KM Herald 10-26-22

KM residents involved in Gaston Co. double homicide/suicide

On Monday October 24, at about 3:15 pm, the Gaston County Police Department responded to the 300 block of Robinson Clemmer Road near Dallas, NC, in reference to a vehicle accident. Responding public safety officials located a vehicle off the roadway. Bullet holes were observed in the driver’s window. Three people were located deceased in the vehicle.

Initial reports indicated the incident had occurred between 3:00-3:15 pm; closer to the time the incident was reported to the Gaston County Communications Center, but detectives determined the shooting and subsequent vehicle wreck occurred prior to 1:30 pm. A social media post was located showing the vehicle wrecked at approximately 1:50 pm. No reports were made to law enforcement until 3:13 pm.

The driver of the vehicle was identified as Darlene Hardin, white female, 57, of Corvette Lane in Kings Mountain.

The front seat passenger was identified as Benjamin Barett Simmons, white male, 65, of Hargrove Avenue in Gastonia.

The backseat passenger was identified as David James Bright, white male, 34, of Corvette Lane in Kings Mountain. Mr. Bright has been identified as the suspect in this double homicide. Mr. Bright died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

The Gaston County Police Department would like to acknowledge the assistance provided by Dallas Police, North Carolina State Highway Patrol, Gaston County Sheriff, Gaston Emergency Medical Services, and Spencer Mountain Volunteer Fire Department.

This is an on-going investigation. If you have information pertinent to the investigation, the Gaston County Police encourages you to contact Det. J. P. Brienza at 704-866-3320.

Information can also be provided through Crimestoppers at 704-861-8000.

events for the entire family

Follow the Yellow Brick Road downtown this weekend

The City of Kings Mountain has planned a variety of events for all ages downtown Kings Mountain on October 28 thru 30. Activities include costume contests, parades, trick-ortreating, movies, live music, hayrides, and fun for the entire family.

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PARADE

The City of Kings Mountain will host The Great Pumpkin Parade, Friday, October 28. The parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall. Little ghosts and gob-

lins will travel from City Hall to The Gazebo at Patriots Park, by way of Gold St, Battleground Ave., Mountain Ave., and Railroad Ave. Trick-or-Treat, bags of sweets, ghosts and goblins are walking down the street! After a two-year hiatus, the Great Pumpkin Parade is back. The City of Kings Mountain invites little pumpkins ages 0 thru first grade and their parents to City Hall to begin a spell bounding journey to Patriots Park where music, inflatables and games await at

every turn. The parade will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. See you there if you dare!

THE WONDERFUL ADVENTURE TO OZ Lions! Tigers! Bears! Oh My! In celebration of the 83rd anniversary of the release of the Wizard of Oz, Friday, October 28 and Saturday, October 29, at 6:00 p.m., the City of Kings Mountain will transform Patriots Park, in downtown Kings Mountain, to the magical Land of Oz.

Journey down the Yel-

low Brick Road while meeting Oz characters and trick-or-treating along the way. Be sure to bring your lawn chairs or blankets! An outdoor screening of The Wizard of Oz will begin on October 28 at 6:30 p.m. The adventure and activities include a costume contest on Saturday and a hayride on both nights.

BAND OF OZ Liberty Falls Amphitheatre will turn into the Emerald City as the Band of Oz takes the stage at 6:30 p.m.

See WEEKEND, Page 5A

Christmas Vendor Show at

By Loretta Cozart

Trackview Hall announced its second Christmas Vendor Show on Saturday, November 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. downtown at 205 S. Battleground Avenue in Kings Mountain. Vendors have a variety of offerings including Christmas crafts, paintings, wood art, custom shirts, tumblers, jewelry, boutique clothes, food, and desserts, among other items. The first 10 adults will receive a $10 gift card for any vendor. There will also be free prize drawings and giveaways.

Royal T Café holds fall festival

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By Loretta Cozart

On Saturday, Oct. 15 at 12:15 a.m., Kings Mountain Fire Department’s A-shift Station 1 and Station 2 were dispatched to a commercial

fire in a vacant building. They arrived to find the building fully engulfed in flames.

Companies were on scene for approximately 4 hours and the fire was fully extinguished. KMFD received automatic aid from Bethlehem VFD and Oak Grove VFD. No injuries were reported, and all units were returned to service.

By Loretta Cozart

Last Saturday, October 22, Royal T Café held their first Fall Festival at 405 S. Battleground Avenue in Kings Mountain. The café, owned by Taylor Caldera, opened earlier this year, and had their ribbon cutting ceremony with the Cleveland County Chamber of Commerce on June 30. They are located in the former First Citizens Bank building between Farmers Home Fur-

Baker Dental Care

Festival activities included face painting, hayrides, pumpkin painting, making caramel apples, music, and lots of candy being given away at a trunk-or-treat. They even had a bounce house for the children and a costume contest. Families with children streamed in throughout the afternoon to join in the fun.

Regarding the festival, Taylor said, “The event was

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Last year’s Christmas Vendor show drew a large crowd and supported many local artisans.

Photo by Loretta Cozart

Taylor Caldera, owner of Royal T Café, joins in the fun as she prepares coffee for customers. (photos by Loretta Cozart)

Gene Milton Sellers

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC– Gene Milton Sellers, 86, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on October 18, 2022 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. He was born in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Shank and Aileene Sneed Sellers and was preceded in death by three brothers, Pete, John, and Nelson Sellers and a son, Terry Sellers.

Gene served his country honorably in the US Army. He retired after many years of working as a brick mason. Gene loved fishing and spent 25 years as a fishing guide at Santee Cooper. He enjoyed gardening and being around tractors. He enjoyed hunting and was an avid firearms collector. Gene was a wonderful provider for his family, a loving husband and father, and a doting grandfather to his many grandchildren. His legacy will live on through his family and his guidance and love will be missed greatly by everyone who knew him.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years: Thelma Burton Sellers; sons: Eric Sellers (Shannon), Kings Mountain, NC, Mike Sellers (Melissa), Kings Mountain, NC; daughter: Kathy Sellers Armstrong, Bessemer City, NC; siblings: Mary Amanda Sellers, Kings Mountain, NC, Wayne Sellers, Kings Mountain, NC; 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren There are no services planned at this time

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services , Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Jack Clayton Stewart, 86, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on October 23, 2022 at Atrium Health Cleveland in Shelby, NC.

He was born in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Dan Stewart and Hattie Stewart and was preceded in death by his wife, Eloise Herron Stewart. He was also preceded in death by brothers, David Haskins and Butch Haskins, stepdaughters, Tina Sizemore and Sheena Stroupe.

Jack served in the US Army. He retired from EATON after many years of service. Jack enjoyed woodworking, doing electrical work and was a jack of all trades. He could fix anything that was broken and enjoyed completing projects for his children. Jack was a compassionate and caring man. He was a caregiver to his mother until the end of her life. He was a wonderful provider for his family and loved spending time with his family. His loss will be felt deeply by everyone who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his children: Louise Bray (Chris), Clayton Stewart (Patty), Annie Rachel Wyatt (Scott), Clint Stewart (Susan), all of Kings Mountain, NC; step children: Eugene Sizemore, Asheville, NC, Twain Sizemore (Debbie), Kings Mountain, NC, Shelia Sprinkle (Ernest), Gastonia, NC, Junior Sizemore, Louisiana; siblings: Andy Haskins, Grover, NC and Johnny Haskins (Pam), Lincolnton, NC; and many many grandchildren, great -grandchildren and greatgreat Grandchildren

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Harris Funeral Home Graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Mountain Rest Cemetery Interment will be held in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.

Charles Steve “Possum” Wilson

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC–Charles Steve “Possum” Wilson, 70, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on October 21, 2022 at Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas, NC.

He was born in Mecklenburg County, NC, son of the late Charles Wilson Jr. and Virginia Burch Wilson.

Possum was a former member of Macedonia Baptist Church and First Presbyterian Church and retired from Universal after serving 25 years as a purchaser for the compact disc manufacturing company.

Possum loved Kings Mountain High School football and served the team as a videographer for 20 years. Always very sociable, Possum never met a stranger and enjoyed sharing a meal with his family and friends. He was a talented carpenter, an avid sports fan, and an accomplished golfer. Possum was a wonderful provider, loving husband, father, and grandfather and friend to many. His outgoing nature, guidance, and love will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him.

He is survived by his wife of 29 years: Sondra Grissom Wilson, of the home; children: Crystal Wilson, Nashville, TN, Ashley Davis, Kings Mountain, NC, Brandon Dixon, Kings Mountain, NC, and Megan Nations (Adam), Kings Mountain, NC; grandchildren: Wesley Dixon, Haley Siler, Kenzlie Morris, Camden Morris, and Lily Nations; brother: Reverend Ronald “Rat” Wilson (Stephanie) Whiteville, NC; sisters: Susan Wilson Blanton (Mike) Tarboro, NC, and Patti Wilson Barnette (Jackie), Kings Mountain, NC and many loving nieces and nephews

A Celebration of Life service was held on Monday, October 24, 2022 at 4:00 pm at The Branch with Reverends Ronald Wilson and Mike Chambers officiating.

Gaston County Police need your help, Lincolnton man remains missing

The Gaston County Police are continuing their search for Quintin Lee Allen Roark of the 100 block of Deaton Ave. Lincolnton, NC. He was reported missing by family members on July 14, 2022. He was last seen on July 12, in the area of Flat Rock Dr. This area is near the Lincoln/Gaston County border.

Quintin Lee Allen Roark is a white male, 6

feet tall, weighing approximately 170 pounds. He has thick brown hair and may have a full beard.

If you see Quentin Roark or have any information regarding his disappearance, please contact Detective J. Hanline at the Gaston County Police Department at 704-866-3320 or call 911.

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ARRESTS

0CT. 12: Lora Susan Harris, 36, 241 Shady Grove Road, driving while license revoked, expired registration, seatbelt violation, $1,000 secured bond.

OCT. 13: David Andrew Allen, 33, 202 Edgemont Avenue, driving while impaired, driving while license revoked, $5,000 unsecured bond.

OCT. 15: Treavon Jalik Blair, 31, 200 Spruce Street, two counts trafficking heroin opioid, felonies, possession with intent to manufacture, sell drug Schedule 6, maintain vehicle, felony. No bond

OCT.15: Theodore Roosevelt Wilson III, 31, 115 Pat Court, DWI, driving while license revoked, unsecured bond.

OCT. 18: Jeffrey Wayne Humphries, 56, Gastonia, breaking and entering, assault on female, injury to real property, $1,000 unsecure bond.

INCIDENTS

OCT. 12: A resident of Wooding Place reported theft of a revolver handgun valued at $500.

OCT. 12: A resident of Kings Oak Circle reported damage to three Firestone tires.

OCT. 15: A resident of Monta Vista Drive reported theft of a 12-gauge shotgun valued at $500.

OCT. 15: Circle K, 225 Cleveland Avenue, reported shoplifting of Busch lights.

OCT. 16: Circle K, 225 Cleveland Avenue, reported that a customer took nearly $100 in merchandise and did not pay for it.

OCT. 18: A resident of El Bethel Road reported theft of US currency.

WRECKS

OCT. 7: Officer Childers said Rebecca Elaine Garmany, Grover, operating a 2016 Honda, was turning left from the Exit On ramp to NC

161 and her light was green, Garmany said Brittney Taylor Last, Mooresville, operating a 2020 Lexus, ran the light causing her to strike the Lexus. Last advised she was going straight and was unsure if her light was red or not when the collision occurred. Property damages were estimated at $10,000

OCT. 10: Officer Butler said Celisa Bennett. 114 Raven Drive, operating a 2005 Honda, rear-ended a 2016 Toyota operated by Terry Engle, Bessemer City, on US 74 Business. The Toyota was stopped at the stoplight. Property damages were estimated at $2,200.

OCT. 11: Officer Butler said Jace Mykel McLaughlin, 138 Murfield Drive, operating a 2014 Nissan, backed into a 2010 Chevrolet operated by Zachary David Scott, 1116 Stony Point Road, in the parking lot of Kings Mountain High School. Property damages were estimated at $2,000.

OCT. 14: Officer Butler said an unidentified driver was stopped at the stoplight at the intersection of US 74 business and Castlewood Drive. Lanya Elise Adams, Huntseat Drive, failed to reduce speed and rearended the vehicle and the unidentified driver left the scene. Property damage was estimated at $2,000.

OCT. 15: Officer Earls said a hit and run driver struck a 2006 Ford operated by Gabriel Adler Ramsey, 604 Jackson Street, on NC 161 as he was turning left onto Jackson Street from NC 161. Property damage was estimated at $3,000.

CITATIONS

OCT. 8: Crystal McMillan Clampett, 49, 103 Marigold Street, expired tag.

OCT. 12: Hubert Larry Nations Jr., 44, 105 Beech Lane, revoked license.

OCT. 13: Jonathan Lindsay Melton, 27, 609 Unity Church

Road, stop light violation.

OCT. 14: Christopher Dean Bridges, Kings Mountain, expired tag, revoked driver’s license.

OCT.14: Tonya Black Gibson, 52, 1148 Prim Lane, speeding, expired tag, no inspection.

OCR. 15: Tanner Moss Hagan, Edel Street, no insurance, no registration, no child seat belt.

OCT. 15: Courtney Allison Young, 29, Bessemer City, revoked license.

OCT. 15: Eron Glenn Hayes, 203 N. Dilling Street, revoked driver’s license.

OCT. 15: Dennis James Clark, Grover, expired tag.

OCT. 15: Cynthia Cabello, 539 Stoney Point Road, expired tag.

OCT. 16: Paul Stephen Shaw jr., 53, Bessemer City, expired tag.

OCT. 16: Travis Earl Robinson, 37, Shelby Road, no operator’s license.

OCT. 16: Rodney Giles, 35, Hawthorne Road, revoked license.

OCT. 16: PAPA Magatte Ndoaye, 710 N. Cansler Street, expired tag.

OCT. 16: Lamiya Williams, Charles Street, no operator’s license.

OCT.16: Noah Weldon Curry. 112 Maple Crest Drive, expired tag.

OCT. 17: Joseph Carson, 317 Maner Road, expired tag.

OCT. 17: Al-Kareem Hampton, 36, 1714 Kings Row Drive, no operator’s license.

OCT. 17: Sheryl Smith Adams, Carpenter Street, revoked license and tag, no vehicle insurance.

OCT. 17: Stephany Jennings, 32, Bessemer City, revoked license.

OCT. 19: Derik Martin Jordan Jr., 32, 555 Crocker Road, revoked license.

Donald James Dougherty

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – We are sad to announce that on October 1, 2022, Donald James Dougherty of Kings Mountain, NC passed at the age of 63. An incredibly bright light was taken from the world. Donald was a very giving person and thought more of others then himself.

Donald is survived by his loving parents Robert and Charlotte Dougherty; sister, Doreen Prinzo; brothers: Robert Dougherty; Charles Dougherty (Cassette); Gregg Dougherty; Niece, Wendy Kelley, nephews: Jeremy Kelley (Lori); Robert Dougherty (Amanda); Anthony Prinzo (Shelia). He is predeceased by his brothers: William Dougherty and Daniel Dougherty.

Donald had many friends who he knew and loved at work and at his beloved church.

A service will take place in Homosassa, Florida where he will be in eternal rest with others from the family. Condolences can be sent: c/o Kelley, 295 E Sweedesford Rd, PMB 282, Wayne PA 19087; qtmbuilders@gmail.com.

Donald, your laughter, and kindness will be missed, we will carry your memories in our heart forever. Rest in peace.

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services , Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

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The family spoke with attendees immediately following the service

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services , Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

Lt. Governor Mark Robinson to speak at Family Worship Center on November 6

Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson will speak at Family Worship Center on Sun. Nov. 6 at 11 A.M.

The Cleveland County Commission for Women is hosting the 2022 Distinguished Women’s Banquet on November 3, at 6:30 p.m. at LeGrand Center. This is the thirtieth Distinguished Women’s Banquet. Over 100 women have been honored with this prestigious award since its inception in 1992.

The three honorees are:

• Amy Ledford Allen

Shelby. Final day for ticket sales will be Monday, Oct 31st. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Or you can purchase tickets online at www.eventbrite. com/e/2022-cleveland-county-distinguished-women-banquet-tickets-432678863127

East Gold Street Wesleyan Church will hold their Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

They will have an assortment of candies and homemade soup. Activities include hayrides, bonfire and a cake walk.

Be sure to dress in your Halloween best for a chance at special prizes. (No scary costumes please).

The church is located at 701 E. Gold St., Kings Mountain.

The Friends of Crowders Mountain, Inc. Invites volunteers to help with litter pick up on Saturday, November 12. Volunteers will focus on the Pinnacle, Turnback, and connecting trails. Meet at the Sparrow Springs Visitor Center, 522 Park Office Lane, Kings Mountain, NC at 8:30 a.m.; work finishes by noon.

Pickup tools/bags, snacks, and water will be provided. Dress appropriately for outdoor work and bring any necessary medications. Trail work days are heat index(90+) and weather(rain, snow, strong wind, lightning, storms) dependent.

Please see facebook.com/FriendsOfCrowdersMtn or www. friendsofcrowders.com If questions, contact the park office at 704-853-5375.

Thechurch is located at 1818 Shelby Rd., Kings Mountain, NC.

The public is invited to attend.

• Julia Clark-Smith

• Annie C. Thombs

Tickets are $45 and can be purchased at the Cleveland County Arts Council in

“We want everyone to enjoy their food and watch the program which honors these three Distinguished Women” said Valerie Boyd & Tanzy Wallace, Chair &Co-Chair of the 2022 Banquet.

Jack Clayton Stewart

ALLEN ROARK

Albemarle Corporation secures DOE grant for U.S.-based lithium facility to support domestic EV supply chain

Albemarle Corporation, a global leader in the specialty chemicals industry, announced it has been awarded a nearly $150 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as part of the first set of projects funded by the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to expand domestic manufacturing of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) and the electrical grid and for materials and components currently imported from other countries. The grant funding is intended to support a portion of the anticipated cost to construct a new, commercial-scale U.S.based lithium concentrator facility at Albemarle’s Kings Mountain, North Carolina, location.

Albemarle CEO Kent Masters participated in today's virtual White House event as part of the DOE award recipient announcement, reiterating Albemarle's commitment to invest in the U.S. to source and process the critical materials used to

make lithium-ion batteries.

“Albemarle is proud to partner with the federal government to bring manufacturing jobs to the southeastern United States, strengthening the domestic supply chain for the growing electric vehicle market.

Receiving the DOE grant affirms Albemarle’s position as a global market leader and one of the only lithium companies currently producing battery-grade lithium from U.S. resources,” said Masters. “Expanding our U.S. footprint also increases the speed of lithium processing and reduces greenhouse gas emissions from long-distance transportation of raw minerals. We hope this project spurs additional investment by others in the domestic EV battery supply chain, such as cathode manufacturers, battery makers,

and auto manufacturers."

Albemarle expects the concentrator facility to create hundreds of construction jobs and full-time jobs, and to supply up to 350,000 metric tons per year of spodumene concentrate to the company's previously announced mega-flex lithium conversion facility. The mega-flex conversion facility is expected to eventually produce up to 100,000 metric tons of battery-grade lithium per year to support domestic manufacturing of up to 1.6 million EVs per year. Albemarle is finalizing the site selection for the megaflex conversion facility in the southeastern United States. That facility design would accommodate multiple feedstocks, including spodumene from the proposed reopening of the company’s hard rock mine in Kings Mountain; its existing lithium brine resources in Silver Peak, Nevada, and

other global resources; as well as potential recycled lithium materials from existing batteries.

In addition to supporting the development of the concentrator, Albemarle will use a portion of the grant to support a $5 million mineral processing operator training program at Cleveland Community College, a $1.5 million minerals lab research program at Virginia Tech, and a $1.5 million minerals pilot plant and engineering training program at North Carolina State University’s Asheville Minerals Research Lab.

Press Development of both the lithium concentrator and the mega-flex conversion facility, the proposed reopening of the Kings Mountain mine, and an active expansion of the Silver Peak facility are part of a larger Albemarle strategy to invest in the U.S. EV battery supply chain.

Early voting runs through Nov. 5

Your vote counts. Skip the lines on election day and vote early. Early voting for the November 8th General Election starts on October 20 and runs through November 5.

• Weekdays: Oct. 20Nov 5 from 8am - 7:30pm

• Saturday: Oct. 29 and Nov. 5 from 8am - 3pm

• Sunday: Oct 30 from 1pm - 5pm

There are three locations where you can vote early in Cleveland County and you can vote at any of the three locations regardless of where you live.

• Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library, 104 Howie Drive, Shelby

• H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Center, 909 E. King St., Kings Mountain, NC 28086

• Boiling Springs Town Hall, 114 East College Ave Shelby, NC 28152

If you are not registered to vote, each of the early voting sites allows same-day registration. So, you can register and then go ahead and vote immediately afterward.

If your address has changed or you have moved, you can update your address at the early voting location as long as you still live in Cleveland County.

If you have questions or need more information, please visit the Board of Elections website at http:// www.clevelandcounty. com/ccboe/.

Chamber Economic Summit to be held on October 28

By Loretta Cozart

Cleveland County Chamber announced an Economic Summit scheduled for Friday, October 28 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the LeGrand Center at 1800 E Marion Street in Shelby.

The summit includes key local and regional experts who will share their outlook on financial and economic trends. Experts will update attendees on local major economic impacts, including the health of the housing market, labor shortage data, and college economic impacts.

Speakers include Kristin Reese, Cleveland County

Economic Development Partnership; Emily Eply, Cleveland County Tourism; Jason Hurst, Cleveland Community College; Tracey Gaugauhn, Two Kings Casino; Human Resources Expert Emily Endert; Karen Davison, Charlotte Region Alliance; and Keynote Speaker Jeff Terrell, VP, Truist. A breakout session will feature discussions on the housing market and labor shortage.

In addition to the summit, networking oppor-

tunities will be available. The summit features a new business expo, the Member Marketplace. Admission is $125. Admission with a Marketplace table is $150. Non-member admission is $150.

This event, catered by Taste of The Town, includes a continental breakfast, lunch, afternoon refreshment, and a reception. For more information, contact Cleveland County Chamber at (704) 4878521.

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Two KM firefighters graduate NC Breathing Equipment Firefighter Survival School

By Loretta Cozart

On October 14, KMFD Firefighter Clark and Firefighter Allen graduated from North Carolina Breathing Equipment Firefighter Survival School at Gaston College. The course is demanding and considered the most advanced firefighter survival school participants ever attend.

According to the NC Breathing Equipment School participant application, Fire Chiefs are required to write a letter of recommendation and are advised, “This is an advanced firefighter school, physically and psychologically demanding. Please only approve capable, qualified veteran individuals. Participants should be Firefighter II certified and familiar with the normal use and operation of SCBA’s. They should be in very good physical condition. Participants will be faced with physical exertion and psychologically stressful situations.”

NC Center for Missing Persons launches new website

The NC Center for Missing Persons (NCCMP) has a new website aimed at furthering its goal of working with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to locate missing persons and reunite them with their families.

The new website includes real time reporting on missing person stats, alert notifications, and alert information. All alerts are now automated and activated with a push of a button. The new system aims to reduce any alert approval delays which ensures alert activations occur as quick as possible.

The new site will highlight all NCCMP Alerts to include Ashanti, Missing Endangered, Silver, AMBER, and Blue Alerts. The webpage will be an information resource for the public, media, law enforcement and other state clearing house managers and AMBER Alert Coordinators across the country.

In the future, the site

will offer online training videos for law enforcement on activating alerts, first responders check list and training, missing person’s posters, CART Team training opportunities and more. This new site will also offer quick access to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and additional resources.

Each year, the NC Center for Missing Persons receives more than 10,000 Missing persons reports. Reasons for these disappearances may include problems at home, health or mental issues, snags with the law, or a taste for adventure. Most eventually return or are found by law enforcement officers and do not involve foul play.

The Center consistently provides law en-

forcement with technical assistance and serving as liaison between states and various governmental agencies. The Center interacts with the public to assist with policy and procedures when reporting a love one missing.

The website launched Friday, October 21, at 11:00 a.m. Users can access the new website at https:// nccmp.ncdps.gov or by visiting the NC Department of Public Safety’s existing webpage, https://www. ncdps.gov/.

For more information about the new website please contact Ms. Nona M. Best, Director of the NCCMP at (800) 522-5437 or by email at nona.best@ ncdps.gov.

KM Fighter Ross Clark and Firefighter Noah Allen recently School.

Photo by KMFD

KM Firefighters, with help from neighboring departments, get to work putting the fire out.

Photos by KMFD

After four hours, the fire was put out.

Cornerstone Church of God will hold a Fall Family Fun Night on Saturday, October 29 at 4 p.m. There will be lots of fun for the whole family, including

lively music, gospel magic, free food, drinks and treats for the kids.

David and Rusty gospel ventrioloquist team will be there.

The church is located at 202 Margrace Rd., Kings Mountain.

More scenes from the Royal T Fall Festival

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so good. We are just trying to do some fun things for families at our location. We have several other events planned through the end of the year. We hope to have a carnival around Thanksgiving, and Cookies with Santa before Christmas. Plans are pending. Folks can check our Facebook page for posts as plans are confirmed.”

When asked why she chose the name Royal T Café, Taylor said, “The letters in ‘Royal T’ are in my first name. Taylor is also my

mother’s family name. Most people who know me and know my family, think my name is Taylor Taylor. I’m good with that. I’ve made lots of friends here in Kings Mountain over the years, so much so that Kings Mountain now feels like home.”

Taylor grew up in Merced, a small town in northern California, which is much like Kings Mountain. Her grandfather, Al Taylor, lives here and suggested she moved to Kings Mountain to open a business. She studied fashion in college and had a hair salon in Los Angeles before moving to Kings Mountain to open her café.

From Page 1A on Saturday, October 29. Look for the Band of Oz and DJs Johnny B and Eric Bowman as they bring the boogie.

Music with DJ Johnny B and Eric Bowman starts at 6:00 pm. Band of OZ will take the stage at 6:30 pm. Don’t forget your boogie shoes! https://www.facebook.com/ CityofKMSpecialEvents/videos/817845512687715

COSTUME CONTEST

Witches and Mummies and Ghosts, Oh My! Don your most uniquely Oz-tastic costume and head to downtown KM October 29 for the Wonderful Adventure to Oz. All ages are welcome to compete in the spookiest costume contest this side of the Haunted Forest. Dress in your Halloween best and follow the yellow brick road to Patriots Park.

Registration is from 5 p.m. until 5:45 p.m., when the parade begins. Winners will be announced during band intermission. You must register to participate in this parade and contest.

Contest rules: The contest is divided into three age groups: Children (0-14 years), Teens (15-18 years), and Adults (19 and up). Categories include Most Unique, Oziest, Judges’ Choice, and Best Overall Group, with one grand prize being awarded per category.

Real weapons are not allowed. and fake weapons are subject to search. Costumes must be PG and family friendly. Entrants under 16-years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Use of liquids,

messy substances, or overly large prop pieces are not allowed.

All participants will have a chance to parade in front of the judges and have their name and costume announced. Contestants must remain throughout the costume contest to be eligible for a prize.

By registering, all Halloween Costume Contest participants agree to allow the City of Kings Mountain to use their images for promotional purposes. The judges have the sole authority and discretion to select the winners.

MERCHANT

SCAVENGER HUNT

Click Your Heels and Follow the Yellow Brick Road Downtown to the Marvelous Map of Merchants! For one week in October, downtown will turn into the Magical Land of Oz. Using the downtown map, follow the Yellow Brick Road for Oz-Tastic prizes from the Marvelous Merchants in Kings Mountain.

HOW DO YOU PLAY?

1. Visit our Marvelous Merchants on the map and look for some Wonderful Wizardly items straight from Oz itself between Monday, October 24th - Saturday, October 29th, during the normal business hours.

2. Once you find the item, make sure to take a selfie with it.

3. Using the photo, make a post on Facebook tagging the merchant’s name and the City of Kings Mountain Special Events in your

post. Make sure that you use #KMOZ2022

*Contestants must follow ALL the rules and visit each participating business for a chance to win the Grand Prize.

PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES AND THE ITEM

YOU’RE LOOKING FOR

• 133 West - Wicked Witch of the West

• KM Historical MuseumWizard of Oz Characters

• Mountain HolidayScarecrow

• Sub Factory - Munchkin

• 238 Cherokee GrillDorothy Gale

• Uncommon ArtisanWizard of Oz in the State Farm Hot Air Balloon

• Farmers Furniture - Flying Monkey

• Royal Tea Cafe - Glenda the Good Witch’s Crown

• Mauney Memorial Library - Wizard of Oz Book

• Revolutionary Fit - Tin Man’s Oil Can

• Amos Insurance - Cowardly Lion

The winner will be drawn and announced on Monday, October 31.

HAYRIDE ADVENTURE

Rescue the Enchanted Ruby. The Enchanted Ruby has gone missing, and all of Oz needs your help! Climb aboard a hayride and journey into the Wicked Witch’s territory to rescue the precious gem before she uses it to take over the entire land! This theatrical experience is designed for the entire family but be careful… Flying Monkeys and the Wicked Witch of the West may make an appearance!

MAYOR’S NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS

Ghostly encounters await you on Sunday, October 30, as Mayor Neisler presents the Mayor’s Nightmare Before Christmas. This spell binding event features two spine tingling movies featuring legendary actors, Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff. Horror classic, “Night of the Living Dead” will follow. The haunting hour starts at 3:00 p.m. Don’t be a scaredy cat! Be there if you dare! There is no place like Halloween in Kings Mountain.

The City of Kings Mountain will host The Great Pumpkin Parade, Friday, October 28. (Photo provided)

(photos by Loretta Cozart)

Stuck in the snow

(Part 3 of the “WEATHER” series)

Oh how lovely are the white flakes that fall from the sky, and cover the earth during the winter season. As a little girl, I not only enjoyed watching the snow, but sledding down hills, making snowmen, and eating snow cream! However, my cheerful views changed about the cold wintery season when I grew up, started driving, and experienced getting stuck in several inches of

DANYALE PATTERSON

snow. Frustration sets in pretty quickly when you try to drive off, but can’t go anywhere because your wheels are lodged in stubborn blocks of snow. Similarly, you can be driving down the road of life, and suddenly a major difficulty occurs that hinders you from moving forward, and you find yourself not knowing what to do. It could be an unexpected illness, a pain-

ful loss, a challenging relationship, or a traumatic event. No matter what it is, I have good news! You can get unstuck and continue to progress instead of regress in your life! Psalm 40:1-3 (NLT) says, “I waited patiently for the Lord to help me, and he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet on solid ground and steadied me as I walked along. He has given me a new song to sing, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see what he has done and be amazed. They will put their

trust in the Lord.”

A Couple of Tips to Get Unstuck

“Get others to help you push.” Don’t let fear or pride hinder you from asking for help or receiving support from others. On many occasions, God answers your prayers by sending other people to encourage, serve, pray, give wise counsel, etc. Hebrews 10:24-25, (NLT) says, “And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.”

“Add traction under

your tires.” The most powerful tools to melt the junk that is holding you captive in your soul (or any other area of your life), are meditating, embracing, and obeying scripture, while you are surrendering to the Holy Spirit. This will help you get the strength you need to break free from every heavy burden or bondage Jeremiah 23:29 (NIV) says, “Is not my word like fire,”declares the LORD, “and like a hammer that breaks a rock in pieces?”

PRAY THIS PRAYER:

“Lord, you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your name, for in perfect faithfulness you have done wonderful things. I have much to be thankful for. I like to count my blessings, because it makes me realize that you are good to

me. Even the difficult challenges I face don’t compare to your grace, mercy, and power to bring me out. Father, I will keep praying and believing in your word. You are my Healer, Deliverer and Savior. You are still hearing and answering prayers. Help me Lord - I ask you to deliver me from everything that is trying to keep me from my destiny in you. Lord, I desire to move forward in your love, joy, peace, strength, and perfect will for my life. In Jesus’ name I pray - Amen.”

Danyale Patterson would love to hear from you! Contact her at www. danyale.com to share a testimony, send a prayer request, or book her to speak.

1101 S. Battleground Ave. 704-739-6811

Midview Baptist Church 703 Margrace Road 704-739-6711

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

Mountain View Agape Church 506 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-0160

541 Crocker Road 704-730-9507

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

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

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

1517 York Road 704-739-7831

Pathway Baptist Church 3100 Parkdale Circle 704-734-0852

Patterson Grove Baptist Church 301 Oak Grove Road 704-739-5826

Penley’s Chapel Church 1805 N Piedmont Ave 704-524-4139

Peoples Baptist Church 1010 Groves Street 704-739-0398

600 Crescent Circle 704-739-5580

Royal Praise Ministries 2055 Shelby Rd.

Saint Matthew’s Lutheran Church 201 N. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-7466

Second Baptist Church 120 Linwood Road 704-739-4216

Shady Grove Baptist Church 339 Shady Grove Road 704-739-8920

St. Paul United Methodist Church N. Cansler Street 704-739-1256

Sunrise Baptist Church 208 Mail Road 704-692-3007

Temple Baptist Church 612 N. Cansler Street 704-739-4716

The Favor Center Church 602 Slater Street

True Gospel Holiness Church 1608 Shelby Road 704-739-6764

Unity AME Zion Church 948 Unity Church Road 704-228-0328

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

Westover Baptist Church 114 Westover Drive

Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171

Anew Beginning Baptist Church 415 Dixon School Rd. 704-473-1372

Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700

Arise Church 830 E. King St.

Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487

Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917

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

Concord United Methodist Church 2404 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Bessemer City, NC 704-629-3571

Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-739-3773

Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477

Kings Mountain Church Of The Nazarene 127 Countryside Rd. • Kings Mountain, NC

Clev. Co. Sheriff’s office shares how to have a safe and spooktacular Halloween

Soon our streets will be scattered with little ghosts, goblins, and witches trick-ortreating this Halloween. “Halloween should be filled with surprise and enjoyment and following some commonsense practices can keep events safer and more fun,” said Sheriff Norman of Cleveland County.

The Sheriff reminds all Cleveland County residents to follow these tips for a safe Halloween:

Motorists:

• Watch for children darting out from between parked cars.

• Watch for children walking on roadways, medians, and curbs.

• Enter and exit driveways and alleys carefully.

• At twilight and later in the evening, watch for children in dark clothing.

Parents:

• While on the prowl for treats, make sure an adult or an older responsible youth will be supervising children under 12.

• Check the sex offender registry at www. NCSBI.gov when planning your child’s trick-ortreat route. You can view maps that pinpoint registered offenders’ addresses in your neighborhood and sign up to get email alerts when an offender moves nearby.

• Plan and discuss the route trick-or-treaters intend to follow. Know the names of older children’s companions.

• Make sure older kids trick-or-treat in a group.

• Instruct your children to travel only in familiar areas and along an established route.

• Teach your children to stop only at houses or apartment buildings that are well-lit and never to enter a stranger’s home.

• Establish a return time.

• Tell your youngsters not to eat any treats until they return home.

• Review all appropriate trick-or-treat safety precautions, including pedestrian and traffic safety rules.

• All children need to know their home telephone number and how to

call 9-1-1 in case of emergency.

• Pin a slip of paper with the child’s name, address, and telephone number inside a pocket in case the youngster gets separated from the group.

Technology Tips:

• Make sure any older children who are trick-ortreating alone have a fully charged cellphone to carry with them.

• Be sure to check your children’s cellphones and turn tracking features off on cellphone mobile applications not solely accessed by parents so strangers will not be able to access your children’s location.

• Parents of children who have cell phones may consider having children turn on a mobile tracking application such as Find My Friends or Life360 that allow only individuals selected by parents to safely track their whereabouts.

• Parents of children who do not have a cell phone may consider allowing children to wear or carry a Bluetooth tracking device with controlled access to your child’s location.

• Remind your children not to wear headphones or earbuds so they can hear cars approaching on the road.

• Know when witches and superheroes are outside your front door by using a motion-activated doorbell or mounted cameras like Ring or Nest to notify you of their presence.

• Also consider using motion sensor lighting around your home to keep trick-or- treaters safe and help alert you when ghosts and goblins are approaching.

Costume Design:

• Only fire-retardant materials should be used for costumes.

• Costumes should be loose so warm clothes can be worn underneath.

• Costumes should not be so long that they are a tripping hazard.

• Make sure that shoes fit well to prevent trips and falls.

• Be safe and be seen. If children are allowed out after dark, outfits should be made with light colored materials. Strips of retro-reflective tape should be used to make children visible.

Face Design:

• Do not use masks

as they can obstruct a child’s vision. Use facial make-up instead.

• When buying special Halloween makeup, check for packages containing ingredients that are labeled “Made with U.S. Approved Color Additives,” “Laboratory Tested,” “Meets Federal Standards for Cosmetics,” or “Non-Toxic.” Follow manufacturer’s instruction for application.

• If masks are worn, they should have nose and mouth openings and large eye holes.

Accessories:

• If your child dresses up as a pirate, ninja or in any other costume that includes accessories like knives and sword, be sure accessories are made from cardboard or flexible materials. Do not allow children to carry sharp objects.

• Bags or sacks carried by youngsters should be light-colored or trimmed with retro-reflective tape if children are allowed out after dark.

• Carrying flashlights with fresh batteries will help children see better and be seen more clearly.

• If children are carrying cell phones, remind them of the flashlight feature available on most smart phones.

While Trick-or-Treating:

• Do not enter homes or apartments without adult supervision.

• While everyone is excited for candy, make sure children walk instead of running from house to house. Do not cross yards and lawns where unseen objects or the uneven terrain can present tripping hazards.

• Walk on sidewalks, not in the street.

• Walk on the left side of the road, facing traffic, if there are no sidewalks.

Treats:

• Give children an early meal before going out.

• Insist that treats be brought home for inspection before anything is eaten.

• Wash fruit and slice it into small pieces.

• Throw away any candy that is unwrapped or partially wrapped or has a strange odor, color, or texture.

Homeowners/Decorations:

• Keep candles and jack o’ lanterns away from landings and doorsteps where costumes could brush against the flame.

• Remove obstacles from lawns, steps, and porches when expecting trick-or-treaters.

• Keep candles and jack o’ lanterns away from curtains, decorations, and other combustibles that could catch fire.

•• Don’t let ghosts and spirits in by leaving your home unattended.

Sheriff Norman concluded, “Halloween is a fun time in Cleveland County, but let’s make it a safe time as well. The major dangers are not from witches or spirits but rather from falls and pedestrian/car crashes.“

Carolina pottery festival returns November 5

The Carolina Pottery Festival returns for its 21st year on Saturday, November 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the LeGrand Center, 1800 E. Marion St. in Shelby, NC. This pottery festival attracts crowds of over 2000 pottery lovers with over 100 wellknown regional potters showing and selling their work. It is one of the largest “pottery only” festivals in the southeast with a wide range of traditional and contemporary work that is functional, decorative, and sculptural. Artists are on hand to talk about their inspiration, methods of creation and answer any questions.

This festival was started by potters, for potters and continues to celebrate and honor the rich heritage of pottery in our region. “This is an excellent way to see so many different styles of pottery all under one roof,” stated Bobbi Black, one of the Festival founders. “Our goal has always been to showcase a wide variety of pottery and to give customers the opportunity to meet the potters while they shop.”

The pottery festival is coordinated by the Cleveland County Arts Council. “We are thrilled to be back this year with many returning potters as well as potters who are new to our festival,” commented Shearra Miller, Executive Director of the Arts

Council.

Again, this year you will have the opportunity to purchase handmade and numbered NC ornaments by Vicki Gill. These unique ornaments are a lovely addition to any pottery lover’s collection. A limited number have been made.

Attendees can also register for a chance to win a $30 gift certificate that can be used during the festival at any vendor’s booth.

Parking is convenient and free. Admission is $6.00 for those ages 13 and over. Tickets may be purchased in advance on-line at http://www. ccartscouncil.org/Events.htm.

For more information, contact the Cleveland County Arts Council, 704-484-2787 or visit http://www.ccartscouncil.org/Events.htm or https://www.facebook.com/ CarolinaPotteryFestival.

COUNTRY CLUB

SQUASH

Lynn Eskridge

8 med. yellow squash

½ to ¾ tsp. Salt

¼ tsp. basil

½ c. grated Cheddar cheese

1/3 cup margarine, melted

1 8oz. carton sour cream

¼ tsp. pepper

1 cup Pepperidge Farms seasoned breadcrumbs

½ tsp. paprika Wash squash, trim ends. Cook squash and onions until tender/ Drain and mash. Combine squash, onions, sour cream, salt, pepper, and bail. Pour into greased 2-quart casserole. Combine breadcrumbs, cheese, butter and paprika. Sprinkle over squash mixture. Bake at 399 degrees for 30 minutes.

Serves 8-20. Cn bd prepared ahead of time and freezes well.

BARBECUE CHICKEN

Frances Lutz

6-8 servings

Cooking time 1 hour

1 chicken or 6-8 deboned chicken breast

¼ tsp. salt

tsp. pepper

1 Tbsp. mustard 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

2 small onions, chopped

cup ketchup

cup vinegar

cup oil

tsp. hot sauce

4 Tbsp. brown sugar

1 large bottle BBQ sauce

Heat oven to 325 degrees. Place chicken and sauce in baking bag. Cook 1 hour. Serve over rice. May be pre-

(The recipes in today’s Cooking Corner are from “The Good Neighbor Cookbook” published by the Cleveland County Chapter American Red Cross.

pared to cook and placed in refrigerator until ready to cook.

NO FRILLS

POUND CAKE

Wilma Hoyle

1 cup Crisco 2 ½ cups sugar 4 eggs 3 cups flour

1 cup milk

1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt

1 ½ tsp. vanilla

3 tsp. lemon flavoring Cream sugar and Crisco together. Add eggs one at a time, beating between each. Mix flour, salt, and baking powder with milk. Add vanilla and lemon flavoring. Pour into a greased and floured tube pan or Bundt pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 ¼ hours.

The Carolina Pottery Festival returns for its 21st year on Saturday, November 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the LeGrand Center, Shelby. (Photo provided)

Kings Mountain Rotary Club President, Greg Shull (left), receives the Distinguished Rotarian Award presented by Peter Bagley.

Photo by Amanda Justice

SHERIFF NORMAN

It’s Fall, Y’all!

By Loretta Cozart

As the thermometer reading drops each day, with afternoon temperatures rising into the 60s and 70s, it can be diffi-

cult to believe that fall has come. We have had a few frosts. Even so, the people of Kings Mountain love the fall and decorations around town attest. Spending time with

friends and appreciating beautiful days make life more enjoyable this time of year. As you drive around town, take note of the beautiful fall decorations.

Flu vaccine available at Health Department

The Cleveland County Health Department joins the NC Division of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in urging everyone to protect themselves by getting vaccinated against the flu. Everyone over the age of 6 months is encouraged to be immunized.

It is not too early. The vaccine is safe and effective and the best way to protect yourself and your family from getting the flu.

In addition to vaccination, continue practicing healthy habits to protect yourself from flu and other viruses:

• Cover your nose and mouth with tissue when you cough or sneeze.

•Throw the tissue in the trash promptly after use.

•Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also

effective.

•Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. Germs spread this way.

•Stay home if you are sick. You should stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone and other symptoms have improved, except to get medical care.

“Steps to prevent the flu are very similar to the steps we encourage individuals to take to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including getting vaccinated,” said DeShay Oliver, Cleveland County Deputy Health Director. “Individuals who are at highest risk of severe illness from the flu are like those factors that place individuals at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19 including being 65 or older, having underlying health conditions, being pregnant, having a weakened

immune system, or living in a congregate living setting. You can get your flu vaccine at the same time you get your COVID vaccine, including the updated bivalent booster.”

Flu vaccine will be available at the Cleveland County Health Department beginning Monday, October 3, 2022. The vaccine is available Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, no appointment necessary. Please note, appointments are required for the COVID-19 vaccine by calling 980-484-6019.

The flu vaccine is free of charge for children 18 and younger who have Medicaid, do not have insurance, or are underinsured (meaning insurance does not cover the flu vaccine). The vaccine will also be free for uninsured (non-Medicaid) pregnant women 19 and older who are serviced by the health

department and women 19 and older who have a family planning waiver (Be Smart) and are receiving services at the health department. If you have insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid, we will bill these third-party payers. If you do not meet the above criteria or do not have insurance, Medicare or Medicaid, the charge for the vaccine is $55. We also have available a limited number of the Flublok vaccines for those 18 and older and High Dose flu vaccines for those 65 and older. Insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid can be billed for these vaccines, or the cost is $90.

If you have questions or need additional information, you may call the Cleveland County Health Department Immunization Clinic at 980-484-5100. You may also find additional information about the flu at www. flu.nc.gov.

133 West is decorated for the season. (Photos by Loretta Cozart)

A home on Woodside Drive joins the decorating fun.

Alex Bumgardner and Taylor Ware at Boyce Memorial ARP Church pumpkin patch.

Beautiful mums at Hometown Hardware.

The Hawkins yard on Woodside Drive.

Fall decorations in downtown Kings Mountain.

Words of wisdom at UnCommon Artisans.

Jake Bumgardner at Boyce Memorial ARP Church pumpkin patch.

Mountaineers clinch at least a tie for Big South championship, face Crest Friday for chance to go 10-0 for first time since 1964

Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers scored on their first three possessions for a quick 21-0 lead and went on to defeat the Ashbrook Green Wave 48-14 on Senior Night Friday and clinch at least a tie for the Big South Conference championship.

The win improved the Mountaineers’ record to 6-0 in the conference and 9-0 overall going into their final regular season game Friday at Crest. A win there would give the Mountaineers their first 10-0 regular season record since 1964. Kings Mountain did go undefeated in the conference and overall in the regular 2020 season that was shortened to seven games and played in spring ‘21 because of Covid 19. The Mountaineers played two playoff games at home, beating Robinson before falling to Monroe to finish 8-1 overall.

A victory over Crest would likely keep the Mountaineers in Gamble Stadium for all of their Western division playoff games.

“We played well in all areas,” Coach Greg Lloyd said of his team’s win over Ashbrook. “We had too many penalties but both lines played well, the running backs did well and Lamont (Littlejohn) did a good job at quarterback.”

Led by strong blocking, the Mountaineers’ offense was strong all night and rolled up 404 yards of total offense – 208 through the air and 196 on the ground. Teddy Jeffries gained 120 yards on 14 carries to lead the rushing and the passing was shared by five receivers including Ja’Qualyn Sanders with four catches for 56 yards, Jake Lloyd two for 67, Casey Holland one for 26, Zay Smith one for 32 and a TD and Xzorion Le-

nair with one for a 31-yard TD.

The Mountaineers showed their dominance on the opening kickoff as Casey Holland returned the kick to the Ashbrook 21. A penalty set them back to the 38 where Teddy Jeffries took a handoff from Littlejohn and went around left end for a touchdown with just 22 seconds gone off the clock. Jaden Ellis’s PAT made it 7-0.

The defense showed up big, holding the Green Wave to three and out and forcing a punt. The short kick was downed at the Ashbrook 46. KM tested the Ashbrook defense with four straight running plays and then Littlejohn found Smith behind the Wave defense for a 32-yard touchdown pass. Ellis added the PAT for a 14-0 lead

Moving behind the running of their ace back Carmelo Bess, the Green Wave was able to pick up a first down but after the KM defense threw Sincere Sanders Moss for a seven-yard loss to set up a fourth and four punt attempt, KM’s defense blocked the punt and Micah Ward scooped it up at the seven and took it to the house. Ellis’s kick made it 21-0 with still 3:14 to go in the first quarter.

The Green Wave got on the board late in the second quarter on a 50-yard catch and run by Moss.

Kings Mountain drove the ensuing kickoff 89 yards in 10 plays to take a 28-7 halftime lead on an eightyard run by Jeffries and Ellis’s PAT. Along the way the Mountaineers had big receptions from Jake Lloyd for 32 yards, Holland for 26 and Ja’Qualyn Sanders for 17.

After holding Ashbrook to three and out to open the See MOUNTAINEERS, Page 4B

Spikers open state tourney with a sweep of St. Stephens

Kings Mountain High’s women’s volleyball team swept North Davidson 25-10, 25-11, 25-9 in the opening round of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association state tournament Saturday at Donald L. Parker Gymnasium.

The Lady Mountaineers were scheduled to host East Lincoln last night at Donald L. Parker Gymnasium. The Lady Mustangs advanced with a 3-0 first round win over St. Stephens.

The winner of last night’s contest will ad-

vance against the winner of the North Lincoln-West Henderson game. Those teams swept Rockingham County and South Point, respectively, in the first round.

Kings Mountain jumped out front early to put away North Davidson as all of Coach Heather Pasour’s ladies turned in an outstanding performance.

Meile Songaila led the way with 20 kills, one block, six serve receptions, 12 digs and 11 service points.

Camden Pasour provided 24 assists, 12 digs,

FINAL BSC VOLLEYBALL

STANDINGS

Teams Conf. W-L All W-L

Kings Mountain 14-0 25-2

Forestview 11-3 15-3

Crest 11-3 16-11

South Point 8-6 13-10

Stuart Cramer 6-8 12-11

North Gaston 4-10 7-15

Ashbrook 1-13 3-16

Hunter Huss 1-13 3-14

10 service points, two kills and two serve receptions.

Myracle Davis led in kills with 21 and also blocked a shot.

Paige Bagwell dished

out 20 assists to go along with a kill, nine digs and eight service points.

Jessie Ozmore had 15 service points, four serve receptions and 11 digs.

Teddy Jeffries is in the clear and heading for another touchdown in last week’s big win over the Ashbrook Green Wave at Gamble Stadium.

Photos by Gary Smart

KM’s Caleb Holland runs hard against the Ashbrook defense in Friday’s Big South game at John Gamble Stadium.

KMHS volleyball finishes perfect in Big South 3A

Kings Mountain High’s women’s volleyball team wrapped un another undefeated Big South 3A Conference championship last week at home with a 25-11, 25-18, 25-15 victory over county rival Crest.

Kings Mountain’s JVs also wrapped up another undefeated conference slate with a 25-18, 25-21 victory.

Meile Songaila had her usual all-around great game with nine digs, 12 service points, 16 kills and four blocks.

Myracle Davis finished with 17 kills, six blocks and four digs.

Paige Bagwell contributed 18 assists, 15 digs, five

service points and two kills.

Camden Pasour had 14 assists, eight digs, five service points and three kills.

Caroline Barber provided six assists, 10 digs and 22 service points.

They JVs had a good allaround performance from Abigail Hedgepath, Ruby Osborne, Megan Harrison and Kenzlie Morris.

Hedgepath dished out 13 assists to go with five kills, five digs and three service points.

Osborne contributed four kills and three blocks.

Harrison had six kills and six digs.

Morris had three kills, a block and six service points.

Camden Pasour serves for the Lady Mountaineers in last week’s game with Crest at Parker Gym.

Paige Bagwell (14) and Caroline Barber (1) receive their senior jersey awards at last week’s final regular season game at Parker Gym. Photos by Gary Smart

Myracle Davis kills for a point in KM’s win over Crest in the Big South finale last week at Parker Gym.

Paige Bagwell sets up a teammate in last week’s regular season finale with Crest at Parker Gym.

Meile Songaila had her usual strong game along the nets for the Lady Mountaineers in last week’s regular season finale against the Crest Lady Chargers at Parker Gym.

400 attend Mountaineers’ 100th football celebration

A crowd of approximately 400 people attended the Kings Mountain Touchdown Club’s 100th anniversary celebration of Mountaineer football Thursday night at John Gamble Stadium.

Danny Ford, retired head football coach at Clemson, was the guest speaker. He was introduced by Kevin Mack, one of his star running backs on Clemson’s 1982 team which defeated Nebraska for the NCAA championship.

Mack, who still lives in Cleveland where he was Rookie of the Year and the leading rusher for the Browns in the 1980s, introduced his coach and both he and Ford recalled Mack’s adjustment time after joining the team right out of KMHS in 1980. But, after that adjustment early in his freshman season, Mack became one of the Tigers’ alltime leading rushers.

Before introducing Ford, Mack said football taught him a lot from the high school to the professional level and he thanked his high school coach, Dan Brooks who was in attendance, and Ford for molding him as a player and a man.

Speaking of Ford, he said “he drove his team to be good. The first couple of days I didn’t know if I’d make it. I had to adapt.”

Mack recalled that his freshman year at Clemson the Tigers went 6-5 but Ford was laying the groundwork for the next three years when the Tigers lost just three games and won the national championship.

“He produced some of the great teams in Clemson history,” Mack noted. “In his first game as head coach Clemson won the Gator Bowl over Woody Hayes and Ohio State.”

Former Clemson University head football coach Danny Ford speaks to the crowd of over 400 attending last week’s 100th anniversary celebration of KMHS football at Gamble Stadium.

Photos by Gary Smart

Betty and John Gamble Jr. represented their late husband and father Coach John Gamble at the 100th year celebration of Mountaineer football Thursday at KMHS. The stadium is named in memory of Coach Gamble who helped Shu Carlton build a powerful football tradition at Kings Mountain in the mid-fifties. After Carlton moved on to Gastonia Ashley (now Ashbrook) Gamble took over as head coach and continued the tradition which still is solid today. He had to retire after being diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s Disease in the early 1960s.

Doris and Ken Cloninger at last week’s 100th anniversary of KMHS football. Cloninger was all-star lineman for Coach Shu Carlton in the 1950s.

Pictured above are former KMHS players and supporters who were honored with special awards at last week’s 100th football anniversary.

Left to right Bob Hullender, Jack Ruth, Kevin Mack, Gary Stewart, George Harris, CJ and Yolanda Stephens (representing the late Calvin Stephens), Zack Massey and Sherry Massey (representing the late KMHS coach Ron Massey), Keith Falls and current KMHS head coach Greg Lloyd.

Kings Mountain’s first All-American football player, 1955 quarterback George Harris, left, talks with Cleveland County Schools Superintendent Dr. Stephen Fisher at last week’s 100th anniversary at Gamble Stadium.

Former KMHS, Clemson and Cleveland Browns star running back Kevin Mack, left, with one of his biggest supporters Paul Ingram at KMHS 100th football anniversary.

Zach Massey and his mother, Sherry, came from Kannapolis to be at the 100th anniversary of KM football. Zach was a very young ball boy when Sherry’s husband, the late Ron Massey, coached the Mountaineers to three of their best seasons ever in the late nineties.

Toney Wells, left, with his brother-in-law Mike Ware of Newberry, SC at last week’s 100th year anniversary of KMHS football. Ware was an all-star lineman for the Mountaineers in the late 50s and early 60s and later coached Newberry, SC High School to some of its best records in school history.

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 4th day of October, 2022 as Executrix of the Estate of NORMA SUE HOLDER RASH, 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, Kathy Rash Brewer, Executrix on or before the 12th of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 12th day of October, 2022.

Kathy Rash Brewer, Executrix Estate of: Norma Sue Holder Rash 108 Sullivan Place Pooler, Ga. 31322

KMH (10/12, 19, 26 & 11/02/2022)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 8th day of July, 2022 as Administrator of the Estate of JACQUELINE JOHNSON, 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, Brenton S. Begley, Administrator, on or before the 19th of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 19th day of October, 2022.

Brenton S. Begley, Administrator

Estate of: Jacqueline Johnson McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150

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MOUNTAINEERS

From Page 1B third quarter, the Mountaineers survived two holding penalties to score in four plays on a 32-yard run around left end by Jeffries to go up 35-7.

Taking over after an Ashbrook punt, the Mountaineers drove 60 yards in six plays to go up 41-7 on a 31-yard touchdown reception by Xzorion Lenair.

The defense held the Wave to still another three and out, and the Mountaineers blocked a punt to take possession at the Green Wave 35. A 28yard reception by Sanders put them at the three on the last play of the third quarter, and Sanders went around end for a touchdown on the first play of the fourth quarter. Ellis’s PAT made it 48-7.

KM’s starters came off the field but the second unit played well. Ward recovered an Ashbrook fumble at the Green Wave 39 and he and Tyler McIntyre handled the running duties to get the Mountaineers to the 24 before they were stopped on downs at the Wave 25. Bess took a pitch and covered the distance to account for the final margin.

Without a doubt, the Mountaineers face their

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 7th day of October, 2022 as Limited Personal Representative of the Estate of KENNETH SHERRIN BRYAN, 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, Brenton S. Begley, Limited Personal Representative, on or before the 19th of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 19th day of October, 2022.

Brenton S. Begley, Limited Personal Representative Estate of: Kenneth Sherrin Bryan McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK In the Matter of the Estate of: LARRY GENE WALKER, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS and DEBTORS

Having qualified on the 10th day of October, 2022 as Administrator of the Estate of Larry Gene Walker, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Administrator on or before the 20th day of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 19th day of October, 2022

JOHNNY RAY WALKER, Administrator 9419 N. Hwy. 10 Vale, NC 28168

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biggest task of the season Friday at Crest which has rebounded from two early-season losses to get in position to grab a share of the BSC title.

“They’ve gotten a lot better since the beginning of the season,” noted Coach Lloyd. “They have

quarterback (Ny’tavious Huskey) is a dual threat.

They have the best receivers we’ve seen and (Javarius) Green is the best receiver we will see all year. Crest is very dangerous and they’re well coached. We will have to

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 26th day of September, 2022 as Administratrix of the Estate of HATLEY MULL, 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, Mary White, Administratrix on or before the 5th of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 5th day of October, 2022.

Mary White, Administratrix Estate of: Hatley Mull 2406 Kings Road Ext Shelby, NC 28150

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PUBLIC NOTICE

The Cleveland County Nickels for Know-How Referendum will be held on Thursday, November 17, 2022. The polling place is the County Extension Center, located at 130 S. Post Road, Suite 1, Shelby, NC 28152

Anyone who uses or produces feed or fertilizer is eligible to vote on whether or not to continue the Nickels for KnowHow self-assessment program. This program has been in place since 1948, and the law requires that a new referendum be held every six years.

A two-thirds favorable vote will mean that growers are willing to continue to assess themselves to support agricultural research and education. The assessment is fifteen cents per hundred pounds on feed and fertilizer produced in North Carolina.

The funds, about $1.4 million annually, are collected by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and then allocated by the NC Carolina Agricultural Foundation’s 148-member volunteer Board of Directors to support agricultural research and extension projects at North Carolina State University benefitting agriculture in North Carolina.

For more information on the referendum, please call the County Extension Office at (704) 482-4365.

Gregory B. Traywick, County Extension Director

NC Cooperative Extension Cleveland County Center 130 S. Post Road, Suite 1 Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 482-4365

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KM’s Antonio Armstrong puts the heat on Ashbrook QB Tavon Leslie in Friday’s game at John Gamble Stadium. KM won 48-17.

KM freshman QB TJ Armstrong hands off to Kameron Adams in Friday’s Big South game at Gamble Stadium.

Curtis Simpson, left, and Ja’Qualyn Sanders take a break on the bench after outstanding performances in Friday’s win over the Ashbrook Green Wave.

Photos by Gary Smart

Left to right Ken Baity, Anthony Hillman and Kevin Mack - three of Kings Mountain’s all-time

Micah Ward (5) looks to get past the Ashbrook defense in Friday’s game at KMHS.

BSC FOOTBALL STANDINGS

Teams Conf. W-L All W-L

Kings Mountain 6-0 9-0

Crest 5-1 7-2

South Point 5-1 8-1

Hunter Huss 2-4 3-6

Ashbrook 2-4 3-6 Forestview 2-4 3-6

Stuart Cramer 2-4 4-5

North Gaston 0-6 0-9

Last week’s results

Kings Mountain 48, Ashbrook 14

South Point 42, Forestview 7 Crest 40, Hunter Huss 0

Stuart Cramer 48, North Gaston 0

Friday’s games

Kings Mountain at Crest South Point at North Gaston

Stuart Cramer at Forestview Hunter Huss at Ashbrook

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

In the Matter of the Estate of: DARLENE H. BRIDGES aka DARLENE HANNON BRIDGES aka BERTHA DARLENE HANNON BRIDGES, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS and DEBTORS

Having qualified on the 6th day of October, 2022 as Administrator CTA of the Estate of Darlene H. Bridges aka Darlene Hannon Bridges aka Bertha Darlene Hannon Bridges, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Administrator CTA on or before the 20th day of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 19th day of October, 2022

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr., Administrator CTA CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 19th day of September, 2022 as Administratrix of the Estate of JOE BROWN, 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, Shaletta Farr, Administratrix on or before the 12th of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 12th day of October, 2022.

Shaletta Farr, Administratrix Estate of: Joe Brown 815 Circleview Dr Gastonia, NC 28054

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 5th day of October, 2022 as Executor of the Estate of JO ANNE PRESLAR BRIDGES, 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, Robert Wayne Bridges, Executor on or before the 12th of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 12th day of October, 2022.

Robert Wayne Bridges, Executor Estate of: Jo Anne Preslar Bridges 3628 Ken Mcentire Rd Lawndale, NC 28090

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS OF WILLIAM THOMAS SENTELL

Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of William Thomas Sentell, 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 at 106 North Cherry Street, Cherryville, North Carolina, on or before the 12th day of January, 2023, 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 12th day of October, 2022.

Sherri Cleary Sentell Administratrix Counsel for the Estate: PALMER E. HUFFSTETLER, JR. ATTORNEY AT LAW 106 North Cherry Street Cherryville, NC 28021

Telephone: 704-435-4907

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Patriots fall in playoffs

Kings Mountain Middle School’s football season ended Wednesday at John Gamble Stadium in a 20-0 loss to RS Central in the first round of the TriCounty Conference playoffs.

The Patriots had several players that stood out on defense. Nasir Epps and Silas Tate had interceptions. Malachi Powell forced a fumble and Christian Jarrett and Nasir Epps had fumble recoveries.

(Pictured right) – Kings Mountain Middle’s Silas Tate (left) is ready to intercept a pass in last week’s Tri-County Conference playoff loss to RS Central at Gamble Stadium.

Photo by Lizzie Ingram

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

In the Matter of the Estate of: HELEN W. BULLOCK

aka HELEN WILLIAMS BULLOCK

NOTICE TO CREDITORS and DEBTORS

Having qualified on the 5th day of October, 2022 as Executor of the Estate of Helen W. Bullock aka Helen Williams Bullock, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executor on or before the 13th day of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 12th day of October, 2022

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr., Executor CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

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EXECUTRIX NOTICE

Having qualified on 16th of September, 2022 as Executrix of the Estate of PATSY A. BRIGHT;AKA, PATSY HUSS BRIGHT (22 E 765), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Tammy Jeaneen McNeely, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before January 5th, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 5th day of October, 2022.

Tammy Jeaneen McNeely Executrix of the Estate of Patsy A. Bright; AKA, Patsy Huss Bright c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (10/05, 10/12, 10/19 & 10/26/2022)

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATRIX

Having qualified on 20th of September, 2022 as Administratrix of the Estate of KENYON MONTERIO WATKINS, (22 E 744) deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to A. Susan Biggers, Administratrix, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before January 5, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 5th day of October, 2022.

A. Susan Biggers Administratrix of the Estate of Kenyon Monterio Watkins Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATOR

Having qualified on 21st of September, 2022 as Administrator of the Estate of KATHY LORETTA NEELY (22 E 822), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Garry Lee Neely, Jr., Administrator, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before January 5, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 5th day of October, 2022. Garry Lee Neely, Jr. Administrator of the Estate of Kathy Loretta Neely c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

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istratrix CTA of the Estate of HAZEL JONES HARDIN (22 E 756), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to A. Susan Biggers, Administratrix CTA, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before January 12, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 12th day of October, 2022.

A. Susan Biggers.

Administratrix CTA of the Estate of Hazel Jones Hardin Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 12th day of August, 2022 as Administrator of the Estate of JOSEPH WAYNE KING, 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, Brenton S. Begley, Administrator, on or before the 12th of January, 2022 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 12th day of October, 2022.

Brenton S. Begley, Administrator Estate of: Joseph Wayne King McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 18th day of August, 2022 as Administrator of the Estate of ERMA CHAMBERS LOCKHART, 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, William Lamont Lockhart, Administrator, on or before the 26th of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 26th day of October, 2022.

William Lamont Lockhart, Administrator Estate of: Erma Chambers Lockhart 121 Trotter Lane Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Counsel for the Estate: McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 11th day of October, 2022 as Administrator of the Estate of EDDIE LOCKHART, 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, William Lamont Lockhart, Administrator, on or before the 26th of January, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 26th day of October, 2022.

William Lamont Lockhart, Administrator Estate of: Eddie Lockhart 121 Trotter Lane Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Counsel for the Estate: McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150

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KM JVs come back to beat Green Wave

The KMHS JV team had its toughest test of the year as the junior Mountaineers won 14-7 to remain in first place in the Big South conference.

After Ashbrook took the opening kickoff 84 yards to grab the lead 7-0, the Mountaineer’s offense drove the ball inside the Ashbrook 20 before stalling and turning it over on downs.

The game remained 7-0

until Tyler McIntyre’s TD from 10 yards out pulled the Mountaineers to within one at 7-6 with just over six minutes to play.

KM’s defense was able to hold the Green Wave to three and out, and force a bad snap to the Ashbrook punter as KM took over at the home team’s 20-yard line, with three minutes to go.

TJ Armstrong scored

from one yard out and Armstrong’s two-point conversion pass to William Vaughn made the score 14-7. Two plays later Jayden Watkins’s interception sealed the win for the Mountaineers. Eric Hatten also had an INT.

KM is 8-0 on the season and 6-0 in conference play.

KM is at home on Thursday at 7 p.m. versus Crest for its final game of the year, in a battle of unbeaten teams.

KM XC teams second in Big South, Watts wins individual championship

Kings Mountain High’s cross country teams finished second to South Point in last week’s Big South Conference championship and the Mountaineers’ Isaiah Watts won the individual championship.

Watts took an early lead and never looked back as he controlled the race with a consistent 20-second lead for a final time of 17:54.

Max Thompson and Stuart Cramer’s Jordan Granados were in a photo finish for second at 18:05 with Granados winning by a lean. South Point finished with 39 points, KM had 45, Hunter Huss 81, Crest 113 Forestview 114 and Ashbrook 130.

Also finishing with All-Conference honors for the Mountaineers were Hunter Cruise, who ran eighth with a 19:38 and Marty Lovingood running 16th with a 20:40. Other KM finishes were Nathan Inthavong 21st, Elliot Habel 25th, Nicholas Horn 31st, Luis Cedillo 36th, Nathaniel Kiser 45th, Marcus Williams 46th, Eric Bell 54th and Hayden Huss 57th.

The girls race was a huge surprise as Forestview’s Emily Raspanti finished first in 21:13.71, barely edging out Kings Mountain’s Divinity Ervin with a 21:23.90

Again, South Point poured in the numbers with six All-Conference girls to

win the team championship with 28 points to KM’s 54. Forestview ran third with 57, Crest 96, and Ashbrook 144.

Other Kings Mountain runners making All-Conference were Brooke Waseman with a sixth place finish in 22:58, and Sarah Eagle who was 12th in 23.55. KM’s other finishers were Sindy Ulloa 23rd, Nicole Poston 29th, Kallie Hope 30th, Parker Wilson 32nd, Wren Ballard 40th and Emily Phelps 43rd.

The next race for the Mountaineers will be the NCHSAA West 3A Regional Saturday, October 29 at Freedom High School in Morganton.

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Eric Spicer, former pro basketball standout

Al Wood, Jimmy ‘Smoke’ Brown and Paul Ingram finished second in last week’s Rotary golf tournament. KG Etters, Will Spicer, Eric Moore and Bob Dixon finished first. Photo contributed

Kings Mountain High’s All-Conference cross country runners, left to right, Coach Wilson, Isaiah Watts, Max Thompson, Hunter Cruise, Marty Lovingood, Divinity Ervin, Brooke Waseman, Sarah Eagle and Coach Rayvis Key.

KMHS Athletic Department Good Citizen Award goes to Caroline Ruffalo

The Kings Mountain High School Athletic Department is pleased to announce their newest Good Citizen Caroline Ruffalo.

Caroline is a fourth grader at North Elementary School and she is epitome of an outstanding good citizen. Caroline is helpful, hardworking, considerate and a great friend. She always helps students around her and has a good attitude. She is trustworthy, loving and kind. Every morning, Caro-

line greets everyone with a smile and says “good morning.”

Caroline is successful in the classroom and she is a member of the Cleveland County Book Club. She also excels in volleyball and gymnastics in her spare time.

She loves to hang out with all her brothers and sisters, parents and enjoys helping take care of her one year old niece,Rver Caroline is the daughter of Tom and Sherri Rufalo.

Bethware Elementary School news

By Loretta Cozart

Bethware Elementary School had its first face-toface event for their students and their families since COVID on Thursday, October 20. Staff decorated their cars for Trunk-or-Treat from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Over 300 students came with their families to celebrate the event sponsored by Title 1 and PTO President, Page Ozmore. The school’s next family engagement event will be its Christmas Cruise. More info on that is

On Friday, October 21, from 7:00 a.m. -7:45 a.m., 71 dads returned for All Pro Dads, coordinated by Yvonne Byers. Mrs. Bernadette Byars, Title 1 Teacher at Bethware School said, “I wanted to say a special thank you to Lee Howell, principal and Josh Day, our assistant principal who both started this school year at Bethware.” The next All Pro Dads events are scheduled for November 18, December 16, January 20, February 24, March 24, April 21, and May 19, from 7:00 a.m.

Congratulations to North School’s Fun-Run winners. Pictured L-R: Hunter Griffin(1/2 Mile, 1st Place), Alex Salgado(2 Mile, 1st Place), Coach McDaniel, Aiden Baker(1/2 Mile, 2nd Place), and Addy Bishop (1/2 Mile, 1st Place). Photo Anna Hughes

L-R: pictured holding the plaque is Principal Andrew Ruppe,

All-Pro Dads met at Bethware last Friday morning. Seventy-one fathers participated. (Photos by Bernadette Byars)

Three Hundred parents and students came out for Bethware School’s Trunk-or-Treat on Thursday.