Chamber’s Legislative Breakfast May 8

By Loretta Cozart

Cleveland County Chamber’s Legislative Breakfast is Monday, May 8, from 7:30 – 9 a.m. at the LeGrand Center at 1800 E Marion Street in Shelby, featuring Speaker of the House Tim Moore,

Legal Notice

JACK DAVID BROWN,

Having qualified on the 21st day of April, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of JACK DAVID BROWN, 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 Executrix on or before the 4th day of August, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 3rd day of May, 2023.

Paula M. Brown, Ex. 2407 Cobb Drive Kings Mountain, NC 28086

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr, CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS

P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

KMH (5/3, 5/10, 5/17 & 5/24/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

JAMES DEAN CAUSBY, SR., Deceased.

Having qualified on the 20th day of April, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of James Dean Causby, 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 Administrator on or before the 27th day of July, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 26th day of April, 2023.

James Dean Causby, Jr.

1664 Fallston Road Shelby, NC 28150

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr, CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS

P.O. Box 515, 300 E. King Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

KMH (4/26, 5/3, 5/10 & 5/17/2023)

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:

BETTY RUTH UPCHURCH ROARK, Deceased.

Having qualified on the 11th day of April, 2023 as Co-Administrators of the Estate of Betty Ruth Upchurch Roark, 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 Co-Administrators on or before the 27th day of July, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 26th day of April, 2023.

Holly Roark York, Co-Admin.

1212 Marys Grove Road Cherryville, NC 28021

William Lawrence Roark, III

104 John Goforth 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 (4/26, 5/3, 5/10 & 5/17/2023)

Senator Ted Alexander, and Representative Kelly Hastings. The annual program gives elected state offi-

Legal Notice

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Renn Avery Long of Cleveland County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 25th day of July, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 20th day of April, 2023.

Personal Representative:

Lauren Ivie Dixon

1753 S. Lafayette St. Shelby, NC 28152

Attorney for the Estate and Personal Representative: Martha Wallace, Attorney KING LAW OFFICES, PC 209 S. Dekalb St. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (4/26, 5/03, 10 & 17/2023)

Legal Notice

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 17th of April, 2023 as Co-Executors of the Estate of DONALD RIPPY; AKA, DONALD LEE RIPPY, 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, David N. Rippy, Co-Executor and/or Robert D. Rippy CoExecutor on or before the 26th of July, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 26th day of April, 2023.

David N. Rippy, Co-Executor

Estate of Donald Rippy; aka, Donald Lee Rippy 8908 Langwood Dr., Apt. 103. Raleigh, NC 27613

And/or

Robert D. Rippy, Co-Executor

Estate of Donald Rippy; aka, Donald Lee Rippy 1203 Gidney St Shelby, NC 28150

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW PO Box 165 Shelby, NC 28151

KMH (4/26, 5/03, 10 & 17/2023)

Legal Notice

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 14th of April, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of CAROL ANN EMERSON, 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, Carolyn Marie Emerson, Executrix on or before the 26th of July, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 26th day of April, 2023.

Carolyn Marie Emerson, Executrix

Estate of Carol Ann Emerson 324 Martin St. Shelby, NC 28150

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW PO Box 165 Shelby, NC 28151 KMH (4/26, 5/03, 10 & 17/2023)

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Executrix Notice

Having qualified on 3rd of April 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of Marilyn Guynetha D. Warren (22 E 459) 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 Marilyn Felicia Falls, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before July 19, 2023, 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 19th day of April, 2023.

Marilyn Felicia Falls

Executrix of the Estate of Marilyn Guynetha D. Warren c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C.

402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

KMH (4/19, 26, 5/3 &10/2023) cials an opportunity to share the work they are doing with their constituents at the county level. Regional projects, county funding, and legislative issues impacting the county are topics often covered during the event. For more information, or to RSVP, contact Cleveland County Chamber of Commerce at 704487-8521.

Legal Notice

STATE OF NORTH

COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 27th of February, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of NANCY L. BOWLES, 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, G. Bryon Gragg, Jr., Executor on or before the 3rd of August, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 3rd day of May, 2023.

G. Bryon Gragg, Jr., Executor

Estate of Nancy L. Bowles 9 East Marion Street Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (5/03, 10, 17 & 24/2023)

Legal Notice

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 11th of April, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of WILLIAM GLENN DAVES, 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, Melissa Ware, Administratrix on or before the 26th of July, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 26th day of April, 2023.

Melissa Ware, Administratrix Estate of William Glenn Daves 3124 McKinney Rd. Shelby, NC 28152

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW PO Box 165 Shelby, NC 28151

KMH (4/26, 5/03, 10 & 17/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 4th of April, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of ROGER WAYNE TURNER, 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, Mitchell Wayne Turner, Executor on or before the 26th of July, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 26th day of April, 2023.

Mitchell Wayne Turner, Executor

Estate of Roger Wayne Turner 611 Elam Rd. Lawndale, NC 28090

Counsel for the Estate

McINTYRE ELDER LAW PO Box 165 Shelby, NC 28151

KMH (4/26, 5/03, 10 & 17/2023)

Legal Notice

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 11th of January, 2023 as Ancillary Executor of the Estate of HAL PALMER CLARK, 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, Timothy Clark, Ancillary Executor on or before the 12th of July, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 12th day of April, 2023.

Timothy Clark, Ancillary Executor Estate of Hal Palmer Clark 955 College Ave. Shelby, NC 28152

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW PO Box 165 Shelby, NC 28151

KMH (4/12, 19, 26 & 5/03/2023)

Ave. (behind El Acapulco Mexican Restaurant in Boiling Springs), Shelby 704-297-0102 or 704-297-0103

COMMUNITY EVENTS

MOTHER’S DAY VENDOR

CRAFT SHOW. We will have variety of vendors. Stop by and see us at Big Red’s Cafe, 830 E. King St., Kings Mountain, NC 10-3, (980) 295-8222 imacowgirl32nc@yahoo.com

EMPLOYMENT

PIANO/ORGAN PLAYER. New Salem Church of Shelby needs piano/organ player 9:30am to 10:30am Sunday mornings for non-denominational church. Play 3 hymns and opening and closing music (chosen by church). For info call James at 704-482-6319 (704) 482-6319 jamesejohnson10@yahoo.com

AUTOMOTIVE SHOP HELPER. Automotive experience needed. 704-445-0970.

HELP WANTED JN Greene

Electrical Contracting is seeking full time electricians and laborers. Experience is preferred but not required. Electrician starting pay $15.00 – $30.00 based on experience. Laborers starting pay $10.50 - $15.00 based on experience. Please contact Joe Greene for more information. (704) 473-6862 joe@jngreeneelectrical.com

LAUNDROMAT ATTEN-

DANT PART TIME 10AM3PM. Keeping the laundromat clean and tidy, including but not limited to mopping floors, cleaning washers and dryers, cleaning tables, cleaning restrooms, and doing wash dry fold for customers who wants this service. The candidate needs to be responsible and require minimum supervision to perform the duties, be prompt, and enjoy working with people. Please apply at www.mountainwashlaundryshelbync.com under “APPLY FOR EMPLOYMENT”. mantendra la lavandería limpia y ordenada, lo que incluye, entre otros, trapear pisos, limpiar lavadoras y secadoras, limpiar mesas, limpiar baños y lavar y secar para los clientes que desean este servicio. El candidato debe ser responsable y requerir una supervisión mínima para desempeñar sus funciones, ser rápido y disfrutar trabajando con personas. Favor solicite en www.mountainwashlaundryshelbync.com bajo “SOLICITUD DE EMPLEO”. laundryhelp@carolina.rr.com

ONE ON ONE CARE, INC. Is hiring for Day Program Activity Coordinator. Includes some transport. Mon- Fri- 7am-3pm

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

2 FAMILY GARAGE SALE. Sat., May 6th, 2023, 8:00am - 12:00pm. A little bit of everything. Furniture, household, clothes, pocketbooks, appliances, pictures, electronics, too much to list. 400-2 Holman Drive, Patton Oaks Division. Shelby, NC 28150

For Sale

FOR SALE have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704) 473-0341 BUSINESS SERVICES

TRACTORS, EQUIPMENT, RIDING MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828980-0853, 704-476-9383.

TIM’S HOME REPAIR. Over 30 years remodeling. Commercial/ Residential, Interior/Exterior, Baths/Kitchens; gut to finish. Also general carpentry, drywall, painting, tile, flooring. 614-4043037.

RETIRED GENERAL CONTRACTOR available for deck repairs and small repairs. Stairs, deck and porch railings, etc. Call Bob 828-476-6058. (828) 476-6058

WILL CLEAN HOUSES AND BUSINESSES. Reasonable rates. Call or text me at 704419-9016 or email me at sgacsa@aol.com (704) 419-9016

REASONABLE RATES LAWN

SERVICE. Mowing, trimming, edging. (704) 472-4737

SURGE PRESSURE WASHING, INC. House washing starting @$99. surge.pwinc.com (704) 284-9292

JAMES BALLARD PAINTING SERVICE. Paint Kitchen Cabinets, Stain Decks, Outside Painting. Pre-estimated price. References available. 828-4297511, 828-429-3743. Ask for James.

MARK’S LAWN SERVICE. Reasonable Rates. We go the extra mile for our customers. Call 704-884-1605 or 601-2126941.

ED MOBILE MECHANIC I will come to you to repair any car, lawnmower or tractor. Honest & reliable. (704) 300-2332

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tuneup Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 532-1587

LESSONS

GUITAR AND BASS LESSONS $30/hr. and $15/half hr. Private lessons. Instructor is Orlan Biggers @Unbeatable Music Lessons in Shelby, North Carolina. (704) 300-3670. All ages, young or old are welcome. Accepting beginner to advanced experience levels. Willing to teach all genres of music. Acoustic or electric guitar and basses. (704) 300-3670 orlanbiggersmusic@gmail.com

AUCTIONS

PATTERSON SPRINGS STORAGE AUCTION PUBLIC SALE, 12PM, May 12th, 2023 at Patterson Springs Storage, 1826 Creek Ridge Rd., Shelby, NC. Contents of

#71 Byers, #57 Hopper for Non-Payment of Storage Rent. (704) 473-7358 andrew.sain@ gmail.com CHERRYVILLE MINI

ALLIS CHALMER TRACTOR. Sold new locally in Forest City. $2200 or best offer. 828-429-4430.

Want To Buy

3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE Fri., May 5th & Sat., May 6th, 9 AM-3 PM. Refrigerator, trampoline, furniture, household items and etc.. 250 Caveny Rd, Blacksburg, SC 29702

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

3 FAMILY YARD SALE Saturday, May 6 from 7:30AMNOON. Lots of kitchen items, decorations, toys, clothes, shoes. 168 Westmore Drive, Ellenboro, NC 28040 SALE DAILY THROUGH MAY

5. 9am-3:30pm. Clothes, microwave, Chrystal, shoes, kitchen items. Harmony Hills Apartments office. 375 Harmon Street, Forest City, NC 28043

BIG 2-DAY YARD SALE.

Friday-Saturday, May 5-6; 8am-until. Lots of household items & more. 359 Gunns Road, Ellenboro, NC 28040 FOR SALE

15’X30’X54” OVAL ABOVE GROUND POOL. Complete with pump, filter and Skimmer. 1 left. $5,900. KM Pools, 704739-1000

HONEYBEES/GOING OUT OF BUSINESS HONEYBEES IN BOXES $250 ea. — SUPPLIES ALSO AVAILABLE AT REDUCED PRICING - CALL FOR DETAILS (704) 692-5800 jdavis361@carolina.rr.com

TOTAL GYM EXERCISE MACHINE $200. Like new. 704925-7478.

KNIVES, BOTTLE OPENERS, AMETHYST ROCKS, old 7up and coca cola glasses. Call 573-544-5806. Located in Polkville, NC.

CUB CADET 1554. Mower runs, deck needs work. $200. Also 2002 Chevy Blazer $2000. 980-341-9491.

REFRIGERATOR FOR SALE.

Large stainless steel 4-door Samsung Refrigerator. $350. Excellent condition. 704-4736587

TZORA LIGHT MOBILITY SCOOTER Key Features: With no connectors or latches to open or close. The Lexis Light can be easily placed in the back of a car, on a bus, or checked into a plane. The Lexis Classic travels anywhere. Heaviest piece is 29 pounds and a 250 weight capacity. Used only 1 day. Can be folded or taken apart. Retails for $2298.00 on sale for $1699.00. My price $825.00 (704) 473-4467 jcooke003@ carolina.rr.com

WINSTON CIGARETTES ELECTRIC CLOCK Call or text : (704) 300-1818 kim_ hopper@bellsouth.net USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. 828-980-0788 or 828-286-8674. 2 CEMETERY PLOTS at Cleveland Memorial Park. $1000/ea. 828-755-1578.

WHITE COKE TABLE. Round, fair condition, 2 red metal folding Coke chairs, excellent condition and 2 Coke round pillows. $150 OBO. 704-769-4091

2405 PRESSURE WASHER $200. Honda generator $50. Also Bees for sale. 828-2450956.

TRUMP 2024 GEAR Visit www.TRUMPShops.com to get your TRUMP 2024 gear. Many options available. NC4Ever@USA.com

DISCOUNT APPLIANCES Refrigerators, washers, dyers and stoves. 704-477-4766. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 477-4766

CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704692-6767, (704) 487-0228

WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, PopUp Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935.

I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast. (828) 577-4197

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.

WANT TO BUY CARS, TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

FARM & GARDEN

SHOPRIDER STREAMER $645 Slightly used good mobility chair, 250 lb limit,, delivered, charger, warranty. Scooterman John (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@ gmail.com

7 TON GOOSENECK 25 FOOT. Lay Flat Ramp “All Rubber Seal Lights” Tool Box & More! $12,900 OR No Credit Check Rent to Own. From $639 month. J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

WE’VE GOT THE KNIVES &COINS! Jake’s Knives & Coins located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. Call 704-6006996 (980) 295-5568

NEW CAR SHED FOR THE NEW YEAR! Single Car $288 Down from $89 month. Double $395 Down from $123.45 month. J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

STEEL BUILDINGS (OPEN OR FULLY ENCLOSED) 14 on Display. 12’ Wide to 40 EVEN

60 Clear Span. “We do Grading, Gravel, Concrete” TURN KEY! J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

TRAILERS, TRAILERS! DUMP TRAILERS, GOOSENECK, DECK OVER, EQUIPMENT, ALL PURPOSE TRAILERS, CAR HAULERS. Cash, Finance, Credit Cards, Rent to Own (No Credit Check) J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

NEW 6X12 TRAILER “RENT TO OWN” No Credit Check!

SHIPPING CRATE $35.00. I have wood shipping crates for sale with lids. I can send pictures of them. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

LOCALLY DESIGNED NAME GIFTS Visit www. nc4ever.com/locally-designed-name-gifts.html to see if a locally designed gift with your name is available NC4Ever@USA.com

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855

KNOBBY GIFTS FOR SALE Visit https://www.zazzle. com/store/findanyname/ knobby+gifts? ps=24 to see the latest Knobby gifts available NC4Ever@USA.com

BOAT & RV COVERS-WE INSTALL. 14 on Site that you can look at and touch! J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

$582 Down-$161 per month. Includes Tax & Title Fee. J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

STORAGE BUILDINGS NEW, USED, REPOS “BUY, SELL, TRADE!” J Johnson Sales, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

TRAILER-BUY-SELL-TRADE!

“Must Have Title” J Johnson Sales (828) 245-5895

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788

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. 704-434-6389, (704) 473-0867

SQUARE BALES OF GRASS HAY. $5.00 a bale infield. Will help Load. Call soon for baling date. 704-482-6010 or 704300-2502.

GARDEN TILLING SERVICES

AVAILABLE Tractor with 6’ rototiller. Within 40 miles of Shelby. No job too big or small. (704) 692-4079

HONEY BEES FOR SALE

Quality, locally raised queens and bees selected for gentle behavior, hygiene, and heartiness. 5 frame nucleus colonies containing bees, brood, nectar, honey, pollen, and a queen raised locally in 2023 for $175. Mated queens $35. Limited supply remaining. Call 704913-5802 to reserve yours for pickup. (704) 913-5802

6588 INTERNATIONAL 4WD

TRACTOR 177 Horsepower with Turbo. $22,500 obo. Call 704-487-6929 or 704-689-6042

NEEDED HANDYMAN. Handyman Needed to Clean up Around Old Farm with chainsaw and license. Also Needing a Good Used Utility Vehicle Mule etc. Call 828-248-2184.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

ADGA REGISTERED NIGERIAN DWARF GOATS. Kids and 1-2 year old does. Some polled, moonshots, blue eyes. All handled daily. 828-248-2125.