KM Herald 8-23-23

A mother-daughter defining moment

By Loretta Cozart

Susie Graham has worked in Cleveland County Schools for 33 years, but this year may be her most memorable. This year will also be special for her daughter, Cailyn Van Buren, who just moved from teaching fifth grade to becoming assistant principal at Bethware Elementary School.

As the staff returned to work this month, Susie posted on her Facebook page, “I attended my yearly beginning of school administrative meeting today— something I’ve done for many years. While I can’t recall everything about the earlier years, this is one I will never forget because today, I was blessed to attend with my daughter as

KM Police Department Officer

she begins her administrative journey. She has worked hard to become an education leader and, this year, will serve as an assistant principal at the elementary level. Seeing her walk

KM Crisis Ministry needs your help

By Loretta Cozart

Kings Mountain Crisis Ministry (KMCM), an emergency organization sponsored by the Kings Mountain Ministerial Association, helps individuals and families in need in our community. With summer requests high, and school back in session, the ministry is asking the community for help.

As of the end of July, KMCM has served as many people as they did during the entire year in 2022. And five months remain in the year.

According to Executive Director Lisa Harrison, “We are seeing record numbers of people needing food and See CRISIS, Page 8A

The Davidson Association Health Fair a huge success

By Loretta Cozart

This year’s Davidson Health Fair focused on balance, as all aspects of life impact your health. Taking care of your health is crucial for living your best life. The event was held at Mt Zion Baptist Church Life Center in Kings Mountain and featured

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swearing-in and promotions

educational resources from various organizations.

Another 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, it is necessary to monitor blood pressure, and cholesterol, among others, to keep your

See FAIR, Page 3A

First COKM Citizens Academy starts Sept. 28

The first City of Kings Mountain Citizens Academy will be held in the Fall of 2023 and will consist of fifteen citizens who are chosen through an application process. The application link is available at CityofKM.com, under Administration, or by visiting the City Clerk’s office at City Hall.

The academy will be a commitment of eight weeks and consist of six weekly sessions, attendance at the Thursday, October 12 Work Session, and a graduation ceremony during the Council meeting on Tuesday, November 28.

The proposed date of the first session is Thursday, September 28. Each session will begin with a light meal at 5:30 pm at the assigned weekly location.

Staff will form a curriculum of instruction that will blend small group discussions, field trips, and presentations that will provide the citizen with valuable

information to help them better understand all City functions.

The City of Kings Mountain Citizens Academy is designed in the spirit of transparency, openness, and participation. The citizens are the City’s stakeholders, and they have a right to participate to be involved in the governance of their communities. Citizens will learn about how municipal government is structured, as well as gain knowledge of the different factors that impact the decision-making process for Staff and Council. This academy will be a positive avenue for citizens to interact with Council and See ACADEMY, Page 8A

BACK-TO-SCHOOL FOR CLEVELAND COUNTY SCHOOL

STUDENTS – On Wednesday, August 16, 14,220 students returned to 30 Cleveland County Schools. The Herald asked parents of Kings Mountain and Grover students to share photos for this week’s paper. Included in the photos are students from Pre-K through their senior year. Best wishes to all students, educators, and administrators for a successful school year. Pictured above is first grader Ryland Mills See more photos on page 8B. By Loretta

the room in a leadership role made this Mama’s heart

SWEARING-IN AND PROMOTIONS AT KMPD – Pictured L-R: Chief Gerald Childress, Assistant Chief Chris Moore, Patrol Sergeant Jason Dee, Patrol Captain Buddy Black, Officer Ronald Hamrick, and Lt. Lance Hamrick.

Photo by KMPD

Cailyn Van Buren and her mother, Susie Graham, attended the administration meeting for Cleveland County Schools together for the first time in August. Photo by Loretta Cozart

Cozart

NC BEACHBLAST FESTIVAL DRAWS CROWDS TO KM– Kings Mountain’s NC BeachBlast Festival attracted large crowds downtown on August 18th and 19th. This family-friendly event offered music, food, and activities for all ages. The festival began at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, August 18th with CBMA Award Winners DJ Eric Bowman and Too Much Sylvia. The following day featured performances by Jim Quick and Coastline, Cat5 Band, Swinging Medallions, and Band of Oz. Children and adults alike stayed busy with various activities provided by the City of Kings Mountain Special Events. See more photos on page 5A. By Loretta Cozart

Valerie Boyd of The Davidson Association with members of NC State Extension. Photo by Loretta Cozart

JoAnn Baity

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC

– JoAnn Baity, 87, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on August 19, 2023 at home.

Born in Cleveland, NC, She was the daughter of the late Lawrence Crawford and Mary Costner Bumgardner

Lewis Daniel Donaldson

KINGS MOUNTAIN –Lewis Daniel Donaldson

“Red”, 76, of Kings Mountain, passed away at Atrium Health Charlotte on August 16, 2023. He was born November 11, 1946, in Cherokee County, South Carolina, to the late John Donaldson and Annie Blackwell Mayberry. He is preceded in death

and was also preceded in death by her husband of 44 years Arthur Pinkney Baity Jr., son Michael Nathan Baity and daughter Beverly Ann Brown.

She retired from Kings Mountain Hospital after many years of service and continued to volunteer at the Hospital after her retirement. She was a loving mother and grandmother who was a blessing to her family and an avid reader who made the greatest fudge in the world.

She is survived by her sons: Mark Shane Baity (Pam) Kings Mountain, NC and Mitchell Brent Baity (Sherrie) Kings Mountain, NC; daughter-in-law: Debbie Baity, Kings Mountain, NC; brother: Joe Bumgardner

by his wife Mary “Tootie” Donaldson; brother, Norman “Dab” Donaldson and sister Earline Barnette. Red will be remembered for being a friend to everyone, making them laugh while enjoying their time together and sharing stories on his front porch. He was an avid carp fisherman and golfer and was a champion Rook player. He also enjoyed hunting and playing softball in his younger days. Red worked at the Livent Lithium Plant where he retired and will be missed greatly by many.

Left to cherish his memories are sons, Larry Donaldson (Lynn), Rickey Donaldson (Bell); daughters, Sherry Whitaker (Craig), Lynn Smith (Jimmy), Suzie Blake (Kyle); brother, George Donaldson (Virginia); fifteen grandchildren

(Lynn) Kings Mountain, NC; sister: Sylvia; grandchildren: Daniel, Billy, Jodie, Mark, Tim, Lyndsey, Matthew, Darrell and Sarah and 6 great-grandchildren

A private family funeral service will be held with Rev. Wayne Brazzell officiating.

Interment will be held in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain NC.

Memorials may be made to Gaston Hospice 2240 Remount Road Gastonia NC 28054.

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

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

and twenty great-grandchildren, along with lifelong friends, Bobby Green, Barry “Bub” Jones, Ricky Perry, Greg Hambright “Willie”, and Phillip Jones.

The family received friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Sisk-Butler Funeral Home on Monday, August 21, 2023.

Red’s funeral service was held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Sunrise Baptist Church, 208 Mail Road, Kings Mountain, with Pastor Dennis Harmon and Timmy Reynolds officiating.

Interment followed at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.

To offer condolences, please visit www.siskbutler. com.

Arrangements by Sisk-Butler Funeral & Cremation Services, Bessemer City.

Mabel Irene Davis

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Mabel Irene Davis, 82, of Kings Mountain, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 18, 2023 at Atrium Cleveland in Shelby, NC.

Nancy Conner Ross

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Nancy Conner Ross, 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 18, 2023, at Hospice at Wendover.

Born in Cherokee County, SC, she was the daughter of

Born in York, SC, She was Daughter of the late Jess Hannon and Thelma Mason and was preceded in death by her husband of over 30 years James Howard Davis, her brother James Hannon, her sister Betty Byers and her grandson Donnie Keith Ramsey. Mable loved her family and the Lord. She loved watching Jimmy Swaggart. She will be missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her children: Gary Ramsey (Tina), Kings Mountain, NC; Scotty Ramsey (Amanda), Clemmons, NC; Lisa Thompson (Greg), Gastonia, NC; Donna Seay, Kings Mountain, NC; Rhonda Guin, Kings Mountain, NC; Vickie Ramsey, Kings Mountain, NC; and

the late Fred and Ollie Hawkins Conner. Nancy was a faithful member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. She retired from the Kings Mountain Post Office after 30 years of service and spent her retirement years traveling and spending time with her family and grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three siblings and one great granddaughter.

She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Richard Ross, of the home; daughters, Rhonda Nivens and husband Rob of Kings Mountain and Regina Ruppe and husband Tim of Forest City; son, Rodney Ross and wife Amy of Cleveland, SC;

Jackie Caulford (Paul), Ruby, SC; sister: Peggy Gillespie (Vernon), Kings Mountain, NC; brother: Jimmy Hannon (Linda), Cherryville, NC; 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild

Funeral service was held on Monday August 21, 2023 at 3:00 PM in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Pastor Teresa D. Jackson officiating. Visitation was on Monday August 21, 2023 from 2-3 PM prior to the service at Harris Funeral Home. Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

sisters, Jonell Gass and Freda Barrett; brother, Ronnie Conner, all of Kings Mountain; nine grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, August 26, 2023, at First Baptist Church of Kings Mountain. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the Sanctuary. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Cleveland County or to Oak Grove Baptist Church.

Funeral services are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation in Kings Mountain. www. claybarnette.com

KINGS MOUNTAIN:

Verleen Ross Blanton, 70, died Friday, August 18, 2023 at CaroMont Health in Gastonia. A native of Cleveland

County, she is the daughter of Jeanette Anthony Ross of Kings Mountain and the late Garvis Ross. Verleen worked for Fiber Industries for many years, later retiring as a teacher Assistant at West Elementary. She enjoyed sewing, crafts, painting, reading and traveling with her partner, Bob.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Randy Blanton and her brothers, John and Keith Ross. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her partner, Bob Daugherty of Gastonia; sons, Ian Blanton and girlfriend, Erica Nesbitt of Kings Moun-

■ POLICE

ARRESTS

Aug. 8: Jennifer Renee Flowers, 32, 216 Benfield Drive, failure to appear identity theft, felony; failure to appear fictitious information to officer; failure to appear driving while license revoked, $76,000 secured bond.

AUG. 9: Shawn Demetres Govan, 32, 1304 Northwoods Drive, drug-equipment/paraphernalia; failure to appear fugitive warrant, felony; no driver’s license, no bond.

AUG. 11: Sharnece Franta Mack, 34, Gastonia, failure to appear driving while license revoked, $1,000 secured bond.

AUG. 11: Kimball Drake Creson, 25, 110 Guyton Loop, assault, $5,000 secured bond.

AUG. 13: O’Carey Phillip Loyd Harrison, 35, Gastonia, weapon on school property; DWI, $2,500 secured bond.

AUG. 13: Christopher Dale Adkins, 34, 614 Landing Street, failure to appear, $1,000 secured bond.

INCIDENTS

AUG. 9: A resident of Lexington reported theft of an urn containing ashes and charms from a storage building.

AUG. 9: A resident of Unity Road reported larceny of a cream-colored safe, coin set and a wardrobe with cracked mirror valued at over $1,000.

AUG. 9: A resident of Cleveland Avenue reported he was robbed of cash by someone pointing a gun.

AUG. 9: A resident of Shelby reported theft of an iPhone valued at $1,200.

AUG. 9: Dollar General, Oak Grove Road, reported shoplifting of multiple items.

AUG. 10: Dollar General, East King Street, reported

shoplifting.

AUG.10: A resident of Belvedere Circle reported theft of money and personal credit/ debit cards.

AUG.11: A resident of East Ridge Street reported larceny of a Moto 5 cell phone and cash.

AUG. 12: A resident of Sterling Drive reported a Sky handgun valued at $400.

WRECKS

AUG. 12: Officer Hernandez said Robert Lahaie, Shelby, was backing his 2017 Ford from a parking spot at Starbucks and hit a 2018 Honda operated by Destini Holland, 1715 Northwoods Drive. Property damage was estimated at $2,500.

AUG. 13: Officer Geissinger said Matthew Harris, Grover, operating a 2013 Ford, said he swerved to miss a miss another driver who slammed on his brakes and no brake lights. Property damage to the Ford was estimated $1,500.

AUG. 13: Officer Matheson said Phouvong Luansay, 109 Dover Avenue, operating a 2006 Acura, was attempting to stop at a stop sign and accelerated instead of slowing to a stop and hit a 2013 Toyota operated by Maria Anguiano, Lincolnton. Anguiano was transported by Gaston County EMS to Caromont Regional hospital with injuries from a side airbag. The accident happened in the parking lot of Hanes Brands. Property damage was estimated at $3,000.

CITATIONS

AUG. 9: Leticia Garciagaona, 30, Gastonia, failure to yield right-of-way.

AUG. 9: Aapri Jwan Wash-

tain and Ethan Blanton and partner Madelyn Peterson of Greensboro; sisters, Judy Russ and husband Richard of Kings Mountain and Rachel Clanton and husband Greg of Gastonia; and brother, Joe Ross and wife Ronda of Kings Mountain. A celebration of Verleen’s life will be held at 6:00 P.M. Sunday, August 20, 2023 at the home of her niece, Traci Johnson, 965 Stony Point Road, Kings Mountain. Funeral services are entrusted to Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation in Kings Mountain, www.claybarnette.com.

ington, 24, Charlotte, failure to yield, no operator’s license, expired tag, stop sign violation.

AUG. 10: Shateara Hopper, 29, Mount Holly, revoked license.

AUG. 12: Carolyn Grindell, 74, Bennett Drive, revoked license, expired tag.

AUG. 13: Kynotta Smith, 46, 102 S. Carpenter Street I, revoked license, expired tag, no inspection.

AUG. 13: David Eugene Hopper Jr., 31, Shelby, allowing a minor to drive.

AUG. 13: Tyrone Dawkins, 52, 2017 Redwood Circle, revoked license.

AUG. 13: Marquez Ray, 28, Bessemer City, expired tag.

AUG. 13: Jarrett Schenck Jr., 23, 109 Quail Hollow Drive, revoked license, stop sign violation.

AUG. 13: Marvin Constanzasegov, 42, 105 High Ridge Court, no operator’s license, stop light violation.

AUG. 13: Kenneth Dawkins Jr., 34, Gastonia, revoked license, expired tag, headlamps violation.

AUG. 14: Amanda Sturgis, 42, 812 Cleveland Avenue, revoked license, no registration, no insurance, fictitious tag, borrowed license plate.

AUG. 15: Brian Whisnant, 48, Bessemer City, revoked license.

AUG. 15: David Lee La Follette, 43, Gastonia, revoked license, expired tag.

AUG. 15: Brandy Ramos, 40, 1904 Alpine Drive, stop sign violation.

AUG. 15: Amy Lawless, 44, Mooresboro, possession of marijuana and paraphernalis.

On August 19, around 1:30 a.m., Kings Mountain Police Department responded to a traffic crash on I-85 southbound near exit 8. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a passenger vehicle had collided with a tractor-trailer.

The investigation re-

vealed that the passenger car was traveling north in the southbound lane. The driver of the passenger vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver of the tractor-trailer had no reportable injuries. The victim has been identified as George

Joseph White Jr., 53 of Charlotte.

Kings Mountain Police thanked Kings Mountain Fire Department, Cleveland County EMS, and the North Carolina Highway Patrol for their assistance.

Deadly wrong-way crash on I-85 Saturday

What is Kings Mountain Forward?

By Loretta Cozart

On Saturday, August 19, Kings Mountain Forward hosted a meet-and-greet from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the Garden at Joy Performance Theater downtown during the NC BeachBlast Festival, so the community and business owners could learn more about the organization. So, what is Kings Mountain Forward, who is involved, and what do they stand for?

According to the handout shared, KM Forward’s mission is to build a community of citizens and business leaders to advocate for Kings Mountain as a place to live, play, shop, explore, and invest. They promote the economic, social, and cultural environment throughout

the city. Any small business in Kings Mountain is welcome to join them to support all Kings Mountain businesses and gain networking connections and publicity for members and their local businesses.

Officers of KM Forward are President, David Stone, VP Vicki Thompson, Secretary Kiamesha Young, Treasurer Mary Grace Keller, and Past President Jimmy Magar.

Non-officer Board Members include Sandie Dee, Jim Champion, Beth Allen, Paul Ingram, City of KM Marketing, Tourism, and Events Susan Mosk, Committee Chairs Cindy Souza, and

Jimbo Thompson.

Jimbo Thompson chairs the Central Business District Standards Committee and members include David Stone and Russ Putnam.

Cindy Souza chairs the KM Small Business Promotion Committee and members include Chris Gibby, Taylor Caldera, Sky Smith, Jewel Reavis, Ellis Noell, Iris Hubbard, and Vicki Thompson.

Phil Dee chairs KM Small Business Economic Development, and members are Sandie Dee and Steve Padgett.

Jim Champion chairs Build a Strong Business Community, and members include Beth Allen, Paul Ingram, Tim Miller, and Jimmy Magar.

David Stone chairs the

Kings Mountain Forward RBM Program (Commercial Real Estate redevelopment, rehabilitation, and maintenance).

“We look at Kings Mountain like a wheel with spokes. We have our central business district, but we are also inter-

ested in driving business and economic development down our major thoroughfares, like Battleground Avenue, Cleveland Avenue, Highways 161 and 216, and King Street, from the Patrick Senior Center west to the by-pass. We are concerned with how we

should market Kings Mountain and effectively drive people to our city,” Stone said. If you would like to know more about KM Forward, please speak to a board member for more information. KM Forward is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

everyone

ect-Youth Suicide Prevention, and TLK Candles to participate. Citizens can utilize annual physicals, sick visits, and chronic disease management like diabetes and high blood pressure by visiting Cleveland County Health Department’s Primary 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.

Wenella Smith greeted

with a smile.

NC State Extension staff and Katherine Pendergrass of Davidson Association teach a lesson in nutrition.

Photos by Loretta Cozart

Vendors were on hand, offering unique products.

OPINION

TODAY’S QUOTE:

You cannot control what happens to you, but you can control your attitude toward what happens to you, and in that, you will be mastering change rather than allowing it to master you.

–Brian Tracy

Pieces of Kings Mountain History

Hayne

Neisler is a wealth of knowledge about early Kings Mountain history. This week, he shared the bizarre story of George E. Coolidge and his wife, Emma, and their two sons. The family moved to Kings Mountain six years after the city was incorporated in 1874. In 1884 the New York Times newspaper carried a sensational story concerning Mr. George Coolidge and his wife, Emma. The Coolidge’s had moved to Kings Mountain in 1880 when George was hired to be superintendent of the Kings Mountain Gold mine near Lake Montonia Road.

The Coolidge’s became well known in Kings Mountain and moved into a home on present-day Gaston Street. In 1884, after twelve years of marriage, the couple became estranged with George accusing his wife Emma of infidelity.

Mr. Coolidge took custody of the couple’s sons, Alfred, and William, and remained in Kings Mountain. Following this estrangement, Mrs. Emma Coolidge placed the following ad in a Spartanburg, S.C. newspaper.

‘’I offer a $2,000 reward for the delivery of my two children, Willie B. Coolidge, and Alfred G. Coolidge, three and nine years of age. The two children, one dark-eyed and the other blue-eyed, are now living with their father, George E. Coolidge. I will pay one thousand dollars for one, or two thousand dollars for two to any party who can deliver my children. I will deposit funds and pay all expenses. My address is Kings Mountain, N.C.

“Six men from Spartanburg, S.C. acted on her ad. Arriving by train from Spartanburg and disguised in raincoats they debarked at the depot and headed by foot to the George Coolidge’s residence on Gaston Street. Local residents were suspicious of the strange men and notified the police. All six were arrested outside the Coolidge home. In court in Shelby, they were charged with attempted kidnapping and were placed under $ 1000 bond each. All six men were later convicted and served prison terms of five years each.

What happened to the Coolidge’s? Three months after this kidnapping attempt George Coolidge moved with his two young sons to Philadelphia. Emma Coolidge, however, had not given up her

hope of gaining custody of her sons. The March 13, 1885, Philadelphia Inquirer ran the following story.

‘’Mrs. Emma Coolidge was arrested today on the charge of attempting to kidnap her ten-yearold son, Alfred, and with conspiring with two others to accomplish her purpose. The woman and her husband, George E. Coolidge, a gold miner from the South, lived together until a few months ago in Kings Mountain, N.C. She is the daughter of General Robert Deshu who fought with General Zachary Taylor in Mexico. In December 1884 Mrs. Coolidge brought an action for the possession of her two sons. The Court declined to grant her appeal, but her husband last month permitted her to gain custody of the threeyear-old boy William after she paid Mr. Coolidge $1,000.

“Previously the mother, in her efforts to get possession of both boys, hired a band of armed men in December of 1884 to go to Mr. Coolidge’s house at Kings Mountain and kidnap the children. Their design was discovered and Mr. Coolidge, with a posse of local men, went and captured all six conspirators. All have been sent to prison. Three months ago, Mr.

Looking Back

came to Philadelphia and his wife followed him and renewed her efforts to regain custody of the other son. Mr. Coolidge, as a precautionary measure, had police domiciled in his house and today an attempt at abduction was attempted. An old woman called at the house and made an ineffective attempt to obtain admission. The police followed her some distance and found Mrs. Coolidge in a carriage. They arrested Mrs. Coolidge, and she is being held on $1,500 bail until a hearing next week.”

Another article about the Coolidge family comes from an 1895 Carbondale, Pa. newspaper.

“The domestic troubles of the Coolidge family have assumed a startling aspect by the arrest of the eldest son, Alfred Coolidge, on the charge of using threats of murder to extort money from his mother. The social prominence (drew) much interest when on Tuesday last Mrs. Coolidge caused the arrest of Mr. Coolidge on the charge of non-support for her and her fourteenyear-old son, William. She now charges that her

other son, Alfred, who is arrayed on his father’s side, followed her to her home and demanded $25. When she refused, he drew a revolver and pointed it at her with the threat to shoot if she did not comply. William persuaded his brother to then leave the house. Alfred was arrested and is being held on a $1,000 bond.”

Very little can be found about the Coolidge family. Alfred Getze Coolidge died at 42 on November 12, 1916, and is buried in The Woodlands Cemetery in Philadelphia, PA.

Maui… terrible devastation can happen anywhere

Maui has long been the go-to destination for millions to experience paradise. Unfortunately, life has changed.

By Loretta Cozart

With school starting back last week, I wanted to share a photo posted by Cathy Beam on the Kings Mountain History Facebook page. This week’s photo is of Kings Mountain High School Class of 1925. The photo was taken at Kings Mountain High School on Ridge Street. The columns show that it wasn’t the current structure but the previous building that burned in the 1930s. The students look so young, and their fashion and hairstyles are far different from the current day. This photo was taken 98 years ago. Unfortunately, we don’t have the names of the

Maui is now the site of the deadliest fire in modern U.S. history. At this writing, over 90 persons are been reported dead, and the number is climbing as more bodies are found. The lovely town of Lahaina is nothing but charred remains and embers.

The news reports of people fleeing for their lives via any means of escape possible is horrific. People who were trying to escape in automobiles have been found unrecognizable except through eventual DNA testing. The entire island is now a humanitarian crisis. Medical supplies, food, and shelter are at crisis levels.

Like you, I’ve watched it from my television. Maui is a tragic global news story that no one wants to hear. Maui’s story reminds us that

devastation can happen anywhere. It was a hurricane that swept away Ft. Myers Beach last year. A tornado and flood destroyed parts of Kentucky. Or, it may be the fires that have destroyed so much in California. Maui reminds us that no paradise is untouchable.

You might feel safe and isolated in Appalachia. You may feel very comfortable in some remote western terrain. You may live in a comfortable suburb or city surrounded by all types of Emergency Responders; you may be living in a tropical paradise. But…there are no guarantees that your community is insulated from disaster.

When a tornado, hurricane, or flood cripples a community there is nothing to do except pick up the pieces and try to start over.

Likewise, Maui has no other choice, but it will take years. There is no overnight recuperation for disaster.

There will be ongoing questions about Maui’s emergency response abilities. What kind of fire department did Lahaina have? How often had they drilled and prepared for the possibility of a

widespread wildfire? Was it even something that the island thought possible?

As the smoke settles, these questions and more will be asked.

If you are reading this in the comfort and safety of your home or apartment then consider this; value what you have when you have it.

We all take the present for granted. We take our towns, schools, stores, jobs, incomes, residences, food, health, and each other for granted. We look back to the past and cherish a town that used to be. We cherish a parent or friend who used to be with us. We value and cherish old jobs and past experiences. It’s good to cherish the past. However, why not look around you today and value what and who you have – today.

In the meantime, we certainly pray for the hurting people of Maui. Most Americans will do what they can to be helpful and supportive. We always do.

That’s one of the many reasons our country is so great and so blessed.

Coolidge

LORETTA COZART

people pictured.

Glenn Mollette Guest Editorial

KMHS CLASS OF 1925 –

Photo by Cathy Beam

From fighting Cancer to celebrating Christ

Part 4

We are continuing down a journey with our pain in one hand and God’s Word in the other as we look at moving from cancer to celebrating Christ. I wish I could tell you it was easy or somehow automatic in the Christian life. It’s not, but I can tell you that the book of Psalms is our close friend during this journey.

Within Psalm 42 lies another secret to moving towards celebration which we can see repeated in verses 5 and 11. The secret may sound strange to us, but we learn from this passage that we must talk to ourselves. Yes, that’s right! The psalmist asks himself, “Why are you downcast?” He is asking himself: Why are you in such despair? Why are you so depressed? But let’s notice the key to hope. The secret to moving toward

celebration is to keep talking to yourself and don’t stop. The psalmist continues the conversation by urging himself to hope in his unchanging God. It is true that the psalmist is broken and depressed, but he also knows his God is good, powerful, kind, and mighty to save.

Oh friends, let us learn from these two simple verses that when we begin to hear the whispers of despair, fear, and hopelessness in our minds, we must bring the power, promises, and presence of our everpresent, un-

Revive Me O Lord Revival at Cornerstone Church

changing God to mind until hopelessness is replaced by hope and fear is replaced by faith. When we find ourselves crying out, “What am I going to do now?” remember to first speak openly and honestly to our God, then speak to ourselves, asking Him for what we need and reminding ourselves that God is both willing and able to bring hope to the hopeless. Our God is mighty to save! Celebration is coming!

Revive Me O Lord Revival Services will be held CornerStone Church of God, 202 Margrace Rd., Kings Mtn., beginning Sunday, Aug. 27 at 11am and Monday thru Wednesday 28-30 at 7PM. The guest Evange-

Evangelist Wayne Miller

list Wayne Miller of The Church of God (Cleveland TN) is a powerful speaker and author. We are seeking God for Life changing Spiritual renewal, salvation and healing of soul and body. Come expecting a Mighty Move of God!

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Kings Mountain Area Church Directory

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

Patterson Grove Baptist Church

301 Oak Grove Rd.. • Kings Mountain

Anew Beginning Baptist Church 145 Battleground Dr. 704-473-1372

Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700

Arise Church 830 E. King St. Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487

Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917

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

Central United Methodist Church 113 S. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-2471

Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697

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

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

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

Connections Church 306 N. Piedmont Ave. 704-750-4972

Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-689-4430

Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477

Crowders Mountain Baptist 125 Mayberry Lane 704-739-0310

David Baptist Church 2300 David Baptist Ch. Rd. 704-739-4555

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

East Kings Mountain Church of God Hwy 161, Bessemer City/ KM Hwy. 704-739-7367

Eastside Baptist Church 308 York Road 704-739-8055

Ebenezer Baptist Church 1621 County Line Road 704-739-8331

El Bethel United Methodist Church 122 El-bethel Road 704-739-9174

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

Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

Ephesians 4:32

And whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.”

Mark 11:25

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

I John 1:9

Battleground Community Church

Library hosts Great Southeast Pollinator Census

By Loretta Cozart

Mauney Memorial Li-

brary sponsored a meet-up for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census hosted at the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail in Kings Mountain on Friday, August 18,

from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

The Great Southeast Pollinator Census is a citizen science project created by the University of Georgia and is designed for everyone to participate and make a positive impact on pollinator conservation.

Butterflies we abundant during the pollinator census.

DAR News

at the Gateway Trail.

On Sunday, August 13, members of the Tryon Resolves and Colonel Frederick Hambright Chapter of DAR commemorated the signing of the Tryon Resolves at the monument to the signers near the Tryonata Fire Department. Pictured left to right: Allison Falls, Secretary of the Colonel Fredrick Hambright Chapter, Audrey Ramsuer Edwards, Commemorative Events Chair of the Colonel Fredrick Hambright Chapter, Doug Blackburn, Tryon Resolves Chapter members, Debbie Beam, Louanna Kiser, Millicent Heavener, Chapter Regent, and Kay Turner. (Photos provided)

Members of Colonel Frederick Hambright Chapter attended the District II Annual Meeting in Lenoir on July 20. The chapter is honored to have a member serving on the State Exectutive Board and one serving on the District Exectutive Board. Pictured, left to right are the chapter members who attended, Lynn Patterson, State Recording Secretary and Chapter Vice-Regent Renee Bost, District 2 Treasurer and past Chapter Regent Libby Putnam, Past District 2 Director and Chapter Regent Robin Meyer, and Karen Richardson.

Colonel Frederick Hambright Chapter was front and center at this year’s NCSDAR State Conference. The chapter loaned its 1914 gavel made from wood from the Kings Mountain Battlefield to State Regent Anna Choi for her use to call to order and to recess the 2023 State Conference. Pictured, L-R: with the historic gavel are Chapter Regent Robin Meyer, NCSDAR State Regent Anna Choi, State Recording Secretary, and Chapter Vice-Regent Renee Bost.

Gaston County LEAD Community Forum September 7

LEAD, which stands for Let Everyone Advance with Dignity, is a collaborative program between law enforce-

ment and the community which offers wraparound services to help address substance use disorder, behavioral health, home-

of mind, which gives us peace of mind. simple human sense

lessness & poverty.

A Community Forum is being held by Gaston County Police in the Gaston County Library Auditorium on Thursday, September 7, from 9:30 -

11 a.m. The public is encouraged to attend. Special Guests from the LEAD National Support Bureau will be on hand, including Director Najja Morris-Frazier and

Director of Policing Strategies Brendan Cox.

If you have additional questions, please contact LEAD Program Coordinator Adrien Sanders at asanders@gcps.org.

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Chop broccoli; add cheese, nuts, onion, and raisins.

Cook bacon and crumble.

Mix mayo, sugar, and vine-

gar. Add to rest with bacon and mix.

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1 cup water

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4 stalks broccoli

1 c. Cheddar cheese, grated

½ c. nuts ½ lb. bacon

1 pkg. corn bread mix

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Cook hamburger, pepper, and onion in 10-inch skillet until browned. Drain off fat. Mix beans and tomatoes and add to meat mix-

Arrange 2 lbs. stew beef in single layer; do not brown first. Add chunks of carrots, potatoes, onions and celery to suit. Pour over one ounce can of tomato sauce plus 1 can of water and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Salt and pepper to taste. Last, scatter 2 teaspoons quick-cook tapioca on top. Seal with foil. Place in 325-degree oven for 2 to 3 hours, longer will not matter, then your whole dinner is ready.

Photo by Shirley Brutko

MOMENT

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I can’t explain the feeling to anybody how that felt to watch her walk in and sign in as an administrator. I would have never guessed that would happen.”

The experience was an important one for Cailyn, too. “I felt excited and nervous to attend the meeting. Excited about the new adventure that I had worked hard to achieve and to know I was attending a meeting with my mom that I had heard her talk about for years. This was a defining moment in my career, knowing the hard work is paying off.”

Susie started her career as the PE teacher at Grover and began coaching at Kings Mountain High School in 1991. She moved to the high school to teach and continued coaching. “When Cailyn and her brother Caleb were born, I started teaching,’ she said. “I had Caleb right before I started. And then her while I was at Grover and I was coaching, so they became gym rats. They were everywhere. I mean, I’ve got pictures of them sleeping on bleachers because they were with me.”

Susie became the Assistant Principal at Grover for ten years, moving on to Shelby for one year as assistant principal and then to Union as an Assistant Principal for eight years. She is the Transportation Coordinator for Cleveland County Schools and has been in that role for seven years.

So, it isn’t surprising that Cailyn, and her brother Caleb, would gravitate toward work in Cleveland County Schools because, in a way, that is where they grew up. Susie says, “My son Caleb works in maintenance. The school system means so much to him that that’s

where he wanted to work because he knew that was a good place to be.” Many families work in Cleveland County Schools, according to Susie, and hers is no different. “Cailyn is an assistant principal, her husband Eric is in technology, my daughter-in-law Amber is a teacher assistant at Grover, and Caleb is the plumber for maintenance,” she said. For them, working for Cleveland County Schools is a family affair.

The bond between Susie and Cailyn was evident as they spoke. “We know we are in our safe place with each other. She can call and tell me how she feels. And I can call to share how I feel, and we know it will be all right between us,” Cailyn said.

“Mom coached me throughout the years, so there were times we had to put aside our mother-daughter relationship. She was the leader and told me what I needed to do to fix things.

We have a relationship and can be honest with each other and don’t take it personally. She has taught me to take criticism to improve myself and use it to my advantage.”

When asked about the transition from the classroom to administration, Cailyn said, “It’s going to be an adjustment for a while. And I have great leaders that I’m working with who are paving the way to help me lead.”

Even though Cailyn is now a wife, mother of two, and assistant principal, she and her mom always talk on their way to work. “Every morning, we have our car conversation on the way to school, and it has always been that way,” Cailyn said. This mother and daughter, now peers in the workplace, have an unshakable bond called love and a defining moment that will last a lifetime.

CRISIS

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as soon as we get a big food order in, it’s all gone within a day or two! We really could use anything, but here are some of the most needed items:

• Peanut Butter

• Jelly

• Spaghetti Sauce and pasta

• Canned vegetables

• Canned meat-tuna, chicken, Spam, salmon, Vienna sausages, etc.

• Cans of soup

• Canned Fruit or Fruit cups

• Macaroni and Cheese

• Rice

• Oatmeal

• Grits

• Crackers

• Boxes of Cereal

• Paper towels and toilet tissue

• Sugar

• Flour Cooking oil

• Shampoo

• Soap

• Razors and Shaving

cream

• Bibles KMCM is a Second Harvest Food Pantry and receives donations of fresh produce, deli, and bakery items from Food Lion and Walmart. They receive can goods from many businesses, churches, and individuals that hold food drives and donate food monthly. Local realtors leave door hangers, and many individuals support the mission through them.

The ministry receives funding from local churches, individuals, United Way, the City of Kings Mountain, grants, charitable organizations, and fundraisers. The City of Kings Mountain provides office space and facilities at the YMCA free of charge.

Those applying for as-

sistance must meet certain criteria and provide all the following items: driver’s license or picture ID of all adults in the household, Social Security CARDS of all in the household (adults & children), proof of income/ money received in last 30 days, copy of DSS Food Stamp Letter, proof of residency (correct name & address), and proof showing why in crisis - any receipts, statement, etc.

Anticipating greater needs from people, and due to rising inflation, KMCM is looking for partners, both individual and corporate, to become monthly donors. For more information or to make an online donation, visit www.kmcrisisministry.org.

The Kings Mountain Crisis Ministry is located on the back, right side, of the YMCA building. Visitors can park at the outside pool area. The ministry is open for donations, food, clothes, and financial assistance on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Call 704-739-7256 to make an appointment. Items needed are clothing and linens. No furniture or other household items are accepted.

Board member Ricky Yow is also a member of Battleground Community Church that supports KMCM and suggests if people want to make donations outside the ministry’s hours, donors can call 704734-5419 and schedule a time to drop-off donations at 309 S Battleground Avenue instead. They will take them to the ministry.

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – MATTHEW 11:28

Joy Theater opened on June 1, 1949, in the heart of downtown Kings Mountain. The last surviving theater of three that once served the community simultaneously: The Imperial Theater, Dixie Theater, and Joy Theater. Currently, Joy Theater is undergoing a major renovation. The façade has been painted to complement the Mid-century modern architecture, with tile added to the front this week that matches the terrazzo tile in the lobby. It is anticipated that all work will be completed by February 2024, should things go according to plan.

ACADEMY

From Page 1A

Staff that they are not accustomed to seeing when they pay their utility bill at City Hall. While the goal is to provide participants with good information and convey a positive image of the City of Kings Mountain, this may also be an opportunity for them to ask questions about where their tax dollars are being spent and how their utility rates are determined. It is important for both Council and Staff to be prepared to answer these types of questions and address their concerns.

The City Council first expressed interest in creating a Citizens Academy in the spring of 2018 to educate the citizens of Kings Mountain about the goals and objectives of their city government and to familiarize citizens with how City government operates. Another goal of the academy was to inform citizens on how they might become involved in decisions that have a direct impact on them and their community by serving on one of the City’s many boards and commissions.

CITIZENS ACADEMY Fall 2023

Schedule of Sessions

Sessions will begin at 5:30 pm. Dinner will be provided. Council Meetings begin at 6:00 pm.

Session I September 28Introductions - Welcome Message from Staff/Mayor/City Council Members, Overview of the Citizens Academy, Municipal Government and City Manager Form of Government (Administration & HR), H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Center, 909 E. King Street Session II October 5 - Fiscal Services: - Finance, Customer Service and Information Technology, City Hall, 101 W. Gold Street, Council Chambers, Council WS October 12 Council Chambers, City Hall Session III October 19Development Services: - Planning, Inspections & Codes and Marketing, Tourism & Events, 101 W. Gold Street, Council Chambers Session IV October 26Public Safety – Police and Fire - Public Safety Training Room – KMPD, 112 S. Piedmont Avenue

Session V November 2

Public Infrastructure (Water, Moss Lake, Public Works,Stormwater and Cemetery), Energy Services (Gas and Electric), Public Works Conference Room, 1013 N. Piedmont Avenue Session VI November 16

Cultural Enrichment – Library, Senior Center and RecreationMauney Memorial Library, 100 S. Piedmont Avenue, Graduation November 28 City Council Chambers.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The public will take notice that the City Council of the City of Kings Mountain has called a public hearing regarding the City of Kings Mountain Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) to repeal and replace Title XV: Land Usage, Chapter 156 Unified Development Ordinance.

The hearing will take place at City Hall, 101 W. Gold Street, Kings Mountain, North Carolina in Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 during the regularly scheduled City Council meeting. The UDO that became effective July 1, 2021, was most recently amended on May 30, 2023. Proposed new amendments to the UDO include edits and the addition of text concerning:

UDO Section 156.10.02 District Establishment

UDO Section 156.10.03 Lot and Building Standards

UDO Section 156.20.02 Planned Development District

UDO Section 156.50.08 Performance Flex Lot

UDO Section 156.70.03 Adequate Public Facilities Standards

UDO Section 156.120.02 Major Subdivision

UDO Section 156.170 Definitions

The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Opportunity for public input will be offered during the public hearing portion of the meeting. For additional information regarding the proposed changes, please contact Development Services at 704-734-4595.

KMH (8/16 & 23/2023)

Photo by Loretta Cozart

Faked punt for touchdown propels Mountaineers to 34-17 season opening victory over Shelby Lions

A fake punt for a 40-yard touchdown run by Robert Kendrick on the first play of the second quarter broke a 7-7 tie and propelled Kings Mountains Mountaineers to a 34-17 opening season victory over the Shelby Golden Lions Friday night at KM’s John Gamble Stadium.

The win was the Mountaineers’ fourth in the past five seasons over their rivals from across the creek and the first for new head coach Strait Herron, who came to KM after a remarkable career as a five-time state championship coach at South Point High School in Rock Hill, SC.

Like any other coach, Herron was pleased with the victory but knows there’s still a lot of work to do as the team gets ready for the Big South 3A Conference race.

“It was fun,” he said of his debut here. “We went out with a great attitude and a lot of motivation. But after watching the film we did a lot of great things but also some things we need to fix.”

Each team scored on its first possession to end the first quarter 7-7. Shelby won the pre-game coin toss and deferred to the second half. With transfer quarterback Zandan Zollo calling the shots the Mountaineers drove the opening kickoff 80 yards in nine plays to score on a three-run run by Teddy Jeffries and a Max Thompson extra point. Jeffries, who was the Mountaineers’ leading rusher last year when they went 13-1, was injured in the second half and his status for this week was unknown at The Herald’s press deadline.

“We don’t know how bad it is yet,” Coach Herron said. “We don’t want things like that to happen but you have to plan for the next game.

We’ll know more about it later this week.”

Shelby answered that early score with a 53 yard kickoff return to the KM 44 yard line. Four plays later Triston Tate caught a 33-yard touchdown pass and Jose Lopez kicked the point-after.

With Jeffries and Jeramiah Hill doing the bulk of the running with a pass each to Jayden Gash, Ja’Qualyn Sanders and Xorian Lenair mixed in, the Mountaineers made it to the Shelby 32 before a sack by the Lions’ defense put them back to the 40 as the first quarter came to a close.

Facing fourth and 18, Coach Herron decided it was the “perfect situation” to fake the punt.

“We felt like we could pick up the first down,” he said. “If we punted it would probably have gone in the end zone and they would’ve gotten the ball at the twenty anyway. Things just opened up and it went for a touchdown. Our quarterback called for it and the whole team handled it well.”

From there, the Mountaineers built a 17-10 lead on a 30-yard field goal from Max Thompson that zoomed to 34-10 before the Lions tacked on a final TD on a 17-yard reception by Triston Tate with 2:20 remaining in the game.

Kings Mountain took just three plays to stretch the lead to 24-10 on a 29-yard TD pass from Zollo to Lenair with 49.3 seconds left in the half.

A pass interception by Kameron Adams with four minutes left in the third quarter put the Mountaineers in business at the Lions’ 34. Three plays later Thompson kicked a 39-yard field goal to run the KM lead to 27-10.

The Lions were on their own nine yard line facing fourth and 12 when they got off just a 20-yard punt. Gash caught a 27-yard pass to two yard line and Hill scored from there to make it 34-10.

Shelby got its final TD with 2:20 remaining on a 17yard reception by Tate.

“I was really pleased with our offense,” Coach Herron said. “We spent a lot of time trying to decide on a starting quarterback. Zollo did a good job but we still have some things to work on.

“Defensively, we made a ton of mistakes. We have to be able to play sound football to win the big games.

“I was really pleased to win this one. I’ve gotten a lot of texts.”

KM travels to Cox Mill this Friday

Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers will face another tough non-conference opponent when they travel to Cox Mill Friday night for a 8 o’clock game.

Cox Mill dropped its non-conference opener last week 54-3 but it was to perennial state power Weddington. They lost their season opener last year, too, but then went on to finish 5-1 in its conference and 9-3 overall.

Cox Mill has a ton of depth with a 61-man roster that includes 18 seniors. They are members of the 4A West Conference

which includes perennial powers like Mooresville, West Cabarrus and Kannapolis A.L. Brown, Lake Norman, Hickory Ridge and South Iredell.

Kings Mountain hopes to go in at full strength but at the time of this writing it’s not certain if leading rusher Teddy Jeffries will be fully recovered from last week’s injury against Shelby.

“We will need to do a lot of work this week,” says Mountaineer head coach Strait Herron whose first win at KMHS came against the school’s longest rival, Shelby. “Cox

Mill lost to Weddington but Weddington is a really good team. Playing them after a big game like that is always a concern. We can’t take it lightly.”

The Mountaineers will go on the road again next Friday to face county-rival Burns, which is favored to win its conference for the second straight year and go deep in the state 2A playoffs again. After that the Mountaineers will take a week off before beginning Big South 3A play September 15 at Hunter Huss.

A Shelby player tries to bring down KM’s Josiah Hill but it’s too little, too late as Hill is already in the back of the end zone in the Mountaineers’ big opening season win over the Lions last Friday at Gamble Stadium.

Teddy Jeffries gets a block from Matt Rikard for a touchdown in Mountaineers’ opening season win over Shelby.

Photos by Gary Smart

Junior Max Thompson (26) handled the kicking duties for the Mountaineers in their opening season win over Shelby. CJ Houser (left) and Zay Smith (right) are ready to take on the Lions’ returner. Thompson also was true on his PAT and field goals.

Bryson Brown tackles a Shelby ball carrier during Friday’s season opening win over the Lions.

First-year KM quarterback Zandan Zollo hands off to Teddy Jeffries in Friday’s season opening win over Shelby at Gamble Stadium.

KM VICTORIOUS OVER SHELBY

JVs drop opener at Shelby, first home game Thursday

Kings Mountain High’s JV football team opened its season Thursday with a hardfought 24-22 loss at Shelby. The Mountaineers will host Cox Mill Thursday at 6:30 at Gamble Stadium.

On the Lions’ second possession of the game, they took over at KM’s 14 yard line but the Mountaineer defense came up big and stopped them at the four yard line with just under four minutes to play in the first quarter.

KM’s Savion Lindsay capped off a 96-yard drive with a 63 yard touchdown run and Jakelan Littlejohn’s two-point conversion gave the Mountaineers an 8-0 lead.

With Shelby leading 12-8, Littlejohn picked off a pass and returned it 80 yards to the Lions’ 10 yard line with just over two minutes to play in

the second quarter. On KM’s opening drive of the third quarter, Lindsay ran 58 yards for a touchdown to give the Mountaineers a 14-12 lead.

In the fourth quarter, Malachi Powell caused a fumble that was recovered by Lyric Phonephet to give the Mountaineers the ball at their own 39 yard line. Two plays later Lindsay ran it in from 63 yards out for his third touchdown of the night. Littlejohn’s second two-point conversion gave the Mountaineers a 22-18 lead.

After a Shelby score, KM was able to drive the ball to Shelby’s six yard line before giving it up on downs. Lindsay led the Mountaineer offense with 249 yards rushing, 63 yards receiving and three touchdowns.

The Mountaineers and their cheerleaders are ready to go as they take the field against their longest rival Shelby last Friday at Gamble Stadium. Photos by Gary Smart

Javier Curry had a big game for the Mountaineers in Friday’s win over Shelby.

Fans, Bands & Stands

Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers started their 101st football season Friday night with a new tradition of entering John Gamble Stadium down the hill behind the concession stand. They got things started on the right foot as they defeated the always-tough Shelby Golden Lions 34-17. (Photos by Gary Smart)

SPORTS THIS WEEK

Wed., August 23

6 p.m. – High school men’s soccer, Shelby at Kings Mountain.

Thurs., August 24 4 p.m. – High school volleyball, Weddington at Kings Mountain (JVs, followed by varsity).

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE

SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 23 E 608

In the Matter of the Estate of: MICHAEL DWAYNE QUEEN, Deceased.

Having qualified on the 31st day of July, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of Michael Dwayne Queen, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executor on or before the 16th day of November 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.

This the 16th day of August, 2023.

Michael Queen 201 N. Sims St. Kings Mountain, NC 28086

KMH (8/16, 8/23, 8/30 & 9/6/2023)

6:30 p.m. – JV football, Cox Mill at Kings Mountain.

Friday, August 25

7 p.m. – High school football, Kings Mountain at Cox Mill

Mon., Aug. 28

6 p.m. – High school men’s soccer, Kings Mountain at East Rutherford.

Tues., Aug. 29

5 p.m. – High school volleyball, KM at Clover, SC (JVs, followed by varsity).

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 13th of July, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of JOEL RONNIE WESSON, 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 Pless, Executor on or before the 9th of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 9th day of August, 2023.

David Pless, Executor

Estate of Joel Ronnie Wesson

815 Poplar Springs Church Road Shelby, NC 28152

KMH (8/09, 16, 23 & 30/2023

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 17th of August, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of ROBERT N. CAMP; AKA, ROBERT NORMAN CAMP, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corpora-tions having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Judy D. Camp, Executrix on or before the 23rd of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corpora-tions indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 23rd day of August, 2023.

Judy D. Camp, Executrix

Estate of Robert N. Camp; aka, Robert Norman Camp 105 Oakmount Drive Kings Mountain, NC 28086

KMH (8/23, 30, 9/06 & 13/2023)

The Mountaineer stands – as well as the banks on the home side – were full for the Mountaineers’ annual battle with their longest rival, the Shelby High Golden Lions, Friday. After each team scored on its first drive the Mountaineers rolled 34-17 to make new coach Strait Herron’s debut one to remember.

These young ladies who are being taught to cheer by the KMHS varsity cheerleaders did a spectacular job during the Mountaineers’ season opening victory over Shelby last Friday night at John Gamble Stadium.

This little fan was having a ball cheering the Mountaineers on to an exciting win over the Shelby Lions.

Fans, Bands & Stands

Kings Mountain Middle fall sports schedules

FOOTBALL

AUGUST 30 – Kings Mountain at Shelby

SEPTEMBER

8 – Kings Mountain at West Lincoln

13 – North Lincoln at Kings Mountain

Shelby

SEPTEMBER

5 – Kings Mountain at Lincolnton

7 – Kings Mountain at North Lincoln

12 – West Lincoln at Kings Mountain

onship at Chase.

*(All matches begin at 4 p.m.)

MEN’S SOCCER

Autumn

Johnson named Grover Elementary Outstanding Student

The Kings Mountain High School Athletics Department has named Autumn Johnson as Grover Elementary School’s Fourth Grade Outstanding Student. She exemplifies a good citizen in every aspect of the phrase. Autumn goes above and beyond academically and encourages her peers to do the same. She has made huge impact on her friends as she becomes more independent.

Autumn recognizes when there is a need and doesn’t hesitate to fix or help someone else with it. Although Autumn doesn’t like to be put in the spotlight, her peers recognize her as a leader and admire her work ethics and leadership skills. She sets and strives to meet personal goals.

Autumn’s favorite subject is math. She

McDaniel, Athletic Department Representative.

enjoys horseback riding, crocheting and cooking. She would like to own her own restaurant when she grows up.

Autumn lives with her Mom Elise and sister

LEGAL NOTICE

COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 13th of July, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of RAFAEL LUGO, 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, Eliezer Lugo, Executor on or before the 2nd of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of August, 2023.

Eliezer Lugo, Executor Estate of Rafael Lugo

139 Shady Hollow Circle SE Cleveland, TN 37323

KMH (8/02, 09, 16 & 23/2023)

Alyvia.

Grover School is honored to recognize Autumn Johnson at tonight’s game.

20 – East Lincoln at Kings Mountain

27 – Kings Mountain at Lincolnton

OCTOBER

4 – Burns at Kings Mountain

11 – First round of play-

18 – Championship**

*Fifth quarter begins at 4:30; Game begins at 5 p.m.

**Site to be determined.

CROSS COUNTRY

SEPTEMBER

11 – KM, Thomas Jefferson and Burns at East Ruth-

18 – Chase, Lincolnton and East Lincoln at Kings Mountain.

25 – KM, North Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson at West Lincoln.

OCTOBER

2 – KM, Burns and Shelby

9 – Conference championship at Burns.

*All start at 4:30 p.m.

SOFTBALL

AUGUST 29 – Crest at Kings Mountain.

31 – Kings Mountain at

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 1st of August, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of NELLIE MARIE WILSON HAMRICK, 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, Chris Hamrick, Executor on or before the 16th of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 16th day of August, 2023.

Chris Hamrick, Executor

Estate of Nellie Marie Wilson Hamrick 34 Edith LN Capon Bridge, WV 26711 KMH (8/16, 23, 30 & 9/06/2023)

14 – Kings Mountain at East Lincoln

19 – Kings Mountain at Burns

21 – Lincolnton at Kings Mountain

OCTOBER

3 – North Lincoln at Kings Mountain

5 – Kings Mountain at West Lincoln

10 – East Lincoln at Kings Mountain

12 – Burns at Kings Mountain

17 – First round of playoffs*

19 – Champ

GOLF

SEPTEMBER 5 – KM, West Lincoln and East Rutherford at Forest City Golf Course.

12 – KM, Lincolnton and Chase at West Lincoln.

19 – KM, Burns and Chase at RS Central

27 – North Lincoln, Shelby and East Rutherford at Kings Mountain.

OCTOBER

3 – KM, Burns and Shelby at Crest

10 – Conference champi-

AUGUST 29 – Crest

31 – at Shelby

SEPTEMBER

5 – at Lincolnton

7 – at North Lincoln

12 – West Lincoln

14 – at East Lincoln

19 – at Burns

21 – Lincolnton

OCTOBER

3 – North Lincoln

5 – at West Lincoln

10 – East Lincoln

12 – Burns 17 – First round playoffs (TBA) 19 – Championship (TBA)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 3rd of August, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of BOBBY HAROLD DOWNS, 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, Renee Downs Smith, Executrix on or before the 9th of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 9th day of August, 2023.

Renee Downs Smith, Executrix

Estate of Bobby Harold Downs 409 Wes Cook Road Casar, NC 28020

KMH (8/09, 16, 23 & 30/2023)

The Kings Mountain High band gave its usual great performance at Friday night's season opener with the Shelby Golden Lions at John Gamble Stadium. The Mountaineers then put on a great performance with a thrilling 34-17 win to begin their 101st football season and their first under new head coach Strait

Stranded hiker rescued with help of GCPD drone unit

On Thursday, August 17, the Gaston County Police Department was dispatched to a missing person call about an 18-year-old that had been missing since Wednesday, August 16. North Carolina Park Rangers subsequently located the missing person’s vehicle at Crowders Mountain State Park and began searching the area. Park Rangers requested assistance from the Gaston County Police Drone Unit, Gaston Emergency Medical Services (GEMS), Gastonia Fire Department, and Gaston County Emergency Management. A coordinated search of Crowders Mountain was conducted, and after a short time, County Police officers and Park Rangers could hear the missing person yelling out for help. The GCPD Drone Unit pinpointed the exact loca-

tion of the missing person in medical distress in a remote area of the mountain. The drone guided rescue personnel in and allowed GEMS personnel to have eyes on the patient to determine a treatment and rescue plan. A successful patient rescue was conducted thanks to the agencies’ joint efforts.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATOR CTA

Having qualified on 14th of July 2023 as Administrator CTA of the Estate of Betty Lou Bridges (15 E 300), 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 Barry Stowe Bridges, Administrator CTA, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before November 2, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of August, 2023.

Barry Stowe Bridges

Administrator CTA of the

Estate of Betty Lou Bridges

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

402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Executrix of the ESTATE OF RUBY COLEMAN AIKEN deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said Ruby Coleman Aiken to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Adrienne Suzanne Aiken Fisher, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 16th day of November, 2023 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 16th day of August, 2023. Adrienne Suzanne Aiken Fisher, Executrix of the Estate, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (8/16, 8/23, 8/30 & 9/6/2023)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The public will take notice that the City Council of the City of Kings Mountain has called a public hearing regarding an application for rezoning.

Phillips Dee/Dee Properties LLC, Applicant/Owner has requested an amendment to the Zoning Map of the City of Kings Mountain regarding the following: Rezone approximately 17.62 acres, identified as Cleveland County Parcels 11038, 11039 and 11040 located at and near 2015 Shelby Road. The petitioner would like the property rezoned from Suburban Residential (SR) and Suburban Commercial (SC) to Mixed Use (MU). Case Z-23-4

The public hearing will be at City Hall, 101 W. Gold Street, Kings Mountain, North Carolina on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Opportunity for public input will be offered during the public hearing portion of the meeting. A copy of the application may be obtained by contacting Development Services at 704-734-4595.

KMH (8/16 & 8/23/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 1st of August, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of BILLY RAY HAMRICK, 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, Chris Hamrick, Executor on or before the 16th of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 16th day of August, 2023.

Chris Hamrick, Executor Estate of Billy Ray Hamrick 34 Edith LN Capon Bridge, WV 26711 KMH (8/16, 23, 30 & 9/06/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 4th of August, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of DAVID PRESLEY, 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, Christian Blue Presley, Administrator on or before the 16th of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 16th day of August, 2023.

Christian Blue Presley, Administrator

Estate of: David Presley 922 W. Sumter St. Shelby, NC 28150

Counsel for the Estate

McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 17th of July, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of CARLA JO PIERCY, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Melissa Renee Scism, Administratrix on or before the 2nd of November, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery.

All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of August, 2023.

Melissa Renee Scism, Administratrix

Estate of: Carla Jo Piercy

118 Ferntree Dr. Grover, NC 28073

Counsel for the Estate

McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/02, 09, 16 & 23/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 7th of June, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of BETTY ANNE REYNOLDS, 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, Claudia Grace Mills, Administratrix on or before the 2nd of November, 2023 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 2nd day of August, 2023.

Claudia Grace Mills, Administratrix

Estate of: Betty Anne Reynolds

809 Ramseur Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Counsel for the Estate

McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/02, 09, 16 & 23/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of John D. Hastings, Sr. of Cleveland County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against the estate of said decendent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or before the 21st day of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 23rd day of August 2023.

John Mark Hastings PO Box 253 Lawndale, NC 28090

Attorney Martha Wallace King Law Offices, PC 410 N Lafayette St Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (8/23, 30, 9/06 & 13/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 2nd of August, 2023 as Administrator-CTA of the Estate of DORIS W. ELLIOTT, 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, William Andrew Elliott, Jr., Administrator-CTA on or before the 23rd of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 23rd day of August, 2023.

William Andrew Elliott, Jr., Administrator-CTA

Estate of: Doris W. Elliott 3060 East Bridge St. Brighton, CO. 80601

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/23, 30, 9/06, 13/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 2nd of August, 2023 as Administrator-CTA of the Estate of INA JEAN HAGAR; AKA, INA

L. HAGAR, 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 Hagar, Administrator-CTA on or before the 23rd of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 23rd day of August, 2023.

David Hagar, Administrator-CTA

Estate of: Ina Jean Hagar; aka, Ina L. Hagar 126 Rollingbrook Road. Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Counsel for the Estate

McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/23, 30, 9/06, 13/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 28th of July, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of RODNEY O’NEIL PETTY, 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, Rodriguez Petty, Administrator on or before the 9th of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 9th day of August, 2023.

Rodriguez Petty, Administrator

Estate of: Rodney O’Neil Petty

302 Webb Farm Rd. Shelby, NC 28152

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/09, 16, 23 & 30/2023)

Emergency personnel conducting rescue.

The team works to rescue the missing hiker.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CHARLOTTENCUSA.COM. Visit www.CharlotteNCUSA. com to see the latest NC4Ever@USA.com

FOR SALE

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 704-297-0103

REUNIONS

PARKER REUNION. Looking forward to continuing our Parker Reunion which was previously held at Pisgah Church, Casar. We have moved it to a new location at Corinth Baptist Church 7929 W NC Hwy 10 in Vale, NC Bring your favorite dish and come join us Sunday, Sept. 24th, 2023 at 1:00! (828) 3085537 renaeparker@charter.net

EMPLOYMENT

EXPERIENCED LANDSCAPER $15 HOUR. Don’t bother calling if you don’t want to work. Must speak English. 704-5266640.

NEED SOMEONE TO HELP. Work on a Well Boring Machine, Install Pumps, Tanks, Waterlines, General Knowledge of Tools is Helpful. Must be able to drive a straight drive transmission. CALL/TEXT TONY 704740-6604.

PART-TIME MINISTER OF MUSIC. Mount Vernon Baptist Church, Forest City NC is seeking a part-time Minister of Music. Send resume to mountvernonforestcity@ gmail.com or mail to 2676 Hudlow Rd. Forest City, NC 28043 (828) 286-9294 mountvernonforestcity@ gmail.com

EXPERIENCED SERVICE

TECHNICIAN NEEDED. Shelby Automotive is looking for a reliable and knowledgeable service technician with a minimum of 5 years experience in the automotive industry. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Experience in luxury vehicles is a plus. Monday-Friday 8am5pm with paid holidays. Call 704-484-9900 or email resume to bobstill@carolina.rr.com (704) 484-9900 bobstill@carolina.rr.com

PART-TIME NON CDL DRIV-

ER. Needing a NON CDL driver (class C), Part time 2 to 3 days a week. 24 foot box truck driver. Local deliveries. (828) 286-7871 dispatch. hardintrucking@gmail.com

ONE ON ONE CARE, INC. Is hiring for Day Program Activity Coordinator. Includes some transport. Mon- Fri- 7am-3pm Also hiring for 2nd and 3rd shifts in the Residential homes, rotating schedule. Off every other weekend. If interested, apply at 203 Lee St., Shelby, NC 28150

NOW HIRING LANDSCAP-

ERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR

ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704) 473-0341

FULL TIME YOUTH /AS-

SOCIATE PASTOR. Mount Vernon Baptist Church, Forest City NC is seeking a fulltime Youth/Associate Pastor. Send resume to mountvernonforestcity@gmail.com or mail to 2676 Hudlow Rd. Forest City, NC 28043 (828) 286-9294 mountvernonforestcity@gmail.com

BUSINESS SERVICES

HANDYMAN SERVICES.

NOW IS THE TIME. Over 25 years Exp! Install Replace Hot water Heaters, Mulching, Trees and Bushes trimmed, Minor Repairs, Ceiling Fans, Mini Blind Installation, Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available. We will show up and do the job. Call us first, 704-692-4449.

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

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

BUSINESS SERVICES

“SWIFT SOLUTIONS” TOILET REPAIR EXPERTS! CHOOSE FROM ONE OF BADGER PLUMBING COMPANIES’ COMPREHENSIVE TOILET REBUILD PACKAGES. BASIC REBUILD PACKAGE: $150 (FLAPPER, FILLVALVE, AND SUPPLY LINE); PREMIUM REBUILD PACK-

AGE: $225 (FLAPPER, FILLVALVE, SUPPLY LINE, WAX

SEAL, BOLTS TO FLOOR);

ULTIMATE CARE PACKAGE:

$350 (FLAPPER, FILL-VALVE, SUPPLY LINE, WAX RING, BOLTS TO THE FLOOR, TANK TO BOWL SEAL). “EXPERIENCE TOP-QUALITY

TOILET REPAIR WITH BADGER PLUMBING COMPANY!”

“SATISFACTION IS GUARANTEED!” CALL: (980) 4035859 OR LEARN MORE AT WWW.PLUMBINGBADGER. COM (980) 403-5859 CHARLIE@PLUMBINGBADGER. COM

MORGAN’S DOWNED TREE REMOVAL. $50 cash for four hours of work per day. Includes hauling brush off. (828) 395-

0758

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

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

ALL LAWNS $35. CALL JOE’S Lawn Service. We will also Bid on Smaller Lawns! (Serving the Cleveland County Area) (828) 799-1292

RETAINING WALLS, PAVERS, GRADING, DEMOLITION. Site cleanup, ponds, fencing, maintenance, irrigation, landscaping, concrete, excavator work. 828-453-8113.

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

CHILD CARE

NOW ENROLLING NC PRE-K. Must be 4 by August 31st, 2023.

Please inquire at Connected

Kids Child Development Center at 600 N. Morgan St, Shelby or call Carol Rikard, Damitra Cannon or Katina Smith at 704-4875792.

AUCTIONS

PATTERSON SPRINGS STORAGE AUCTION PUB-

SALE. 11:30AM, Aug 31st, 2023 at Patterson Springs Storage, 1826 Creek Ridge Rd., Shelby, NC. Contents of Units: #14 Smarr, #21 Johnson for Non-Payment of Storage Rent. (704) 473-7358 andrew.sain@ gmail.com CHERRYVILLE MINI STOR-

AUCTION PUBLIC SALE. 11:00AM, Aug. 31st, 2023 at Cherryville & Mulberry Storage, 1001 E Main St., Cherryville, NC. Contents of Units: #17 Bolick, #13/14 Ellis for Non-Payment of Storage Rent. (704) 473-7358 andrew.sain@ gmail.com

YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY NEIGHBORHOOD WIDE YARD SALE. Sat., Aug. 26th from 07:00 AM - 12:00

PM. Multiple families in Bethlehem Estates area. 713 Bethlehem Road,

BEAUTIFUL WOOD DINING

TABLE with 4 chairs. Perfect for small family. $350. Call 704312-6020.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

ANNUAL SATELLITE SAM’S LIQUIDATIOM SALE. Held at Cleveland County Fairgrounds, Shelby, during the Radio Convention. Tuesday 8/29,- Friday 9/1/2023, 9am-6pm. Over 1000

discounts. There will

radio accessories, sun glasses, sun hats, computer equip. Great buys for Flea

FOR SALE

JOHN DEERE DIESEL TRACTOR $2800. Snapper riding mower $125. Fender, hood & bumper, for 1999-2002 Chevy Silverado, good shape, $200 for all. 5x10 utility trailer $500. Two Yamaha Sea-Doos w/trailer $3200 for all. 828-305-4941.

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

LIVESTOCK TRAILER. TANDEM AXLE TRAILER, 2 inch ball.10’x5’. $1175 (704) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth. net

7 TON GOOSENECK 25 FOOT. Lay

COMPOST TUMBLER with stand and book. $350. Call Bill at 704-692-2092.

TOTES $60. Metal & Plastic Barrels, Open or Closed Top $10. Feed Barrels 25 & 55 Gallon with Lids & Rings $20. Old Saw Mill Blade, $100. Call Jeff (828) 327-4782

HUSQVARNA RIDING MOW-

ERS. (2) 46” cut $600, (1) 48” cut $750, both good shape. Selling because I bought 2 Zero Turn mowers, 5x7 Lowe’s trailer $600. (704) 692-8622

“LIKE NEW” FRIGIDAIRE UP-

RIGHT FREEZER. Very Clean! only $325.00 (704) 692-4449 5FT. X 10FT. GUNTER TRAILER. Also garden tiller, runs but needs some work. 828-2860275.

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR

SALE. Call (704) 487-6855

ITEMS FOR SALE. Dining table glass top 4’x6’ lion foot maple w/6 chairs $300; 70 c10 radiator header, new front drums w/new shoes 6 lug etc; 87 Jaguar XJ6 steering wheel, taillights etc.; 04 Silverado bucket seats, 6-way electric w/lumbar; Universal black manual bucket seats; 71 Chevy 250 engine w/3 speed trans.; Engine stand; Homemade 3-point PTO driven leaf vac fits 855 JD; Antique disc harrow’s; Disc harrow w/16 disc- like new; 3-point boom pole. Call 704-487-4962, leave message and your number. I will return your call.

ASSORTMENT OF CHILTON

REPAIR MANUALS. I have a large assortment of Chilton Auto Repair Manuals. Some are imports and trucks. Some Motor Manuals all are hard back copies. Best Offer! (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

DOG KENNEL. 8’tall x 10’wide. 12 pieces, 8 without gate, 4 with gate. Must take down, move. $300 OBO. 828-200-7441.

MAGGIE VALLEY GET AWAY

FOR SALE. Camper home with a large, screened porch with house type roof. Located in center of town. $350 monthly lot rent. Call for details. 704-4600889. Please leave message.

NEW 6X12 TRAILER “RENT

TO OWN”. No Credit Check! $582 Down-$161 per month. Includes Tax & Title Fee. J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

15 STAINLESS KITCHEN

SINKS. $45 ea. Gun Cabinet, glass front, holds 6 guns $150. Exercise Bike $85, Heavy Duty Boat Trailer $600, Stingray Bike $400, 2 China Cabinets $359 ea, 231 Red Bricks $150. Storm Doors & Windows, assorted sizes $185 for all. TV Stand $65, Fireplace Mantel $250. (100)

8 Track Tapes $185. Table,

4 Chairs $75. Nice Women’s Dress Clothes & Dress Pants, assorted sizes $300 for all. Also Boys & Girls Clothes, $150 for all. (803) 818-1215

280Z, wheels & cover new, $75. (704) 435-3812 SIG SAUER 357 CALIBER Semi automatic stainless steel pistol. $750. (828) 289-1817

SHOPRIDER STREAMER.

$745. SLIGHTLY USED good mobility chair, 245 lb limit,, delivered, charger, warranty. Scooterman John (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

ITEMS FOR SALE. Aluminum Walkboards- (1)16 ft, (1)24 ft, Ladder Jacks-(4), Ladder Stabilizers-(4), Fiberglass Ladders-(4) 8 ft, (2) 16 ft, (2) 24 ft, Aluminum Trim Coil (PVU) - (5)

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

BLACKHAWK LEFT HANDED HOLSTER, $35. I have Blackhawk left handed Sherpa level 2 sportster holster fits colt 1911 or anything like it with or without a rail. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net NEW BADCOCK DIRECT HAMELTON II. Leather Sofa & Love Seat. Cream Color $1800. (202) 550-5093

TRAILERS, TRAILERS!

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

DOG PEN, 10X10X6, WEATHER TOP, extra gate, dog house, $75. Adjustable basketball goal, $25. 704-739-5032

USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/ SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828-980-0788 or 828286-8674.

TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704-434-6389, (704) 473-0867

TRAILER-BUY-SELL-TRADE!

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

STEEL BUILDINGS (OPEN OR FULLY ENCLOSED) 14 on Display. 12’ Wide to 40 EVEN 60 Clear Span. “We do Grading, Gravel, Concrete” TURN KEY! J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

Rolls- (3) green, (1) tan, (1) almond. Also, Canning JarsQuarts and Pints. Call 704-4734931.

NEW CAR SHED LOWER

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

BF GOODRICH T/A TIRES. 4 like new! ( Size 265/70/170) $400 OBO (704) 300-1818 kim_ hopper@bellsouth.net

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 CARS& TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 NEED TO SELL YOUR HOUSE? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call (704) 472-0006

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

FARM & GARDEN 6 FT HOWSE BUSH HOG. $600. (704) 473-4997

SHIPPING CRATE $35.00. I have wood shipping crates for sale with lids. 3 different sizes I can send pictures of them. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net

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

BEST GIFTS IN THE CAROLINAS. Visit www.NC4Ever.com to see the best gifts in the Carolinas. New arrivals. Don’t Wait! NC4Ever@USA.com

FLEA MARKET ITEMS. I have

2 Utility Buildings Full Of Flea Market Items. Want To Sell The Items. Come See! (828) 2230050 (828) 223-0050

BOATS

WANT TO BUY. 14’-17’ Aluminum John Boat. 704-300-8201.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

AKC GOLDEN

3 MOBILES RENT TO OWN!! RENT TO OWN - 3 Mobiles 2/2 and 2/1 in Rutherfordton, NC, $5000 down-monthly payment is $730 -$930. (727) 667-8879

Kings Mountain Farmers’ Market open through Oct.

Families and friends gather at Kings Mountain Farmers’ Market to buy fresh produce, coffee, meat, flowers, and local products every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. While there, they also learn about different fruits and vegetables and herbs. The market needs support from citizens and businesses to continue next season, so Shop Local and keep this community resource alive. Fresh fall vegetables will be available at the market through October.

Photos by Loretta Cozart

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE

Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of George W. Yarbro of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of the said George W. Yarbro to present them to the undersigned by November 2, 2023, or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery.

All persons indebted to said Estate, please make immediate payment.

This the 2nd day of August, 2023.

John Wayne Yarbro

1824 Shelby Road

Kings Mountain, North Carolina 28086

Executor of the Estate of George W. Yarbro

J. Charles Hoyle, PC

J. Charles Hoyle

Attorney at Law

207 Hoyle’s Road Kings Mountain, North Carolina 28086 (704) 734-1050

KMH (8/02, 09, 16 & 23/2023)

PETS & LIVESTOCK

7 MUSCOVY DUCKS. Half grown. $8 obo. (704) 466-8741

2 BEAUTIFUL TIGER STRIPED KITTENS. Free to a loving home. (704) 692-4521

LAB PUPPIES, AKC REGISTERED. Champion Bloodlines, First Shots and Wormed. Ready Aug 18. (252)333-0377 (252) 333-0377 TravisHardison@ gmail.com

PUREBRED CHOCOLATE

LAB PUPPIES. Females only. $300 each. Call or text Austin Sommers 828-289-0671.

KOI FISH FOR SALE. 2”-4” all colors; wholesale price $1. each- minimum 25 fish. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@ gmail.com

PETS & LIVESTOCK

TOY & MINI AUSSIES. UTD on shots and worming. Blue eyes, paper & crate trained. 828-2896756.

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 4th of August, 2023 as Co-Executor and Co-Executrix of the Estate of SARAH BLANTON DEDMON, 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 Theodore Dedmon, Co-Executor and/or Lucreita Caroline Dedmon, Co-Executrix on or before the 16th of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 16th day of August, 2023.

James Theodore Dedmon, Co-Executor

Estate of: Sarah Blanton Dedmon

1620 McBrayer Springs Rd. Shelby, NC 28150

And/or

Lucretia Caroline Dedmon, Co-Executrix

Estate of: Sarah Blanton Dedmon

1406 June Rd. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/16, 23, 30 & 9/06/2023)

PETS

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 27th of June, 2023 as Co-Executors of the Estate of ARLENE LANDES KENTER, 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 Hope Kenter Sheriff, Co-Executor and/or Richard Hugh Kenter, Co-Executor on or before the 16th of November, 2023, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 16th day of August, 2023.

Robin Hope Kenter Sheriff, Co-Executor

Estate of: Arlene Landes Kenter 101 Stone St. Shelby, NC 28152

And/or

Richard Hugh Kenter, Co-Executor

Estate of: Arlene Landes Kenter 130 Dekka Rd Rutherfordton, NC 52023

Counsel for the Estate

McINTYRE ELDER LAW 233 E. Graham St.

Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (8/16, 23, 30 & 9/06/2023)

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. CKC REGISTERED, 8 wks old, shots & worming UTD. These puppies will make great family protectors. $200 ea. (704) 466-3135

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. We have full blooded German Shepherd puppies ready for their new homes. They were born on June 1st, 2023 and all have had their first shots and been vet checked ! We are located in Springfield,SC! (937) 707-5977 spiress075@gmail. com

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES FOR SALE. Rare black with a little marking on legs. Ready for their new home. Had shots and wormed. Wonderful companion. Sell or trade. No answer, leave message. 828675-4968.

LARGE STANDARD SIZE LAB-

RADOODLE PUPS. Beautiful rust, black, blond, and white pups family raised. Shots and wormed dad registered poodle mom is f1 Labradoodle. 6 weeks old and ready to go next week. 4 females 5 males. (704) 974-6760 susan.mccraw55@ gmail.com

GOATS: TWO MINI LAMACHA

DOELINGS, $300 OBO for both. Also Mini Alpine $150. Serious calls only. (828) 429-6319

BLUE TICK BEAGLE PUPPIES, AKC Registered. Oakhill Weircreek Cross. Parents on site. 2 sets of shots and wormed. Ready by Aug. 9th. $400/ea. 704-692-6787.

& TRUCKS

HONDA CIVIC. 136,177 miles, burgundy. Good condition, well maintained. Asking $6,400. (704) 476-6851

1994 FORD RANGER. Aluminum wheels, chrome grill, cruise, tilt, V6, 106,000 miles, $2950. 828-287-3820.

2008 HONDA ODYSSEY 113,816 miles. Call for Price, (704) 748-1890 sales@ctcautosports.com

704-214-4180.

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

2&3 BEDROOM TOWN HOMES. Townhomes located in Shelby, NC. We are currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Please visit us today at Laurel Hill Apartments, 1526 Eaves Rd., Shelby, NC or call for more information

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUP-

PIES. 2 females. Sophie and Lily. Born March 24, 2023. Shots and dewormed. CKC registered. $400 each. (704) 477-

4341

DOG KENNELS 5X10, 10X10,

1997 FORD F-SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CAB Diesel, 5 Speed Manual Transmission, Good Condition! White. 57,300 miles, $10,000 Call

First Day Back To School for students

Ava Poarch 3rd grade, Grace Christian Academy. (Photos provided)

Isaiah’s first day of 9th grade at KMHS

Emma Mantooth, 7th grade.

Bryce Cline 5th grade, and first year at KMIS.

Dakota Stevens, KMIS, and Mason Stevens at East Elementary.

Bear Wagman, 3rd Grade.

Joseph Rhea, 1st Grade West School.

Three off to school.

Maisy James, 1st grade.

Last First Day Senior.

Izzy’s first day of Kindergarten.

Jordan First day of 2nd grade!

Connor Benton, 1st grade.

JaNasia, 10th grader at KMHS.

Braylon Gist, 2nd grade Pinnacle Classical Academy.

KB Richards, 8th grade.

Channan Gatlin, KMMS 8th Grade.

Aubree Best, 8th grade KM Middle.

Liliana’s first day of kindergarten at Champion Christian Academy.

Colton’s first day of 6th grade.

Cody and McKenna Campbell 3rd and Kindergarten at West Elementary.

First day of kindergarten!

Skylar Garner, 7th grade.

Erin Helms, 1st grade.