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Former Mayor Scott Neisler filed to run for NC House District 111 on Friday, Dec. 15. (Photo provided)

Neisler files for NC House, District 111 By Loretta Cozart On Friday, December 15, Scott Neisler filed to run with the Cleveland County Board Elections for the NC House of Representatives, District 111 position, which covers parts of Cleveland and Rutherford Counties. Prior to that, he most recently served as Mayor of Kings Mountain for eight years. In an interview, Scott shared his reasons for running for NC House, “I look forward to the next chapter to see what I can do with

the knowledge I’ve gained. I think about the experience I’ve had in the city, with 16 years as mayor and two as a Council member, that gives me a leg up in representing parts of Cleveland County and Rutherford Counties, along with all the municipalities. I have enjoyed serving as mayor of Kings Mountain, and I now look forward to representing all of District 111.” He continued, “Living in Kings Mountain, I have made great connections. I had great networking and See NEISLER, Page 4A

During the December 12 City Council Meeting, Mayor Rob Wagman and City Councilwoman Shearra Miller were sworn into office. Friends and family gathered, beaming with pride as the ceremonies took place. Mayor Rob Wagman was joined by his wife, Sarah Lee Owensby Wagman, and sons Bear and Zion. Sarah Lee’s parents, Chip and Sarah Owensby beamed with pride as they watched Rob become mayor. “To be mayor of my wife's hometown is an extreme honor, especially because long before I became a resident here, my wife touted the reasons why Kings Mountain would always be at the center of her heart. “We have lived so many places from New York City to Los Angeles and so many stops along the way, yet it is the people of this town that have revealed their love and passion for where they live that instilled a desire for me to get involved, be active and now serve this city and its residents in this new and exciting capacity as mayor,” Rob said. “The swearing-in ceremony was humbling, with Gaston County Chairman Chad Brown doing the honors to swear me in before a packed council chamber, including my wife, Sarah Lee, our two children, Bear and Zion, in-laws Chip and Sarah Owensby, and so many other residents who came to support.

Rob Wagman was joined by his family, Sarah Lee Owensby Wagman, and their two sons, Bear and Zion. After the swearing-in ceremony, they were joined by in-laws Sarah and Chip Owensby for a photo. (Photo provided)

Councilwoman Shearra Miller joined by her family during her swearing in ceremony for city council, including the newest member of the family, Cash. (Photo provided) “I am grateful for the Honorable Scott Neisler, who has not only served our city well in his time as mayor but who has made himself available to aid in

this time of learning and transition.” Shearra Beachum Miller was then sworn in as an AtLarge City Council member. Her family joined her

for the ceremony, including her newest family member, Cash. After the ceremony, she shared, “I want to thank See OFFICIALS, Page 4A

City Councilman and Mayor recognized WAA honors 700+ veterans for their service By Loretta Cozart On December 12, the city council and city staff took time to thank outgoing members for their service. As the program began, Mayor Neisler told Keith Miller, “You have been the best councilman I have ever seen. What a wonderful job you have done. You (referring to the city council) will miss him a lot because he digs deep into research and does due diligence as a council member. So, we honor you here tonight. That pin on his lapel is for the Advanced Leadership Corp, where city council members take time out of their private life to learn to be a better council member.” Miller replied, “It has been a great honor and a privilege. I enjoyed almost

every minute of it. What an opportunity to make a difference and contribute. And I am confident you’ll do a great job,” acknowledging Shearra Miller. After returning to their seats, Mayor Neisler added, “And, as I said before, the loss of the council will be the gain for the Housing Authority. Because now you’ve got a door open that will really be something transformational for the Kings Mountain Housing Authority.” City Manager Jim Palenick added, “I have been a city manager for over 37 years and have worked with well over 100 elected officials. Of all those elected officials, one of the most dedicated and committed that I have ever worked for in my entire career has been Mr. Keith Miller.” Next, Councilwoman Annie Thombs recognized See SERVICE, Page 4A

at Mountain Rest Cemetery By Loretta Cozart The Colonel Frederick Hambright DAR Chapter, along with members from GFWC Kings Mountain Woman’s Club, Shelby Civil Air Patrol Composite Squadron, and countless citizens, gathered at Mountain Rest Cemetery at noon on Saturday, December 16, to remember veterans. Simultaneously, more than 4,000 similar ceremonies were being held nationwide. Col. Fredrick Hambright DAR Chapter Regent Robin Meyer began the ceremony promptly at 12 p.m. near the veterans’ section as citizens gathered to remember and honor those who served our country. For example, young people witnessed the importance of this observance as their parents took time during the busy Christmas season to remember

Col. Fredrick Hambright DAR Chapter Regent Robin Meyer welcomes everyone to Wreaths Across America at Mountain Rest Cemetery. Photos by Loretta Cozart and honor those who served our nation. Members from KMHS Future Farmers of America, along with members of the Civil Air Patrol

Composite Squadron, also lead by example. Veterans gathered in groups awaited their turn to participate, laying a wreath

honoring the branch of the armed services in which they served. All branches of the military were honored. See WAA, Page 5A

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■ OBITUARIES

Martin James Negus KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Martin James Negus, 56, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on December 12, 2023 at Atrium Health Pineville in Charlotte, NC. He was born in Detroit, MI, son of the late Albert Edward Negus. Marty was a member of First Baptist Church. He worked for 38 years in the welding and fabrication industry and was employed at Industrial

Ray Anthony Wilson KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Ray Anthony Wilson, 69, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on December 13, 2023 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. He was born in Chester County, SC, son of the late Melvin and Ellen Yarborough Wilson and was preceded in death by his brothers, Steve and Michael Wilson.

Fabricators, Gastonia, NC. Marty excelled in the technical aspects of welding and was often sought out for his expertise and experience. He enjoyed golfing, spending time outdoors hunting and fishing and being around those he cared for. Marty was an accomplished and passionate cook and enjoyed feeding people delicious meals that he had prepared. Marty’s sons were always at the center of his life, and they will never forget the impact he had on them, or the love that was shown by him. He was a wonderful husband, father, son, brother, and friend. His dedication, strength, and love will be missed greatly by all those who knew him. He is survived by his wife of 34 years: Teresa Smith Negus, of the home; sons: Joshua James Negus and Austin Tyler Negus and wife Destiny, both of Kings Mountain, NC; mother: Mary Ann Negus

Katz, Kings Mountain, NC; siblings: Mike Negus (Tina) and Margie Dunlap (Kenny) both of Kings Mountain, NC; best friend and companion, Bandit and several feline companions. Funeral service was held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. John Sloan officiating. Visitation was held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service in the Ladies Parlor at First Baptist Church. Interment was held in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

Ray worked for many years as a heavy equipment mechanic at FMC Lithium and for the City of Kings Mountain as the Safety Risk Manager. He was a former member of East Gold Street Wesleyan Church. In his spare time, Ray enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors working in his yard. He loved to travel with his wife Donna. He especially enjoyed visiting the coast and made many trips to the Gulf in Florida. Ray adored his grandchildren and spent as much time as he could with them. He was a wonderful husband, loving father, and doting grandfather who will be missed eternally by all those who knew him. He is survived by his wife of 50 years: Donna Oliver Wilson, of the home; children: Kevin Ray Wilson and wife Emily, and Tracy Sutton

and husband Stephen, both of Kings Mountain, NC; grandchildren: Austin Wylie, Alex Wilson, Alyssa Wilson, of Kings Mountain, NC, and Jordan Sutton, Charlotte, NC; sister:Donna Wilson (Ziggy Haney) of Florida . Memorial service was held on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Pastor Harold Bumby officiating Visitation was held on Monday, December 18, 2023 from 12:30 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service at Harris Funeral Home. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Porch Pirates plunder packages on Meadowbrook last Wednesday KMPD needs the public’s help The Kings Mountain Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the pictured subject. This occurred on Wednesday, December 13, in the Meadowbrook area. He wore black gloves, a green sweatshirt, red sweatpants, and distinctive grey and white Nike sneakers with a blue or black swoosh. In a second event, the suspect was wearing black gloves, a green sweatshirt with the seven eleven logo on the chest with words down the left sleeve, and red sweatpants, If you see the individual, can identify the person, or have a video of the subject, please contact the Kings Mountain Police Department at 704-7340444.

The photo of the suspect is blurry, but he appears to have dreadlocks. Photos from videos posted by KMPD.

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Missing teen returned home On December 12, the pictured suspect used a counterfeit safe and bill at a local Dollar General. The suspect is a black male of medium build with a mustache and beard. He left in unharmed a dark-colored Dodge truck. If you have any information, please contact Investigator Watterson with Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office at 704-476-3076. Photo by CCSO

NC Booze It & Lose It a NC election poll worker to extend a special thanks campaign now underway

Janice Vernice Glass KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC– Janice Vernice Glass, 82, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on December 17, 2023 at Emerald Gardens Assisted Living in Greenwood, SC. Janice was preceded in death by her husband, Harold M. Glass, Sr.; parents, Baxter and Burzilla Brackett; siblings: Robert Brackett, S.L. Brackett, Ora Carter and Fred Brackett. Janice was the last child of four, born to Baxter and Burzilla Brackett in Lawndale, NC in 1941. She was an A student at Piedmont High School before meeting her husband, Harold Glass and subsequently moving to Kings Mountain where she would raise her family in Christian principles and values. She was a staunch lifetime Republican and worked many long hours in support of James T. Broyhill and others, both locally and nationally for over 30 years. She was

for decades in support of democratic elections. Most of all, she was a beautiful, kindhearted, well-mannered soul who nurtured and ministered to not only her children and grandchildren but also her church and community. She loved to travel, with the beach being one of her favorite places to frequent. She served in every capacity that was possible while a member of Macedonia Baptist Church and loved to sing in the choir. She loved music in general and especially loved many hymns of the Baptist Hymnal. After becoming widowed, she met a very special companion, Dale Whitted, who pretty much spent from breakfast to the end of the Jeopardy game show with her daily. Any time they could, they seized the opportunity to travel from the mountains to the coast along the southeast seaboard to New Orleans. Including the Etta Glass property, Janice and Dale refurbished 5 properties with three being historical and flipped these in support of their adventures together. The world is a little less bright today as her precious soul departed to Heaven to join her parents, siblings, husband Harold M. Glass Sr., daughter, Bridget G. Martin, and many friends that made that journey before her. The family would like

to Sherry Tony and Ann Huffman for keeping Janice comfortable at home; Emerald Gardens Assisted Living Center and Memory Care; Hospice workers Leshown, Virginia, Crystal, and Kim; Mel and KK for their care in her final hours. Donations to Alzheimer’s Association are suggested. She is survived by children: Harold and Cissy Glass, Terry G. Campbell; grandchildren: Harold (Trey) Glass III, Blake Glass, Victoria (Tori) Glass, Lindsey B. and Zach Crawford, Kirsten Martin, Drew Martin, Ariel and David Plath, Alex Martin, and Brody Martin; great Grandchild: Zara Crawford and companion of 30 years: Dale Whitted. Funeral service will be held on Friday, December 22, 2023 at 2:30 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Pastor Dale Lawing officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 22, 2023 from 1:45 PM to 2:30 PM prior to the service at Harris Funeral Home. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

The North Carolina Governor's Highway Safety Program "Booze it & Lose It" campaign has begun and runs through January 2, 2024. Stay on Santa's nice list this holiday season. During the 2022 NC Booze It & Lose It campaign, Cleveland County held 104 patrols, yielding seven DUIs,

11 occupant restraint violations, one criminal violation, and 325 total traffic violations, for a total of 344 traffic and criminal violations. KMPD wants to make this a safe and happy holiday season for everyone, especially you and your reindeer. Stay safe, and don't drink and drive.

On December 14, with the assistance of the Bessemer City Police Department, Amelia Upton was found safe and unharmed. Kings Mountain Police Department thanked the Bessemer City Police Department for their diligent efforts and assistance in helping bring Amelia back home to her family. KMPD also thanked the public and business owners in the community for their tips and assistance in the overall investigation.

Road rage shooting near Lowell over the weekend On December 15, Gaston County Dispatch was notified there was a subject at CaroMont Regional Medical Center suffering from a gunshot wound. The Gaston County Police Officer working at the hospital notified Lowell Police Officers that the shooting likely occurred on 1-85 NB in Lowell. LP officers responded to the hospital and took the initial report from two juvenile victims. It was reported that an unknown suspect and the juvenile victims were engaged in a road rage incident. The suspect pulled their vehicle next to the victim’s vehicle while traveling 1-85 northbound, near exit 22. The suspect pointed a red laser into the passenger area of the victim’s vehicle. The victims heard a loud noise, and the driver’s side window broke. A bullet passed through the driver’s hair, not striking them. However, the bullet struck the passenger on the left shoulder. The victims then drove to CRMC. The suspect and the suspect's vehicle description

are unknown. If anyone was in the area of 1-85 NB Exit 22 around 7:00 pm on December 15 and has infor-

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Hannah Yarborough earns SRO certificate Kings Mountain Police Department congratulated Officer Hannah Yarborough for receiving her School Resource Officers Program Certificate from the North Carolina Justice Academy. To obtain her certificate, SRO Yarborough completed 400 class hours on various law enforcement topics, including school safety. Hannah is the SRO for West Elementary, North Elementary, East Elementary, and Bethware Elementary in Kings Mountain. KMPD Chief Childress asks the community to “Congratulate SRO Yarborough on this outstanding achievement.”

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■ POLICE ARRESTS DEC. 6: Timothy Edward Taylor, 29, 107 Morris Road, warrant, driving while license revoked, $1,000 secured bond. DEC. 8: Michael Lambert, 30, Blacksburg, SC, possession stolen property, felony, $25,000 secured bond. DEC. 10: Karen Peek Lorraina Bridges, 55, 126 Benton Road, possession stolen property, misdemeanor, summoned/ cited. DEC. 10: Monica Mogul, 36, 111 Herman Court, simple assault, no bond. CITATIONS DEC. 6: Elizabeth Mae Irvin, 31, Grover, no number plate, no registration. DEC. 6: Stephan Jamerson, 79, Gastonia, driving on revoked license, fictitious tag. DEC. 7: Joy Lasha Sharda Douglas, 135 Wiggins Lane 16, driving on revoked license. DEC. 7: Vanquailus Tyone Robertson, Shelby, driving while license revoked, no attached tag number. DEC. 8: Keara Sheree Blue-Changley, 30, Charlotte, speeding. DEC. 8: Ronald Lamount Hamrick, 45, 514 Margrace Road, driving while license revoked, fictitious tag, no registration. DEC. 8: Anna Campbell Jones, 35, 504 Plantation Drive, stop sign violation. DEC. 9: George Daniel Mayes, 35, Grover, red light violation. DEC. 9: Kenneth Bradley

Summitt, 47, Gastonia, speeding. DEC. 10: Karen Peek Bridges, 55, 126 Benton Avenue, concealment of goods. DEC. 11: Jonathan Lindsay Melton, 28, 609 Unity Church Road, driving while license revoked, no registration. DEC. 11; Roland Lamberto Acosta, 58, 612 Charles Street 66, no operator’s license. DEC. 11: Patricia Diane Duncan.601 Groves Street, driving while license revoked. DEC. 12: Rachel Darlene Mills, 33, driving while license revoked. INCIDENTS DEC. 10: A resident of West Mountain Street reported theft of a Honda valued at $2,000. DEC. 12: City of Kings Mountain reported theft of a power meter box and wiring to the power meter box on Northwoods Drive. WRECKS DEC. 1: Officer McKinney cited Sidney Arianna Galloway with driving while license revoked and giving fictitious information to an officer after a wreck involving Galloway’s 2008 BMW and a 2013 Nissan operated by Karen Hardin, 1214 Wales Road. Property damage was estimated at $5,000. DEC. 4: Officer Herndon said Ray Gonzales, 1616 Shelby Road, operating a 2006 Mazda, rear-ended a 2022 Mazda operated by Christopher McNeely, 404 Country

Club Estates. The accident happened on US 74 Business. Property damage was estimated at $7,500. DEC. 4: Officer Herndon said Malik Courtland, 803 West King Street 13, operating a 2018 Kia, rear- -ended a 2001 GMC operated by Carolyn Harrelson, 402 Chestnut Ridge Road. The accident happened on Phifer Road. Property damage was estimated at $12,000. DEC. 5: Officer Butler said Douglas Eugene Burton, 102 N. Roxford Road, operating a 1998 Honda, struck a 2015 Honda operated by Drew Martin, 206 West Mountain Street. The accident happened on Mountain Street. Martin was stopped at the stop sign. Property damage was estimated at $2,500. DEC. 8: Officer McKinney said Hobie Parrish, Kannapolis, operating a 2015 Ford, was in the left lane and attempted to merge into the middle lane and struck the 2013 Lexus operated by Shontrell Hopper, Shelby, Property damage was estimated at $1,000. DEC. 8: Officer Earls said Howard Stevenson Inman Jr.,303 Linwood Road, operating a 2006 Toyota was dizzy and hit the fence at his residence, backed up , lost control, entered the roadway and hit the chain link fence at 801 First Street. Property damage was estimated at $5,000.

65 new Driver’s License Examiners assigned to 48 DMV offices The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles today welcomed 65 new driver license examiners to their ranks as part of a biannual graduation ceremony that took place at the DMV headquarters. These 65 employees, following a five-week training program, will be deployed throughout the state to increase service levels at driver's license offices. This class is in addition to 57 employees who graduated in May. DMV Commissioner Wayne Goodwin remains focused on ways to increase the service levels at DMV offices across the state. The primary strategy to accomplish those goals is to add more driver's license examiners. Like many industries nationwide, DMV has faced a staffing shortage that has affected service levels. “In the last two years, we have added over 250 driver license examiners to offices across our great state,” said Goodwin, “We continue working to attract, hire, train, and keep our employees in this challenging labor market. Hiring these additional examiners and introducing more online technology options are helping us shorten

lines and wait times.” Last year, in an effort to hire new employees, the division increased the starting salary for driver license examiners while existing employees received a pay increase. DMV has also implemented additional hiring and retention bonuses. New positions may be added daily, and the application periods typically last for up to a week. In some cases, multiple people can be hired from a single posting. The new examiner and her duty station nearby is Ayesha Smith, who is assigned to Shelby. Tips to Improve Your DMV Experience While DMV continues work to address its staffing shortage, the division offers the following tips for an improved customer experience: • Renew early – Don’t wait until the last minute to renew your driver's license or ID card. DMV sends a reminder card to the address on file six months before the expiration date. Customers can renew at any time during this six-month window. • Renew online – In most cases, unless they renewed online last time, customers can renew their credentials

online. • Make an appointment – Customers with appointments are serviced daily from office opening until 12 p.m. Appointments can be scheduled up to 90 days in advance at skiptheline. ncdot.gov. Again, don’t wait until the last minute. It is not uncommon for the soonest available appointment to be several weeks out. • Walk-in availability – Each full-time driver's license office accepts walk-in customers on weekdays from 12-5 p.m. Part-time and express offices service only walk-in customers. • Be prepared – Check the DMV website to ensure you bring the required documentation for your desired service. One frequently forgotten item is a printed document proving liability insurance. REAL ID – Customers have more time to get their REAL ID as the federal implementation date requiring a REAL ID to fly commercially or to visit federal, military, and nuclear facilities has been moved back to May 7, 2025.

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Scott Neisler drives the Holly Jolly Hayride through downtown Kings Mountain. Photos provided

Holly Jolly Hayride ends on a funny note By Loretta Cozart As the city’s holiday events wrapped up last weekend, Scott Neisler shared a funny story about the Holly Jolly Hayride, his

NEISLER From Page 1A could ask the opinions of other municipalities. Through networking as mayor, I got to know a lot of members of the general assembly and eventually became President of the League of Municipalities. With that, we started a caucus of former city elected officials who worked together to discuss issues and solve problems by working together.” “There’s a great deal of variation in District 11. While we are getting a lot of economic development in certain areas, other parts of

OFFICIALS From Page 1A Scott Neisler and Keith Miller for their service to our city. Few people understand the courage it takes to run for elected office, and even fewer know what it is like to serve in this capacity. Elections can bring change, but I’m sure that their hearts

contribution to the holiday celebration in Kings Mountain this year. He said, "I drove the tractor for three weekends, and the story took place on the last night. I had a goat

aboard the hayride, and he started eating the seats. I couldn’t get him off the trailer. Turns out, the ride was paradise for a goat!” Luckily, the seating was made with bales of hay.

Cleveland and Rutherford Counties are very much into Agribusiness, and we need to support that just as much as we do the other economic development initiatives.” He said, “The biggest thing I bring to the table is my connections in Raleigh; I already know many General Assembly members because they have been former city officials. That gives me a leg up. It’s not like I’d walk into the chamber and not have connections. I think that’s a plus. We’ve had a strong voice in Raleigh, and I want that to continue.”

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for Kings Mountain will not change. “I also want to thank my family, my friends, and those who had confidence in me to be able to fill this position. I look forward to working with the other council members, City staff, and all of you to make our great city even better. I am excited about the future, and I thank you for allowing me to help lead and guide Kings Mountain.”

From Page 1A Scott Neisler, saying, “We honor you here tonight, and I can sincerely say that you have been a mayor for all citizens, not just some, with unwavering dedication. I have never seen someone with such zeal for the City of Kings Mountain. So, the city council and staff members take this opportunity to express our gratitude for your leadership. To name a few, you were active in promoting the City of Kings Mountain and Kings Mountain development; active in local and regional mayor’s associations; leadership in transportation, both local and regional; congratulations on the $500K grant we were awarded to locate and identify local rail routes; volunteer work on Christmas lights, work with the Christmas Festival, including the Holly Jolly Hayride, and making yourself available to attend religious and civic celebrations. Most notably, statewide Mayor Scott Neisler, you served on the board of directors for the North Carolina League of Municipalities and made us very proud as a city and set us right up there at Number 1, which culminated as you being sworn in as President

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On Friday, December 8, at approximately 5:30 pm, Gaston County Police Animal Care and Enforcement received a call from the 700 block of South Point Road Belmont, NC 28012, in reference to a raccoon that was whining, appeared to be having trouble moving and hiding under the resident’s porch. The raccoon also bit a resident. Animal Care and Enforcement Specialists investigated the incident and impounded the raccoon on December 8. The raccoon was sent to the NC Laboratory of Public Health in Raleigh when the See RABIES, page 8A during the 2022-2023 term for the NC League of Municipalities Annual Conference, CityVision held in Wilmington, NC in April 2022 to showcase Kings Mountain at a statewide leadership. But, most importantly, Scott, you possess a true heart for the City of Kings Mountain and its citizens, and we are really going to miss you.” He was presented with a scrapbook, but together by the staff of Mauney Memorial Library, and a personalized gavel. “I just want to thank everyone, especially those working for the City of Kings Mountain. I have enjoyed my relationship with everybody I’ve worked with during the last eight years and the eight years before that when we struggled. The greatest asset of the city is the employees who represent us every single day,” Neisler said. “It has been a wonderful pleasure to have been the spokesperson to represent the City of Kings Mountain. We have the best place on the face of this earth. We have done well; we have done great things, too numerous to mention. I want to thank you so much for the experience of being your mayor for the last eight years.”

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The schedule for the regular work sessions and council meetings of the City Council for the City of Kings Mountain is adopted at the regular December meeting each year. The meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. and are held in Council Chambers at City Hall, 101 West Gold Street, Kings Mountain, NC. The schedule for 2024 is as follows: • Thursday, January 11 • Tuesday, January 30 • Thursday, February 8 • Tuesday, February 27 • Thursday, March 14 • Tuesday, March 26 • Thursday, April 11 • Tuesday, April 30 • Thursday, May 9 • Tuesday, May 28 • Thursday, June 13 • Tuesday, June 25 • Thursday, July 11 • Tuesday, July 30 • Thursday, August 8 • Tuesday, August 27 • Thursday, Sept. 12 • Tuesday, September 24 • Thursday, October 10

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• Tuesday, November 26 • Tuesday, December 10 The Regular Work Sessions and Council Meetings listed above are live-streamed and may be found on the “City Council” page on the City’s website at www.cityofkm.com. Citizens may address the Council during the appropriate times, as defined on the agenda for the Regular Council Meetings. Sign-up sheets are available at the table located in the lobby for those who wish to speak. The City of Kings Mountain would like to ensure that people with disabilities have the ability to access its meetings, programs, and activities. Should you require assistance to participate in a meeting of the City of Kings Mountain City Council, please contact the City Clerk at least 5 business days before the event.

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All branches of the military were honored during the ceremony. Photos by Loretta Cozart

American Legion Auxiliary member Kathy Hambright receives her loved one’s wreath.

KMHS FFA members volunteer to place wreaths and remember those who served our nation.

Councilman Dave Allen, Mayor Rob Wagman, and Scott Neisler helped place wreaths.

Civil Air Patrol Squadron gathers after the laying of wreaths.

Volunteers fan out across the veteran’s section to honor all veterans interred there.

This small gesture from the community each December reminds Veteran Steve Gregg places the Scott Neisler honors CE Neisler, Air National Guard Recruit Russell Mayor Rob Wagman addresses the the community of our veterans Army wreath. crowd gathered, recognizing the impor- and their service and the imporJr. Putnam plays Taps. tance of service to others during the hol- tance of remembering that freedom is not free. iday season.

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spoke to the crowd and thanked them for participating, noting their willingness to honor veterans by taking time from their busy lives to perform this small but significant gesture of devotion.

After the ceremony, those in attendance took wreaths to the veteran’s section near the cross, pausing at each marker to recite the veteran’s name aloud, thanking them for their service, and placing

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the wreath of remembrance. This continued until more than 700 veteran’s names were read aloud. Some attended to personally thank a friend or family member for their service. They stood in line to receive their wreath(s), then walked to their loved one’s graveside to share their personal gratitude. No, freedom is not free. As you drive through the luminaries on Christmas Eve, remember the veterans there. Each wreath represents a veteran, and only 700 of the 1,300 who reside at the cemetery were honored. Perhaps next year, we can honor them all. Wreaths Across America currently offers a wreath match, doubling the number of wreaths purchased through January 16. By scanning the QR code, you can double the number of wreaths purchased. The cost is $17 each, but you will get 2 for 1 before the January 16 deadline. Wreaths may be purchased online at https:// wreathsacrossamerica.org/ NC0200P. If you prefer to

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Christmas is Great Joy In Luke 2:10 a hunting trip to we read: “And Alaska?” She the angel said replied, “I would unto them, Fear miss you!” not: for, behold, Of all the I bring you tidwonderful promings of great joy, ises contained which shall be to in the Christmas all people.” story, the one that A husband is often missing asked his wife the most is that about celebrating Pastor Ron Caulder of “great joy.” Eastside Baptist their anniversary How many peoby going bear ple do you meet hunting in Alaska. who would de“We can sleep in tents and scribe their life as being full enjoy God’s beautiful cre- of great joy? Yet, that is the ation. No cell phones. No proclamation the angels made TV. No shopping. Just you to the shepherds. The Savior and me sweetie!” She said, of the world would bring great “I’m not sure that’s what I news of great joy for all peohad in mind for our anni- ple. The Angels declared joy. versary.” He asked, “Well, The wise men were filled with what would you miss most on joy. Mary and Joseph were

amazed with joy. Even as the Shepherds returned to their flock, they returned rejoicing in their hearts. Even John the Baptist leaped for joy in his mother’s womb when Mary told Elizabeth that she would give birth to the Christ-Child. We could prepare a long list of all the reasons people give for the lack of joy in their lives. Some of the categories include such things as sickness, stress, some secret sin, suffering, some addiction, set-backs and the general presence of sin in the world. One important aspect of the shepherd’s story that we must consider before identifying some key factors of joy is the unchanging circumstances of their lives. When they returned after seeing baby

Jesus, they were still financially poor. They were still considered the lowest class of the social structure of their day. Sheep still smelled bad and required constant care. They returned to the same families they had before Jesus was born, but they rejoiced! Their response illustrates a secret joy that so many people miss. While circumstances may contribute to joy, they do not control our joy. One of the most important keys to access the joy contained in Christ is understanding our personal significance to God. The Scriptures warn against thinking too highly of ourselves, but we must also understand who God created us to be. No one is an accident. The late Ethel Waters,

Wednesday, December 20, 2023 former actress and soloist for the Billy Graham crusades used to say, “God don’t make no junk!” God created each of us with a purpose. Notice what the angel said, “For unto you.” Imagine what this truth meant to the shepherds. God’s amazing love was for them. They may not make the front page of the Kings Mountain Herald, but they made it into the pages of Holy Scripture! They were special because of God’s love for them. God cared for them. He was their Shepherd! And even as He cared for these shepherds long ago, He loves and cares for you and me, for everyone. His ultimate act of love and care was shown in the giving of His only begotten Son who would later lay down His life for our sins on the Cross. Let us also rejoice and be glad!

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Kings Mountain Area Church Directory Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 102 Canterbury Road 704-730-7855

Good Hope Presbyterian Church 105 N. Cansler Street 704-739-1062

Faith Ablaze Church 1128 S. York Road 704-739-8496

Grace Fellowship 144 West Mountain Street 704-481-8888

Faith Baptist Church 1009 Linwood Road Faith Holiness Church Hwy. 161/ Bessemer City Rd. 704-739-1997 Family Worship Center 1818 Shelby Road 704-739-7206 First Baptist Church 605 W. King Street 704-739-3651

First Presbyterian Church 107 E King St. • Kings Mountain Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171 Anew Beginning Baptist Church 145 Battleground Dr. 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

Christ The King Catholic Church 714 Stone Street 704-487-7697

Dixon Presbyterian Church 602 Dixon School Road dixonpresbyterian.com

Carson Memorial Baptist Church 262 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-2247

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

East Gold Street Wesleyan Church 701 E. Gold Street 704-739-3215

Central 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

Connections Church 306 N. Piedmont Ave. 704-750-4972 Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-689-4430 Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477 Crowders Mountain Baptist 125 Mayberry Lane 704-739-0310 David Baptist Church 2300 David Baptist Ch. Rd. 704-739-4555

East Kings Mountain Church of God Hwy 161, Bessemer City/ KM Hwy. 704-739-7367 Eastside Baptist Church 308 York Road 704-739-8055 Ebenezer Baptist Church 1621 County Line Road 704-739-8331 El Bethel United Methodist Church 122 El-bethel Road 704-739-9174

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Notice: In order to accommodate the number of churches in our communities, we will print two alternating lists of churches each week. If you don’t see the church you’re looking for, be sure to check next week.

First Church of the Nazarene 121 Countryside Road 704-734-1143 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 Gloryland Missionary Baptist Church 101 Benﬁeld Rd. 704-740-7212 Gospel Assembly Church 202 S. Railroad Avenue 704-739-5351

Grace United Methodist Church 830 Church Street 704-739-6000 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 King’s City Church 1128 York Road 704-739-8496 Lighthouse Ministries 1908 Shelby Rd. Kings Mountain Long Creek Presbyterian Church 701 Long Creek Road 704-629-4406 Love Valley Baptist Church 2032 Bethlehem Road 704-730-0075 Macedonia Baptist Church 1101 S. Battleground Avenue 704-739-6811

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Hearts and Hands Ministry donate prayer wraps in memory of Linda Rome

Connie Phifer Savell, Good Citizen Chairman for the Colonel Frederick Hambright Chapter presents Melia Arden Myers, daughter of Shelby and Jason Myers, the Kings Mountain High School DAR Good Citizen pin for 2023. Photo by Connie Savell

January Library news By Mari Slaughter Mauney Memorial Library has the following events scheduled for January. The library is at 100 S. Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. For the latest in library news and events, visit www. mauneylibrary.org. The library will be closed in observance of Christmas, Saturday through Tuesday, December 23 through December 26, and for the New Year’s Day Observance, Saturday through Monday, December 30 through January 1, 2024. Afternoon Adventures with Judy Ford (Ages 6-12) Thursday, January 11th 3:30 - 4:30 pm Library Storytime in Person (preschoolers) Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:30-11:30 am, Library Community Room . Come to the library to enjoy a story, music, and a take-home craft with Miss. Anne. Learn Grow Play (preschoolers) Fridays 10:00-11:30 am, Library Community Room. Play in centers, then enjoy a story, music, and a take-home craft with Miss. Anne. Sew a “Burrito” Pillowcase (Registration Required) (Adults Only) Wednesday, January 17th 3:00 – 5:00 pm, Library Community Room Learn to sew your own pillowcase with French seams in this beginner-friendly class! Advance Care Directive Workshop (Registration Required) (Adults Only) Monday, January 22nd 3:00 – 5:00 pm, Library Community Room, Free opportunities to review and

notarize your Health Care Power of Attorney and Living Will forms. Most of us hope we will always be independent, healthy and in control of our own lives. But a sudden accident or serious illness can take away that freedom. When that happens, our loved ones are asked to make medical choices for us. Take control of your future care with an advance directive. Think about it. Talk about it. Write it down. At our workshop, trained instructors will provide information about advance care planning and will walk you through the Health Care Power of Attorney and Living Will documents. You will have the opportunity to have all your questions answered and learn what steps to take next. “What’s It Worth?” Antique Appraisals with Mike Ivankovich (Registration Required) (Adults Only) Wednesday, January 24th 1:00 – 3:00 pm, Library Community Room, Author, auctioneer, appraiser, and radio show host Mike Ivankovich will introduce you to “What Determines Value” and reveal what your antiques, collectibles, and personal treasures are really worth today. This program will be simultaneously presented in person and through Zoom. Each attendee is invited to bring in or virtually present 1-2 items for Mike to appraise. Lego Club (ages 6-12) Third Thursday of every month, 3:30-4:30 pm, Library Community Room. Free build and participate in group projects; snacks provided. Technology Assistance Make an appointment at 704-739-2371

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Within two months, members of Hearts and Hands, a women’s ministry of Kings Mountain’s First Baptist Church, have crocheted 21 prayer wraps and donated them to Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute/Shelby in memory of Linda Rome who was a founding member of the group. She gave her time and talents to bring joy and comfort to others and was an inspiration to many. Hearts and Hands is a ministry that began in March 2019 and only requires loving hearts and working hands to knit, crochet, share patterns, and be an encourager or motivator to one another. Members range in age from teens to senior adults. Pictured right: (front row, seated) Kathy Haynes, Myra Lamberth, Kim Rome Brooks, JoAnne Haynes and Merle Hoppes. Standing, back row: Dianna Allen, Diane Wampler, Gloria Carpenter, Barbara McCall, Ann Martin, Vickie Homesley, Anna Owens, Rachel Howell, Norma Atkinson, Henny Gonzales and Betsy Tessneer. (Photo provided)

Patrick Senior Center January events The Patrick Center is a SHIIP site and can help with Medicare questions and check to see if you qualify for Extra Help with your drug costs. We can also assist with transportation, loan equipment, incontinence supplies, nutritional supplements, and other services. Please call the center at 704-734-0447 for more information or to sign up for programs. Programs are open to people ages 55 and up unless otherwise noted. The Patrick Center will be closed on Monday, January 1 for New Years Day; January 15, for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day; Monday, February 19, for President’s Day; and Friday, March 29, for Good Friday. January 2023 Special Events: Technology Presentation (by Trey from Mauney Memorial Library): Monday, January 8, 10-11 am. Learn more about library resources. Dementia Presentation by Senior TLC: Tuesday, January 9, 11 am-12 pm. Also available via Facebook Live) Please call the center to RSVP. Paint Class with Kathy: Thursday, January 11, 5:308:00 pm. All supplies provided. Sign up and pay the $20 fee at the front desk before January 4. Diabetes Education and Support Group (Sponsored by Hopscotch Primary Care): Tuesday, January 16, 9:30-11 am. Join us to learn about the management and treatment of Diabetes. Crafts with Mary Ann: Monday, January 22, 11:30 am12:30 pm. The project will be painting a tote bag. Please sign up and pay $8 fee at the front desk. AARP Safety Driving Class: Tuesday, January 23, 9 am-1 pm. Participants will receive reminders on safety, defensive driving, and more. The course costs $20 for AARP members and $25 for nonAARP members. Red Cross Blood Drive: Tuesday, January 23, 10 am2:30 pm. Please call Karen at the center to schedule an appointment. New Member Meet and Greet: Wednesday, January 24, 11 am-12 pm. If you’re a new member within the last six months, you are invited to have lunch with us and learn about the center. Please call to RSVP. Art Night with Janie: Thursday, January 25, 5:157:15 pm. Sign up and pay the $20 fee at the front desk by the Thursday before the class. All supplies provided. Senior Games Kick-Off: Friday, January 26, 10-11 am. Pick up your Senior Games and/or Silver Arts packet. Please call the center to sign up. Trip to Southern Arts Society, the KM Historical Mu-

seum, and Italian Garden: Tuesday, January 30, 10 am-2 pm. Join us to tour our culturally rich city. The cost is $2 for the bus fee. Sign up and pay at the front desk. Electric Car Presentation: Wednesday, January 31, 2-3 pm. Learn about the advantages, disadvantages, and differences of electric, hybrid, and engine vehicles. Ongoing Activities at the Patrick Center Ceramics: Mondays, 9:3011:30 am. Facebook Chat: Mondays, 10-10:45 am. (Online via Facebook) Seniors in Motion: Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays, 10:30 am-11:30 am. Suggested donation of $1 per class for non-YMCA members. Quilting: Mondays, 12:30-3 pm. Beginner Quilting: Thursdays, 10 am-12 pm & 1-3 pm. Intermediate Line Dance (Dance Floor Rockers): Mondays, 1-3 pm. Intermediate Line Dance (Southern Class): Thursdays, 10-11:30 am. Beginner Line Dancing: Mondays, 11:30-12:30 pm. Clogging: Mondays, 3:304:30 pm & Thursdays, 12:30-

1:30 pm. Knitting: Tuesdays, 8:3010:30 am. Veterans Meeting: 1 st Tuesdays, 9-10 am. Bible History: Tuesdays, 10-11 am. Monthly Birthday Celebration: 4th Tuesdays, 10-11 am. REFIT Dance Exercise: Tuesdays, 11 am-12 pm. Basic Sewing Class: Tuesdays, 11 am-2 pm. Volunteer Meeting: 3 rd Tuesdays, 12:15-1 pm. Chair Volleyball: Tuesdays, 1-3 pm and Fridays, 12-2 pm. Canasta: Tuesdays, 1-3 pm. Tai Chi for Arthritis: Wednesdays, 9-10am. Jewelry Class: Wednesdays, 10-11am. Chair Yoga: Wednesdays, 11:45-12:45 pm. ($3 Fee). Dutch Lunch Bunch: 2nd Wednesdays. January 10 – The Hoot Nannie in Forest City. Please sign up at the Front Desk and pay $2 bus fee. Blood Pressure Check: 1st Wednesdays, 10-11:30 am. Food Giveaway: 3 rd Wednesdays, 1-2:30 pm. Please call to sign up each month. Book Club by Mari with

Mauney Memorial Library: 4th Wednesdays, 1-2 pm at the Patrick Center. Please call Mari at 704-739-2371 for more information. Healthy Lifestyles Class: Thursdays, 8-9:30 am. Gentle Exercise: Thursdays, 9:30-10:15 am. Bingo: Thursdays, 10:30-11:15 am. Peaceful Painting: Thursdays, 12-1 pm. Try relaxation through painting. The class is free, but please bring your own multimedia book. Bridge: 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 1-4 pm. Coffee & Conversation: Fridays, 8:30-10 am. Dulcimer Jam: Fridays, 9-10am. Chorus: Fridays, 10-11 am. Friday Lunch: Fridays, 11 am-12 pm. Call to sign up by Thursday at Noon. Cost is $4. WII Bowling League: Fridays, 12-1 pm.

Ping Pong/Corn Hole: Fridays, 12-2 pm. Shred Truck: The Truck will be here on January 3 to shred onsite, but you can bring your items to be shredded at any time the center is open and put them in the locked bins in the lobby.

(Ed. Note: The recipes in today’s Cooking Corner are from “Star Spangled Recipes” by American Legion Auxiliary of North Carolina.) PASTA SALAD Helen Smith 16 oz. Mueller’s tri-color rotini 16 oz. garden peas, frozen 16 oz. Ranch dressing 8 oz. boiled ham, cut into small pieces Cook pasta per directions on box, drain and chill with cold water. Cook garden peas in water for 3 or 4 minutes. Drain and chill with cold water. Mix rotini, peas, ham, and Ranch dressing. Chill and enjoy. WATERGATE SALAD Laura Snell 1 large can crush pineapple 1 cup miniature marshmallows 1 small Jell-O pistachio pudding 1 cup pecans 1 large Cool Whip Mix by hand all ingredients. Chill several hours.

CHRISTMAS SALAD Sue Gooch 1 bag miniature marshmallows 1 pint whipping cream, whipped 2 med. apple, chopped 1 lb. whole cranberries, chopped 1 cup sugar 1 cup walnuts, chopped Mix marshmallows, cranberries, and sugar. Refrigerate overnight. Next morning: Mix all ingredients. Chill 2 hours before serving. QUICK CHICKEN Marie Currie 4 chicken breasts 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 cup Pepperidge Farm dressing 1/4 cup wine or pineapple juice 4 slices Swiss cheese ½ stick margarine, melted

Mix dressing and melted butter. Set aside. Place chicken in greased pan. Cover with cheese slices. Pour soup and wine/juice mixture over chicken and cheese. Sprinkle top with dressing. Bake at 350 degrees for 5 minutes. NUT FRUIT CAKE Minnie Hughes 1 ½ lb. dates, crushed 1 lb. Candied pineapple 4 eggs 2 lbs. pecan halves 1/2 tsp. salt 1 lb. candied cherries 2 tsp. baking powder 1 cup sugar 2 cups plain flour Sift flour, baking powder and salt over dates, cherries, and pineapple. Beat eggs and sugar together; pour over all and blend well. Add pecans and mix well. (May have to use your hands.) Prepare pans with Pam. Bake at 275 degrees for 1 ½ hours. Makes 2 9x5 loaves.

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Walmart holds food drive for Patrick Senior Center

Walmart Neighborhood Market in Kings Mountain recently held a Holiday Food Drive for the Patrick Senior Center. On December 14, Walmart Manager Justin Delph and members of his crew delivered the generous supply of food which will be distributed at the center’s upcoming monthly food giveaway. Walmart also donated 100 reusable bags for the giveaway as well. The Patrick Center is thankful for the partnership with Walmart and other community partners who help meet the needs of seniors in the Kings Mountain area. (photos provided)

GCPD investigates attempted larceny from motor vehicle On Sunday, December 10, at 3:41 p.m., this pictured suspect attempted to enter vehicles inside Beam Construction Company's fenced lot at 2965 Tryon Courthouse Road in Bessemer City, N.C. The suspect is possibly a white male, thin build, who was wearing a black, hooded, zip-up sweatshirt with red letters on the front, red sweatpants with white lettering on the leg, black boots or black high-top tennis shoes, a red patterned sling style backpack and what appears to be a camouflage fanny pack or pocket in the front. The suspect fled on foot when the reporting person announced over the surveillance equipment that law enforcement officers were en

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Fresh Express has issued a voluntary recall of a Fresh Express Spinach, 8 oz. size, and use-by date of December 15, and Publix Spinach, 9 oz size, and use-by date of December 14 due to a potential health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. The two recalled spinach items were distributed to retailers in seven states: • Fresh Express Limited Product Recall December 15 for Fresh Express Spinach in 8 oz. bags with UPC 0 71279 13204 4, and a Bag Code of G332. It was distributed in AL, FL, GA, NC, and VA. • A second recall was issued for Publix Spinach on December 14, in 9 oz. bags, with UPC 0 41415 00886 1 and Bag Code G332. It was distributed in AL, FL, GA, NC, SC, TN, and VA. Product codes are located on the front of the packages below the use-by dates. Photos are provided for ease of identifying the products. No illnesses are reported in connection with the recall, and no other Fresh Express products are being recalled. The recall was initiated after routine sampling conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture yielded a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in a single

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KM Mountaineers open Big South with 82-45 win over Stuart Cramer Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers opened Big South 3A Conference play Friday night at Parker Gym with an 82-45 victory over Stuart Cramer. The Mountaineers got off to a 13-9 first quarter lead and were never headed. They were up 35-18 at the half and 59-30 going into the fourth quarter. Twelve different players scored for the Mountaineers and four were in double figures. Caleb Nixon had 12 points and four rebounds, Tucker Robinette 12 points, J’myun Huskey 10 points, seven rebounds and three steals, and Jordan Floyd 10 points. Stuart Cramer was led by Makhi Brown with nine points and Taelan Whitley with eight points and seven rebounds. Stuart Cramer won the girls game 70-30. The Storm was up 22-11 after the first quarter, 36-16 at the half and 54-23 going into the fourth quarter. Wamack led the visitors with 25 points and Farri

Martin scored 14 for the Lady Mountaineers. In non-conference action last week, the Mountaineers defeated Shelby 65-50 after the Shelby girls won the opener 39-34. Bradley Floyd led the Mountaineers with 21 points and 10 rebounds and Caleb Nixon scored 13. It was Floyd’s second straight double-double night as he had scored 21 points and dished out 10 assists the previous Saturday against East Lincoln. Shelby jumped out front 16-12 after the first period but KM began taking control in the second quarter and went into the break up 31-24. The Mountaineers led 48-36 going into the fourth period. The Shelby girls jumped out front 11-6 after the first period and led 18-14 at the half and 27-22 going into the fourth period. Farri Matin led the Lady Mountaineers with nine points. GIRLS GAME KM (34) – Martin 9, Pettis 2, A. Bridges 5, Woo-

ten 4, M. Bridges 4, Dixon-Velez 4, Fleming 4. S (39) – Dee 12, Kennedy 2, Damani 8, Jamiah 9, Kamauri 8. BOYS GAME KM (65) –Floyd 21, Nixon 13, Linney 9, Robinette 8, Floyd 8, Huskey 6. S (50) – Morgan 17, London 15, Down 9, McGill 4, Smith 3, Hollifield 2. GIRLS GAME KM (30) – Miller 1, Martin 14, Pettis 6, Bridges 1, Smith 2, Dixon-Felez 2, Williams 4. SC (70) – Franklin 2, Wamack 25, Lee 4, Barajas 7, Black 2, Holland 23, McGinnis 2, McDowell 2, Humphrey 3. BOYS GAME KM (82) – Robinette 12, Lindsay 4, McClain 4, Nixon 12, Floyd 8, Maddox 2, Linney 7, Floyd 10, Toms 7, Foster 4, Huskey 10, Cole 2.

Pictured L-R: Emmanuel Ortiz, Jaelen Culp and Lucas Davis. (Photo provided)

Varner, Culp finish first in wrestling Kings Mountain High’s Will Varner and Jaelen Culp won their weight division in Saturday’s Al Kessie Individual Tournament. The Mountaineers had 10 wrestlers in the 23-team field and finished fifth with 113 points. KM’s Emmanuel Ortiz finished second and Lucas Davis third. Will Varner (left) with his Dad.

KM men second, women third in Reindeer Games Indoor meet Three students competed in the National Cyber League during the fall semester. They are shown above with their faculty coaches. Pictured left to right: Steven Menjivar, Lanni Newton (coach), Steven Henry, Rodney Cobb (coach/instructor), and Dakota Woods. (photo provided)

Cyber security students hone skills through competition Part of the training for students in Cleveland Community College’s Associate in Applied Science in Information Technology – Cyber Security program is to compete in the National Cyber League (NCL). The NCL is a virtual training ground that allows students to test themselves against cyber security challenges that they are likely to see during their professional careers. Three cyber security students competed in the NCL during the 2023 fall semester. Two of them became eligible to apply for scholarships because of their participation and the fact that their team scored above a certain level. “There is an expectation in the industry that students who are pursuing cyber as a career compete in various cyber competitions,”

said Susan Randall, instructor and department chair of computer information technology. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 32% job growth rate in cyber security jobs over the next 10 years. This is not surprising given that technology is evolving quickly, and hackers are getting smarter. Businesses, healthcare centers, educational institutions and other organizations need cyber security professionals who know how to protect their data. Students in the cyber security program participate in the NCL’s individual games and team games. In the competitions, students test their skills against others who are pursuing cyber security as a career. They work to solve challenges such as

identifying hackers from forensic data, auditing vulnerable websites and recovering from ransomware attacks. This was the first year CCC and its students had competed in the NCL. The students met with instructors to study and prepare for this event. The instructors answered questions and showed them how to use various types of software. In addition, students worked in the NCL’s cyber gym, where they practiced and prepared for competitions. The College plans to continue this process for future competitions. “The feedback from the students who participated was positive, and students who did not participate this year plan to do so in the spring,” said Randall.

Kings Mountain High’s men’s track team finished second and the women third in the 10thannual Reindeer Games Indoor Track and Field meet last week at Polk County High School. Normally, Coach Rayvis Key said that scores are not kept for indoor meets but this one offered awards so they were kept. Leading the Mountaineer men and qualifying for his second event at the state meet was Max Thomposn in the 1000 meter run. He battled

Logan Russso of Franklin down to the line with Thompson winning by .01 of a second. Other first place finishers for the Mountaineers included Tyler McIntyre in the triple jump with a jump of 37’8.5” and the 4x200 relay consisting of Barry Moore, Darreon Dixon, Josiah Hill and Malcolm Carter. Hunter Cruise also qualified for the state meet with an 11-foot pole vault. Leading the Kings Mountain women was freshman

Zaniah Field with a second place in the long jump (15’10”), third in the 55 high hurdles and fourth in the 55 dash. Other notable performances were new female pole faulter Alanna Snelson clearing 7’6” and freshman Zarya Roary who finished fifth in the shot put with a throw of 24’11”. The Indoor track and field teams’ next meet is at home on January 11.

Foundation supports future healthcare professionals The Cleveland Community College Foundation received a $20,000 gift from the HealthCare Foundation of Cleveland County to name and endow CCCF’s Allied Health Emerging Needs fund. “We are extremely grateful for the HealthCare Foundation of Cleveland County’s support of our students. Having access to this fund for an unanticipated expense could be the difference between a student’s dropping out and graduating,” said Dr. Jason Hurst, president of Cleveland Community College. The HealthCare Foundation of Cleveland County

Left to right: HealthCare Foundation of Cleveland County Executive Director Dick Baker, HealthCare Foundation of Cleveland County Board Chair Dr. Mike Barringer, CCC President Dr. Jason Hurst and CCC Foundation Executive Director Mary Carlson. (photo provided) Endowed Allied Health Emerging Needs Fund provides need-based assistance

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North Elementary School’s 12 Days of Christmas By Loretta Cozart North Elementary School in Kings Mountain had various events to celebrate the holiday season. The school held a Christ-

mas musical for its 3rd and 4th Graders. They also celebrated the 12 Days of Christmas by dressing in different holiday outfits. One class decorated gingerbread houses.

First graders visited Central Services and made ornaments to hang on the Christmas tree. Second graders visited Summit Place and sang Christmas Carols.

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Catawba Two Kings Casino donates $15,000 in toys for local Toys for Tots campaign Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain has donated hundreds of toys – valued at $15,000 – to two regional Toys for Tots organizations to provide holiday toys to deserving children in York and Cleveland counties. The casino, owned and managed by the Catawba Nation, purchased $3,000 worth of toys, casino consultant Delaware North purchased $5,000 worth of toys, and Gaming Capital Group, which supplies gaming machines to the casino, purchased $3,000 worth of toys – all of which was supplemented with toys donated by casino employees and patrons. Over the last several weeks, the casino encouraged employees and patrons by entering them

in prize drawings if they donated a new toy. This is the third consecutive year that the casino and Delaware North have coordinated the Toys for Tots drive at the casino. Jennifer Elberson, director of marketing for the casino, oversaw the drive's promotion with donation boxes placed at the casino. The donation on Dec. 11 at the casino was coordinated with regional representatives of the Cleveland County (N.C.) and York County (S.C.) Toys for Tots organizations and the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, which operates the program nationwide. “What a great opportunity to serve both York County, South Carolina,

Employees of Catawba Two Kings Casino gathered with representatives of two local Toys for Tots organizations on Dec. 11 as the casino donated hundreds of donated and purchased toys for local children. Shown in front, left to right, are Jeff Tanguay, York County Toys for Tots; Jennifer Elberson, the casino’s director of marketing; Trent Troxel, vice president of the Catawba Nation Gaming Authority; and Tom Fargus, Cleveland County Toys for Tots. Photo provided Troxel, vice president of the Catawba Nation Gaming Authority.

and Cleveland County with this Toys for Tots presentation,” said Trent

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23 E 835 All persons, firms, and corporations having claims against RICHARD PANNY COBB, late of HORRY County, South Carolina, are hereby notified to present them to Charles Wesley Cobb, Ancillary Executor of the decedent’s estate, in care of Linville Law Office, PLLC, 7421 Carmel Executive Park, Suite 214, Charlotte, NC 28226, on or before the 25th day of March, 2024, 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 above named Ancillary Executor, in care of Linville Law Office, PLLC, 7421 Carmel Executive Park, Suite 214, Charlotte, NC 28226.

Having qualified on 14th of December, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of CATHERINE LEDBETTER LONG, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Charles Spencer Long, Executor on or before the 20th of March, 2024, or this 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 20th day of December, 2023.

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LEGAL NOTICE Collector’s Notice to Creditors File No.: 23-E-945 ALL PERSONS, ﬁrms and corporations having claims against Roy Franklin Keeney, deceased, of Cleveland County, N.C., are notiﬁed to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before March 20, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. Debtors of the decedent are asked to make immediate payment. This 20th day of December 2023. Derinda Ann Rodriguez, Collector c/o Deborah A. McDermott Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan, L.L.P. P.O. Box 2611, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27602-2611 KMH (12/20, 12/27/2023, 1/3, 1/10/2024)

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A Pre-Bid Conference is scheduled on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at 2:00 PM. The meeting will address project-speciﬁc questions, issues, bidding procedures, and bid forms. The Pre-Bid will take place at the Cleveland County Administrative Building, 311 E. Marion Street, Shelby NC, 28150. Any bid package that does not open on January 16, 2024, will be rebid on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 2:00 pm, at the Cleveland County Administrative Building, 311 E. Marion Street, Shelby NC, 28150 immediately thereafter a public bid opening and read for the furnishing of labor, materials, and equipment for the Cleveland County Justice Center.

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Front row, L-R: Melissa Sweezy, Dr. Mike Barringer, Dr. Jason Hurst, Mary Carlson, Kasey Dorsey and Anna Grace Winn. Back row, L-R: Dick Baker, Bill Turpish, Dr. Bruce Mack, Steve Padgett, Dr. Christina Hill and Anne Wise. (photo provided) in Cleveland pital Foundation, Inc., FOUNDATION resources County, and we think it’s was established to support Christmas is God’s From Page 1B allied health programs. Funds may be used to pay tuition, buy books and supplies, or cover other expenses that could prevent a student from completing a program. “We are very excited about endowing this important fund,” said Dick Baker, Executive Director/ CEO of the HealthCare Foundation of Cleveland County. “We have outstanding higher education

part of our responsibility to enhance these healthcare-related programs, particularly for county residents or for those who will stay in Cleveland County to practice. Hopefully, this fund will continue growing and serve as a springboard for other organizations to provide new scholarship dollars or add to this one.” About the HealthCare Foundation of Cleveland County Founded in 1990, the Cleveland Memorial Hos-

capital projects and equipment for Cleveland Memorial Hospital. In 2014, the Foundation’s Board of Directors approved changing the organization’s name and expanding its mission to address significant healthcare issues and initiatives throughout Cleveland County. The Foundation focuses on community-based efforts to advance the wellness and health of county residents.

Extraordinary Opportunity By Dr. Glenn Mollette Christmas was bleak when I was fourteen years old. My father had fallen off the roof our barn while trying to make a repair. He was severely injured. His hospital and home recovery rook months. As a coal mining family, we lived financially tight in the best of times. Although farming and

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COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 20th of November, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of HILDA H. BAILEY, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Candace Orr, Administratrix on or before the 6th of March, 2024, or this 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.

Having qualified on 6th of December, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of GAIL ANN SWOFFORD, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Dwight Colon Swofford, Administrator on or before the 13th of March, 2024, or this 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 6th day of December, 2023.

This the 13th day of December, 2023.

Candace Orr, Administratrix Estate of Hilda H. Bailey 486 Main Street Ellenboro, NC 28040

Dwight Colon Swofford, Administrator Estate of Gail Ann Swofford 728 Skinner Rd. Shelby, NC 28152

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham St. 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: DENNIS KEVIN GRADY, Deceased. LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION Having qualified on the 25th day of October, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of Dennis Kevin Grady, 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 9th day of March, 2024 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 6th day of December, 2023 Derek Kyle Grady 13017 Woodland Farm Dr. Charlotte, NC 28215 KMH (12/6, 12/13, 12/20 & 12/27/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE gardening often got us over STATE OF NORTH theCAROLINA hump. With no paycheck COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 27th of November, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of DONALD PRESTON DOVER III, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Lashonda Denise Whitworth, Administratrix on or before the 6th of March, 2024, or this 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 6th day of December, 2023. Lashonda Denise Whitworth, Administratrix Estate of Donald Preston Dover III 807 Elmwood Dr. Shelby, NC 28152 KMH (12/06, 13, 20 & 27/2023)

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 20th of November, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of MARTHA V. GREENE, AKA; MARTHA VINESETT GREENE, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Carol G. Hoyle, Executrix on or before the 27th of February, 2024, or this 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.

Having qualified on 27th of November, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of RUTH COOK, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Helen Kendrick, Administratrix on or before the 6th of March, 2024, or this 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 29th day of November, 2023.

This the 6th day of December, 2023.

Carol G. Hoyle, Executrix Estate of Martha V. Greene, aka; Martha Vinesett Greene PO Box 313 Lawndale, NC 28090

Helen Kendrick, Administratrix Estate of Ruth Cook 2036 Kendricks Rd. Shelby, NC 28152

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coming into our household for several months, I have no clue how my mother and father kept the lights burning. My mother worked only briefly outside of the home and it wasn’t during this critical time. Christmas came and my father was recuperating but was still on crutches. We had a Christmas tree but there weren’t any packages. I understood. I didn’t even think about Christmas gifts or packages or a Santa coming around. I knew it was not the best of times. We did have food and the furnace was on and the fact that my dad was getting well gave us all a sense of optimism that things would eventually return to normal. On Christmas Eve my mother surprised me by handing me a tiny package. “Thank you,” came from my lips, but I know I barely mumbled in disbelief. Ripping off the paper I beheld a watch. It was my one and only Christmas gift. It was a simple gift but it was thrilling to me at that time. I knew it came with sacrifice and love. I remember the blessing I felt. A year later I would celebrate Christmas as a new Christian. I would even share in my church family’s Christmas program. Two other teen-

agers and I sang, “We three kings of orient are bearing gifts we’ve traveled so far.” We walked down the aisle of our church in bathrobes and weird looking crowns as we approached Mary, Joseph and the Christ child in the manger. It was all so simple but filled the greatest need of my heart. I remember that simple Christmas program. I remember the fellowship and love of the church. I remember the delight I felt in my Christian infancy. I remember that my dad was physically healed and doing well. I thought about how great life really was. I remember the blessings. Today, I continue to count the blessings. The greatest blessing of all is God’s gift to us, his Son. We celebrate his birthday once again. Hopefully, we won’t lose sight of what Christmas is about. We never really know just how God may work in our lives during this season. So often it’s in unexpected ways and in unexpected places and sometimes through unexpected people. May we all be at peace this season of the year and try to look up higher than ourselves to God who has given us Christmas. Christmas is God’s extraordinary opportunity to do something special in our lives.

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 4th of October, 2023 as Limited Personal Representative of the Estate of MARY P. ROGERS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Brenton S. Begley, Limited Personal Representative on or before the 27th of February, 2024, or this 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 29th day of November, 2023. Brenton S. Begley, Limited Personal Representative McINTYRE ELDER LAW Estate of Mary P. Rogers 233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (11/29, 12/06, 13 & 20/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS Having qualified on 22nd of November, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of SALLIE MAE LEACH, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Bobby Eugene Leach Jr., Administrator on or before the 13th of March, 2024, or this 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 13th day of December, 2023. Bobby Eugene Leach Jr., Administrator Estate of Sallie Mae Leach 1106 Stanton Dr. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (12/13, 20, 27/23 &1/03/24)

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Duke Energy funds two more years of Free Tuesdays at The Schiele Museum Thanks to generous support from Duke Energy, The Schiele Museum of Natural History is proud to offer monthly Free Tuesdays to the public for two more years! Museum admission continues to be free and available to all visitors from 4:00 – 8:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month in 2024 and 2025. In addition, Duke Energy and The Schiele will offer quarterly Power Up Learning programs during Free Tuesdays. Visitors do not need reservations to enjoy free museum admission on Free Tuesdays. They should simply arrive between the hours of 4:00 and 8:00 PM on the sec-

ond Tuesday of each month. Schiele education staff will provide live interactive programming on various topics once each quarter during Free Tuesdays. Power Up Learning will replace the free planetarium programs offered in 2023. It will be available starting in March 2024 on a firstcome, first-served basis, with tickets open for reservations one week in advance. “Duke Energy is proud to partner with The Schiele to offer Free Tuesdays and Power Up Learning through 2025. We are committed to providing opportunities for community education.

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 22 E 1063 In the Matter of the Estate of: WILLIAM H. MASTERS, Deceased. LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION CTA Having qualified on the 16th day of December, 2022 as Administratrix CTA of the Estate of William H. Masters, 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 Administratrix CTA on or before the 15th day of March, 2024 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

The Schiele offers learning experiences that families can enjoy together, and we want those experiences to be accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay,” says Martha Wegner, Director of Government and Com-

munity Relations at Duke Energy. Find details about Free Tuesdays in 2024/2025, including Power Up Learning topics and ticketing information, at schielemuseum.org.

LEGAL NOTICE ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTICE TO CREDITORS All persons, ﬁrms, or corporations having claims against BOYCE CLAYTON JENKINS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, are notiﬁed to exhibit the same to the undersigned on or before 27th of February, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. Betty Jenkins, Administratrix Estate of Boyce Clayton Jenkins Colin P. McWhirter Attorney-at-Law 211 South Washington Street Shelby, N.C. 28151 704-480-9666 KMH (11/29, 12/06, 13 & 20/2023)

Having qualified on 29th of November, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of JEAN ANTOINNETTE MCKINNEY, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Ralph Wilson McKinney III, Administrator on or before the 20th of March, 2024, or this 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.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATRIX Having qualified on 20th of November 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of Rhyan Keith Arnett (23 E 957), 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 March 15, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned. This the 13th day of December, 2023.

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NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 23 E 932

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

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HELEN DEAN MOONEY RICHARD

In the Matter of the Estate of: KENNETH R. CHILDERS aka KENNETH ROBERT CHILDERS, SR., Deceased.

This the 6th day of December, 2023. Ricky Dean Richard Of the Estate of Helen Dean Mooney Richard 714 Elam Road Lawndale, NC 28090 Attorney for the Estate: Robert H. Lutz Lutz Law Firm, PLLC 310-8 East Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (12/06, 13, 20 & 27/2023)

EXECUTOR’S NOTICE Having qualified on the 28th day of November, 2023 as Executor of the Estate Kenneth R. Childers aka Kenneth Robert Childers, Sr., 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 8th day of March, 2024 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 6th day of December, 2023. Kenneth R. Childers, Jr., Ex. 1465 York Road Kings Mountain, NC 28086 C. Andrew Neisler, Jr. CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086 KMH (12/6, 12/13, 12/20 & 12/27/2023)

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NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 23 E 933

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

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GEORGE ALAN HEINBACH

In the Matter of the Estate of: VERLEEN ROSS BLANTON, Deceased.

Having qualified on the 9th day of November, 2023, as Executor of the Estate of GEORGE ALAN HEINBACH, deceased, 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 on or before March 6, 2024 or this notice will be pleased in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the Estate should make immediate payment.

ADMINISTRATOR’S NOTICE

This the 6th day of December, 2023. Jeffery A. Heinbach Of the Estate of George Alan Heinbach 106 Lizzie Lane Kings Mountain, NC 28086 Attorney for the Estate: Robert H. Lutz Lutz Law Firm, PLLC 310-8 East Graham Street Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (12/06, 13, 20 & 27/2023)

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Nichole B. Greene GREENE LAW OFFICES, PLLC 806 North Lafayette Street Shelby, NC 28150

Having qualified on the 8th day of November, 2023, as Executor of the Estate of HELEN DEAN MOONEY RICHARD, deceased, 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 on or before March 5, 2024 or this notice will be pleased in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the Estate should make immediate payment.

LEGAL NOTICE

This the 29th day of November, 2023.

A. Susan Biggers Administratrix of the Estate of Rhyan Keith Arnett Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

This the 13th day of December, 2023

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This the 20th day of December, 2023. Ralph Wilson McKinney III, Administrator Estate of Jean Antoinnette McKinney 1232 New Crest Lane Shelby, NC 28150 Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (12/20, 27/2023 &1/03 & 10/2024)

LEGAL NOTICE EXECUTRIX NOTICE Having qualified on 1st of December 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of David Boyd Wicks (23 E 987) 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 Linda Peterson, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before March 20, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned. This the 20th day of December, 2023. Linda Peterson Executrix of the Estate of David Boyd Wicks c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (12/20, 27/2023 &1/03 & 10/2024)

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATOR Having qualified on 15th of November, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of Brent Lee Gipson (23 E 947), 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 Brian Gipson, Administrator c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before March 1, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned. This the 29th day of November, 2023. Brian Gipson Administrator of the Estate of Brent Lee Gipson c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (11/29, 12/06, 13 & 20/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATRIX CTA

Having qualified on the 17th day of November, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate Verleen Ross Blanton, 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 1st day of March, 2024 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

Having qualified on 14th of November 2023 as Administratrix CTA of the Estate of Clifford Wade Ward (23 E 408), 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 March 8, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.

This the 29th day of November, 2023.

This the 6th day of December, 2023.

Ian Blanton, Administrator 610 Landing Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086 C. Andrew Neisler, Jr. CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

A. Susan Biggers Administratrix CTA of the Estate of Clifford Wade Ward Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

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HOME REMODELING. Interior and exterior remodeling. Call today for your free estimate! (828) 244-7087 charliejohnston32@gmail.com SURGE PRESSURE WASHING, INC. House washing starting @$99. surgepwinc. com (704) 284-9292 CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tune-up Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-472-9367.

YARD SALES AMISH BAKERY WOODCRAFT EVERY SATURDAY. Amish donuts, fried pies, cutting boards, charcuterie boards, lazy susans, custom furniture, livestock shelters every Saturday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. 144 Iron Wheel Dr, Ellenboro NC. Amish owned, cash only. (828) 589-0250 sbmarketingwnc@outlook.com

CLEVELAND COUNTY NEW/ANTIQUE ITEMS FOR SALE. Antiques, Collectibles, Vintage & New Christmas Decor’, Sterling & Vintage Costume Jewelry-many signed. Have a great selection of ugly Christmas sweaters. Many new gifts for everyone on your Christmas list. Will remain open 7 days a week 9-? through Christmas Eve. Come visit Polk’in Around Antique Mall, 4133 Polkville Rd, Polkville/Shelby-Hwy. 226. 704-312-6113.

FOR SALE

CCBA BEGINNING BEEKEEPING CLASS. Learn about honey bees in our Cleveland County Beekeepers Association Beginning Beekeeper Class - January 20 & 27, 2024. (704) 487-7731 clevelandcountybeekeepersnc@gmail.com

EMPLOYMENT WE ARE SEEKING A MAINTENANCE TECH FOR OUR BEAUTIFUL COMMUNITY. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS TECHNICAL SKILLS, ABILITY TO TURN UNITS ON SCHEDULE, PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE, RESPOND TO WORK ORDERS AS WELL AS MAINTAIN GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE. MAINTENANCE EXPERIENCE IN RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT COMMUNITY OR SIMILAR A PLUS. FULL TIME POSITION, BENEFITS. COME JOIN AN EXCELLENT WORK ENVIRONMENT!!! PLEASE REMIT RESUME TO Clevelandridge1@gmail.com or call for an appointment 704/739/6591 or (704) 734-4000 clevelandridge1@gmail.com ONE ON ONE CARE. Is currently hiring for 2nd shift in the Residential group homes, Rotating schedule, off every other weekend. As well as 2 ﬁrst shift, one part time 21 hours per week, one 30 hours per week. If interested, see Shelley at 203 Lee St. Shelby, NC 28150. NEEDED: MAID TWICE MONTHLY. In Gastonia area. Reasonable. Please leave voicemail if no answer. Also accordion for sale. 980-8807324.

BUSINESS SERVICES HANDYMAN SERVICES FOR 25 YEARS. Experienced in All Types of Work. Leaf removal, Ceiling fans installed, Mini blinds installed & Much More! Have a question? Text or Call Mike at (704) 692-4449

ENCLOSED TRAILERS OVER STOCK SALE!!! 4’x6’, 5’x8’, 6’x10’, 6’x12’, 7’x14’, 7’x16’, 8.5’x14’, 8.5’x16’, 8.5’x18’. J. Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895 DEER CORN, NEW CROP. 50 Pound Bag-$11. 55 gallon drum $65 in your drum. Callahan Farms. Cletus: 704-3005341; Steve: 704-472-8865; Todd: 704-692-1627

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FIREFIGHTER FLAMES REFRIGERATOR MAGNET. Visit www.FireﬁghterMall.com to get a Fireﬁghter Flames Refrigerator Magnet NC4Ever@USA.com WROUGHT IRON WHITE BED FRAME. Queen size with 2 side rails & 1 center support. $75. 704-472-5993, (704) 477-1936

• Indian Head & Wheat Pennies • Nickels • Dimes Quarters • Halves • Silver Dollars • American Silver Eagles • Silver Bars • Gold Bars & Coins • Mint & Proof Sets • Coin Supplies • U.S. & Confederate Notes • Christmas Silver Rounds & Bars “Buy, Sell & Trade!” All Roads Lead To Jake’s Knives & Coins For Your Collectible Needs 1008 S. Lafayette St. Shelby, NC 704-600-6996 or 980-295-5568 ONE MAUSOLEUM SPOT FOR SALE. $5500. One spot in mausoleum at Rose Hill cemetery in Fallston, NC. Inside near back of mausoleum near bottom. Leave message 704-538-5375 for Sue (704) 473-9600 sun03moon@yahoo.com WOOD SPLITTER “LIKE NEW!” 25 Ton 6.5HP $1000, Water Totes $75, Metal & Plastic Drums $10, Feed Barrels $20, Metal Cages $25. Call Jeff in Hickory, NC. (828) 327-4782 HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855

2 BURIAL PLOTS FOR SALE. Cleveland Memorial Park, lot C-18, Section 8 at the Bell tower. $2,000 for both. (704) 472-2854 MOVING SALE POLK COUNTY, NC. 3 vehicles, 1998 Ford F1-50; 4 door, small V8, automatic transmission. 2011 Jeep Patriot; all manual controls, 4x4. 2022 Cub Cadet riding mower with steering wheel. All three available to show or for phone discussion after 10am. 864-314-8273. USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828-980-0788 or 828-286-8674. SEASONED FIREWOOD. Truck load $70, pickup, $85 delivered. Bundle packs $4 ea. 704-458-3081 cell, or (704) 435-3970 CHEST FREEZER, DRYER, COMPOUND BOW, scopes, hunting clothing, hunting items. Call for prices. 828748-2027. TODAY’S NEWS QR CODE MAGNET. Visit www.NC4Ever.com Today’s News to get an attractive locally designed Magnet for your Refrigerator or other metal surface with a QR Code that lets you read the latest news just by scannng from your phone. NC4Ever@USA.com

CLEARANCE SALE ALL STORAGE BUILDINGS. New, Used, Bank Repos,. Financing Available! Rent to Own - No Credit Check! CASH SPECIALS! J. Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC. FREE Delivery & Set Up up to 30 miles. (828) 245-5895 STEEL BUILDINGS. Barn • WorkShop • House • Garage • Barn Dominium. Grading, Concrete, Plumbing, Electrical. “ONE STOP SHOP”. Large On Site Display. J. Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895 CARPORTS, GARAGES, LEAN-TOS, RV COVERS. Large On Site Displays. J. Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895 STORAGE BUILDINGS NEW, USED, REPOS “BUY, SELL, TRADE!” J Johnson Sales, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895 BOAT & RV COVERS-WE INSTALL. 14 on Site that you can look at and touch! J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 2455895

GET THE LATEST NEWS. Visit www.NC4Ever.com to get your latest news refrigerator magnet while supplies last! NC4Ever@USA.com

GUNS! SKS 762X39 CALIBER, clip feed, by Combat Exchange $425. Also SKS, Norinco, magazine fed, new condition, $625. 828-2891817.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE. 1/2 Cord split Oak & Hickory. Delivered $85. Allen Evans. (864) 492-4793

OAK FIREWOOD dry and green, $100 per load. Cane Creek and Rutherford County area. 828-289-4880.

TOYS AND CAR FOR SALE. Used toys for sale. Also, 1999 Ford Taurus SE. Call 704240-8023. 2000 KAWASKI MOJAVE 250 CC Quad. Asking $1,200 or best offer. Call or Text 1-803-526-1468. SALT FISH FOR SALE. at Harkey Taxidermy & Wildgame Processing, 7713 Matthew Miller Rd., Vale, NC. 704-472-4695. PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704482-2243. (704) 538-5788

TRAILER-BUY-SELL-TRADE! “Must Have Title” J Johnson Sales, (828) 245-5895 TRACTORS, EQUIPMENT, RIDING MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704476-9383.

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PRO FORM TREADMILL like new, $250. 13,000 watt generator, new, electric start, runs on propane or gasoline. $800. TV surround sound system, new $100. 828-305-4957.

MEN’S CRUISER NEW BICYCLE. $75. Men’s used cruiser bicycle $35. 828-782-7221.

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OVAL SHAPED OAK TABLE with 8 chairs. In good condition. $495. 2 leafs, 2 pedestals. (828) 289-1817 2023 COLEMAN CT MINI-BIKE. All Terrain, Giant 4 wheeler tires, low gear jack shaft, heavy front fork shocks fenders, chrome headlight, drum motorcycle brake, handle bar rear brake, auto clutch, First full easy start, 13 years or older, Great adult land run around. Brand new. Perfect. $525. 704-538-6867.

SHELBY GIFTS. Visit www. nc 4ever.com / shelby- gif ts. html for the latest gift arrivals and be sure to look for your name NC4Ever@USA.com

R/C ELECTRIC AIRPLANE. Sig “Seniorita” (box kit), 6 channel radio (DX6e), sealing iron, new, never ﬂown. $250. 828-447-8475

WANT TO BUY

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OLD SCHOOL. GAS JUGS. I have 5- gallon and a 2.5 gallon and 1 gal. These are old school ﬁller necks with air release ports. $15-10-5. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net BIG CHRISTMAS SALE. Now until Christmas eve. All kinds of toys, ride-ons and bicycles. All new stuff. No pallets or returns. Sheets, socks, blankets. Sandy Mush beside OHM, across from Fire Dept. Check us out on Facebook ‘Jackie Stafford’. Questions/ directions 828-755-4129. TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704434-6389, (704) 473-0867 2016 MARSHALL DSL40 20/20 - watt 1X12 tube combo amp. $600. Taylor 12 string guitar with case. Mint. $725. 919-637-3979.

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“Lighting the Way: The Remarkable Story Behind a North Carolina Treasure” at the Executive Mansion More than 50 years ago, an impressive crystal chandelier was delivered in a nondescript box to the North Carolina Executive Mansion. The chandelier was a gift from Mrs. Karoline Horowitz, a North Carolina resident who settled in western North Carolina in The chandelier was recovered after the Horowitz family narrowly esthe 1940s with her caped Nazi Germany and settled in western NC in the 1940s. Looking husband, Peter, closely, the detail of the chandelier is exquisite. and six-year-old son, Bob, after a Kristin Cooper, and De- ecutive Mansion to share daring escape from Eu- partment of Natural and stories of his family’s rope and the Nazis. Cultural Resources Sec- history and the incredible Today, Bob Horow- retary Reid Wilson at a journey of this chandelier, itz joined Governor special event at the Ex- which has become a part Roy Cooper, First Lady of North Carolina history.

The gifted Horowitz chandelier now hangs in the Executive Mansion’s State Dining Room. Photo by govpress@nc.gov

Dr. Chris Patti, a professor of communications at Appalachian State University who specializes in oral history interviews of Holocaust survivors, led the discussion. “We thought, maybe the state would be interested,” Bob Horowitz said of his family’s gift. “North Carolina has

treated us well. We came as refugees and became part of the community.” The chandelier, which still hangs in the state dining room of the Mansion, was owned by Mrs. Horowitz’s parents, Gustav and Selma Strauss, two of the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust. After the war, Mrs. Horowitz was miraculously able to recover

some of her family’s heirlooms, including the crystal chandelier, and have them sent to the family’s new home in western North Carolina. The chandelier was later donated to the state and is believed to have been installed in the Mansion sometime in the 1960s. “Because the Mansion is a living history site, the Strauss chandelier and the

lessons of their story will be shared with the thousands of people and hundreds of school groups who tour yearly,” said Governor Cooper. “Especially right now, amid rising antisemitism and a dwindling number of Holocaust survivors, telling and bearing witness to these stories is absolutely essential to ensure that we never, ever forget.”

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GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES $2,600. 4 MALES, 5 FEMALES, NATURALLY REARED PUPPIES AVAILABLE. AKC REGISTERED, MICROCHIP. HEALTH TESTED PARENTS. WWW.WEAVERDAIRYGOLDENS.COM. (980) 522-1337 WEAVERDAIRYGOLDENS@GMAIL. COM

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FARM & GARDEN FORD BACKHOE 4500 MODEL. Runs good, strong hydraulics, $6,775. (828) 2891817.

BOATS 1980 MASTER CRAFT STAR & Stripes. New motor, refurbished with trailer. Ready for the water. $8500. (704) 4722854

DYSARTS WOLF & SHEPHERD KENNEL. 2 year old black import female shepherd. $300. Facebook at Dysart’s Wolf & Shepherd Kennel. 828-748-9238 or 828-429-0053.

PETS & LIVESTOCK 8 MONTH OLD GREAT PYRENEES puppies. Up to date on shots and worming. $300 or best offer. 828-829-0038. FEMALE DONKEY FOR SALE 8 mths old, grey with black cross. $300. 704-6928752. FULL BLOODED MINI SCHNAUZER PUPPIES. Beautiful Mini Schnauzers ready for Christmas. Serious inquires only. lpastore3@yahoo.com

CARS & TRUCKS AKC BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES. AKC Border Collie puppies for sale. Mom & Dad are on premises. Colors are black/ white & red/white. Puppies will be up to date on all vaccinations & have a vet health certiﬁcate. Please call or text 706-9801283 for more information. (706) 980-1283 storytellr36@ gmail.com

AKC BELGIAN MALINOIS BORN 11/27/2023. 5 MALE and 3 FEMALE. Color - mahogany, and fawn. Mom and dad on site. Now taking Deposits, call or send text if no answer. (704) 466-6447 nicolas.norris1982@gmail.com

2013 NISSAN ROGUE 170,000 miles. $3500.00, 2.5 liter, Runs great, interior clean, body straight, needs paint .27mpg. Call (828) 7487432 jdcovington@hotmail. com CARGO VAN FOR SALE. 2015 Ford Transit Connect XLT. White. 704-692-0912.

SCHNAUZER PUPPIES. 2 beautiful male schnauzer puppies for sale. One is white. The other one is salt and pepper. Call or text 704-915-0004. SELLING OUT. CONTURNIX QUAIL $5. Quail eggs $6 per doz. Bob Whites $8.00. Hatching Eggs. Chickens. Guineas $10. (704) 476-9943 jw28178@gmail.com

AKITA PUPPY. 12 week old female Akita puppy. All shots, AKC registered. Parents on site. $300. 704-974-7041

2016 FORD FUSION. Burgundy, Automatic, 4 cylinder, A/C, Power Seats, Cruise, Alloy Wheels, Power Windows & Locks, 131,782 miles, $8495, (704) 482-0441

AKC REGISTERED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. LOOKING FOR A GOOD HOME ASKING $700. PARENTS ON SITE. 1 BOY AND 3 GIRLS. PRICE IS NEGOTIABLE! CONTACT PATTY IF INTERESTED @ (704) 6784653. (704) 678-4653 H E L G A17 7 7 @YA H O O . COM

REGISTERED SOUTH AFRICAN BOER BOEL MASTIFF PUPPIES. Shots, worming UTD. 8 wks old, Parents on premises. FaceTime available. $800. 704-419-0852.

TOY & MINI AUSSIES. Male & female. UTD shots & worming. Ready now. Cliffside area. Paper & crate trained. 828-2896756.

CKC TOY POODLES. 2 CKC toy poodles, apricot and black males, ready to go $1000. (704) 426-7920 buttercupcreme@yahoo.com

2002 GMC SONOMA. 4 wheel drive, extended cab. 135,600 miles. Too many new parts to list. (864) 491-0956 2005 TOYOTA PRIUS. Hybrid, 299,000 miles, Great Deal!, Bluetooth GPS, good condition, new battery pack. $4600 lv. msg. (704) 9424788 1998 CHEVROLET S-10 EXTENDED CAB. 5 Speed, 2.2L, good condition. 246,000 miles. $,3500 or OBO. 704600-5033.

CLEVELAND COUNTY

2018 HONDA CRF110F BIKE. Off Road Bike. Great Christmas Gift! Like Brand New. Garage Kept. Have Owners Manual., Title, etc. $1800 Firm. Don’t Miss This Deal!. Leave Message if No Answer. Call (704) 435-1516

REAL ESTATE GASTON COUNTY COMMERICAL STORAGE BUILDING. with loading dock. 3,866 sq ft., $4,000/month. 74 Highway, Gastonia. 704-6164287.

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HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby. (704) 487-6354

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GASTON COUNTY

HUD SUBSIDIZED APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older). Now accepting applications. 934 W. Warren St, Shelby, NC, 28150. (704) 480-6786

COMMERCIAL STORAGE BUILDING with loading dock. 3,866 sq ft., $3,200/ month. 74 Highway, Gastonia. (704) 616-4827

LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 482-7723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@RPMMANAGED.COM

FOREST CITY & OAKLAND AREA. 1&2 bedroom apartments, like new. $685-$795 plus deposit and references. Only well qualiﬁed need apply. westmainrentals.com or 828-351-3322

2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259. LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 1, 2 and 3 bedroom waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Please visit us today at Laurel Hill Apartments, 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC or call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 487-1114

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $700 per month. 828-382-0475.

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How to Ease the Winter Blues Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about seasonal affective disorder? I’ve always disliked winter, but since I retired and am home a lot more, the gray, cold winter months make me feel really blue. Sad Sam Dear Sam, If you get depressed in the winter but feel better in spring and summer, you may indeed have seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, a wintertime depression that affects roughly 5 percent of Americans. In most cases, SAD is related to the loss of sunlight in the winter months. Reduced sunlight can upset natural sleep-wake cycles and other circadian rhythms that can affect the body. It can also cause a drop in the brain chemical serotonin, which affects mood, and can increase the levels of the hormone melatonin, which can make you feel more tired and lethargic. If you think you may have SAD, a trip to your doctor’s ofﬁce is the best way to diagnose it or you can take a SAD

“self-assessment” test at the Center for Environmental Therapeutics website at CET.org/assessments. If you ﬁnd that you have SAD, here are several treatment options and remedies that can help.

include the Carex Day-Light Classic Plus Bright Lamp ($145); Northern Light Technology Boxelite-OS ($205); and the budget friendly Verilux HappyLight Luxe ($70), all of which are available at Amazon.com.

Light therapy: The most effective treatment for SAD is sitting in front of a specialized light therapy box for 20 to 30 minutes a day, within the ﬁrst hour of waking up in the morning. Light therapy mimics outdoor light to cause a change in brain chemicals linked to mood.

Cognitive behavioral therapy: Even though SAD is considered to be a biological problem, identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns can help alleviate symptoms too. To help you with this, choose a therapist who specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy and who has experience in treating SAD. To locate someone in your area, Psychology Today offers a search tool at PsychologyToday.com/ us/therapists/cognitive-behavioral-cbt.

While you can buy a light box without a prescription, it’s best to use it under the guidance of a health care provider and follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Most health insurance plans do not cover the cost. The best light therapy lamps provide 10,000 lux of illumination, many times stronger than typical indoor light, and have a diffuser screen that ﬁlters out ultraviolet rays and projects downward toward the eyes. Some top-rated light therapy products

Antidepressants: Some people with SAD beneﬁt from antidepressant treatments too. Some proven medications to ask your doctor about are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and the extended-release antidepressant bupropion. But keep in mind that it may take several weeks to notice full beneﬁts from an antidepressant. In addition, you

may have to try different medications before you ﬁnd one that works well for you and has the fewest side effects. Lifestyle remedies: Some other things you can do to help alleviate your SAD symptoms include making your environment sunnier and brighter. So, open up your blinds, sit closer to bright windows and get outside as much as you can. Even on cold or cloudy days, outdoor light can help, especially if you spend some time outside within two hours of getting up in the morning. Moderate exercise such as walking, swimming, yoga and even tai chi can also help alleviate SAD symptoms, as can social activities. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.