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One-way street proposal tabled Concern from residents who don't like the idea of making a one block portion of Railroad Avenue and Mountain and Gold Streets oneway surfaced at Friday's 5:30 p.m. special meeting of Kings Mountain City Council at the Public Works Department. Before the vote, councilman Howard Shipp said he had received numerous calls from residents. “I think it would be wise to table," he said. And table they did. Councilmen Rodney Gordon and Tommy Hawkins made the motion to table all three proposals and the council was unanimous in its decision. Ward V Councilman Rick Moore was the only member of the sevenmember board absent and he was out of town. Before the meeting Mayor Rick Murphrey said he also had received calls from concerned citizens. He said that a special committee had worked for a year on the project and had suggested that making the streets one way would be safer for pedestrian traffic and increase parking spaces. The recommendation by the committee was to make Gold Street from Railroad Avenue to Cansler Street a one-way street, Mountain Street from Cansler Street to Railroad Avenue a one way street, and Railroad Avenue from Gold Street to Mountain Street a one way street. No motion was made to take the item from the table for more discussion or citizen input at another time.

Patriot Day 9-11 The community-wide Patriot Day service will be held Thursday, Sept. 11, at 12 noon, in front of Kings Mountain City Hall. This solemn ceremony is an annual commemorative service for those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001 and also honors area law enforcement, firemen, and men and women in service. The short program will include the presentation of the colors by the Kings Mountain Police Honor Guard, an invocation, pledge of allegiance to the flag and the singing of the National Anthem. Mayor Rick Murphrey will speak followed by a moment of silence and the memorial ringing of the Fire Bell. “September 11, 2001 was a very dark day for Americans and the world," said the mayor. “We will never forget those whose lives were lost and stand proud of our servicemen and women who continue to this day to defend and fight for the freedom we have here in America.�

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The Kings Mountain High School Band, above, performs for every home football game at Gamble Stadium. Decked out in their colorful uniforms, the talented band members perform at half time to the delight of the football crowds. Photo by GARY STEWART

City to begin repaving project ELIZABETH STEWART lib.kmherald@gmail.com

Good news! The city will start paving Mountain and West Gold streets from Phifer Road to Railroad Avenue and one block of Railroad from Gold to Mountain in the next two weeks. The cost to the city is $350,000, Mayor Rick Murphrey said this week. City council at a special meeting Friday amended the city budget to finance the $350,000 cost of the paving because of all the cuts from water line rehabilitation. “It's the right thing to do," said the mayor. Ward 3 Councilman Tommy Hawkins and Ward 2 Councilman Mike Butler,

mayor pro tem, made the motion to amend the budget which passed unanimously. The funds will come from the city's gas and electric funds and the Powell Bill, a state project to help with paving projects. Water line rehabilitation is the first phase of a $33 million water improvements project for which the city borrowed money from the state. State Utility Contractors holds the contract at $5.2 million. Workers were delayed 37 of 60 days at the start of the project in November 2013 due to bad weather. “Those workers were out in freezing weather working on water lines," said the mayor. “We are blessed to have utility funds in shape to borrow from," said City Manager Marilyn Sellers who said she wants to

thank the public for their patience during the water rehab project which got underway Nov. 11, 2013. The mayor and all councilmen echoed her remarks. An 8-inch line was installed and placed into service from Phifer Road to Goforth Street on West King, West Mountain and West Gold streets. An 8-inch line was installed from Goforth Street to Railroad Avenue, on West King and West Gold streets. The mayor said other streets affected by the pipeline improvements will be the responsibility of State Utility contractors. King Street will be repaved by the North Carolina Department of Transportation. Water Resources Director Dennis Wells See REPAVING, 2A

Tickets still available Anthony for Reverse Raffle honored Get your tickets now while they are still available at the Kings Mountain Historical Museum for the big, 11th annual reverse raffle and auctions to be held Saturday, Sept. 13, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Life & Conference Center. One in 300 will win $10,000 and one in five will win a fabulous door prize. Tickets are $100 for a couple which includes a chance to win fabulous prizes, a $10,000 grand prize and dinner for two. Ticket holders do not have to be present to win the big money or prizes. This event is the museum's only fundraiser to provide exhibits and other educational materials to visitors free of charge. Hard-working committee members have set attendance goal of 300 people and are confident the event will be one of the best ever. Adria L. Focht, Director/Curator of the sponsoring Kings Mountain Historical Museum, said that the fund raising committee works diligently each year to make improvements. Table numbers will be distributed to alleviate crowding at the buffet line and there

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This wooden mosaic by Jerry Depew will be available for bidding in the silet auction during the Reverse Raffle dinner on Saturday. will be adjustments to the sound system so that those sitting in the back of the party room can better hear the announcers on stage. The reverse raffle is an exciting twist on See MUSEUM, 7A

Grover Elementary School Principal Dr. Janet Bridges Anthony is Cleveland County School's 2014 Principal of the Year. The Kings Mountain woman said she didn't always want to pursue a teaching career but following in her mother's footsteps and, giving credit to God and her school team for success, she said the award is for her a humbling experience. “We teach and mold children, and entering my 13th year as principal I am still teaching every day,'' said Anthony who is a 37-year veteran in the education profession. She said the school's mission for the 370 students in pre-K-4th grade is to nurture and teach all children so they become independent lifelong 21st century learners and develop a sense of self-worth and pride. Anthony's mother, Edie Bridges, See ANTHONY, 7A

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Market Minutes with

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Fall is just around the corner, and unfortunately, that means that Foothills Farmers’ Market Kings Mountain only has a few more weeks until season’s end. The market is scheduled to close on September 27 with a special Holiday market in November. The market has seen some challenges this, its first full season. The street where our market is held has been torn up, dusty, muddy and bumpy, as many of our streets are these days in Kings Mountain. I think we are all ready for the water line project to come to a close. As market manager, I truly appreciate all the loyal shoppers and vendors who are there every week to support this market. We have also been dealing with funding issues. This one could be a deal breaker, folks. Your Kings Mountain Farmers’ market needs some pledges of local support from individuals and businesses to be able to operate next year. This market has been a blessing to many -through relationship building, community activity, a source of sizable donations through the Farmer Foodshare program to our local soup kitchens, as well as a traffic

Truett to host benefit Oct. 25 for wounded warriors

Margot Plonk Foothills Farmers Market

generator for downtown businesses. Let’s not allow this important institution to die because of lack of support. Please share your thoughts on this important matter. Your market is counting on it! Responses can be emailed to: margot.plonk@gmail.com. You can also talk to our City of KM officials and representatives. Please communicate how and why the Foothills Farmers’ Market- Kings Mountain is important to you! Alternately, you may reply to Foothills Farmers’ Market, 130 Post Road, Shelby, NC 28152

It’s all about the audience

Kaylee Truett, Kings Mountain High School senior, wants to join the Marine Corps after graduation next year. Her senior project ties in with her goal to be a Marine and she sought the advice of recruiting officer Gunnery Sgt. Anthony Green about her career plans and also her plans to sponsor a benefit Oct. 25 for Wounded Warriors. Green, who joined the Marines 14 years ago, has been recruiting officer for five months in Shelby. A native of Charleston, SC, he talked with Truett about the various requirements and said one of the first steps is to get into a regimen of exercise to be in top shape. He volunteered to help Green with raffle tickets to help raise funds for Wounded Warriors. The benefit will be held Oct. 25 at the Kings Mountain National Guard Armory from 5-8 p.m. and will feature refreshments and games for children and adults. All proceeds will go to the

Wounded Warrior project. Truett comes from a military family. Her sister, Jade, serves in the US Air Force and is stationed in Nebraska. Her grandfather, Lee Bridges, is a Viet Nam Army veteran. Numerous cousins in her family have served in the military. Truett wants to major in criminal justice and would be taking training at Parris Island, SC. “We welcome young people who are interested in the Marine Corps at our office, open at Cleveland Mall from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. six days a week," said Green. At Kings Mountain High, Truett is a three-year member of the swim team. She has worked at Bojangles 18 months and she said Bojangles will cater the benefit. Truett stands five feet nine inches tall. She says she is excited about the prospect of being a candidate for the Marine Corps. She is the daughter of Tammy and Jeff Truett of Kings Mountain.

Cast members rehearse for a scene from “Liberty Mountain� and the battle at Kings Mountain that turned the tide of the Revolutionary War. The cast members must do more than just act. They must become the people they represent in the story, with all their hopes and fears, triumphs and tragedies. Their job is to make sure the audience sees real people on stage, not just actors. The rehearsal process makes sure that the actors have every opportunity to invest themselves in the story. It begins scene-byscene, with the cast talking through their characters, understanding their motivations, and then learning how they move about on stage, interacting with each other, and delivering their lines so that the scene comes to life. When the individual scenes are in place, Caleb and the cast put them together and begin to run entire acts in sequence. And in the final days of rehearsals, scenes become the entire play. Behind the scenes, equally important things are going on. Costumer Katy Biser is creating authentic period clothing,

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Years ago, when I was just starting out as a playwright, a wise director told me, “Always remember, it’s always Robert Inman about Special the auto the Herald dience.� It’s great advice I’ve followed through my career, and it’s the advice we follow as we continue rehearsals for my eighth play, “Liberty Mountain.� When the curtain goes up at the Joy Performance Center for the opening night Gala Performance on Friday, October 3, it will be all about giving the audience a memorable theatre experience. A play begins with the author, imagining characters, putting them in a particular time and place, and crafting their story. But when that work is done, it’s simply words on paper. The playwright’s job is mostly done. That’s when the theatre company – director, actors, and technical experts – take over and turn those words on paper into magic on stage. The director is key, and we have a great one, Caleb Sigmon. He brings a wealth of theatre knowledge to the work, and energizes it with youthful creativity and enthusiasm. Caleb is excited about putting “Liberty Mountain� on stage for our audiences, and communicates that to everyone else in the company. The director is the general, putting his troops in the right place at the right time and giving them the acting tools they need, both physical and emotional. But no playwright and no director can be successful without a talented cast of actors, and there again we are mighty fortunate. It’s a huge cast - around sixty men, women and children – and that’s what it takes to tell such a sweeping story of America’s beginnings

Gunnery Sgt. Anthony Green, recruiting officer US Marine Corps, welcomes Kaylee Truett, Kings Mountain High School senior, to the recruiting station at Cleveland Mall to discuss her career choice and a benefit she plans as a Wounded Warriors project. Photo by LIB STEWART

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Director Caleb Sigmon guides cast members through a group scene from “Liberty Mountain.� based on exhaustive research. Original music has been written and recorded. Lighting and sound effects will add another dimension to the process. Since this story centers on a battle, weapons – muskets, swords, bayonets, knives and tomahawks – will help complete the picture of 1780 for the audience. I’ve never been prouder

of a theatre company than I am of this one. They are talented and motivated. They come to rehearsals on time with great attitudes. They share my belief that it’s all about the audience. And because of them, I know that audiences who come to see “Liberty Mountain� will be entertained, inspired, and deeply moved.

noted that the city still has old pipes in the ground in 50-60 year water lines but that scheduled work on main transmission lines are completed. “You've done a good job on sidewalks and curbing," said councilman Rodney Gordon. Councilmen noted that new asphalt was laid on one street, then dug up because

of two leaks on the Mountain Street water line. A second water main leak occurred in front of the Joy Theatre Friday afternoon. On Sept. 28, crews working on the main water line in front of the Joy on Railroad Avenue were held up when one of the pipes being replaced sprang a leak. Water crews fixed both leaks. No customer was without water.

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Spotlight on ‘Liberty Mountain’ actor DeGregory

Lincolnton resident Pete DeGregory portrays Silas Martin, an 18th century farmer who finds his life in upheaval in “Liberty Mountain.” Lance Strange, David Smith, C. J. White, Justin Fite, left to right, are observed by Mayor Rick Murphrey and Rickey Putnam, Jr., as they construct junction boxes and piping to direct storm water from over running the curb line on Sharon Drive. The city is addressing storm water problems and this week on Sharon Drive workers constructed junction boxes and piping to direct storm water from over running the curb line.

It is a project required by the Federal Water Pollution Control Act of 1972 and the Federal Phase II Storm Water rules of October 2013. Mayor Rick Murphrey said that a

Storm Water Department is now open to address problems that have developed over the years and that plans are to make repairs and/or replace where needed.

Senior Advocacy Day at Senior Center DAVE BLANTON dave.kmherald@gmail.com

The weekly Friday lunch at the Patrick Senior Center attracted more than the regular members. In what was billed as a senior advocacy day, several members of the city council, Mayor Rick Murphrey and City Manager Marilyn Sellers were on hand to mix and mingle with the 40 or more seniors present. Over pizza, salad and iced tea, Kings Mountain residents got to know their elected officials a little better. For others, it was a meeting of old, familiar friends. The conversations among council members, city officials and citizens before long turned to the senior center itself, which is expanding. Groundbreaking begins Sept. 30 on several ambitious additions to the large facility, which is a frequent host to city functions, civic club meetings and others, such as this Saturday’s Reverse Raffle to benefit the Kings Mountain Historical Museum. The library and exercise facilities are both being expanded in the project. The center will also see more room for the popular crafts classes the center already holds. The city received a $100,000 appropriation in the 2014-15 state budget, which was passed in August. “There’s more activity going on right here than anywhere else in town,” said Ward 3 Councilman Tommy Hawkins. The mayor added that the growth and expansion of the center, which offers exercise and computer classes, represents the city’s dedication to its seniors. The senior center is owned and staffed by the city of Kings

Correction A story about prescription drug charges and arrests that appeared in the Aug. 27 Herald misidentified a photo of one of the individuals charged. The photo is of Charles E. Bell, not Timothy Bell. The Herald regrets the error.

Patrick Senior Center director Monty Thornburg, standing, talks with members of city government Friday at the center. From left to right are Mayor Rick Murphrey, council members Keith Miller and Tommy Hawkins, and City Manager Marilyn Sellers.

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Silas Martin is going through a transformation. In the beginning he really just wanted to grow his crops and provide for his family. A soft spoken, religious man, he aims to lead the quiet life of hard work and independence in 18th century America, a promising new world for the farmer and his young family. But Martin, portrayed by Pete DeGregory in the Kings Mountain Little Theatre production of “Liberty Mountain,” isn’t living in ordinary times or in an ordinary place. Colonial America is changing and he finds his livelihood and his dreams threatened by dark forces and an imminent conflict that broods on the horizon. “He goes through a very dramatic change,” DeGregory said last week about Martin, one of the central characters of the play about the 1780 Battle of Kings Mountain, about a month into rehearsals. “He starts out as mildmannered,” said DeGregory, whose past theater work has included parts in area productions of “Southern Fried Murder,” “Grease” and “Footloose,” as well as turns in some Shakespeare and plays put on by the Carolinas Renaissance Festival. But all that changes in the build-up to one of the Revolutionary War’s most pivotal battles. “He becomes … well, not quite a madman, but has the fire,” said DeGregory, who has more than 30 years

of acting and directing experience and has even appeared in the 2001 Martin Lawrence medieval comedy film, “The Black Knight.” DeGregory is careful to avoid spoilers in talking about the highly anticipated drama set to premier October 3, but he does say that Martin’s character arc includes strong elements of revenge and the need to “right a wrong.” The Martin family, he said, is at the core of the play written exclusively for Kings Mountain by writer Bob Inman. For DeGregory, who is 57 and serves as the Postmaster for Bessemer City, this is his first time acting in a KMLT play. He said that not only has it been a lot a fun, but also one of the “most rewarding” experiences he’s had in theater. “(Director Caleb Sigmon) has been like a breath of fresh air,” DeGregory said, adding that Sigmon has been ingenious in helping the younger actors get into the rhythm of the big production. “He’s directed before and it shows. He’s done his homework. He has a very good sight of what he wants to happen.” He also had high praise for Inman’s lively script. “Bob has done a great job of writing,” he said. “It’s a great story and we think it’s translating well to the stage.” DeGregory said that in rehearsing for “Liberty Mountain,” he been able to reunite with a fair share of old theater acquaintances, but that the majority of the players are new to him.

Senior Center funds approved Rep. Tim Moore (RCleveland) confirmed this week that the H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Life & Conference Center has received an appropriation of $100,000 in the state budget for its building program. “These funds will help

contribute to the Senior Center's continued success and hard work in Kings Mountain," he said. Moore, who represents the 111th House District, is also chairman of the rules, calendar and operations of the N. C. House of Representatives.

Members are served pizza and salad by volunteers at Friday’s lunch at the Patrick Senior Center.

Library to close Sept. 19-20

Mountain. “Our seniors are the cornerstone of the quality of life in Kings Mountain,” he said. “We’re very proud of what it’s become and what it’s growing into.” Member Dot Humphries said the senior center has

Library closed for two days for painting The Mauney Memorial Library will be closed on Friday, September 19, and Saturday, September 20, so that the exterior of the 1923 House section of the library can be painted. The building will be painted in phases beginning the week of September 10. During the five to six week project, the entire exterior will be painted. Entrances and parking areas may be unavailable to the public. For safety, all barricades and restricted areas must be honored. The library staff apologizes for any inconvenience.

done a good job of getting those 50 and older out of ruts they may have developed in their retirement years. “It gets you away from home – and a lot of us need to do that,” she said. Representatives from the

city also distributed information about each of the city council members, the mayor and the city manager, a map of Kings Mountain voting wards and contact information for all of the city’s departments.

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Letters to the Editor

To the Editor,

When I read the following I found it to fit perfectly into reasons why casino jobs do not fit our City, County or people of Christian faith. Why is this unseen by our elected? Here is a paraphrased excerpt from Henry, Carl F. H. Bakers Dictionary of Christian Ethics. Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1973 Pg. 100 I borrowed from a NC Christian Action League article: There are at least three classes of occupation which Christians should hesitate to enter: (a) occupations dealing with matters that are likely to hurt others; (b) occupations not providing any useful service to society, and (c)

occupations which, though permissible in themselves, are harmful for the particular Christian. Now for my remarks: On August 26th Kings Mountain Mayor Rick Murphrey and the seven Council members were present for the monthly Council meeting. As had been common for the past seven months there were citizens there to oppose a proposed casino in Kings Mountain. This citizens comment portion of the meeting had a little different tone this time. A more diverse group spoke out against a casino. The Mayor was visibly uncomfortable during the session. So were some of the

council members. After the first person spoke against a casino there was applause from the audience, over 80% of whom were there on behalf of the speakers and also against a casino. The Shelby Star reported the following remark by the Mayor: “I know that you all get excited about hearing the same thing over again, but this is a business meeting. Please hold your applause,� Murphrey said. I, for one, was angered by the Mayor's remarks. Not because he didn't have every right to ask that applause be held, but because he was out of line when he made the comment about everyone getting excited about hearing the same thing

Labor Day, any day, count your blessings The average American is happy to have a paying job with the opportunity to make a little more money. Glenn Mollette Most Ameri- Guest Editorial cans would like to work a few extra hours when they could. However, many Americans dream of retiring to fish, golf, garden or relax. Others enjoy working so much that they never quit. It all depends on the kind of work you do. If you are a coal miner, then retirement at 55 looks great. If the daily manual labor is not too overtaxing then many enjoy staying on the job.

Some of my dearest friends are in their 70's and still work five days a week and sometimes more. A friend of mine who manages entertainers is 78 and has no current plans to retire. Another is 76 and is out every day working for a large corporation. Both agree that staying busy has been good for their mental and physical health. On the flip side of this are people in their 70's who have to work. Often they have jobs they don't really enjoy but without working some they could not survive. Life would be almost impossible without Social Security and Medicare for America's senior adults. Most of our elderly would be starving or

homeless without these two government programs. These programs along with people working whatever jobs they can find, keep most of America's seniors off the streets. I only wish the money collected from people would stay in these programs. Unfortunately, millions of Americans would love the opportunity to work through Labor Day and the rest of the holidays if they could find a paying job. Without an income it's almost impossible to relax and enjoy any day. On Labor Day or any day, count your blessings if life is going well for you. (Glenn Mollette is an American columnist and author.)

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over again. About a week has passed since the meeting and I've had time to reflect on the Mayor's comments, without the unclear thoughts during anger. The Mayor, does have a point, although I doubt he and I would agree on how I reached that conclusion. Even though each of the speakers always put a great deal of prayer, thought and effort into constructing a message they hope will open the eyes, ears and hearts of the elected, they are essentially saying the same thing. NO! NO! Mayor and Council, you didn't speak for us when you said “on behalf of the citizens�. NO! Mayor and Council, the jobs and city income are not realistic, but even if they were they would not outweigh the negative effects of gambling. NO! Mayor and Council, we

To the Editor, Congressman McHenry reminds me a lot of Eric Cantor. He is 90% Washington and 10% District. The 10th District has been hurt just like the rest of the country by the obstructionist agenda of the Republican Party. Congressman McHenry had the opportunity to fight for jobs and infrastructure spending and to object to shutdowns and debt ceiling fights creating uncertainty in the markets but he chose his career path over helping the people in his district. We have ourselves a career politician, a career that has been in the making since high school. Nothing wrong with that if the politician is taking care of his district. Eric Cantor was a career politician until voters reminded him that they too needed some attention. Congressman McHenry says he is

don't desire more crime, more hungry, more dependent. NO Mayor and Council, we don't want to go on unrepresented. NO! Mayor and Council, we don't want you to use our names in an immoral way. NO! Mayor and Council, we don't want a casino. How many ways are there to say NO? Please think for a moment: our government is supposed to be for the people, of the people and by the people. If that is true and we can't get those who serve us locally to do our will, how much harder will it be to garner cooperation from the state and federal level. Somehow we must once again come out as leaders of this country and the elected should serve us, not themselves. Beauford Burton Kings Mountain

frustrated with Washington. Well, he is there and we are here. We can’t break the gridlock in Washington but Congressman McHenry can certainly speak out and vote to do so. There is an alternative to Congressman McHenry and his name is Tate McQueen. Tate doesn’t have a lot of money to spend on ads but he has a track record of serving his community in Asheville. He is a public servant and will fight for what is right. Just ask the EPA and CTS Corporation. If you wish to donate to his campaign, Tate McQueen requests that you take ½ of what you plan to give and give it to your favorite charity. This is different. Tate McQueen is different. He lives and models the kind of behaviors we need to change Washington. David Turman Hickory

As summer comes to a close and we look ahead to the next Clean Power Plan limits carbon pollution season, what are some of your favorite things about fall? Harold P. Wimmer of those experiences– support National President and CEO, American Lung Association

Thomas Ferkol, MD President, American Thoracic Society

I like Halloween. I like the weather change. Chris Conrad

I like everything about fall. It’s the winter I don’t like. George Chavis

I’m not a big fan of fall. It’s when things are dying. And I know I’ll miss summer. Michelle Werner

We go to a lot of Civil War reenactments. Fall is a good time for those. Tim Jordan

Few things are more frightening for a parent than racing to the hospital with a child who can’t breathe. Few things are more difficult for a physician than telling a family that a loved one will not recover from an asthma attack. We work with people who know those experiences far too well and –because

reducing carbon pollution. The American Lung Association and the American Thoracic Society members and volunteers understand the impact of polluted air. We know that, as a nation, we have to do more to protect the ability of people to breathe, and that requires us to reduce carbon pollution from power plants. It isn’t enough for physicians to educate patients about the health risks of air pollution, and for parents to keep their

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Homecoming Sunday at Westover Baptist Church

■MEDITATION “You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.� Matthew 5: 14-16 Grace to you and peace from Jesus, the light of the world. Amen I have the opportunity each week to gather with the children of St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church Pre-School to have chapel together. We spend time praying together, reading a bible story and singing songs together. One of their favorite songs is “This Little Light of Mine.� I cannot accurately put into words the joy on the faces of the children when we get to the verse (and do the hand motions) that proclaims: “hide it under a bushel, NO! I’m gonna let it shine.� The children are so excited to exclaim that light is not to be hidden, but to be shared. Jesus, in the fifth chapter of Matthew’s gospel, exclaims to his disciples and to us today that we are the light of the world. Light: it’s an important necessity of our day. We gain light by means of natural resources such as the sun and moon. We benefit from light through man-made electricity. And we experience the light as we are around others who radiate such energy and passion. Light brings into view the

dark places and spaces as it showers them with its glowing warmth. Light brings into view the pain and suffering that we see in the world; pain and suffering that is in need of restoration, attention and love. The last verse to that children’s song exclaims, “Jesus gave it to me, I’m gonna let it shine; let it shine all the Josh Tucker time, let it shine.� Jesus has given us Pastor his light to shine throughout the entire St. Matthew’s world. We are called as Christians to be Lutheran Church his light. To go into the dark places of this world proclaiming the glowing warmth of God’s love for us; to shine forth God’s grace and forgiveness; and to bring to light all that is in need of hearing the good news that Jesus is Lord. So let us go forth to be the light of the world, shining the light of Jesus everywhere. Amen.

Gospel Singing Saturday Higher Ground, a gospel group from Mount Holly, will be featured in a gospel singing on Saturday, Sept. 13, at 624 E . King Street in Kings Mountain. The group will sing at 2 p.m. The public is invited.

Westover Baptist Church, 114 Westover Dr., will celebrate Homecoming Sunday, Sept. 14. Sunday School will start at 9:30 a.m. with special music by the Cordsmen at 10:30 a.m. and the morning worship service at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be served in the fellowship hall after the service. No evening service will be held. Everyone is welcome.

Dixon Youth Sunday Young people of Dixon Presbyterian Church will conduct the worship service on Youth Sunday, Sept. 14, at 11 a.m.at Dixon Presbyterian Church. Everyone is welcome.

Homecoming at Bynum Chapel Homecoming Day is Sunday, Sept. 14 at Bynum Chapel AME Zion Church, 213 N. Cansler Street. Rev. Gloria Easter and the Links Chapel AME Zion Church Choir from Iron Station will lead the service at 3 p.m. Revival services will begin Monday and continue through Wednesday. Rev. Dr. Debra Hall and the Neely's Grove AME Zion Church of Gastonia will lead the Monday night service. Rev. Vernon F. Stinson, Sr., Bynum Chapel pastor, invites the public to all of the services.

Fellowship & Faith

Church Service Directory KINGS MOUNTAIN Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member KM Senior Center 909 E. Kings St. Anew Beginning Baptist Church 415 Dixon School Rd. 704-473-1372 Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700 Arise Church Kings Mountain YMCA 211 Cleveland Ave. Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487 Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917 Burning Bush House of God 310 Long Branch Rd (KM) Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Pastor Clifton Morgan Carson Memorial Baptist Church 262 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-2247 Central United Methodist Church 113 S. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-2471 Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697 Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015

Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152 Christ The King Catholic Church 714 Stone Street 704-487-7697 Church at Kings Mountain 108 E. Mountain St. (KM Women’s Club Bldg.) 704-739-1323

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Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-739-3773 Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477 Crowders Mountain Baptist 125 Mayberry Lane 704-739-0310 David Baptist Church 2300 David Baptist Church Road 704-739-4555 Dixon Presbyterian Church 602 Dixon School Road dixonpresbyterian.com East Gold Street Wesleyan Church 701 E. Gold Street 704-739-3215 East Kings Mountain Church of God Hwy 161, Bessemer City/KM Hwy. 704-739-7367

Love Valley Baptist Church El Bethel United Methodist Church 122 El-bethel Road 704-739-9174 Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 602 Canterbury Road 704-739-9939 Faith Ablaze Church 1128 S. York Road 704-739-8496 Faith Baptist Church 1009 Linwood Road 704-739-8396 Faith Holiness Church Hwy. 161/Bessemer City Rd. 704-739-1997 Family Worship Center 1818 Shelby Road 704-739-7206

Eastside Baptist Church 308 York Road 704-739-8055 Ebenezer Baptist Church 1621 County Line Road 704-739-8331

First Baptist Church 605 W. King Street 704-739-3651

Grace Fellowship 144 West Mountain Street 704-481-8888

First Church of the Nazarene 121 Countryside Road 704-734-1143

Grace United Methodist Church 830 Church Street 704-739-6000

First Presbyterian Church 111 E. King Street 704-739-8072 First Wesleyan Church 505 N. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-4266 Galilee United Methodist 117 Galilee Church Road 704-739-7011 Gospel Assembly Church 202 S. Railroad Avenue 704-739-5351 Good Hope Presbyterian Church 105 N. Cansler Street 704-739-1062

Harvest Baptist Church 144 Ware Road 704-734-0714 Kings Mountain Baptist Church 101 W. Mountain Street 704-739-2516 Life of Worship Ministries 405 S. Cherokee St. 704-777-2927 Kings Mtn. Dream Center 1128 York Road 704-739-8496 Tim & Angie Goates, Pastors www.kmdreamcenter.com

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■ OBITUARIES Jim House KINGS MOUNTAIN James “Jim” House Jr., 74, of Oak Grove Road, died Sat., Sept. 6, 2014, at Kings Mountain Hospice House. Graveside services are Wednesday at 4 p.m. at Mountain Rest Cemetery with military honors. The family received friends on Tuesday from 6-7:30 p.m. at ClayBarnette Funeral Home of Kings Mountain. Betty Lou Howell KINGS MOUNTAIN Betty Lou Howell, age 83, resident of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away September 2, 2014 at Carolina Care Center, Cherryville, NC. A graveside service was held at Mountain Rest Cemetery on Sunday, September 7, at 3:30 p.m. Visitation was from 2 to 3 p.m. prior to the service at Harris Funeral Home, Kings Mountain. James “Mickey” Ray, Sr. KINGS MOUNTAIN Mickey Ray, 66, 711 McDaniel Road, passed away, Thursday, Septem-

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ber 4, 2014, at Kings Mountain Hospice House. Funeral services were held 2:30 p.m. Saturday, September 6 at Christian Freedom Baptist Church. The family received friends from 1-2:30 p.m. at the church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Wanda Wray Smith SHELBY - Wanda Wray Smith, 57, of Polkville Rd., died Friday, Sept. 5, 2014, at her home. Funeral services are Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Clay-Barnette Funeral Home Chapel. The family received friends on Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m., at the funeral home. Burial is at Sunset Cemetery. Shelia Suttles KINGS MOUNTAIN -- Shelia Ann Suttles, 61, 118 N. City Street, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014, at Cleveland Regional Medical Center. The funeral service was 11 a.m. Friday at ClayBarnette Funeral Home Chapel of Kings Mountain. Burial followed in Mountain Rest Cemetery.

Free band concert The Wilcote Band will present a free concert of country music Saturday, Sept. 20 from 6-9 p.m. at Hounds Campground on S. Battleground Avenue. The public is invited.

ARRESTS SEPT. 2: Jessica Macabre Grayson, 20, Bessemer City, domestic violence, assault, no bond. SEPT. 2: Jeff Jerome Guyton Jr., 31, 105 Brayton Lane, assault on handicapped, assault on female, simple assault, $5000 bond, secured. He was also served with a criminal summons to appear in court Sept. 12. SEPT. 6: Joshua Phillip Ross, 20, 1255 Washington St., assault with deadly weapon, injury to personal property, injury to real property, $20,000 bond, secured. He was also cited for communicating threats and possession of drug paraphernalia. SEPT. 6: Brandon Lee Gordon Meeks, 18, 219-1 El Bethel Road, second degree trespass, secured, $1,000 bond, secured. SEPT. 7: Timothy Duane Furr, 26, 509 W. Gold St., communicating threats, two counts resist public officer, $5000 bond, secured. SEPT. 7: A 17-year-old male was charged with DWI, careless and reckless driving and carrying concealed weapon, $20,000 bond, secured. SEPT. 8: Andre Xavier Foster, 30, 1910 Alpine Dr., second degree trespass, $2,000 bond, unsecured. CITATIONS SEPT. 4: Joshua Scott Barnes, 22, 616 Manley Ave., fictitious tag, covering up a registration plate on a vehicle. SEPT. 5: Johnny Howard Jones Jr., 34, Conover, expired tag.

INCIDENTS SEPT. 2: A resident of E. Ridge St. reported vandalism to her 2004 Chevrolet and deflating of her automobile tires. WRECKS AUG. 20: Officer Chi Ming Lai said that Misty Moore Breakfield, 901 First St, traveling on the ramp to I-85 northbound, said a rock from a Kerns Trucking truck operated by Robert James Lefevers, Shelby, cracked her windshield doing $500 damage. AUG. 23: Officer Chi Ming Lai said that a 1995 Honda operated by Seth Andrew Haraszkiewicz , 104 E. King St., was rear-ended by a 2012 GMC operated by Robert Marshall Mann of Concord. Haraszkiewicz said he was slowing down to enter the laundromat on US 74 Business. Property damage was minor. AUG. 29: Officer H.W. Carpenter said that Amber Herron, 205 Thornburg Drive, operating a 1997 Toyota was stopped in the parking lot at the Kings Mountain High School and an unknown vehicle backed into her car. Property damage was slight. SEPT. 4: Officer H.W. Carpenter said that Herbert Dozier Jr. of Columbia, SC, operating a 2012 IHC truck, was making a left turn into a parking lot at 405 Margrace Road and struck a parked 2008 Toyota belonging to BB Auto Sales, 405 Margrace Road, and a 2000 Nissan owned by BB Auto Sales. Property damages were estimated at $1500.

Wright arrested in Virginia Cleveland County Sheriff's Deputies have charged Regis Lee Wright, 22, 704 N. Lafayette Street Apt. 10, Shelby, with three counts of robbery with a dangerous weapon and one count of attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon. Sheriff Alan Norman said that Wright was arrested in connection with a rash of armed robberies Regis Lee Wright around Cleveland County on July 24 at the Swainsville One Stop, Hamrick's Grocery, Burns Save Mart, and Highway 18 Mini Mart. Wright is being held with no bond because he was on probation when the offenses occurred. Wright was initially charged as a probation absconder and was arrested by US Marshals in Virginia and returned to Cleveland County. Norman said, “I would like to thank the Shelby Police Department and the US Marshal's office for all the hard work and assistance they gave us. We are glad to have this individual off the streets. This was a true team effort.” SEPT. 4: Officer H.W. Carpenter said that Darwin Hardin, 703 Jackson St., operating a 2011 Chevrolet, struck a parked 1994 Buick owned by Jose Flores of Grover and then ran down an embankment through brush and small trees. Flores told the officer that he unknowingly had his car in reverse. The accident happened at 704 York Rd. Property damages were estimated at $8500. SEPT. 4: Officer H.W. Carpenter said that Rhonda Kay Taylor, 43, Cherryville, reported that she was walking to her vehicle in the parking lot of 1320 Shelby Road and her right arm was struck by a vehicle backing from a parking place. Myra Dale Allen, Marigold Apartments, operating a 2004 Nis-

san, said she did not strike the pedestrian. Taylor declined medical treatment and said she had been in the hospital all day. SEPT. 4: Officer H.W. Carpenter said that Michael Tessener II, operating a 2013 Kia, struck a 1999 Chevrolet operated by Billie Whary, 105 Ware Street and stopped in the left lane at the intersection of Kings Mountain Blvrd. Tessener was traveling west on Highway 74 Business when the collision happened. Witnesses stated that Whary's head was down as if texting. The officer said Whary had apparently spilled a cup of orange juice and became distracted. Property damages were estimated at $35,000.

‘Big Hearts’ blood drive at Senior Center Applications being accepted for Sheriff’s Citizen Academy

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Joel Rountree remembers the first time he donated blood. He was a freshman at Davidson College in 1967 and American forces were taking casualties in the Vietnam War on the other side of the world. The retired National Guard officer and high school history teacher has given so often since then that he’s lost count, but he knows it’s well over a hundred. Rountree was at it again last week, joining more than 40 others in a blood drive Friday at the Patrick Senior Center. He said after the mandatory interview, the process of drawing blood can take as little as 15 minutes. “I know I have the skills required – I can lie down and bleed,” he joked as a phlebotomist drew a unit from his arm. “You don’t have to be rich to do it,” said Kathy Allred, who volunteers for both the senior center and the American Red Cross. “You just have to have a big heart. It’s the only gift you can’t go to the store and buy.” Matthew Gray, 23, who read a novel in the Harry Potter series while waiting to be called for the interview, said Friday’s donation was approximately his tenth time giving. He got started in high school, when a friend’s senior project dealt with raising awareness about donating blood. “It’s a way I know I can help,” said Gray, who is pursuing a masters in psychology. “It just takes an hour out of my day.”

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American Red Cross collection specialists assist donors Joel Rountree (above) and Monty Thornburg (below) at a blood drive Friday at the Lawrence Patrick Senior Center. Gray said his father also had an appointment for later in the afternoon. The senior center’s director Monty Thornburg could also be seen stretched out Friday in one of the Red Cross’ familiar donation chairs. “I try to give four times a year,” he said. After a quick interview, potential donors are talked through the process, which extracts 550 milliliters (the equivalent of about a can and a half of soda) of whole blood from each individual. Blood is tested later at a centralized American Red Cross lab. A unit of blood has the potential to save three lives, according to Red Cross officials. The Patrick Senior Center hosts a

Sheriff Alan Norman announces that applications are now being accepted for the 2014 Sheriff’s Citizen Academy, which is scheduled for October 6 – November 17, 2014. The SCA will be comprised of (7) Monday night sessions at the Cleveland County Law Enforcement Center, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. There will be (1) Saturday morning class on November 1, at the Sheriff’s Firing Range & Training Facility. Norman said the purpose of the Sheriff’s Citizen Academy is to increase understanding and positive communication between citizens and Sheriff’s personnel through interaction and education. The Sheriff’s Citizen Academy will cover a different topic each week, including the unique aspects and history of the Office of Sheriff. Representatives of Patrol, Criminal Investiga-

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From Page 1A a traditional raffle. An array of door prizes valued at $25 or more will be awarded to at least every fifth ticket drawn from a raffle barrel. The last ticket drawn at the end of the evening wins the grand prize of $10,000. This year's finale will feature prizes increasing in value up to the last ticket drawn; the last four tickets drawn prior to the grand prize winner will each receive a special gift and the second runner up will win a vacation package valued at over $500. The live auction will include a stunning diamond bracelet and an assortment of vacation offerings, including four one-day Hopper passes for Walt Disney World Florida Theme Parks, a two night stay in the Monet Garden Room at The Inn at Ragged Gardens in historic Blowing Rock, a five day/four night stay in Cancun, Mexico for two adults and two children, a week-long vacation at Ocean Lakes Family Campground in Myrtle Beach, SC and a dinner for four in Charlotte with limousine pickup and transportation. The silent auction is also not to be missed, and guests are sure to find something for themselves and everyone on their shopping list. An exciting array of sports memorabilia will be up for bid, including a Charlotte Hornets team-signed basketball, a NY Jets football autographed by Brett Favre, two front row seat tickets to the Charlotte Panthers football game and Carolina Panthers football signed by several payers. Home furnishings and decor include an elegant oval chair side table, decorative floral vase, trio of goldtone candle holders, unique Christmas wreath, collectable metal signs, and 'must haves' for the garden including a squirrel proof bird feeder, a cedar bird feeder, a five in one planting tool with flower bulbs and a rain gauge as well as a unique selection of local artwork, including one of a kind creations, framed prints, note cards and more.

The silent auction will include a stellar collection of health and beauty items including gift certificates for teeth whitening, esthetic consultation, microdermabrasion, and a haircut with color and style. Designer jewelry and handcrafted treasures such as carved wooden pendants, a red jade and freshwater seed pearl necklace, and trendy statement jewelry pieces will be offered. Those looking for food and entertainment packages may be interested in a dinner to go for 25 people, a wine tasting and tour for 9-10 people, an airscape view of Cleveland County, or a package of local restaurant certificates. Other treasures up for bid will be a handwoven wine basket package, a wine and cheese set, a photography package, a replica Revolutionary War era flintlock pistol and a one year family membership to the Kings Mountain YMCA. This year's cake auction will feature something for everyone's sweet tooth – from a coconut lime pound cake to a seven layer chocolate cake, red velvet cake chocolate mascarpone crunch cake and more. Focht expressed appreciation to sponsors: Founder Level–Harris Funeral Home and IMERY's'; Patriot Level–Bank of the Ozarks, Cleveland County HealthCare System, Dilling Heating Co., Kings Mountain Animal Hospital, Dr. Jeff Mauney, Oakland Plantation Inc., Dr. and Mrs. R. Ronald Toffolo; Friend Level– Bridges True Value Hardware, Brinkley Financial Group, Dr. Jeff Carley, Carolina Cotton Co., Dicey Mills, Inc., Kerns Trucking Inc., Kings Mountain Kiwanis Club, Inc., Neisler Brothers, Inc., and Warlick and Hamrick Insurance Agency, Evelyn and Larry Hamrick and Florrie and Larry Hamrick Jr. For more information visit the web page: http.//www.kingsmountainmuseum.org/annual-fundraiser.html. You can also call 704-739-1019 or follow the museum on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

who taught first grade at West Elementary for many years, and West 5th grade teacher Lib Gamble inspired and encouraged her to choose teaching as a career. “Mrs. Gamble made it fun to learn in the classroom and I still share what I learned from both Mom and Lib Gamble in my classrooms." Anthony is a graduate of Kings Mountain High School, holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from LenoirRhyne University, a Master of Arts in school administration and a Doctor of Education in school leadership from Gardner-Webb University. She began her teaching career in Virginia in 1977and began her classroom experience in Cleveland County at Bethware teaching second grade. She was a classroom teacher for 20 years before going into school administration, first as an assistant principal. She is the wife of Tommy Anthony, who works at Bridgestone-Firestone in Gastonia and they have two adult children. Emily Anthony is a teaching fellow and a student at Southeastern Seminary and a former missionary in Budapest, Hungary where she worked for six years in the International Christian School. Eric Anthony is employed by Boeing in Charleston, SC. Janet is the daughter of J.C. and Edie Bridges of Kings Mountain. She feels that for a school to be successful it takes a total school effort and she says all Grover employees comprise that team. “We look at the individual child to meet his or her needs and we start with the basics." During her career Anthony has taught all-age elementary students and also served as assis-

tant principal at Township Three, Kings Mountain Middle, Kings Mountain Intermediate, and Grover Elementary. Over the last 37 years, some of the biggest changes she

local mission trips to Liberia are canceled due to the Ebola crisis but she said that rice, the staple food in the African country, is in great need and First Baptist has been collecting large amounts of

Dr. Janet Bridges Anthony at her desk at Grover School. has seen came in the form of technology. “I have loved all my positions and there is always something special about each grade and the opportunity to make a difference in each life,'' she said. Anthony's teaching experience and leadership skills took her on short mission trips to Honduras twice and Liberia twice where she trained teachers at Ricks Institute, teaching in the classrooms and leading Vacation Bible School along with other volunteers from First Baptist Church of Kings Mountain. Rev. Edwin Dorley, a pastor and director of Ricks Institute, shadowed several teachers in Cleveland County and spent two days with Grover Elementary teachers and students. Anthony is saddened that

rice to send to Liberia. “I was so impressed by a painting by Patrick Lokoua that he sent me his painting of a young African student and I have it displayed proudly in my office at Grover School," said Anthony. The struggling economy has impacted Cleveland County students. Eaton Corporation employees recently took school supplies to Grover school and presented a check for $750 to be used for books for a library where students read at their level of reading. “We are so appreciative to Eaton employees for their generosity to our students," she said. “I am really thankful God led me into this career. I want to give Him the credit for who I am today," she added.

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line of work that you have been in over the past 15 years) for at least a year, or result in death. There is no such thing as a partial disability benefit. If you’re fit enough to work part-time, your application will be denied. You also need not apply if you still are working with the intention of quitting if your application is approved, because if you’re working your application will be denied. Your skill set and age are factors too. Your application will be denied if your work history suggests that you have the skills to preform a less physically demanding job that your disability does not prevent you from doing. To help you determine if you are disabled, visit ssa.gov/dibplan/dqualify5.htm and go through the five questions Social Security uses to determine disability.

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Kids dig into science at KM YMCA camp

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Jackson, Sheffler engagement announced William Lawrence Etters and Teresa Falls of Kings Mountain are pleased to announce the engagement of their niece, Shawna Jackson, to Ryan Sheffler, son of Richard and Dorothy Woodworth of Raleigh, NC. The couple will be married on November 8, 2014 at the Preston Woodall House in Benson, NC. The wedding will be officiated by a friend of the groom, Jonathan Holiday. The bridal party will consist of the Maid of Honor Lindsey Tote and bridesmaids Michelle McDonald and Sarah Armstrong. Best man will be Josh Tilly and groomsmen will be brothers of the groom, Jason Woodworth and David Sheffler. In the absence of the bride's father, who is deceased, her close friend John Tyler Brann will be giving the bride away. The engaged couple currently resides in Garner, North Carolina.

Pictured (top) are campers in the Summer Science Camp at the Kings Mountain Family YMCA. The two pictures (below) show some of the activities the young people enjoyed including hands-on projects that enhanced their camping experience. By Judy W. Ford as well as the delicious pizza too! Later on in the week the campers got to experience capturing macro invertebrates in the creek and lake at Crowder’s Mountain State Park, with the help of the Park Rangers. The comical screams of laughter and surprised shouts of “What’s this?” filled the forest with sounds of eager wet campers. The campers continued acquiring new skills as they canoed on the park lake. Finally, it was time for wildlife in our backyards. The campers soon discovered what scurries, slithers, and soars – yes even in their own backyards! Campers enjoyed hands on at Son Ridge Farms milking and bottle-feeding goats. Home Depot of Gastonia came to join in the fun with hammers in hand and made it possible for all campers to build their own birdhouse for their own backyard wildlife. Campers were presented a certificate of accomplishment for Summer Science Camp and were asked what was their favorite experience from the week. It was unanimous “EVERYTHING”! The campers definitely had an experience of erupting, rocking, splashing in the backyard jungle of life at the KM Family YMCA’ s Summer Science Camp. Science Campers unique quote for the week: “when your experiment doesn’t go right, never say ‘oops’ always say ‘ahh, interesting” “All the world is a laboratory to the inquiring mind.” – Martin H. Fischer

Greater Shelby Community Theatre celebrates 2014-15 opening season Greater Shelby Community Theatre will celebrate the opening of its 2014-15 season Thursday, Sept. 13, at the Neal Senior Center in Shelby. Doors open at 7 p.m. for refreshments and entertainment starts at 7:30 p.m. This year's entertainment will feature a staged reading of a play written to celebrate the 220th anniversary of Johnny Appleseed's birth. Written by resident playwright Ludy Wilkie, “Hello, Johnny Appleseed” will feature Craig Davis, Laura Wheeler, and Lily Wheeler. Patrons will be treated to vocal entertainment from Betty Z. Taylor. The season opener will offer the opportunity to purchase season tickets. Tickets are also valid for free admission to Kings Mountain Little Theatre performances. Greater Shelby Community Theatre has been offering quality productions for over 35 years in the Greater Shelby area. GSCT offers the free season opener as a thank you to supporters.

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Fun time at Summer Science Camp at the KM Family YMCA was held for a group of energized campers. 1st through 3rd grade campers were invited to attend with lots of enthusiasm to discover the marvels of science outdoors. Campers attending were Gideon Allen, Sara Kate Bridges, Branson Bouchard, Jasalyn Cash, Chance Habel, Elliot Habel, Cameron Herndon, Zach Johnson, Alexa Jones, Matthew Rikard, Thomas Spicer, Will Spicer, Max Thompson, Brooke Waseman, Lisa Welborn, and Camp Counselor Judy Ford. The week began with hands on experiments to enhance the learning adventures of the campers. The explosions of coke and toilet paper were blasting ways of learning about the properties of matter. Then it was off to the Gateway Trails where young minds gathered to learn more about minerals from Mr. Charlie Padgett, who shared his unique knowledge and collection. A hike on the Gateway Trail was a great way to find really cool specimens and enjoy a picnic lunch too. Afterwards, the campers ventured down to the Martin Marietta Quarry with Dwayne Clark. Traveling through the quarry in a bus, campers got that “Magic School Bus” feeling as they explored the land of rocks and minerals. With hardhats on, they traveled from the bottom to the top, much like the rocks do. The campers were amazed how small they were, standing beside the heavy equipment used at the quarry. Rock collecting was a rockn’ hit with the campers

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POLLUTION: Clean power plan limits carbon pollution From Page 1A children with asthma indoors on bad air days. We must reduce pollution before it takes a further toll on our children and families. As a nation, we have cut air pollution by over 70 percent since 1970, but today more than 147 million Americans (nearly half of the U.S. population) still live where the air is unhealthy to breathe. Warmer temperatures from climate change will make it even harder to reduce air pollution in many places, and increase the likelihood of drought, wildfires and other threats to our health. Fortunately, we can fight those threats. Recently, hundreds of people attended public hearings hosted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Denver, Atlanta, Pittsburgh and Washington, DC to speak out in support of the proposed Clean Power Plan to place first-ever limits on power plant carbon pollution. They spoke up because they recognize that reducing carbon pollution benefits the health of communities across the nation. The EPA’s Clean Power Plan provides states with tools to reduce the carbon pollution from power plants by 30 percent, moving us forward in the fight against climate change. But the plan would do more than that. When fully implemented, the carbon reduction plan will also reduce lethal air pollutants such as nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide and mercury by 25 percent, preventing up to 6,600 premature deaths and 150,000 asthma attacks in children each year. The plan would also help prevent heart attacks, hospital admissions and missed days of work or school due to illness. Public health experts call this prevention. For the rest of us, it’s just simple common sense. That is why both our organizations support efforts of the EPA to establish national limits on carbon pollution. If we, as a nation, act responsibly now to reduce carbon pollution we can simultaneously improve our air quality now and prevent many of the adverse health and environmental impacts for future generations.

Downtown getting new restaurant A new downtown restaurant looks to offer diners a lighter, healthier fare when it opens later this month. The owners of Gentle Moon CafĂŠ say its menu will include paninis, homemade soups, herbal teas, fruit and vegetable smoothies, and vegetarian options. “When we saw the space, we knew it was the perfect fit,â€? said Betsy Kukulka, who was busy with her husband and daughter getting the new restaurant ready for business last week. Gentle Moon CafĂŠ will be located on E. Gold St. near the corner of Cherokee St., the former address of the Sub Factory. The Kukulkas operated a pizzeria in the Buffalo, N.Y. area for 30 years before retiring and selling the business a few years ago. They moved to Kings Mountain then to be near some family members and it didn’t take long living here to see a new opportunity. “What we’re going for is a more health-conscious menu,â€? Kukulka said. “The focus will be on getting and staying healthy. Our smoothies will be made from fresh ingredients – no powders – and customers will see them made right in front of them.â€? She said Gentle Moon CafĂŠ will strive for a laid-back atmosphere. “We’ll have a chessboard, a checkerboard and books,â€? she said. “We’re going to encourage people to donate or take books.â€?

First Baptist cookbook for sale After months of planning, editing and finalizing the content, the Women’s Ministry of First Baptist Church Kings Mountain is pleased to announce that its cookbook, First Baptist Family Favorites, is on-hand and ready for purchase. All proceeds from the cookbook go directly to support the Mission Readiness Fund, a fund that supports global mission work. “This cookbook is full of ‘tried and true’ recipes, the kind of food you will prepare over and over,� said Emolyn Lambert, director of the Women’s Ministry. “We have fabulous cooks in our church, and this is a collection of their favorite recipes. There is something in here for every taste!� The cover artwork is the creation of Kings Mountain artist Jack Greenfield. The book has eight sections with divider pages featuring the missionaries and missions supported by the church. The cookbook has two indexes. The first, a recipe index, makes it easy to find an individual recipe, and the

second index alphabetically lists all the contributors and cross-references each of their recipes. Lambert goes on to say, “These are beautiful, practical cookbooks. The three-ring binding makes it easy to use and the print is big enough to read when you are in the middle of cooking. We also included pages of helpful hints – measurement substitutions, cooking terms, baking hints and other cooking basics.� The cookbook committee was chaired by Dianna Allen. Others on the committee were Jennifer Ann Conner, Carol Johnson, Kim Kornegay, Debbie Lineberger, Linda Newsome, Martha Sloan, Linda Rome, Missy Short, Linda Sing and Ruth Yarbro. First Baptist Family Favorites is $20. Cookbooks are available at various venues in Kings Mountain and through the church office. Call 704-739-3651 to get your copies.

Six Kings Mountain food facilities inspected Six Kings Mountain area facilities that serve food were inspected by the Cleveland County Health Department Aug. 25-29 and included: Kings Mountain Hospital 96.0; Rhonda's Kitchen, S. Battleground Ave., 97; Kings Mountain Care Center, Ferguson Road, 98.5; Summit Place, Phifer Road, 98.5, East Elementary School 99; and West Elementary School 99.

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The wine shop that took a chance on Kings Mountain palates last year has found it needs more space to accommodate its popular tastings and wine classes. Grapes in a Glass owner Kenny Richardson said he’s expanding into a larger space next door to his East Gold St. location so he can host live music and other get-to-gethers. “It will allow us to have three times the people – and more wine selection,� said Richardson, who opened A selection of wines on the shelves at Grapes in a Grapes in a Glass last No- Glass. The shop’s owner said it has outgrown the vember. “Classes have gotten bigger. Tastings have Cherokee St. restaurant that sits around the proven to be extremely popular.� Richardson was taking a look at the ad- corner from the wine shop that opened its ditional space Thursday afternoon and said doors last year will serve steak, salmon and potatoes to Grapes in a Glass customers. it will be ready to use in about a month. Richardson hosts tastings every Friday “I like the scruffy, unfinished cement floor so we’re keeping that,� he said. “We’ll from 6 to 8 p.m. He's also planning a fresh round of wine classes, but doesn’t have dates have a wall bar too.� Richardson said he envisions the new, set yet. The wine bar offers free wi-fi and an inlarger space will be used for tastings, classes and special events while the existing part of ventory of wines that span the globe, and the store will focus on the retail side. He also micro-brewed beer from Asheville to New said he predicted that he would soon out- York State. It also sells a host of accessories, like bottle stoppers, candles, mulling spices, grow the original store. Grapes in a Glass will also be partnering gift baskets large and small, cordless wine with The Southern Chew to provide entrees openers and decorative containers that are on Friday and Saturday nights. The small for used wine corks.

Ron Hunter headlines Blues Outback at Gaston College, Sept. 12 Big Ron Hunter of Winston-Salem will headline Blues Out Back Friday, Sept. 12, from 6:30-8 p.m. at Gaston County Museum, a free summer concert, on the lawn behind the museum in downtown Dallas. This performance is sponsored by “R&R Powder Coating and Brooks Insurance. Hunter was mentored by bluesman Guitar Gabriel and developed his unique style while raising a family and working a day job. Retired now, Hunter is breaking into the blues scene and play his music. Concert-goers are encouraged to take blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic for an evening of music with friends and family.

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â– BRIEFS Mount Olive Giveaway Saturday Mount Olive Baptist Church, Dixon School Road, has free food to distribute to the area needy on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 12 noon until 3 p.m. An application form must be filled out on the first visit to the giveaway. The church is located beside of Barrett's Floor Covering, the former Compact School building.

Unfortunately you will not get a flashing red light to let you know when your stones are loose or when prongs are worn or broken. Your jewelry requires maintenance just like automobiles. Bring your items by for a free cleaning and inspection before it becomes more costly!

Casino Awareness Group Kings Mountain Awareness Group will hold a citizens information forum on “the effects of casino development in Kings Mountain� Saturday, Sept. 13, from 12:30-2 p.m. at Life of Worship Ministries Outreach Center, 403 Cherokee Street. The event, to which the public is invited, is sponsored by Life of Worship

Ministries Outreach Center. Shirley Beatty is executive pastor. Ricky Beatty is senior pastor.

Midview Baptist yard sale Midview Baptist Church, 703 Margrace Rd, Kings Mountain will have a yard sale and hot dog sale, Saturday, Sept. 13. Yard sale starts 7 a.m. and lunches $5 per plate from 11-1.

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KMHS at East Friday for first SMAC game

KM - FV POSTGAME PLAYS OF THE GAME 1 – With KM leading 20-14 early in the third period, FV was driving for a potential game-tying or go-ahead TD when FV QB John Crawford threw deep to speedster Moe Neal. KM’s 6-1 safety Jake Merchant leaped high to intercept the pass at the KM 9 yard line. Brandon Bell then hit Tico Crocker with a short pass and Crocker turned it into a 53-yard gain to the FV 38. Crocker was stripped of the ball at the 45 but Merchant recovered it to retain possession. 2 - After KM went up 28-14 early in the fourth quarter, Cedric Wilson recovered an onside kick at the KM 47, setting up a 51-yard, fourminute scoring drive that put the game out of reach.

YARDSTICK KM First downs 19 Yds. Rushing 244 Yds. Passing 194 Passing 12-22-1 Fumbles lost 0 Penalties 7-85 Punts 2-35

F 10 83 132 12-21-2 1 7-45 3-32

INDIVIDUAL STATS KM RUSHING – Brandon Bell 22-94, Dylan Frederick 13-72, Darian McClain 9-65, Tico Crocker 2-12, Shawn Adams 1-1. KM PASSING – Bell 12-22-1187. KM RECEIVING – Tico Crocker 4-84, Jake Merchant 550, Shawn Adams 2-40, Xavier Johnson 1-20.

HOW THEY DID IT FIRST QUARTER KM – 5:05 – Crocker, 4-run. (Sam Liss kick). 70-yard, 10play drive. Crocker 3-34 receiving. KM – Crocker 8-run (kick failed). 68-yard drive, 7 plays highlighted by McClain 47yard run. Drive set up when Merchant and Marquis Camp each tipped a pass and Shawn Adams intercepted it.

very proud of our players.” The Mountaineer defense showed its power early, holding the Jaguars to three and out on the game’s opening possession. Then, the offense went right to work, driving 70 yards in 10 plays to take a 70 lead on a four-yard sweep of left end by Tico Crocker. Sam Liss kicked the PAT. The Mountaineers squibbed kickoffs to the left side of the Forestview receiving team all night, and it paid off as very few were returned and those for just a few yards.

It’s a new season for Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers Friday when they travel to Forest City to take on a very good East Rutherford team. It’s the South Mountain Athletic Conference opener for both teams. While their three non-conference wins over Hunter Huss, East Gaston and Forestview were impressive, the games that count begin this week and it’s this eight-game stretch that will determine how successful the Mountaineers will be. Kings Mountain swept its three-game non-conference slate, beating Hunter Huss, East Gaston and Forestview. East Rutherford is 2-1, having lost 41-24 to a very good Asheville Erwin team, and beating North Gaston 29-7 and perennial Western NC power Tuscola 39-29. East is their usual self. The Cavaliers are big and strong and have very good and quick running backs. “They have a great running game,” says Mountaineer head coach Greg Lloyd. “They have three good running backs and a good fullback. The quarterback can run as well. They’re a very impressive team. This is going to be a big game.” Running back Kam Garrison has been the Cavaliers’ leader thus far, averaging 107 yards rushing per game. But transfer Calvin Camp has also been impressive along with quarterback DJ Miller and others.

See KM/FV, 2B

See KM/EAST, 6B

Kings Mountain's Tico Crocker (2) sweeps left end for a touchdown in Friday's game at Forestview. Kings Mountain won 35-21.

Mountaineers whip Jags 35-21 Kings Mountain’s offense continued to roll and the defense contained one of the best running backs in North Carolina as the Mountaineers defeated stateranked Forestview 35-21 for their third straight victory Friday night in Gastonia. The win completes an undefeated run against nonconference opponents. Now, the Mountaineers begin to concentrate on the most important part of their season, an eight-game stretch of South Mountain Athletic Conference teams. Kings Mountain’s defensive front and linebackers did a super job shutting down Division 1 recruit Moe Neal of the Jaguars, holding him to just seven yards rushing on five carries. His longest gain was three yards. “We put as many people up there as we could and played man to man behind them,” Coach Lloyd said. “I am pleased with our players.” That great defensive effort forced the Jaguars to go to a deep passing game, which had some success but not enough to outscore the Mountaineers. The Mountaineers’ strong running game, paced by Brandon Bell, Darian McClain and Dylan Frederick, rolled up 244 yards and

Kings Mountain quarterback Brandon Bell scores a touchdown against Forestview Friday night in Gastonia. dominated time of possession. Kings Mountain kept the ball for 78 plays to only 40 for the Jaguars. Kings Mountain rolled to a 13-0 first quarter lead before lightning in the area resulted in a one-hour delay. With a lot of penalties, incomplete passes and officials’ discussions which resulted in some waved off flags, the game wasn’t over until 11:25. After the delay, the Jaguars seemed to catch a breath and rallied to cut the KM lead to 20-13. But the Mountaineers broke the game open in the fourth

quarter. “That was a big win,” noted Coach Lloyd. “We played a good game. It’s been a long time since we played that well. I was impressed with how we executed on both sides of the ball and special teams. “Our defensive coaches and players did a good job of stopping their running game and making them throw the ball,” he added. “This was the third straight game that we came out and scored touchdowns in the first quarter and put pressure on the other team’s defense. We outplayed them and I am

Mountaineer kickers coming up short in one-goal losses Kings Mountain High’s mens soccer team appears to be on the brink of becoming a good team but need to turn their one-point losses around.

SECOND QUARTER F – 10:55 – Montavis Rogers, 3 run (kick failed). Set up by Neal 27-yard reception. KM – 1:06 – Merchant, 8 pass (Liss kick). 51 yard, 13 play drive. Highlights 20-yard reception by Xavier Johnson and 23-yard reception by Merchant. F – 0:46.5 – Neal 32-pass from Crawford (Rogers run). 63yard, 3 play drive, including 22-yard QB keeper.

Four of their five losses have been by a single goal, including two last week to Crest and R-S Central. Kings Mountain built a 3-0 first half lead but Crest

got a hat trick from Nate Kennedy in the second half to defeat the Mountaineers 5-3 in a SMAC ConferSee SOCCER, 2B

FOURTH QUARTER KM – 11:16 – Bell 1-run (Johnson pass from Bell). 55 yards, 9 plays. Highlights Dylan Frederick 21-yard run and Merchant 13-yard reception on fourth down. KM – 7:29 – Bell 2-run (Liss kick). 51-yard, 9 play drive after Cedric Wilson recovered onside kick. D. Frederick 6-28 rushing. F – 4:06 – Crawford 6-run (Trey Heavener kick). 59-yd. drive, 7 plays.

NOTABLE The KM defense held FV Division 1 recruit Moe Neal to 7 yards rushing. He had been averaging 180 yards rushing per game.

Kings Mountain's Robbie Lysek (in white) heads the ball toward the Mountaineers' goal in last week's game with R-S Central at John Gamble Stadium. RS won 2-1.

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Unbeaten East Burke spikers here Monday The Kings Mountain and East Burke high school volleyball teams are headed for a battle for first place Monday afternoon at KM’s Donald L. Parker Gymnasium. The Lady Mountaineers remained undefeated in the SMAC last week with victories over Crest and R-S Central while East Burke won a close match over its nearest neighbor, Draughn, to keep its season unbeaten mark intact. This game will complete the first round of conference play with the winner having the upper hand for the stretch run of the season. The Lady Mountaineers, who have lost just two nonconference games against

strong opponents, came back from a 2-1 deficit to defeat Crest 3-2 in a big conference match last Tuesday at Crest. The win gave the KM ladies a sweep of the other two 3A teams in the SMAC (Burns and Crest), and if they can sweep them again in the second half they would be the #1 SMAC team for the upcoming state playoffs. Kings Mountain won the first game 25-13 but Crest rallied to take the next two games, 25-22 and 25-16. The Lady Mountaineers came back strong in game four for a 25-9 win and squeezed by 15-13 in the final game. Kayla Bolt recorded 30 kills, two aces and 13 digs to lead the KM attack. Sara Pa-

sour had 42 assists, one ace and nine digs and Gretchen Boyles added seven aces and five digs. Kings Mountain won the JV game 25-11, 25-9. On Wednesday, the KM ladies swept R-S Central 2512, 25-18, 25-16 at Parker Gym. Kayla Bolt led the way with 23 kills, three aces and eight digs. Sara Pasour had three aces, seven digs and 34 assists. R-S Central won the JV game 25-22, 25-19. Kings Mountain will tune up for the big match with East Burke with non-conference games at Forestview today and Polk County at home Thursday.

Dylan Frederick (6) picks up big yardage for Kings Mountain in Friday's win over Forestview.

An unidentified Forestview defender bats the ball away from Kings Mountain receiver Jake Merchant (15) in last week's game at Forestview. (photos by Gary Smart)

Shaniya Portee (10) looks for another kill in the Lady Mountaineer win over Central.

Gracie Hunter (19) sets up a temmate.

Sarah Pasour (7) sends a ball over the net.

KM/FV: Mounties cruise 35-21 Taking over at their own 38 following KM’s TD, the Jaguars immediately tried one of several deep throws. The ball was tipped by both Jake Merchant and Marquis Camp of the Mountaineers, and Shawn Adams intercepted it at the KM 32. “That was a big interception,� Coach Lloyd noted. The Mountaineers reached the end zone in just seven plays, with Crocker again sweeping left end for a 13-0 lead. Darian McClain had a 47-yard run to the Forestview 19, but hurt his shoulder on the play and played sparingly the rest of the game.

Mounties drop last 4 of 5 by one goal ence game last Tuesday at Crest. The Mountaineers got early goals from Arrick Rithiphong, Robbie Lysek and Chase Yow. Javier Avalos of the Chargers scored late in the first half to cut the margin to 3-1 at intermission. Justin Wright scored early in the second half to trim the difference to 3-2. Wednesday at John Gamble Stadium, the Mountaineers dropped a 2-1 decision to R-S Central in a game that was delayed for 40 minutes due to lightning in the area. The visitors scored 19 minutes into the first half when they played a through ball past the defense and slotted the ball past the KM keeper. The Mountaineers began to control a good bit of possession but couldn’t get any good looks at the goal. After the delay, the Hilltoppers found the net

again in the final minute of the first half. The second half saw the Mountaineers regroup and make several good runs at the R-S goal. Max Sappia beat one defender and then was taken down by a second defender inside the box for a penalty kick. Sophomore Brian Lysek calmly drilled the shot to the keeper’s left to bring the home team within a goal. On four different occasions, R-S had a difficult time clearing the ball in their penalty area but the Mountaineers could not get the equalizer. “I was proud of the way our kids fought back in the second half and took it to them,� said KM Coach Dan Potter. “If we can just put together 80 minutes of good soccer we will dominate some teams later in the season.� Jarrett Ledford and John Harris shared time in the goal for the Mountaineers.

“It’s hard to say if the layoff had any effect, but I think we handled it pretty well,� said Coach Lloyd. “The game ended up like I thought it would. Our guys did a good job and I am well pleased with the way they played.� After holding the Jaguars to three and out again, KM started its third touchdown drive from its own 49. Xavier Johnson caught a 20yard pass on a post route for a first down at the Jaguars’ 30, and two plays later Brandon Bell threw on the run to Jake Merchant for a 23-yard See KM/FV, 6B

East nips Crest In women’s golf

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After the ensuing kickoff, lightning was spotted in the Lake Wylie area and the stadium was evacuated. The layoff seemed to switch the momentum to Forestview, because after the game resumed the Jaguars marched 58 yards in just seven plays to score on a three-yard run by Montavis Rogers to cut the score to 13-6. Kings Mountain continued to move the ball well, but the Mountaineers’ ensuing drive was halted at the Forestview nine on a pass interception, the Mountaineers’ first turnover of the year.

East Burke edged Crest by one stroke (163-164) in last week’s SMAC golf match at Kings Mountain Country Club. Draughn finished third at 185. Kings Mountain had no team score because the Lady Mountaineers don’t have

enough golfers to qualify. Brianna Plummer of Crest was medalist with a 43. Maddie Lutz shot 47 and Sara Scism 57 for Kings Mountain. Rachel Foley led Draughn with a 59.

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Kings Mountain's Luke Rikard (11) clears the ball to a teammate in last week's game with R-S Central at Gamble Stadium.

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Moss, KM ladies win first CC meet

Kaitlyn Moss

Mackenzie Smith

Cassie Morton

Kings Mountain’s girls finished first and the boys second in the Mountaineers’ first cross country meet Wednesday. The Lady Mountaineers, with three runners in the top four, scored 22 points to beat Ashbrook 43, Highland Tech 69, Bessemer City (no score) and North Gaston (no score). Kaitlyn Moss led the Lady Mountaineers with a first place finish in 24:20. Mackenzie Smith was second in 25:00 and Cassie Morton fourth in 26:24. Meridith Wyte finished seventh, Mariah Roberts eighth, Virginia Dellniger 11th, Emily Crouse 13th, Montanna Smith 15th, Carmen Henwood 22nd, Caroline Foster 23rd, Brooky Patterson 28th, Jessica Lovell 28th, Evey Morris 35th and Zoe Barnette 36th. Ashbrook won the boys meet with 27 points, followed by KM 54, North Gaston 62, Highland Tech 96 and Bessemer City (no score). Collin Foster of the Mountaineers finished second in 20:28. Jacob Edmonson ran seventh, Marcus McKee 13th, Matt Burvis 16th, Devin Ayscue 21st, Bryson Key 22nd, Jordan Moore 25th, Gabe Lankford 41st, and KC Champion 45th.

Collin Foster

The Patriots (top photo) tuned up for the Tri-County non-division battle last Wednesday with a victory over Hickory Northview. Patriot cheerleaders (bottom photo)kept the crowd up on a 98-degree afternoon. Kings Mountain Middle School will officially open its 2014 season Wednesday at 5 p.m. at John Gamble Stadium against county rival Shelby.

Kings Mountain quarterback Hunter Blanton (2) finds a hole in the Forestview defense in Thursday's game at KMHS.

JV Mountaineers edge Forestview 13-12 Kings Mountain’s JVs won the battle but lost a big part of their arsenal in Thursday’s 13-12 victory over Forestview at John Gamble Stadium. Starting quarterback Darren Burns suffered what will probably be a season-ending injury after sneaking for a first down to the Foresview 26 late in the first period. Burns had thrown a 52yard touchdown pass to Madison Bolin on the second play of the game, and Micah Randall kicked the pointafter to put the Mountaineers on top 7-0. Burns went to the field house to have his knee stabilized after suffering what was believed to be a MCL tear and possible torn ACL. He returned to see his teammates use timely offensive success and good defense to hold off the Jaguars. Forestview answered KM’s early TD with a 65yard drive on its first possession. Semarjae Williams scored the touchdown on a 20-yard run around right end, but KM’s Khal Welch rushed through to block the Jaguars’ extra point attempt and that would be the difference in the game. Kings Mountain appeared to be heading for a touchdown on its second possession. But when Burns went down to injury, the Forestview defense tightened and the Mountaineers lost the ball on downs at the FV 18. KM’s defense was up to the task, though, forcing the Jaguars to punt and stopping another Jaguar possession on an interception by Welch. Neither team could muster much of an offense in the third period, but KM started a late third period drive that resulted in a twoyard touchdown run by Welch early in the fourth quarter. The big play in the drive was a 33-yard sweep around left end by Kavin Mosley for a first down at the

Kings Mountain's Kaven Mosely (5)runs hard against the Forestview defense in Thursday's JV game at Gamble Stadium.

Kings Mountain linebacker Houston Carringer puts he heat on Forestview quarterback Mac England in Thursday's game at KMHS. two. After several penalties, KM missed the extra point and the score stood at 13-6. Forestview got right back into the game when Ral Smith returned the ensuing kickoff 75 yards for a touchdown. The Jaguars went for a two-point conversion, but quarterback Mac England’s pass was dropped.

A fumble recovery at the Forestview six by Ian Bishop put KM in great position to break the game open, but the Jaguars’ defense stood firm and stopped the Mountaineers for zero or minus yards on all four running plays. With no time outs remaining the Jaguars were able to move the ball to the KM 34 before an illegal procedure

penalty followed by two huge losses ended the game. Kings Mountain got a good defensive performance from numerous players, including Welch, Brandon Manning, AJ Austin, Houston Carringer, Jerdon Pressley, Mosley and JT Cash. The Mountaineers remain at home Thursday to face East Rutherford in their first SMAC game.


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Trailblazers sweep Hornets in openers The Kings Mountain Elite Trailblazers opened the Southland Conference season Saturday at John Gamble Stadium with a four-game sweep of the Carolina Hornets. The Trailblazers travel to Hunter Huss High School in Gastonia Saturday for games with the Rock Hill Cowboys. Games start at 10 a.m. The KM 5-6 year old Tiny Mites defeated the Hornets 14-8 on touchdowns by Jordan Littlejohn and Thomas Fair. Fair led the rushing with eight carries for 75 yards and Littlejohn added six carries for 64 yards. Archilles Littlejohn, Ny’zer Owens, Samarion Dawkins, Jonathan Moore, Thomas Littlejohn and Fair led the defense. The 7-8 year old Mighty

Mites won 22-8. Bryson Brown led a balanced offensive attack with eight carries for 50 yards and two touchdowns. Curtis Simpson added a 20-yard run in the fourth quarter to secure the win. Devaughn Norris had three tackles, one tackle for loss and one fumble recovery. Robert Kendrick had three tackles, two tackles for loss and a fumble recovery. Devion Canty forced a fumble and recovered a fumble. Andre Pickett also played well defensively. The 9-10 year old junior varsity rolled to a 40-6 victory. Kody Starnes had three carries for 70 yards and one touchdown. Orlando Odums had five carries for 50 yards and one touchdown. Tyler Chambers had a 46-yard touchdown run, Joseph

Webb had one passing and one rushing touchdown, Darious Wilson had one rushing touchdown, and Malachi Hamrick had a 73yard kickoff return for a touchdown and one receiving touchdown. Derek Wilson, Isaiah Tate and Darlyon Black led the defense. The 11-12 year old varsity team won 30-6. Kobe Paysour had 13 carries for 116 yards and one touchdown. Gabriel Stephens had one rushing touchdown, Marcus Odums had one rushing and one passing touchdown, and Titus Phillips caught a touchdown pass. Chance Cannon led the defense with six tackles and five tackles for loss. Damien Wilson, Tyren Ledbetter, Stephens and Phillips also played well on defense.

Sports This Week Wednesday, Sept. 10

Friday, Sept. 12

Tuesday, Sept. 16

2 p.m. – High school golf, Ashbrook at Kings Mountain. 4:30 – High school volleyball, Kings Mountain at Forestview (JV/V). 5 p.m. – Middle school football, Shelby at Kings Mountain. 6 p.m. – High school soccer, Cherryville at Kings Mountain.

7:30 – High school football, Kings Mountain at East Rutherford.

TBA – Middle School golf, Kings Mountain at East Lincoln at North Lincoln. TBA – Middle school soccer and softball, Kings Mountain at Burns.

Thursday, Sept. 11 4:30 – High school volleyball, Polk Co. at Kings Mountain (JV/V). 7 p.m. – JV football, East Rutherford at Kings Mountain.

Monday, Sept. 15 2 p.m. – High school golf, Kings Mountain at East Burke. 4 p.m. – High school tennis, East Burke at Kings Mountain. 4:30 – High school volleyball, East Burke at Kings Mountain (JV/V). 5:30 – High school soccer, East Burke at Kings Mountain (JV/V).

Wednesday, Sept. 17 4 p.m. – High school tennis, East Rutherford at Kings Mountain. 4:30 – High school volleyball, East Rutherford at Kings Mountain (JV/V). 5 p.m. – Middle School football, Kings Mountain at Lincolnton. 5:30 – High school soccer, East Rutherford at Kings Mountain (JV/V)

KMMS Mountaineer kickers kickers shutout 2-0 at Chase win first game Kings Mountain Middle School opened its soccer season Monday with a 1-0 victory over Burns. Keeper was Gage Moore. Josh Visoso scored his first goal and Tristan Stenger got the assist. The Patriots travel to Shelby Middle Thursday for a 4 p.m. game.

KMMS girls win in cross country Led by a first place finish from Maggie Lloyd, the Kings Mountain Middle School girls cross country team won the first TriCounty Conference meet Monday. Lloyd ran the course in 14:04. Other KM finishers were G. Moss fifth, S. Campbell sixth, C. Johnson seventh, Z. Eagan eighth, B. Clark ninth and S. Drennan 11th. The Lady Patriots compiled 27 points to East Lincoln’s 53. Chase had 92, East Rutherford 104 and West Lincoln 106. Kings Mountain’s boys finished third with 59 points. East Lincoln won with 34 and Chase ran second with 39. East Rutherford was fourth with 112. West Lincoln competed but did not have enough runners to qualify for team points. R. Ayscue led the Patriots with a fourth place finish. C. Barnes was sixth, T. Jeffries 14th, N. Phillips 15th, C. Sanders 20th, S. price 22nd and S. West 23rd.

Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers played some of their best soccer of the season Monday night at Chase but fell 2-0. KM played exceptionally well with fantastic goalkeeping from Jarrett Ledford as the Mountaineers battled to a scoreless draw in the first half. Four minutes into the second period, Chase was awarded a goal off an own goal miscue by the Mountaineers. Although Chase outshot the Mountaineers by a large margin, the KM defense held strong until the final four minutes when Jimenez

Nube scored off a breakaway. The KM defense was outstanding all night, said Coach Dan Potter. “Adam Kiser, Tyler Batchler, Noah Coleman and Brian Lysek really played a fantastic match and kept us in the game,” he said. The Mountaineers are now 1-4 in the SMAC while Chase improved to 4-0. Kings Mountain will host Cherryville Wednesday at 7 p.m. and travels to North Gaston Thursday for a JV/varsity doubleheader beginning at 5 p.m.

SMAC STANDINGS Team Conf. Kings Mountain Crest East Rutherford RS Central Shelby Chase E. Burke Burns Draughn

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Last Week’s Results Kings Mountain 35, Forestview 21 Freedom 28, Burns 14 South Point 44, Shelby 39 Polk County 33, RS Central 12 East Rutherford 39, Tuscola 29 Patton 21, Draughn 7 McDowell 35, East Burke 0 Friday’s Games Kings Mountain at East Rutherford Chase at Burns R-S Central at Shelby Crest at Draughn

KM/FV: Mounties cruise 35-21 KM/EAST: First SMAC showdown From page 2B gain to the seven. A penalty set the Mountaineers back to the 21 but five plays later Bell hit Merchant for an 8-yard touchdown strike and a 20-6 lead. With just a minute on the halftime clock, it looked like the Mountaineers would go into intermission with a twotouchdown lead, but Neal got behind the KM defense for a 32-yard pass reception which cut the score to 20-14. The Mountaineers were held to three and out to begin the third quarter, and Forestview quickly moved the ball into KM territory and threatened to take the lead. Facing fourth and seven at the KM 44, Forestview went for the bomb and Neal got behind the KM defense again. But, this time Jake Merchant made a leaping interception at the nine yard line. That play, along with the very next one on which Crocker caught a short pass from Bell and turned it into a 53-yard gain to the Jaguars

38, put the game back in the Mountaineers’ hands. The teams traded possessions until the Mountaineers mounted their fourth touchdown drive late in the third period. With McClain on the sidelines with an ice pack on his injured shoulder, Dylan Frederick came in and ripped off a 21-yard gain. A 13-yard reception by Merchant, followed by a personal foul penalty against Forestview, gave KM a first down at the seven. Bell scored on the second play of the fourth quarter to put the Mountaineers up 28-14. Cedric Wilson recovered an onside kick at the KM 47 and the Mountaineers drove in for a two-yard Bell keeper for a touchdown that put the game out of reach at 35-14 with 7:29 left on the clock. Forestview worked the ball downfield and scored on a seven yard keeper by Crawford with 4:06 remaining. The Jaguars got the ball back with 2:25 left and picked up a couple of first downs before a

penalty set them back to the 28. Dre Bell recovered a fumble at the eight, and Bell took a knee to end the game. “A lot of people played well for us,” said Coach Lloyd. “Dreshawn Bell played well. He recovered the fumble and Shawn Adams’ interception was big. A lot of people played well on defense. “Brandon Bell did a good job at quarterback and Dylan Frederick came in after Darian McClain got hurt and gave us some good play. The offensive line was the best we’ve looked all year. All of them played well and blocked well. We’ve had only one turnover in three games. We’re taking care of the football. “I can’t say enough about our defense,” he added. “Holding Neal to seven yards is a big confidence builder. He’s a special talent. It has to give us confidence to shut him down like that. Forestview is an excellent team. They are well deserving of their top ten ranking.”

From page 1B Lloyd said the Cavaliers are running out of a spread offense, “but they’re still mainly a running team. They throw a lot to backs coming out of the backfield.”

The Cavaliers run a 3-3 stack defense. “We’ll have to spend a lot of time this week on that,” Lloyd said. “It will be a different look for our offense.” Lloyd said the key to the Mountaineers’ success – in

this game as well as those to come – is to improve every week. “We just have to get better at what we’re doing,” he said. “I think we’ve done that the first three games.”

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Seeking new coping tools for veterans with TBI by By John Crawford and Mitch Mirkin VA Research Communications

One of the most effective tools to manage a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), is a smartphone calendar app, say VA researchers. Considered the signature injury of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, mTBI can result in memory loss, mood disturbances and other potentially disabling symptoms. For some, the injury can prove life-altering. “With mild TBI, one of the most common symptoms is problems with prospective memory—remembering to do things,” explains Dr. Elizabeth Twamley, a neuropsychologist with the VA San Diego Healthcare System. “We want people to remember to take their medication and buy cards for their wife’s

birthday and do all the important things they need to get back to work and school.” In previous conflicts, mTBI did not play much of a role, so little research has been done on the topic. Now, with between 10 and 20 percent of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans having sustained at least one mTBI, VA researchers nationwide are hunting for viable treatment options. In addition to pharmacological and other medical therapies being studied, researchers are learning how to use various cognitive rehabilitation strategies to best effect. “When the service members started coming back with TBI, we began to look for literature on how to treat them and there wasn’t really any evidence-based research,” she said. “It became clear we needed to do something.”

Twamley developed Cognitive Symptom Management and Rehabilitation Therapy (CogSMART) to do just that. Over 12 weeks, Veterans going through CogSMART learn strategies to help with fatigue, sleep problems, headaches, stress, improving attention, memory and problem-solving. “By working around impairments, we can take advantage of an individual’s strengths … and use different ways and possibly different brain areas to perform cognitively-demanding tasks.” One of the key tools is smartphone calendars. “They’re the strategies successful people use every day.” There’s no stigma associated with using your smartphone calendar to remember things. I use mine.” Another smartphone feature that comes in handy is the alarm.

There’s no stigma associated with using your smartphone calendar to remember things. An example of the nonphone strategies included in the program is using acronyms to remember things. There are two broad categories of cognitive rehabilitation: Restorative Restorative approaches aim to restore cognitive abilities through drills and practice, or through other therapies. New brain cells and networks may be created in the process, thanks to brain plasticity. Compensatory Compensatory approaches teach patients strategies to work around their deficits—such as using smartphone apps—so they can function better. See more at: http://www.va.gov/health/ne

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Lutz medalist in golf match Kings Mountain’s Maddie Lutz shot a 42 Monday to take medalist honors in a SMAC golf match at Riverbend YMCA Golf Course. Kings Mountain’s Sarah Scism shot 56. East Burke and Crest tied for first in the team standings with scores of 161. Draughn was third at 181.

East Burke will host the same teams Monday, Sept. 15 at Pine Mountain Golf Course.

Walk for a Cause set October 4 Rhema Outreach will host the annual Walk for a Cause walk-a-thon on Saturday, Oct. 4, beginning at noon at the Kings Mountain Walking Track beside the YMCA, 211 Cleveland Avenue. If you have a family or loved one struggling with high costs hospital/medical bills from cancer, AIDS, breast cancer or any type of disease contact Rhema Outreach at 980248-5547 or 803-6275042 for more information.

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on the 18th day of August as Executrix of the Estate of MARY LOUISE HOLLIFIELD, deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned Linda Diane Hughes, Executrix, on or before the 3rd day of December, 2014,

or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 3rd day of September, 2014. Linda Diane Hughes, Executrix Estate of: MARY LOUISE HOLLIFIELD 406 Cherry Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086 KMH3624( 9/03, 10, 17 & 24/2014

NOTICE OF FORECLOUSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, CLEVELAND COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by JUNA B. MOORE and husband, STEVE MOORE to C. ANDREW NEISLER, JR., Trustee, which was dated August 1, 2001 and recorded on August 9, 2001 in Book 1304 at Page 2058, 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 September 24, 2014 at 10:00 A.M., and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property in Cleveland County, North Carolina, to wit: ALL THAT LOT, PIECE, and parcel consisting of Two and 00/100 (2.00) acres, and being particularly described as Tract No. 10, Phase 1 of ROLLINGBROOK ESTATES as shown on a plat of the said subdivision drawn by John W. Lineberger, dated August 16, 1988, which plat is recorded in Plat Book 17 at Page 100 of the Cleveland County Registry. The above described property is located on a private road. Conveyance is made subject to those restrictive covenants for ROLLINGBROOK ESTATES recorded in Deed Book 1054 at Page 297 of the Cleveland County Registry. Said property is commonly known as 1106 Rollingbrook Estates, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. 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 JUNA B. MOORE. 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 KMH3626 (9/10 & 17/14)

CITY OF KINGS MOUNTAIN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 – 6:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL CASE NO. Z-1-7-14 Stanley and Dorothy Joyner are requesting to rezone property located approximately north of the intersection of Shelby Road and Countryside Road from Residential 10 (R-10) to Light Industrial (L-I). The property may also be identified as Tax Map 4-23, Block 1, Lot 44, Parcel 51295. CASE NO. Z-2-7-14 ARTICLE XIII – Zoning Board of Adjustment – Section 13.6 Powers and Duties of the Board of Adjustment. The City’s Planning and Zoning Board as

an agency defined by the Kings Mountain Zoning Ordinance is proposing a text amendment. The amendment would create standards for approving or denying variance requests based on state law. The proposed amendment is needed because the general statues have been changed. A copy of both the rezoning request application and the proposed text amendment may be obtained at the Planning Department or you may call 704-7344595 for additional information. You are welcome to attend the City Council meeting on September 30, 2014 at 6:00 pm to express your opinion on the above two cases. KMH3626 (9/10 & 9/17/14)

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on the 19th day of August as Executrix of the Estate of GEORGE NELSON CARROLL, SR. deceased, of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned Cathy Carroll Bridges, Executrix, on or before the 3rd day of December, 2014,

or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 3rd day of September, 2014. Cathy Carroll Bridges, Executrix Estate of: GEORGE NELSON CARROLL, SR. 709 Sandalwood Lane Kings Mountain, NC 28086 KMH3625 9/03, 10, 17 & 24/2014


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GWU to Collect Socks New effort to educate for homeless donation NC college consumers BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. — Gardner-Webb University will collect new men’s socks this month to donate to homeless people in the community. “Socks are one of the most requested items for the homeless,” said Micah Martin, GWU Director of Student Leadership Development and Community Engagement. “But they are not frequently donated to homeless aid organizations since people typically donate used clothing and trash their old socks.”

The University sock drive is set to begin Thursday, Sept. 18. Donors are asked to take new men’s socks to the Tucker Student Center entry lobby. Members of the community are also invited to donate socks at Gardner-Webb's home football game Sept. 20 in Spangler Stadium. The Runnin' Bulldogs will host Wofford at 6 p.m. All fans who donate a pack of new men's socks will be admitted free of charge, said Chuck Burch, GWU Vice President

for Athletics. Socks will be distributed to homeless shelters in the region surrounding GardnerWebb, as well as additional communities, Martin shared. For more information on the sock drive, contact Martin at 704-406-2135, or email volunteer@gardnerwebb.edu. The clothing collection coincides with GWU’s 2014 Family Weekend activities. For more information on Family Weekend, visit gardn e r- w e b b . e d u / s t u d e n t life/events/family-weekend.

College Cash & Credit Tour to cover student loans, establishing good credit, avoiding ID theft Attorney General Roy Cooper has kicked off an effort to help college students learn to be smarter consumers with an educational tour that includes visits to six North Carolina colleges and universities. “The financial decisions you make today can impact your future,” Cooper told students. “Taking the time to learn how to be a smarter consumer now will pay off for years to come.” Video of the presentations will be available at

ncdoj.gov, on YouTube and Facebook. Cooper’s office will also host Twitter chats to answer questions from student consumers on these topics. As part of the education effort, the Attorney General’s Office also put together a checklist of steps college students can take to protect themselves from consumer problems, available at ncdoj.gov. The checklist includes steps like knowing what you owe on your student loans and understanding options for paying them off, comparing credit card interest rates, looking at overdraft options

when choosing a debit card, how to check your credit report and freeze it to prevent identity theft, and strategies for protecting your personal information while using WiFi and social media. “My office is here as a resource for students and consumers of all ages,” said Cooper. “If you spot a scam or have trouble with a business, let us know about it.” Consumers are encouraged to report scams and bad business practices to the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division by filing a complaint at ncdoj.gov or calling 1-8775-NO-SCAM.

Kraft Foods Group is voluntarily recalling 7,691 cases of select varieties of regular Kraft American Singles Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product. A supplier did not store an ingredient used in this product in accordance with Kraft’s temperature standards. While unlikely, this could create conditions that could lead to premature spoilage and/or food borne illness; therefore, the company is issuing the recall as a precaution. Kraft has had no consumer illness complaints for this product associated with this recall. The affected product is limited to four varieties with “Best When Used By” dates of February 20, 2015, and

February 21, 2015. The affected product was shipped to customers across the United States. It was not distributed outside of the United States. The following varieties are being recalled: 12 oz. Kraft American Singles (16 slices), 48 count case, Best By 20 FEB 2015 and 21 FEB 2015, Package code 0 21000 60464 7, Case code 00 21000 60464 00. 16 oz Kraft American Singles (24 slices), 36 count case, 20 FEB 2015, 0 21000 61526 1, 00 21000 61450 00 16 oz Kraft American Singles (24 slices), 12 count case, 20 FEB 2015, 0 21000 61526 1, 00 21000 61526 00 64 oz (4 lb) Kraft Ameri-

can Singles (4x24 slice), 20 FEB 2015, 0 21000 63360 9, 00 21000 62559 00 Consumers can find the “Best When Used By” dates on the bottom of the product package. No other Kraft Singles products are impacted by this recall. The affected product was produced at Kraft’s Springfield, MO manufacturing facility. Consumers who purchased any of these products should not eat them. They should return them to the store where purchased for an exchange or full refund. Consumers also can contact Kraft Foods Consumer Relations at 1-800-396-5512.

App. State Summer Kraft Foods recalls Ventures Catalyst some American Singles Winner Tanner Orders Tanner Marc Orders spent four weeks attending Summer Ventures at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC. Tanner was nominated through Kings Mountain High School and competed with over 1,200 students to attend this rigorous summer camp. Four major universities across North Carolina select approximately 50 students to attend the program at each college. Students were selected to attend the college based on their application for the program of choice. Tanner chose to participate in the Biomedical Research program that was offered at Appalachian State University. Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics is a residence life program of rigorous academic studies for high school students who are interested academically and professionally in science and mathematics.

Allergy alert, recall on TWIX® Bites 7oz Stand Up Pouch Mars Chocolate North America announced a voluntary recall of its TWIX® Brand Unwrapped Bites 7 oz. Stand Up Pouch with the code date: 421BA4GA60. Fewer than 25 cases of the stand-up pouches in this single lot code may contain product containing peanuts and eggs without listing them on the ingredient label. People who have allergies to peanuts and egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. No adverse reactions have been reported to date. This specific code date was shipped and distributed to warehouses in Indiana, Texas, Oregon, Tennessee and Connecticut, for redistribution nationwide. The TWIX® Brand Unwrapped Bites product comes in a 7 ounce, metallizedgolden package marked with lot # 421BA4GA60 and with an expiration date of 03/2015 stamped on the back. Mars Chocolate will work with retail customers to ensure that the recalled product is not on store shelves. In the event that consumers believe they have purchased this item and have allergy concerns, they should return this product to the store where they purchased it for a full refund. Consumers with questions or concerns may call our toll-free number, 7 days a week, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (est): 1-800-551-0907.

TANNER ORDERS Students were required to conduct a research project, write a formal paper, and present the results of their data collection and observations to parents, other students and faculty in a research presentation. Tanner was elected to participate in the Biomedical Science unit of study working under the direction of Dr. Chishimba (Nathan) Mowa and Brandon Smith. Tanner and his partner, Vernon Espinoza, conducted research, collected laboratory

data, and presented their research on the topic Antibacterial Properties of Moringa Oleifera Extracts against Eschericha Coli. Their presentation was nominated by peers and faculty to represent the Biomedical Sciences division of Summer Ventures Class of 2014 at the overall presentations for the Catalyst Awards ceremony. Their research won the Catalyst Award, and Tanner and Vernon will proceed to present their research information at the Catalyst Awards presentations at N. C. State University in November. Tanner is a senior at Kings Mountain High School and is an active member of the KMHS Marching and Blazer bands, track discus thrower, and numerous clubs and organizations. He hopes to pursue a career in chemistry and medicine upon graduation from high school.

Wayne to speak at Gaston College Musician and author Jimmy Wayne will be the first keynote speaker for Gaston College's Alumni Speaker Series that begins on Friday, Sept. 26. A 1994 Gaston College graduate, Wayne overcame a turbulent childhood to become a singer, writer, and advocate for at-risk youth. He will address students, faculty and staff at a luncheon on the college's Dallas campus, sharing stories of his life's journey since his time at Gaston College. Also on Sept 26, Wayne will give a free concert at 7 p.m. in the Myers Center Multipurpose Auditorium on the Gaston College campus at Dallas. The concert is preceded by a barbecue on the lawn outside the Myers Center at 5:30 p.m. Students,

faculty, staff and community members are invited to attend the barbecue and the concert free of charge, but the attendance is limited to the first 500 people. The college encourages concertgoers to take donations of nonperishable food items or canned goods to the concert. These items will be donated to several community food bans. The Alumni Speaker's Series runs through April 2015. Caromont Health is the signature sponsor for the Alumni Speaker's series, the barbecue and concert and other Gaston College Golden Anniversary celebration activities throughout the 2014-2015 academic year.

FREE Prostate

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, 3rd Floor, Endoscopy Suite

Friday, September 19 2 - 6 p.m. Appointments required. For information on appointments call 980-487-3724.

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Phone: 704-739-4731 CIVIC MEETINGS 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.

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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 704-7390997 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. 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. 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. KM LIONS CLUB– Meets the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Linwood Restaurant, 805 Cleveland Ave. THIRD TUESDAY MORNING MEN’S CLUB meets at 9 a.m. at Mountain View Restaurant. 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. 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 membership 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 704-472-1286 for information.

SPECIAL EVENTS CITY OF KINGS MOUNTAIN upcoming events: Patriot Day Thursday, Sept. 11, at noon in front of City Hall. Check out the city website www.cityofkm.com

PATRICK SENIOR CENTER BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC – Meets the third Wednesday of the month from 10– 11:30 a.m. in the Craft Room, sponsored by Gentiva. 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. 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" sponsored by North Carolina Humanities; Sept. 13 at 10 a.m. Celebration of the Hoyle Homestead Reunion open house at the Hoyle Homestead on the Dallas/Stanley

Road. This is one of the oldest homes in the area. 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. Journey to Hart Square for people that have a ticket 10 a.m. To 5 p.m. on Oct.25. Ticket holders can depart at 8 a.m. From the Broad River Archives. For more information Email Greg Payseur: topgun@shelby.net 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 is on individual attention. 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. NEW BEGINNER LINE DANCES Beginners Line Dance classes are taught by Archie Cherpak each Wednesday from 12:30 p.m. at the Patrick Center. SUPPORT GROUPS AT PATRICK 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. Flue vaccine clinic Sept. 16 from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. for seniors age 55 and older and who are Cleveland County residents. Take your Medicare card and your Social Security card to get the vaccine free. All aboard to Charlotte for the Southern Christmas Show Nov. 19 at 8:30 a.m. Tickets are $9.50 and senior residents pay $1 for transportation.

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 contact 704-739-5585 or 704-7392056.

MAUNEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY Story Time– Every Tuesday, 10:00 am until 11:00 a.m., Community Room. Ages 3-5 Story Time– Every Thursday, 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Community Room. Ages 0-2 Play Group–Every Friday for preschoolers. Join this group for centers, crafts and circle time. (you may drop in). 10:00 a.m. until 11:30, Community Room LAST TUESDAY of each month, 5 p.m. “A Company of Readers� Book Club in 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. FREE BAND concert by Wilcote Band playing country music at Hounds Campground on S. Battleground Avenue Saturday, Sept. 20, from 6-9 p.m.

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.


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