Gardner-Webb University (GWU) senior Connor Settlemyre, of Rutherfordton is back at school after being a percussionist in the National Small Band Programs Intercollegiate Band in Fort Worth, Texas. He is the first student from GWU to be selected for this honor. The concert, featured 124 musicians, and was held in conjunction with the 2025 National Conference of the College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA). Accompanying him on the trip to Texas was Dr. Sarah Fabian, director of bands and assistant professor of music at GWU.
Connor is the son of Greg and Kelly Settlemyre of Rutherfordton and is a graduate of R-S Central High School where he played in the band. He was also a member of the R-S Middle School band.
“We are so proud of him,” said his mom, Kelly Settlemyre, minister of music/education at Spencer Baptist Church.
“I am incredibly proud of Connor and all that he has accomplished throughout his college career,” said Fabian. “He has shown tremendous dedication and hard work, and this performance represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I’m honored to have played a small role in helping him reach this remarkable milestone.”
During an interview after his return home, Connor talked about how his interest in music began.
“Growing up, music was always around me. My mom, uncle, and brother are all in music so I was mixed in with it all the time,” Connor said.
“I think that this upbringing is what pushed me towards music, but I was never forced to go into it. When we would go watch my brother’s high school marching band competitions, I was always drawn toward the percussion instruments. My mom was also a percussionist in high school and college. When it came time for me to join the band in middle school, percussion was just what I really gravitated towards,” he said.
Connor was a member of the R-S Central high school and middle school bands.
“Both of these programs helped pave the way for me to have success in college. Other than music literacy, I learned valuable leadership skills that would help me in my education classes and in the education field. My band director’s at both R-S Middle (Mr. Walker and Mr. Kisner) and R-S Central (Mr. Jones) were also very influential in my music career. These individuals continued to push me everyday to practice and get better. They helped me to believe in myself and continue to be ambitious within my musical career.”
highest performing as well. Being able to perform with musicians from across the country helped to create interaction that would be impossible otherwise. For instance, in the percussion section, we had a student from Alaska. This experience also allowed me to see a conductor from across the country to learn new educational strategies from him. This whole experience helped develop my skills as a musician, as a performer and as an educator.”
Connor said he was most inspired to pursue music from his high school band director, Broderick Jones.
“Mr. Jones showed me just how much of an impact a teacher can make on students’ lives. No matter what we were doing, I could always tell that he deeply cared about me and the other students; we were his number one priority.” Connor said.
ways to push ourselves despite the circumstances. All of this to say, Mr. Jones showed me what it really means to be an educator and he is the reason I am where I am today.”
Connor graduates in May with a Bachelor of Arts in Music, emphasis on music education and a minor in youth discipleship studies. He is doing an internship as a music teacher as he completes his college education.
“After graduation, I hope to become a high school band director,” Connor said. “I want to inspire students in the same way that I was inspired by my directors. I also hope to be able to lead by example and help students to achieve their goals and aspirations. Overall, I want to provide the same experiences I was blessed to have with my future students.”
“I want to thank CBDNA for the opportunity to perform in such a
“The most important part of being a music educator is the students. Mr. Jones showed me that music is just the vessel we use to care for the students. Mr. Jones would stay after school as often as I needed him to just to make sure I could practice for my college audition. During the COVID shutdown, he would go out of his way to have marching band leadership zoom calls to check in on us and see if we were doing okay while still giving us
Ruff’ton Roots Plant Sale April 26
Ruff’ton Roots Community Garden announces the return of the Plant Sale Saturday, April 26 from 10am-12pm, under the shade sails at 128 Hospital Drive, Rutherfordton. Parking is available in the lot off Edwards Street (turn in at the Ruff’ton Roots sign). This is a celebratory kick off of the fifth growing season for the Garden.
The Ruff’ton Roots Plant Sale is a collaboration of Community Garden volunteers growing chemical free plants as a fundraiser for the Garden’s annual operating expenses including seed, soil amendments and irrigation purchases. Plants are available in 6 packs and 4’’ pots, at $4 suggested donations. The sale will offer varieties of herbs, vegetables, and cial flowers and information guides on companion planting for home gardens and volunteers sharing their garden knowledge and experience. It is recommended to arrive early as it is expected to sell out. Sales will not begin until
At the Gardens, volunteers have added newly planted fruit trees and expanded vegetables in
the lower fields along Edwards Street, potatoes at Norris Park and sweet potatoes in the original plot off Hospital Drive. The return of Sunfl Days and Empty Bowls will be later this season.
All food grown at Ruff’ton Roots is shared with the community by donations to local food pantries and through the Free Produce Stand at St. Gabriel’s Jericho Road Kitchen on Wednesdays, starting the last weeks of April.
The Ruff’ton Roots Gardens at 128 Hospital Drive and LeRoy Mull Drive are open for visitors, with Safe Pathways signage for a self-guided tour, thanks to the generous fundraising effort from Rutherford Women’s League. Visitors are asked not to pick or harvest, unless invited to do so by volunteers.
Additional support for Ruff’ton Roots is provided by the Town of Rutherfordton, Rutherfordton Public Works, the Rutherfordton Garden Club, Broad River Water Authority, and private donations. To learn more visit rufftonroots.org or email rufftonroots@gmail. com.
Article Provided By: Ruff’ton Roots
For anyone interested in pursuing music, Connor encourages them to never give up.
“There have definitely been days where I felt like I was not good enough or where I was really questioning why I was doing it but those are the days that you have the most impactful breakthroughs. A career in music is not easy but I believe that it is the most rewarding. Music has the power to convey what words simply can’t. That’s why people relate with music so much. Music has taken me all across the United States
Article Provided By: Jean Gordon. Photos Contributed.
Connor with Dr. Sarah Fabian.
Connor Settlemyre of Rutherfordton in Texas.
Chase High masonry students and instructor recognized
The Masonry 1 students at Chase High School recently participated at the NCMCA Land of Sky Chapter Regional High School Masonry Contest and came home with several awards.
Out of 35 students representing seven different high schools, the Chase High program stood out among competing schools. Chase masonry students brought home 1st, 2nd, and 4th place.
This marked the third consecutive year Chase High has had multiple students playing in the top three.
This is the third year in a row Chase has had multiple students placing in the top 3, and it’s a true testament to the dedication and skill of our students.
“Four students proudly represent Chase High, and their success is a direct result of the countless hours they’ve dedicated after school and on weekends to prepare,” said Jamie Brown,
masonry teacher at Chase. “Their hard work, discipline, and craftsmanship truly paid off.”
“We’re beyond proud of these young men and the outstanding work being done in our masonry program,” he said. In addition to the student achievement, Chase High was also honored with the Masonry 1 Instructor of the Year Award presented to Brown.
Article Provided By: Chase High School
Bridge Locations Selected in Chimney Rock
N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) officials have selected locations for two bridges in Chimney Rock that will serve temporary and long-term needs of residents and visitors.
Both plans were selected in coordination with local and state park officials and with input from the general public following a meeting and public comment period during which more than 100 comments were submitted. These two plans remove conflicts for Southside Drive residents from park and road construction traffic.
A temporary bridge from U.S. 64/74A to Chimney Rock Park Road will be installed just west of the old truss bridge that served Southside Drive and provide residents and
visitors access to Chimney Rock State Park. NCDOT and its contractor, Wright Brothers Construction, have established the goal of opening the bridge by Memorial Day weekend if weather permits. For permanent repairs, NCDOT officials selected a reconstruction plan that will combine the Chimney Rock Park Road and Southside Drive bridges into one. That bridge will start at a new roundabout at the former location of Old Rock Café, cross the river and connect with Chimney Rock Park Road, providing access to Southside Drive. Construction of the permanent bridge will commence during 2026 after nearby sections of U.S. 64/74A are reconstructed.
SBA Disaster Relief Still Available for Hurricane Helene Survivors
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding eligible small businesses, private nonprofit (PNP) organizations, homeowners and renters in North Carolina of the April 27 deadline to apply for federal disaster loans to offset losses from physical damage caused by Helene and Milton.
Businesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disasterdamaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.
Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) are also available and are for working capital needs caused by the disaster even if the business or PNP did not suffer any physical damage. They may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills not paid due to the disaster.
as low as 4% for small businesses, 3.250% for PNPs, and 2.813% for homeowners and renters, with terms up to 30 years. Interest does not begin to accrue, and payments are not due, until 12 months from the date of the first loan disbursement. The SBA sets loan amounts and terms, based on each applicant’s financial condition.
Disaster survivors should not wait to settle with their insurance company before applying for a disaster loan. If a survivor does not know how much of their loss will be covered by insurance or other sources, SBA can make a low-interest disaster loan for the total loss up to its loan limits, provided the borrower agrees to use insurance proceeds to
reduce or repay the loan. To apply online, visit sba.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 or email disaster customer service @sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance.
Article Provided By: Karen Knapik
Homeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans and may borrow up to $100,000 to replace or repair personal property, such as clothing, furniture, cars, and appliances. Homeowners may apply for up to $500,000 to replace or repair their primary residence.
Applicants may also be eligible for a loan increase of up to 20% of their physical damages, as verified by the SBA, for mitigation purposes. Eligible mitigation improvements include strengthening structures to protect against high wind damage, upgrading to wind rated garage doors, and installing a safe room or storm shelter to help protect property and occupants from future damage.
“One distinct advantage of SBA’s disaster loan program is the opportunity to fund upgrades reducing the risk of future storm damage,” said Chris Stallings, associate administrator of the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the SBA. “I encourage businesses and homeowners to work with contractors and mitigation professionals to improve their storm readiness while taking advantage of SBA’s mitigation loans.”
Interest rates can be
Masonry instructor Jamie Brown with the award winners.
First Place winner Brian Blowers.
Fourth place Caiden Little.
RHI Legacy Foundation names new board member
RHI Legacy Foundation has recently elected Cindy Buck to their board of directors.
Jill Miracle, Community Impact Director, stated, “We began our organization in 2014, and subsequently combined board members from the former Rutherford Hospital Foundation and
Rutherford Hospital. Since that time, we have not added any new board positions. Cindy is a perfect fit for us now. It is a pleasure to have her join us for her new three-year term.”
Cindy Buck is an accomplished and awarded healthcare executive, having worked in the industry for twenty-five years as a Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer for multiple hospitals. She holds a Bachelor of Business AdministrationAccounting from Pittsburgh State University (Kansas) and a Master of Health Administration from the University of Missouri. Cindy served as the CEO for Rutherford Regional Health System for nearly four years of her career. She was awarded QHR’s “CFO of the Year” and was named to “Becker Healthcare’s Top 130 Women to Know” for
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growing sport in the United States. The Sports & Fitness Industry Association reports the popularity of pickleball has grown by 223.5 percent over the last three years, with participation increasing across all age groups. The average age of a pickleball player is now 35. Pickleball attracts players for a number of reasons.
In addition to promoting socialization and serving as a generally entertaining activity, pickleball offers a number of health benefits. Anytime Fitness says that pickleball is a great cardiovascular workout. It is estimated that a pickleball game can burn up to 600 calories per hour. Pickleball also helps to improve lung function and can strengthen the heart.
A 2018 study published in the International Journal of Research in Exercise Physiology found playing pickleball may lower the risk of heart disease by positively modifying risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Since pickleball is a fast-paced game, it may help improve
cognitive function and memory recall due to the quick thinking the game requires. Because pickleball is played on a smaller court than a regulation tennis court, it can be easier on players’ joints since it doesn’t require covering as much ground.
three consecutive years. Cindy retired from the healthcare industry in the spring of 2022. She is a past board member for Isothermal Community College Foundation, Blue Ridge Community Health Services, and Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce. She is a 2023
graduate of Rutherfordton Citizens Academy.
Kerry Giles, chairperson for RHI Legacy Foundation, stated, “Cindy Buck brings a depth of experience, insight, and heart to our mission. Her lifelong dedication to healthcare and her commitment to this community align perfectly with our work to improve
the health and wellness of Rutherford County. We are honored to welcome her to our board, and we look forward to the impact she will undoubtedly make.”
Cindy has lived in Rutherfordton since 2011 and loves to spend time gardening, reading, walking, hiking, and traveling with her husband, Bill. She has one daughter,
Joslyn (married to David). Cindy’s passion for the health and wellness of the community is what drew her to RHI Legacy Foundation. She believes fully in the mission of the organization and how it serves the community by touching and improving the health of its citizens in very real and meaningful ways.
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VEHICLE: 2013 Cadillac XTS (56092 miles)
GUNS: Mauser P38 BYF44 (German Swastika Emblem on gun), Remington 9MM R51 Pistol, Beretta Model .90 Caliber 7.65 MM Double Action Pistol
JEWELRY: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring (Natural marquise diamond in center 1.00 ct., 2 natural round diamonds on either side tapering in size from 1/2 ct each to 1/4 ct each Total Ring Weight is 4.7 Ct.), Lady 900/100 Platinum /Iridium Engagement Ring w/Larger natural round diamond in center (1 Ct,) & complemented by 13 natural round diamonds tapering in size from .10 ct to .07 ct each. Total Ring Weight is 4.1 Ct., Misc Costume Jewelry COINS: US Liberty Coins 1886-1986 .36 Troy Oz 1/2 Dollar & .86 Troy Oz, Silver Dollar, Kennedy Halves, Eisenhower Dollars, Wheat Pennies, 1995 1 oz. Fine Silver One Dollar
FURNITURE & ANTIQUES: Wrought Iron Round Table w/ Glass Top & 4 Chairs, (2) Wooden Stools, Lighted Curio Cabinet, Oriental Screen, Marble Top Low Table, Sofa, DR Table, 6 Chairs & China Cabinet, Chairs, Roll Top Small Desk, Rockers, Chest, Nightstand, Gateleg Pine Table, Bed, Leather Couch & 2 Chairs, Gun Cabinet
GLASSWARE & CHINA: Ruby Lustres, Mento Duberry (F&B_Japan), Large amount of Blue & White (Vases, Ginger Jars, Plates & Bowls), Oriental Vases, Ginger Jars, Plates & Bowls, Clear Glass, Blue Danube China & Serving Pieces, Corning, Kent Orange Blossom, Stemware
MISC: Chantilly by Gotham Sterling Flatware, Lancaster by Gotham Sterling Flatware, Miscellaneous Sterling Pieces, Silverplate, Painting of King Charles Cavaliers by Henry Carlson, Elgin Clock, Outdoor Round Wrought Iron Table w/ Umbrella & 4 Chairs, Charbroil Gas Grill, Concrete Planters, Brass Screen, Gold Mirrors, Rugs, Lamps, Pictures, Logitech Keyboard, Gateway Computer, Sony Screen, Brother Printer, Vizio Flat Screen TV, File Cabinets, (2) Wrought Iron Chairs, Lateral 2 Drawer File Cabinet, Pocketbooks, New Haven Clock, Schwinn 215P Cycle, Office Chairs & Desks, Rainbow Canister Vac & Attachments, Pots & Pans, Kitchen Items, Lodge Cast Iron, Tasco Binoculars
APPLIANCES: Maytag Top Load Washer, Maytag Centennial Dryer, Frigidaire Upright Freezer, k Idyllis Small Chest Freezer
Cindy Buck
Rutherford Stage needs a costume closet and
Rutherford Stage, formerly Rutherford County Arts Council, is in need of a costume closet.
Rutherford State is preparing to move the theater group’s belongings out of the location at the Maple Street Theatre in Rutherfordton.
volunteers
Rutherford Stage has secured a location suitable for sets, furniture and props, but the stage costumes need a home.
“We have been diligently searching for the last few weeks since it became apparent that due to several factors beyond anyone’s control, community supported options are currently not available,” said Laura Link. “We have located one possibility, but it is not ideal. So, we thought we’d come to you, our friends and supporters, to ask if you might know of any other possibilities,” she said.
Rutherford Stage needs to move from its current location in two to three weeks.
The costume needs
to include 1,200 to 3,000 square feet; Ground floor with enough space to park four vehicles or a box truck; a large open warehouse or smaller rooms with wide doorways with its location in Rutherfordton, Spindale or Forest City.
The space will be used for storing the enormous collection of costumes; a work room for the costume shop (Sewing and crafting); Fittings (trying costumes on actors).
Anyone with a possible location for the costumes, is asked to get in touch with Rutherford State as soon as possible.
Rutherford Stage is prepared to pay a small amount of rent, but is hopeful that the property owner will provide a discounted rate. As a qualified nonprofit, some of the donation (or all) can be a tax write-off.
volunteer on the Rutherford Stage Facebook page. Tax deductible monetary donations are also appreciated. Send donations to: Rutherford Stage, PO Box 85, Forest City, NC 28043.
Good day for spring Fling...
Children and adults gathered on a spring-like Saturday to celebrate children and the weather at Adaville Baptist Church. There were plenty of games, activities and food for children and adults.
Article & Photo Provided By: Jean Gordon
Have you noticed that your utility or phone bill is much higher than expected? Could your account have been switched over to a third party without your knowledge?
If this sounds familiar, you may have encountered an unethical tactic known as slamming.
What is slamming?
Slamming is the practice of reassigning a consumer’s account to another provider without that consumer’s informed consent. It can take many forms but typically affects energy and telephone service suppliers and their customers.
Before a company can switch a customer’s account to another provider, it must receive informed permission from the authentic account holder. Permission can be obtained in verbal, electronic, or paper document formats.
How can you avoid slamming?
• Avoid answering your phone or responding to questions from unfamiliar callers with the word “yes” – scam callers may subsequently alter the call recording to falsely indicate that you verbally agreed to switch providers.
Misleading contacts from deceptive businesses can also appear via emails and text messages (which may even contain malware from unscrupulous scammers, resulting in potential ID theft).
• Watch out for mailings that state your service provider will be switched if you do not take action (e.g., affirmatively opt-out) to prevent it or that announce a sudden and surprising rate increase. This may come from your current energy supplier as an “account drop notice” or from another party. If the account holder does not respond in a timely manner to opt out of the change to another provider, that may result in an unauthorized switch.
• Be wary of approaches from representatives in public spaces, or as doorto-door inquiries, offering gift cards or other incentives to consider switching. Some may make enticing claims
about substantial savings on your service that turn out to be false, or only applicable for a very brief “introductory” period of time. Never consider switching your account without understanding all terms and conditions fully and demanding written statements regarding all rate policies, promises, and claims made by reps, specifically claims made orally.
• In some states, where laws make it easier for this to happen, a scammer who gets hold of your utility bill or account number may be able to engineer an unauthorized switch in your name. Make sure you have an understanding of the laws in your state pertaining to this practice and protect your utility bills; it’s a good idea to shred them when you no longer need them.
What can you do if slamming happens to you?
• Contact your original energy provider to state that your account has been fraudulently switched and ask for their help in restoring your account (inquire if they have a customer fraud department).
• Create a paper trail showing that the unauthorized switch has been challenged at the first bill as proof that you provided immediate notice before any further charges accrued to your account. You can also report the incident to the regulatory authority in your state that oversees utilities (to learn your customer rights and file a formal complaint where necessary), and to the Better Business Bureau.
• Check with your state Attorney General’s office if you are unsure which government agency in your state would handle such complaints.
• If you think your identity has been spoofed to make a scam switch happen, file an ID theft report with the police department and the Federal Trade Commission and notify all three major credit reporting agencies to place an immediate “freeze”
on your credit. For tips to freeze your credit, check out BBB Tip: Credit freezes and fraud alerts at www. bbb.org/article/newsreleases/18931-bbb-tipcredit-freezes-and-fraudalerts
To be effective, a freeze must be separately set up with all three credit bureaus:
The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) has announced that applications for the 2025 America 250 NC Teaching Fellows are now open.
Fifteen K-12 teachers representing each region of the state will be selected for this in-depth professional learning opportunity.
Fellows will visit North Carolina Historical Sites around the state, engage in virtual learning throughout the seven-month fellowship
to deepen their historical scholarship, and enhance their teaching practices through exploration of best practices. This opportunity also aims to create a learning community where educators can network with other historians, scholars, and authors.
“This fellowship is one of the many ways DNCR seeks to support our state’s talented K-12 teaching professionals,” said Pamela B. Cashwell, secretary of DNCR. “As we approach the significant milestone of America’s
250th anniversary, this collaborative fellowship will foster a deeper understanding of and interest in North Carolina’s rich history, while supporting educators around the state to inspire our next generation of engaged and informed leaders.” Applications are being accepted now from K-12
teachers of all disciplines until April 15, 2025. For more information and the application, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov/ america250fellows. The 2025 America 250 NC Teaching Fellows program is sponsored by DNCR in partnership with Carolina K-12.
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Pantry changes hours
The Neighbor’s Food Pantry located at the former home of Gilkey Elementary School, will be closed April 18 and 19 to give volunteers the Easter holiday with friends and family.
Beginning in May, the pantry’s Saturday hours will be from 10am to 12pm.
Those receiving food donations from Neighbor’s Pantry may come once a month either Friday or Saturday morning. Choose your day wisely. The days rotate Friday and Saturday to accommodate people who work.
The schedule is - 1st Saturday; second Friday; third Saturday, fourth Friday. If there is a fifth week, the pantry is closed.
Neighbor’s Pantry has been open since 1997 when it opened at the Little White Country Church. Later the Parton family renovated part of the former Gilkey School to provide much needed space. The Partons did this in memory of the late Jess and Alma Parton who lived by the scripture, “if you have done it to the least of these my brethren, you have done it unto me.”
There are 10 to 12 volunteers on a regular basis and Chris Davis, the first volunteer, has been volunteering for 28 years.
According to her own testimony, Chris grew up poor, had a garden, raised chickens, cows and pigs. She has worked tirelessly in the face of adversity. About two months ago, Chris had
an injury to her shoulder and could not drive. That was the only time during 28 years she was not at the pantry to work.
There are no fees at the Neighbor’s Pantry. Without the pantry, some would go to other pantries and some would go without food. Senior citizens who get small amounts in food stamps would do without.
During covid, people drove through and stayed in their cars. Now that they are back in their cars, the number of participants has picked up. More new people come every week.
“Drive by some time and see how many people are waiting to get food. This means so much to those who would be without food, if it were not for volunteers like Chris Davis,” said Parton.
The food comes from various places. Donations are a major source. The class of 1963 at East Rutherford High has taken on the pantry as a project and donates 500 to 800 pounds a year. They shop at Second Harvest. Volunteers shop for food.
In summer, Tommy Haire brings in produce, much like his late father Mike Haire.
Mike believed everyone can do something for the Lord.
During Helene, the National Guard used the pantry as a distribution center.
There are plans to reopen the coat closet to distribute coats, blankets, gloves, hats, socks and shoes.
To make a donation, volunteer or get McNair hours, contact Chris at 828653-5437.
by Pat Jobe
Hurricane Helene and the earthquake in Myanmar show us that even mountains can crash into the sea, or the riverbed. Throwing away eightyear-old emails and walking through a big box store were two lessons in nothing physical lasting forever. Some of the emails were from people I can’t remember. The name is on the email, but I can’t remember the face or the relationship to the person. The big box store was a testimony to how things change. Light bulbs burn
Nothing lasts forever in the physical world
out. Paint peels. Wood rots. Sometimes the earth literally washes away under our houses.
If the physical world is shifting sand, where is the lasting value?
It’s love.
If you have read this column before, you can probably stop now. You will have read stuff like this before.
In the old book we read God is love, but that means nothing to people who don’t believe in the old man painted on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. And for people who do believe in God, Jesus, the Bible, it is an absolute mystery that anybody cannot believe. Believers watch a sunset or hear a baby laugh, and the whole of the mysterious wonder comes in like a gentle tide or a volcanic eruption.
Mama was such a believer. A woman told her of a conversion experience,
one of those volcanic eruptions, and Mama was confused. Not only had nothing like that ever happened to her, but she said of her faith, “We never knew we had a choice.”
On Christ, the solid rock, she stood. All other ground was sinking sand. Which takes us back to that big box store. Light bulbs burn out. Paint peels. Wood rots. Sometimes even the ground under your house washes away.
What is faith in God?
Cynics believe it is based on pie in the sky tomfoolery. They work hard to tell us there is nothing in the sky but atmosphere and stars. But atmosphere and especially those beautiful stars are evidence aplenty that there is a moving maker among it all that is best summed up as love.
Really? It is as though we are standing on opposite sides of a giant canyon. On one side
believers feel the strange warmth in their hearts as they sing, “Amazing grace, how sweet the sound.” On the other side, are people who fail to understand where they came from and where they are going.
The oneness the believers call “God,” was also called unnamable by the ancient Hebrews and the Lakota Sioux. Theirs was a oneness that filled everything and overflowed out of everything. It was, as the old children’s song went, “So high you can’t get over it, so low you can’t under it, so wide you can’t around it.” It was so sacred, they approached it and all of life with a sacred awe that left them overwhelmed with love. And they loved one another.
Even as light bulbs burn out, there is a light that never burns out. Contact Pat Jobe at patjobe13@gmail. com.
Repair Homes Now Before Bat Pupping Season
Wildlife Commission says to check attics and chimneys for bats before May 1
By Gary Miller
This time of year I try to spend as much time in the turkey woods as possible. Since I speak and write to a lot of hunters, I really do need to be able to tell some stories that are not too far from the past. So, I just think of April and November as the two months that I have to go back to school to do continuing education – to keep my accreditation current- to keep abreast on any new tools and techniques. (That sounds really good. I wonder if I can use that on my wife?) But in all reality, I do try to hunt hard during the peak days of turkey and deer season. And my fishing is usually only in the later spring and summer months. But no matter when or how I sort out these periods, the truth is, if I am going to be relevant to today’s hunters and fishermen, I have to participate in this activity and not just draw on my knowledge and my experiences of the past. When talking to other hunters and fishermen, it doesn’t take long to determine if these men and women are current in their pursuits or if they are living on past experiences. And it is really embarrassing when someone tries to tell you how to go about hunting when it is evident they have not been in the woods in years. In these cases, it is always better to keep our opinions close to our chest and to disclaim any idea that we are beyond learning.
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The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) recommends that homeowners check now for bats that may be getting into their home and evict them responsibly before puprearing season begins on May 1.
Bats are highly beneficial, offering free pest control by devouring nearly their own body weight in insects each night. Their hunger for insects peaks during puprearing season, which runs May 1 to July 31 across North Carolina.
“Evicting bats during this time ensures any pups in the roost will starve. To make matters worse, desperate mother bats may fly through open doors or windows trying to reach their pups, increasing the chance of a close encounter with humans” say Etchison.”
By August 1, bat pups are old enough to fly, so it’s safe to evict bats after that date.”
This also reminds me of many folks who are quick and loud to spout their ideas about God, Christianity, and Christians. Most of the time their discourse will start with the words; “Well, I believe…….” When this happens, just hold on because they are going to give you a rant for the ages. The problem, however, is most of their information comes from ancient experiences and very limited and stale knowledge. And while they are convinced, anyone who has enjoyed new experiences and has gained more knowledge will recognize quickly that their enthusiastic friend has a lot of thunder and lightning, but no rain. I think we all need to ask ourselves if what we believe about our faith is based upon present or past experiences. We may say that absolutely our faith is based upon a salvation experience that took place years ago. But if that is the limit of our experiences with God, we are very poor indeed. And what about our knowledge of Him? Again, is it based on only what we learned in the past or is it fresh and added to often. Only we know. No, I am wrong. A lot of people will know………. as soon as you open your mouth. A wise man once said, ““Better to keep your mouth closed and be thought a fool than to open it and remove all doubt”? I couldn’t have said it better. Gary Miller gary@outdoortruths.org
The Rutherford County Carolina Bass Club had 24 Anglers to fish Lake James Saturday, April 5. The weather conditions were excellent except for the pollen, the water was 65-68 degrees and clear. The boat traffic for a spring Saturday was not bad at all. Fishing was good, everyone caught fish.
Here are the tournament results:
1st place--The team of Keith McClure and Jr. Self with a 5 fish limit weighing 13.53 pounds.
2nd place--The team of George Crosswhite and Jason Price with a 5 fish limit weighing 12.65 pounds.
3rd place--The team of Doyle Hudson and Brian Branch with a 5 fish limit weighing 10.99 pounds.
George Crosswhite won the big fish of the day award with a 4.30 pound largemouth.
The Carolina Bass Club fishes Lake Lookout April 19.
Article Provided By: Rutherford County Carolina Bass Club
Early spring is the perfect time to check for bats and make sure if any are getting into the building, they end up elsewhere before this season’s pups are born. Bat evictions work by allowing bats to leave on their own, while preventing them from getting back in. “Newborn bats can’t fly and are left in the roost while their mothers forage for the evening,” says Katherine Etchison, the agency’s bat biologist. This is the key to why evictions aren’t legal during pupping season. All bats are protected in North Carolina, and evictions during this time can kill newborn bat pups.
Bat guano, which resembles mouse droppings, often piles up under the entry point bats use to get to their roost. Check under attic vents, shutters or other potential entry points for rice-sized droppings that easily crush into a fine powder. If you suspect bats are getting inside, you can hire a licensed Wildlife Control Agent or follow Bat Conservation International’s guidance on evicting bats yourself.
Though evicting bats isn’t an option between May 1 and July 31, homeowners can ensure bats can’t enter the human living space. A licensed Wildlife Control Agent can inspect the home and seal off any gaps that would allow bats to enter the main dwelling area.
the bats once pup-rearing season is over. If you do find a bat inside the living space, especially if you can’t rule out that it may have come into direct contact with a person or a pet, contact your county health department immediately to find out if the bat needs to be tested.
Bats return to the same roost each spring, so it’s important to make permanent repairs that prevent them from entering the building in future years.
a bat box in a sunny area on your property. For the best chance of success, follow Bat Conservation International’s tips on building, buying and installing bat boxes. Contact NCWRC’s Wildlife Helpline, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, at 866-318-2401 for questions, or email HWI@ ncwildlife.org. You can also visit Co-Existing with Bats at www.ncwildlife. gov
Article by: ncwildlife.org.
South Mountains State Park Continues Reopening
South Mountains State Park in Burke County partially reopened its main access at Jacob Fork April 10. For the first time since Hurricane Helene, the visitor center is open to the public and camping will be permitted.
Located in Burke County, South Mountains is at the crossroads of the Appalachian Mountains and the Foothillls to provide the ultimate backcountry experience. The park boasts elevations up to 3,000 feet, nearly 50 miles of trail, and an 80-foot waterfall, although the loop trail by High Shoals Falls will remain closed.
The park was closed for an extended period following Hurricane Helene due to extensive trail and bridge damage and thousands of downed trees. From October-December 2024, over 4,300 hours of work for
all staff across the Division were completed. Staff from other state parks were sent on six internal deployments in October and November to assist with park recovery.
The Division also received support from the Southwest Area Complex Incident Management Team, who brought in about 75 staff total from the U.S. Forest Service and the forestry departments in Mississippi, Virginia, and Arizona.
The IMT reopened fire lines across the park and provided access to conduct damage assessments to state facilities.
Visitors should pay close attention to onsite signage
and not attempt to access areas that remain closed.
Facilities that remain closed continue to have major safety hazards. Park staff are working diligently to clear debris and conduct repairs to reopen the remaining closed areas as soon as possible.
List of facility status:
Day use:
Open
• Visitor center, picnic area and nearby trout streams
• Most trails for hikers only
• Clear Creek Access Closed
• Headquarters, Shinny, and Possum trails
• Loop portion of High Shoals Loop Trail, including
small town friendly BIG time results
the waterfall viewing areas
• Equestrian day-use parking area
• No trail access for mountain biking or horseback riding
Camping:
Open
• Tent/trailer/RV campground will reopen.
• Five backpack campsites: Fox Trail, Jacob Branch, Little River, Murray Branch, and Sawtooth
Closed
• Equestrian campground, including horse barn
• Shinny Creek and Upper Falls backpack campsites For additional information, visit ncparks. gov/somo.
Article Provided By: ncparks.gov
GARY MILLER
South Mountains State Park has partially reopened its main access at Jacob Fork.
Article & Photo Provided By: Pat Jobe Warm weather brought out the popsicles recently for Banx (left) and Brixton Barber. Their mom, Alexas went
Chimney Rock’s Easter Sunrise Service April 20
Due to the ongoing closure of Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park caused by Hurricane Helene, the 69th Annual Easter Sunrise Service tradition will take place Sunday, April 20 at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC).
The public is invited to participate in this event, which will take place at TIEC’s International Pavilion Stadium. The service will begin at 6:40am, in time for a 6:50am sunrise. Attendees are encouraged to arrive as early as 5:30am to find seating and prepare for the service, which will be led by Foothills Village Chapel and, as is Chimney Rock tradition, feature live music by the Chimney Rock Bagpipe Band.
decades. Chimney Rock and TIEC are excited to continue it in this temporary location, bringing the community together during this year of recovery.
The event will also be livestreamed on Chimney Rock’s Facebook at 6:40am.
Guests can enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities through the day, including Easter egg hunts for all ages. Chimney Rock’s park naturalists will be hosting up-close encounters with their animal ambassadors and sharing insights into the area’s wildlife. WNC Main Street will offer shopping opportunities to support local businesses, including those from Chimney Rock Village, impacted by the hurricane.
The Easter Sunrise Service, which began in the 1950s when the park was family-owned, has been a tradition for nearly seven
Chimney Rock Park is closed due to the impact of Hurricane Helene. Visit chimneyrockpark.com for info.
POPS Easter Bash
You won’t want to miss this year’s Easter Bash at POPS! Come meet the Easter Bunny, get your face painted, have balloon art made, and more! If your kids love ice cream as much as we do, Scoop will be giving out free kiddie scoops to the first 150 kids under 12! Hop on over to POPS in Forest City on Saturday, April 19 from 1-3pm for an afternoon filled with fun Easter festivities!
Article Provided By: Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park
community tradition alive amidst park closure and hurricane damages.
Springtime Home & Garden Guide
April 10, 2025 10, 2025
Anumberof factors can affect how well a garden or lawn takes root. Watering is a key element of any landscape care strategy, and one that homeowners should educate themselves about if they want to maintain a lush, healthy lawn throughout spring and summer.
Homeowners hoping to keep their lawns lush and green throughout summer can learn some effective watering
systems. Make sure the system doesn’t have any clogged, broken or missing sprinkler heads. Examine points where the sprinkler heads attach to pipes or hoses to make sure there are no leaks. The EPA says even a leak as small as the tip of a pen can waste 6,300 gallons of water per month. Adjust the sprinkler heads so that they only hit the landscape elements rather than sidewalks or driveways. Align the watering schedule with the seasons. to the right spots of a landscape. They can be placed at ground level or buried underground. Water soaks directly to the roots, minimizing water loss from runoff and evaporation. Some research suggests drip irrigation can effectively cover 25 percent more area than the average needs. Overwatering can be just as bad as underwatering. For those with underground watering systems, water sensors can trigger the system to turn on rather than a time on a clock.
Avoid midday watering
The sun is hottest in the middle of the day. Watering during this time means that much of the water will be lost to evaporation before it can get to thirsty lawns and plants. It pays to be smart about watering. Homeowners also can consider rain collection barrels to offset municipal or well water usage and be more eco-conscious about their watering efforts.
Springtime Home & Garden Guide
April 10, 2025 10, 2025
A spring lawn revitalization strategy
New growth is a hallmark of spring, whether it plays out in the birth of birds and bunnies or with the returned buds on trees and plant stalks. While most greenery rebounds naturally, lawns may need a little extra TLC in order to return to their once lush, green glory.
reach the grass below. Also remove any thatch that has developed.
• Test the soil. Take a sample of the soil to determine its pH level and nutrient needs. Then you can make adjustments to set a strong foundation for the lawn to grow.
• Do some weeding. Pull out any weeds that have poked through early on and apply a pre-emergent herbicide to prevent additional weeds from taking over.
• Water consistently. It is important to water the lawn deeply and consistently, especially when the weather is dry, to help promote strong root development.
Revitalizing a lawn in spring is a multifaceted process but can be well worth the reward when green grass adds to a beautiful landscape and functional yard. Here is how to get started when the weather warms, courtesy of The Farmer’s Almanac and The Home Depot.
• Clean up debris. Spend a few hours raking up leaves from the lawn and removing any other winter debris like twigs so that air can
• Start the aeration process. A core aerator punches holes into the soil. This enables air and water to penetrate through to the roots.
• Overseed the lawn. Apply grass seeds over the lawn, paying special attention to any bare or thin areas so that the seed will fill in the lawn.
• Time fertilizer correctly. Apply a spring fertilizer around three weeks after the lawn starts to turn green or after the first two or three mowings. If fertilizer is applied too early it can feed weeds instead of the grass and result in fertilizer runoff.
• Mow to an appropriate height. Begin to mow when the ground is dry enough and the grass is long enough to need cutting.
Homesare not always located on flat lots. In fact, landscapes can feature hills and valleys, necessitating some extra steps when installing certain features. Retaining walls are often utilized to improve the functionality and safety of a property.
Leave some length to the lawn; otherwise, sunlight will reach the soil and encourage weed seeds to germinate.
With a little elbow grease at the start of spring, homeowners can establish strong and healthy lawns.
6 reasons to build a retaining wall
redirect water to help prevent flooding. A wall can be used to keep water away from the foundation, where it may enter the home.
4. Prevent soil erosion: Along with keeping water back, the retaining wall also will stop soil erosion and runoff so it doesn’t cause an unsightly condition in the yard, or prove dangerous during severe weather.
Retaining walls are typically recommended to eliminate soil erosion and improve drainage, says Design One Landscape Corporation. Over time, soil erosion or drainage issues can eat into the structural integrity of a home and cause cosmetic damage and unhealthy conditions, such as mold growth. Here’s a look at six instances when installing a retaining wall can be advantageous.
1. Remedy a slope in the yard: Retaining walls help make sloped areas functional. The wall will help flatten the slope so that water and soil do not flow downward.
5. Prevent sink holes: By helping to manage water runoff, retaining walls can reduce the risk of sinkholes. According to Slaton Bros, Inc., a retaining wall service provider, sinkholes occur when enough water pools beneath the surface of the ground to weaken it to the point of not being capable of supporting the ground’s surface weight.
6. Improve curb appeal:
2. Make the yard easier to traverse: A retaining wall can make it easier to walk around a sloped yard. Rather than contending with the hill both uphill and downhill, particularly if it’s steep, the retaining wall can be installed to create flat areas that are easier to navigate.
3. Manage water runoff: Retaining walls can hold back or
serve cosmetic functions. They provide additional surfaces upon which to place container plants or additional decorations.
Retaining walls also can provide backdrops to shrubs and separate grassy areas from patios or swimming pools.
Retaining walls marry form and function.
Homeowners with sloped yards or drainage issues should consider installing retaining walls to address these issues.
Springtime Home & Garden Guide
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Earthy colors dominate 2025
Change
is in the air when a new year arrives. People often use the turn of the calendar as an opportunity to redecorate living spaces or revamp their wardrobes. As individuals narrow down their projects, they may want to incorporate a fresh and trendy palette of colors. For 2025, the options are decidedly warm, cozy and earthy.
Industry color experts routinely recommend hues that can elevate homes, offices and other spaces. The following is a selection of shades that insiders predict will color the world for the coming year.
Quietude
Sherwin-Williams has named Quietude its color of the year. This soft sage color exudes serenity and understated luxury. Grayish-green with a touch of blue, Quietude is a soothing color of tranquility. Sherwin-Williams also offers a Color Collection of the Year that includes Convivial Yellow, Spiced Cider, and Nomadic Desert, among others.
Mocha Mousse
The title of Pantone® Color of the Year 2025 belongs to Mocha Mousse. Just as the name implies, this rich, warm brown suggests the intoxicating qualities of coffee
and chocolate. It can create a feeling of comfort in any space, or even serve as the basis of a chocolate wardrobe color palette.
According to Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, Mocha Mousse is “sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time an unpretentious classic.”
Purple Basil Glidden’s 2025 color of the year title belongs to Purple Basil, a dusty, neutral violet purple hue with mauve undertones. It embraces rich, warm energy, and is equally at home in a bedroom as it is in a dining room.
Cinnamon Slate
Cinnamon Slate is moody and introspective. This Benjamin Moore color blends rich plum and chocolate brown that the company calls “adaptable, yet distinct.” In fact, it is quite similar to Glidden’s color of the year, but a tad more brown in nature.
Caramelized
Homeowners may want to consider Caramelized, an earthy terracotta brown that is DunnEdwards’ 2025 Color of the Year. Caramelized is versatile
Gardening offers more than a day in the sun
Millions of people embrace opportunities to get back in their gardens each spring, and they might be reaping more rewards from that activity than they realize.
and elegant, and it complements both modern and vintage interiors.
Elderton
Paula Taylor, Graham & Brown’s head stylist and trend specialist, calls Elderton “a chameleon color that can be sophisticated yet cozy.” This medium brown is contemporary with a huge amount of depth. It may work in a rustic living room or a cozy library.
The new year arrives with a warm, saturated color palette that can revitalize spaces with cozy appeal.
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According to the American Institute of Stress, gardening sparks a level of creativity among enthusiasts, and that can help to alleviate stress by lowering levels of the hormone cortisol.
In addition, authors of a 2022 study published in the journal Urban Forestry & Urban Greening concluded that gardening during the COVID-19 pandemic helped people cope with coronavirus-related stress through outdoor activity.
Springtime Home & Garden Guide
With spring upon us, With upon us, it’s time to start to start thinking about about beautifying your your home.
April 10, 2025 2025
Abeautiful landscape adds considerable aesthetic appeal to a property and an awe-inspiring lawn and garden can greatly improve resale value. In fact, the American Society of Landscape Architects claims landscaping can increase a home’s resale value by as much as 20 percent, a contention that supports the notion that a lush landscape is something buyers want and are willing to pay for.
Maintaining a lush landscape is no small task, but that job is notably easier when homeowners pick the right plants. The right plant for a property depends on where a home is located, but it’s worth noting that drought-resistant plants and trees may be especially worthy investments. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, 54 percent of the contiguous United States experienced moderate or exceptional drought over the first 10 months of 2024. The NASA Earth
Observatory notes that even the southeastern United States, where Hurricane Helene struck and dropped considerable rainfall in the final days of September, was affected by drought, experiencing no precipitation in the month after that devastating storm struck.
When planning a landscape renovation, homeowners must take variables such as climate into consideration, particularly if their end goal is a lush, aweinspiring lawn and garden. With that in mind, the following are some drought-resistant plants and trees homeowners may want to consider adding to their landscapes.
Trees
The National Arbor Day Foundation notes that droughttolerant trees are ideal as summer temperatures rise in many parts of the world. Drought-tolerant trees can survive in dry conditions, and they also provide great shade that allows people to enjoy their yards even when temperatures rise. The ADF notes that the following are some drought-resistant trees homeowners can consider:
• Eastern redcedar
• Bur oak
• Northern red oak
• Kentucky coffeetree
• Hackberry
• Live oak
Plants
Trees add ample aesthetic appeal to a property, but colorful plants also help to create a stunning setting. Homeowners concerned about drought can consider these plants that various garden experts note are tolerant of dry conditions.
• Aster
• Beardtongue
• Black-eyed Susan
• Bugleweed
• Catmint
• Lantana
• Lavender
• Purple coneflower
• Russian sage
• Scots pine
• Northern catalpa
• London planetree
• Shumard oak
Homeowners are urged to work with local lawn and garden professionals when picking trees and plants for their properties. Such individuals can provide insight about species that are accustomed to local conditions and capable of thriving in them even when precipitation is low.
For cake: Preheat oven to 350 F. Line two 9’’ round cake pans with parchment & lightly coat with cooking spray. Spread pecans on rimmed baking sheet, toast until light brown, 7 minutes. Set aside 12 pecan halves to decorate remaining pecans. Set aside 1 cup of chopped pecans to use in batter; reserve rest for decorating finished cake.
Whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, & 1 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
Whisk eggs & granulated sugar until smooth, about 1 minute. Whisk in oil until combined. Add grated carrots, vanilla & 1 cup chopped pecans, mix well. Add dry ingredients, stir until just combined. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean & cakes are browned, about 30 minutes. Let cool on cooling rack for 10 minutes. Loosen edges with spatula, turn cakes out, let cool completely, right-side up, on cooling rack, about 2 hours. Remove parchment before frosting.
For frosting: Beat cream cheese & butter in bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add confectioners’ sugar, vanilla & 1⁄2 teaspoon salt; gradually increase mixer speed to medium-high, beat about 3 minutes. With mixer on medium-high, add cream a few drops at a time until it’s all incorporated. Continue beating for 1 more minute until frosting is slightly lighter in color and creamy.
To assemble: Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread 1 cup of frosting over top. Top with other layer, use remaining frosting to frost top & sides of cake. Arrange 12 whole pecans on top of cake like the numbers on a clock face, sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans in between.
ROASTED LAMB WITH ASPARAGUS
Lamb:
1 leg of lamb or loin of lamb, about 4 to 5 pounds 5 garlic cloves, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups dry white wine
1 fresh bay leaf
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 to 5 sprigs fresh thyme
Cut small slits in meat of lamb with a sharp paring knife. Insert slice of the garlic into each slit. Place lamb in a large sealable plastic bag & add olive oil, 2 cups white wine, bay leaf, rosemary, thyme, salt, & pepper. Seal bag tightly, place in refrigerator to marinate for 12 hours.
Remove lamb from fridge the next day, at least 4 hours before roasting. Keep lamb sealed in marinade bag & allow it to come to room temperature.
Heat oven to 400 F. Remove lamb from bag with marinade. Place it on a rack in a roasting pan. Add 2 cups of wine. Roast for 1 1⁄2 hours or until thermometer reads 150 to 160 F. Baste with drippings while roasting. Serve warm.
Asparagus:
4 pounds of asparagus, remove woody ends
2 cups coarse bread crumbs
1 cup grated Romano cheese
2 tablespoons garlic powder
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 large eggs
Sea salt, to taste
Preheat oven to 400 F.
Place bread crumbs, cheese, garlic powder, & black pepper in a dish or bowl wide enough to hold the asparagus. Mix well to combine thoroughly.
Put eggs in another dish or bowl & beat well. Working in batches, dip spears into egg, making sure they are coated well. Immediately place them in bread crumb mixture & toss until each spear is fully coated. Transfer breaded asparagus to a large baking sheet.
Place the asparagus in the preheated oven & bake for 30 minutes or until the breading is browned & crispy.
Edith
Burgin, U.S. Army retired. Burgin’s brother, Wibur, began the museum in 1995. Shown are board members Alfred Johnson, Mike Elliott, Scott Bostic, Burgin’s wife Mickie, and Johnny Toms, the board’s chair and vice chair Pat Jobe and Rick Ledbetter are not shown along with Vicki Ledbetter, Judy
Amy
but not
Toney,
Edwards, Stuart Beam and Pat Nanney. Also shown are Jackson Cole, Troy Pritchard, Andy Cobb, Edward McCurry, Lisa Holland, Taylor Hardin, Uziel Solis, Edna and Adrian Solis, Kolton Caldwell, Dalton and Greysen Caldwell, Willow and Casey Caldwell, Shannon Bullock and Cindy Cobb.
Bridges from The Town of Forest City was also on hand
pictured.
Article Provided By: Pat Jobe. Pat Nanney Photo.
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Long Branch Road Baptist Church
621 Long Branch Rd. Forest City, NC We Invite You to Attend the Church of Your Choice
April 11 & 25
What: Free hotdog meal
When: April 11 & 25; Meal distribution begins at noon.
Where: Spindale United Methodist Church; 185 Mill St., Spindale
April 13
What: Easter egg hunt
When: April 13; 4-6pm
Where: Mount Vernon Baptist Church; 2676 Hudlow Rd., Forest City
More Info: Bounce houses, games, food, fellowship, Gospel presentation.
What: BBQ plate fundraiser meal for Africa mission team and Easter activities for kids and families
When: April 13; BBQ 12-5pm or until sold out; Easter activities 1-4pm
Where: The Barn Christian Fellowship; 590 US Hwy 74 Business, Bostic
More Info: Egg hunt, bounce house, games, cake walk, prizes and more!
What: Community Easter Celebration
When: April 13; 2pm
Where: Salem United Methodist Church, Bostic
More Info: Face painting, crafts, games, Easter egg hunt; refreshments. 828-2458518.
April 13-15
What: Logan Preaching Mission event
“Faith in the Public Square”
When: April 13;11am & 7pm. April 14; 7pm. April 15; 7pm.
Where: First United Methodist Church Rutherfordton; 264 N Main St, Rutherfordton.
More Info: Gary Mason, guest preacher. 828-287-3704.
April 16
What: Drive Thru Community Meal
When: April 16; 5pm
Where: Spindale United Methodist Church; 185 Mill St., Spindale
April 17
What: Maundy Thursday When: April 17; 6pm
Where: Spindale United Methodist Church; 185 Mill St., Spindale
More Info: In-person worship service.
April 18
What: Easter Egg Hunt
When: April 18; 6-8pm
Where: Long Branch Road Baptist Church; 621 Long Branch Rd., Forest City
More Info: Bring Easter basket. 828-2871408
April 19
What: Easter Egg Hunt
When: April 19; 10am-noon
Where: Prospect Baptist Church; 2610 Prospect Church Rd., Mooresboro
More Info: Enjoy games &lunch.
What: Gospel Bluegrass Singing When: April 19; 6pm
Where: Faith Baptist Church; 265 HYW 9 North, Mill Spring
More Info: Right Side from Shelby presenting Bluegrass Gospel Music.
April 20
What: Easter Sunrise Service When: April 20; 7am
Where: Prospect Baptist Church; 2610 Prospect Church Rd., Mooresboro
More Info: Breakfast to follow. Sunday School 9am, worship 10am.
April 20
What: Easter Sunrise Service When: April 20; service- 6:45am, breakfast- 7:15am, Sunday school- 8am, worship8:30am
Where: Long Branch Road Baptist Church; 621 Long Branch Rd., Forest City
More Info: 828-287-1408
April 27
What: Golden Valley Crusaders concert When: April 27; 2pm Where: Ellenboro Community Church More Info: No admission charge; love offering will be received.
Thru April 28
What: Bible Study
When: Through April 28; 6pm Where: Prospect Baptist Church; 2610 Prospect Church Rd., Mooresboro
More Info: New Bible Study “Christianity: Cults & Religions” by Paul Carder, led by Pastor Tim Elmore. Six week study every Monday. Meal provided.
May 9
What: Free community concert When: May 9; 7pm Where: Florence Baptist Church; Forest City
More Info: Featuring Palmetto Mastersingers, Sweet Adelaide’s and Cleveland Community Choir.
May 10
What: Yard Sale for Missions When: May 10; 7am until Where: Prospect Baptist Church; 2610 Prospect Church Rd., Mooresboro
More Info: Boston Butt sale pick up. Gun raffle. Concessions available.
1 DINING AREA
APRIL
Thru April 30
Spring Litter Sweep in Rutherford County!
When: April 7-30
More Info: Join Keep Rutherford County Beautiful in a county wide Litter Sweep! Contact the KRCB team for a preassembled Litter Kit for yourself or your group and help the fight against litter! 828289-3260 or krcb@rutherfordoutdoor.org
April 17
Coffee & Conversation Honoring: John Thomas Hill 100 year old WWII Navy
Veteran
When: April 17; 9:30-10:30am
Where: Rutherford County Veterans Services; 303 Fairground Rd., Spindale
April 26
Paint the Campus Blue
When: April 26; 10am
Where: Isothermal Community College, Spindale
ONGOING EVENTS
Volunteer Opportunities
When: Saturdays; 10am-12pm
Where: First Presbyterian Church, 438 W. Main St., Forest City
More Info: All ages & experience levels welcome.
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 Thursdays
Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club
Meeting
When: 6:30-7:30pm (except 5th Thurs.)
Where: Woodrow Jones Building, Rutherfordton
More Info: New members welcome, 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
What: American Legion member of Post 74 Forest City, Post 423 Henrietta or Post 437 Chimney Rock: pay membership dues at www.legion.org. Join the American Legion, contact Jimmy 704-8195862.
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.
Tuesdays
Cancer Support Group
When: 1st Tues. monthly 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.
Rutherford County Woodworkers Club
When: Every Fourth Tuesday Where: Rutherford County Annex, Rutherfordton More Info: 919-696-6064
Open Arms Substance Abuse When: Tuesdays 6-7pm Where: Highland Apartments Activity Center; 171 Butler Rd., Forest City
More Info: For those with substance abuse, parents or guardians of kids with substance abuse addictions. 828-305-1280.
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday!
Free clothes closet
When: 10am-4pm Where: 18-30 US74 Bus., Ellenboro
More Info: Weather permitting. Self service! Only take what you need, so we can keep the free clothes closet open. We also take donations! Clothes, toys, books.
April 10
Spring Games: Special Olympics
Rutherford County
When: April 10; 9am to 12pm
Where: R-S Central High School
More Info: Need volunteers. Rain date: 4/24.
Drive-Thru Food Pantry giveaway
When: April 10; 12-2pm
Where: Grahamtown Community Center; 129 First St., Forest City More Info: 828-229-3380.
More Info: $100/player (includes lunch). Prizes. Contact Sheila @ 828-248-3178 or scain@rutherfordhfh.org. Proceeds support ongoing rebuilding and recovery efforts for those affected by Hurricane Helene.
April 12
Easter Egg Hunt
When: April 12; 1-4pm
Where: Tri-City Mall, Forest City
More Info: Food, music, games & more. 12-1pm pictures with the Easter Bunny!
April 14
Rutherfordton Garden Club carpool for a field trip to Luneau Holistic Wellness Greenhouse
When: April 14; 9:30am
Where: Meet at Rutherfordton Clubhouse
More Info: Meeting with Tammy Drummond-Rowland. The visit will focus on herbs and the benefits of herbal wellness. For more info, find the club on social media as “Rutherfordton Garden Club”.
More Info: Rutherford County Veterans Services along with elected officials will be honoring John T. Hill, a Rutherford County WWII veteran to celebrate his 100th birthday.
April 19
Forest City Easter Bash
When: April 19; 1-3pm
Where: 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Easter bunny, food, activities. Free ice cream for first 150 kids under 12.
RoCo Eggstravaganza
When: April 19; 10am
Where: Main Street & Central Street; Rutherfordton
More Info: Crafts on sidewalk of Main Street. Participating businesses provide treat filled eggs. Maps of participating businesses at craft stations for participants to collect eggs & map stamps from each business then redeem at craft tables for entry into giveaways.
CHASE FFA Alumni annual FARM
DAY
When: April 19; 10am - 3pm
Where: Rutherford County Livestock Education Facility (Old Shiloh School); 318 Big Island Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: Live animals, food, live music, vendors, silent auction, activities for kids and adults. All donations benefit CHASE FFA Members through scholarships.
April 22
Earth Day Litter Sweep
When: April 22; 10am
Where: Rutherford Outdoor Coalition
Office, 115 N. Oak St., Spindale
More Info: Litter sweep along Thermal Belt Rail Trail. Trash bags, gloves, visibility vests and grabbers provided. Register: https://forms. gle/2zxahWueCpPxGHrZ8
MAY & BEYOND
May 2
Forest City Kiwanis Club Shoot
When: May 2; 8am
Where: Cleghorn Gun Club; 1887 Union Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: $150/person. Breakfast, prizes, 50/50 raffle. Sponsor opportunities: Rick 912-393-4164. All proceeds for local youth.
Animal Fair Fundraiser benefiting Foothills Humane Society
When: May 4; 12-4pm
Where: Caitlyn Farms; Mill Spring, 286
A R Thompson Rd, Mill Spring
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May 10
Marine Corps League Golf Tournament
When: May 10
Where: Forest City Golf Course
More Info: BBQ plates & sandwiches
More Info: Free Community Event. Learn more about the opportunities at ICC while having fun with your family. Wearing blue and joining us for a fun-filled family day.
Small Business Vendor Fair
When: April 26; 10am-2pm
Where: Business Services parking lot; Isothermal Community College
More Info: Vendor fee, $25; contact Rebecca at rhaney@isothermal.edu to reserve. Public invited. Food trucks onsite.
Where: Foundation Performing Arts Center, Isothermal Community College; Spindale
April 29
Job Fair
When: April 29; 2-5pm
Where: Isothermal Community College; Foundation building, Spindale
More Info: Connect with employers and explore opportunities.
sold. $240/team (includes Mulligan pkg). Proceeds to needy Rutherford County Veterans fund. Troy: 828-447-8526 or teeroy999@gmail.com.
Rogers, aged 97, of Daytona Beach, FL, formerly of Rutherfordton, passed away March 28, 2025.
1927, in Shelby, she was the daughter of P. E. and Annie Belle Bridges. She was a wife to Welford L. Rogers and a mother to Jimmy, Johnny, and Carol.
Ruth was a graduate of Mars Hill College, a member of the First Baptist Church of Rutherfordton of which she attended for more than 70 years.
She dedicated her time to genealogical organizations including the Daughters of the Revolution and Colonial Dames. She also enjoyed her many years of active membership in the Rutherfordton Garden Club and Rutherford Hospital Auxiliary.
Ruth was predeceased in death by her husband Welford L. Rogers and her sons James W. And John W. Rogers.
She is survived by her daughter Carol (Dan) Shields, four granddaughters and several grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
She was also predeceased by her parents P. E. Bridges and Annie Belle, sisters Louise Bridges, Marilyn Craig, JohnnieRae Bridges, Joyce Garner, brothers Phillip Edward Bridges and M. Scott Bridges. Visitation was held April 8 at McMahan’s Funeral Home followed by
Carolyn Olivia Woodward Migues
Carolyn Olivia Woodward Migues, age 84, of Mooresboro, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025. Carolyn was born, August 18, 1940 in New Iberia, LA to the late Thomas Allen Woodward and Nanny Geraldine Kemp Woodward. She worked for her family-owned construction company in Mansfield, LA for many years. She held the distinction of being a volunteer for the Red Cross for over 50 years. Carolyn was a gifted artist and was known for her custom-made walking sticks.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Teddy Paul Marshall Migues and a brother, Tommy A. Woodward, Jr.
Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter, Vicki MiguesJordan (Mary) of Baltimore, Maryland; sons, JC Migues
When Jesus was calling his disciples, He challenged them to take up their cross and follow Him. That same call rings out today for God’s people to whole heartedly follow the Lord. A few years back, there was a missionary speaking at our church. He was sharing his burden for a country in South American and had prepared a presentation about the spiritual needs of the people. I remember him showing a picture of the local market where people bought their daily provisions. One of vendors at the market had a sign that read, “Cheap Crosses For Sale.” One of the comments I often hear from pastors is that it has become increasingly harder to find committed members. People want the benefits that Christianity offers, but they are not willing to pay the price. For lack of better words, they want a “cheap cross.” They desire the assurance of heaven, answered prayer, the social interaction of the church and help whenever they need it, but they are not willing to sacrifice their own personal agenda for Christ’s sake. There was nothing cheap about the Cross that Jesus carried. It cost Him everything! He was willing to put aside His God-like attributes
Cremation Services is serving the family.
Ted Rollins
Ted Rollins, age 81, of Forest City, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025.
Ted was born July 17, 1943 in Cramerton, NC to the late Daniel C. Rollins and Vesta Henderson Rollins.
He worked for J.C Cowan (Burlington Industries) for many years before retirement.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Jack Rollins, Don Rollins, Bill Rollins, Margaret Babnew, JoAnn Hewitt, Brenda Latham and Wanda Conner.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 61 years, Patsy Ayers Rollins; daughter, Angie Bumgardner (Steve) of Forest City; son, Darrell Rollins (Frankie) of Grover; sister, Gail Trunk of New Bern, grandson, Gaither Rollins (Sarah);
and become a servant to all. He suffered every pain that any human could ever suffer and much more. From the deep sorrow of grief, loneliness, hunger, weariness, betrayal and rejection plus the physical torture that He went through, He was willing to pay the price for mankind’s redemption. Jesus calls each of his followers to take up their cross and follow Him whatever the cost.
The late Mr. B.B. McKinney put this thought into the song, “Wherever He Leads I’ll Go.”
“Take up thy cross and follow Me,” I heard my Master say;
“I gave My life to ransom thee, Surrender your all today.”
Wherever He leads I’ll go, Wherever He leads I’ll go; I’ll follow my Christ who loves me so, Wherever He leads I’ll go.
Spindale, NC 28160.
An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
Mike Hollars
Mike Hollars, age 60, of Ellenboro, died Friday, April 4, 2025.
Mike was born August 29, 1964 to the late Jack Hollars and Arthuren Georgia Smathers Hollars. He attended Chase Baptist Church prior to his illness. Mike loved to build and worked various jobs showcasing his carpentry skills over the years.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 21 years, Brenda Hollars; children, Ashley Griffey (Dawyer), Amanda Warren, Cassie Warren, Timothy Hollars, serving the family.
Wilson Mancipe
Wilson Fernando Mancipe, age 51, of Forest City, husband of Susan and son of Jose Mancipe of Colombia and Maria Parra De Mancipe of Forest City, passed away Friday, April 4, 2025.
Wilson was a native of Bogotá Colombia, worked as a plumber, was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Forest City, and a member of the Knights of Columbus.
In addition to his wife and parents, Wilson is survived by his children David, Camilo, Julian, Andrei and Valerie, sisters; Maribell, Lucy and Lizeth and a number of nieces and nephews.
A funeral mass will be conducted 11am Saturday, April 12 at Immaculate
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July 22, 1947-April 3, 2025.
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Cassie Szymanski, who departed this life at the age of 77.
Born in Austria during the turmoil of World War II, Cassie came into this world under the most difficult of circumstances, in a work camp. In 1957, she immigrated to the United States with her parents in search of a better life. She arrived speaking only Polish, and through strength, determination, and grace, she learned English and embraced a new culture while holding tight to her heritage.
She was the mother of Traci Milliken (spouse Aaron Morris) and the grandmother of Zach Wilson (spouse Sydney), Ryan Wilson, and Cayden Wilson and great-grandchild, Finnegan Wilson.
Above all else, she loved her family and the Lord with every fiber of her being. Her faith guided her lifer.
A celebration of her life was held April 9 at Immaculate Conception Church in Forest City.
Crowe’s Mortuary is assisting the Szymanski family.
Cassie Szymanski
Cassie Szymanski;
Kaytlyn Wilson of Stanley, Brittany Brown (Christopher Edwards) of Stanley, and Jacob Brown of Shelby, a grandson, Quinn Amor, a brother, Jay Wilson (Dovie) of Forest City, and a sister, Ona Webb (Jeff) of Boiling Springs, SC.
Born June 8, 1963, in Key West, FL, Richard was the son of the late J.C. Wilson and Darlene Faircloth Wilson. Richard worked at Tribal Manufacturing for over 30 years.
To sign the guest book, go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Dennis Warlick
Dennis Warlick, age 79, of Forest City, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025.
Dennis was born July 26, 1945, to the late James Frank Warlick and Callie Robbins Warlick. He
Lynch, of Forest City; and a number of nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be conducted at 1:30pm Thursday, April 10 at Florence Baptist Church with Rev. Daniel Selman officiating. Interment will follow in the Eternal Hills Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the church for one hour prior to the service time.
Memorial Donations can be made to the Florence Baptist Church Building Fund at 201 S. Broadway St., Forest City, NC 28043, or to PAWS of Rutherford County, PO Box 339, Lake Lure, NC 28746. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com.
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
Mae Drawdy and Marie Bozarth.
Left to cherish his memory are his son, David Drawdy; daughters, Cher Auton (Tim) and Phaedra “Shea” Drawdy; son, David Fredell (Jennifer); several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Bo Drawdy.
He enjoyed watching wrestling, playing cards, camping, and going to the Beach. He loved all things chocolate, smoking his pipe, being outside, fellowship at church, shooting pool and drinking coffee.
Private Services will be held at a later date.
Memorial tributes may be made at www. rsmorganfsl.com. Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.
There are street festivals, yard sales, town events, upcoming movie nights in Rutherfordton and Forest City, fundraisers and a lot of other interesting events.
Here at Rutherford Weekly, as you probably know, we publish a Community Events Calendar and Church Calendar each week to try to keep you informed of what’s going on around you.
Let us know a week or two before the event to meet so we can get it on the calendars and make our plans, too.
A couple of the events caught my attention recently, including the Paint the Campus Blue at Isothermal Community College Saturday, April 26.
Extension specialists, Environmental Health, and others will be on hand for the workshop. Register at: https://rutherford.ces. ncsu.edu/.../starting-anc.../...
Whether you are thinking about launching a food truck, selling at festivals, bottling a family recipe for salsa, or creating pet treats from your kitchen - this workshop will be helpful to you. Sounds fun, to me. According to the Cooperative Extension the Town of Rutherfordton is actively planning with Ruff’ton Roots Community Garden to develop a commercial kitchen space as part of the new Town Hall complex in the former Rutherfordton Elementary School on Maple Street. These workshops
games, prizes, giveaways and all kinds of fun will be offered.
Back to Paint the Campus Blue, this is a good opportunity to show ICC pride by wearing blue and joining the college for a fun-filled family day April 26 from 10am to 2pm. Activities include a Science Show with Mr. Science (free); a vendor fair, dunking booth, inflatables, outdoor games, and again, food trucks, lake fishing, Disc Golf Challenge/ Basketball/Pickleball, music, and much more. Head out to some of these community events, connect with one another and share in good food and fellowship. Have fun, ya’ll. Contact Jean: gordonjean211@gmail. com
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N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) employees first provided access to citizens impacted by Hurricane Helene by cutting their way through forests of downed trees.
Six months after the most destructive storm in state history, NCDOT employees and dedicated industry partners continue working for the residents, businesses and visitors of western North Carolina.
The emergency has passed, but not the urgency.
NCDOT has reopened 90% of the roads damaged by the hurricane. Crews have repaired or replaced 270 bridges and 870
Impressive NCDOT Efforts Continue After Helene
culverts and reopened Interstate 40 connecting North Carolina and Tennessee.
“Lives were forever changed by this storm,”
NCDOT Division 13 Engineer Tim Anderson said.
“Local NCDOT staff, NCDOT staff from other divisions and our contract partners have completed a great deal of emergency repairs and we will not stop.”
Crews worked through the winter, with limited daylight and in freezing temperatures. On some days, NCDOT crews worked on Helene repairs in the morning then worked snow and ice operations later the
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same day.
“We knew right away when this storm hit that we needed to do all we could to get these roads ready for winter. Our crews did a great job in the fall, and the winter was indeed a challenge,” NCDOT Division 11 Engineer Michael Poe said. “With spring now coming, we’re really excited about the next six months and what we’ll accomplish in that timeframe.”
Reopening I-40 to one lane in each direction provides area residents with a critical connection to
both states and long-range drivers a better route to transport cargo. Although slight delays are common as traffic merges into one lane, a drive through the Pigeon River Gorge shows the devastating damage, the incredible efforts of NCDOT and its partners to date, and the immense task ahead.
“We are happy to have I-40 open and operating in a limited capacity, and we also know that tonsliterally thousands of tons - of work remains to restore I-40 completely,” NCDOT Division 14 Engineer
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Basketball camps announced at ICC
The 2025 Isothermal Patriot Basketball Camps at Isothermal Community College with Isothermal’s Ken Hines leading the camps.
The camp is designed for students to develop basketball skills and grow a continued sense of team building. Participants do not need to have experience playing basketball to participate.
Dates for rising 3rd to 5th graders (current 2nd-4th grade) is June 16-19 from 9am to 3pm in the Student Center Building gym. Camp for rising 6th-8th grade students (current 5th-7th grade) is June 23-26 also from 9am to 3pm in the gym
The registration fee is $60 per participant. If there are multiple children in the same household, the first participant’s fee is $60, and additional kids are $55 each. Once the participant has been accepted to the camp, full payment will be due. Acceptance emails will be sent to the parent/guardian email address(es) provided in the registration form. Payment due dates are June 11 for grades 3-5 and June 18 for grades 6-8.
More information and applications can be found at www. isothermal.edu/camps/patriotcamp.
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Wesley Grindstaff said.
“Our employees and our contractors are up to the challenge for the benefits of our residents and interstate commerce.”
I-40 is one of several corridors in the region where the current conditions are temporary.
Yancey County highways along the Toe, Cane and Nolichucky Rivers have drivers on them daily. Like the temporary road from Bat Cave to Chimney Rock, they were gravel paths at first, then expanded to one-lane gravel roads. Now, they’re topped with pavement, lane markings and wide enough for two trucks to pass sideby-side.
In other areas, temporary bridges or culverts provide folks with necessary accommodations - including more than 40 locations where former railcars have been repurposed as bridges.
“We’ve been working hard over the winter to get bridges designed and ready
to construct,” Poe said. “And over the next few months we’ll start seeing some of those get off the ground.”
NCDOT has the remaining, permanent repairs in the works - either in a planning, design or in some cases, a construction phase. NCDOT entered into alternative delivery contracts to restore critical corridors in Yancey and Mitchell counties, through Gerton, Bat Cave and Chimney Rock, and for I-40 in the gorge.
“NCDOT and its many partners have responded to this historic event with unprecedented collaboration and resolve, and the progress we’ve made in just six months is nothing short of amazing,” NCDOT Chief Engineer Lamar Sylvester said. “We have a lot of work ahead of us, but are encouraged by this start and look forward to seeing even more progress over the construction season ahead.”
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ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you. Full Lawnmower Service, Cars & Tractors. Honest & Reliable. (704) 300-2332
BUSINESS SERVICES
SPRING TIME IS COMING!
Offering all types of Home Repair. Landscaping, Hot Water Heaters, Install Ceiling Fans, Mini Blinds and much more. Call or Text today (704) 6924449
REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Buy! Sell! We Make It Easy! Looking to buy your dream home? Sell for top dollar? Expert Negotiation, Market Insights, Hassle-Free Transactions. Your real estate goals are our priority. Let’s make it happen! Call Helen Curtis, Broker at 828-4292385 Tiptop Realty, LLC helen-curtis@att.net Serving Rutherford and Cleveland County for 21 years. Your Home, Your Future—We’re Here to Help! (828) 429-2385 helen-curtis@att.net
FOR REASONABLE RATE
LAWN SERVICE. Call (704) 472-4737
JIM’S PAINTING SERVICE. Painting, roofing, tile floors, decks, staining. Free estimates. Now is the time to paint outside! Ask for Jim 828-429-7511.
STUMP GRINDING. HAULING MULCH, ROCK AND DIRT. 828-429-1102 or 828-429-4742.
LOT CLEARING. TREE WORK INCLUDING DANGER TREES. FREE ESTIMATES. 828-4291102 or 828-429-4742.
D&D LANDSCAPING. We offer complete Lawn Care. Very reasonably priced! Based in Cherryville. Also serving surrounding areas. We offer discounts for seniors and veterans. Please give us a call for a quote! (704) 530-1237 smithdamien47@yahoo.com
CLEVELAND COUNTY GA-
RAGE DOORS. Summer Tuneup Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704472-9367.
AUCTIONS
ESTATE AUCTION Gerald Brown (Deceased). ONLINE ONLY - 2 Auctions different days. 1st Auction - Lots start to close on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 @ 6:00 pm. 2nd
Auction - Lots start to close on Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 @ 6 pm. PREVIEW: Tuesday, April 15th, - 10 am till 6:00 pm. Address: 334 Holbert Rd., Hendersonville, NC 28791; WWW.EJ-AUCTION.COM; Partial Listing: Hand Tools, Mowers, Antiques, Generators, Air Compressors and so much more!
EDWARD JOHNSON AUCTIONEERS, INC; NC8134 NC8496 (828) 593-9649
YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
BIG YARD SALE. Sat., April 12th, 2025 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM. 909 Langston Drive, Heritage Oaks, Shelby, NC 28152
YARD SALE. Sat., April 12th, 8:30AM-until. No early birds! Men’s and Children’s clothing, Women’s Summer Dresses, Shoes, Pocketbooks, Wall Pictures. 4501 E Dixon Blvd, Shelby, NC 28152
YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
3 FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., Apr 12th, 8 am-12 pm. (In Wildwood Pines) 131 Laren Pines, Shelby, NC 28152
2 FAMILIES. Sat., April 12th, 7-12, Home Decor’, few furniture items, household and etc. Proceeds go to Mission Trip. 1103 Mark Dr, Shelby, NC 28152
YARD SALE. at Parker Hannifin in Forest City on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 7:00AM1:00PM! 203 Pine Street, Forest City, NC 28043
GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, APRIL 12 9AM-2PM. Behind old white house. Variety of antiques, furniture, clothes, collectibles, movies/CDs, dryer, antique sink, other items. 6652 Highway 64/74A, Lake Lure, NC 28746
FOR SALE
CRATES FOR PLANTER BOXES, or Many Other Uses. Various Sizes. Some with Lids. $25 to $35 each. They are going fast ... will not be anymore. (704) 300-1818
POOL TABLE AND ALL EQUIPMENT. Used pool table and equipment for sale - excellent condition. Italian slate table base, individual pockets, 8’ long. Unknown brand. Gently used. Wall hanger for pool cues. $700. (828) 429-5485 ships.stroll.8p@icloud.com
2 ASHTON DRAKE COLLECTIBLE DOLLS. Call for info, (828) 223-0074
12,000 WATT GENERAC STAND-BY GENERATOR. Outside unit only. No transfer switch, $500; 250-lb 3-point hitch fertilizer spreader, $250. (704) 472-9995
BOBCAT 328 EXCAVATOR with a new Final Drive. Good for construction or farm use. $15,000. 704-472-4536.
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
FOR SALE
OVERSIZED COUCH LOVESEAT AND CHAIR. $300 CASH. (704) 477-2627
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
LAND FOR SALE. $28,000 for .83 acre lot in a great neighborhood. The neighborhood is near the airport in Shelby, very close to Crest schools. No HOA in neighborhood and more than suitable for a nice build. (704) 860-8946 yajudd@gmail.com
USED BOOKS. Christian/ Religious-Spiritual material never grows old or outdated. Add a book section to your retail store or online site. Both paper and hardbacks, featuring topical, commentary, theology and research. Estimated count is 3500 books. An excellent opportunity at only $3500. Please, no culling or partial sales. No delivery, but you may come and look before purchase. (704) 915-0594
GUNS AND AMMNO 4245 rounds,22 LR.- $336, 400 rounds-9 mm.-$80, 125 rounds-12 G.-$42, Mossberg 22 Mag. Bolt action Rifle with scope -$250, Mossberg Pump 12 ga.-$250. Winchester 36 gun digital safe, H 59” W 30” D 22”- $500. Buyer must move. Call 980-341-9332.
KOBOTA ZERO TURN LAWNMOWER. ZG23, 54 in. cut. $2,800. 704-481-0925 or 704692-4601.
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
J JOHNSON SALES. Steel Buildings, Carports, Garages. Large On-site Display. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895
FOR SALE
2013 MODEL MOPED SCOOTER. 50cc, burgundy color, good condition. MUST SEE $600. (704) 692-9117
DINING ROOM $500 Alexander Julian dining table with 2 leafs and 4 chairs. Also a a China cabinet. (704) 477-2627 chrisallen1308@gmail.com
SUNSETTER AWNING FOR SALE. Used and worn, but still usable. First reasonable offer. 704-300-8201.
BOFLEX MAX TRAINER USED. $350 GREAT CONDITION. STILL USE IT BUT CAN’T TAKE IT WITH ME. (704) 477-2627 CHRISALLEN1308@GMAIL.COM
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
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
LIKE NEW TIRES/WHEELS. $1800.00. Bridgestone Dueller A/T LT275/65R20 tires mounted on 20” black rims. Set of 4. Approximately 500 miles. Off a new 2024 Ford F250. (704) 4737092 cdamwm@yahoo.com
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) 2455895
MAUSOLEUM FOR SALE. in Cleveland Memorial Park. For 2 people. 704-476-0682. 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
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FOR SALE
THE KINGS MOUNTAIN HOUSING AUTHORITY. KINGS MOUNTAIN HOUSING AUTHORITY IS SELLING (2) 60” TORO LAWN MOWERS, 40 HOURS ON ONE AND 41 HOURS ON THE OTHER. WILL TAKE BIDS STARTING AT $5,500 EACH; (1) 7-8 FEET TRAILER-HIGHEST BID. BIDDING WILL CLOSE ON FRIDAY, APRIL 18 2025 AT 5PM. TO VIEW OR BID EMAIL VWILLIAMS@KINGSMOUNTAINHA.ORG (704) 739-2816 EXT. 6 VWILLIAMS@KINGSMOUNTAINHA.ORG
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
WANT TO BUY
WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.
WANT TO BUY CARS& TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 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
TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call (704) 4720006
FARM & GARDEN
HAY FOR SALE 1/2 Bales-$3, Square-$6, Round -$20 & $30. 919 Bethlehem Church Rd. Grover, NC 704-418-1744. (704) 418-1744
KOI FISH FOR SELL. Koi fish; all colors; short and long fin; 4”-10”; $3-$5. We are wholesalers; call for availability. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@ gmail.com
FORD TRACTOR MODEL
1910. 3 cylinder diesel, front loader, 3 point hitch, wet lines, needs minor work. $5500. 828289-1817.
FARM & GARDEN
HONEY BEES: This years swarms, $140 in your hives. Call or text 828-980-1823. Also new gloves, hats & veils $10 each.
18’ CENTER CONSOLE SEAARK 1860 PRO YAMAHA Jet Drive Outboard. Garmin electronics including livescope, 24 volt mini Kota Terrova. $13,000. 704-418-2869. 1994 BAYLINER FOR SALE. 19 ft. Boat and Trailer. 120 merk cruiser. $3000. 704-616-0217.
PETS & LIVESTOCK
GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES $400. Parents on site. Sire 105 lbs. Mostly black in color. (910) 644-2860 hannahs_mom100@yahoo.com
FREE PUPPIES. Anatolian Shepherd 3 months old, has shots and wormed. 704-4732897, 704-472-4246.
PLATINUM PARTI MORKIE. Beautiful, sweet baby, MALE, Vet examined, vaccinated. Two free 30 day pet health insurance policies. Reduced. Text please 980-422-6901 (980) 422-6901 thinking12341234@ yahoo.com
YORKIE PUPPIES. Born 2/8/2025. CKC registered and vetted. Call or text for more information 803-982-0402 (803) 818-8765 horsecraz75@gmail. com
FULL BLOODED GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. 8 weeks old. 3 males, 1 female, had shots & wormed. $800 each. 828-980-0179.
THREE CHIWEENIE PUPPIES
READY APRIL 16. 2 males, 1 female. Have one set of shots and dewormed. $350 each. 704-466-6983.
TOY & MINI AUSSIES. Male & female. Assorted colors. Shots and wormed. Paper trained. Fully weaned. Parents on premises. 828-289-6756.
2004 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE 4 Door Sedan. One owner 372,000 miles. Car is in good condition with good tires. Could be a good derby car but needs engine. $500 (704) 472-0554
2013 KIA SORENTO Second owner purchased in 2015. Due to a recall, the engine was replaced, so the actual engine miles is 40,000 miles. Very Clean Car. Backup Camera. Sirius Radio. New Tires. Only $6500. Serious calls or text only please! (704) 692-0228
1997 CHEVROLET C/K 2500 Original 204,218 miles. Call/ Message for price and more information. Diesel. 4WD. 6.5L Turbo. Original title in hand. (704) 473-9866
1998 FORD MUSTANG Coupe. Blue. Clean Inside & Out. No Tears or Cracks in the Interior. New Tires. New Brakes. Full Tune-Up. 120,000 Original Miles. Runs Great! $7000 Or Best Cash Offer. Contact Bryan at (704) 460-3462
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’’ diameter, 20 ft. long, schedule 40, $30 each. 828-289-1817.
CARS & TRUCKS
1992 CHEVROLET SILVERADO SWB. Rebuilt transmission, new torque converter, 2WD, black. $2,100. 828-2230233
2015 HONDA ODYSSEY Don’t Wait! 202,000 miles. New battery & alternator. Runs great & looks good! (828) 2230074
CAMPERS
2021 GRAND DESIGN TRANSCEND XPLORER. 231 RK, 29 feet long, elecric slideout/ awning, excellent condition, queen bed, 2 TVs, Thomas Payne recliner sofa, kitchen table converts to bed. $19,500. 828-447-7331
24 FT FOREST RIVER SURVEYOR. Gently used & lightweight. Designed for comfort & functionality for 2-4 people. Slide out, outside kitchen, 2 TVs, 6.88 barrel ceiling, storage galore, fully stocked. $17,000. (828) 245-8159
28 FT. 1984 PACE ARROW
$9,895. Set up as a tiny home in a RV park. Must be moved by a flatbed. 828-453-0828.
MOTORCYCLES & ATVS
2015 HARLEY SPORTSTER. No dents, scratches or dropped! Low miles. Clean title. 1200 motor. Ready to ride! $7,000 negotiable. Call 704466-1859 or 704-472-0448
2009 ULTRA CLASSIC . HARLEY DAVIDSON, 6700 original miles $10, 000. (704) 692-0977
VACATIONS
BEACH HOUSE AT OCEAN LAKES. Sleeps 6. Weeks available. Call 704-472-6611
NEWLY RENOVATED BEACH HOUSE in OCEAN LAKES. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 4, golf cart. Weeks and weekends. Call nights only.704-472-5182
REAL ESTATE
POLK COUNTY
POLK COUNTY, SUNNYVIEW, NC. For sale by owner. Convenient location. 3.62 acre, wooded residential lot. $50,680. No text or email. Call (828) 429-3287
REAL ESTATE
MECKLENBURG COUNTY
ROOM FOR RENT - PADSPLIT. Renting a PadSplit room in Charlotte is affordable, flexible, and convenient starting at $750 a month. Enjoy all-inclusive pricing, furnished spaces, prime locations, and hassle-free living with no long-term commitments. Use promo code CLTROOM1 for $100 off your first month. (704) 387-3291 andrew@padsplit.com
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
2/2 RENT TO OWN -OWNERFINANCE!! MOBILE HOME FOR RENT-TO-OWN. MAKE HOME OWNERSHIP A REALITY!! NEW ROOF AND WINDOWS, ! W/D HOOK UPS. LOT RENT, SEPTIC, AND TRASH INCLUDED!! $7500 DOWN AND $928.52/MO. RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 (727) 743-4908 CRAIG@ BLUERIDGEMOBILEHOMEPARK.COM
RENT-TO-OWN MOBILE HOME 3B/2B. 323 Whiteside Rd., Rutherfordton. $1134/mo. Fully remodeled & spacious 3/2 Mobile Home with/large lot, central air and heat, off street parking. $1134/month includes lot rent, septic and trash! $10,000 down. Contact by email only craig@ blueridgemobilehomepark.com
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT. $750 to $900 per month. (828) 2348147
2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 739-0259
HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby. (704) 487-6354
LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 482-7723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@RPMMANAGED.COM
LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 2 and 3 bedroom Townhomes. Rent is based on income (and even some expenses are deducted). Call or visit today! 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC or call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 487-1114
MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299
135-12 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. NC. New Single wide. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1375, Deposit $1375. App fee, $25 per adult. 704214-4180
1624-4 SOUTH POST ROAD Shelby, NC. Camper. Rent $975, Deposit $975. Includes power and water. App. Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.
1003-B MARK DRIVE, SHELBY, NC. Apartment, top floor,
