KM Herald 8-14-24

Davidson Association Health Fair August 17

By Loretta Cozart

The Davidson Association and Davidson Alumni Resource Center, Inc., along with partner Mt. Zion Baptist Church announces the annual Health Fair this Saturday, August 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 220 N Watterson St, Kings Mountain. The event is free and open to the public.

Invited participants include Kintegra, Cleveland County Extension Office, Cleveland County Health Department, Kings Mountain Farmers’ Market, Sarcoidosis, Minority Health Council, Starr Project - Youth Suicide Prevention, Sickle Cell Disease,

Patrick Senior Center, Carolina Chiropractic Plus, Faith Community Health Ministry, Partners Health Management, Mo Betta Meditation, Lupus Foundation, Med South Program, Alzheimer’ Association, Cleveland County DrugFree Communities, Tops Support Group, and American Cancer Society.

The first 50 people will receive a free bag of produce. There will also be door prizes

The key is monitoring

your health through annual checkups to ensure you live your healthiest life. Learning about disease prevention and taking an active role in keeping yourself healthy impacts your longevity. As we age, we must monitor blood pressure and cholesterol, among other things, to keep our bodies balanced and working efficiently.

The Davidson Association wants to inform the community about these diseases and help those with them find adequate support groups.

Davidson has also partnered with Atrium and Mt. Zion Baptist Church to provide an Atrium Virtual

See DAVIDSON, Page 5A

Bessemer City's Robinson Pharmacy closing on August 22

Robinson Pharmacy, a locally owned independent pharmacy in Bessemer City, will close its doors on August 22, marking the end of a little more than a year in business. Owner Fatmir Fejzullahu announced this decision, attributing the closure to unsustainable reimbursement rates in the pharmaceutical industry—a challenge affecting independent pharmacies nationwide.

Can you say celebrate?

NC BeachBlast Festival celebrating 25th year

tival is celebrating its 25th year. Can you say celebrate?

Presented by Yates Construction and Metcon, the 25th annual NC BeachBlast Festival blasts off Saturday, August 17 at Noon. Enjoy a full day of music and family fun with DJs Johnny B and Eric Bowman and three of the hottest Carolina Beach Music bands in the Southeast – The Tonez at Noon, Blackwater Band, and headliner The Voltage Brothers sponsored by Carolina Power Partners. Vendors will be on hand with great food and beverages and festival goers can shop till they drop on the Boardwalk Vendor Row, with over 50 vendors! There is fun for the whole family – with inflatables, games, the Kids’ Pavilion sponsored by Clearwater Paper, the all-new Pirate Port sponsored by Southeastern Container, the Rotary Splash Pad, watermelon eating sponsored by Food Lion, swashbuckling pirates, the big Beach Ball Drop sponsored by Sun-Drop, and the second See BEACHBLAST, Page 4A

KM Forward connecting After Hours

Thursday at Paddy & Mick’s Irish Pub

will continue to fill your prescriptions as long as we have it in stock. Please begin making your transfer requests to the pharmacy of your choice—we are here to help and make this a smooth transition for you. It has been our great pleasure to serve this community, and we have been incredibly fortunate to have your support and trust. For that, we are eternally grateful."

Pharmacy took to Facebook to share the news with the community. The post read, "Dear Bessemer City Community, It is with mixed emotions that we are announcing that Robinson Pharmacy will be permanently closing on Thursday, August 22, 2024. This decision has not been easy, but the current state of pharmacy reimbursement has made it too difficult for an independent pharmacy like ours to remain open."

On July 24, Robinson

The post continued, encouraging customers to transfer their prescriptions to other pharmacies. "We

In an interview with The Gaston Gazette, Fejzullahu expressed his disappointment: "I always dreamed of having my own pharmacy, See PHARMACY, Page 5A

Join Kings Mountain Forward (KM Forward) on Thursday, August 15, for an evening of fun and networking as they celebrate one of Kings Mountain’s newest businesses, Paddy & Mick’s Irish Pub at 212 S. Railroad Avenue downtown.

This event is open to passionate business leaders and commercial property owners who desire to grow their businesses and contribute to making Kings Mountain a vibrant business community.

Nonprofits and those who want to build a community of citizens and business leaders to advocate for Kings Mountain as a place to live, work, play, shop, explore, and invest a nd to promote the economic, See PADDY, Page 5A

LOCAL BUSINESS DONATES TO KMLT – On Friday, Michael Terry of The Terry Group donated a significant amount of paint to Kings Mountain Little Theater. Immediate Past President Mary Grace Keller thanked Michael for the donation and said the paint would be used to spruce up the backstage area and for sets in upcoming plays. Shown above Jim Champion (KMLT Manager) thanks Michael Terry for a large donation. (Photo by Loretta Cozart)

Bessemer City’s Robinson Pharmacy is closing on August 22. (Photo provided)

NC Corporate Extension staff teach a class in nutrition. Photo by Loretta Cozart

Mrs. Evelyn

Vaughn Brown

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Evelyn Vaughn Brown, 100, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on August 8, 2024 at Wendover Hospice in Shelby NC.

Mrs. Brown was born September 16, 1923 in Greenville, SC. She was the daughter of the late Otis Kemp Vaughn and Lavada Corbin Vaughn. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Norman F. Brown, her son Michael Brown, her daughter Elaine Brown, and her son-inlaw Jerry Morris.

Mrs. Brown spent her adult years as a Mother to her three children and a Baptist Minister’s wife. She served along with her husband in

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC

– Edith Atwell Forbes, 84, of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, passed away on August 6, 2024 at Peak Resources in Cherryville, NC.

Born September 30, 1939 in Graham County, NC, she was daughter of the late Rockwell Cole Atwell and Cora Lee Atwell-Pearson and was also preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Darrell Mitchell Forbes, Sr., her stepfather, Charles Pearson, and her brothers, David Atwell, Hugh Atwell, Gary Pearson, and Randall Atwell.

several churches in North and South Carolina, including Bethlehem Baptist Church in Kings Mountain, NC, and Second Baptist Church in Shelby, NC.

Mrs. Brown, along with her husband, retired from the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention in 1986 after serving seven years in Germany. She was a remarkable example of a Christ follower and dedicated prayer warrior! She made it her mission, even while in the nursing home, to pray for and encourage other residents. Upon her retirement and move back to Kings Mountain, she joined First Baptist Church of Kings Mountain. Mrs. Brown was a member of the PEO sisterhood organization, Shelby Chapter AH. She was a very sweet, kind, and humble lady whose memory will be treasured by all who knew her.

She is survived by her daughter: April Brown Morris, of Cherryville, NC; grandchildren: Neil Morris, of Shelby, NC, Amy Morris Reed (Timothy) of Kings Mountain, NC, Chris Morris of Cherryville, NC, Jeremiah Brown (Brittany) of West Chester, PA, and Jessica

Edith worked as a seamstress in many textile mills in the Kings Mountain area and was also known for her cooking. As her kids were growing up, she fed many of their friends in the Bethlehem community and also did some cooking for the greater community. She was especially known for her delicious fried chicken.

She loved her siblings dearly and enjoyed traveling with her husband to the mountains and on cruises. She also loved shopping at Hamrick’s, Belk, and QVC. Edith was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her son: Darrell Mitchell Forbes, Jr. and wife Annette, of Grover, NC; daughter: Tina Forbes Champion and husband Mark, of Kings Mountain, NC; sister: Sue Lewis; brother: Darrell Pearson and wife Jane; grandchildren: Dustin Forbes and girlfriend Jessica Panther of Grover, NC; Chelsea Champion Webster and husband Ryan of Kings Moun-

Can You Identify? The suspect in the photo is wanted for passing fraudulent checks at Kebos in Cleveland County. He is believed to be traveling in the vehicle pictured. If you have any information on the identity of this person, please contact Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office Investigator Webb Bowling at 980-552-5320. Photos by CCSO

Brown Scott (Josh) of Tega Cay, SC; great-grandchildren: Sydney Morris, Evelyn “Evey” Morris, Jamie McGinnis (Mara), Carter Grace Reed, Chloe Brown, Hudson Brown, Keller Brown, Beckett Brown, Izabella Scott, and Quinn Scott.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Summit Place Kings Mountain and Wendover Hospice House of Cleveland County.

Funeral service was held on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at First Baptist Church of Kings Mountain with Rev. Dr. John Sloan and Rev. Dr. Steve Taylor officiating. Family spoke with friends immediately following the service.

The family held a private interment ceremony at Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Memorials may be made to: First Baptist Church Missions fund, and/or VIA Health Partners founded as Hospice of Cleveland Co.

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

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

tain, NC; Tiffani Champion

Hudson and husband Andrew of Winston-Salem, NC; Hunter Champion of Kings Mountain, NC; great-grandchildren: Landon and Carter Webster of Kings Mountain, NC.

Funeral service was held on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Bethlehem Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Taylor officiating.

Visitation was held on Friday, August 9, 2024 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. in the parlor of Harris Funeral Home.

Interment was in Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Edith’s memory may be made to the Bethlehem Baptist Church Youth Ministry or Building Fund at 1017 Bethlehem Rd., Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or www.bethlehemkmnc.org/give Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

JoAnn Scarlett Smith

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – JoAnn Scarlett Smith, 91, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on August 6, 2024 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, NC. She was born in Guilford County, NC, daughter of the late Tommy and Emmerline White Scarlett and was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Odus D. Smith Jr. and her son-inlaw, Marty J. Negus.

JoAnn was a longtime, faithful member of First Baptist Church where she participated in the Golden

Fellowship. JoAnn worked as a hairdresser for a time. She and her husband owned Western Auto in Kings Mountain for many years, working side by side until their retirement in 1991.

JoAnn enjoyed traveling the world. She and Odus visited countless countries worldwide.

A wonderful homemaker, JoAnn enjoyed cooking for friends and family, doing cross stitch and visiting people who were unable to get out. She especially loved visiting the local retirement and nursing homes. She loved her family with her whole being and always made sure they felt her love and commitment to them. She was a dutiful wife, loving mother, and doting grandmother and great grandmother. JoAnn’s memories and love will live in the hearts of many for a lifetime.

She is survived by her children: Reverend Gregory Roy Smith and wife Reverend Dana C. Smith, Fort Mitchell, AL, and Teresa S. Negus, Kings Mountain,

Jeannine Lynn Clucas

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Jeannine Lynn Clucas, 66, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on August 6, 2024 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. She was born in Chautauqua County, NY, daughter of the late Robert and Jean Lynn and was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Sandy Messenger and Diane Filager. Jeannine was a faithful member of First Baptist Church, Kings Mountain where she gave of her time and talents by cooking the Wednesday night meals for over 30 years. She retired

Gastonia Police are looking for this man in connection with an armed robbery that occurred at the gas pumps at QT on West Franklin on August 1, at 2 a.m. If you know who he is, please call the Gastonia Police Department at 704-866-6702.

Shelby woman charged in 37-year-old CA cold case of her infant daughter

Melissa Jean Allen Avila, 55, was arrested in Shelby, North Carolina, extradited to Riverside County, California and charged with murder Thirty-seven years ago, on October 13, 1987, a newborn baby was found discarded and dead inside a dumpster behind a business in the 5400 block of La Sierra Avenue in Riverside, California. A man rummaging for recyclables found the baby.

The newborn girl’s death was ruled a homicide by the See CHARGED, Page 4A

NC; grandchildren: Jonathan Smith (Samantha), Gregory Smith (Madison), Heather York (Houston), Joshua Negus, and Austin Negus (Destiny); great-grandchildren: Mallory Bell, Chloe Eva, Saylor Ann, Maisey Grace, and Ella Catherine Smith.

Funeral service was held on Monday, August 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. John Sloan officiating. Visitation was held on Monday, August 12, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service in the Stained Glass Room of First Baptist Church.

Interment was in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. In lieu of flowers, donations in JoAnn’s memory may be made to your local Salvation Army. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services , Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

from Cleveland County Schools after 32 years of service. Jeannine began her career being a dishwasher and bus driver and worked her way up to cafeteria manager and even traveled to all the Cleveland County Schools to make sure each cafeteria ran as well as it could.

She enjoyed growing beautiful flowers and crafting projects but her passion was her family and cooking. During her career, Jeannine’s generosity and love touched countless people. From providing comfort to the bereaved families through food to making sure no child went without a meal at the school.

She loved her family with all her heart and enjoyed traveling to visit family often. Jeannine was always smiling and never had a complaint no matter what she was enduring. She was a wonderful wife, loving mother, doting grandmother and great-grandmother and dedicated friend to many. Her guidance, instruction, commitment and love will live in the hearts and lives of all who knew this beautiful woman.

She is survived by her husband of 47 years: Jack Clucas, of the home; sons: Matthew Clucas (Heather), Justin Clucas (Stephanie), and Andrew Clucas, all of Kings Mountain, NC; grandchildren: Aubreanna Moore (Trenton), Luke, Blaine, Katilyn, Kayla, Connor, and Waylon Clucas, Zack Hayes (Ambriel) and Chloe Hayes; great-grandchildren: Isabella, Oakley, Sophia, Madelyn, Forest, and Kaiyah; siblings: Gary Lynn (Dawn), Doug Lynn (Nancy), and Chuck Lynn (Terri) and many loving nieces and nephews.

Memorial service was held on Tuesday August 13, 2024 at 4 pm at First Baptist Church, 605 W. King St., Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Visitation was held on Tuesday August 13, 2024 3-4 pm at First Baptist Church 605 W. King St., Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services , Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

CCSO releases July stats

By Loretta Cozart

Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office released its July statistics. During the month, there were 9,603 calls for service, 199 arrests, and 1,217 papers served, including 391 criminal, 593 civil, and 233 subpoenas.

One hundred sixty-five incident reports were handled: 139 were criminal, and 26 were non-criminal. One hundred twenty-one concealed carry permits were issued.

Narcotics seized were 22,608 DU pills, Cocaine 66.88 g, Marijuana 682.30g, Meth 355.52 g, and Fentanyl/Heroin 111.64 g. The monthly average of inmates handled by the sheriff’s office was 356 males and 59 females.

Edith Atwell Forbes

MELISSA JEAN ALLEN AVILA

Golf Cart Parade fun addition to NC BeachBlast Festival

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Kings Mountain without a Golf Cart Parade. The City of Kings Mountain’s Marketing, Tourism, and Events Department will host a Golf Cart Parade during the 2024 NC BeachBlast Festival and they want you to participate.

Make plans to register your golf cart for the parade by sending an e-mail to MTE@cityofkm.com.

2. Operators must have a valid Driver’s License.

BeachBlast FAQs

1. When and where is the NC BeachBlast Festival?

• The NC BeachBlast Festival will be held on August 17th, 2024.

• Patriots Park, 220 South Railroad Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC

at the park?

• No. In compliance with city ordinance 96.076, smoking is prohibited at Patriots Park.

Registration is free. The Golf Cart Parade will line up on Saturday, August 17 at West Elementary. Golf Carts must be lined up and ready to roll by 4:30 pm. West Elementary is located at 500 West Mountain Street, Kings Mountain.

Requirements for this parade are: 1. Golf Carts must be insured.

3. Golf Carts must be decorated with family-friendly beachthemed decorations. For more information, call the City of Kings Mountain’s Marketing, Tourism and Events Department at 704730-2101 or visit their website at www.kingsmountainevents/nc-beachblast-festival.

2. Is there a charge for the event?

• Admission is FREE.

• The City of Kings Mountain is proud to offer this FREE event to the public. To keep this event free, we do ask you to patronize our food and beverage vendors.

3. Where can I park?

• Parking is available throughout Kings Mountain. However, a FREE shuttle service will be offered.

• August 17th, shuttle service will begin running at 11:30 am and end at 11:00 pm.

Pick-Up Locations

• First Baptist Church (605 West King Street)

• Cherokee Street Parking (South Cherokee Street)

4. Where are the restrooms?

• Our air-conditioned bathrooms are available on the boardwalk near the Patriots Park War Memorial.

5. Where are the Lost & Found and First Aid areas?

• Lost & Found and First Aid areas are located at the Information Booth at the corner of Gold and Mountain Streets.

6. Can I bring my pet to BeachBlast?

• No. Only service animals with proper IDs are allowed in the park during a festival.

7. Can I bring a tent to the concert series?

• Yes. Tents are allowed

9. Are political candidates allowed to campaign at or during the concert series?

• No. While we do not mind candidates introducing him/herself to our attendees, we ask that they do not distribute literature of any kind (such as flyers, letters, business cards, petitions, raffle tickets, etc.

10. Are we allowed to bring coolers or food to the concert series?

• We ask that attendees support our food and beverage vendors.

11. Where can I find an entertainment schedule? A band line-up is available on our website at www. kingsmountainevents.com

Contests, Performances and Beach Ball Drop August 17 at Patriots Park

Splish Splash! We are going to have a BLAST! Contests, dance performances, and much more are back at the NC BeachBlast Festival presented by Yates Construction and Metcon, on Saturday, August 17. All ages are welcome to register for the annual Watermelon Eating Contest with some lucky winner taking home an awesome trophy and more.

Join the fun at the Patriots Park Gazebo as many of your neighborhood dance troops perform their latest routines with music provided by DJ Mike Hayes.

The NC BeachBlast Festival would not be the same without its traditional Beach Ball Drop. Over 250 beach balls will be dropped courtesy of our friends at Sun-Drop. Look for our timeline of events at www.kingsmoun-

tainevents/nc-beachblast-festival or on the City of Kings Mountain’s Marketing, Tourism, and Events Department’s Facebook page. The 2024 North Carolina BeachBlast Festival will be held on Saturday, August 17th at Patriots Park in Kings Mountain. Patriots Park is located at 220 South Railroad Avenue.

Shuttle Service offered to NC BeachBlast Festival attendees

Heavy traffic is expected in Downtown Kings Mountain, on August 17th as The City of Kings Mountain hosts the CBMA award-winning NC BeachBlast Festival Presented by Yates Construction and Metcon. Roads impacted during the events will be South Railroad Avenue and West Gold Street surrounding Patriots Park. As a result, the city is offering Shuttle Pick-Up and Drop-Off at:

• First Baptist Church located at 605 West King Street, Kings Mountain

• Shuttle service will begin on August 17th at 9:30 am and end at 10:30 pm.

• The city urges patrons to use the shuttle services as parking will be scarce downtown.

• Motorists are urged to use extreme caution when traveling through Downtown Kings Mountain due to the increased number of motor vehicles and pedestrians. If you are impacted by road closures, please plan to travel on different roads. For more information on the NC BeachBlast Festival, contact the City of Kings Mountain’s Marketing, Tourism, and Events Department at 704-730-2101 or visit their website at www.KingsMountainEvents.Com/nc-beachblast-festival. You may also visit their Facebook page at @cityofkmspecialevents.

Road closures for BeachBlast

The City of Kings Mountain looks forward to this year’s BeachBlast at Patriots Park. A portion of Railroad Avenue and West Gold Street surrounding Patriots Park will be closed begin-

ning 11:59 p.m. Friday, August 16th, 2024, and remain closed or barricaded until 11:00 p.m. Saturday, August 17th. Due to the increase in motor vehicles and pedestrians, please use extreme

caution when traveling on Cansler Street. Please plan to travel different roads if you are impacted by this change. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

NC delegate Betsy Wells attending her 6th National Democratic Convention

Cleveland County resident Betsy Wells is going to the 2024 National Democratic Convention, Aug 19 through Aug 22, in Chicago as a delegate from North Carolina representing Cleveland County. This will be her 6th National Delegate as a NC delegate or committee person.

“I am so excited to be able to represent Cleveland County and North Carolina at the 2024 Democratic Convention. Each night will be an event, starting

with President Biden on Monday, roll call of the states on Tuesday, meeting Vice President Tim Walz on Wednesday, and culminating with the acceptance speech of Vice President Kamala Harris as the first woman of color to be the Democratic candidate for the US President.

“I shall return to home with a charged battery to work to elect Democrats in November”

NC to receive New US Department of Energy funding

On August 6, Governor Roy Cooper joined United States Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to announce new funding through the Department of Energy to enhance North Carolina’s electrical grid and increase capacity for renewable energy storage. They were joined by N.C. Department of Environmental Quality Secretary Elizabeth Biser and other officials as they announced the second round of funding through the Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program at the Duke Energy facility in Garner.

“This funding means cheaper, cleaner, and more reliable electricity for our homes and businesses,” said Governor Cooper. “Not only will these investments from the Biden-Harris Administration help provide more electricity, it will support our growing industries and create quality jobs for people across our state.”

U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm said the U.S. is investing in the most crucial component of the nation’s infrastructure, expanding and hardening the grid to allow more resilient, clean power to reach more households, supporting the ongoing manufacturing boom, and creating thousands of local jobs. “North Carolina is becoming a global powerhouse for clean energy, and these upgrades will keep the growth coming,” Granholm stated. “Through partnerships with local HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) and community colleges, investments in the state will create transformational, good-paying jobs for the clean energy economy of the future.”

“This grant project is a terrific example of federal,

CHARGED

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state, and local partnerships that benefit the people of North Carolina as we work to build resilience to storms and capacity for future clean energy growth,” said North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Secretary Elizabeth Biser.

“The grant announced today by the Department of Energy is a win for the communities Duke Energy serves and signals North Carolina’s leadership in the energy transition,” said Kendal Bowman, Duke Energy North Carolina state president. “This project will help reduce outages, enhance the power system’s resilience against extreme weather, enable the connection of more clean energy sources to the grid, and create job opportunities and new partnerships with community organizations.”

Established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program is a $10.5 billion investment to enhance the power grid across the country, improving resiliency against extreme weather, and ensuring American communities have access to affordable, reliable, electricity when and where they need it.

The announcement marks the second round of funding for the GRIP Program, amounting to $2.2 billion. The first funding opportunity amounted to $3.46 billion for 58 projects across the country.

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality and State Energy Office, in partnership with Duke Energy, was selected for a $57 million award to reconstruct the Lee-Milburnie 35-mile, 230kV transmission line extending through Wake, Johnston, and Wayne Counties

Detectives worked closely with their partners at the Riverside County Regional Cold Case Team. They were able to identify the baby’s mother through DNA as 55-year-old Melissa Jean Allen Avila. Ms. Avila was 19 at the time of the baby’s death and detectives have no reason to believe the baby’s father had any criminal culpability in the murder. Detectives utilized the METRO Team and their participation in the U.S.

from Raleigh to Goldsboro. The award will cover 50% of the project costs, with Duke Energy covering the remaining 50%. This project will help meet the growing electricity demand in Eastern North Carolina and will help reduce power outages for more than 14,000 customers.

The Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships Program includes three key initiatives.

The Grid Resilience Utility and Industry Grants ($2.5 Billion) support activities that will modernize the electric grid to reduce impacts due to extreme weather and natural disasters. This program will fund comprehensive transformational transmission and distribution technology solutions that will mitigate multiple hazards across a region or within a community, including wildfires, floods, hurricanes, extreme heat, extreme cold, storms, and any other event that can disrupt the power system. This program provides grants to electric grid operators, electricity storage operators, electricity generators, transmission owners or operators, distribution providers, and fuel suppliers.

The Smart Grid Grants ($3 Billion) increase the flexibility, efficiency, and reliability of the electric power system, with a particular focus on increasing the capacity of the transmission system, preventing faults that may lead to wildfires or other system disturbances, integrating renewable energy at the transmission and distribution levels, and facilitating the integration of increasing electrified vehicles, buildings, and other gridedge devices. Smart grid technologies funded and deployed at scale under this program will demonstrate See FUNDING, Page 9A

Marshals Pacific Southwest Regional Fugitive Task Force to begin searching for Ms. Avila. With assistance from the U.S. Marshals Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force, Ms. Avila was eventually located in Shelby, North Carolina. She was arrested for murder and extradited back to Riverside County to face prosecution.

On August 5th, Ms. Avila was booked into the Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility on $1,100,000 bail.

Liberty Mountain 2024 tickets on sale now

In 1780, our Patriot forefathers answered the call to come together to secure the birth and freedom of our nation at the Battle of Kings Mountain. This October 7th battle changed the course of the war in favor of the Patriots! Liberty Mountain, The Revolutionary Drama, has been bringing this story to the Joy since 2014. The tenth-season tickets are on sale and can be purchased at www.libertymountaindrama.com or www.kmlt.org. Group rates and VIP Packages are also available. For questions about these rates and other Information, email jim@ kmlt.org or call Joy at 704730-9408.

tickets to the 2024 Opening Night Event on Friday, September 13, are $60 each. The festivities include entertainment, food, and beverages in the

Liberty Mountain Garden beginning at 5:30 p.m. Brett Winterble from WBT Radio will emcee the event. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Joy Theatre, at 202 S Railroad Avenue, with a “meet and greet” in the Garden afterward. Reserved seating tickets for the remaining 15 public performances are $20, and Premier seating tickets are $25. Public performances begin with the 3:00 p.m.

tober 5 and 6.

Kings Mountain Little Theatre, Liberty Mountain, Founding Sponsors Gilbert and Jancy Patrick, and Presenting Sponsor Albemarle are proud of our revolutionary history, which is unique to Kings Mountain, Cleveland County, and the Carolinas. Please watch for more information on how you can help celebrate and preserve it for future generations by supporting the telling of our history.

Liberty Mountain was written by renowned playwright Robert (Bob) Inman. The Artistic Director is Jeremy Homesley. Liberty Mountain is produced by Kings Moun-

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This image was taken in Waco during the last week of July. During this time of year, heat and rain often bring thunderstorms. Be sure to heed the county’s advice: “Please take extra precautions and head indoors when there is thunder, as many of these storms are moving through the area quickly.” Photo by Sharon Mitchell

NC expands donor milk program

On August 9, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) announced a significant expansion of the North Carolina Human Donor Milk Program, adding five new donor depots across the state to The Mother's Milk Bank based in Cary (WakeMed Cary Hospital).

This initiative, led by the NCDHHS Division of Public Health in partnership with WakeMed, aims to enhance the availability of pasteurized human donor milk to support the health and well-being of infants, particularly those who are premature or medically fragile.

Mothers with more milk

PHARMACY

From Page 1A serving the community that I serve, and being able to help people." His dream, however, was hindered by the increasingly challenging financial environment created by pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).

In the article by The Gaston Gazette, Caroline Eason, a third-generation pharmacist whose family owns TAS Drug in Cherryville, Maiden, and Lincolnton, shed light on the role of PBMs in the industry. "In between the pharmacy and the insurance company is something called a pharmacy benefit manager; they're middlemen. They don't actually serve any purpose other than negotiating rebates for the insurance companies on brand-name drugs," Eason explained. "They also set the patient's copay, so when we say, 'Hey, we billed your prescription to your insurance,' we actually billed it to the PBM, and the PBM gave us back the price on behalf of the insurance company."

Eason highlighted the financial strain these middlemen place on independent pharmacies. "The problem is, when we submit a claim for reimbursement… say it costs a total of $7 to fill a prescription, we're not reimbursed but maybe $4. So we're reimbursed negatively, and then that money is kept by the pharmacy benefit manager," she said. The consequences of these financial pressures extend beyond the pharmacies themselves, impacting patients directly. Fejzullahu and Eason both noted that the lack of competition in

than is needed for their babies are encouraged to donate to the statewide milk bank, which provides lifesaving nourishment and treatment for less fortunate infants.

"This expansion is a testament to our commitment to ensuring all infants in North Carolina have access to the nourishment they need to thrive," said Dr. Kelly Kimple, Acting Director of the NCDHHS Division of Public Health.

"Increasing the availability of donor milk is another step toward improving health outcomes for our most vulnerable infants."

Each year, more than 10,000 babies are born prematurely in North Carolina.

the pharmacy industry could lead to inflated copays for patients, restricted access to vital medications, and a reduction in the availability of preliminary medical knowledge.

Bessemer City, home to only a handful of drugstores, faces an uncertain future with the closure of Robinson Pharmacy. The only other pharmacies in town are Central Drug Store, located downtown, and CVS on Gastonia Highway. Fejzullahu warned of the potential dangers of relying on just one major pharmacy chain in the community.

"When you have that much reliance on one company, imagine if CVS decides to close the pharmacy that is right next to us. The community would be devastated. That's where the concern is because you've got that one player. They decide to close their doors tomorrow, and now you've got an entire town and population that is not served. Some of these are life-saving medicines," he said.

Efforts are being made at the legislative level to address these challenges. North Carolina Representative Wayne Sasser, who has worked in the pharmacy industry for over 50 years, has actively pushed for House Bill 246. The bill, introduced in March 2023, aims to reform how pharmacies are reimbursed by calculating the cost of medicine plus the cost to fill the order, thereby reducing the financial strain on independent pharmacies.

Although the bill passed unanimously in the House, it has since stalled in the Senate's Rules and Operations Committee, awaiting further discussion.

These fragile newborns need the best possible nutrition to grow and develop into healthy infants. Breast milk has lifesaving antibodies that protect preemies and full-term infants against disease, illness, and intestinal infections.

Mother's milk is best. However, ill, premature babies sometimes cannot breastfeed, and frequently, their mothers are unable to pump enough milk for them. Milk donations can be essential to life for a baby in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

WakeMed Mothers' Milk Bank is a non-profit milk bank that provides safe, pasteurized donor milk to babies in hospital

"The bill is legitimate. It's a fair bill, and it's been validated by the Supreme Court," Sasser stated. "Big insurance is holding up the bill, and that's all there is to it." If the bill is not addressed before the end of the current session, it will be considered dead.

Independent pharmacies like Robinson Pharmacy play a crucial role in rural communities, representing 52% of all retail pharmacies. However, the financial pressures imposed by PBMs push many of these small businesses to the brink. Between 2010 and 2019, the number of independent pharmacies increased by nearly 13%, while chain stores saw a slight decrease. Despite this growth, the challenges posed by PBMs threaten the survival of these community-focused businesses.

The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA), representing PBMs, argues that their role is essential in negotiating lower drug prices and managing prescription drug plans for over 275 million Americans. However, critics say that the rising fees associated with PBMs are squeezing independent pharmacies out of business and limiting consumer choice.

A 2018 Consumer Reports (CR) study highlighted that consumers still prefer independent pharmacies' personalized service. Independent pharmacies earned high scores for courtesy, helpfulness, speed of service, and pharmacist knowledge. In contrast, large national chain pharmacies ranked lower in these areas.

Daniel Holt, a CR member from New York City, described his local independent pharmacy as a "neighborhood gem," stating, "I'd rather give my money to small, local businesses who are part of my community." However, the growing influ-

NICUs in North Carolina and all along the East Coast. The organization collects and distributes breast milk donated by able parents.

Non-profit milk banks like WakeMed rely on the generosity of parents who take the time and effort to donate their milk, helping infants during their most vulnerable phase of life. Learn more about milk banking and how to give the incredible gift of milk donation.

WakeMed Mothers' Milk Bank follows stringent guidelines set forth by the Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA) to ensure the highest purity

ence of large corporations like Amazon, which entered the prescription drug business a few years ago, and the recent merger of CVS Health and Aetna pose significant threats to the survival of independent pharmacies.

These mergers could lead to restricted consumer choice, with patients being steered toward specific pharmacies or in-house clinics, thereby reducing the availability of independent options. According to the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), independent pharmacies filled one-third of all retail prescriptions in the United States in 2018, a number that increased to 34% by 2021.

Robinson Pharmacy's closure reflects the broader challenges independent pharmacies face nationwide. As the industry continues to evolve, the future of small, community-oriented pharmacies remains uncertain.

For Bessemer City residents, the loss of Robinson Pharmacy serves as a stark reminder of the impact of industry consolidation on local communities.

For now, Robinson Pharmacy will continue to operate until August 22, providing services to its customers as long as supplies last. The pharmacy is clearing its existing inventory at heavily discounted prices. Existing pharmaceutical customers are encouraged to make prescription transfer requests as soon as possible to ensure a smooth transition.

Robinson Pharmacy is located at 805 Gastonia Highway, Bessemer City, NC 28016. It operates Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. For more information and customer assistance during this transition, call (704) 729-6171.

and safety for the fragile infants we serve.

Pasteurized human donor milk (PHDM) is a vital resource used in hospitals to reduce the risk of serious illnesses such as necrotizing enterocolitis, a severe intestinal disease that can be fatal for premature or low-birth-weight infants. PHDM also helps bridge the gap until a mother's milk supply is established, promoting longer exclusive breastfeeding.

The primary goal of this initiative is to ensure equitable access to pasteurized human donor milk for all families in North Carolina when medically necessary. By providing a fair distribution of resources, we can help support individuals with insufficient human milk production.

"Pasteurized human donor milk provides life-sustaining nutrition to hospitalized infants in need," said Kerrie Gottschall, MSN, RN, Manager of Mothers' Milk Bank at WakeMed Health & Hospitals. "WakeMed Cary Mothers' Milk Bank is so thankful to our partnership with the NC Department of Health and Human Services' Division of Public Health for helping us set up and establish five new depot sites, which allows us to collect additional milk to help babies in need."

The new donor depot closest to Cleveland County is in Mecklenburg County at the Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Novant Health Breastfeeding, "G" level

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annual BeachBlast Golf Cart Parade.

August 17th Timeline of Events: Gazebo and Attraction Schedule

• MC-Mike Hayes

• Noon NC BeachBlast Festival Opens with the Motley Tones

• Watermelon Eating Contest Registration OpensCloses at 1:30 pm

• Attractions Open

• Kid’s Pavilion-Sponsored by Clearwater Paper

• Pirate Port-Southeastern Container

• 12:30 pm Posh Studio

Women's Center, 200 Hawthorne Lane, Charlotte, NC 28204. Parents can call the center at (704) 384-7515. The other new donor depots are found in Cumberland County (LATCH Breastfeeding and Postpartum Wellness Center & Central Carolina Doulas), Durham County (Carolina Birth and Wellness), Jackson County (Birthstone Breastfeeding & Wellness Center), and Pasquotank County (Sentara Albemarle Medical Center).

In celebration of National Breastfeeding Month this August, health officials encourage all mothers to consider the profound impact of breastfeeding and the vital role donor milk can play in supporting infants' health. By contributing to the donor milk program, they can help ensure all infants in North Carolina have access to the nourishment they need to thrive. Most moms in good health can donate milk. However, some restrictions prevent this. All donors must be approved by the WakeMed Cary Mothers' Milk Bank before donating, and they can access the approval process online. Those interested in donating should contact the Mother's Milk Bank for more information. For more information or to get involved, please visit https://www.wakemed.org/ care-and-services/womens/ support-for-baby/mothersmilk-bank.

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Health Clinic at Mt. Zion Baptist Church - Life Center. Citizens can also utilize annual physicals, sick visits, and chronic disease management like diabetes and high blood pressure by visiting Cleveland County Health Department’s Pri-

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4:00 pm Motley Tones Performance

4:30 pm BeachBall Drop Sponsored by Sun-Drop

5:00 pm Hula Hoop Contest/Golf Cart Parade •5:30 pm Motley Tones Performance Liberty Falls Amphitheatre

• 1:00 pm Fitness by Lacey • 1:30 pm Shadow Players Perform in Pirate Port • 2:00 pm Dance Reflections • 2:30 pm Dance Magic • 3:00 pm Watermelon Eating Contest/Giveaway Sponsored by Food Lion • 3:30 pm Shadow Players

mary Care Center at 200 S. Post Road in Shelby. They accept private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare. Uninsured individuals will be billed based on income and the number of people in their household. The Health Department also has a dental clinic. For more information, call 980-484-5261. Davidson Alumni Resource Center, Inc. is a nonpartisan 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

Kings Mountain Forward Director Loretta Cozart asks, “While we don’t charge admission, we ask that you bring a friend who could benefit from this networking experience.”

He Made That

As I walked in, I immediately smelled fresh coffee. I didn’t go into Starbucks or some other coffee shop that day. I walked outside along the street and the smell of coffee filled my nose.

After turning off Battleground Ave, I noticed all sorts of

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Pastor Patterson Grove Baptist Church

other types of wood at the same time. I saw the usefulness of the items and simultaneously avoided damaging them.

Another family had a table with tomatoes, peaches, and farm fresh eggs. They didn’t buy these at the store. These colorful eggs looked fresh, natural,

local goods like these at a good price here in towns like Kings Mountain and Shelby.

The sights, smells, and sounds of the Farmer’s Market captured my attention that day. I corrected my thinking to be honest. I previously preferred to make my purchases at large retailers out of convenience and my own lack of awareness.

In Genesis 1:1 Moses writes “In the beginning God created

day activities in our lives. At the Farmer’s Market, I saw all sorts of things made by the creative hands of people, grown by the hands of farmers, or chopped by local butchers. I looked at my sons while pointing at a bird feeder and said, “He made that.”

Then it clicked. We make things all the time. We made dinner. We build things with our hands. We construct houses. We even put things together in virtual reality.

But behind all of it, “He made that!” God made it. He made it all.

that. (Not just the mirror but He also made YOU!)

Take risk the next time you pass a Farmer’s Market, local produce stand, or artisan fair. Stop and learn about products, the sellers, and how it got there.

Taste something local, purchase a craft you could use or gift to a friend, and every time you make a purchase, say out loud “He made that.”

God not only created the heavens and the earth in beginning, He everything you see. He loved you enough to make a world you could enjoy, to send

Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 102 Canterbury Road 704-730-7855

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

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

Kings

Mountain First Church of the Nazarene 127 Countryside Rd. • Kings Mountain, NC

Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road

704-739-7487

Boyce Memorial ARP Church

Edgemont Drive

704-739-4917

Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015

Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152

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

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

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

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

Grace Fellowship 144 West Mountain Street 704-481-8888

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

Winners for “Gateway to Nature” and “TRAIL” 2024 at Southern Arts Society Gift Shop & Gallery

Winners were announced at Southern Arts Society in Kings Mountain last Saturday evening, August 10, for the “Gateway to Nature” art competition and the Kings Mountain Gateway “TRAIL” photography competition. Jurors for both competitions were Andrew Leventis, Associate Professor of Painting, UNC Charlotte, and Dr. Mallory Nanny, Lecturer in Liberal Studies, UNC Charlotte.

“Gateway to Nature” is an art exhibition and competition sponsored by Southern Arts Society to explore the beauty of the world around us and how we interact with nature. Artists from around the region entered over 70 works, in a wide variety of media - painting (oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel), colored pencil, collage, photography, and mixed media.

In judging the Nature exhibit, Mr. Leventis and Dr. Nanny looked for unique perspectives, and were particularly impressed with applicants who portrayed adventurous subject matter. Artists often choose subjects they think others will find beautiful, but it is easy to forget that artists can also point out overlooked elements in the mundane that will resonate with viewers. The artists they selected for awards presented unpredictable subjects in ways that caused them to be viewed as beautiful, or they depicted subjects that were perhaps more familiar, but were enticed to reexamine them through means of wonderful craftsmanship and skill.

First Place was awarded to Martha Moore of Shelby for her watercolor painting “Hanging Rock State Park”. The jurors commented on Mrs. Moore’s artwork “We were intrigued by Martha’s use of watercolor to build up impasto passages of paint, as opposed to employing the medium in its typically diluted form. The painting also recalls the “fidelity to nature” reminiscent in the Pre-Raphaelite artists such as John Ruskin and John Everett Millais. Martha has really used vivid color, texture, and detail to bring this subject to life. Congratulations to Martha on her remarkable work.”

Second Place went to Todd Baxter of Rock Hill, SC for his oil painting “Hutchinson House”, and Third Place to Jan Welborn of Kings Mountain, for her pastel painting “Shady Trail”. Kings Mountain artists won all three Merit Awards in “Gateway to Nature”. Merits were awarded to Janet Baxter for her original thread piece “Eastern Bluebird on Post”, to Bertie McClain for her acrylic painting “What's the Way”, and to Ellen Devenny for her photograph

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called “Looking for Something?” Also on view is the “TRAIL” photography competition, sponsored by the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail and Southern Arts Society. In the “Trail” Photography Competition, the judges were excited to see how each artist used photography to represent nature scenes, outings, or family visits along the Gateway Trail. Three awards were presented for the “TRAIL” competition. First place

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went to Ellen Devenny of Kings Mountain for “Bamboo Forest”. The Jurors commented “The perspective, sharpness, and dense, saturated color make this photograph particularly striking to us. We appreciate how the bird’s-eye vantage point feels familiar while it creates incredible drama. The diagonal lines of these slender trees, coupled with their towering heights, make for an arresting subject, while the crisp detail allows for prolonged study of the different fauna included in the frame. A work like this offers an important reminder to slow down and take pleasure in nature’s raw, majestic beauty. Congratulations to Ellen on her stunning photograph.”

Second Place went to Shirley Brutko of Kings Mountain for “Hungry Bee”, and Third Place to Alex Pietersen of Lake Wylie, SC, titled “Tough Enough”.

“Gateway to Nature” and “TRAIL” will be on display in the galleries of Southern Arts Society through September 20, 2024. Works in See SASi AWARDS, Page 9A

RECIPES

strawberries

1/2 cup blueberries

• Preheat oven to 400 F. Grease muffin pan and set aside.

ditional salt and pepper, if desired.

• Serve with tortilla chips.

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Recipe courtesy of Healthy Family Project Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 12 1-1/4 cups white whole-wheat flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 large egg

1/2 cup maple syrup

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

3/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt

3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup chopped

• In medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In separate large bowl, mix egg, maple syrup, vanilla, yogurt and applesauce.

• Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in strawberries and blueberries.

• Pour batter into prepared muffin tin, filling cups about 3/4 full.

• Bake 15 minutes, or until tops are golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

• Remove from oven and let cool in muffin tin 5 minutes before removing.

WATERMELON

GELATO Servings: 8 2 cups pureed watermelon 1/2 cup sugar

1-1/2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 cup fat-free half-and-half

3 tablespoons lemon juice

1/2 cup whipping cream

• In blender, blend watermelon, sugar, cornstarch, half-and-half, lemon juice and whipping cream until smooth.

• Using ice cream maker, process gelato according to manufacturer’s instructions.

• To make whipped cream: When crust and curd are completely cooled, in large bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks form.

• Gently push cream to one side of bowl and pour in watermelon curd. Using spatula, gently fold cream and water-

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Chocolate Caramel hocolate Peanut Butter Pie

NATURE 2024 - First Place was awarded to Martha Moore of Shelby for her watercolor painting “Hanging Rock State Park”.

NATURE 2024 – Second place was awarded to Todd Baxter of Rock Hill, SC for his oil painting “Hutchinson House”.

TRAIL PHOTOGRAPHY 2024 – First place went to Ellen Devenny of Kings Mountain for “Bamboo Forest”.

TRAIL PHOTOGRAPHY 2024 – Second

to Shirley Brutko of Kings Mountain

“Hungry Bee”,

TRAIL PHOTOGRAPHY 2024 – Third Place went to Alex Pietersen of Lake Wylie, SC, for “Tough Enough”.

“Hutchinson House” by Todd Baxter

Merit award went to Janet Baxter for her original thread piece “Eastern Bluebird on Post”.

It’s back to school time for Gaston County Schools

Students return to class on Wednesday, August 14 to begin the 2024-2025 academic year

It’s back-to-school time in Gaston County! On Wednesday, August 14, approximately 30,000 students (pre-kindergarten through high school) and more than 1,900 teachers return to class in Gaston County Schools to begin the 2024-2025 academic year.

Students, parents, and school employees are looking ahead to the new school year with enthusiasm and optimism. It is the goal of all teachers and employees to provide quality opportunities for students to learn, grow, and thrive at the district’s 56 schools. Elementary schools operate from 7:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., and middle schools and high schools operate from 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Parents should check with their child’s school for the exact schedule as start/end times for some schools may vary. With the start of the new year, Gaston County Schools is welcoming a new superintendent. While Dr. Morgen Houchard’s official first day as superintendent was February 19, he is beginning his first full academic year of providing leadership and guidance for Gaston County Schools, which is the tenth largest school district in the state.

Houchard said, “I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to serve as superintendent, and it has been a pleasure over the past six months getting to know more about our schools, meeting teachers and employees, and working with staff to determine our vision for the future. My pledge is to do all that I can for the students, teachers, employees, and families in Gaston County Schools.”

Houchard added, “As we work together to bring about positive change, I am confident that we will move forward, make our schools even better, and be able to celebrate many successes. I am so appreciative of the

hard work put forth by everyone associated with Gaston County Schools, and as a school family, I know we can achieve all that we set out to do to help children discover, learn, and grow in the year ahead.”

A proven leader in K-12 public education with 30 years of dedicated experience, Houchard has worked as a classroom teacher, school assistant principal and principal, and central office administrator. He joined Gaston County Schools in April 2016 after working in Mitchell County Schools for 22 years. Before being named superintendent, he served as the executive director for auxiliary services and interim executive director for human resources for Gaston County Schools.

Back-To-School Highlights

Here is a look at five back-to-school highlights for Gaston County Schools: Career Exploration Center

Gaston County Schools is opening a Career Exploration Center, which is the first of its kind for a school district in the state. Students in grades 5-12 will be able to visit the center and gain hands-on knowledge of different careers through simulation, demonstration, and virtual reality. Plus, students will be able to connect with local businesses to see how what they experience in simulation/virtual reality format translates to real-world job opportunities.

The center encompasses three classrooms and a commons area with various stations, including an Anatomage Table where students, who may have an interest in the medical

or veterinarian fields, can learn about the anatomy of humans and animals using impressive 3D technology; a SIMSpray unit that is used to train students virtually on how to paint/powder coat vehicles, buildings, exteriors and interiors, and various items; and two units that simulate what it is like to be a welder. Additionally, there is an area for students to learn about being a utility line technician with students wearing 3D goggles to get an understanding of what it is like to stand in a bucket truck while working on utility lines.

Most impressive are three simulators that teach students about truck driving and operating heavy equipment such as tractors, backhoes, and dump trucks, and a simulator that looks just like an ambulance. Students can climb aboard the ambulance simulator to understand what it is like to work as an EMT while other students watch via a monitor to see what is happening inside.

Brett Buchanan, director of Career and Technical Education (CTE) for Gaston County Schools, says ‘exploration’ is the key word in the new center’s name. He envisions it being a place where students can visit and be introduced to possible career options. “It is important for students to be exposed to careers early on so they can begin thinking about what is available to them in the workforce right here in Gaston County,” said Buchanan.

Farm-to-School Gardening Program Gaston County Schools’ farm-to-school program started two years ago with the help of the Gaston County Cooperative Extension Service’s master gardeners. Since then, the gardening project has expanded significantly, and it gained statewide attention for producing tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, zucchini, peppers, and other vegetables that are harvested, prepared, and packaged to be served to students in cafeterias when

school is in session and as part of the summer meals program.

School nutrition director Angela Calamia calls the gardening effort “a work in progress” with plans to double the number of planting beds, grow lettuce and other leafy vegetables, and possibly add strawberry plants and blueberry bushes. With the garden expanding to more than a half-acre, the goal this year is to have the garden producing not just in the summer months, but year-round.

The concept of a school district having a farming program to supplement its school nutrition program is a new idea. Calamia believes Gaston County is the only one in the state that’s producing its own vegetables and herbs. Crews with Deep Roots, a Charlotte-based farming and agriculture company, are responsible for planting, tending to the garden, and harvesting. They take an all-organic approach, which ensures freshness and quality locally-grown produce.

Gaston County Schools was one of seven nutrition programs to receive recognition from the N.C. Department of Public Instruction and was named a “Summer Nutrition Champion” for producing food for its summer meals program, earning the Farm-toSummer Award. The honor recognizes Gaston County for having a Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)-certified garden that provided more than 750 pounds of cucumbers and 40 pounds of cherry tomatoes for summer meals in 2023.

Cosmetology Lab at Hunter Huss High School

An area at Hunter Huss High School that has been used as a student lounge, chorus and theater classroom, and manufacturing technology training room is now a state-of-the-art cosmetology lab. The space is where students with an interest in the cosmetology profession can get a jump start on a promising career.

In a matter of months, crews from Pinnix Con-

struction transformed what basically was a concrete shell into a bright and modern lab with 20 hairstyling stations, hair-washing sinks, hair dryer chairs, manicure tables, and other features. A large classroom for instruction and demonstrations is adjacent to the lab, which also has a separate entrance and lobby area that will be used eventually by the general public seeking a haircut, pedicure, or facial.

The new cosmetology lab, which is part of the Career Academy at Hunter Huss High School and Gaston County Schools’ Career and Technical Education Department, is made possible through a partnership with Gaston College. BreAnne Walker, the college’s cosmetology program director, and instructors Tarsha Holmes and Tami Edwards are leading the effort to prepare students for jobs in cosmetology.

Students enter the program as juniors and complete two years of coursework before high school graduation. Then, they transition to complete two semesters at Gaston College in preparation of taking the state cosmetology exam. In addition to learning how to cut, color, perm, and style hair and provide other services that are offered in a salon, students will find out what it is like to work with clients, provide good customer service, and manage the business aspects of the profession.

W.P. Grier Middle School Construction Construction on the new W.P. Grier Middle School is coming along nicely, and this time next year, the school will be celebrating its grand opening.

The new school is going up on the same 25 acres of land along East Garrison Boulevard in Gastonia where the existing school sits. Construction is happening in two phases – the 155,000 square-foot school is being built first on land that was used previously for the football field, and when

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complete, the old building will be demolished to make space for a new sports complex. Once the school opens in August 2025, it will take another year to build the football, softball, and baseball fields. The two-story school will house 1,000 students with the ability to accommodate as many as 1,200. It will include more than 40 contemporary classrooms; various instructional, office, and conference spaces; a multi-use media center and library; a large cafeteria and multipurpose room; and a modern gymnasium, which will be located behind the main building. The site plan includes about 200 spaces for parking and additional entrances to improve on-campus traffic flow. The cost to build the new Grier campus is estimated at $50-$60 million, a price that is higher than previous middle school construction projects because of inflation. School bonds, which were approved by voters in May 2018, will be used to pay for the new school. Beam Construction is the builder, and LS3P Associates is the architect. The school is similar in concept and design to the new Stanley Middle School, which opened in March 2018, and the new Belmont Middle School, which opened in August 2021. New Playground Equipment For children, one of the most exciting places at school is the playground. Over the past year, Gaston County Schools has spent time making additions and upgrades to playgrounds at 12 elementary schools: Woodhill, Brookside, Tryon, New Hope, McAdenville, Cherryville, Carr, Gardner Park, Kiser, Robinson, Page, and Bessemer City Central. Repairs have been completed at other elementary school playgrounds as well, thanks to funding from the school bonds and PTO (Parent-Teacher Organization) groups

Dreading a Colonoscopy? There Are Alternatives

Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any easier alternatives to a colonoscopy to screen for colon cancer? I just turned 60 and my wife keeps nagging me to get tested, but I hate the idea of drinking that laxative solution and being sedated for the procedure. Squeamish Steven

Dear Steven, While a colonoscopy remains the most accurate screening test for detecting colon cancer (94 percent accurate), there are other easier – although less accurate – tests available. But be aware that if the result of one of these tests are positive, you’ll still need to undergo a colonoscopy. Here’s what you should know.

Screening Guidelines

Colorectal cancer, which develops slowly over several years without causing symptoms especially in the early stages, is the second largest cancer killer in the U.S., claiming more than 50,000 Americans each year.

Colorectal cancer screening guidelines from the U.S. preventive Services

Taskforce and the American Cancer Society call for most adults to get screened starting at age 45 and continuing through age 75. Earlier screenings, however, are recommended to people who have an increased risk due to family history of colorectal cancer or polyps, or a personal history of inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.

But despite these guidelines, and the fact that colonoscopies save an estimated 20,000 U.S. lives each year, around 40 percent of eligible people don’t get screened.

Why? Because most people, like yourself, dread the laxative prep and sedation, not to mention the procedure itself.

But a colonoscopy is not your only option for screening for colon cancer. There are currently several types of FDA approved stool tests that you can take in the privacy of your own home that requires no laxative-taking/ bowel-cleansing preparation. The two most accurate that you should ask your doctor about are the:

Fecal immunochemical test (FIT):

This test looks for hidden blood in your stool, which suggests polyps or even cancer. Your doctor will give you a FIT test kit to use at home. You take a small sample of stool and mail it to a lab to be analyzed. You don’t need to do any prep. The cost of this annual test is covered by private insurance and Medicare. FIT has an almost 80 percent accuracy rate for detecting colon cancer, but it detects only about 28 percent of advanced polyps that might turn into cancer.

Stool DNA test (Cologuard): This screening kit looks for hidden blood as well as altered DNA in your stool. Your doctor will order the test, and you will receive the collection kit in the mail. You do the test at home every three years and send your stool samples to Cologuard via UPS. No special prep or change to your diet or medication schedule is required. Cologuard, which is covered by most private insurers and Medicare, detects 92 percent of colon cancers but only 42 percent of large precancerous polyps. It also may provide a false-positive,

indicating that you might have cancer when you don’t.

New Blood Test

There’s also a new experimental colon cancer blood test you should ask your doctor about called the “Shield blood test.” This new test, developed by Guardant Health, detects more than 80 percent of colon cancers early when they’re most treatable.

Guardant is currently seeking FDA approval to market the test but it’s available now as a “lab-based test” (which does not require FDA approval) but it’s currently not covered by most private insurers or Medicare. Your doctor will need to request this test, which costs $895, at BloodBasedScreening.com.

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.

Pinnacle Classical Academy student wins national championship in archery

Makenzie Glenn, a rising junior at Pinnacle Classical Academy, won a National Championship in Archery at the Western 3D & Outdoor Target National Championship.

The competition, organized by Scholastic 3-D Archery, took place in New Castle, Colorado, from July 26 to 28. Makenzie won the national title in the Young Adult Female Pins 3D Archery category and finished in third place in the Young Adult Female Outdoor Tar-

get category.

"We are so proud of Makenzie for her amazing accomplishment, the result of years of hard work and perseverance," said Dr. Shelly Shope, the school's headmaster.

"Five of our graduates in recent years have been awarded archery scholarships that have made college significantly more affordable," Dr. Shope added. "We are grateful for the work of our coach, Todd Tongel, and for all

the support shown by our archery team families."

Founded in 2013, Pinnacle Classical Academy is a tuition-free public charter school in Shelby that attracts over 1,200 students from five counties. It is recognized as one of the best elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

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Glenn awarded national championship

Campus Safety: avoiding dangerous situations

This fall, thousands of students will leave their families and friends to attend college. For many, it will be their first time away from home and their first experience with total independence. It is an exciting time and a dangerous one. Concerned with this safety issue, Sheriff Alan Norman of Cleveland County urges college students to exercise caution when living on campus.

Across the United States, college campuses are increasing security measures by installing emergency call box systems designed to contact a 911 operator immediately. They are usually located in frequently traveled areas such as parking lots and main routes to and from class. Another popular security measure involves campus escorts. This program recruits qualified volunteers to walk students to and from class after dark. Security cameras and bright lighting are also being used to heighten campus safety.

“College campuses are extremely vulnerable to crime because of their openness,” said Sheriff Norman. “It’s difficult to keep buildings and dorm rooms locked because

people are constantly coming and going. Another contributing factor is that students tend to develop a false sense of security because of the seemingly peaceful surroundings.”

Campus crimes can take many forms – theft, date rape, and drugs, to name just a few. It’s impossible to avoid all dangers. However, Sheriff Norman has some suggestions on how college students can better protect and educate themselves through campus safety education.

• Never post information about your whereabouts on your dorm room door or social media. If an intruder knows you are away, it’s an open invitation for them to break in.

• Even if you leave your room for only a few minutes – lock your door.

• When studying in outof-the-way places, inform campus security about your whereabouts.

• When meeting a study partner for the first time, plan to meet in a public place.

• Encourage campus security to establish a photo identification program to deter outsiders from entering school buildings.

• Work with local law enforcement to organize a safety education program that teaches incoming students the basics of campus safety.

• Familiarize yourself with emergency call box locations and save the telephone number for campus safety in your cell phone for easy access.

• Be aware of your surroundings. Don’t let cell phones become a distraction by walking while texting or looking down at your cell phone.

• Learn to trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable in a situation, get out of it. Don’t allow anyone to violate your comfort zone.

KMHS Class of 1974 Reunion

The KMHS Class of 1974 will be holding their 50th class reunion on Saturday, September 21, 2024, with some special events also on Friday, September 20th. They are currently trying

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a pathway to wider market adoption. This grant program has broad eligibility, open to domestic entities, including institutions of higher education for-profit entities, non-profit entities, state and local governmental entities, and tribal nations.

The Grid Innovation Program ($5 Billion) provides financial assistance to one or multiple states, Tribes, local governments, and public utility commissions to collaborate with electric sector owners and operators to deploy proj-

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to gather contact information on all classmates. If you have not received any information, please email kmclassof1974@gmail.com or call 704-284-0284, or 704-4668043 so they can get the information to you.

ects that use innovative approaches to transmission, storage, and distribution infrastructure to enhance grid resilience and reliability. Broad project applications are of interest, including interregional transmission projects, investments that accelerate the interconnection of clean energy generation, utilization of distribution grid assets to provide backup power and reduce transmission requirements, and more. Innovative approaches can range from using advanced technologies to innovative partnerships to deploying projects identified by innovative planning processes, among many others.

Merit award went to Ellen Devenny for her photograph called “Looking for Something?”

the exhibits are available for sale and can be viewed in person or on the website and Facebook page of Southern Arts Society. NEW Summer Hours are Thurs - Sat, 10 am to 3 pm and by Appointment. Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop & Gallery is located at 301 N. Piedmont Avenue in the historic Southern Railway Depot, at the intersection of Piedmont and Battleground. SASi offers a gift shop, ongoing exhibits, programs, and classes in a variety of media for artists of all levels. Admission is Free. For more information, please visit www.SouthernArtsSociety.org, or their Facebook page. Contact 704.739.5585 or email SouthernArtsSociety@ gmail.com.

Makenzie Glenn (center) was awarded National Championship in Archery at the Western 3D & Outdoor Target National Championship. (photo provided)

School bus safety - does your child know the rules?

Millions of students use school buses daily as transportation to and from school. Although school buses represent the safest form of highway transportation, students and drivers should be aware of numerous safety factors. Hoping to ensure school bus safety, Sheriff Alan Norman encourages caution whenever school buses are present.

ages all parents to discuss the following safety measures with their children: Student

• Always arrive at the bus stop at least 5 minutes early.

side the bus, walk at least three giant steps away.

more alert to the possibility of children walking in the road.

• Slow down and prepare to stop whenever you see yellow school bus lights flashing.

“Children are often eager to get off the school bus because they are excited to tell their parents about all the fun they had at school that day,” said Sheriff Norman.

“It is crucial that parents re-enforce the school bus

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in recent years, there were an average of 128 fatalities in school transportation-related traffic crashes each year, and more school-aged pedestrians have been killed during the hours of 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. than any other time of day.

safety rules children learn at school.”

Sheriff Norman also suggests that parents drive their child’s bus route with them to practice the proper safety precautions they can take to help ensure their child enjoys a safe ride to and from school.

Sheriff Norman encour-

• While the bus is approaching, stand at least three giant steps away from the curb, and wait until the bus has come to a complete stop, the door opens, and the bus driver says that it’s OK to board.

• Always walk on the sidewalk when preparing to cross the street near a bus. Make eye contact with the driver to ensure they see you.

• Never walk behind the bus.

• If you are walking be-

• Use the handrail when entering and exiting the bus. Take extra precautions to ensure that clothing with drawstrings and book bags does not get caught in the handrail or door.

• Never stop to pick something up that you have dropped when a bus is stopped. Tell the bus driver or wait until the bus has driven off to avoid not being seen by the driver.

Motorists

• Remember that children are unpredictable in their actions. Take extreme caution when traveling in a school zone.

• If there are no sidewalks, drive cautiously. Be

• Never pass a school bus when there are flashing red lights and the stop arm is extended. This is a sign that children are getting on or off the bus. Motorists must wait until the red lights stop flashing, the stop arm is withdrawn, and the bus moves before they can start driving again.

• Learn and obey the school bus laws in North Carolina.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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FALL SPORTS PREVIEW FALL

at 6, 8 and 9 p.m.

Regular season action begins on Friday, August 23 when the Mountaineers travel to Shelby to continue one of the state’s oldest rivalries which began in the 1920s. Their first home game is August 30 against Cox Mill.

against Burns at Gamble Stadium on September 6, the Mountaineers will have a week off before beginning Big South Conference play against Hunter Huss at home on September 20. A lot of starting positions are still up for grabs.

runners last season.

Jayden Williams will be a running back and also start on defense.

Brayden Barnes, a senior, returns at center and Herron said “he will be a leader up front.”

Of course, the success of those players will be

a result of the men on the offensive line which the coaches hope will be

“Guard Samarion Dawkins is a sophomore who played some last year,” Herron noted.

“Dom Davis brings a lot to the table, too.

Other guys fighting it out up front include Sam Bryson, transfer Grayson Hill, Jamel Lee, Caleb Bumgardner, Adrian Banner and Weston Randall.

The wide receivers are William (Tex) Vaughn, freshman Xavier Hutchens and Jayden Gash, who is a returning starter and one of the top receivers last season.

Defensively, Antonio Armstrong returns at linebacker along with Eli Lipscomb. “They’re doing good in practice and will be fun to watch,” Herron said.

Herron said there are a lot of younger guys up front “but they are working hard.”

“Semaj Odums looks good at defensive end and Wiley Rainey at defensive tackle will be a huge help. Thomas Fair returns at defensive tackle and Keedon Linney is back at defensive end and also plays in the backfield. They’re doing good.”

The secondary includes Tyler McIntyre and Dakota Smith at safety. Jayden Gash, Jayden Williams and Barry Moore will be at the corners and Lathan Feemster at linebacker.

Looking to the season, Coach Herron said the Mountaineers are worried about Shelby right now and will take the entire season game-by-game.

As for the Big South Conference, he said

“Crest has good athletes and will be tough as always. South Point is always tough and Ashbrook and Hunter Huss are going to be much better this year. We’ll just to take it week by week and do our very best.”

Kings Mountain’s two losses last season were to Crest in the Big South championship game, and to AC Reynolds in the state playoffs.

“We’re basically covering all the bases,” he noted. “Our offense and defense are pretty much installed. We’re just trying to get it done as a whole unit and get it down to a science.

“I think Ashbrook and Huss are much better this year. We’re young and we just have work hard and get better every day. Our biggest concern is not making mistakes.”

COACH STRAIT HERRON

AUGUST

27 – 2-mile scrimmage at Cleveland Community College vs. South Point, Stuart Cramer, Hunter Huss, Forestview, West Lincoln and East Gaston. Boys 6 p.m. and girls

6:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 5 – at Ashbrook, 6:30. 10 – Cleveland County meet (KM, Shelby, Burns and Crest) at Cleveland

Community College, 6 p.m. 21 – at Freedom Invitational, 9 a.m. boys and 10 a.m. girls. 24 – at Shelby Invitational or Lincolnton, 5 p.m.

15 – Big South Conference meet at Ashbrook, 4:30. 26 – 3A Regional (only top 7 from each team) at Freedom High in Morganton (time TBA).

OCTOBER 5 – Wendy’s Invitational at McAlpine Park, Charlotte, 11 a.m. (60-plus teams from the Southeast).

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PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 22nd of April, 2024 as Administratrix of the Estate of BILLY J. DEDMON (24 E 361), 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, Deborah L. Dedmon, Administratrix on or before the 31st of October, 2024, 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 31st day of July, 2024.

Deborah L. Dedmon, Administratrix

Estate of Billy J. Dedmon 116 A Deer Brook Dr. Kings Mountain, NC 28086 Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (7/31, 8/07, 14 & 21/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 24th of July, 2024 as Executor of the Estate of MELBA WATTERSON BOYLES (24 E 626), 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, Bruce Willard Boyles, Jr., Executor on or before the 7th of November, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 7th day of August, 2024.

Bruce Willard Boyles, Jr., Executor Estate of Melba Watterson Boyles 543 Coman Lane Kings Mountain, NC 28086

KMH (8/07, 14, 21 & 28/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 29th of July, 2024 as Administrator of the Estate of ERIC ZAN WITHROW (24 E 589), 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, Brandon Jamar Withrow, Administrator on or before the 7th of November, 2024, 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 7th day of August, 2024.

Brandon Jamar Withrow, Administrator Estate of Eric Zan Withrow 318 Gun Club Road Bostic, NC 28018

KMH (8/07, 14, 21 & 28/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 23rd of July, 2024 as Administratrix of the Estate of SHAROD JEROME MITCHELL (24 E 624), 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, Bobbie Michelle Mitchell, Administratrix on or before the 7th of November, 2024, 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 7th day of August, 2024.

Bobbie Michelle Mitchell, Administratrix Estate of Sharod Jerome Mitchell 254 Peachtree Rd Apt. B. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/07, 14, 21 & 28/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 24th of July, 2024 as Executor of the Estate of DOROTHY ANN MASK; AKA, DOROTHY A. MASK (24 E 612), 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, Kenneth Mobley, Executor on or before the 31st of October, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporsations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 31st day of July, 2024.

Kenneth Mobley, Executor Estate of Dorothy Ann Mask; aka, Dorothy A, Mask 2231 Ashley Lake Dr. Lewisville, NC 27023

KMH (7/31, 8/07, 14 & 21/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 31st of July, 2024 as Administrator of the Estate of ANICE T. WALKER (24 E 640), 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, Gary Walker, Administrator on or before the 7th of November, 2024, 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 7th day of August, 2024.

Gary Walker, Administrator Estate of Anice T. Walker 424 Bear Creek Road Shelby, NC 28152

KMH (8/07, 14, 21 & 28/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 12th of July, 2024 as Administrator-CTA of the Estate of VIRGINIA LEIGH GILMORE (24 E 576), 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 Richard Gilmore Webb, Administrator-CTA on or before the 24th of October, 2024, 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 24h day of July, 2024.

David Richard Gilmore Webb, Administrator-CTA Estate of Virginia Leigh Gilmore P. O. Box 396 Drexel, NC 28619

KMH (7/24, 31, 8/07 & 14/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 24 E 606

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

ELLA MAE WALDT, DECEASED

Having qualified on July 26, 2024 as Administratrix of the Estate of Ella Mae Waldt, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Ella Mae Waldt to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Nichóle B. Greene, Greene Law Offices, PLLC, 806 North Lafayette Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 7th day of November, 2024 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 7th day of August, 2024.

Nichole B. Greene, Administratrix of the Estate c/o Nichóle B. Greene Greene Law Offices, PLLC

806 North Lafayette Street Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 11th of July, 2023 as Administrator-CTA of the Estate of JAMES M. BRADLEY, SR. (24 E 573), 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, James Bradley, Jr., Administrator-CTA on or before the 24th of October, 2024, 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 24th day of July, 2024.

James Bradley, Jr., Administrator-CTA Estate of James M. Bradley, Sr. 415 Goforth Rd. Kings Mountain, NC 28086

KMH (7/24, 31, 8/07 & 14/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 6th of August, 2024 as Executrix of the Estate of JON DAVID LEE (24 E 645), 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, Michelle Lee Barker, Executrix on or before the 14th of November, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 14th day of August, 2024.

Michelle Lee Barker, Executrix Estate of Jon David Lee 408 Dunaway Drive Euless, TX 76040

KMH (8/14, 21, 28 & 9/04/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 24th of July, 2024 as Executrix of the Estate of CHRISTOPHER ROBIN BLANTON (24 E 519), 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, Sherry Allen Blanton, Executrix on or before the 31st of October, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 31st day of July, 2024.

Sherry Allen Blanton, Executrix

Estate of Christopher Robin Blanton 339 Wilson Drive Lawndale, NC 28090

KMH (7/31, 8/07, 14 & 21/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 24th of July, 2024 as Executor of the Estate of EDWIN EUGENE PEELER (23 E 109), 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, Todd Eugene Peeler, Executor on or before the 31st of October, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 31st day of July, 2024.

Todd Eugene Peeler, Executor Estate of Edwin Eugene Peeler 113 Benjamin Court Shelby, NC 28152

KMH (7/31, 8/07, 14 & 21/2024)

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PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Executrix over the Estate of PATRICIA ANN ROBBS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before November 14th, 2024, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator.

This the 14th day of August, 2024.

24-E-564

Wanda P. Smith, Executrix

c/o Brenton S. Begley

McIntyre Elder Law

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/14, 21, 28 & 9/04/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 8th of August, 2024 as Co-Executrix and Co-Executor of the Estate of EDWIN REID TILLMAN, SR.; AKA, EDWIN R. TILLMAN. (24 E 537), 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, Teresa T. McCartney, Co-Executrix and/or Edwin R. Tillman, Jr., Co-Executor on or before the 14th of November, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 14th day of August, 2024.

Teresa T. McCartney, Co-Executrix

Estate of Edwin Reid Tillman, Sr.; aka, Edwin R. Tillman 3316 Crawley Rd. Shelby, NC 28150

And/or

Edwin R. Tillman, Jr., Co-Executor

Estate of Edwin Reid Tillman, Sr.; aka, Edwin R. Tillman

403 Yorkfield Dr. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/14, 21, 28 & 9/04/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF CLEVELAND FILE NO.: 24 E 631

Having qualified as Administrator of the estate of SUZANNE ROYSTER; AKA, SUZANNE CAMPBELL ROYSTER;AKA, SUZANNE C. ROYSTER, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the said decedent to exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before the 14th day of November, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate are notified to make immediate payment. This the 14th day of August, 2024.

Dustin A. Miller, Administrator 2415 Cherryville Rd., Suite 2 Cherryville, NC 28021

Attorney: Brenton S. Begley

McIntyre Elder Law 233 E. Graham St., Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/14, 21, 28 & 9/04/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION

In the Matter of the Estate of: Doris Horner Hamrick 23 E 539

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Doris Horner Hamrick of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said Estate of Doris Horner Hamrick to present them to the undersigned by October 31, 2024 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 31st day of July, 2024.

Paula Hamrick Jones 5103 Circle Dr. Shelby, NC 28152

Executor of the Estate of Doris Horner Hamrick

John V. Schweppe, III

THE SCHWEPPE LAW FIRM, P.A.

Post Office Box 1269 Shelby, North Carolina 28151-1269 (704) 487-7204

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PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Administratrix over the Estate of RAY MCNEIL BRIDGES, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before November 14th, 2024, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate administrator.

This the 14th day of August, 2024.

23-E-697

Rebecca Keever Bridges, Administratrix c/o Brenton S. Begley McIntyre Elder Law

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/14, 21, 28 & 9/04/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATRIX

Having qualified on 16th of July 2024 as Administratrix of the Estate of Christopher Allan Black (24 E 445), 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 Angela Edwards Black, Administratrix c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before October 24, 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 24th day of July, 2024.

Angela Edwards Black

Administratrix of the Estate of Christopher Allan Black c/o A. Susan Biggers

Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C.

402 East Graham Street

Shelby, North Carolina 28150

KMH (7/24, 31, 8/07 & 14/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 8th of August, 2024 as Co-Executrix and Co-Executor of the Estate of MARY CATHERINE TILLMAN; AKA, CATHERINE G. TILLMAN (24 E 536), 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, Teresa T. McCartney, Co-Executrix and/or Edwin R. Tillman, Jr., Co-Executor on or before the 14th of November, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 14th day of August, 2024.

Teresa T. McCartney, Co-Executrix

Estate of Mary Catherine Tillman; aka, Catherine G. Tillman 3316 Crawley Rd. Shelby, NC 28150

And/or

Edwin R. Tillman, Jr., Co-Executor

Estate of Mary Catherine Tillman; aka, Catherine G. Tillman

403 Yorkfield Dr. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/14, 21, 28 & 9/04/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 24-E-494

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF THOMAS E. WALTERS

EXECUTRIX NOTICE

Having qualified on 5th day of August, 2024 as Exec-

utrix of the Estate of Thomas E. Walters, 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 Executrix on or before the 14th of November, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment.

This the 14th day of August, 2024.

Thomas W. Martin, Jr.

FLOWERS & MARTIN, P.A.

439 Neisler St. Shelby, NC 28152

Recca G. Bingham

Executrix of the Estate of Thomas E. Waters

311-2 Pinkney St. Shelby, NC 28150

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PUBLIC 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: MARGARET R. BINGHAM AKA MARGARET RUDISILL BINGHAM, deceased. File No. 24 E 653

Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Margaret R. Bingham AKA Margaret Rudisill Bingham, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Margaret R. Bingham AKA Margaret Rudisill Bingham to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Samuel Charles Bingham, 845 Baber Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139, on or before the 14th day of November, 2024 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 14th day of August, 2024.

Samuel Charles Bingham, Executor of the Estate of Margaret R. Bingham AKA Margaret Rudisill Bingham Samuel Charles Bingham 845 Baber Rd. Rutherfordton, NC 28139

KMH (8/14, 8/21, 8/28 & 9/4/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 3rd day of May as Administratrix of the Estate of WANDA MAE MIMS (24 E 22), 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, Shana Runge, Administratrix on or before the 31st of October 2024, 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 3lst day of July, 2024.

Shana Runge, Administratrix Estate of Wanda Mae Mims

207 Old Stagecoach Dr. Lawndale, NC 28090

Counseling for the Estate McIntyre Elder Law

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (7/31, 8/07, 14, & 21/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 18h day of June as Administratrix of the Estate of JEFFERY DARRELL CRISP, SR. (24 E 334), 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, Robin Crisp; aka, Robin Walker Crisp, Administratrix on or before the 31st of October 2024, 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 3lst day of July, 2024.

Robin Crisp; aka, Robin Walker Crisp, Administratrix

Estate of Jeffery Darrell Crisp, Sr. 2137 Brookforest Drive Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Counseling McIntyre Elder Law

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (7/31, 8/07, 14, & 21/2024)

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 17th of July, 2024 as Executrix of the Estate of DARRYL D. CRAWFORD (24 E 55), 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, Beth H. Crawford, Executrix on or before the 7th of November, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 7th day of August, 2024.

Beth H. Crawford, Executrix

Estate of Darryl D. Crawford

153 Dunes Drive

Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Counseling for the Estate J. Charles Hoyle

207 Hoyle Road Kings Mountain, NC 28086

KMH (8/07, 14, 21 & 28/2024)

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

MEXICAN RESTAURANT. PERSONA INTERESADA EN ABRIR MEXICAN RESTAURANTE, ESTOY VENDIENDO EL PLAN DE NEGOCIO CON EL LIBRO DE RECETAS Y LISTADO DE PRODUCTOS Y PROVEEDORES. PERSON INTERESTED IN OPENING A MEXICAN RESTAURANT, I AM SELLING A BUSINESS PLAN WITH THE RECIPE BOOK AND LIST OF PRODUCTS AND SUPPLIERS. (239) 222-4707 CLUNAMANTILLA@GMAIL.COM

BUSINESS SERVICES

PAINTING SERVICES. Over 25 years experience, affordable prices. Professional results. References available. Free estimates. Charles, or leave message. (704) 4358062.

SCREEN MAKING & REPAIR. See our experts when you have Screen Issues. (704) 487-5263

D&S LAWN CARE & HAULING. Complete lawn care services. Deliver gravel, dirt, mulch, sand, debris removal. Residential and commercial. Serving Rutherford & Polk County for 20+ years. Free estimates. 828-582-0314.

691-5030

GOLDEN DOMERS TOY AND HOBBY. Visit our NEW LOCATION .....Model Cars, Die-cast Cars & Trucks, Tractors, Hot Wheels, Construction Toys, Sports Memorabilia, Autographed Items, Hard to Find Items! See Mike & Brandon Willis. We’re located at 104 Oliver Ave. (behind El Acapulco Mexican Restaurant in Boiling Springs), Shelby 704-297-0102 or 704-2970103 EMPLOYMENT

AUTOMOTIVE SHOP HELPER. Automotive experience needed. 704-445-0970. (704) 445-0970 NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704) 473-0341

HOUSEKEEPER/HANDYMAN NEEDED. Will trade room & board for housekeeping and Handyman service. Must have valid drivers license and organizational skills. Must be able to cook, do laundry and clean. I have

MCNEILLY TREE SERVICE & LAND MANAGEMENT. Tree Removal, Trimming, Demolition, Land Clearing, Firewood, Hauling Services, Debris Removal. Free Estimates. (704) 472-3766

TONEY’S PLUMBING REPAIR. Tub, faucet installation, kitchen lavatory installation, hot water heater repair/replace, drain clean. All work guaranteed. 828-223-0332.

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.

KARLENA RADFORD-4

SEASONS HOMES and Land. Looking to buy or sell your property in Rutherford, Polk, or Cleveland counties? Call Karlena at 4 Seasons Homes and Land! (828) 7160296 karlena@4seasonshomesand land.com

ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, full service on lawnmowers or tractor. Honest & Reliable! (704) 300-2332

WILL CLEAN HOUSES. Reasonable rates. Call or text me at (704) 419-9016

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPAIR. Skid Steer, Wreckers, Rollbacks, Splitters, Tractors, etc. 30 years experience. Shelby, NC. (Joe) (704) 6921097

PAINTING, ROOFING, TILE FLOORS, wood decks, fences & carpentry work. Free estimates. Ask for Harold or Jim 828-429-7511.

FOR SALE

DISCOUNT APPLIANCES. Refrigerators, washers, dryers and stoves. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 4774766

2 GRAVE SITES FOR SALE. Gaston Memorial Cemetery. (704) 692-7362 MATCHING SOFA & LOVE SEAT. In good condition. 704538-6603. Leave message. HIGH QUALITY STORAGE BUILDINGS at AFFORDABLE PRICES. LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED. LET US HELP YOU WITH ALL YOUR OUTDOOR STORAGE NEEDS... BETTER BUILDINGS! BETTER PRICES!

WE ARE RIGHT BESIDE AUTUMN LANES BOWLING ALLEY. H&J SHEDS located at College Ave., Forest City, NC (828) 202-5085

FREEZER CARTONS, VERY GOOD CONDITION. 6 Cher-

ry Finish Dining Room Chairs, in excellent condition. Antique wooden mantle. 704-4736587

MOTOR FOR 2011 FORD RANGER, 4.0, automatic transmission & transfer case. 64,000 miles. $1600. 828287-3820

ONE GRAVE PLOT. Forest Lawn West Veteran Section, Charlotte, NC. 1/2 price -$2,300. I will pay $295 transfer fee. 704-240-8101.

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

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704482-2243. (704) 538-5788

8’X12’ BARN STYLE BUILDING. $3548. Free Setup & Delivery 50 miles from our lot. H&J Sheds located at 1776 College Ave., Forest City. (Next to Bowling Alley) call (828) 202-5085

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

MICROTECH KNIVES ON SALE! We have 1 OZ. SILVER BARS & ROUNDS Available (While Supplies Last)* Plus: More KNIVES•KNIVES•KNIVES at Jake’s Knives & Coins located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. Call 704-600-6996 or (980) 295-5568

FOR SALE

ONE ACRE LOT FOR SALE. on Shelby Lawndale Road. Call 828-395-3928 for more details.

TRUMP VANCE MAGNETS AND BUTTONS. Visit www. NC4Ever.com to see pics of TRUMP VANCE Magnets and Buttons for sale. NC4Ever@ USA.com

KING SUITE, SLED BED. 9 drawer dresser with mirror, 6 drawer men’s dresser, 2 marble top bedside tables. $2,000. 828-289-5184. no calls before 8AM.

STEEL BUILDINGS. “Large On Site Display”. Concrete Pads, Grading, Plumbing, Electrical. “One Stop Shop For All !” J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, 2690 Hwy. 221 South. (828) 245-5895

12’X20’ UTILITY BUILDING Compare our price of $6999. Free Delivery & Setup within 50 miles of our lot. H&J Sheds 1766 College Ave., Forest City (next to Bowling Alley) (828) 202-5085

TRAILERS NEW 5X10 WITH GATE $1395. Areas Largest Trailer Inventory, Equipment, Dumps, Landscape, Enclosed, Gooseneck “New & Used”. Best Cash Deals Around, Credit Cards, Financing, Rent to Own, No Credit Check Available. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City. (828) 245-5895

GE HEAVY DUTY LARGE CAPACITY washer with matching dryer. Like new. $375. Will deliver. Please call 828-289-3371. CARPORTS, GARAGES, BOAT, RV COVER HAY BARNS, Etc. “Check Out Our Price Before You Buy... There Is Difference!” J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 2455895

STORAGE BUILDINGS

WOOD OR METAL. New, Used, Repo. New Buildings from $3756.00. Inventory changes weekly! J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

TINY HOUSE / OFFICE UNIT.

12’ X 28’. Small Kitchen, 1/2 Bath, TV on Wall, Heat & Air. $35,900. Deliver & Blocked. “Financing Available”. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City. (828) 245-5895

METAL ROOFING FOR SALE INSTOCK! Deliveries

Twice A Week. One Piece or the Whole Roof. J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 2455895

NEW-USED TRAILERS

PARTS & ACCESSORIES FOR ALL TYPES OF TRAILERS. 1500 Square Feet of Parts, Axles, Tires, Lights, Gates, Ramps, etc. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, (828) 245-5895

FOR SALE

TEETER HANG UP INVERSION TABLE Helps with back pain. Adjustable. New condition. $100. Cash only. L/M or text. (704) 466-1920

TWO CEMETERY PLOTS in Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery, spaces 1 & 2, lot 135, Beatitudes section. $2500. for both. 864-4149940.

HUBCAPS FOR 05 CHEVY MALIBU. 15 inch. Used, good condition, clean. 3 available. $25.00 each plus shipping or 3 for $60.00. Accept Paypal. mae7823@gmail.com

74 BYPASS IS FOR SALE. Visit www.74ByPass.com to get a price within hours. NC4Ever@USA.com

CAR PARTS FOR SALE.

1998-2003 Chevy S10 tailgate & rear bumper-$40 each. 1998-2012 Chevy Silverado aluminum radiator & dual electrical fan. Best offer. Misc. Chevy Silverado parts.704-600-5033.

USED CAMPER TOPS FOR SALE: Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828-351-8846.

WANT TO BUY

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) 6921006

CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228

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

WANT TO BUY SHIHTZU PUPPY!!! Prefer very young puppy. Text 828-748-2241.

FARM & GARDEN

COW & GOAT HAY. 4X5 bales. 704-215-0214.

BOATS

M-80 DUCK HUNTING KAYAK. $450 Brand New, never been in the water. $585 on www.creekboats.com. Will entertain offers. (704) 2970479

2007 BENTLEY PONTOON. 24’ 90HP motor, 24 foot Wesco trailer. 828-245-1660 or 828-429-0559. Call for price.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

CHIWEENIE PUPPIES. 3 males, 12 weeks old. 1 female Chihuahua, 15 weeks, $350 each. Chihuahua mix male, 1 year old. $75. 704-466-5790. MINIATURE PINCHERS. MALE AND FEMALE and breeding pairs. 10 to 12 pound size. Good temperament, all colors, great breeders. Downsizing. Call for price. 828-3518227.

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

ESTATE SALE Sat., Aug 17th. 7 am-12 pm. Household items, some furniture. (Brittain Village) 3017 Poplar Circle, Shelby, NC 28152

PETS & LIVESTOCK

HENS FOR SALE. 4 TypesBrahma, Ameraucana, Red Producer & Cochins $30 each. Call (828) 289-7719

GORGEOUS MINI GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES. Raised with children. Expected to get around 20 lbs. Vet checked & UTD on shots & wormings. Delivery available. (724) 5494771 branludw@aol.com

BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN

PETS & LIVESTOCK

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUP-

PIES. Big & beautiful, were born to AKC registered Magnus vom Walls (100lbs) & Mishka (88lbs). Magnus is 5th in the US Seiger show and is the off spring of Negus de Marka IGP3. 4 males & 2 females available July 19. Puppies come with shots, Vet health screening, packet to include registration. 828-292-3001, 828-455-9988 rsutak26@ hotmail.com (828) 292-3001 rsutak26@hotmail.com

CKC REGISTERED SHIH-

TZU PUPPIES. I have 3 female Shih-Tzu puppies ( brown and white) born July 4th. Puppies come with CKC papers, first shots, deworming, shot record, vet check and a puppy sanitation groom. $800 ea. Contact Amber @ (828) 447-0104. Will be ready August 16th. (828) 447-0104 adljb1987@gmail.com

GERMAN SHEPHERD FOR SALE. 4 years old, male, full blooded, all shots, needs to be rehomed. Rehome for $150. 828-755-1038.

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. FOR SALE. 6 week old GSD puppies. Born 6-26-24. CKC Registered. $700. (704) 477-4341

MOTHER CAT SPAYED, SHOTS UTD. Also 18 week old kitten. Free to good home. (704) 562-0370

PETS & LIVESTOCK

FREE TO GOOD HOMES. Pit puppies. Some Red, some Blue. Had first shots & wormed. Text me at 704-3125510. I’ll call back. KOI FISH FOR SALE. All colors; short and long fin; 3”-4” fish $1.; larger fish $5.-$10. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@gmail.com

CARS & TRUCKS

2003 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250. Automatic, 7.3 Litre V-8 Engine. Tan Leather Interior. Upgrade Maintenance that included New Turbo and Injectors. Have Service Documents. Pioneer Radio. Only 138,800 miles. $31,500. call (704) 300-1818

1997 FORD F-SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CAB XLT Package. 7.3 Diesel Power Stroke, Removable Pipe Rack. Flat Bed. 146,000 miles, PW, PDL, 5 Speed Manual, $18,500. Call (704) 300-1818

CARS & TRUCKS

2006 FORD ECONOLINE CARGO VAN E-250 Utility Van. Has ladder rack and tool & supply racks with Buckhead gate behind driver seat. 222,000 miles. Cold A/C . Automatic. New Battery & Wiper Blades. $5950.00 OBO. Call (704) 300-1818

1977 FORD LTD. All original, good condition. Asking $1,400 obo. 704-477-1879.

2013 SILVERADO 2500. 2 door, 6.0, 90,000 miles on motor, has black cap cover, $13,000. 2006 Honda Ridgeliner, truck 150,000 miles, silver $6000. (704) 300-9223

MOTORCYCLES

& ATVS

1979 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXR 80. This Classic Motorcycle is Practically All Original! It Runs Great!. Only $7900. MUST SEE! Call (704) 487-7894

CAMPERS

2020 FOREST RIVER CRUISE LITE. Sleeps 5, has an electric fireplace, full size refrigerator, 2 TV’s, full size sofa. Must Sell! Comes with towing package. $25,000. Call 704-692-5200 for more info. Ask for Raymond, (704) 692-5200

1996 BOUNDER RV. Approximately 53,000 miles. $16,422. (704) 689-4001

PUBLIC NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 24 SP 193

LOANN S. MEEKINS, ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF DARRELL EDWARD PUTNAM, PETITIONER VS. DONNA P. BUTLER, INCOMPETENT, BY AND THROUGH HER GENERAL GUARDIAN, AMI HOWARD, ESTATE OF JEFF PUTNAM, BY AND THROUGH SHARON PUTNAM, AND THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DARRELL EDWARD PUTNAM, RESPONDENTS.

NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION

TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF DARRELL EDWARD PUTNAM

TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed on July 23, 2024 in the above-entitled special proceeding. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Petition To Identify Unknown Heirs of DARRELL EDWARD PUTNAM, who died on June 7, 2013, in Cleveland County, North Carolina. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than September 12, 2024, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought.

This the 31st day of July 2024.

Loann S. Meekins, Administrator of the Estate of Darrell Edward Putnam

405 E. Marion Street

Shelby, NC 28150

NC State Bar No: 15986

Telephone: 704-482-0304

Email: lmeekins@tmtlawyers.com

07/31, 08/07 & 08/14, 2024

CAMPERS

CAMPER TRAILER CONQUEST GULFSTREAM 2021. 18ft, Camper Trailer. Electric awning and gas, sleeps 4-5! $11,500 or best offer! Plus extras tools! Like new! (704) 419-9747

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

107-2 OAK DRIVE, LAWNDALE, NC. DUPLEX, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $975, Deposit $975, App Fee, $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

135-4 WIGGINS LANE

KINGS MTN. NC. Singlewide, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1175, Deposit $1175, App Fee $ 25 per adult. 704-2144180.

1321-A SOUTH LAFAYETTE STREET. Shelby, NC. Apartment. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $625, Deposit $625, App Fee $25 per adult. 704-2144180.

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

LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 2 and 3 bedroom Townhomes. Rent is based on income (and even some expenses are deducted). Call or visit today! 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC or call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 487-1114

PUBLIC 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: JACQUELINE M. ANDREW, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified on the 17th day of July, 2024 as Administratrix of the Estate of JACQUELINE M. ANDREW, deceased, late of Duval County, Florida, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Administratrix on or before the 24th day of October, 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 24th day of July, 2024.

Joyce Andrew Veronese, Admin. 21 Carnoustie Trail Greensboro, NC 27407

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr.

CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS

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

KMH (7/24, 7/31, 8/7 & 8/14/24)

PUBLIC NOTICE

COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 15th of July, 2024 as Executor of the Estate of FREDERICK CLAYTON KIMBROUGH, JR. (24 E 392), 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, Ian F. Kimbrough; aka, Ian Frederick Kimbrough, Executor on or before the 24th of October, 2024, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of to their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 24th day of July, 2024.

Ian F. Kimbrough; aka, Ian Frederick Kimbrough, Executor Estate of Frederick Clayton Kimbrough, Jr. 219 Douglas Ave Charlottesville, VA. 22902

KMH (7/24, 31, 8/07 & 14/2024)

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY FOR RENT IN KINGS MOUNTAIN. Mobile Home on 2 acres private lot. NO PETS. 704-466-9984 for details.

2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 739-0259

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

116 KENTBURY DRIVE, GROVER NORTH CAROLINA. Singlewide. 2 bedroom, 1.5 bedroom. Rent $925, Deposit $925, App Fee, $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299

135-11 WIGGINS LANES, KINGS MTN, NC. Singlewide. 2 bedroom 2 bathrooms. Rent $995, Deposit $995, App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

SINGLEWIDE 2 BEDROOM

MOBILE HOME. Private lot. No pets. Rent $995. Deposit $995. App Fee $25. References required. Moss Lake Area. (704) 482-2810

LAWNDALE HOUSE FOR RENT. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath. Call 704 538 7661. W/D hookup. Sec. Dep & Ref required. (704) 538-7661

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

1624 SOUTH POST ROAD. Shelby, NC. Singlewide, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Rent $875, Deposit $875. App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180. SINGLEWIDE, 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM. 218 Webb Road, Shelby, NC. Rent $1075, Deposit $1075, App Fee $25 per adult. 704-2144180.

DUPLEX, 112 BOWMAN STREET, Shelby, NC. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $675, Deposit $675, App Fee $25 per Adult. 704-412-4180. LINCOLN COUNTY FOR RENT. $900.00 per

PUBLIC 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: ELIZABETH Z. STILL, deceased. File No. 24 E 582

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Executor of the ESTATE OF ELIZABETH Z. STILL, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Elizabeth Z. Still to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Robert H. Still, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 24th day of October, 2024 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 24th day of July, 2024.

Robert H. Still, Executor of the Estate, c/o Loann S. Meekins Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150. KMH (7/24, 7/31, 8/7 & 8/14/2024)

PUBLIC 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:

REID ELLIOTT MILLSON, deceased. File No. 24 E 322

Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Reid Elliott Millson, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Reid Elliott Millson to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Shari B. Millson, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 14th day of November, 2024 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 14th day of August, 2024.

Shari B. Millson, Executrix of the Estate c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/14, 8/21, 8/28 & 9/4/2024)

Scenes from KM Elite 2nd Annual Golf Tournament

Friday • 8/23/24 • 7:30pm KINGS MOUNTAIN at SHELBY

Friday • 8/30/24 • 7:30pm COX MILL at KINGS MOUNTAIN

Friday • 9/6/24 • 7:30pm BURNS at KINGS MOUNTAIN

Friday • 9/13/24 BYE WEEK OPEN DATE

Friday • 9/20/24 • 7:30pm HUNTER HUSS at KINGS MOUNTAIN

Friday • 9/27/24 • 6:30pm KINGS MOUNTAIN at NORTH GASTON

Friday • 10/4/24 • 7:30pm KINGS MOUNTAIN at FORESTVIEW

Friday • 10/11/24 • 7:30pm SOUTH POINT at KINGS MOUNTAIN

Friday • 10/18/24 • 7:30pm KINGS MOUNTAIN at STUART CRAMER

Friday • 10/25/24 • 7:30pm ASHBROOK at KINGS MOUNTAIN

Friday • 11/1/24 • 7:30pm KINGS MOUNTAIN at CREST

Times & Dates Subject To Change

The Kings Mountain Elite 2nd Annual Golf tournament was held on August 2 at KM Country Club. All proceeds will go towards building the new Community Enhancement Center on Oak Grove Rd. Pictured above are first place winners: Al Woods, Anthony Solan, Paul Ingram, Jimmy Brown. (All photos by Lizzie Ingram)

Maurice Tate, Executive Director of KM Elite.