Community Worship Services

The ministers of the Kings Mountain Ministerial Association have planned to lead in several community services in the coming weeks prior to the celebration of our Lord’s glorious Resurrection on that first Easter morning. However, before the Resurrection of our Lord, there was the Cross in which our Lord gave Himself for our redemption. Therefore, the ministers have entitled this series of services “Journey to the Cross” focusing on the question “Were You There?”

The services will be held on Wednesdays at 12 noon in several of your local churches. Because of the continual existence of covid in our area, there will be no fellowship meals following the services.

The first service will be on Wednesday, February 22, at Central United Methodist Church at 12 noon.

Listed below is a complete schedule of the service dates, the host churches, and the ministers who will bring the messages.

Wednesday, February 22—Central United Methodist Church; Rev. Randy Patterson, Pastor, Dixon Presbyterian Church

Wednesday, March 1— Boyce Memorial Presbyterian ARP Church; Rev. Ron Caulder, Pastor, East- side Baptist Church

Wednesday, March 8 –First Church of the Nazarene; (Preacher to be announced)

Wednesday, March 15—First Baptist Church; Dr. John Houze, Pastor, Peoples Baptist Church

Wednesday, March 22—Peoples Baptist Church; Rev. Dennis Pruitt, Second Baptist Church

Wednesday, March 29—Bethlehem Baptist Church; Rev. Brian Taule, Pastor, David Baptist Church

Everyone is invited to come and be a part of these special community services as we Journey to the Cross.

North Carolina House Speaker introduces joint resolution for congressional term limits

are Representatives

Fontenot, Chesser, and Moss.

House Speaker Tim Moore said, "I have long been an advocate for term limits for Congress. In fact, the majority of Americans support the additional measure of accountability for their elected leaders in Washington."

He continued, "Term limits would benefit both Congress and the rest of the country by paving the way for more competitive elections. We need to shift power from special interests back to the people, where it belongs, and term limits would do just that."

Chamber’s Black and White Party March 3

By Loretta Cozart

Cleveland County Cham- ber of Commerce announces their Annual Awards Evening: Black and White Party on Friday, March 3 at 7 p.m. at the LeGrand Center, 1800 E Marion St, Shelby. This year’s theme is “A Glamorous Evening at the Picture Show.”

Nominations for the event have closed, but the following categories:

• Small Business/Entrepreneur of the Year: The nominees must have been in business for three years, have a record of Chamber service, community service or contributions.

• Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award: The winner must demonstrate the following business values: citizenship, service, integrity, stewardship, inclusion, teamwork, and accountability.

• Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Award: The nominee has been successful through significant civic, business, and social contributions in uniting the community of Cleveland County.

• Lifetime Achievement Award: The nominee has set a standard for extraordinary service and community involvement improving the quality of life for Cleveland County.

• Nonprofit of the Year Award: The nominee must have accomplished significant results on behalf of the community, embodies the spirit of volunteerism, altruism, and respect, and demonstrates a collaborative spirt through partnerships.

• Business of the Year: Your nominee (large or small) has a history of outstanding business practices, is locally owned, a collaborator, a mentor, respected by its peers, and stands out in the community.

To register, visit the chamber’s website under events.

Museum’s 20th Annual Reverse Raffle & Auction date set

Every September, Kings Mountain Historical Museum hosts a fundraiser to generate revenue necessary to support our programming. The Annual Reverse Raffle and Auctions has been acclaimed the “best event of the year in Kings Mountain” and this 20th annual fundraiser will be held in-person at the H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Center in Kings Mountain on Saturday, September 16. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

The museum issued an announcement stating, “We anticipate a soldout event with 300 tickets bought by individuals throughout the region, and we offer a Grand Prize of $10,000! Each ticket is $125 (Entry for 2 People). It also includes 2 drink tickets per person, heavy hors d'oeuvres, a 1 in 300 chance of winning the $10,000 Raffle Prize, along with other raffle items!”

This event is a great opportunity for local business owners to showcase their business while investing in the community. Kings Mountain Historical Museum is currently welcoming event sponsors as well as in-kind donations for auction items. The Museum is recognized as a 501(c) (3) non-profit tax-exempt organization; donations are tax deductible as permissible by law. To find out more about sponsorship and donation opportunities, please call 704-739-1019 or email kmhmdirector@ outlook.com.

Chamber after hours at Brookdale Senior Living February 24

p.m. This event celebrates National Retro Day and attendees are invited to dress in their favorite decade to win prizes for best costume.