WNC from across the country. Municipal and county leaders believe it will be years before full restoration to the areas is completed, but as Chimney Rock Mayor Peter O’Leary said, “2025 is the year of recovery. Chimney Rock Village will never be the same, but it will reopen,” he said of the tourist destination drawing thousands to the area each year.
Church groups, civic groups, coon clubs, individuals and hundreds of other mission minded people have shown up in this part of the country to help with the recovery. In the early days of the flooding, several places were designated as supply
across the United States who wanted to help.
The Family Life Center (FLC) at Providence is “open” to all who need a place to stay and to eat while volunteering in Western North Carolina, helping to restore the lives of those who lost everything - homes, possessions, jobs and hope.
Volunteers have come from New York, New Jersey, Texas, Michigan, the Carolinas, West Virginia, Virginia and Ohio.
In the past week, 13 men and women from Ohio and North Carolina were housed at Providence while continuing to build 12 tiny homes that will be taken to
Ed and Cindy Bennett of Lewisville, who have been volunteering about two weeks each month since the storm, were back to help lead the volunteers in the
Cindy helps prepare the meals in the FLC, she washes and folds clothes, is the “gofer” for the team and she hauls trash. She also does construction, so she’s
“There is a job for everyone,” she said.
The couple moved to Lewisville about seven years ago from New Jersey and are heavily involved in the Global Methodist Church mission projects.
“Oh, we want to do the Lord’s work,”
volunteered at a riding stable near Bill’s Creek. They arrived without any lodging plans and were the first to be housed at Providence’s FLC during the aftermath of the storm.
place to stay in case of emergencies and power outages.
In addition to the volunteers from across the country, Pastor Michael Harrill says there has been an incredible outpouring of donations and supplies to help with the projects.
A church in Texas donated a van to Providence.
“God sent us that van,” Harrill said. The van has been used to help transport supplies to other places, such as the Children’s Home in Black Mountain.
A group from New Jersey donated money and supplies to repair a door on a mobile home damaged due to the storm.
Another group from New York brought a 26 foot moving van and a 20 foot enclosed trailer with supplies.
Donations have also come from New Hope and Lebanon churches.
The first people to begin working with Providence arrived from Michigan right after the hurricane.
“It was a family of six who stayed two nights,” said Cochran. While here they sorted supplies and took supplies to a collection site in Forest City. They also
Quoting Romans 8:28, “And we know that all things work together for good to them who love God and are called according to His purpose,” Harrill said. The van, later a generator and other supplies have come to the church for a purpose from the Lord.
The Family Life Center was completed in 2002, after leadership from church member/contractor Sheldon Walker and then pastor Rev. Morris Byers.
“They helped bring this all together... We are very blessed to have Sheldon Walker here,” said Harrill.
Building tiny homes in 11 degree weather was harsh for volunteers in January, so Sheldon offered his construction warehouse as a building center for the volunteers.
At Walker Construction’s warehouses last Tuesday afternoon, 84-year-old John Stepto of Winston-Salem and Roy Mendenhall, 82, also of Winston-Salem, were sawing and measuring boards for a tiny house they were building.
John’s been on 250 mission trips in his life and has no plans to stop now.
“The Lord called me to do this. You know, if you’ve been living in a tent this winter, this will be a palace for some,” John said of the tiny house he was helping build.
If interested in volunteering, contact Greg Grabbs, the NC Global Methodist Church, at 336-583-5557 or ggrabbs@ gmail.com or a member of Providence can also help.
Monetary donations may be sent to Pam Cochran at 151 Price Street, Forest City, NC 28043 and indicate Mission Fund.
Opening event of Rutherford Outdoor Coalition race series held
Union Mills Learning Center (UMLC) hosted its annual 5K/10K race on Saturday, February 22.
105 runners braved chilly temperatures to enjoy the opening event of the Rutherford Outdoor Coalition (ROC) race series. Participants traveled from Tennessee, Asheville, Little Switzerland, Durham, and
local communities for the event. One participant in the 10K race resides in Buckinghamshire, Great Britain.
This wilderness trail race features the scenery of the Second Broad River, and follows the CSX Railroad along Box Creek Wilderness area. The event proceeds are used to promote programs at the facility and assist with building improvements. Medals were awarded to overall winners and the top three players in each age group.
5K overall male 1st place Joey Stofko. 2nd place Brody Wilson. 5K female overall. 1st place Buffy Fountain. 2nd place Sarah Codd. 5K female winners listed in first, second and third place per age group: Age 1-12: Naomi Duncan, Phoebe Ishikawa, Eva Ryan. Age 13-19: Hannah Ishikawa, Ashley Fariss. Age 20-29: Cragon Newton, Anne-Mrea Fariss, Nataly Dominguez. Age 30-30: Chelsea Penson, Julie Tracy, Christine Troskey. Age 4049: Melissa Owens, Joyce
Glenn, Beth Archer. Age 50-59: Melissa Penson, Joanne Crain, Jill Smith. Age 60-69: Emily Lutz, Ginger Hutcherson, Rhonda Hardin. Age 7099: Martha Marshall. 5K male winners: Age 1-12: Samuel Glenn. Age 13-19: Colt Wilson, Tristan Deviney, Grady Fariss. Age 30-30: Ryan Evans, Robert Moore, Hayden Trull. Age 40-49: Adam Duncan, Jared Chapman. Age 50-59: Benjamin Urfer, Andre`Sloan. Age 60-69: James Iverman, Ed Somerville, Paul Ramsey. Age 70-99: Jack Todd.
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place Drew Watson. 2nd place Caleb Overman. 10K overall female first place Jennifer Fisher. 2nd place Lauren Bennett. 5K female winners per age group listed as 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Age 2020: Julie Henson, Faith Archer, Maggie Mauriello. Age 30-30: Taylor Crowder, Hannah McCool. Age 40-49: Melanie Hamrick, Evie Beam, Heather Ott. Age 50-59: Margaret Kirk, Shannon McCool. Age 60-69: Sandy Austin. 10K male winners by age group. Age 13-19: Liam Hughes. Age 30-39: Caleb King, Paul Williams, Michael Lulacone. Age 40-49: Jamie Forrest, Mark Snyder, Gregory Osganian. Age 50-59: Clayton Venhuizen, Kyle Wolfe, Todd Blackwell. Age 60-69: Daniel DuToit, Chris Eason, Tim Lovelace. UMLC Board members, Elaine Conner, Steve Harper, Donna Worley, Tom Parsons, and Jennifer Landis expressed appreciation for the sponsors, participants, and supporters who made this event successful.
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Overall 5K male winner, Joey Stofko.
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FEMA is helping North Carolinians with housing, loans, resources and more. Whether you are recovering from the recent disaster or not, help is still available. Apply now or check your application for updates.
Ways FEMA Can Help
Temporary Housing: FEMA is helping North Carolina disaster survivors with temporary housing through financial support for rent, hotel costs or out-of-pocket lodging. Travel trailers or manufactured home units may also be provided once you apply for assistance.
Private Road and Bridge Repair: Assistance is available to repair private roads or bridges that are your only way home, even if your house isn’t damaged. Just apply, show that you or your HOA maintains it, and check with insurance first since FEMA doesn’t duplicate coverage.
Crisis Counseling and Mental Health Programs: Having someone to talk to is important. The Hope4NC Crisis Counseling Program and the Disaster Distress Helpline offer free, confidential support to any Helene survivors who need it, day or night.
Home Repairs: FEMA can help home feel like home again and pay for essential repairs or replacements, including wells, septic systems and mold removal. Meet with a mitigation specialist to start rebuilding safer and stronger than before.
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2025 Kinderpalooza draws a large crowd of children
Rutherford County Schools’ annual Kinderpalooza 2025 was a record-breaking success, drawing the largest crowd in years. Families and future kindergarteners experienced an exciting day filled with interactive learning, exploration, and fun.
This year’s event featured beloved favorites such as Teddy the Musical and Teddy School Bus Tours, giving children a glimpse into the magic of starting school. New for 2025, Teddy’s Technology Cave transformed the STEAM room into an immersive, glow-in-the-dark experience, showcasing the latest innovative technology and hands-on STEAM learning opportunities available in RCS classrooms.
“This event continues to grow, and we are thrilled to see so many families engaging in the excitement of learning,” said Ritchie Garland, Director of Marketing and Community Relations. “A huge thank you to our educators, volunteers, and community partners who made this year’s Kinderpalooza the biggest and best yet!”
the average retirement age across Canada in 2023 was 65.1. That disparity could be due to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), which replaces
With an unforgettable mix of education and entertainment, Kinderpalooza 2025 set the
advancements in medicine that have contributed to longer life expectancies would seemingly compel individuals to work longer, but data indicates the average professional is retiring shortly after turning 60. Data from the 2024 MassMutual Retirement Happiness Study indicates that the average retirement age among American retirees is 62. That’s in spite of the fact that pre-retirees and retirees who participated in the study indicated that 63 is the ideal retirement age. Canadians are staying in the workforce a good deal longer, as Statistics Canada reports
Kennedy Smith explores using the Promethean board.
Randy Neyer from Sunshine Elementary shows future students what a geode looks like.
New Boys & Girls Club to serve elementary school students
The Carolina Foothills Foundation was recently granted permission by the Boys & Girls Clubs of America to start a new charter Boys & Girls Club in Rutherford County. Plans are to serve elementary school children and expand to all grades in the future. The Carolina Foothills Foundation provided seed money to start the club and will house the club in the Foundation’s former Carolina Event and Conference Center located at 376 Hudlow Road, Forest City. Plans are also underway to build a gym on the property specifically
for the Boys & Girls Club of Rutherford.
The Boys & Girls Club of Rutherford (BGCR) came to fruition after two years of behind the scenes work by the Carolina Foothills Foundation Board. “We visited and spoke with other clubs and knew that Rutherford County students could benefit from the many programs only offered through a Boys & Girls Club,” Burch said. “This model will eventually give students of all ages an afterschool home where they can achieve academic success, learn health and life skills, and participate in character,
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The Boys & Girls Club of America conducted a needs assessment and determined that Rutherford County was a candidate for a new chapter. The assessment determined that there are children going home after school to empty houses, struggling to succeed in school, being pressured to try drugs or alcohol, and making decisions that will impact the rest of their lives. The mission of BGCR is to enable all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. A new BGCR steering committee and an operations committee were named to begin the initial process of starting a new club. The steering committee also recently hired Jared Singleton as
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the inaugural Chief Executive Officer. Singleton will begin raising additional funds, lead the organization’s strategic direction, and assist in hiring staff to begin the program. The Boys & Girls Clubs of America staff will train the new CEO and assist in developing the services offered.
Singleton has over 10 years of leadership experience in management, corporate finance, and sales. He holds a bachelor’s degree in finance and business from Wofford College and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School. A former collegiate and professional athlete, Jared has long been passionate about serving youth and uplifting his local community. Jared stated
that the Boys & Girls Club of Rutherford opportunity is an honor. “There’s a place for mediocracy in life, but not when it comes to our youth. When it comes to our youth and providing them with guidance for their future, only excellence is accepted. The standard for tomorrow is measured by how much we invest in the youth today. Through scholarship and uplift shall we see the future prosperity our society,” he said.
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Rutherford (BGCR) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
Although the Carolina Foothills Foundation has provided startup funding, other partners and donations will be sought to continue and expand BGCR. An announcement will be made in the coming months regarding the details of how students can become involved and the date the first students will be able to attend the after-school club.
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Nominations received by February 28 will be considered for this year’s award. Nominate your pick for outstanding alumnus by visiting https://www.isothermal. edu/alumni/awards/index.html.
The recipient of the award will be recognized at Isothermal’s 2025 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Isothermal graduates have been improving our communities since 1964. Please take this opportunity to tell us about these wonderful former students and the impacts they have made.
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International mosaic mural coming to Rutherfordton
The Town of Rutherfordton has been chosen to host an international mosaic mural, one of only six locations in America that will be chosen this year.
“We are incredibly honored that Rutherfordton has been chosen to host one of the international mosaic murals set to be unveiled in Spring 2025, Town Manager Doug Barrick said. “This artwork is a powerful reflection of our mountain roots and the resilience of our community, intricately pieced together just as we have done in the wake of Tropical Storm Helene. Like a mosaic, each part of our town contributes to the whole, and this mural symbolizes our strength, unity, and unwavering commitment to rebuilding and embracing the future,” he said.
The Town of Rutherfordton and community is invited to participate in the mosaic project. This mural is a mosaic, meaning it is made of several smaller paintings that work together to create the bigger picture. “Just like we as individuals and businesses work together in our community to make it better and stronger,” said a spokesperson from Rutherfordton. There are a limited number of tiles available for those who
What happens to blood after it’s donated?
Each year blood donors help to save millions of lives. Individuals who routinely donate blood may not give it a second thought, but this selfless gesture ensures accident victims and others get a helping hand when they need it most. Recipients of blood donations are there for the culmination of a process that begins with generous donors, who may be curious about exactly what happens to their blood after it’s collected. According to the American Red Cross, donated blood is kept on ice before being taken to a processing center, where information about the donation is scanned into a computer database. Upon arriving at processing centers, donated blood is spun in centrifuges to separate it into transfusable components, including red cells, platelets and plasma. Each component is then packaged as a “unit,” or a standardized
amount doctors use when transfusing a patient. Blood donations also are tested at a separate laboratory to
establish type and check for infectious diseases. The results of these tests are transferred electronically
to the processing center within 24 hours, which underscores the efficiency of the donation process. Any blood that tests positive for disease is discarded and donors are notified. If the blood is deemed suitable for transfusion, it is labeled and stored. Red cells are stored in refrigerators at 6° C for up to six weeks (42 days), while platelets are stored at room temperature in agitators for up to five days. Plasma can be stored in freezers for up to one year. Blood is available to be shipped to hospitals 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and hospitals typically keep some blood units on-site.
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Patients across the country, including in North Carolina, are widely using weight-loss and diabetes drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound. However, due to quickly rising demand and supply shortages, counterfeit versions of these drugs are flowing into the United States from countries including India, China, and Turkey. These fake pills will often contain dangerous amounts of active ingredients or other harmful foreign substances, posing a serious threat to North Carolinians. Consuming or injecting these fake medications can cause serious side effects or even hospitalization.
Online retailers are also selling unregulated active ingredients of these drugs on the internet and social media, giving them to people without a prescription. When only the active ingredient is distributed, consumers are often forced to concoct the medication themselves, posing an even greater risk of overdose or other negative health impacts.
This week, Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan coalition of Attorneys General urged the FDA to take action against unlawful fake drug producers and sellers.
Here are some tips to follow when obtaining or taking your medication:
• Always consult a doctor before taking a new medication. And when necessary, get a prescription through a trusted physician.
• Don’t buy prescription drugs from unfamiliar sellers online. It’s easy for online sellers to send you cheap fakes of the medications you’re looking for that contain incorrect dosages or harmful foreign substances.
• Always pick up your prescriptions in person or get them delivered from a trusted pharmacist, so you know the medications you’re getting are authentic and safe.
• Never formulate your medications yourself. The balance of ingredients is delicate and self-application or injection could lead to an overdose.
• If you start feeling irregular side effects or health problems from a medication you’ve taken, call 9-1-1 or seek medical help immediately.
• If you see someone illegally selling these counterfeit drugs or active ingredients online in North Carolina, report it to law enforcement.
By Gary Miller
I found a warmer day to cruise a property that I hunt. While I initially went to look for deer sheds, I really just needed to get outside and take in anything that was not manmade. But this time of year, it’s really more than that. During deer season, hunters normally sit still in a few specific places. After all, we don’t want to stink up our hunting area and cause the deer to leave. What we miss, however, are new sights and sounds. After the season, we can just walk and notice anything and everything about the woods and water around us. It is extremely therapeutic for me to make these hikes and take my time to look deeper into this magnificent creation that we get to live and hunt in.
One of the things I noticed this time was the previous location of a tree stand. Years ago, I hunted this spot because of a wellworn trail that came from a thicket, across a small opening, and almost directly in front of me. While I couldn’t see in the thicket, I could most assuredly tell where the deer chose to exit. I’m not sure why they chose this place, but I didn’t have to. I just positioned my hunting location according to what I could see at the time. But now, years had passed since that stand was in place. Enough years to turn that thicket into a patch of woods that I could easily see in and through. Enough years to be able to understand why this path was the right path. And enough years to see the obstacles that caused the deer to take the route they did. What I couldn’t see then, I could see now. That’s sounds a lot like life to me – especially now that I’m older.
I know of at least four built in, God given mechanisms, that we are all born with and show up in our early childhood and youth. One is freedom. Another is to dream. A third is the wonder of a higher power, we call God, and the last is for purpose. I think there is no doubt that a child’s first question is “Why?” For anything we ask them to do, they will always follow up that ask with the question “Why?” And we usually just say “Because I said so!” But in this elementary question is simply their desire to know purpose. And we will live our whole life after that seeking the same thing. Many times, it will be posited to God. “Why, God? Why me? Why this? Why now? Why here?” And a host of other “whys.” All of these are our ways of asking for God’s purpose. And there’s nothing wrong with this. We ask it because of what we can’t see. But what we can be assured of is that when we are uncertain about purpose, we can be certain God sees in and through our thicket. Our job is to trust Him now, and maybe one day, we’ll get to see what God saw all along.
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The Upward Basketball season in Rutherford County hosted by Second Baptist Church in Rutherfordton and Florence Baptist Church in Forest City concluded their 2025 season last week at Second Baptist Church. Children from several churches and the community participated in basketball and cheering. Pat Nanney captured these game photos recently at Florence Baptist Church.
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The stage is set for an exciting evening as seven contestants compete in the annual Miss Gardner-Webb Pageant on Sunday, March 2, at 3pm. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place in Dover Theatre and promises a dazzling display of talent, confidence, and camaraderie.
Riley Johnson of Rutherfordton, a senior elementary education major, is among the contestants.
The pageant will open with a choreographed dance routine, created by Reagan Knapp, Student Engagement graduate assistant. The performance is designed to highlight the individuality and energy of each contestant.
“Reagan carefully crafts an amazing dance that showcases each contestant in such a fun way,” said Hope Saunders, a 2018 Gardner-Webb alumna and assistant director of Student Engagement. “I don’t want to spoil the surprise, but the song we’ve selected is the perfect blend of confidence, high energy, and female empowerment! I can’t wait to see the audience’s and judges’ reactions when the contestants take the stage for the first time.”
From speed painting to choreographed dance performances, the Miss Gardner-Webb Pageant is known for its diverse and
breathtaking talents.
“I am confident the audience and judges will be impressed with the contestants and their unique skills,” Saunders said.
Beyond competition, the pageant fosters strong connections and personal growth. Contestants often begin as strangers but form friendships throughout rehearsals and preparation that last beyond graduation.
“They become each other’s biggest cheerleaders,” Saunders shared. “Watching their confidence grow from the first practice to pageant day is one of the most rewarding parts of this event.
Saunders encourages the campus community, alumni, and local supporters to attend. “We would love to see a packed house full of supportive friends and families,” she said.
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February 28
What: Free hotdog meal
When: February 28; noon
Where: Spindale United Methodist Church; 185 Mill St., Spindale
March 2
What: First Sunday Night
Singing
When: March 2; 7PM
Where: Riverside Baptist Church; 1178 Hogan Rd., Forest City
More Info: Featuring “Mike Upright”
March 14
What: Poor Man’s Supper
When: March 14; 4-7PM
Where: Cedar Grove
Fellowship; 160 Toney Rd., Bostic
More Info: Adults $10, 6-12 $5, 5 & under free. Proceeds to church building fund.
March 16-19
What: Revival
When: March 16-19; 3/16: 10:30AM & 6PM, 3/17-19: 6:30PM
Where: Liberty Baptist Church; 821 Webb Rd., Ellenboro
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March 27
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Ongoing Church Programs
Prospect Baptist Church Sun: 9:45AM Sunday School, Worship: 11AM & 6PM. 2610 Prospect Church Rd,, Mooresboro.
Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Sunday School 10-11am, Worship 11am-12pm, Wed: 7-8pm.
Grays Chapel Church Sun: 9:30am, 2nd Sat: monthly free brunch 10am, Wed: Bible Study 6pm (food & fellowship included). 500 Grays Chapel Church Rd., Rutherfordton.
Crestview Baptist Church Sun: 9:30am Sunday School, 10:30am & 6pm Worship. Wed: 6:30pm AWANA, Youth Bible Study, Adult Bible Study. 630 S. Church St, Forest City.
Hicks Grove Baptist Church Sun: 10am Sunday School, 11am & 6pm worship. Wed: 6pm Bible study & prayer meeting. 574 Hicks Grove Rd., Mooresboro. 828-447-6422.
Liberty Baptist Church
Sunday School 9:30am, Worship 10:30am & 6pm. Wed: 5:15pm- Youth Salt & Light Café open, 6pm Kid’s Program/AWANA, Adult Bible Study 6:30pm. 821 Webb Rd., Ellenboro. www.thelibertypulpit.com
Avondale United Methodist
Church Sun: 9:45am. 2596 US Hwy. 221-A, Avondale. PO Box 266, Henrietta. avondaleumc4@ gmail.com
Cane Creek Baptist Church Sunday School 9am. Worship 10am. Wed: 6:30pm. 151 Cane Creek Mountain Rd., Union Mills. 828-286-2487.
Forest City Church of God Sun: 11am, Wed: 7pm. 238 Washington St., Forest City.
Saving Grace Church Sun: 11am. Withrow Rd., Forest City.
First United Methodist Church
Live 9am Sunday. 264 N. Main St., Rutherfordton. 828-2873704
Camp Creek Baptist Church Sunday School 10am. Worship 11am. Wed: 6:30pm. 1801 Camp Creek Rd., Union Mills. 828-288-1554
Chase Baptist Church GPS; Grieving Parents Support Group. Helping people find their way after the loss of a child. Appt: 828-305-3619.
Spindale United Methodist Church 10am Bible Study, 11am Worship. 185 Mill St., Spindale, 828-286-2281. 2nd & 4th Fri.Free Hotdog meal. 3rd Wed.Free Community meal.
Cedar Grove Fellowship Church Sun: Worship 9:30am. Sunday School 10:30am. 160 Toney Rd., Bostic
In His Hands Independent Baptist Church Sunday School 10am, morning worship: 11am, evening: 6pm, Wed: 7pm. 126 Hopewell Rd., Ellenboro.
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by Pat Jobe
Confession time. The first book I ever started writing was in the sixth grade. School bored me worse than watching paint dry. If you’re a school teacher or
have been, please don’t draw up and hate me. It was my wiring. My brain was ruined by some combination of watching too much TV and believing there was more to life than I could find at school. So I just started making stuff up. Book writers, especially those of us who have tried our hand at fiction, just make stuff up. We can’t help it.
Imagine how my boots shook when I heard on the radio that Americans are reading books in fewer and fewer numbers. Apparently there are just too many distractions. That’s the bad news.
The good news is that Kiowa Cilone says business is steady at Next Door Used Books on Thomas Street in Forest City. Bless her heart.
The store is a gold mine for book lovers, well organized, well curated as the sign says out front and I have rarely looked for a book I couldn’t find there. It’s great. It’s wonderful. Next Door Used Books on Thomas Street in Forest City. Stop by. You’ll be glad you did.
And here’s some funny news. Philadelphia Eagles Receiver A.J. Brown checked out an inspirational title and flipped through the pages of “Inner Excellence” by Jim Murphy while sitting on the sidelines during a game. The book immediately became the number one bestseller on Amazon after the TV camera caught Brown reading the book. Hey, A.J.! Have I got a proposition for you?
But here’s some more bad news. When was the last time you actually saw somebody reading a book? Most of us are looking at our phones. Denise Strickland at Mooneyham Library in Forest City says people are not slowing down in checking out books. She added that many people are looking for books they see recommended on Facebook and Instagram. Okay. That’s encouraging. While my books, 365 Ways To Criticize The Preacher, and the two Radio Free Bubba collections have sold far better, but my favorite output is Heart On Wheels, about our great and glorious friend, Tommy Hicks. I ran into Nicky Jones at the Grahamtown Community Center the
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other day and she had fond memories of Hicks as both the publisher of The Amazin’ Shopper and as a substitute teacher at East Rutherford. She practically gushed as she said, “He was so nice to me.” Tommy Hicks, despite his devotion to Duke basketball, was nice to almost everybody. He did say he would root for the Russians against Carolina. He passed way too soon in September of 2017. A bunch of his friends still gather close to his birthday and the date of his passing. Lord, we miss him.
Speaking of the Grahamtown Community Center, Kisha McDowell and her not kinfolk ally, Wilford McDowell and members of their organization, are doing great work leading
the team that is building new houses in Grahamtown and working to make other good stuff happen for our predominantly Black neighborhood. The dream of diversity, equality and inclusion goes on. And apparently people are still reading books. Contact Pat Jobe at patjobe13@gmail.com.
FOREST CITY
74 Junction Convenience
B & D Pawn
Bill’s Auto Glass
Big Dave’s Seafood
Carolina Chiropractic
Chase Mini Mart
Davis Donut
Dollar General
Don Ramon Restaurant
Drop Inn Convenience
Drop Inn Shiloh Convenience
Fair Haven Rest Home
Family Dollar
Fastway Oil Change
Forest City Mowers
Forest City Post Office
Gifts and Talents
Greene Real Estate
Greene’s Café
Habitat
Restore
Hampton Inn
Hamrick CPA
Hardin Rentals
Hardin’s Drug
Harmony Hills Apartments
Henderson Care
Henson Building Materials
Horn’s Home & Garden
Hospice Resale Shop
J’s Discount Grocery
Impact Wellness
Ingles
Legendary Ford
Luxury Nail Salon
Maine Attraction Salon
Manis Convenience
McDonald’s
Medicine Box Drug
Mellnik Real Estate
Mighty Dollar
Mi Pueblito Restaurant
Mooneyham Library
Mt. Vernon Cupboard
OHM Food Mart
P’s Beauty Shop
Plaza Barber Shop
Porter’s Real Estate
FOREST CITY
Ray’s Mini Mart
Republican Headquarters
Rescued Treasures Gift Shop
Rutherford Manor Apartments
Rutherford Weekly Office
Scrappy’s Food Scott’s on Broadway Restaurant
Shoe Show
Smith’s Drugs
Southside Pizza
Tri-City Tire
Vicki’s Latin Deli
Wagon Trail Restaurant
ALEXANDER MILLS
Dollar General (Sandy Mush)
Drop Inn #7 Convenience
Spake’s Grill
Wells Jenkins Wells Meats
BOSTIC
Bostic Post Office
Dollar General (Bostic/ Sunshine)
Drop Inn Convenience
East Kwik Stop
Fair Haven Home
Forest City Fish Camp
The Corner Store
Washburn Store
CAROLEEN
Caroleen Post Office
Hardin’s Drug
CHESNEE
Chesnee Cycle
Bantam Chef Restaurant
Cash & Henderson Drug
Chesnee Washerette
CHESNEE
Deb’s Mini Mart
Free Time Convenience
CLIFFSIDE
Dollar General
COLUMBUS
Columbus Laundrette
Calvert’s Kitchen
Family Dollar
VGO-Gas
ELLENBORO
Dollar General
Kwik Stop Roco
Wash Tub Laundry
GAFFNEY
Space Stateline Grocery
GOLDEN VALLEY
Becky’s Store & Grill
Golden Valley Store
LAKE LURE
El Lago Restaurant
Ingles
Lake Lure Post Office
MILL SPRINGS
Deb’s Mini Mart #1
Deb’s Mini Mart #4
Dollar General
MOORESBORO
Deb’s Mini Mart
Haynes Library
Key Largo Food Mart #2
Wease Store Convenience
Dollar General
RUTHERFORDTON
Arts & Crafts
Bon Bon Kwik Mart
Dollar General
East Mt. Kwik Mart
Express Store Convenience
Falcon Corner Stop
Farmer’s Friend
Food Lion
Great Wall Restaurant
Green Hill Store
Gregory’s Restaurant
Infinity Games
Main St. Coffee/Ice Cream
Matheny Real Estate
Purple Martin Real Estate
R-S Express Inspection
R-S Service Center
R-S Speedy Lube
Rutherford Regional Health
SPINDALE
Alan’s Repair
B BBQ
Deb’s Mini Mart
General
Granny’s Bakery
Freight
Quick Stop
County Library
Pet Supply
Shop Grill Spindale Mini Mart
FEBRUARY
Thru February 28
Hurricane Helene related repair applications
ONGOING EVENTS
Ongoing
Cancer Support Group
When: First Tuesday each month
5-6:30pm
Where: Rutherford County Senior Center
More Info: For cancer patients & survivors; informative topics, friendship and refreshments. RSVP 828-245-4956, option 1.
Open Arms Substance Abuse
When: Tuesdays 6-7pm
Where: Highland Apartments
Activity Center; 171 Butler Rd., Forest City
More Info: Open to those with substance abuse, parents or guardians of children with substance abuse addictions. Rena: 828-305-1280.
Coffee and Conversation
When: 9:30-10:30am
Where: Rutherford County Veterans Office; 303 Fairground Rd., Spindale
More Info: Open to Rutherford County Veterans.
Symphony Rehearsal
When: Saturdays; 10am-12pm
Where: First Presbyterian Church, 438 W. Main St., Forest City
More Info: All ages & experience levels welcome. Symphony of Rutherford County on social media.
Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club
Meeting
When: 6:30-7:30pm (except 5th Thursdays)
Where: Woodrow Jones Building, Rutherfordton
More Info: See “Kiwanis of Rutherfordton” on FaceBook. New members welcome and light dinner served. ruffkiwanis@gmail.com
Narcotics Anonymous meeting
When: Thursdays; 12:30-1:30pm
Where: Community Healing Recovery & Thriving Center; 648 Withrow Rd., Forest City
Rutherford County Woodworkers Club
When: Every Fourth Tuesday
Where: Rutherford County Annex, Rutherfordton
More Info: 919-696-6064
Stitch by Stitch
When: 1st Sat. monthly, 12pm
Where: Rutherford County Library, Callahan Rd., Spindale
More Info: Ages 10 & up; crossstitch, needle point, slow stitching
What: Join the American Legion, contact Jimmy 704-819-5862.
What: Learn more about the Civil War/Confederacy third Friday monthly at annex in Rutherfordton. 6:30pm refreshments. 7pm meeting. William Corbitt SCV camp welcomes you.
More Info: teddybear93_890@ yahoo.com
Volunteer Opportunities
More Info: Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity’s affordable homes are making a positive impact on many families in need. Come volunteer today and lay the foundation for a brighter tomorrow. Volunteers needed for construction, ReStore, Clothing Center, and more. 828-245-0716, www. rutherfordhfh.org, habitat.org
More Info: NC Guardian ad Litem Program trains & supervises child advocate volunteers to represent best interests of kids in court system. www.volunteerforgal.org, 828-2886121.
More Info: CarePartners Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking volunteers. Variety of opportunities, including specialized respite support, socializationcompanionship, assistance with errands, Veterans program & more. Volunteer roles are designed to support staff. 828-274-9567.
More Info: Weather permitting. Self service! Please only take what you need, so we can keep the free clothes closet open. We also take any donations! Clothes, toys, books.
NC Cooperative Extension Rutherford County Hurricane Relief Donation Drive for Kitchen Kits
When: February 28; 4pm
Where: Drop off items at 193 Callahan Koon Rd., Spindale
More Info: Needed: dish cloths/towels, pot holders, measuring spoons/cups, whisk, spatulas, can opener, strainer, knife set with covers. Kits distributed to those who’ve lost homes, kitchens, or essential kitchen items due to Hurricane Helene. If you’re still in temporary housing due to flood damage or loss, and are in need of kitchen items email sjledfor@ncsu.edu. 828-287-6010.
Thru March 10
Rutherford County residents have until March 10 to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance due to Hurricane Helene.
When: Thru March 10
More Info: 919-629-3857; or visit des.nc.gov.
More Info: Rutherford Housing Partnership accepting applications for Hurricane Helene related repairs. 828-248-3431, etx. 100 or rutherfordhousingpartnership.org
February 6-March 13
Treasures of the Earth Pottery Show
When: Feb. 6-March 13; Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat 10am-2pm
Where: Cleveland County Arts Council; 111 S. Washington St., Shelby
More Info: Over 24 potters on exhibit. 704-484-2787 or info@ ccartscouncil.org.
Tim Laughlin with the Symphony of Rutherford County
When: March 8; 7:30pm
Where: Foundation Performing Arts Center at Isothermal Community College, Spindale
More Info: This concert will feature Tim playing two of his compositions with the orchestra, followed by a long set with two of his original band mates and several local professional musicians.
Evening of Classical Guitar with Alec Holcomb
When: March 8; 5:30pm
Where: The Gardens in Rumbling Bald, Lake Lure
More Info: lakeluremusicfestival.com
March 10
Rutherfordton Garden Club meeting
When: March 10; 10am
Where: Rutherfordton Clubhouse
More Info: Guest Speaker: Sherry Suttle from Bostic Florist. “Spring Florals” is the topic. The Garden Club is a friendly group of women and men who gather to learn, share and beautify our area.
March 13
Make your own lucky leprechaun slime!
When: March 13; 4:30pm
Where: Haynes Branch Library
More Info: Kids ages 6-12. Registration is required. Please call Haynes Branch at 828-288-4039 or visit us online at www.rutherfordcountylibrary.org/ events to sign up.
March 27
Free Community North Carolina
Symphony Concert
When: March 27; 7pm
Where: Foundation Performing Arts Center at ICC, Spindale
More Info: Concert is free, but tickets are required. Reserve your free tickets by calling 877-627-6724. Music of Mozart and more!
March 28
Our Night for Their Fight ‘Prom’
When: March 28; 6-11pm
Where: One 13; 113 W. Court St., Rutherfordton
More Info: All proceeds benefit the Rutherford County Firefighters Burned Children Fund, Inc. Entertainment, DJ, refreshments.
April 10
Spring Games: Special Olympics
Rutherford County
When: April 10; 9am to 12pm
Where: R-S Central High School
More Info: Volunteers needed. Rain date: April 24.
April 26
Small Business Vendor Fair
When: April 26; 10am-2pm
Where: Business Services parking lot; Isothermal Community College
More Info: Vendor fee, $25. Rebecca rhaney@isothermal.edu to reserve. Public invited. Food trucks.
April 27
Symphony of Rutherford County Spring Concert
When: April 27; 3pm
Where: Foundation Performing Arts Center, Isothermal Community College; Spindale
May 2
Forest City Kiwanis Club Kiwanis Shoot
When: May 2
Where: Cleghorn Gun Club; Rutherfordton
More Info: $150/person and includes 100 clays. Breakfast, prizes, 50/50 raffle. Sponsor opportunities. Matt 828919-2442.
Exploitation to conservation: How North Carolina sowed the seeds of American forestry
Standing at a peak overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains, it’s hard to believe the view’s comparison to the 1880s. Replacing the now dense forestland stretching through North Carolina were bald patches, acres of bare land littered with tree stumps, without a plan for rehabilitation. It may still look that way today if it weren’t for the forestry education efforts sparked in those very mountains of Western North Carolina.
Known as the birthplace of American forestry, North Carolina is home to more than 18 million acres of forestland. With 83% of forestland in private ownership and an increasing number of residents, sound and sustainable forest management is just as crucial now as it was in the 1880s. The forest sector contributes more than $42.5 billion to our state’s economy each year and employs more than 151,000 workers, all made possible through the foundational forestry practices born at the Biltmore Estate.
the landscape architect responsible for New York City’s Central Park, to assist with managing his newly acquired 125,000 acres. With the help of America’s only known forester of the time, Gifford Pinchot, this nation’s first sustainable management plan was written and through its beginning phases by 1895.
Schenck opened the doors of the Biltmore Forest School in 1989 offering the first forestry program in the U.S., the site now known as the Cradle of Forestry. Schenck was the sole teacher of the yearlong forestry course with more than 400 alumni by the time it closed in 1913. Supported by $200 tuition and handwritten textbooks, he and his students worked the land for Vanderbilt while planting roots for both sustainable and profitable forestry practices.
In 1901, Theodore Roosevelt became President of the United States, and forest conservation became a national movement.
The late 19th century held an important growth spurt for our country. With the Industrial Revolution at its heels and the Civil War freshly ended, materials were needed to build the foundations of a new unified country. War reconstruction, railroad expansion, bridge construction and urban development led to an unprecedented need for timber. Little was known about America’s forestland and even less care was shown for the ecological impacts of timber harvesting. It was common practice to over-farm the soil, clearcut the timber and abandon the land once the money was made. Without the promise of profit, there was no desire for rehabilitation and no knowledge of how yet to achieve it in American soil. By the late 1880s, the country found itself deep in a timber famine.
In 1889, George W. Vanderbilt began construction of the Biltmore Estate and hired Fredrick Law Olmstead,
While planning of the estate was underway, the North Carolina Geological Survey was authorized by the state legislature in 1891. Joseph Austin Holmes, professor of botany and geology at N.C. State College, was appointed state geologist. This marked the first geological survey in the nation authorized by public funds. W.W. Ashe, a student at the University of North Carolina, was appointed as the part-time assistant in forestry for the state geological survey. He became the first state employee to carry out forestry work, conducting timber investigations.
As the final coats of paint dried on the Biltmore, timber production on Vanderbilt’s property was well underway. By 1987, the estate was providing materials to customers in Asheville and beyond under the leadership of Pinchot’s predecessor, German forester Dr. Carl Alwin Schenck. Word was spreading about their work and locals were eager to learn how to manage their own property.
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Vanderbilt’s former forester Gifford Pinchot became the first chief of the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) in 1905, and much of Vanderbilt’s property was later sold to the federal government to become part of the Pisgah National Forest. The Cradle of Forestry was part of this sale, now managed by the USFS and operated by FIND outdoors.
Thankfully, residents of North Carolina no longer
have to be aristocrats to access sustainable forest management. Founded in 1915, the North Carolina Forest Service (NCFS) offers a wide range of private and public forestland assistance at no cost. Private landowners in any of the state’s 100 counties can contact their NCFS county ranger to develop a management plan based on their goals for the property. Landowners can also receive
advice and assistance with assessing diseases, treating invasive species and more.
While timber harvesting is a valuable way to earn income from forestland, it is not a requirement for management plans. Landowners can use management plans to target anything from prescribed burning to recreation and wildlife conservation.
Contact your NCFS county ranger to start your modern,
much shorter education on active and sustainable forest management that ensures healthy, productive and resilient forests for future generations to come.
Contact information for NCFS county offices is available at www. ncforestservice.gov/ contacts.
Article Provided By: The N.C. Forest Service. Written by: Lili Stapel, NC Dept. of Agriculture a& Consumer Services
founder of the U.S. Forest Service. Captured approx. 1901. Photo: US Dept. of Agriculture photostream.
Log being fed to a sawmill in Wilkes County. Date unknown. Photo: NC Forest Service archive.
WEEKLY NEWSPAPER
HELPING BUSINESSES INVEST IN IN OUR COMM COMMUNITY!
By: Jean Gordon
Five months ago the flooded Rocky Broad River roared into the Hickory Nut Gorge destroying nearly everything in its path as Hurricane Helene forever changed much of the area and lives forever.
Some business owners remember being in their homes that morning and hearing the river coming closer and closer. One family was in the lower portion of their house and quickly moved to the upper floor and they fled to the Chimney Rock Fire Department. Less than 20 minutes later their home and business was gone, washed away into Lake Lure.
Another business owner described that day as a disaster and almost unexplainable. His business was spared, but sustained unbelievable damage and is now undergoing total renovation.
Village businesses and Lake Lure lost one of the busiest seasons of the year due to the flooding — leaf season — but the recovery efforts have been ongoing.
“J” Meliski, a fourth generation owner of the Chimney Sweeps and Mountain Trader gift shops on Main Street, saw his shops destroyed.
According to his online post, J., a professional engineer, agreed to be appointed as Village Engineer, a volunteer role, to assist with recovery efforts. He was faithful to help locate the infrastructure, digging through mud just hours after the flooding.
Despite losing everything, J. plans to open in June and with the aid of the 101st Airborne Division and Spokes of Hope volunteers, his building has been gutted and clean, just as others on Main Street. J. looks forward to the day Chimney Rock Village is once again the thriving mountain hideaway he has always cherished.
Steve and Mary JaegerGale can say the same about their shop, Gale’s Gift Shop, also a generational business. It has been gutted and cleaned and is now under total renovation.
The extensive restoration of his family’s legacy is
underway. In a recent letter to Chimney Rock Village, Mayor Peter O’Leary said, “Each day I try to look for a ‘win’ and celebrate it. I get overwhelmed if I let the enormity of the effort fill my mind. This recovery happens one step at a time and that is how we should think about it.”
O’Leary and wife Ann also lost much of their business, Bubba’s, and restoration is also underway. Since the flood dozens of groups of volunteers have been in the area, including Spokes of Hope who say they will be there until all is
FIVE MONTHS LATER, FLOOD DAMAGE REMAINS EXTENSIVE; HOW YOU CAN HELP
finished.
UNCC professors have come through to survey damage and to visit the CRV Task Force. The professors are interested in assisting Chimney Rock, Lake Lure, and Bat Cave with planning and may even do a master plan for the entire Gorge. In the past couple days, the NCDOT has held community meetings to discuss road and bridge construction, including a bridge to transport visitors to the State Park. The bridge into the Park was among those destroyed. Volunteers continue to
over the state and country. Church mission groups, youth groups have been there and will continue throughout the year.
O’Leary refers to 2025 as the “The Year of Recovery.”
The Village and Gorge area as we knew them are no more, but they will be back, different but better, O’Leary says.
In Lake Lure, the lake will not be open in 2025 as so much work is to be done, but it will reopen as soon as possible. Mayor Carol Pritchett said Chimney Rock Village washed into the lake and its recovery
However, she reminds us, the Town of Lake Lure is open with its restaurants and welcomes tourists.
O’Leary adds, “We still need help and greatly appreciate you.”
To volunteer, please contact Spokes of Hope via their website https:// spokesofhopesc.com/ volunteer-landing-page/ and check the Chimney Rock box or email: connie@ spokentogether.org.
On behalf of the Village, J. Meliski said, “We sincerely appreciate all those who have contributed to this fund. If you would like
www.givesendgo.com/ chimneyrockrelieffund.
So many churches, such as Providence Global Methodist, are actively involved in mission work. Florence Baptist has two weeks reserved for this summer to work in Western North Carolina - here at home. So many others are working daily to help restore people’s lives, businesses and homes.
There is work for everyone, but check with those already there to see what you might do on scene or through donations.
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CHEESE DIP
Blue Cheese Dip
2 cups blue cheese crumbles, divided
1 cup mayonnaise
1⁄2 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt
1⁄4 cup finely chopped scallions
1⁄4 cup finely chopped celery
Marinade
1⁄2 cup vegetable oil
1⁄2 cup hot sauce
4 tablespoons Virgil’s Dry Rub (see below)
4 tablespoons granulated garlic
4 tablespoons granulated onion
Juice of 1⁄2 lemon
Wings
8 large chicken wings
1⁄2 cup Virgil’s Dry Rub (see below)
Sauce
10 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon cornstarch
4 tablespoons white vinegar
3⁄4 cup hot sauce
1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Dip: combine 1 cup of blue cheese, mayonnaise, buttermilk, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and salt in a food processor and blend on low until smooth. Remove to medium mixing bowl, fold in the rest of the blue cheese, scallions and celery. Place in a covered container, refrigerate overnight.
Mix all marinade ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Place wings in a large container with a lid and pour the mixture over wings. Toss until wings are coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2 days.
Preheat grill or smoker to 245 F. Spread out wings on a sheet pan, wipe away any excess marinade. Sprinkle liberally with dry rub, coating wings all over.
Position wings on the grill away from direct heat of the coals or burners, and add hickory to the smoker or hickory chips on the coals or gas burners.
Cook wings about 3 hours, flipping every 30 minutes (their internal temperature should be about 165F when cooked).
While wings are cooking, cut the butter for the sauce into 1-inch cubes and refrigerate. Whisk cornstarch into the white vinegar in a small bowl. In a medium sauté pan over medium heat, bring hot sauce to a simmer, whisk in thickened vinegar. Return to simmer, cook for 1 minute, remove from the heat.
Add cayenne, slowly whisk in cold butter. Keep warm until serving.
Remove wings from smoker or grill, put half of them into a bowl, cover with sauce, toss. Repeat with the remaining wings and serve with the blue cheese dip on the side.
VIRGIL’S DRY RUB
Makes 5 to 51⁄2 cups
2 1⁄2 cups sweet paprika
1 cup granulated sugar
1⁄2 cup Texas-style chili powder
1⁄2 cup minced onion
1⁄2 cup granulated garlic
1⁄4
6
Combine
Free agronomic services for Western N.C. growers
It has been months since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina and recovery is ongoing throughout the region. Many residents and growers had devastating losses, but work is under way to rebuild and move forward in 2025.
To help with recovery, the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Agronomic Services Division is offering all of its services - soil testing, nematode assay analysis, and analysis of plant, waste, solution and media samples - at no cost to growers in the 27 disaster counties. These are helpful services as growers prepare for the upcoming season.
Counties included: Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Clay, Cleveland, Gaston, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mecklenburg, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania, Watauga, Wilkes, and Yancey. Fees are waived to the grower through June.
The soil testing service is ready to provide lime and fertilizer recommendations to help growers establish optimum fertility in fields for the upcoming growing season. Severe erosion and deposition of soils from other aeras occurred during the storm. Some work to physically restore productive fields has been ongoing and it is equally important to determine what fertility needs are prior to establishing a crop.
“Whether its Fraser fir, apples, tomatoes, sweet corn, corn silage, grapes, pasture, or
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The turnaround time, from the sample arriving at the lab to having a report, is two weeks now, so results will be ready quickly. Growers should submit samples in NCDA&CS soil sample boxes along with a fully completed submission form. Info on soil testing is found at https://www.ncagr.gov/ divisions/agronomic-services/soil-testing/ commercial-growers .
Growers who have crops currently growing should consider plant tissue testing to make sure plant nutrients are sufficient for optimal growth. Now is a good time to sample Fraser firs before bud break. Tissue sampling wheat or small grain sampling is also timely. Plant tissue sampling is more difficult than soil sampling since the correct plant leaf or part must be sampled. Sampling guides that are crop specific can be found at https://www.ncagr.gov/divisions/ agronomic-services/plant-tissue-analysis/ grower/collect-samples and submission forms at https://www.ncagr.gov/divisions/ agronomic-services/plant-tissue-analysis/ grower/submit-samples .
To help deliver and implement recommendations from our agronomic labs,
the division’s team of regional agronomists work one-on-one with growers in western N.C. and across the state.
“Our agronomists have decades of field expertise in crop management in their respective regions. With boots on the ground at your farm, they can help sample, interpret reports including management recommendations, and troubleshoot other plant growth concerns if needed,” said Dr. David Hardy, director of the Agronomic Services Division.
You can find who serves your county along with their contact information at https://www.ncagr.gov/divisions/agronomicservices/field-services.
Other resources that growers have access to through the NCDA&CS is the Division of Soil and Water Conservation. Growers who need assistance with soil management in eroded fields and stream and drainage issues are encouraged to seek the local expertise in each county office https://www.ncagr.gov/divisions/soil-waterconservation.
Another reliable source of help and a good partner of NCDA&CS is your NC Cooperative Extension Service. You will find staff in every county https://www.ces.ncsu. edu/local-county-center/ that can help in various aspects of crop production. County Cooperative Extension offices are equipped with NCDA&CS soil test boxes and all agronomic submission forms.
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US Congressman opens district office at Isothermal Community College
US Congressman Tim Moore representing North Carolina’s 14th district hosted a ribbon cutting on the campus of Isothermal Community College recently. The ribbon cutting marked the first of five district offices the Congressman will open in North Carolina.
“I want to thank the college and President Margaret Anunziata for their hospitality and for working with my staff to get this office up and running. I enjoyed seeing so many friends and community leaders that came out for this celebration,” the Congressman said.
Article Provided By: Jean Gordon. Congressman Tim Moore Photo.
Can certain foods lower cancer risk?
Cancer is a prolific group of diseases that can affect any area of the body. Although many cancers can be successfully treated, cancer avoidance is undeniably preferable. There is no way to completely prevent a cancer diagnosis, but certain foods may help to reduce your risk for the disease.
According to MD Anderson Cancer Center, cancerfighting foods are plantbased items that are rich in phytochemicals, which also are called phytonutrients. UC Davis Nutrition Department says phytochemicals are bioactive compounds found in vegetables, cereal grains and plant-based beverages like tea. Researchers have found phytochemicals can protect humans from environmental toxins and metabolic processes that can lead to chronic diseases, such as cancer and heart disease. Polyphenols are good examples of phytochemicals.
Health experts recommend packing every meal with healthy and nutritious foods that include plenty of vegetables, whole grains, fruits, and beans. MDACC recommends filling at least two-thirds of a plate with these healthy options. The remaining one-third of the meal should come from lean meat, fish or plant-based proteins and nuts/seeds. It also is important to limit foods that may increase cancer risk, including sugar-sweetened drinks and foods, processed
Making smart food choices can keep a person healthy and may reduce the risk of cancer.
When revamping diets to help reduce cancer risk, these heavy hitters should be included:
• Berries
• Broccoli
• Brussels sprouts
• Cauliflower
• Edamame
• Eggs or egg substitute
• Fish
• Green or white tea
• Grapes
• Leafy greens
• Lean chicken
• Lentils and other legumes/ beans
• Oatmeal
• Oranges
• Quinoa
• Sweet potatoes
• Tomatoes
• Whole grains, including brown rice
93, of Mooresboro, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, February 17, 2025.
1931 in Union County, NC to the late John Bevlin and Bertha Osbourne Manus.
Ray was a U.S. Army veteran and served as a Medic during the Korean War. He was the owner and operator of Ramanco Playground Equipment Company and the North Lincolnton Christian Daycare Center. Ray was also an “Old Country Baptist Preacher” who loved spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Elizabeth Kay Calaway; grandson, Johnathan Small; four brothers and two sisters.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 37 years, Barbara Manus; son, Ray Gilbert Manus, Jr. (Nancy) of Valrico, FL; daughters, Elaine Manus Crouse (Barry) of Lincolnton, Gail Manus Gilbert of Cherryville and Ann Manus Rudisill (Jimmy) of Cherryville; 12 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, 20 great-great grandchildren and his pet cat, Arnell.
A private graveside service will be conducted at the Manus Hilltop Cemetery with Rev. Jimmy Rudisill officiating. The family received friends February 22 at Harrelson Funeral Home.
The family requests memorial donations be sent
Reuben Blanton
“Macky” McBrayer, III, age 72 of Rutherfordton, died Thursday, February 13, 2025.
Macky was born August 24, 1952, in Eupora, Mississippi and was a son of the late Reuben Blanton McBrayer, Jr. and Minnie Hester McBrayer. Macky was raised in Forest City and was baptized in the First Baptist Church where he is a member. He was a 1970 graduate of East Rutherford High School and was a master carpenter and North Carolina Licensed General Contractor.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Amiee Elizabeth McBrayer in 1974 and his sister, Cynthia McBrayer Campbell.
Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Jane Allen McBrayer, his sons, R.B. McBrayer, IV, and Hunter McBrayer all of Rutherfordton, his daughter, Keely McBrayer of Forest City, his brother, Tim McBrayer and wife Dee of Rutherfordton, his sisters, Gail McBrayer Strickland and husband Doug of Ellenboro, and Rebecca McBrayer Greene of Forest City, his brother-in-law,
Padgett~King Mortuary and Crematory is serving the family.
Barbara Mosley Watts
Barbara Mosley Watts, age 91 of Forest City, died Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Barbara was born January 8, 1934, in Rutherford County and was a daughter of the late Vanoy and Inez Gurley Mosley.
She was a graduate of Cool Springs High School and was a Registered Nurse, having graduated from the Rutherford Hospital School of Nursing. She later received her Master’s Degree from Limestone College. She worked in nursing her entire career and retired as a Nursing supervisor at Broughton Hospital.
Barbara was a member of the First Baptist Church of Forest City.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Bobby Glenn Watts,
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SOMEBODY CARES
Perhaps the worst feeling we can experience in life is that of being alone. While going through a traumatic event one of our natural responses is that we feel abandoned. There is no doubt that during those times the thought of being by yourself enters your mind. “Does anybody really care about what I am going through?” is a common question when difficulty enters our world.
I haven’t quite figured out all of the layers of homelessness and the reasons people find themselves in that situation, but I can’t but think that many of them are very lonely people. If you have ever walked down a hallway while visiting a nursing home, you get the feeling that there are some residents who feel like nobody cares. I am sure that prisons, hospitals, orphanages and such places are full of people who are experiencing loneliness and feelings of abandonment.
We live in a world full of people who need to know that somebody cares. I wonder how many lonely people we encounter
every day and never realize it. I believe one of the reasons we exist on this earth is not to show people that we care as much as to show them how much God cares. There is something special about God’s love because it is self-less. Our tendency is to use the act of helping the needy to make us feel good about ourselves but when we reach out to someone in Godly love it is something that is pure in motive. The good news to a lonely world is that there is a Great God that loves and cares for them deeply. Our daily prayer should be, “God help me to see the lonely and the needy of this world through your eyes and fill me with the love that makes a difference not just in word but in deed.”
“And some have compassion, making a difference: Jude 1:22”
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Reginald “Reggie” Compton, Sr. Reginald “Reggie” Compton, Sr., age 74, of Rutherfordton, NC, died Thursday, February 13, 2025.
He was preceded in death by one brother, Gary Blane Compton. Reggie was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Duke University. He worked at Rutherford Hospital in the Respiratory Therapy department for many years.
Reggie is survived by his wife, Janice G. Compton, two sons, Reginald “Trace” Thane Compton Jr., and Brandon Compton, his mother and father, Betty and Lewis Compton, one sister, Renee Compton, one stepdaughter, Jennifer B. Dover, one stepson, Joel Byers, two grandchildren, and two step grandchildren.
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McDaniel Joe William Raymond McDaniel (85) passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
Joe was born September 26, 1939 to Lawson and Nellie McDaniel. He was a graduate of Mooresboro High School where he met and later married Sarah Ruth Humphries (Ruth) in 1959. Joe was a machine operator at Jefferson Smurfit Corporation and retired after 34 years. Joe was a child of the living Savior; always smiling. Joe was a lifetime member of Drury Dobbins Baptist Church. He was known for his bass voice and was a 20-year member of The Foothills Community Choir which he joined in 2006 remaining a faithful member who loved to sing of God’s love.
Celebrating his life includes his wife, Ruth of 65 years; children, Sarah Frances McDaniel, William Raymond McDaniel, and Carmen McDaniel Butler (Tim); 4 grandchildren, Bronson Chadwick (Emily), Nathan Butler, Whitney Hardin (Steven),
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Blizzard officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe’s memory can be made to Drury Dobbins Baptist Church building fund. Online condolences may be made at www. cecilmburtonfuneralhome. com
Jonathan Lee Keeter
Jonathan Lee Keeter, age 51 of Ellenboro, died Saturday, February 15, 2025.
He was born July 16, 1973, in Rutherford County and was a son of the late Willie James Keeter and Betty Hawkins Keeter Robinson.
He was also preceded in death by his sister, Linda Keeter Stone. Survivors include his sons, Jonathan Lee Keeter, III, and Jack Ford, his brother, Jessie James Keeter of Rutherfordton, and his sisters, Nancy Ann Velazquez of Hendersonville, Cathy Spencer of Harris, and Rebecca Terry of Spindale.
A memorial service is being planned and will be announced later by The Padgett and King Mortuary & Crematory. An online guest registry is available at www. padgettking.com Padgett~King Mortuary and Crematory is serving the family.
death by his brother, Roger Dobbins and grandson, Sean Liggs in Heaven.
He left many to cherish his memories, his wife of 25 years, Linda Stuart with 2 children, a daughter, Samantha Stuart Liggs (Vincent) and a son, Randy Stuart (Gina) as well as 2 grandchildren, Annabel Liggs and Xavier Stuart, his siblings, Lee Stuart (Polly), Chuck Stuart and Kimberly Francis (Mike), nieces and nephews, along with dear friends.
A Gathering of Family and Friends was held February 19 at Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service.
Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.
Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.
Dorene Lucille Rowland
Hand
Dorene Lucille Rowland Hand, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2025 at the age of 83.
Born in Hackensack, New Jersey on February 15, 1941 to the late Robert Hanna Rowland and Anna Dursilla Edney Rowland.
She is also predeceased by her brothers, Jack Rowland and Donald Thompson.
For over 20 years, she worked as a planner at The West Company in Millville, New Jersey. Beyond her professional life, Dorene was an entrepreneur at heart, running her own dollhouse shop with her best friend. In 2007 she moved to Kings Mountain to be closer to her daughter and grandson. There she found a new life and friends at Macedonia Baptist Church.
She is survived by her daughter, Melissa Christiansen; grandson, Jacob Christansen; son, Steven Sassaman and
Shirley Marie Gammons Dawson
Shirley Marie Gammons Dawson, 82, passed away Saturday, February 8, 2025. She was born in Surry County, NC to the late Moyer Willie Gammons and Pansy White Gammons. She is also predeceased by her husband, Charles Dawson; daughter, Marie McKeithan; son, Terry Dawson; daughter-in-law, Robin Dawson; 1 brother; 5 sisters.
Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Richard Dawson (Marsha) and Donald Dawson (Laura); daughters, Tammy Arrowood (Chad) and Kathryn Morrison; 19 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; speical neice, Smichell Ashburn; sister, Gwen Ashburn.
She retired from White Oak Manor, Shelby. Services will be announced at a later date. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.
Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.
Douglas O. Jernigan, Jr.
Douglas O. Jernigan, Jr., age 73 of Ellenboro, died Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Doug was born November 28, 1951, in Vicksburg, Mississippi to Douglas O. Jernigan, Sr. and the late Laverne Oates Jernigan.
Doug worked for more than 30 years at Mastercraft Corporation and retired as Supervisor of Maintenance. He had also been the
Kim of Clinton, and his grandchildren, Mackinzie, Hunter, Maddox, and Presley.
The funeral was held February 22 at Corinth Baptist Church with Rev. Mike Conner and Rev. Ad Hopper officiating.
Memorials in his memory may be made to Corinth Baptist Church, 767 Pinehurst Rd., Ellenboro, NC 28040.
An online guest registry is available at www. padgettking.com Padgett~King Mortuary and Crematory is serving the family.
John Thomas Nelson Jr.
John Thomas Nelson Jr., September 9, 1942-February 20, 2025. John, born in Altoona, PA to Lorena Bingman and John T. Nelson Sr. He grew up in Portsmouth, VA. John attended Hargrave Military Academy, Old Dominion U. and was in the US Marine Corp.
John married Cheryl Holland and they had a daughter, Amber, who lived with Spina Bifida and a cheerful heart until the age of 52. John moved to Lake Gaston, NC with his parents, sister and brotherin-law. They developed and founded American Heritage Campground. He married Marilyn Stuart Ashley in 1975. They made their home at Lake Gaston and had a career in land development/ real estate until leaving to go sailing for two years and then moved to WNC near Lake Lure in 1992.
John is survived by his wife Marilyn, sister, Peggy Light of Kinston, nieces and nephews, Kelly Light, Terry Light Humphrey, Jason Light and Russell Leggett and sister-in-law, Jamie Ashley Leggett of Bath.
To make a memorial gift please designate to Hurricane Helene/WNC at Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607
lifetime of memories and adventures, often she would share stories of their many journeys together.
In addition to her husband Charlie, she is survived by their children, Bill (Susanna) and Charlie Jr. (Elizabeth); her grandchildren, Natalie Clute, Lauren Clute, Charlie III (Lydia), Chris Clute, and Jon (Laura); and her great-grandchildren, Marigold, Bethany, Ivy, and Paisley.
A service celebrating Maggie’s life was held February 26 at Spindale United Methodist Church.
The family invites you to share your condolences online at www.crowemortuary.com.
Sherry Powell
Sherry Powell, age 55, of Mooresboro, died Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Sherry was born November 23, 1969, in Cleveland County to the late Miles Tessiner and Bobbie “Granny” Tessiner. Though she worked in Textiles for a number of years, her calling in life was to be a caregiver. Sherry spent most of her life raising many children and caring for her mother in her later years of life. She was a member of Goode’s Creek Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Tommy Tessiner and Wayne Tessiner, and sisters, Becky Tessiner and Donna Hudson.
Left to cherish memories of her life are her husband of 30 years, Davie Powell; sons, Shane Powell, of Mooresboro, and Steven Edwards of Bostic; daughters, Stephanie Medford (Rick) of Harris, Michelle Nolan (Michael) of Forest City, and Krysti Sumner of Shelby; five grandchildren, Zachary Powell, Mackenzie Powell, Shana Campfield, Stephen Hoyle, and John McAbee.
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Darvi Von Angel
Darvi Von Angel, 70, of Union Mills, passed away February 22, 2025.
Born in Yancey County to the late Pershing G Angel and Mamie Geneva Propst Angel, Darvi attended East Rutherford High School and was known for his dedication and work in crafting custom made hunting supplies.
He is survived by his sisters, Amber Platt and
County to the late George Franklin Lee and Florence Greene Lee.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Larry Lee. Those left to cherish him memory include three children, Josh Lee (Hannah), Leslie Lee, Ashley Lee; sisters, Pat Weaver, Judy Robbins (Clyde), Suzanne McKelvey (Tommy), brothers, Donald Lee (Kim), Jeff Lee; grandchildren, Lilah Lee, Makenzi Lee and Kendall Lee; and a host of other family members and friends.
A Celebration of Life was held February 6 at Goodes Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Brent Frady officiating.
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Donors needed now to build up the blood supply
$15 e-gift card for those who give blood or platelets by Feb. 28
The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets in February to help build up the blood supply after thousands of donations went uncollected last month. People of all blood types – especially those with type O negative blood – are encouraged to make and keep their donation appointments so hospitals can continue to ensure critical care for patients this winter. Since the beginning of the year, hundreds of blood drives have been canceled and more than 16,000 blood and platelet donations have gone uncollected due to severe winter weather and wildfires. As February continues, so does the potential for additional weather systems to disrupt blood drives. Flu and other seasonal illnesses are spreading, which could also force more people to cancel scheduled donation appointments, compounding the impact to collecting lifesaving blood products. Give with your whole heart this month. To book a time to give blood or platelets, use the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
• Friday, February 28, 9:30AM-2PM
2nd Baptist Church, Family Life Center; 191 Green St., Rutherfordton
As a thank-you, all who come to give Jan. 27-Feb. 28, will get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. See RedCrossBlood.org/Flurry for details. How to donate blood:
Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.
Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their predonation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/ RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.
Amplify your impact − volunteer! Another way to support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check in and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience. For more information visit redcross.org/volunteertoday. Article Provided By: Gail Barksdale
NCDEQ Announces Bridge Loan Program for Underground Storage Tank Repairs Following Hurricane Helene
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Waste Management’s Underground Storage Tank Section (NCDEQ-DWMUST), has launched the Bridge Loan Program as established by Session Law 2024-53, s. 4C.8 to assist owners and operators with testing and repairing surface infrastructure for their petroleum underground storage tanks (USTs) affected by Hurricane Helene. The North Carolina General Assembly has allocated $22 million in emergency disaster recovery funding to this new program.
“Our top priority is helping our neighbors in western North Carolina recover and rebuild,” said DEQ Secretary Reid Wilson. “This program will help businesses test and repair their underground storage tanks to strengthen
our infrastructure and protect our communities.”
The Bridge Loan Program provides financial assistance for repairing and testing commercial underground storage tank systems in affected counties, including Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cherokee, Clay, Cleveland, Forsyth, Gaston, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Iredell, Jackson, Lee, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mecklenburg, Mitchell, Nash, Polk, Rowan, Rutherford, Stanly, Surry, Swain, Transylvania, Union, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin, Yancey. Eligible services include line and tank testing, product removal and disposal, and repair or replacement of aboveground piping, dispensers, and electronics.
“This program ensures that businesses can take
swift action to assess and repair surface infrastructure for their underground storage tanks, preventing environmental hazards and ensuring the safety of North Carolina communities,” said Michael Scott, DEQ Division of Waste Management Division Director. The loan program is designed to provide
temporary financial assistance until federal disaster relief or insurance reimbursement is received. Loans awarded under the program will be interest-free and must be repaid upon receiving disaster relief or by June 30, 2030, whichever comes first.
Interested applicants can submit a loan
application through June 30, 2025. Questions regarding the program can be directed to Meredith Love Gawai at meredith. lovegawai@deq.nc.gov.
Emergency rules have been developed to provide procedural guidance for the bridge loan program, effective February 14, 2025. Temporary rules will
replace the emergency rules following a public comment period that ends on March 5, 2025. More details on rulemaking activities, including the rule text and comment submission process, are available at https://www.deq.nc.gov.
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Tips to help foster a positive attitude in children
healthy meals on the table, opportunities to hang out and socialize with friends, a good education, a feeling of
and security,
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
and much more. Yet some parents may overlook another key resource that could lead to a happier and more successful life: positivity.
According to Informed Families/The Florida Family Partnership, a positive attitude is an important attribute for children to develop and maintain. A positive mindset can help kids feel more confident and capable. A positive attitude also may assist kids when they’re faced with adversity and stressful situations. Some people are naturally glass-half-full types, while others may need a little reassurance to embrace a positive attitude. A positive attitude is marked by optimism, enthusiasm and a sense of possibility.
and researcher Svend Brinkmann. Rather, parents can teach kids to accept all emotions and process them in healthy ways while encouraging positive thinking.
Here are some ideas for get started:
• Help others. Helping others through volunteerism can help children learn to associate doing positive things with feeling good about oneself. It is hard for children to be in a bad mood when they see the smiles on the faces of people on the receiving end of their compassion and support.
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A child does not need to brim with positivity all of the time. Sadness, shame and guilt can help individuals process difficult times and show they are human. A pressure to think positively all of the time and be constantly cheerful can turn happiness into a burden, according to Danish psychologist
• Be a good role model. Children learn many behaviors from watching and listening to their parents. Children who see Mom and Dad bouncing back from setbacks and exhibiting a willingness to give things another try are more likely to do the same.
• Brainstorm other options. Children tend to see things in black and white. The adults in their lives can help them see
ways around obstacles rather than just throwing in the towel. One option is to set small goals that are achieveable so they can celebrate small successess rather than aiming entirely for the end goal.
• Surround oneself with positive messaging. Listening to music, reading books or watching movies with positive messages can reinforce positive affirmations and thoughts. It’s easier to maintain a positive attitude when that’s all you know.
• Practice affirmations as a family. Life throws challenges at everyone, but some supportive words along the way can make all the difference. Big Life Journal, which offers tools for parents, teachers and counselors to help kids grow up confident, says affirmations like “I am enough” or “I am kind” can change attitudes. And everyone should remember failing is not always a negative. Failure can be the first step toward learning an important lesson.
Fostering a positive mindset in kids may take a little time, but it can be achieved and ultimately pay numerous dividends.
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Bible College offers classes supplemented with out of class assignments toward a degree in Theology or Christian Education. Fall Classes will be offered every Monday, February 24th through May 12th 6:30pm to 9:00pm. The Classes offered will be NT Survey, Christian Character, The Spirit World, and II Timothy. CBC is affiliated with Macedonia Baptist College of Midland, NC. For more information call or email us! Also look us up on Facebook and on our Webpage at: CharityBibleCollege. org (704) 419-4574 cbcfallston@gmail.com
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AUCTIONS
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YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE
SALE. Men’s: clothes, XL & XX, pants 36/30 & 38/30, shoes size 12. Women’s: clothesmostly small sizes, shoes size 6-1/2–7, Girls: clothes size 7/8, Kitchen items, LR tables, small dresser, table & 6 chairs, toddler toys, photography equipment, misc items. Sat., March 1, 2025; 9 am - Noon. Cash Please! 491 Ridgedale Dr., Shelby, NC 28150
YARD SALE: SAT., MARCH 1, 8:00am-? Recliners $10/piece, fullsize door mirror, books 100 years old $1/piece, school desk, tools (old). 506 College Avenue, Shelby, NC 28152
FOR SALE
HARDWOOD FIREWOOD Seasoned 90% Oak. $70-1/2 ton, $85 delivered, small bundle packs-$3 ea. 312 Helton Rd., Cherryville. 704-435-3970.
USED GENEREX HOME GENERATOR. $1500. (704) 4770516
MORGAN’S FIREWOOD. Seasoned hardwood. Cut, split and delivered. $85. 828-395-0758.
FOR SALE
TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, FLATBED TRAILERS, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704434-6389, (704) 473-0867
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS WITH SCRATCH PADS! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788
HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855
RAINBOW VACUUM CLEANER. $400. In good condition and all attachments are present. Cash only! (828) 287-3412 teddybear93_890@ yahoo.com
1 MAUSOLEUM AT ROSE HILL. Located in Fallston, NC. $4000. (704) 739-3770
J JOHNSON SALES. Steel Buildings, Carports, Garages. Large On-site Display. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895
STEEL BUILDINGS, CARPORTS, GARAGES, WORKSHOPS. Car, Truck, Boat, Storage. Grading & Concrete “Turn Key Job”! Large On-site Displays. J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895
DUMP TRAILERS & EQUIPMENT TRAILERS. Aluminum Trailers. “Large Selection!”. Financing and Rent to Own Available. No Credit Check! J Johnson Sales, 2690 Hwy. 221 S., Forest City, NC. (828) 2455895
TRAILERS, NEW, USED, REPO. In stock Dumps, Enclosed, Concession Trailers and Equipment. Inventory changes weekly! Call or Come By! Financing or Rent to Own Available. J Johnson Sales, 2690 Hwy. 221 S., Forest City, NC 28043 (828) 245-5895
METAL ROOFING. Carport Metal “One Piece OR The Whole Roof” We get deliveries twice a week! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City NC 28043. (828) 245-5895
7 TON EQUIPMENT TRAILER “LOADED”. $0 DOWN ! Approx. $200 Month *wac ; 5 TON DUMP TRAILER “LOADED” $0 DOWN ! Approx. $240 Month *wac; 6’x10’ & 6’x12’ Utility Trailers $0 DOWN ! Approx. $90-$100 Month *wac. J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895
STORAGE BUILDINGS (WOOD•STEEL•VINYL). New Buildings from Approx. $100 month *wac (Includes Delivery & Set Up on Concrete Blocks). J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895
STORAGE BUILDINGS. 8’x8’ Up To 16’x40’ Built On Site IN ONE DAY! Financing OR Rent to Own Available. You Choose Your Colors and Placement of Your Doors & Windows. Delivery and Set Up is Included! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 211 S. Forest City, NC. (828) 2455895
STIHL PSA 57 ELECTRIC WEED EATER. AK 20 Battery with charger. Like new $150. Used very little. (704) 477-2612
FOR SALE
CRATES FOR PLANTER BOXES, or Many Other Uses. Various Sizes. Some with Lids. $25 to $35 each. Call (704) 300-1818
TINY HOUSE 12X22, FULL BR, gas heat, water heater fully furnished. Ready to move in. $18,000. 704-473-4021.
FREEZER 2 YEARS OLD. Don’t need it anymore. $400. 704-308-6654. (704) 308-6654 jr.davis.bigfish@gmail.com
WOOD STOVE. $850. Cast iron wood stove on pedestal. All comes apart with folding front doors. No blower. (352) 464-3487
10X16 OUTBUILDING FACTORY BUILT. Has built-in shelves. $2000. 828-702-2333.
CRAFTSMANSHIP 2005
LAWNMOWER. $900. A 48 inch cut with leaf bagger. Deck all new blades, bearings and belts. Great shape. (352) 4643487
CHERY 2023 EXCAVATOR. $8,500. Gas engine with extra fan. Has less than 60hrs. Comes with 5 changeable parts. (352) 464-3487
BERNHARDT BLUE LEATHER SOFA. $750. THREE SEAT SOFA WITH THE TWO END SEATS THAT RECLINE. LIKE NEW. 1 YEAR OLD. VERY WELL MADE. (704) 8763475
2 ADJOINING LOTS in Cleveland Memorial Park. Below market price. 704-692-1127 or 704-692-6714.
HAND CRAFTED WOODEN ENTERTAINMENT CTR. Cash Only. Has bottom cabinet doors. Can send pictures, $100.00 or best offer! (704) 718-9122
SHELBY GIFTS Visit www. ShelbyGifts.com or Scan the QR Code NC4Ever@usa.com
TWO USED CRUISER BICYCLES $50 for both! Must sell! 828-782-7221.
USED CAMPER TOPS FOR
SALE: Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828-351-8846.
ROSE HILL CEMETERY PLOTS For sale, two adjoining plots in Rose Hill Memorial Park. The plots are located on outer edge of circle. (704) 739-6807
MOBILITY SCOOTER. Jazzy chair. Comes with wheelchair ramp for vehicle. $500. OBO. 828-289-4187.
WANT TO BUY
WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.
CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228
I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast. (828) 577-4197
WANT TO BUY CARS& TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006
WANT TO BUY GOOD USED BUICK. Under 100k miles or Toyota or Honda. 980-8807324. If no answer leave message. (980) 880-7324
OLD VIDEO GAMES WANTED. BUYING OLD NINTENDO, SEGA, GAMEBOY GAMES AND SYSTEMS. CLEVELAND AND GASTON COUNTY, KINGS MOUNTAIN, SHELBY AND CHARLOTTE AREAS. (661) 312-6159
FARM & GARDEN
HAY FOR SALE. 1/2 bales-$3, Square-$6, Rd-$20-$25-$30. 919 Bethlehem Church Rd. Grover, NC 704-418-1744.
HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. 4x5 Round Bales in barn, $50 each. Fescue and Orchard grass. Outside cow hay $30 per bale. Rutherford County. 828-429-3100.
GARDEN TILLING SERVICES AVAILABLE. Tractor with 6’ rototiller. No job too big or small ! (704) 692-4079
ROUND BALE HAY. Net wrapped, fertilized and clean hay. 10 bale minimum. $35 per bale, large quantity discounts. (704) 300-9042
BOAT FOR SALE. 2022 TRACKER ProTeam 175TF. 60HP Mercury motor, four stroke. Fully Equipped. Many extras. Garage kept. $18,200. 704-419-3882.
PETS & LIVESTOCK
AKC GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES. WEAVER DAIRY GOLDENS. MALE AND FEMALE PUPPIES AVAILABLE. READY TO LEAVE 3/15/25. WWW.WEAVERDAIRYGOLDENRETRIEVERS.COM. (980) 522-1337 WEAVERDAIRYGOLDENS@GMAIL.COM TOY POODLE PUPPIES. 1st shot and wormed. $500 cash. 704-466-5883.
PETS & LIVESTOCK
BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES. Both parents on premises. First vaccines, worming and vet exam. Ready to go to new homes week of February 17th. Call or text 828-429-2401.
10’X10’X6’ DOG KENNELS. Dog Houses and Dog Buildings. Delivery & Set Up Available. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895
TOY & MINI AUSSIES. Male & female. Assorted colors. Taking deposits. Parents on premises. 828-289-6756.
AKC REGISTERED CHOCO-
LATE LABRADOR RETRIEVER Puppies. 4 males, 2 females. Both parents onsite. 1st shots, dewormed. Ready for new home February 28. 828755-1133.
MALTIPOO PUPPIES Tiny toy size, 1 Male, 1 Female. Wormed, groomed, vet checked and shots. Male-$750, Female-$850. Have a variety of rescues and small dogs for adoption. Please call (no texting) for prices/info. 828-3910919 Morganton, NC.
FULL BLOODED GERMAN
SHEPHERD PUPPIES $800Puppies comes with papers and pedigree! Vacs and up to date with vet! 8 weeks old mostly black!! Only 3 left!! Seriously inquires only!! Call or text (919) 394-6258
CARS & TRUCKS
2003 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250. Automatic, 7.3 Lite V-8 Engine. Tan Leather Interior. Upgrade Maintenance that included New Turbo and Injectors. Have Service Documents. Pioneer Radio. Only 138,800 miles $23500 OBO. Call (704) 300-1818
1998 SUBARU LEGACY L WAGON for sale, right hand drive. Mileage 60,645. One owner, pampered, looks and drives like new, garage kept. Showroom clean. Used only on snow days. White with gray interior. Selling due to recent retirement. REDUCED $9,700.00 (828) 289-3607 denisedowns0326@gmail.com
CARS & TRUCKS
1979 CHEVROLET CORVETTE L-48. 83,000 original miles. Have owned 41 years. Florida car, Florida Title. (project car) Many new parts. Brake Lines, Calipers, Master cylinder, etc. Still runs and drives. Garage kept for 35 years. $7500. Call (828) 447-4342
1999 PONTIAC FIREBIRD V6, 149,000 miles. Automatic, power windows & locks, good condition. $6,500. 6 ton lever action chain hoist, like new. $450. 30 pieces of PVC pipes, 4 inch diameter, 20 ft. long, schedule 40, $30 each. 828289-1817.
CAMPERS
2021 CHEROKEE LIMITED. Just in time for camping season! The camper is in good condition. It is 34 FT. Lots of extra camping equipment goes with it. Leveling Blocks (4) Sets, 28 Gal. Waste Water Holding Tank w/Hoses, 30 FT Heated Water Hose, Water Pressure Control, Curt Weight Distribution Hitch w/ Friction Sway Control, Truck Hitch, Tires filled w/Nitrogen w/Tire Sensors, (4) Tire Covers, Extra 30 AMP Cord (25FT), Camper Surge Protector. **Camper Cleaner & Top Coat. Everything that you would need to start camping! Call, text or email for additional information or to schedule an onsite visit. $18000. (828) 489-4203 johnmason186@ gmail.com
2003 DYNA FOR SALE. 2BR, 1BA, special order, 14x56 with 8x12 factory add on. New floors in kitchen, living room, bathroom, hall. $20,000 negotiable. Must be moved. 828-702-2333.
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 739-0259
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
135-19 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC. New Singlewide. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1375, Deposit $1375. No pets. App fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.
135-12 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. New Single Wide. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom. Rent $1375, Deposit $1375, No Pets. App. Fee $25 per adult. 704214-4180.
104 VALENTINE ROAD, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC. Single wide. 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bathroom. Weekly rent $300 Deposit $1000. No pets No smoking. app fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY, NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 2 and 3 bedroom Townhomes. Rent is based on income (and even some expenses are deducted). Call or visit today! 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC or call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 487-1114
MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299
HOUSE NEAR PATTERSON SPRINGS AREA. 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, carport, large yard. Out building. Deposit and 1st month’s rent required. (704) 473-4654
APARTMENT FOR RENT. 5
RM/2 BR Apartment. Stove/ refrig. Adults only. No pets. 515 W. Sumter, Shelby. $550/mo. Call (704) 487-9622
CAMPER LOT AVAILABLE FOR RENT. 1624-9 S Post Rd., Shelby, NC. Lot rent $500 includes up to $125 in utilities & $375 deposit. App fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180
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
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
LARGE 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH mobile homes for rent in Shelby, NC. $875-$900/mth. Call 828-234-8147
2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOUSE. Waco. No pets. $800 per month, $800 deposit. 704472-9708. (704) 472-9708
135-8 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. New Single Wide, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom. Rent $1375, Deposit $1375. No Pets, App. fee $25 per adult. 704214-4180.
1624-7 SOUTH POST ROAD, Shelby, NC. Camper. Rent $975, Deposit $975. Includes power and water. App. Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.
