Kings Mountain Herald 9-27-23

Michelle Mack named Clev. Co. Schools 2023 Teacher of the Year

Meet North Elementary School Kindergarten teacher Michelle Mack, CCS Teacher of the Year 2023. She has been working for Cleveland County Schools since 1995. Michelle received her Child Development and Family Relations degree from UNC-Greensboro and her teaching certificate from Belmont Abbey College.

Since then, she has taught Kindergarten at North Elementary School for many years! Michelle

later went on to earn her master’s degree from Appalachian State University along with her National Board certification.

Michelle had such positive, impactful school experiences that she became a teacher. She wanted to return the same kindness and passion to students. “In the classroom, I strive to be a positive role model, make learning fun, build confidence, and empower students to be successful See MACK, Page 5A

Midpines Convenience Center Temporary Site

Starting October 2, 2023, Cleveland County Government will open a temporary site at the Midpines Convenience Center at 615 Margrace Road in Kings Mountain. Only household garbage will be permitted, and no trailers will be allowed at this location.

“The Midpines location is one of our busiest convenience sites,” said Josh Davis, Solid Waste Director. “Both staff and the County Commissioners heard concerns of those in the nearby community and believed a temporary site would be important while long-term options are considered.”

Savannah Ross named EC Educator of Excellence

Cleveland County Schools is proud to announce that Savannah Ross of Grover Elementary has been named the 2023 Exceptional Children (EC) Educator of Excellence. This prestigious honor recognizes Mrs. Ross’s outstanding dedication and unwavering commitment to the success of students with special needs.

According to a nomination letter, it is said that “Savannah Ross implements evidence-based instructional programs with the highest fidelity. Only in her eighth year as an educator, she understands the importance of making data-based

instructional decisions and consistently uses a variety of progress monitoring tools to measure her students’ growth and make critical instructional adjustments.”

“Mrs. Ross exemplifies true dedication to improving the lives of children in all that she does,” said Wendy Fitch, Executive Director of Exceptional Children. “She is passionate about teaching and seeing her students succeed, grow, and reach their highest potential in their academic, social, and behavioral skills.”

In addition to her responsibilities as an Exceptional Children’s teacher, Mrs. Ross is a crucial staff member at her school, serving on various committees, going above and beyond to help See ROSS, Page 4A

The Midpines Recycling Center was closed on August 10 due to safety concerns related to the structural integrity of the concrete driving and unloading areas. The engineered cost estimate for

Six bear sightings in KM last week

By Loretta Cozart

A marked increase in bear sightings occurred in Kings Mountain last week.

A black bear sighting occurred on the Gateway Trail Sunday afternoon around 3:15 p.m., but it was not an isolated event.

“Most folks are reporting a teenage bear out foraging last week. While we can’t be sure this is the same bear, we know a mother bear and several babies were seen foraging last year. It is likely those cubs are teenagers now and are out on their own,” Shirley Brutko shared.

“Bears have been seen in Hillside, Hall C Kings Mountain Blvd. near the Intermediate School, behind the Comfort Inn, and twice on the Gateway

This teenage black bear was seen on the Gateway Trail Sunday around 3 p.m. Use caution in rural or wooded areas, as six bears have been seen in KM within the last week.

Photo by Jim Gibson

Michelle Mack, CCS Teacher Of the Year 2023

Grover Elementary School’s Savannah Ross was named CCS’ 2023 Exceptional Children Educator. Photo by CCS

Olan Martin and a son, Jerry Douglas Martin. Jane was also preceded in death by her siblings, Clinton Creedmore, Jennie Lynn, and Juanita Erwood.

Jane Alice Erwood Martin

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Jane Alice Erwood

Martin, 85, a lifelong resident Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on September 22, 2023 at Peak Resources in Cherryville, NC.

She was born in Cleveland County, NC, the youngest daughter of the late Willie Lee and Gertie Jones Erwood and was preceded in death by husband of 58 years, Donald

Gersham William “Joe” Bell

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Gersham William “Joe” Bell, 95, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on September 21, 2023 at home.

He was born in Cleveland, NC, son of the late William Lawrence and Pearl Ware Bell and was preceded in

Jane was a graduate of Kings Mountain High School. She was a member of Eastside Baptist Church. Jane retired from Clevemont Mills after 40 years of service in the textile industry. She was an avid reader and studied her Bible daily. Jane was a well known political activist in Kings Mountain and believed government should be held accountable to the people. She enjoyed learning and living the history of Kings Mountain and enjoyed sharing that history with others. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who will be missed dearly by all those who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her children: Pamela Martin Goforth (Blake), Shelby, NC,

death by his wife of 68 years, Ruth Beam Bell. He was also preceded in death by two sons, Andy and Randy Bell, his brothers, Richard and Bobby Bell, and his sister, Geneva Dedmon.

Joe was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church and spent his life fulfilling his passion as a farmer. He enjoyed raising fox dogs and fox hunting. Joe was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather who took pride in his family. His determination, work ethic, guidance, and love will never be forgotten by all those who knew Joe.

He is survived by his children: Douglas Bell, Jerry Bell (Jeanne), and Donald Bell (Lisa); sister-in-law: Janice Bell; former daughter-in-law: Pam Bell; 7 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren

Margaret Louise Horn

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Margaret Louise Horn, 101, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on September 21, 2023 at her home.

She was born in Cleveland County, NC, daughter of the late Wright and Ella Dover Huffstetler and was preceded in death by her husband of 24 years, Holland Arnold Horn Sr. Margaret was also preceded in death by her brothers, Kermit, Lucio, Howard, Ernest (Buck), Jacob, Bobby, and William Huffstetler, her sisters, Corrie Weaver, and Juanita Hill, a son, Holland Arnold (Arnie) Horn Jr. and a grandson, Randy Dale Horn. She was a longtime member of Oak Grove Baptist Church and worked as a dietitian most of her life. Margaret enjoyed her time working in food service at Kings Mountain District Schools, Hudson Hosiery and Kings Mountain Hospital. She also worked at Kings Mountain Convalescent Center and at Belk Department Store as a seamstress.

Margaret was a wonderful cook and enjoyed preparing meals for her family. She enjoyed growing beautiful flowers, sewing, and keeping a tidy home. Margaret possessed a sharp wit and a wonderful sense of humor. She was a remarkable homemaker, loving mother and gracious grandmother to her many grandchildren, great grandchildren and

Brenda Martin, Kings Mountain, NC, and Donald Martin Jr. (Penny), Kings Mountain, NC; grandchildren: Blake Goforth Jr. (Chase), Sallie Howard (Kris), Katherine Martin, and Rebecca Martin; great grandchildren: Georgia Howard, Madison Goforth, Zayden Howard, andEzekiel Howard; special niece and nephew: Barbara Lynn Starnes (Don), and Pete Lynn (Nina) and numerous other beloved nieces and nephews

A graveside service was held on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Mountain Rest Cemetery with Reverend Ron Caulder officiating.

Interment was in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.

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

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

Graveside service was held on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family spoke with attendees immediately following the service at the graveside

Interment was in Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Cleveland County at 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150 or to Oak Grove Baptist Church at 1022 Oak Grove Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

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

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

Wiley Allen

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Wiley Allen, age 95, of Kings Mountain entered the presence or our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, September 21, 2023. He was born March 6, 1928, to the late Irvin Marion Allen and Maude Weathers Allen.

In addition to his parents, Wiley is preceded in death by his wife of 74 years Sue De-

Fonda Gayle Bridges Fortenberry

Fonda Gayle Bridges Fortenberry, age 80 of Sophia, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023 at her home. A native of Cleveland County, NC, Fonda was born April 13, 1943 to the late John Alvah and Alice Fonville Bridges.

Fonda received her formal education at Blacksburg Schools in Blacksburg, SC and accepted Christ at an early age at the First Baptist

Veney, his brothers Haywood, George, Irvin Jr. (Tootie) and Aaron Allen, as well as his sisters Adelaide Hamrick, Virginia Drake, Betty DeVeney, Nancy Danielson and Barbara Bridges. Wiley is survived by his younger sister Freida Hawkins. On October 19, 1947, Wiley married his beloved wife Sue and they were the parents of three children. Linda (David) Scism, Jean (Pete) Moore and Joe (Bridget) Allen. He was blessed with eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

A brick mason/contractor by trade, Wiley went on to teach at Shelby High School and retired after 30 years of service. He also started Allen Ornamental Iron Shop of Kings Mountain.

The Allen family would like to thank the staff and

Church in Grover, NC.

She was a homemaker after working as a sales clerk at Faye’s Drug in Kings Mountain, NC for 4 years. In her leisure, Fonda enjoyed flower gardening, crafts and most of all, spending time with her grandchildren, daughters and great-granddaughters.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her loving husband of 62 years, James Fortenberry, Jr., daughter Melissa Costner (Ricky), sons John Eric Fortenberry, James Fonda Fortenberry (Stephanie), sister Beverly Maid-

■ POLICE

ARRESTS

SEPT. 14: Peter Trac, 48, 277 Frank Burns Way, assault on female, no bond.

SEPT. 16: Monica Simone Barnes, 38, Kings Mountain, order for arrest, failure to appear, $1,500 secured bond.

SEPT. 19: Monica Mogul, 36, 111 Herman Court, DWI, trial date Nov. 17, District Court, Shelby. INCIDENT

great-great grandchildren. A prayer warrior for her family and friends, she always loved to share her walk with the Lord which was clearly evident to everyone she met. She will be missed dearly by everyone who knew her. She is survived by her children: Reverend Donald Horn (Shirley), Surf City, NC and Saundra Horn, Kings Mountain, NC; grandchildren: Jackie Horn, Ronald Horn, Donna Floyd (Kris),David Horn, Terry Connor, Pamela Connor Stacy (Bobby), Sandy Wooldridge (Wade), Tony Horn (Kim), and Brian Horn (Laura); great-grandchildren: Cheyenne, Corey, Jacob, Jordan, Dominic, Kyle, Rainie, Sarah, Holland, Brandy, Randy, Nick, Brittney, Miranda, and Kassie; great-great grandchildren: Chandler, Angel, Daila, Bryson, Carson, Kailand, Hadley, Mason, Reagan, Clovis, Rosalie, Addalyn, and Kolt.

Funeral service was held on Monday, September 25, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Pastor Jason Allen and Rev. Don Horn, officiating.

Visitation was held on Monday, September 25, 2023 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service at Oak Grove Baptist Church.

Interment was in Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to: Oak Grove Baptist Church, 1022 Oak Grove Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or Hospice of Cleveland Co, 951 Wendover Heights Dr. Shelby, NC 28150

Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals. com. Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services , Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

SEPT. 19: Skyla Credit Union, 114 E. Gold Street, reported damage to a ATM.

WRECKS

SEPT. 6: Officer Howard charged James Cody Smith, 222 Cameron Drive, with DWI after Smith, operating a 2002 Chevrolet, left the Morris Street roadway and hit a Duke Power utility pole. Property damages were estimated at $50,000.

SEPT. 8: Officer Geissinger said Ruth Gordon Davis, 258 Branchwood Circle, was backing her 2011 Kia at 100 S.

Piedmont Avenue and struck an unoccupied vehicle owned by Donavan Randall Womack, Bessemer City. Property damage was estimated at $1,000 to the Womack 2021 Nissan.

SEPT. 11: Officer Cooke said a motorcycle driver struck a 2014 Hyundai operated by Emma Vitoux, 1406 Washington Street, and left the scene on Westover Church Road. Property damage was estimated at $1,000.

SEPT. 12: Officer Cooke said Amber Bristow, Vale, operating a 2020 Chrysler, failed to yield right-of -way and struck a 2011 Toyota operated by Kathy Bowen, 801 Princeton Drive, at the stop and go light on East Gold Street. Property damage was estimated at $2,000.

SEPT. 18: Officer Graham said Cameron Carringer, 159 Crown Street, operating a 2000 Ford, rear-ended a 2004 Ford operated by Delores Oliver, 161 Crown Street, slowing to

caregivers of Summit Place of Kings Mountain for their excellent care.

Graveside service was held on Monday, 2 o’clock in the afternoon, September 25th at David Baptist Church Cemetery in Kings Mountain. The family received friends following the service in the church fellowship hall.

Memorials may be directed to The Summit Place of Kings Mountain: 1001 Phifer Rd Kings Mountain, North Carolina 28086, or David Baptist Church: 2300 David Baptist Church Rd Kings Mountain, North Carolina 28086.

Online condolences may be offered at cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.

ment, granddaughters Brandi Alicia Costner Moore (Justin), and Ashley Ann Fortenberry, great granddaughters Zoe Rhinehardt and Lyra Moore. Memorial services will be held until a time in the future when Mr. Fortenberry joins Fonda in death. A service for both will be conducted at that time. The family asks that memorials be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation for research into a cure https://secure.qgiv.com/for/ pulfibfou/?

make a right turn at the intersection of Shelby Road and El Bethel Road. Carringer said the sun was in his eyes and his windshield was foggy. Property damage was estimated at $7,250.

CITATIONS

SEPT. 12: Michelle Tuft, 35, 142 Cambridge Oaks Circle 101, speeding.

SEPT. 14: Amanda Lashay Ramsey, 30, Benton Road, revoked license.

SEPT. 14: Chelsea Holland, 33, 311 N. Trade Street, expired tag.

SEPT. 14: Kevin Odems, 42, Grover, red light violation.

SEPT. 14: Terra Littlejohn, Margrace Road, expired tag, no inspection.

SEPT. 14: Amy Caroline Vargas-Chora, Coolemee, expired tag.

SEPT. 15: Michael Ellott Greene, 21, Crouse, stop sign violation.

See POLICE, Page 3A

Battle of Kings Mountain

Commemoration Oct. 7-8

Mark your calendar now for the 243rd anniversary of the Battle of Kings Mountain on Saturday, October 7 & 8, at Kings Mountain National Military Park, 2625 Road, Blacksburg, SC.

Parking will be offsite at Kings Mountain State Park. Please follow the signs to the parking area. To make reservations for events noted below, call 863-936-7921 extension 3.

Events include:

October 7: 243rd Battle

Anniversary

• 9 a.m. – Patriot Advance, Guided Hike (reservations required)

• 11 a.m. - Wreath Laying

Ceremony at US Monument

• 1 p.m. - Guest Speaker, Dr. Eddie Lee, Professor of History at Winthrop University

• 3 p.m. - Arrival of Overmountain Victory Trail March-

ers The Patriot Advance –

Guided Hike allows participants to experience the lead-up to the battle of Kings Mountain on foot, in the woods, as they approach the historic battlefield. This will be a special 2.3 mile hike and is limited to 10 participants and reservations are required. Hikers will traverse rough and steep terrain, mostly uphill on unpaved trails. The hike is expected to take two hours or less.

Reserved participants will meet at the offsite parking at Kings Mountain State Park,

follow signs, at 08:30 a.m., and be transported via shuttle to the start point. The hike will end at the Kings Mountain National Military Park Visitor Center. Participants are welcome to attend the other functions at the park once the hike is complete. Shuttle service back to the parking area will be provided. Participants are expected to be self-supporting on the trail for two hours and follow all

‘Leave No Trace’ guidelines. There are no developed stops or services available or provided. Just as it was back then.

Guest Speaker Dr. Eddie Lee is a 39-year veteran of the university classroom. He is the former president of the South Carolina Historical Association. Dr. Lee chairs the Review Board for the National Register of Historic Places, ‘’ The topic of his speech is: ’Kings Mountain and Camden: Remembering the Dead.

Kings Mountain National Military Park preserves and commemorates the site of the October 7, 1780, Revolutionary War battle that turned the tide of the war.

Evening, Saturday, October 7th

• Guided lantern tours of the battlefield. Take a guided night walk around the battlefield. Reenactors will depict scenes from the night after the battle using accounts from bat-

Nashville recording artist to perform at Clev. County Fair

industry.

Nashville recording artists and songwriter John Norris is a native of Sanford, North Carolina.

tle participants. Reservations are required.

October 7th and 8th

• Living History encampment, weapons demonstrations, children’s activities, and more.

• For more information, stop inside the visitor’s center, call 863-936-7921 x 3, or visit nps.gov/kimo

The 1.5-mile self-guiding walking trail allows visitors to see both battlefield perspectives. It starts by winding below the northern slope of the ridge, where a portion of the Patriot forces assaulted the ridge top. The trail then turns back and runs along the ridge where the Loyalists’ forces surrendered. Wayside exhibits around the trail highlight battle events. The Centennial Monument, U.S. Monument, and Ferguson’s Grave are key features along the trail. The trail is for foot travel only, except for motorized wheelchairs. Although the trail is paved, it is steep in places. Benches are located along the trail.

John’s love of music was forged in the church and country music tradition of his home town. Singing with his family in church and picking up the guitar at age 10, he learned his craft alongside family and friends, with a healthy dose of YouTube to hone his skills.

At age 14, John turned to writing music to help deal with the hardships

JOHN NORRIS

of circumstances in life. Then, at just 16, John hit the road playing at bars, festivals, and music venues. Within two years he headed to Nashville to network, write and grow in knowledge of the music

John recorded part of his debut Nashville record at Direct Image Recording Studio, with producer Kenny Royster. The tracks include: “God’s Up To Somethin”, “Thank God She Did”, “This Town”, “Good Jeans”, “Natural Light”, and “Lonely Don’t Last Long”. John will be performing with his band several times daily at the Cleveland County Fair. The fair will be held September 28-October 8.

Voters can now get Free photo ID cards from County Boards of Elections

Registered voters who do not have an acceptable identification card for voting in North Carolina can now go to their county board of elections office to get a free ID.

Most voters have a North Carolina driver’s license, an acceptable form of photo ID for voting. Those voters do not need to obtain a separate ID from their county board. Other common forms of acceptable ID include military or veterans ID cards issued by the federal government and college student and public employer ID cards that the State Board approved for use in voting. For a full list of acceptable forms of photo ID for voting, see the State Board’s website at Voter ID.

Registered voters who do not have an acceptable form of identification for voting purposes can now get a free photo ID from their county board of elections office. No special documents are needed. Voters will simply provide their name, date of birth, and the last four digits of their Social Security number, and have their photo

taken.

In most counties, voters can get an ID printed and given to them on the spot. A few counties may need to get the required information from the voter, take their photo, then mail the ID card to the voter or inform the voter that the ID card is ready to be picked up, whichever the voter prefers. Voters with questions about the ID process should contact their county board of elections.

A free voter photo ID will include the voter’s photo, name, and registration number. They will expire 10 years from the date of issuance. The county boards of elections can issue cards at any time during regular business hours, except for the pe-

42, Gastonia, fictitious tag, no

insurance.

SEPT. 16: Michael Shane

Peeler, 48, Cherryville, no operator’s license.

SEPT. 16: Melinda Renee Glenn, 31, Shelby, no operator’s license.

SEPT. 16: Emily Ledford

riod following the last day of early voting through Election Day.

“Any voter who does not have an acceptable ID card for voting can now get a free ID from their county board of elections,” said Karen Brinson Bell, executive director of the State Board of Elections. “State Board staff has worked diligently with the county boards of elections over the past couple of months to get the necessary software and hardware for ID printing.”

Voters also can get a free ID from the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV). Find more information under “No-Fee ID Cards” at State IDs | NCDMV.

Tessneer, 18, Shelby, no operator’s license.

SEPT. 17: Jess Lightsey, 46, Marigold Street, revoked license.

SEPT. 17: Thomas Allen Stang Jr., 43, Shelby, no operator’s license.

SEPT. 18: Laura Elizabeth

no operator’s license.

SEPT. 15: Christopher Michael Ledford, Murfield Drive, impeding traffic.

SEPT. 15: William Mitchell Moore Jr., 40, 112 Foxtrot Lane, revoked license.

SEPT. 16: Marcus Dale Cavazos, 32, Stony Point Road, revoked license.

SEPT. 16: Monica Simone Barnes, 38, 132 Wooding Place, revoked license.

SEPT. 16: Hakim Roberts,

Cloninger, 37, 304 Silver Street, revoked license.

SEPT. 16: Yadra Gonzoles-Garcia, 44, Monroe, aiding and abetting operator’s license violation.

SEPT. 16: Dylan Lee

Painter, 30, 500 Katherine Avene, expired tag.

SEPT. 16: David Wesley

Bryant, 51. 423 Chestnut Ridge Church Road, no operator’s license.

SEPT. 17: Tanner Ryan

Lankford, 38, Grover, failure to yield to a flashing red light.

SEPT.18: Amy Jordan, 37, Brooklee Drive, revoked license.

SEPT. 19: Steven Blackwelder, 62, S. Battleground Avenue, revoked license.

SEPT. 19: Tremon Raphael Grant, 28, Gastonia, fictitious tag.

SEPT. 19: Larue Dean Lipscomb Jr., 34, Gastonia, expired tag, no inspection.

KM Farmers’ Market ended September 16

By Loretta Cozart

Kings Mountain Farmers’ Market ended its season on Saturday, Sept. 16. The downtown market ran from early June through mid-September, offering various fruits, vegetables, meats, flowers, sauces, art, coffee, fun, fellowship, and music for citizens to enjoy.

Participants and organizers enjoyed a hearty breakfast of pancakes, sausage, and plenty of coffee to start their morning on a gorgeous and crisp Saturday morning, bright and early at 7:30 a.m.

Event organizer Tamra Moody of The Davidson Association said, “First and foremost, the market has exceeded our expectations, but with any start-up, we have had our share of challenges by trying to get others to buy into our vision.

“I am constantly reminded by board members from the Foothills Farmer’ Market in Shelby that building up a good market takes time and a lot of hard work. I believe every sccessful city has a farmers’ market. It’s an investment and often considered a benchmark in the community. The biggest challenges that we have had this year were funding, vendors, and a lack of consistent foot traffic every week.

“During the off-season,

the Kings Mountain Farmers Market Committee plans to work closely with the City of KM to improve the quality of the market. We will be reaching out to store owners - for corporate sponsorship. We are working closely with our vendors to ensure that they plant enough produce early for next year’s market,”

Tamra added.

Kings Mountain Farmers' Market Manager Scout Denning shared, “We're really proud of the precedent that we set for this market and are excited about building onto it in the years to come! Farmers' Markets have so many direct benefits for the local community. They build the local economy, improve access to

healthy foods, and encourage strong relationships between farmers and their customers. We hope the Kings Mountain Farmers' Market has become an integral part of this community.”

Despite the challenges faced during this year’s Farmers’ Market, citizens supported it throughout the summer, buying fresh produce and learning about various fruits and vegetables not often found at large chain outlets. Remember to shop locally and support all our farmers and merchants in Kings Mountain. Davidson Alumni Resource Center, Inc. is a nonpartisan 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

NC finally approves state budget

By Loretta Cozart

On Friday. the NC House of Representatives approved the 2023 Appropriations Act in a bipartisan vote of 70-40. Yet no Democrat voted for it, and Governor Cooper let the bill become law without his signature.

NC House Speaker Tim Moore said, “I could not be prouder of the budget approved by the House today, and I am encouraged by the bipartisan support it received from my friends on the other side of the aisle. Thanks to the fiscally responsible work of this General Assembly on behalf of the people of North Carolina, we have made significant investments where they are needed most."

He continued, “The record investments we have made in water and sewer infrastructure, mental health, workforce development, transportation, community colleges, education, and will have lasting impact on North Carolina

families that will be felt statewide. I look forward to Senate approval and the Governor’s signature on the 2023 Appropriations Act so it can be enacted as soon as possible.”

TIM MOORE

Letter to the Editor:

Let’s all work together to make great decisions for the citizens of Kings Mountain and for the future of our very special area of North Carolina. Here are my thoughts on the future development near the Casino and south of Interstate I-85.

Working as head of the Chamber of Commerce for 16 years, I had many phone calls about where our gated housing development with a pool and community building with nice homes was located. Unfortunately, I had to say we don’t have that in Kings Mountain. With all the beautiful land near the parks, that would be the perfect place to put such a development.

I live in the Country Club area, and a home sold behind me a couple of years ago for $950,000. There is a need for very fine homes here. We need folks who would purchase homes like that to live, shop, and contribute to our community…We don’t need to be a dumping ground for warehouses or more affordable housing. There are plenty of places along I-85 all the way to South Carolina and beyond for these big box buildings as big as football fields. Also, we need to consider what will be seen from Shepherd’s Mountain and Crowder’s Mountain…will we see the tops of plain football fields of roofs? Where is the beautiful landscape full of nature and rolling hillsides, creeks, etc. going?

Shouldn’t this land be used for parks, housing, trails, etc., and making Kings Mountain a wonderful place to live and grow? We already have data centers that have taken up acres of beautiful land.

Also, a development at the bottom of the dam at Davidson Lake would be in a flood plain, not environmentally safe for development. The government of Kings Mountain works for its people, not for large land-use develop-

ers who don’t live in Kings Mountain and who don’t know what the majority of folks who live here want for their community.

Kings Mountain’s Eagles Gate Community, which is gated, is extremely popular, and homes are purchased as soon as one goes up for sale…this is what we need more of here, as well as more upscale developments. The Planning & Zoning Department needs to hear from the citizens and leaders of Kings Mountain!!!

If I can help with this, I’d be more than glad to participate.

Time & energy need to be put into getting businesses in the buildings downtown, beautiful signage at all entrances, development of our downtown streets and sidewalks, etc., and helping advertise the many wonderful assets we already have!

Thanks to many of you who are working to make Kings Mountain a wonderful place to live, work, shop, etc.

Shirley Brutko, Director, Kings Mountain Gateway Trail

One of 4 Founders & Secretary, Liberty Mountain Drama

Past Director, Kings Mountain Chamber of Commerce

One of the Founders of the Kings Mtn.

Art Center Volunteer for First Presbyterian Church

Past Member and Paul Harris Fellow, Kings Mountain Rotary Club

Lead the mural project for Kings Mtn., designed the Gazebo Co-lead Tourism Development Tax dollars for Kings Mountain

Instrumentals in getting several businesses to locate in KM

Revitalizing, not rewriting history

By Faith Noel

Our history is in jeopardy amidst the divide of humanity set upon us. We have all heard the adage “Those who do not know history are doomed to repeat it.” I am writing this article in support of preserving our history through historical fiction, whether it be in a book or on stage proclaiming comradery for our past. In a time of such uncertainty in the writing and acting world, we are rapidly losing the core reason to create; the born desire for truth.

If I beg for honesty, I myself must maintain a level of transparency when writing as a non-native of Kings Mountain, North Carolina. Despite growing up in the mountains of Hendersonville, I had never learned of the Battle of Kings Mountain. This alone stands as a proving point. If it were not for productions like Liberty Mountain: The Revolutionary Drama, even local history could be forgotten an hour and a half down these beautiful blue mountains.

and billions of dollars into our economy is a lifesaving, monumental decision for our state.”

“Make no mistake,” he said. “Overall, this is a bad budget that seriously shortchanges our schools, prioritizes power grabs, keeps shady backroom deals secret, and blatantly violates the constitution, and many of its provisions will face legal action.”

the evocation of difficult emotions. We much prefer being entertained through spectacle to watching an accurate portrayal of the worst events in our country. If we do this, we are also leaving out the accomplishments of the precious few who took a stand. If we fail to guide the newest generations with truth, then we are inadvertently lying to them.

As an actress, an author, and a young woman, I have the strongest urge at all times to discover and understand. If everything is kept a secret and there is no Robert Inman willing to put pen to paper, Joy Performance Theatre to house history, or artists taking on a role that may not be anything like themselves, then no one will do anything but wonder. So, I implore anyone reading to protect history these coming weekends. Support history, not for the sake of the past, but for the sake of the present. Watch performers of varying backgrounds come together to tell the story of a battle that changed the revolution. Remember and reinvigorate something dusty and old, yet lasting. Be entertained, yes, even through a sincere play about the Revolutionary War. Experience the scent of gunpowder and the sound of sacrifice for the greater good. Feel the rush of adrenaline when loyalist militia charges right past you. Put yourselves in the worn-out soles of a soldier’s boots as they tread the very foundation of our great country.

GOV. COOPER

Gov. Cooper did not oppose the budget because it gave him the expanded Medicaid package he has worked toward since 2015.

In a press release, Gov. Cooper shared, "Health insurance for 600,000 more North Carolinians that brings more mental health and substance use disorder treatment, help for desperate rural hospitals,

He concluded, “However, we must recognize this irresponsible legislature’s decade of refusal to expand Medicaid, which has caused life and death situations for so many North Carolinians and threatened the very existence of numerous rural hospitals. I will not allow people who are crying for help to wait any longer, so I am directing our Department of Health and Human Services to begin today the process for expanding Medicaid while allowing this budget to become law without my signature."

I am a published author of historical fiction and, in my recent novel, Lydia, I wrote from the perspective of a young woman navigating life during The Great Depression. I chose to set it in Hendersonville where even my neighbors have forgotten the terrible implementation of labor mills, politically-driven racism, poverty, and a time in which fear was the leading cause of faith. Forgotten, somehow, such a horrific, distant part of history, yet a currently familiar one. The Revolutionary War is even further from us and, therefore, at even more risk of being verbally altered or forgotten. Our progression as a society has led to the removal of anything we look back upon and find to be offensive or disagreeable. It is easier to ban a book than to read one and allow

ROSS

From Page 1A all students.

“Savannah Ross was born to love and care for children,” said Brandy Curtis, principal at Grover Elementary. “She looks for the best ways to support and meet the needs of her

There are only a few more opportunities to see all of this unfold. Tickets are available for performances on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 29th - October 8th (except October 7th for a special event).

students, not the easiest or quickest.”

As the EC Educator of the Year, Ms. Ross will receive recognition at the Conference of Exceptional Children in Greensboro later this year representing Cleveland County Schools at the annual reception.

“Oh, my goodness,” said Ross during a surprise recognition at Grover El-

ementary that included members of the CCS Central Services, Exceptional Children’s Department, and Grover Elementary administrators. “I was not expecting this today at all.” Cleveland County Schools congratulates Savannah Ross on her well-deserved recognition as the EC Educator of Excellence.

Kings Mountain Farmers’ Market Team wrap-up the 2023 market. (Photos by Loretta Cozart)

Welcome to the cooler days of Fall

By Loretta Cozart

As the scorching days of summer gradually give way to cooler temperatures, the arrival of Fall is met with eager anticipation by many. This transitional season, often marked by a vibrant display of changing foliage and a sense of renewal, brings many delightful experiences to look forward to.

First and foremost, the changing colors of the leaves are one of the most captivating aspects of Fall. As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, trees put on a spectacular show, transforming their leaves into a brilliant palette of reds, oranges, yellows, and browns. The vibrant hues create a picturesque landscape, inviting people to take leisurely walks in parks or to visit the Blue Ridge Mountains and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.

Autumn also ushers in a rich bounty of seasonal produce. Farmers’ markets brim with apples, pumpkins, squashes, and other fruits and vegetables. This abundance offers an opportunity to savor the flavors of freshly harvested produce and inspires creative cooking and baking adventures. Fall cuisine is comforting and delicious, from apple pies to butternut

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lifelong learners,” Michelle says. “Seeing the growth in each child is rewarding and priceless! I am proud to be a North School Tiger! I am so blessed to be able to work

Spending time with friends for a leisurely lunch is a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon.

squash soups. The crisp, cool air of Fall is perfect for outdoor activities. What would fall be without chunky sweaters, jeans, boots, and the occasional brimmed hat and matching purse? Guys can pull those flannel shirts and Carhartt jeans from the recesses of their closets before picking up their girl for date night.

Friday night football games, shopping with friends, and enjoying a leisurely lunch on a patio downtown are fun things to do close to home. Hiking, camping, and bonfires become increasingly appealing as the oppressive heat of summer fades into memory. Nature enthusiasts can revel in the beauty of Fall foliage while enjoying the tranquility of the great outdoors.

with an amazing, awesome, and gifted staff who enjoy teaching students and helping them succeed. We are a close-knit family caring for each other and our students. We love our students!”

Michelle is married to Bruce Mack, the Vice President of Academic Programs at Cleveland Community

Schiele Museum unveils newest Exhibit during two special events

If you have visited The Schiele Museum of Natural History this summer, you have seen some big changes underway. A major update to the lobby has been in the works and a new exhibit will soon be revealed to the public. Recent updates to the Dino Safari exhibit will also be completed and ready for Mesozoic-era tourists.

edge to edge,” says Tony Pasour, Assistant Director for Interpretation at The Schiele Museum. “And this is just the beginning. Dinosaur fans will be thrilled with what’s to come over the next couple of years.”

Fall allows many to wax nostalgic as it heralds the return of cherished traditions. Halloween, with its spooky decorations and costume parties, captures the imaginations of young and old alike. Thanksgiving, a time for gratitude and togetherness, brings families and friends together around the dining table to share a hearty feast. The arrival of Fall is a magical time filled with wonder and anticipation. From the stunning display of changing leaves to the delicious flavors of seasonal foods, from outdoor adventures to the embrace of cherished traditions, this season offers a multitude of reasons to look forward to its arrival. As we bid farewell to summer, we welcome Fall’s beauty and warmth into our lives.

College. They are members of Mount Zion Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. Bruce and Michelle have two wonderful children. Cameron is an engineer and lives in Greensboro, and Carmyn is a junior at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro, majoring in education.

After over 20 years in The Schiele’s lobby, the iconic T-rex was dismantled in June to make space for a new attraction. While the museum has revealed that the exhibit will be a massive creature, it is under wraps until the unveiling. “What is large enough to take the place of the T-rex? The new exhibit is a one-of-a-kind display that will tower over visitors at 18 feet tall and over 30 feet from

BEAR

From Page 1A may be checking out an enticing smell or interesting sound. Usually, when they find out there are people around, they’ll head for the hills, never to be seen again.

If you do encounter a bear, remain calm and remember that the bear is likely more scared of you than you are of them. Attacks by black bears on people are very rare and most black bears can be easily scared away with the following approach:

• Stand and face the bear directly. Never run away from or approach them.

• Make yourself look as big as possible by spreading your arms or, better yet, a coat.

• Make as much noise as possible by yelling, banging pots and pans, or using other noisemaking devices.

• If the bear approaches and you have bear spray, spray the bear as they approach.

Visitors are invited to view the exhibit for the first time at a ticketed adults-only gala, The Age of Giants, on September 28. A family-friendly celebration, Dinosaur Day, is planned for September 30 and included with museum admission. T-rex will return to The Schiele in an updated pose that better reflects the latest science as part of a new museum experience slated to open in 2025.

On exhibit at The Schiele since 2018, Dino Safari presents full-bodied models of dinosaurs and a selection of

• In the rare case that a black bear attacks you, fight back (don’t play dead).

• After the bear leaves, remove whatever attracted them to the location (barbecue grill, bird feeder, pet food, or garbage). If you choose to carry bear spray with you, review these things to know:

• Bear spray is a deterrent made of red pepper oil (oleoresin of capsaicin). It inflames the eyes and upper respiratory system. If used properly, it can effectively deter an aggressive bear.

• Treat bear spray like a firearm. Contents are under pressure: Spray comes out at more than 70 mph and could cause permanent eye damage.

• Do not pre-spray objects. Bear spray does not work like an insect repellent. It may attract a bear because of the residue’s strong odor if used this way.

• When purchasing, look for canisters marked “Bear Spray” or “Bear Deterrent” with an EPA registration, 1-2% capsaicin and capsaicinoids, and a 25-foot (8

fossil specimens. Updates to the space include new informational panels with Spanish language translations, and a Dino Safari Theater, sponsored by Bank of America. “At Bank of America, we believe that investment in education, arts, and culture continues to strengthen our community. We are pleased to partner with The Schiele Museum to bring this exciting opportunity to individuals of all ages,” says Grace Nystrum, Charlotte Market Executive.

Visitors are encouraged to be part of history in the making when a prehistoric lobby exhibit reveals the future of a museum. Details about The Age of Giants and Dinosaur Day are available online at schielemuseum.org/ trex-transformed.

m) or more range.

• Keep the spray away from heat (120°F) and cold (-7°F). In extreme heat, pressure can build until the canister explodes; in extreme cold, pressure may decrease, so the canister may not spray properly.

• Keep in mind when traveling that safety regulations prohibit airlines from transporting bear spray. If traveling in be sure to inform the pilot of small planes or helicopters before your departure. The pilot may allow you to store bear spray in the aircraft’s float or outer compartment.

• When camping, keep bear spray accessible at night.

• If you have a partially used canister of bear spray or if it is beyond its expiration date, dispose of it or use it for training purposes. Do not rely on it as a deterrent. A completely emptied bear spray canister may be discarded as trash or disposed of as hazardous waste. Check with your local waste authority.

Photo by Loretta Cozart

Quit your Stinkin’ Thinkin’

(Final Thoughts)

In this, my final article for a while, I want to reflect on what we’ve learned this month and how to avoid stinkin’ thinkin.’

Once again, let us look at Philippians 4:8.

“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” Following

verse 7, the Apostle Paul gives his readers additional ways to combat anxiety by turning away from the negative and turning to the positive blessings God has given to all of us.

To be sure, changing our stinkin’ thinkin’ does not come easy or instantly. Instead, it is a process. I am reminded of the chorus, “Step by Step.”

O God, you are my God, and I will ever praise you. I will seek you in the morning, and I will learn to walk in your ways, and step by step, you’ll lead

me, and I will follow you all of my days. As I read Philippians 4:7-8, I can’t help but think of these lyrics. Are these words complex? No. Are these words profound? Yes.

Changing our perspective, or rather, allowing God to change our mindset, is a step-by-step process for life. Colossians

3:2 states, “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” This secular culture invades our thoughts and lives every day. Therefore, you and I must intentionally set our minds on godly things. How, may you ask? It seems simple to tell you to

pray and read your bible, but it is true. For some, myself included, I need a plan though. I make a weekly to-do list; at the top are prayer and Bible study. After these articles, however, I have added a third item to the list: I will think about and write my blessings. With so many negative thoughts and agendas the world pushes our way, we must turn our attention to God’s words, promises, and benefits. I will be another year older on the Wednesday of this publication.

To be sure, my birthday played a small part in choosing my devotion-

al’s theme. Admittedly, it would be nice to be able to run and do some of the things I did as a teenager. At times, it is easy for me to grow anxious thinking about past or future choices. Instead, today I choose to follow Paul’s instructions. I will choose to think about the things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy. This week, take time to count your many blessings with me. Be sure I will thank God for you, my brothers and sisters in Christ.

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Kings Mountain Area Church Directory

Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917

Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Pastor Clifton Morgan 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

Church Road 704-228-0328

Vestibule AME Zion Church 2175 Vestibule Church Road 704-739-7961

Westover Baptist Church 114 Westover Drive

Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171

Anew Beginning Baptist Church 415 Dixon School Rd. 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

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

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

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

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

Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-739-3773

Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477

Dr. Jonathan M. Bundon

Worship Pastor First Baptist Church

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Mauney Memorial Library Book Club meets on October 2

Join the Mauney Library Book Club on Monday, October 2, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room at 100 S. Piedmont Avenue in Kings Mountain to discuss “Home Before Dark” by Riley Sager.

USA Today reports, “A haunted house story - with a twist.... [Sager] does not hold back” (Rolling Stone) in this chilling thriller from

the author of Final Girls and Survive the Night. Every house has a story to tell and a secret to share.

“Twenty-five years ago, Maggie Holt and her parents moved into Baneberry Hall, a rambling Victorian estate in the Vermont woods. Three weeks later they fled in the dead of night, an ordeal her father recounted in a memoir called House of Horrors. His story of supernatural happenings and malevolent spirits became

a worldwide phenomenon, rivaling The Amityville Horror in popularity - and skepticism.

“Maggie was too young to remember any of the horrific events that supposedly took place, and as an adult she doesn’t believe a word of her father’s claims. Ghosts, after all, don’t exist. When she inherits Baneberry Hall after his death and returns to renovate the place and sell it, her homecoming is anything but warm.

and Tortillas”

Arts Council

Cornbread & Tortillas is a collective of Appalachian and Latino artists based in Kentucky whose mission is to build community by sharing art, music, dance, and cultural heritage. They celebrate our similarities and differences through outreach events, educational shows, workshops, and performances to create unity in a diverse world.

The Arts Council is pleased to bring this exciting group from Lexington, Kentucky, to share their mission, heritage, music, and food! They will showcase music, dance, and a taste of Appalachian, Andean, and Mexican culture. Join us Thursday, Oct. 5, at 6:00 for a FREE performance and sing-along at the Arts Council, 111 S. Washington St., Shelby. Samples of Appalachian and Latino foods will be served.

The centerpiece of their work is the CORNBREAD & TORTILLAS theatrical show, a dynamic bilingual production featuring stories,

music, and dancing. Audiences will journey from the Appalachian region of Eastern Kentucky to Mexico, Nicaragua, Ecuador, and beyond, exploring connections and celebrating our shared human experience all the while!

Cornbread & Tortillas is a show in English and Spanish devised from the life stories of the artists involved, whose cultural heritages span from Appalachia to Nicaragua, Mexico, Guatemala, Greece, and Ecuador. It contains music, dance, and stories from throughout the Americas

with central themes of family, identity, work, love and art. You will see lots of instruments, including banjo, fiddle, mandolin, Andean flutes, charango, congas, and cajon, as well as mountain-style flatfooting and percussive Ballet Folklórico styles from Mexico and colorful traditional clothing. Weaving it all together is a narrative that illuminates the stories told through song and dance, highlighting our similarities and differences as human beings and building cultural bridges for our changing nation. As part of its Arts in Education outreach, the Arts Council will also present an educational program for the 2nd and 3rd graders in Cleveland County Schools on Oct. 5 & 6: “From Appalachia to the Andes”.

This diverse show consists of two artists from Appalachia and two of Latino heritage and is a mix of Appalachian, Andean, and

Mexican music, dance, and stories. Students will see and hear instruments such as the banjo, Appalachian Dulcimer, guitar, charango, zampoñas, quenas (Andean flutes), various drums, and rhythms made by dancing feet. Students will hear traditional songs of Mexico, Kentucky, and Ecuador, sung in English and Spanish. They will see and compare flatfoot dancing from Appalachia and several styles of colorful Ballet Folklórico from Mexico.

The artists highlight the interconnections among the various cultures in a mesmerizing way that celebrates the cultures involved. Audiences come away with an enhanced appreciation for cross-cultural similarities and differences and the variety of arts present in cultures throughout the Americas.

For more information, please call 704-484-2787 or visit www.ccartscouncil. org.

The locals aren’t thrilled that their small town has been made infamous, and human characters with starring roles in House of Horrors are waiting in the shadows.

Even more unnerving is Baneberry Hall itselfa place where unsettling whispers of the past lurk around every corner. And as Maggie starts to experience strange occurrences ripped from the pages of her father’s book, the truth she uncovers about the

house’s dark history will challenge everything she believes.”

If you enjoy reading and meeting with people every month to discuss

popular books, Mauney Library Book Club is the place for you. To join. email info@mauneylibrary.com.

“Gateway to Nature” 2023

By Jewel Reavis

“Gateway to Nature”

art competition and exhibition opened this past week at Southern Arts Society in Kings Mountain. “Gateway to Nature” is an art exhibition and competition sponsored by Southern Arts Society that aims to explore the relationship between humans and nature. Artists were asked to create work that celebrates, references, or challenges our relationship with the natural world. There is a wide variety of media featured in the show - painting (oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel), photography, and mixed media. Artists from around the region entered 62 pieces of work for this year’s exhibit. Entries

reflect upon the natural beauty surrounding us, as interpreted by the individual artists. You will recognize places, birds, animals, and insects, often caught in a glimpse, that are put down on canvas or captured in a photograph. These fleeting moments are now recorded to enjoy and study for posterity.

Judging the art for this year’s competition is Mark Hamilton, Professor of Fine Arts and Interim Chair, Department of Fine Arts at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Before coming to Winthrop, Mark worked as a photogra-

pher in New York, Milan, and Tokyo and worked with Anne Klein, Donna Karan, Liz See GATEWAY, Page 8A

SPINACH SUPREME

Charlene Padgett

1 3oz. pkg. lemon gelatin

1 cup 7-Up

1 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese

1 box chopped spinach, thawed

½ cup chopped onions

1 cup chopped celery

2 Tbs. lemon juice

1 cup mayonnaise

Dissolve gelatin in boiling

7-up. In mixing bowl blend softened cream cheese and thawed spinach. Combine gelatin and spinach mixtures and add remaining ingredients. Place in 1 ½ quart casserole and refrigerate until set. Serves 8.

LAYERED LETTUCE

SALAD

Martha Houser

1st layer: Combine 1 head of lettuce, shredded, 1 onion, 1 cucumber

2nd layer:18 slices cooked bacon pieces 3rd layer: 1 small can

green peas

4th layer: ¾ cup mayon-

naise

5th layer: 8 slices grated

Swiss cheese

O.K. to let stand all day or all night in refrigerator.

SHRIMP-DEVILED

EGG CASSEROLE

Marilyn Neisler

2 lbs. green shrimp, uncooked

8 eggs, boiled and deviled

Add mayonnaise, mustard, salt, pepper

Add deviled eggs in bot-

tom of greased casserole

Make cream sauce

8 tbs. butter

8 tbs. flour

¾ cup grated Cheddar cheese

1 tbs. catsup

2 tbs. chopped parsley

1 t. Worcestershire

1 t. dry mustard

2 one-half pints half and half

(Ed. Note: The recipes in today’s Cooking Corner are from “100 Years in the Kitchen’’ by First Presbyterian Church.)

¼ cup sherry

Add raw shrimp. Place cream sauce. Bake 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

BANANA NUT POUND CAKE

Sylvia Neisler

1 ½ c. Crisco oil

2 1/2 cups sugar

3 eggs

3 cups sifted plain flour

1 tsp. soda

¾ tsp. salt

1 tsp. vanilla

½ cup buttermilk or

1 ½ tsp. vinegar with sweet milk

4 bananas, mashed

1 cup chopped nuts

1 cup coconut

MIX IN ORDER GIVEN. Bake in well-greased and floured tube pan. Bake 1 hour and 15 minutes at 325 degrees. Let stand in pan 10 minutes before removing and wrap in foil immediately.

WOMAN’S CLUB HONORS KM POLICE AND FIRE – GFWC NC Kings Mountain Woman's Club members delivered treats to the KMPD and KMFD in honor of their dedicated service to our community. The Civic Engagement and Outreach Community Service Program sponsors this annual project. Jodi Adams pictured with

L-R: Linda Appling, KMPD Sgt. Alexander, and Anne Gamble. (Photos by GFWC NC Kings Mountain Woman’s Club)

“A Taste of Cornbread

comes to the Clev. Co.

Poppie Field watercolor by Emma Kay Lewis

Places in time

By Loretta Cozart

The buildings at the Northwest corner of W. Mountain Street and Cherokee Streets have been condemned. It is interesting to look at these buildings over time to see how they served the people of the best city in the state over the years.

A 1902 Sanborn map shows a General Store at the corner with a Livery out back. The 1908 Sanborn map shows no change. But the 1919 Sanborn map shows the General Store had changed to an Undertaker’s and was likely Fulton’s Mortuary, where W.A. Mauney was taken to prepare him for

sign of the automobile age coming to Kings Mountain.

It is sad that the Livery can’t be saved, as it is one of the last remaining structures that served as such in town.

It is interesting to know that behind the shops on Battleground Avenue is currently a parking lot, but in the early 1900s, the area was known as the hitching yard.

The buildings along this section of Cherokee Street have been condemned.

KM Baptist update

By Loretta Cozart

If you have been by Kings Mountain Baptist Church at 101 W. Mountain Street in downtown Kings Mountain, you have probably noticed that the church has had exterior paintings done. Both additions to the church were painted a complimentary color to the brick of the main building.

“The color was chosen to complement the brick on our original church building. That brick was made here on-site more than 100 years ago,” Roxanne Bridges shared with the Herald.

In addition to the exterior painting, protective coverings for the stainedglass windows have been removed, allowing access to restore them. Once finished, new window covering will be installed to protect the beautiful stained-glass windows and allow light to pour through.

Make it a point to visit Kings Mountain Baptist to admire the updates to one of the most historic buildings in our community. The church's history dates to the 19th century when a group of devoted Christian women planted the church.

When the present sanctuary was constructed in 1913, the church became known as First Baptist Church of Kings Mountain. This was

NOTICE OF NOVEMBER 7, 2023 GENERAL ELECTION CLEVELAND COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in pursuant to NC GS 163-33 that a Municipal Election will be held on November 7, 2023, to vote on the following contests:

Water Board Commissioner; Belwood Mayor; Belwood Commissioner; Boiling Springs Council Member; Fallston Council Member; Grover Mayor; Grover Commissioner; Kings Mountain Mayor; Kings Mountain Ward #1, Ward #4, Ward #5, At-Large Council Member; Kingstown Council Member; Lattimore Mayor; Lattimore Alderman; Lawndale Commissioner; Mooresboro Mayor; Mooresboro Council Member; Patterson Springs Commissioner; Polkville Mayor; Polkville Commissioner; Shelby Mayor; Shelby Ward #2, Ward #3, Ward #6 Council Member; Waco Mayor; Waco Alderman

Voters will be asked to show photo ID when they vote. All voters will be allowed to vote with or without ID. Voters who lack ID can get one for free from their county board of elections. Find out more at ncsbe.gov/voter-id.

The polls will be open for voting on Election Day from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm. Residents of Cleveland County registered to vote within one of these jurisdictions are eligible to vote. Voters who are already registered to vote need not re-register. Residents who are not registered to vote or those registered who need to make changes must do so by Friday, October 13, 2023, 5:00pm.

One-stop early voting will begin Thursday, October 19, 2023, and will continue through Saturday, November 4, 2023. There is ONE early voting location for this election. Schedule is as follows:

Board of Elections Office - 215 Patton Dr., Shelby, NC 28150

Thursday-Friday October 19-20, 2023 8:00am-5:00pm

Monday-Friday October 23-27, 2023 8:00am-5:00pm

Monday-Friday October 30-Nov 3, 2023 8:00am-5:00pm

Saturday November 4, 2023 8:00am-3:00pm

Voters who are not registered in the county by October 13, 2023, may still register and vote during the one stop early voting period. Persons who register during one-stop early voting will be required to provide proof of residency.

Any qualified voter may vote an absentee ballot by mail. Absentee ballots will be available starting Friday, October 6, 2023. The deadline for applying for an absentee ballot by mail is 5:00pm on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.

Completed ballots should be returned to the office on or before Tuesday, November 7, 2023, by 5:00pm. If they are returned by mail, they must be postmarked by Tuesday, November 7, 2023, and received no later than Monday, November 13, 2023, at 5:00pm.

The Board of Elections will hold meetings each of the following dates for the purpose of approving absentee ballots if necessary: October 17 (5:00pm), October 24 (5:00pm), October 31 (5:00pm) and November 6 (5:00pm). Absentee ballots will be counted on Election Day at the Board of Elections office. Absentee ballots postmarked by November 7, 2023, and received by November 13, 2023, will be approved and counted at the Canvass Meeting.

Unofficial election results will be released no earlier than 7:30pm on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Official election results will be certified at the Canvass Meeting.

The Sample hand-to-eye count will be held at the Board of Elections Office on Thursday, November 9, 2023 (9:00am).

The Canvass meeting will be held at the Board of Elections Office on Friday, November 17, 2023 (11:00am)

Please call the Cleveland County Board of Elections with any questions concerning voter registration, absentee ballots, location of polling places, voter id, and other election matters at (704) 484-4858 or by visiting our website at www. clevelandcounty.com.

Douglas W. Sharp, Chairman Cleveland County Board of Elections (KM_9/20, 9/27, & 10/4/2023)

its name until 1958, when the church split into two parts, with one group leaving the present location and the other remaining.

The group that left took the name First Baptist Church of Kings Mountain and the remaining group took back the original name of Kings Mountain Baptist Church.

While the church is small, it is large in heart. Their worship services are traditional in style. The members have the joy of knowing one another personally and contributing regularly to the community's overall well-being.

The hope is to have all exterior work completed by Thanksgiving. And what

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Claiborne, Cynthia Rowley, Malcom Forbes, Frank Stella, Ralph Lauren, Michael Graves, Carolina Herrera, Norma Kamali, among others. Mark's photography has appeared in over 50 international publications including: American Health Magazine, Amica Magazine, Annabella Magazine, Apparel News, Area-Zinc Art Magazine, Art Papers, Beauty Digest, Charlotte Observer, Commercial Photography, Cosmopolitan, Family Circle Magazine, First Magazine, Glamour Magazine, GQ Magazine, Interview, M Magazine, McCalls Magazine, Muse & Spirit, New Woman, NY Times, Parents Magazine, PHOTO, Redbook Magazine, SHE, Shots Magazine, The Herald, Working Mother, Working Woman Magazine, W Magazine, Womans Wear Daily, and Zoom Magazine. Mark currently pursues personal fine arts projects, collaborative projects (www.jenniferandmarkhamilton.com) with photographer Jennifer Hamilton, along with commercial projects for select clientele.

Mr. Hamilton selected first, second, and third place prizes along with

a Thanksgiving it will be, with members celebrating Kings Mountain Baptist Church’s 110th anniversary serving the people of Kings Mountain.

three merit awards from the competition entries. Awards will be presented at a reception this coming Saturday September 30, from 6-8pm. Winners will be announced at 7 pm. Many of the artists will be in attendance to meet visitors and discuss their work. The public is invited to attend. This is a free event. Dress is casual. Work in the exhibit is available for sale.

“Gateway to Nature” will be on display in the galleries of Southern Arts Society through November 3, 2023. Work in the exhibit can also be seen on the website and Facebook page of Southern Arts Society.

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

Photo by Loretta Cozart

The exterior of Kings Mountain Baptist Church, located on one of the most prominent blocks

Photos by Loretta Cozart

the beautiful window before the restoration.

Plexiglass coverings that had yellowed were removed to reveal the stunning stained-glass windows underneath.

By 1919, the Livery had become a garage, and the General Store had become an Undertaker’s shop.

The 1902 Livery according to a Sanborn Map. Photos by DigitalNC.org

1908 Livery had not changed in six years between Sanborn maps.

Mountaineers host Forestview Friday night

Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers will be at home for the second straight week Friday when they host the Forestview Jaguars in a Big South 3A Conference football game at John Gamble Stadium.

Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m.

Forestview has suffered thus far with losses to some

good local ball teams. Mountaineer coach Strait Herron does not want his players to take a win for granted.

Despite their early-season record (0-2 in the Big South Conference and 1-5 overall) the Jaguars have a lot of potential with some good skill players and a veteran head coach in Chris

Medlin. Their lone win came against perennial state power Morganton Freedom 27-19 and two of their losses were to defending state 2A champion East Lincoln and a good Burns Bulldog eleven. Their two Big South losses were to Ashbrook 33-20 and North Gaston 26-20.

“Every game is a chal-

lenge and we will see how it unfolds,” Coach Herron said. “We want to get better for the future. Forestview’s not going to be easy.”

Their go-to running back thus far has been Christian Holland, a 5-8, 167-pound junior. They also have a veteran quarterback in senior Jaxson Hill, a 6-4, 172-

pound senior who can run and throw. He has 17 other seniors with experience to help him out.

Kings Mountain will counter with good skill players of their own as well as linemen who are giving the quarterbacks time to throw, the backs room to run and the receivers open routes.

Thus far, KM starting quarterback Zandon Zollo has hit 42 of 79 passes for 509 yards and reserve TJ Armstrong has completed 10 of 20 for 126 yards.

Ja’Qualyn Sanders has caught 16 passes for 269 yards and Jayden Gash 13 for 230.

KMHS volleyball runs table in first half of BSC season

Kings Mountain High’s women’s volleyball team closed out the first half of the Big South Conference schedule Thursday night with a tough 25-21, 22-25, 25-19, 25-8 victory over Crest at Donald L. Parker Gymnasium.

The JVs made it a sweep in the opener with a 25-19, 25-12 victory.

Defensive coordinator Bobby Carroll gives instructions to some of his players during Friday’s game with North Gaston’s Wildcats at John Gamble Stadium. The defense pitched a shutout, 42-0.

Robert Kendrick gets a refreshing drink of water after his big rushing and scoring night in the Mountaineers’ 42-0 victory over North Gaston Friday at Gamble Stadium.

Mountaineer Robert Kendrick follows great blocking to have a career night

Kings Mountain’s Mountaineers used outstanding blocking from their offensive line, running by senior Robert Kendrick and a hard-hitting defense to shut out the North Gaston Wildcats 42-0 Friday night at John Gamble Stadium.

The win kept the Mountaineers tied for first place in the Big South 3A Conference with their Cleveland County neighbor Crest. Belmont South Point, which was tied for first heading into Friday’s game, was upset by the Hunter Huss Huskies and

dropped into a four-way tie for third with North Gaston, Hunter Huss and Ashbrook.

“I’m happy with the way we played,” noted Mountaineer head coach Strait Herron.

“Our offense ran the ball extremely well. Kendrick had 21 carries for 196 yards. We would have loved for him to get 200. The whole offensive line did a tremendous job.

Alex Jackson had his best game of the year. Our sophomore, Dom Davis at guard, did a pretty good job also.”

Kendrick had the best game of his career and one

of the best of any running back in Mountaineer history, scoring four touchdowns to go with those 196 yards. Former KM, Clemson and Cleveland Browns great Kevin Mack holds the rushing mark of 287 yards against RS Central in 1979.

It didn’t take Kendrick and his teammates long to go out front Friday, driving the opening kickoff 66 yards in five plays. Kendrick scored on a 19 yard run and also had a 10-yard run for a first down. Quarterback Kandan Zollo threw passes of 18

yards to Jayden Gash, eight to Ja’Qualyn Sanders and 11 to Xzorian Lenair.

With Kendrick chalking up more yards, the Mountaineers drove deep into Wildcat territory on their next two possessions but missed field goals.

The offense shifted to high gear after that, though. Beginning at the 9:31 mark of the second quarter the Mountaineers drove 53 yards in eight plays to go up 14-0. Kendrick got things going with runs of 13 and five

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The varsity carried a 7-0 conference and 20-1 overall record into the first second round game yesterday at Stuart Cramer. The JVs went in at 6-0 and 10-1.

All of the KM players had a good night. For the varsity, Meile Songaila had 26 kills, 13 digs, 11 serve receptions and 10 service points.

Camden Paysour had 39 assists, eight serve receptions, three kills, 10 digs and 11 service points.

Myracle Davis was strong on the nets with 16 kills and three blocks.

Mary Grace Hogue contributed five digs, three serve receptions, two kills and seven service points.

Alexa Jones had eight serve receptions, three blocks, six digs, seven assists and nine service points.

For the JVs, Madi Broome had six serve receptions, 12 digs and five service points.

Abigail Hedgepath had 12

assists and a kill.

Ruby Osborne had seven kills.

Alana Laughridge had six digs, four serve receptions, two kills and six service points.

The Lady Mountaineers defeated South Point in a Big South Conference doubleheader last Tuesday night at Parker Gym.

The varsity won 25-11, 25-14 and 25-15 after the JVs opened the action with a 25-3, 25-2 victory.

For the varsity, Myracle Davis had 10 kills and five blocks, Camden Pasour 31 assists, four serve receptions, seven digs, nine service points and two blocks, Alexa Jones eight service points, four digs, five kills, two blocks, five assists and 16 service points, Meile Songaila six serve receptions, nine kills, 11 digs and four service points and London Brown nine kills and nine blocks.

Abigail Hedgepath, Ruby Osborne, Kenzlie Morris and Madi Broome had big games for the JVs. Hedgepath dished out 11 assists to go with two kills, two digs and 23 service points. Osborne had six kills and a block, Morris three kills and Broome 13 service points.

Watts, KMHS cross country win 11-team Lincolnton meet

Kings Mountain High’s men finished first and the women third in an 11-team cross country meet last Wednesday at Betty G. Ross Park in Lincolnton.

The Mountaineers dominated with 44 points to second place Bandys’ 20.

Isaiah Watts led the Mountaineers with a first place finish in 17:47, followed closely by teammate Max Thompson at 17:52.

Senior Hunter Cruise followed by freshmen Luke Howell and David Johnson were other high scoring runners for the Mountaineers.

The Kings Mountain women also had several runners with season and personal best finishes. Brooke Waseman led the way with a fourth place fin-

ish of 24:05. Sarah Eagle was 10th, Kallie Hope 14th, Tippy Johnsonbaugh 37th and Wren Ballard 38th.

Kings Mountain and over 30 other schools competed in the Freedom High School Cross Country Invitational Saturday and had another good showing.

“This is the location for the 3A West Regional meet later in the season, so this was an excellent opportunity to establish yourself as a possible state qualifier,” Coach Rayvis Key noted. “Max Thompson did exactly that running a 16:49 over the 3.1 mile course and finishing eighth overall.

As a team, the Mountaineers were a very respectable fifth place overall.

Other Mountaineers with

good showing were Isaiah Watts in 17:40, Hunter Cruise 19:06, Luke Howell 19:36 and David Johnson 19:39.

The Lady Mountaineers were once again led by Brooke Waseman finishing 51st with a season best time of 23:02. The team finished 13th out of a highly competitive field. Other scorers were Sarah Eagle 23:43, Kallie Hope 24:24, Tippy Johnsonbaugh 27:37 and senior Parker Wilson with a 27:52.

Kings Mountain’s next race will be October 7 at the Wendy’s Invitational at McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte. There will be hundreds of runners from across the southeast competing.

Photos by Charlie Smith

Kings Mountain High’s cross country runners compete in Freedom Invitational.

KMMS soccer battling injuries but looks to finish season strong

Kings Mountain Middle School’s boys soccer team is poised to finish the season strong despite a string of tough injuries, including team co-captain Banks Myers.

While the end result of the first six games haven’t been in their favor, their coaches said they have been competitive in every game and within a goal or two of winning five of the six games.

The Patriots have held their opponents to three points or less in every

Mountaineer JVs shut out Wildcats 36-0

match.

“The future is bright as these boys continue to come together and improve as a team and program,” said head coach Tyler Deaton.”

“We are better than our record shows,” said team captain Tristan McCorkle. Coach Deaton said he couldn’t agree more.

“Regardless of the end-of-game score results, the boys continue to come together and get better with each and

SPORTS THIS WEEK

Wed., Sept. 27

4 p.m. – Middle school golf, North Lincoln, Shelby and East Rutherford at Kings Mountain.

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

Thur., Sept. 28

4 p.m. – High school

women’s tennis, Stuart Cramer at Kings Mountain

4 p.m. – High school volleyball, Ashbrook at Kings Mountain.

7 p.m. – High school JV football, Kings Mountain at Forestview.

Fri., Sept. 29

7:30 – High school football, Forestview at Kings Mountain.

Mon., Oct. 2

2 p.m. – High school women’s golf, Kings Mountain and all BSC

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yards and Ja’Qualyn Sanders caught an 11-yard pass for a first down at the North 24. A third and seven run around left end by Kendrick resulted in another first down at the 13 and two more runs by Kendrick, followed by Thompson’s PAT, ran the score to 14-0.

Only a KM penalty kept the visitors from another three and out, but following a 13-yard punt by the Wildcats the home team was on the ‘Cats 38. A 13-yard reception by Sanders and four runs by Kendrick – the last for 10 yards – ran the score to 21-0 at the half.

Following a 16-yard North Gaston punt in the third period, KM took possession at the ‘Cats 44 and it took just two runs by Kendrick – the latter for 31 yards – to run the score to 28-0 at the 5:35

teams at Crest.

4 p.m. – High school volleyball, Cox Mill at Kings Mountain.

4:30 p.m. – Middle School cross county, Kings Mountain and all Cleveland County schools at Shelby.

6 p.m. – High school soccer, Crest at Kings Mountain.

Tue., Oct. 3

4 p.m. – High school women’s tennis, Kings Mountain at Ashbrook.

4:15 – Middle school softball, North Lincoln at Kings Mountain.

4:15 – Middle school soccer, North Lincoln at Kings Mountain.

Wed., Oct. 4

4:30 – Middle school football, Burns at Kings Mountain (Varsity begins at 5 p.m.)

mark.

KM’s defense got into the scoring act when Eli Lipscomb scooped up a North Gaston fumble at the ‘Cats 44 yard line and raced to the end zone. Again, Thompson’s PAT split the uprights and the Mountaineers were up 35-0.

And, overall, the defense was almost unmovable.

Three defenders – Jason Melton, Antonio Armstrong and Javier Curry – had double-digit tackles. Melton led with 19, Armstrong 11 and Curry 10 and Curtis Simpson had eight and a sack. Thomas Fair had five sacks.

KM’s substitutes got into the scoring act for the final TD.

After a Bryson Brown interception and 30-yard return put the Mountaineers on the North 32, Isaiah Banks caught a 13-yard pass for a first down at the 19 and Josiah Hill scored from there. Thompson’s PAT made the score 42-0 and the final 5:26 was played with a running clock.

every training and game,” Coach Deaton said. “Led by our centerback Ashton Hall, our boys are so good at winning the ball back quickly when they are out of possession but struggle at times to find the back of the net in the attacking third.

“That said, with a recent banger of a goal in the final minutes by our sixth grade forward Cyrus Smith, we believe there is more to come and we want to ride that momentum all the way to

the end of the season. For us, the key to winning is simply finishing. We are keeping the scores low from a defensive standpoint and connecting passes as we build up the field but we need to find the back of the net in order to get a win. I believe our boys are poised to do this as we head into the final four games of the season.”

Coach Deaton is assisted by coaches Jason Myers and Steven Moree.

Kings Mountain High’s JV football team posted its fourth straight victory Thursday night with a 36-0 shutout of the North Gaston Wildcats in Dallas.

The Mountaineers, who haven’t lost since a close opening-season game against the Shelby Lions, will take a 4-1 record into a game Thursday at 7 p.m. at Gastonia Forestview.

Jakelan Littlejohn got last week’s rout going with an 18-yard touchdown for a 6-0 lead on the Mountaineers’ first possession.

The Mountaineers ran the lead to 14-0 on Jayden Williams 11-yard TD run and Savion Lindsay’s twopoint conversion. Lindsay scored from 35 yards out to extend the Mountaineer lead to 20-0. He later scored from a yard out and followed it with his second two-point conversion for a 28-0 lead. Trenton Pettis scored KM’s final TD from five yards out and Aiden Kendrick added the two-point conversion to account for the final score.

Kings Mountain cheerleaders and football players celebrate last week's victory over the North Gaston Wildcats at Gamble Stadium. (Photo by Charlie Smith)

KM golf third in BSC match

Kings Mountain High’s women’s golfers finished third to South Point and Crest last week at Cramer Mountain Country Club. The Lady Mountaineers were scheduled to host the Big South Conference teams yesterday at Kings Mountain Country Club.

South Point out-distanced all the other teams with 121 points. Crest was second at 163 and KM came in at 171.

Forestview finished fourth at 174 followed by Ashbrook and Stuart Cramer both with 177. Hunter Huss and North Gaston did not have enough players for a team score.

Amelia Connor of South Point was the medalist with a 39.

Kaliyah Watson led KM with a 53. Mylin Eckard shot 57 and Jaiden Earle 61.

BIG SOUTH FOOTBALL

LAST

Kings

MOUNTIE MOTIVATORS VISIT NORTH SCHOOL – North Elementary School was excited to welcome the Mountie Motivators to their campus last week. Some Kings Mountain High School football players read, talked, and played games with the kindergartners and first graders. The school looks forward to having the Mountie Motivators back on campus again soon to see their other students. Pictured above: Mrs. Deason and Mrs. Warlick’s classes enjoyed a quick picture with Zay Smith, Bryson Brown, Curtis Simpson, Immanuel Feemster, Jason Melton, Zamauri Morton, and Kamari Houze. (Photos by Anna Hughes)

LEGAL NOTICE

NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 23 SP 171

IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF PAGE 1 PARTNERS LLC, Mortgagor, to PETER F. DWYER, Trustee; DELTON W. BARNES, Substitute Trustee, BOOK 1899, PAGE 1836 BBT Series XVI LLC, Mortgagee.

Dated June 2, 2019, recorded in Book 1794, at Page 115

Securing the original amount of $53,000.00

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Page 1 Partners LLC, described above, in the Cleveland County Public Registry; default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and the said Deed of Trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure; and the holder of the indebtedness thereby secured having demanded a foreclosure thereof for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness; and under and by virtue of an order entered in the within entitled and numbered action by the Clerk of Superior Court of Cleveland County, North Carolina on the 6th day of September, 2023, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the Courthouse door in Shelby, North Carolina at 12:00 PM on Wednesday the 11th day of October, 2023, the land conveyed in said Deed of Trust, the same lying and being in Cleveland County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows:

Lying and being on the Southeast side of a sand clay road #2276, about 2 miles East of the Town of Grover, Number 4 Township, Cleveland County and described as follows:

BEGINNING on a stake, the Southwest corner of the Samuel Jones property and running with his West line North 12-29 East 306.5 feet to a spike, a new corner in the center of road #2276 and passing over a stake on the right of way on the road; thence a new line with the center of the road South 59-12 West 175 feet to a spike; thence with the center of the road South 49-44 West 203.7 feet to a spike in the center of the road, Homer Kilgore’s corner; thence with his line South 2-29 East 36.2 feet to an iron stake, a new corner on the right of way of the road; thence a new line across the Kilgore property South 80-0 East 241.1 feet to the beginning, containing 1.4 acres, according to a survey of L. B. Falls, Registered Surveyor, made March 27, 1969.

THIS PROPERTY HAS THE ADDRESS OF: 533 Kilgore Road, Kings Mountain, North Carolina 28086.

This sale is made subject to any excise or transfer taxes, all outstanding and unpaid Cleveland County and any city or town ad valorem property taxes as well as any and all other prior liens, defects and encumbrances involving said property, as well as a Clerk’s fee of $.45 per $100 on the purchase price.

Notice is further hereby given that the successful bidder will be required to make a cash deposit not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00).

Notice is further hereby given that the sale will be conducted pursuant to and subject to all of the provisions of Chapter 45, as amended, of the General Statutes of North Carolina.

Notice is given that an order for possession of the property may be issued pursuant to N.C.G.S. §45-21.29 in favor of the purchaser and against the party or parties in possession by the Clerk of Superior Court of the County in which the property is sold.

Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or renewed on or after October 1, 2007, may, after receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement by providing written notice of termination to the landlord, to be effective on a date stated in the notice that is at least 10 days, but no more than 90 days, after the sale date contained in the notice of sale, provided that the mortgagor has not cured the default at the time the tenant provides the notice of termination. Upon the termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement prorated to the effective date of the termination.

This the 6th day of September, 2023.

/s/ Delton W. Barnes, Substitute Trustee

5 E. Marion Street, Unit 4 Shelby, North Carolina 28150 (704) 406-9416

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Several football players enjoyed the sunshine and read books to Mrs. Deason and Mrs.

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 9th of June, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of MICHAEL ALLEN MELTON, 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, Vickie B. Melton, Executrix on or before the 6th of December, 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 6th day of September, 2023.

Vickie B. Melton, Executrix

Estate of Michael Allen Melton 505 Crawley Gin Road Shelby, NC 28150

Counsel for the Estate

McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (9/06, 13, 20 & 27/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 13th of September, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of SANDRA MARIE PARADIS, 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, Sandra Marie Luttrell, Executrix on or before the 27th of December, 2023, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 27th day of September, 2023.

Sandra Marie Luttrell, Executrix

Estate of Sandra Marie Pardis

4 Laurel Wyck Dr Waretown, NJ 08758

Counsel for the Estate

McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

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Warlick’s first-grade classes.

Former North Tigers that visited North posed with Teacher Assistant Anna Hughes. Football players include Zamauri Morton, Tyler Furman, Immanuel Feemster, Josiah Hill, and Jeremiah Hill.

Mrs. Mack, kindergarten teacher, posed for a picture with her former student, Tyler Furman.

Isaiah Banks, Bryce Yon, Zaylen Ramos, and Josiah Hill were talking to Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Sherrill’s Kindergarten

Zay Smith and Curtis Simpson, and students from Mrs. Deason’s first-grade class were having fun outside Wednesday afternoon.

Unfair Real Estate Agreements Act signed into law

Attorney General Josh Stein joined Gov. Roy Cooper as the Governor signed the Unfair Real Estate Agreements Act into law on Friday, September 15. The attorney general’s office worked closely with legislators and stakeholders to draft the bill. The Unfair Real Estate Agreements Act will prohibit companies from using oppressive and excessively long-term agreements that undermine a person’s home ownership.

“Predatory businesses will not be allowed to trick North Carolina’s homeowners without consequences – not on my watch,” said Attorney General Josh Stein. “I’ll keep fighting these bad actors, and I’m grateful to the legislature for passing

and Gov. Roy Cooper for signing legislation to put an end to these unfair real estate agreements.” In March, Attorney General Stein sued MV Realty alleging that they violated North Carolina’s laws prohibiting unfair and deceptive practices, usurious lending, abusive telephone solicitation practices, and unfair debt collection practices by tricking homeowners into signing oppressive, 40-year real estate agreements. The Department of Justice received about 60 complaints beginning in March 2022 and began investigating the company in the fall of 2022. MV Realty enrolled more than 2,100 homeowners in North Carolina in their predatory scheme. The Unfair Real Estate

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATRIX

Having qualified on 11th of September 2023 as

Administratrix of the Estate of Connie Ruth Harrison (23 E 729), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to A. Susan Biggers, Administratrix, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 27, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

A. Susan Biggers

Administratrix of the Estate of Connie Ruth Harrison

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

402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATOR

Having qualified on 8th of September, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of Renita Lynn Moss (23 E 612), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Michael Jack Moss, Administrator c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 27, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Michael Jack Moss

Administrator of the Estate of Renita Lynn Moss

c/o A. Susan Biggers

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

402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 5th of June, 2023 as Co-Administratrix and Co-Administrator of the Estate of MARY CAMPBELL, 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, Lajuana Flack, Co-Administratrix and/or Shaun Campbell, Co-Administrator on or before the 27th of December, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Lajuana Flack, Co-Administratrix

Estate of: Mary Campbell

136 Eagles Nest Way

Shelby, NC 28152

And/or

Shaun Campbell, Co-Administrator

Estate of: Mary Campbell

742 Vale Street Shelby, NC 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 12th of September, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of LLOYD DIXON SELF, 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, Terry Melton, Administratrix on or before the 20th of December, 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 20th day of September, 2023.

Terry Melton, Administratrix

Estate of: Lloyd Dixon Self

125 Corine Court

Shelby, NC 28152

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Agreements Act prohibits “Right to List” service agreements –such as the ones used by MV Realty – that purport to run with the land, create a lien or security interest on a homeowner’s property, or are otherwise assigned without the homeowner’s clear consent. AARP, The NC Land Title Association, The NC REALTORS, The NC Real Estate Commission, and Zillow support the legislation.

The bill was sponsored in the House by Reps. Kyle Hall, Charles Miller, Hugh Blackwell, and Vernetta Alston, and in the Senate by Sens. Joyce Krawiec, Brad Overcash, and Paul Lowe. It passed the House and the Senate unanimously.

GCPD FAST team arrests fugitive

On Monday, Sept. 25, the Gaston County Probation and Parole’s Apprehension, Capture, and Enforcement Unit requested assistance from the Gaston County Police Department’s Fugitive Apprehension and Suspect Tracking (FAST) team in locating Theron Wingate. Wingate had an outstanding Felony Parole warrant related to the charge of Possession of a Firearm by a Felon. FAST team and Probation and Parole officers

THERON WINGATE

located Wingate near Short Street in Stanley. When officers attempted to arrest Wingate, he ran from officers, fleeing into a residence, and then refused to come out. Due to Wingate’s violent criminal history, the FAST team requested the

Gaston County Emergency Response Team’s (ERT) assistance. ERT responded to the scene, where Wingate quickly surrendered without incident. Wingate is currently being held at the Gaston County Jail without a bond. Gaston County Police would like to thank the Stanley Police Department for their assistance, which led to a quick resolution to this situation.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATRIX

LEGAL NOTICE

EXECUTOR’S NOTICE

Having qualified on 19th of September 2023 as Executor of the Estate of Georgia Louise Shuford (23 E 158), 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 Alfred Bernard Shuford, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 27, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Alfred Bernard Shuford

Executor of the Estate of Georgia Louise Shuford c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (9/27, 10/04, 11 & 18/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

CO-EXECUTORS’ NOTICE

Having qualified on 15th of September, 2023 as Co-Executors of the Estate of Sara S. Greene (23 E 768), 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 Susan Greene Turner and Albert Scott Greene, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 27, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Susan Greene Turner and Albert Scott Greene

Co-Executors of the Estate of Sara S. Greene

c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C.

402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 19th of September, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of DOROTHY BOSTIC LAIL, 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, Ronald Dwight Lail, Jr., Executor on or before the 27th of December, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Ronald Dwight Lail, Jr., Executor

Estate of Dorothy Bostic Lail 285 Willow Run Drive Forest City, NC 28043 KMH (9/27, 10/04, 11 &18/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 13th of September, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of CURTIS WADE COLLINS, 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 Klutz Collins, Executrix on or before the 20th of December, 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 20th day of September, 2023.

Robin Klutz Collins, Executrix

Estate of Curtis Wade Collins

214 Vauxhall Drive Shelby, NC 28150

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Having qualified on 8th of September 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of Jack Ware (23 E 740), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to A. Susan Biggers, Administratrix, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 27, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

A. Susan Biggers Administratrix of the Estate of Jack Ware Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (9/27, 10/4, 11 & 18/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 15th of September, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of JACK DEAN WILLIAMS, 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, J. Charles Hoyle, Administrator on or before the 27th of December, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

J. Charles Hoyle, Administrator Estate of: Jack Dean Williams 207 Hoyle’s Road Kings Mountain, NC 28086 KMH (9/27, 10/04, 11 & 18/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 21st of September, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of HENRY CLOVER: AKA,HENDRICK CLOVER, 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, Stephen H. Clover, Executor on or before the 27th of December, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Stephen H. Clover, Executor Estate of Henry Clover; aka, Hendrick Clover 106 Old Friends LN Shelby, NC 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE

SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK

File No. 23 E 529

In the Matter of the Estate of: BLANCH BERNARD ELLIOTT, Deceased.

Having qualified on the 11th day of September, 2023 as Co-Executrix of the Estate of Blanch Bernard Elliott, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Co-Executrix on or before the 22nd day of December 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 20th day of September, 2023.

Chyrl Elliott Hood, Co-Executrix

7399 Old Shelby Road Vale, NC 28168

Andrew Elliott, C-Executor 135 Parwin Road Spartanburg, SC 29303

Nichole B. Greene

GREENE LAW OFFICES, PLLC 806 North Lafayette Street

Shelby, NC 28150

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How Kings Mountain Schools performed last year

By Loretta Cozart

NC Department of Public Instruction, NCDPI, released their school performance grades last week. The report states, “For the 2022–23 school year, schools continued to deal with student learning loss

due to the COVID pandemic. Data from the 2022–23 school year should be reviewed in these contexts, and comparisons to prior years’ results should be made with caution.”

According to the report, all Kings Mountain Schools received a letter

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 15th of August, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of JAMES DAVID WALDROP, 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, Sandra Waldrop, Administratrix on or before the 6th 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 6th day of September, 2023.

Sandra Waldrop, Administratrix

Estate of: James David Waldrop

130 Forest Morrison Rd. Lawndale, NC 28090

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

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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 applications for rezoning.

Z-23-8 Applicant: Kiamesha Young/Owner: Youngco, Inc. have requested an amendment to the Zoning Map of the City of Kings Mountain regarding the following:

Rezone approximately 0.86 acres, identified as Cleveland County Parcel 11887 located on Margrace Road. The petitioner would like the property rezoned from Suburban Residential (SR) to Semi-Urban Residential (SU). Case Z-23-8

Z-23-9 Applicant/Owner: Christina Hutchins has requested an amendment to the Zoning Map of the City of Kings Mountain regarding the following:

Rezone approximately 1.4 acres, identified as Cleveland County Parcels 8351, 8390, 13333, 13334 and 13335 located on N. Piedmont Ave. The petitioner would like the property rezoned from Semi-Urban Residential (SU) to Auto-Urban Commercial (AU). Case Z-23-9

Z-23-10 Applicant: Crystal Matre/Owner: Re-Do-It, LLC have requested an amendment to the Zoning Map of the City of Kings Mountain regarding the following:

Rezone approximately 0.34 acres, identified as Cleveland County Parcel 8061 located at the southeast corner of Cherokee St. and Spruce St. The petitioner would like the property rezoned from Central Business (CB) to Semi-Urban Residential (SU). Case Z-23-10

Z-23-11 Applicant: Thomas Fletcher/Owner: Lawndale Sand, LLC have requested an amendment to the Zoning Map of the City of Kings Mountain regarding the following:

Rezone approximately 41.18 acres, identified as Cleveland County Parcel 10748 located on Countryside Rd. The petitioner would like the property rezoned from Auto-Urban Commercial (AU) to Light Industrial (LI). Case Z-23-11

Z-23-12 Applicant: Matthew Carpenter/Owners:

IPKMCC 2022, LLC and WHC Humphries LLC have requested an amendment to the Zoning Map of the City of Kings Mountain regarding the following:

Rezone approximately 384 acres, identified as Cleveland County Parcels 11598, 65944, 11599, 12880, and 12879 located on the southeast side of Dixon School Rd. and west of Kings Mountain Lake 2. The petitioner would like the property rezoned from Suburban Residential (SR), Rural (RU), and Special Use-Conditional District (SUCD) to Planned Development (PD).

The public hearing will be at City Hall, 101 W. Gold Street, Kings Mountain, North Carolina on Thursday, October 12, 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 the City of Kings Mountain Development Services at 704-734-4595. (KM_9/27 & 10/4/2023)

grade of C, a score between 55 - 69. Also, Kings Mountain High School showed a drop in its graduation rate, from 90.5 percent in 2022 to 85.3 percent in 2023. By comparison, other high schools’ graduation rates in the district were:

• CCECHS – 93

• Cleveland Innovation –90

• Shelby – 89

• Crest – 86

• Burns – 83

• Turning Point Acad. – 27

• N. Shelby - <5

Student growth is the amount of academic progress that students make over the course of a grade or class and is another measure by which schools perform. Students enter grades and courses at different places; some have struggled, while some have excelled. Regardless of how they enter a grade or course, students can make progress over the course of the school year. Growth

scores for all Kings Mountain Elementary Schools were met or exceeded:

• East – Met

• Grover – Exceeded

• North – Exceeded

• West – Met

• Bethware – Met

Kings Mountain Middle School also met its Growth Score; however, Kings Mountain Intermediate and Kings Mountain High School did not.

Since 2013-14, student performance data have been used to assign letter grades to North Carolina public schools as required by North Carolina General Statute 115C-83.15. The grades are based on each school’s achievement score (weight of 80%) and students’ academic growth (weight of 20%). The total school performance score is converted to a 100-point scale and then used to determine a school performance grade of A, B, C, D, or F.

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 25th of August, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of BETTY JEAN CANNON, 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, Betty Sue Garrett, pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 13th day of September, 2023.

Betty Sue Garrett, Executrix Estate of Betty Jean Cannon 401 Caleb Rd Shelby, NC 28152

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (9/13, 20, 27 & 10/04/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 25th of August, 2023 as Administrator of the Estate of BETTY JANE PARKER SIPES, 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, Robert Lee Sipes, Administrator on or before the 27th of December, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Robert Lee Sipes, Administrator

Estate of: Betty Jane Parker Sipes P.O. Box 432/ 135 Beam Street Fallston, NC 28042

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

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LEGAL NOTICE

Having qualified on the 23rd day of August, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of Karen Elizabeth Everette, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executrix on or before the 22nd day of December, 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 20th day of September, 2023.

Brenda Clay, ADM

3925-5 Robert Ridings Road Shelby, NC 28150

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr, Admin. CTA CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS

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

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The final grade is based on a 15-point scale:

• A: 85-100

• B: 70-84

• C: 55-69

• D: 40-54

• F: Less than 40

Each public school received an overall letter grade and a letter grade for each student subgroup (Asian, American Indian, Black, Hispanic, Two or More Races, White, Economically Disadvantaged, Students with Disabilities, and English Learners). Subgroup performance is reported when scores in a particular group are at least 30 for one or more parts of the accountability model.

K-2 schools will receive the letter grades earned by the schools to which they send the largest percentage of students. Schools approved to use the state’s alternative accountability model will be assigned a letter grade only for the purposes of identifying Comprehensive Support and Improvement schools and Targeted Support and

Improvement schools, as required by federal statute. The indicators for elementary and middle schools differ from the indicators for high schools, as presented in the chart and explanation below:

Elementary/Middle School Indicators

• 3rd thru 8th Grade Reading

• 3rd thru 8th Grade Math

• 5th Grade Science

• 8th Grade Science

• NC Math 1 · Growth

• English Learner Progress High School Indicators

ASSESSMENTS

• NC Math 1/Math 3

• English II

• Biology

• The ACT

• ACT WorkKeys OTHER MEASURES

• 4-year Graduation Rates

• Successful completion of high-level math courses

• Growth (NC Math 1/ NC Math 3 and English II)

• English Learner Progress

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 14th of September, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of CHARLES T. DAVIS, 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, Myra D. Griffith, Executrix on or before the 20th of December, 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 20th day of September, 2023.

Myra D. Griffith, Executrix

Estate of Charles T. Davis 2549 Wood Rd. Mooresboro, NC 28114

KMH (9/20, 27, 10/4 & 11/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 11th of September, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of GLADYS TILLERY HENLSEY, 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, Carleen Marie McFarland, Executrix on or before the 27th of December, 2023, or this will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned.

This the 27th day of September, 2023.

Carleen Marie McFarland, Executrix

Estate of Gladys Tillery Henlsey 619 Moriah Church Rd Casar, NC 28020

Counsel for the Estate

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

KMH (9/27, 10/04, 11, & 18/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 28th of August, 2023 as Limited Personal

Representative of the Estate of WILLIAM ADAM HASTINGS, 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, Donna Hastings Silver, Limited Personal Representative on or before the 27th of December, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Donna Hastings Silver, Limited Personal

Representative

Estate of: William Adam Hastings

1610 W. Stagecoach Trl. Lawndale, NC 28090

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

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ented licensed Insurance Agent to join our team. We offer a competitive base salary, plus commission and performance-based incentives, health insurance assistance, retirement plan and paid time off. (704) 734-4810 tim@ groves-insurance.com

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

ONE ON ONE CARE, INC. Is hiring for Day Program Activity Coordinator. Includes some transport. Mon- Fri- 7am3pm 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 EXPERIENCED LANDSCAPER $15 HOUR. Don’t bother calling if you don’t want to work. Must speak English. 704-526-6640.

NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704) 473-0341

BUSINESS SERVICES

SHIPMAN’S MASONRY- 48 YEARS EXPERIENCE. Brick, Block & Stone, Outside Fireplaces, Foundations, Underpinnings. “Free Estimates”. 1st Quality Work! (863) 5321587

JAMES BALLARD PAINTING SERVICE. Paint Kitchen Cabinets or Stain Decks.

Pre-estimated price. References available. 828-4297511, 828-429-3743. Ask for James. (828) 287-9272 jballard591@gmail.com

RETAINING WALLS, PAVERS, GRADING, DEMOLITION. Site cleanup, ponds, fencing, maintenance, irrigation, landscaping, concrete, excavator work. 828453-8113.

PRESSURE WASHING, MULCHING, LANDSCAPING, BUSHES TRIMMED, DECKS RESTORED & MUCH MORE! 30 Years Experience. Free Estimates! Call (704) 692-4449

ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, lawnmower or tractor. Honest & Reliable! (704) 3002332

BUSINESS SERVICES

JOHNSTON GRADING LLC.

Skid steer work and Trackhoe work. RV Transport and set ups in Local Campgrounds. Driveway repairs, gravel hauling, Culvert pipe installed. Campground sites built to your specs. Call 704-4735600. (704) 473-5600 johnstongradingllc@yahoo.com

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tune-up Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-477-9119 or 704-472-9367.

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

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

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

3 FAMILY YARD SALE Sat, Sept. 30th, 8 am-5 pm. Tools, Furniture, Clothes and lots of misc. items. 204 Lily St, (off Lafayette), Shelby, NC 28152

NATURALLY UNIQUE AN-

TIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

LLC, presents an Estate Sale. Fri., Sept. 29th, 2 pm7pm and Sat., Sept. 30th, 9 am-2pm. 1538 Hilltop Drive, Shelby, NC 28150. EVERY FRIDAY SATURDAY IN SEPTEMBER. Men’s Pants, size 36, Home Decor, Dressware, Yard Work Supplies. 230 Chestnut St. Shelby, NC 28150

YARD SALE. BABY EQUIPMENT: 2 cribs, many baby clothes, toys, other items. Saturday, October 7th, 7:00am-?. Rollingwood neighborhood. 1014 Castlewood Drive, Shelby, NC 28150

GASTON COUNTY

CASH FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., Sept. 30th, 2023 from 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Kitchen items, vinyl records, CD’s, mens & ladies clothes, mens ties, jewelry, sports memorabilia and more. Rain date 10/7/2023. 215 Carolina Drive, Cherryville, NC 28021

TWO DAY YARD SALE. FRI. SEPT. 29TH, 2023 FROM 07:00 AM - ? SAT. SEPT. 30TH, 2023 FROM 07:00 AM - ? 701 EAST ACADEMY STREET, CHERRYVILLE, NC 28021 JHB0906@ATT. NET RUTHERFORD COUNTY

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE t hat attended the yard sale held Saturday, September 16 at Vanity Lane in Rutherfordton. It was a huge success! Ellenboro, NC 28040

ANNUAL BARN SALE. Sat., Sept. 30, 9AM-2PM. Household items. Proceeds help support local charities. 1706 Grassy Knob Road, 1.5 miles off Highway 9.

FOR SALE

ANTIQUE DEALER SELLING OUT! $1900 SELL OUT. Booth #30. Buncombe Antiques, 5000 Wade Hampton Blvd., Taylors, SC 29687. 864-2684498 or 864-958-3700, Mon.-Sat. 11AM-5PM. 70% Off Marked Down Price or Take All $1900 OBO. (864) 268-4498

ATTENTION HAIR STYLIST!

L’OREAL MAJIREL COLOR FOR SALE. $4 per tube. Call 704-538-6538

ITEMS

FOR SALE

COW HAY FOR SALE. 100 Round Bales 4’ by 5’ twine wrapped (with John Deere Baler). Fescue Hay $40.00 each bale. “We Can Deliver!” 704-472-4742. (704) 472-4742

TABLE AND 4 CHAIRS by Ashley. 48-inch round. Mahogany color. 4 chairs (black leather seats and backs) Like new! (828) 980-0657 poppabear54@hotmail.com

2 FREEZERS AND DORM REFRIGERATOR for sale. 1 upright freezer and 1 chest. Call for more information. 704-472-2797.

BOX OF COUNTRY ALBUMS. $2.00 each. Box of 45s. 4/$1.00. 828-287-0982

USED CAMPER TOPS: BUY/SALE/TRADE. Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828-980-0788 or 828-286-8674.

55 GALLON FISH TANK for sale. Complete with filter and stand. Full of guppies. $75. Call 704-477-4636.

WHIRLPOOL REFRIGERA-

TOR Stainless Steel. 26 cubic ft. French doors. $1,000. 704-692-1841. 2018 THOR FOURWINDS CLASS C 2018 Fourwinds Class C Motorhome. 25,000 miles. Call for Price (828) 429-8397

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

TRAILER-BUY-SELL-TRADE!

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

TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704434-6389, (704) 473-0867

FARM & GARDEN

SQUARE BALES OF GRASS HAY for sale. Solid bales at $6 per bale. 828-447-6296.

C FARMAL WITH CULTIVATORS. $2500. 7 ft, Big Rhiyo Scrape Blade $900. 10ft Cultipacker Double Roller $400. 828-289-4619, (704) 5383756

4X5 ROUND BALES FES-

CUE HAY. $40 bale or buy in volume for better rate. (704) 215-0214

COMPOST TUMBLER with stand and book. $250. Call Bill at 704-692-2092.

I SUPPORT TRUMP 2024. Trump for President fans show their support with this patriotic (easily removable) magnet NC4Ever@USA.com

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

TRAILERS, TRAILERS! DUMP TRAILERS, GOOSE-

WE’VE GOT THE KNIVES &COINS! Jake’s Knives & Coins located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. Call 704600-6996 or (980) 295-5568

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

TWO BURIAL LOTS AT Rose Hill Memorial Park Cemetery. $1600 for both or $800 per lot. (704) 297-0098

1999 DODGE 1500. I have

1999 Dodge pickup, been wrecked, has some good body parts, has good 360 engine. Doors have been sold. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net

TRACTORS, EQUIPMENT, RIDING MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828-980-0853, 704476-9383.

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. 4x5 Round Bales in barn, $55 each. Fescue and Orchard grass. Rutherford County. 828-429-3100.

BOATS

1990 MASTERCRAFT CA-

JUN BASS BOAT. He does not text so must call Ray @ 252-361-5259. Boat, 150 HP motor and galvanized trailer. Titles in hand. Kinston, NC (252) 361-5259 jarmansusan@yahoo.com

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

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855 CAMPER ON PERMANENT SITE WITH shed over and large screened porch, in a quiet park, in Maggie Valley. Broker, Jerry Lee, 828-230-1082

WANT TO BUY

CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no

title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704692-6767, (704) 487-0228

1993 HYDRA SPORTS 18’9” BOAT. Open title. Boat needs work, it’s been sitting for a few years. 150 Mercury motor, runs good. Asking $4,000 OBO. (704) 418-9331 vablab08@gmail.com

PETS & LIVESTOCK

AKC GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES. Hobbsville, NC. Born 08/31/23 and ready to go home on 10/29/23. Will come with AKC papers, first puppy shots, and deworming. $900. Contact Nicole at (252) 506-6703 for more info. (252) 337-5981 nandtward2020@ gmail.com

SIG SAUER 357 CALIBER Semi automatic stainless steel pistol. $575. Includes a 12 shot magazine. Cost $1,000 new. (828) 289-1817.

HUNTING, FISHING AND ARCHERY EQUIPMENT. (828) 748-2027.

2-MAN DEER STAND, APPROX. 14’ high, can be less, $90; men’s mountain bike, 16spd., w/helmet, $100; set of folding loading ramps for pickup, 1500 lb capacity, $110.

Cell, 828-289-0901

BOAT & RV COVERS-WE

INSTALL. 14 on Site that you can look at and touch! J Johnson Sales, 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 2455895

Craftsman-18 HP, 46” cut, 2 yrs. old and 5x8 Trailer. 704300-8683. 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

WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, PopUp Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935. RECORD PLAYERS that work with an adapter that plays 45’s & 78’s. Must be able to load and play more than 1 at a time. 704-435-8956.

WANT TO BUY USED BUICK, TOYOTA or HONDA with Less than 90,000 Miles. Call 980-745-5396 or 980880-7324 “Leave Voicemail Only”

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

WANT TO BUY CARS & TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 6921006

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

SHOPRIDER STREAMER. $695. September Special, Good mobility chair, Shoprider Streamer, 245 lb limit,, delivered, charger, warranty. Scooterman John (704) 9514224 mobilityservices07@ gmail.com

FARM & GARDEN

HAY BALES FOR SALE. Good grass, 4x5 large hay bales. $40 each. 828-4294900.

FREE KITTENS To a good home. 2 males and 7 females are available. 704-562-0370. FREE TO GOOD HOME. 2-1/2 yr female yellow lab mix. Overall good temperament. No longer able to care for her properly. Call & leave a message. (704) 487-4065 hackenberry2000@yahoo.com

ENGLISH MASTIFF PUPPIES. 6 weeks old. Vet checked, wormed. Parents on site. $600 each. 828-2457405, leave message. CHICKENS FOR SALE. Brahmas and Buff Orpingtons and Black Sex Links. Ready to lay. $13.50. 704-473-1311

CHIWEENIE PUPPIES. Ready September 23. $350.00 each. 704-466-6983. CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. Ready September 23. $450.00 each. 704-466-6983. YORKSHIRE TERRIERS FOR SALE. Small in size. First shots and wormed. Parents on site. Local, Shelby. Serious inquiries only. 704300-4673

GLOCK

LEGAL NOTICE

EXECUTOR’S NOTICE

Having qualified on the 11th of August 2023 as Executor of the Estate of Carolyn W. Rikard (23 E 114), 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 Marty Charles Rikard, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 8, 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 6th day of September, 2023.

Marty Charles Rikard

Executor of the Estate of Carolyn W. Rikard

c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

KMH (9/06, 13, 20 & 27/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 14th of September, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of FLORA M. DAVIS, 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, Myra D. Griffith, Executrix on or before the 20th of December, 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 20th day of September, 2023.

Myra D. Griffith, Executrix

Estate of Flora M. Davis

2549 Wood Rd. Mooresboro, NC 28114

KMH (9/20, 27, 10/4 & 11/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATRIX CTA

Having qualified on 19th of September 2023 as Administratrix CTA of the Estate of Donnis Greene Baynard aka Mary Donnis Baynard (23 E 442), 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 Kim Aderholdt fka Kimberly Baynard, Administratrix CTA, c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before December 27, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Kim Aderholdt fka Kimberly Baynard Administratrix CTA of the Estate of Donnis Greene Baynard aka Mary Donnis Baynard Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150

KMH (9/27, 10/04, 11 & 18/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 14th of September, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of PEARL J. MOON, 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, Phyllis Moon Abdelaziz, Administratrix on or before the 20th of December, 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 20th day of September, 2023.

Phyllis Moon Abdelaziz, Administratrix

Estate of: Pearl J. Moon 2200 Kingston Rd Kingstown, NC 28150

KMH (9/20, 27, 10/04 & 11/2023)

PETS & LIVESTOCK

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

CHICKENS For sale. Laying hens and roosters. Please call or text 704-473-9866 (704) 473-9866

PITT BULL PUPPIES FOR SALE. 1 litter, 6 months old; 1 litter, 5 months old; brindle and white. $200. Call 704734-7243

BALL PYTHONS, 8 WEEKS

OLD. Many different colors & genetics. Males & females. Prices vary. Call Mark (704) 470-5947

CARS & TRUCKS

2003 FORD F-150 4x4, Red. Ex-cab, short bed, has oil pressure problem, $2100. Call anytime 704-418-6080 or 704-300-2502.

VACATIONS

MYRTLE BEACH CONDO. Three bedroom, 2.5 bath. Screened porch, near outlets, Apache Pier and all the holiday shows. No smoking/ pets. (828) 447-6611, 9571 Shore Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

SCENIC RIDGE COUNTRY

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

OF CLEVELAND

COUNTY

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 31st of August, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of CHARLES JACOB DAY, 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, Christol Cole, Administratrix on or before the 13th of December, 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 13th day of September, 2023.

Christol Cole, Administratrix

Estate of Charles Jacob Day 204 South Shelby St. Blacksburg, SC 29702

Counsel for the Estate McINTYRE ELDER LAW

233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (9/13, 20, 27& 10/04/2023)

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 30th of August, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of NATHERN LEWIS LANKFORD, 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, Tracy N. Lankford, Administratrix on or before the 6th 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 6th day of September, 2023.

Tracy N. Lankford, Administratrix

Estate of: Nathern Lewis Lankford 213 Old Mill Rd. Shelby, NC 28150

KMH (9/06, 13, 20 & 27/2023)

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY COUNTRY FARMHOUSE FOR RENT. 214 E. Double Shoals Rd. COMPLETELY

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

Dew claws removed, Parti Colors, males $800, females $1000. No codes. Female Pom mix, 6 yrs old, very sweet, loves to be held & car ride. Spayed. Needs to be only dog. $300. Lab mix 6 months old $150, ego. 828-391-0919. (828) 391-0919

TOY & MINI AUSSIES. UTD on shots and worming. Blue eyes, paper & crate trained. 828-289-6756.

CARS & TRUCKS

2021 VOLKSWAGEN ATLAS CROSS SPORT. 36,750 miles, $30,750 obo, heated seats, cargo cover in rear, all weather mats (704) 297-5990 tggray@carolina. rr.com

1995 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE. Black w/black top, beige interior, 71k, auto., new tires, Black Scorpion wheels, Flowmaster mufflers, $7800. 980925-4000

2003 TOYOTA PRIUS. White, Mileage-300K, Cold air, Good tires. $3,500. 704-942-4788.

2006 HONDA ACCORD SDN. 4 Door, 4 Cylinder, Dark Blue, Grey Leather Interior, Automatic, only 75,000 miles, Sunroof, Michelin Tires, Excellent Condition. $8300. Call 704-974-4851

CAMPERS

2017 CUSTOM TEARDROP CAMPER. $1800 obo. Bought this late last year to fix to my likings, that’s when work got into the way. No time for her, she camps and hauls beautifully, very light. Needs someone to make her their own. She has power Inverter, but has been bypassed with a smaller one. I have no clue when it comes to electricity. NO TITLE. Bought her S.C. (704) 323-0949

CAMPGROUND. Cherryville, NC. Cabins. RV Spots, Daily Weekly, Monthly, Seasonal Sites. (704) 435-0938 OCEAN LAKES MYRTLE BEACH. Cottage N34. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, den, kitchen, dining, covered deck, near country store. Call Dorcas, 803-718-2659.

REAL ESTATE POLK COUNTY

SUNNYVIEW, NC FOR SALE BY OWNER. Convenient location, 4 acre wooded house lot on quiet country road. $52,000. Owner financing available. 828-429-3287.

WANT TO RENT

TRAILER LOT around Kings Mountain area. 704739-2086.

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

BOXER PUPPIES, CKC

REG. Shots & worming UTD. 8 wks old. Big Healthy Pups. $300 ea. (704) 466-3135

BLUE TICK BEAGLE PUP-

PIES AKC Registered. Parents on site. 2 sets of shots and wormed. $400 ea. 704692-6787

DOG KENNELS 5X10, 10X10, 10X20. Dog Houses, Tops for Kennels. “Delivery & Setup Available” J Johnson Sales 2690 221South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

1996 DODGE RAM VAN. Sterling Series Conversion Van 179,731 miles Motor good, Interior good, Needs electrical work. $2500 (704)

482-4771

2013 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY. Handicap ramp, 88,600 miles, new tires & brakes, with new “Pride” power chair, 500 lb. capacity. $11,500. 828-248-3402, leave message.

SCENIC RIDGE COUNTRY CAMPGROUND. Cherryville, NC. Cabins. RV Spots, Daily Weekly, Monthly, Seasonal Sites. (704) 435-0938

VACATIONS

PERMANENT CAMP SPOTS AVAILABLE. 680 NC HWY 226 Casar, NC. Monthly rent is $500 that includes up to $125 in utilities. Deposit is $375. App Fee $25 per adult.

704-214-4180.

MOBILE HOME, 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. In Shelby. Stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer furnished. 55+ community, no pets. $900 rent, $900 deposit. Call (704) 4668010 135-127 WIGGINS LANE. Kings Mountain, NC. Singlewide. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath. Rent $1375. Deposit $1375 App Fee $25 per adult. 704412-4180.

1147 MITCHELL ST, SHELBY, NC. 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, rent $1275, Deposit $1275, App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180. 135-29 WIGGINS LANE. Kings Mtn, NC. Singlewide, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Rent $975, Deposit $975, App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

RENOVATED. 3 Bedrooms & 2 Baths. Large lot with garden spot, fenced backyard, Hardwood floors, screened porch, central air/heat, Appliances, Storage Bldg & Workshop. No Smoking or Pets. $1500 month. Call 704-487-5480.

HOUSE FOR RENT 2 BR,1 BA. Central H/A, Nice backyard, Washer/Dryer Hook up, $750/mth + $750 deposit, in Shelby. 704-466-1003.

1040 CASAR BELWOOD ROAD. Casar, NC. Singlewide, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. rent $975, Deposit $975 App Fee, $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

NICE, 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOUSE for rent. Central heat/ air, well insulated, ceiling fans in each room. Stove, fridge, dishwasher, custom made drapes, garage. Nice neighborhood. (704) 418-6116

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

2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, 704-739-0259. STORAGE UNITS FOR RENT. 803 S. Lafayette St, Shelby, NC. 80 to 320 sq.ft per unit, starting at $100. 704214-4180.

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 704-487-1114. Equal Housing Opportunity.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

2 AND 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES for rent. Ellenboro area. No calls after 9pm. 828305-1650.

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOUSE in Forest

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

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3

Bedroom, deposit required. $210 weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299

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

Flu vaccine available at CC Health Department

It’s not too early to get your Flu shot. The Cleveland County Health Department joins the NC Division of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in urging everyone to vaccinate themselves against the flu. Everyone aged six months and older is encouraged to be immunized. The Flu vaccine will be available at the Cleveland County Health Department beginning Monday, September 25, 2023. The vaccine is available Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; no appointment is necessary.

It is not too early. The vaccine is safe, effective, and the best way to protect yourself and your family from getting the flu. In addition to vaccina-

tion, continue practicing healthy habits to protect yourself and others from flu viruses:

• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing.

• Throw the tissue in the trash promptly after use.

• Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially after coughing or sneezing. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. Germs spread this way.

• Stay home if you are sick. You should stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone, except to get medical care. The flu vaccine is free of charge for children 18 and younger who have Med-

LEGAL NOTICE

EXECUTRIX NOTICE

Having qualified on the 12th day of September, 2023 as Executrix of the Estate of Carl Edward Price, Jr., deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executrix on or before the 22nd day of December, 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 20th day of September, 2023.

Susan B. Randall, Ex.

149 Rollingbrook Road Kings Mountain, NC 28086

C. Andrew Neisler, Jr, CLONINGER & NEISLER ATTYS

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

KM (9/20, 9/27, 10/4, & 10/11/2023)

icaid, do not have insurance, or are underinsured, meaning insurance does not cover the flu vaccine. The vaccine will also be free for uninsured (non-Medicaid) pregnant women 19 and older who are serviced by the health department and women and men 19 and older who have a family planning waiver (Be Smart) and receive services at the health department. If you have insurance, Medicare or Medicaid, we will bill these third-party payers.

They also have limited high-dose flu vaccines available for those 65 and older. Insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid can be billed for these vaccines. Individuals who do not meet the above criteria for a free flu vaccine and do not have insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare may call the health department at 980-484-5100 for additional information. To learn more about the flu, please visit www.flu.nc.gov.

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CCSO arrests man on drug charges

During the month of September 2023, the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit and Community Interdiction Team began an investigation involving Alfred Lee Parker, Jr., and allega-tions that he was involved in drug sales in the county.

At approximately 4 p.m., deputies conducted a vehicle stop on Alfred Lee Parker, Jr., and located 463 grams of methamphetamine. Investigators applied for and received a search warrant for his re-

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 18th of September, 2023 as Executor of the Estate of HAL LEE HEAFNER, 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, Alex Lee Heafner, Executor on or before the 27th of December, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Alex Lee Heafner, Executor

Estate of Hal Lee Heafner 297 Boys Camp Rd Lake Lure, NC 28746

KMH (9/27, 10/04, 11 &18/2023)

si-dence at 1744 Beechwood Road in Mooresboro, NC.

Deputies located another 378 grams of meth-amphetamine and a stolen firearm in the residence.

Alfred Lee Parker, Jr., 51, was charged with three counts of Trafficking in Methamphetamine, Pos-session of a stolen Firearm, and Maintaining a dwelling for drug sales. He was given a $350,000 Se-cured Bond and was processed into the Cleveland County Detention Center. The street value of these drugs was approximately $58,000.

ALFRED LEE PARKER, JR.

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND DEBTORS

Having qualified on 7th of September, 2023 as Ancillary Executrix of the Estate of LEO E. DIFFENDERFER; AKA, LEO ELGIN DIFFENDERFER, JR., 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, Connie D. Swofford, Ancillary-Executrix on or before the 27th of December, 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 27th day of September, 2023.

Connie D. Swofford, Ancillary-Executrix

Estate of Leo E. Diffenderfer; aka, Leo Elgin Diffenderfer, Jr. 18 Cheddington Drive Greenville, SC 29607

Counsel for the Estate Chacelaw Limited Company 481 Garlington Rd – Suite A. Greenville, SC 29615 KMH (9/27, 10/04, 11, 18/2023)

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 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 Thursday, October 12, 2023 during the regularly scheduled City Council Work Shop meeting. The UDO that became effective July 1, 2021, was most recently amended on August 29, 2023. Proposed new amendments to the UDO include edits concerning:

1. UDO Section 156.30.02-1 Permitted Uses by Zoning District

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.

(KM_9/27 & 10/4/2023)

CCSO NEEDS HELP TO CATCH

THIEF – On August 27, the pictured suspect broke into a vehicle and stole a radio. The suspect is the white male pictured near the Tahoe. The suspect’s vehicle is a black 2003-2007 Honda Accord with a flat grey rear bumper. It also appears to have a sunroof with no wind deflector. If you have any information, please contact Investigator Shumate at 704-476-3041. (Photo by CCSO)