren St. Call Pres. David Barker 704-4721286 for information. BROAD RIVER GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, 1145 County Home Rd., Shelby – archives are open every Tuesday night from 6-8 p.m. and also on the 2nd and 3rd Mondays from noon-4 p.m. and 2nd and 3rd Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Presentations at Neal Senior Center in Shelby begin Sept. 14 and will continue October and November, all at 3 p.m., and includes light refreshments. Mark your calendar: Sept. 14 - Tom Magnuson, “Where the early settlers traveled before 1780"; Oct. 12- Dr. Melinda Ratchford will present “the Titanic-Ship of Dreams;'' Nov. 9 – John Krebs, “When the Spanish came through in the 1500s.� Short field trips planned in October or November. Email Greg Payseur: topgun@shelby.net

CITY OF KINGS MOUNTAIN upcoming events: Check out the city website www.cityofkm.com

KM KIWANIS CLUB – Meets each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. for dinner in the Community Room (lower level) at the Mauney Memorial Library, S. Piedmont Ave.

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KM LIONS CLUB– Meets the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Linwood Restaurant, 805 Cleveland Ave.

BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC – Meets the third Wednesday of the month from 10– 11:30 a.m. in the Craft Room, sponsored by Gentiva.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS: Kings Mountain– Christ the King Catholic Church, 714 Stone St., 6:30 p.m., meets 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. Contact: Mary (704) 482-8690. You may also call the Reach Line & Information at (704) 319-1625, or go to www.oa.org. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. There are no dues or fees for membership. The groups are self-supporting.

TAI CHI CLASS – Tuesdays and Thursdays 2-3 p.m. in Conference Room I. Andrew Baker is instructor of Tai Chi 4 Health & Balance and a donation of $3 per person is requested. Rotating exercises, health lessons, and surprise extras keep it fresh. All donations will go toward purchase of DVDs for the class.

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IN COUNTRY VIETNAM VETERANS breakfast group – Meets the 2nd Monday of every month, 9 a.m., at Mountain View Restaurant in Kings Mountain. Contact Carl Morrow at 704-734-0142 for more information.

THIRD TUESDAY MORNING MEN’S CLUB meets at 9 a.m. at Mountain View Restaurant.

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BACKPACK PROJECT – Please bring in non-perishable food items for our backpack project. These backpacks go to students who need a little extra food over the weekend. Suggested items are: individual cereal packs (can be eaten without milk), Pop Tarts, individual prepared dinners (mac & cheese, spaghetti, etc.), fruit cups, applesauce, pudding cups, Beanie Weenies, peanut butter, juice boxes, crackers or cookies. FREE COMPUTER CLASSES taught by Pat Bolte are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Center. Emphasis

CENTER- First Tuesdays 5:30 p.m. Evening Alzheimer’s Support Group, Neisler Life Enrichment Center, Kings Mountain; first Wednesdays at 10 a.m. depression support group, Patrick Center; second Tuesdays 5:30 p.m. Evening Dementia support group, Life Enrichment Center, Shelby; fourth Tuesdays 6 p.m. Parkinson’s Support Group, Life Enrichment Center, Shelby; last Mondays at 2 p.m. diabetic support and education, Patrick Senior Center.

HOSPICE The Hospice Store - Located at 323 E. Marion Street beside Dollar General near Uptown Shelby. Please call Angela Jones at 704-751-3530 if you have items to donate or for volunteer opportunities. Store Hours: Wednesday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

KINGS MOUNTAIN HISTORICAL MUSEUM SAY AHH! The Incredible Medical History of Kings Mountain runs until Oct. 25, open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. From doctors and dentists to pharmacies and folk remedies, this exhibit will present a historical overview of all things related to health and well-being in Kings Mountain and surrounding region. The exhibit is proudly sponsored by Cleveland County HealthCare System and Ragan and Reba Harper. Get your tickets for TRACKS THROUGH TIME, the annual reverse raffle and auction, Saturday, Sept. 13, at Patrick Senior Center. Doors open at 5:30 p .m. Visit http:www.kingsmountainmuseum.org/annualfundraiser.html.

SOUTHERN ARTS SOCIETY Kings Mountain Arts Center 301 N. Piedmont Ave. Gift Shop features fine art, ceramics, woodwork, jewelry and wearable art. Ongoing – Offering art and pottery classes, and ongoing art exhibits by local and regional artists. Hours: Tuesday through Friday 10 am.-4 pm; or by appointment con-

Community Room. Open to the public. Have fun and make friends at this unique book club, a gathering of different ages and varied tastes. Read the book of your choice and participate by briefly sharing. GASTON COUNTY Adult Nutrition Program - Spend one hour a month delivering a smile and a hot lunch to the home bound elderly. Help is needed in Bessemer City. To volunteer, call 704-862-7676. CHARLOTTE FOLK SOCIETY- second Friday gatherings at 7:30 p.m., family friendly and free at Great Aunt Stella Center, 926 Elizabeth Ave., front doors open at 7 p.m., free parking. www.folksociety.org or call 704-563-7080.

How to Contact Us To have your events listed on the Go Page, contact the Herald by coming by our office at 700 East Gold Street, by calling us at 704-739-7496, or by email to lib.kmherald@gmail.com. The deadline for receiving items is 5 p.m. Monday.

Register for 5K/10K Race The Stanley Creek Massacre 5K/10K race will be held Sept. 27 at 8 a.m., beginning at Kiser Elementary School, 311 E. College St., Stanley. Registration fee is $20 for adults 18 and older and $10 for youth 17 and under by Sept. 19. On race day the costs will be $25 for adults and $15 for youth. Tshirts and prizes will be presented. The race is sponsored by Gaston Parks & Recreation Department. Call 704-922-2163 for more information.

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â– LIFESTYLES Hughes urges women to think twice about bladder sling procedure

NURSING STUDENTS PINNED – Seventeen students in the Practical Nursing program at Cleveland Community College were pinned and received their diplomas in a recent ceremony at the college. Front row, from left, Kelsey Jolley, Karen Page, Christa McGinnis, Misty Hull, Frewioni; second row, Judith Ledford, Na'Shaunderese Fulwiley, Elizabeth Coffey, Tosha Scruggs; third row, Mollie Pettis, Sameth Porridge, Katie Anthony, Chelsea Upton; and back row, Miranda Bridges, Amanda Baker and Nina Amarillo.

When successful, bladder sling procedure can change a patient's life but Nellie Hughes, 83, says painful complications made her wish she had not chosen this type surgery. “I'm blessed, though," says the Kings Mountain woman who is recuperating after three recent surgeries followed by weeks of hospital rehabilitation. Since March Hughes underwent emergency surgery to remove the sling which had eroded into other organs, she said. The mesh sling has since been recalled by the Federal Drug Administration. “A mesh sling holds the bladder up," explained Hughes, who said she had the operation in 2000 but for 14 years, she says, she has been plagued with infections. “I was really in a life and death situation five months ago but I want other women who are considering this type treatment to talk with their urologists and gynecologists and research other all avenues for treatments to correct stress urinary incontinence before surgery," she urged. Hughes said she appreciates the support of her fam-

Nellie Hughes ily, her neighbors and Fred and Doris Bridges who have helped her to be back at home. Hughes has three children: Kay Sparrow of Gastonia, Tim and Roseanna Frye of Indiana and David and Lynn Frye of Gastonia; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A retired insurance woman, she is the widow of D. C. Hughes and both attended Antioch Baptist Church near Grover and Christ United Methodist Church in Gastonia. Bladder problems can often times require multiple treatments and revision surgeries but Mrs. Hughes says she is a lucky woman and God has given her a new lease on life.

What does it cost to raise a child?

Over $245k for a child born in 2013 Lowest costs are in urban South and rural regions of the U.S., costs highest in urban Northeast The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual report, Expenditures on Children and Families, also known as the Cost of Raising a Child. The report shows that a middle-income family with a child born in 2013 can expect to spend about $245,340 ($304,480 adjusted for projected inflation*) for food, housing, childcare and education, and other child-rearing expenses up to age 18. Costs associated with pregnancy or expenses occurred after age 18, such as higher education, are not included. While this represents an overall 1.8 percent increase from 2012, the percentages spent on each expenditure category remain the same. As in the past, the costs by location are lower in the urban South ($230,610) and rural ($193,590) regions of the country. Families in the urban Northeast incurred the highest costs to raise a child ($282,480). "In today's economy, it's important to be prepared with as much information as possible when planning for the future," said USDA Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services Under Secretary Kevin Concannon. "In addition to giving families with children an indication of expenses they might want to be prepared for, the report is a critical resource for state governments in determining child support guidelines and foster care payments." The report, issued annually, is based on data from the federal government's Consumer Expenditure Survey, the most comprehen-

sive source of information available on household expenditures. For the year 2013, annual child-rearing expenses per child for a middle-income, two-parent family ranged from $12,800 to $14,970, depending on the age of the child. The report, developed by the USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP), notes that family income affects childrearing costs. A family earning less than $61,530 per year can expect to spend a total of $176,550 (in 2013 dollars) on a child from birth up to age 18. Middle-income parents with an income between $61,530 and $106,540 can expect to spend $245,340; and a family earning more than $106,540 can expect to spend $407,820. "Food is among the top three expenses in raising children," said CNPP Executive Director Angela Tagtow. "Parents have the

challenge of providing food that is not only healthful and delicious, but also affordable. We have great resources such as

ChooseMyPlate.gov that features tips to help families serve nutritious and affordable meals. I encourage parents to check out our Healthy Eating On a Budget resources, 10-Tips Nutrition Series, recipes, and MyPlate Kids' Place, which features digital games for kids to get engaged themselves in healthy eating." For middle-income families, housing costs are the single largest expenditure on a child, averaging 30 percent of the total cost. Child care and education was the second largest expense at 18 percent, followed by food, which accounted for 16 percent of the total cost. "Variations by geographic region are marked when we look at housing, for example," said study author and CNPP economist Mark Lino, Ph.D. "The average cost of housing for a child up to age 18 is $87,840 for a middle-income family in the urban

West, compared to $66,240 in the urban South, and $70,200 in the urban Midwest. It's interesting to note that other studies are showing that families are increasingly moving to these areas of the country with lower housing cost." In 1960, the first year the report was issued, a middleincome family could have expected to spend $25,230 ($198,560 in 2013 dollars) to raise a child until the age of 18. Housing was the largest child-rearing expense both then and now. Health care expenses for a child have doubled as a percentage of total child-rearing costs during that time. In addition, some common current-day costs, such as child care, were negligible in 1960. Expenses per child de-

crease as a family has more children. Families with three or more children spend 22 percent less per child than families with two children. As families have more children, the children can share bedrooms, clothing and toys can be handed down to younger children, food can be purchased in larger and more economical quantities, and private schools or child care centers may offer sibling discounts. The full report, Expenditures on Children by Families, 2013, is available on the web at www.cnpp.usda.gov. In addition, families can enter the number and ages of their children to obtain an estimate of costs with a calculator via the interactive web version of the report.

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Stock 1984A

$

9,995

2008 DODGE RAM

21,987

Stock 1576A

9,995

2001 CHEVY MONTE CARLO SS

14,987

$ 2007 HUMMER H3

14,995

$

2011 CHEVY HHR

23,995

$

$

$

$

2010 TOYOTA RAV4

2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE

2013 NISSAN ALTIMA

2012 CHEVY EQUINOX

2002 CHEVY CORVETTE

Stock 1980A

25,995

$

Stock FM2011 4WD CREW CAB

Stock 1777A

$

29,986

25,995

$

2008 CHEVY SILVERADO 2008 CHEVY SILVERADO 2013 CHEVY SILVERADO

WHY BUY

CERTIFIED?

CERTIFIED

• 12 Months/12K Miles Additional Bumper to Bumper Coverage Above & Beyond The Factory Warranty • 5 Yr/100K Miles PowerTrain Warranty CERTIFIED • 2 Yr/24K Miles of Free Maintenance Including Oil Changes, Tire Rotations & Multi-Point Inspection • $0 Deductible • 24 Hour Roadside Assistance

$ Stock1999A

$ Stock 1937A

A/C SERVICE • Test A/C Performance & Battery • Check AC Ambient Output • Inspect Belts & Hoses

PLUS FREON & TAX WITH COUPON

2013 CERTIFIED CHEVY EQUINOX Stock 1955B

49

MUST PRESENT COUPON WHEN ORDER IS WRITTEN. NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER OFFER OR ON PROMOTIONAL ITEMS. MOST GM VEHICLES. VALID AT CARTER CHEVROLET.

Expires 8/31/14

Valid only at Carter Chevrolet

2012 FORD F-150

25,995

35,987

Stock 1864A

30,987

CARTER CHEVROLET T BODY SHOP

2012 CHEVY SILVERADO $

35,987

$ Stock 1856A

2013 CHEVY TAHOE LT

Hours: Monday - Friday • 8am - 5pm

Meet The BEST People By Accident! • We Offer A Lifetime Guarantee On All Body Repairs • FREE Estimates • We Work On All Makes And Models, Domestic & Imports • We Work With All Major Insurance Companies

All prices plus tax, tag, & $399 ADM fee. All rebates are included,subject to qualification. See dealer for details *On most 2014 Silverados. Not compatible with some other offers. Take delivery by 9/2/14. 0% on approved credit.

CARTER

CHEVROLET

704-482-4341 • 888-290-2514 Same convenient location for over 45 years!

200 W. DIXON BOULEVARD • HWY 74 BYPASS • SHELBY, NC

“You’ll feel

Our ALL-STAR STAFF is here to provide you with

THE BEST BUYING EXPERIENCE AROUND!

LTZ

CERTIFIED 2014 CHEVY SILVERADO $ Stock E1916

95

31,987 30,987 2010 DODGE $CHALLENGER

$

2010 CERTIFIED CHEVY SILVERADO $

2013 CERTIFIED CHEVY CAMARO

$

24,986

2013 NISSAN TITAN

SRT8

29,987

23,986

$ Stock FM1953

Stock 2048A

$ 2011 DODGE RAM 1500

22,995

14,995

$ 2011 CHEVY HHR Stock FM2007

$ Stock 1980A

2009 KIA SEDONA Stock 2039A

Stock 2030A

22,995

9,995

$

$ Stock 2027A

Stock 1996A

Stock FM2006

19,986

Stock1950A 65K MILES

Stock 2053A2

$

13,995

12,995

$

UNTIL SEPT. 2 ON MOST 2014 CHEVROLETS!

Stock 1659A

$ 2007 NISSAN SENTRA

8,995

$

2000 CHEVY BLAZER 2006 LINCOLN ZEPHYR Stock 2035A

SALE EXTENDED ND

MONTHS FOR PLUS NO MONTHLY QUALIFIED BUYERS PAYMENTS FOR 60 DAYS!*

Stock 1998A

Stock 1871A

8,600

$

E V A S ER OV

*

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