Twenty-nine years ago Coach Norman Aiken began a basketball camp in Spindale that he would only dream about when he was a young boy in Spindale. As a sixth grader, Aiken remembers his friends talking about going to basketball camp. The fee was $60 and much too high for Aiken’s parents to afford.
“I remember sitting on the front porch crying because I couldn’t go,” he said. “I always wanted to go.”
After graduating from Gardner-Webb where he played basketball, Aiken began making plans for a free camp for children.
“I didn’t want other children to feel like I did,” he said.
Aiken has begun his 30th year with the Rutherford County Schools where he is a Special Education teacher for children K-5th grade.
He took a few moments while packing his office for the move from Rutherfordton to Ellenboro Elementary to talk about Camp
attended this year’s camp, including three of Aiken and his wife Dianne’s grandchildren. Their oldest grandchild, a senior in high school, began camp at age 4.
“I love this. Oh my goodness...this is what God has called me to do,” he said.
“I’m still going and I will still be going until the Lord tells me to stop.”
Tonja Pratt’s grandson Declan Pratt, nine, a student at Forrest Hunt Elementary School, was among campers. “He (Aiken) taught more than just about basketball, dribbling, trying to shoot and guarding...and the basics of basketball. He taught them
said.
The camp is possible each year due to multiple sponsors that also provided gifts to the campers.
“They were awarded shoes, medals, shirts, school supplies and athletic wear,” said Pratt.
Every aspect of the camp was possible because of donations, sponsors and the desire in Aiken’s heart that no child in Spindale or Rutherford County would have to sit on the porch and cry because there
Penny Logan commented on social media to Aiken and his wife, “You always come through for the kids. We really appreciate you.”
While not teaching Special Education for Rutherford County Schools students, hosting basketball camps, and coaching basketball at Chase High School, Aiken pastors New Zion Baptist Church in Henrietta.
Camp is over for 2024, but Aiken has already begun planning for the next camp.
“I’m getting ready for camp the next day (after camp ends),” he said.
Grandchildren helping at camp.
Approximately 150 attended the 2024 camp.
Norman Aiken and wife Dianne Aiken. Declan Pratt.
Basketball camp action shots.
Hot Nights & Cool Rides Car Show comes to Forest City Friday
Charles Durand, 83, is returning to the Hot Nights & Cool Rides Car Show Friday and Saturday (Aug. 17 & 18) and is bringing his newly purchased 1956 Crown Victoria, hoping perhaps to win Best of Show.
Durand is a frequent visitor to Forest City and said he always wins his particular class, but hasn’t won Best of Show.
He’s hopeful. So are dozens of other car, truck and motorcycle owners who will show-off their vehicles at the 32nd annual show in downtown Forest City starting Friday.
Although the drive from Augusta, Georgia, where Durand resides is three hours, he still comes to Forest City.
“We have a great time and really enjoy all the cars downtown, all in one location,” he said. He also enjoys visiting the shops, eating chicken salad at the drug store and meeting new friends.
If the weather is not as hot as in recent years, Durand said, “that will be a blessing.” He remembers some of the shows in the past when it was extremely hot.
“I enjoy coming to Forest City,” he said. “We have a good time and have met so many nice, special people,” he said.
Recognized as one of the largest car shows in the Southeast, the 32nd Hot Nights & Cool Rides is sponsored by the Forest City Merchants Association and the Town of Forest City. Each year thousands flock to Forest City on the third weekend in August to enjoy cars, music, food and reuniting with friends.
Already over 400 cars, trucks, and motorcycles are registered and 80 different car classes recognized for the show.
To kick off this year’s event, a free cruise in and concert will be on Friday, August 16 from 6pm-9:30pm at the Forest City Pavilion on Park Square (POPS).
The Ocean Blvd Band will take the stage at 7:30pm. Even without a car to enter into the show, everyone is invited to POPS to enjoy the live music and to visit with family and friends. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and shagging dance skills.
Folks participating in the cruise-in are asked to park on either side of the Rutherford County Farmers Market. Volunteers will be on hand to assist show cars with parking. Main Street restaurants, local food trucks, and the POPS concession stand will provide delicious food and snack items. Parking for the public is along historic Main Street and in the free, municipal lots between Main Street and Trade Street.
via Main Street/ McNair Drive and Main Street/ Elizabeth Avenue. Parking will also be available in the large, grassy area across the street from First Baptist Church.
Main Street restaurants along with other food vendors will be serving a variety of food items. True Oldies Downtown Radio WAGY will be broadcasting live throughout the day. Businesses are open all day. The trophy ceremony will begin at 7pm on the stage at the Main Street/
New this year is “Pit Road/Vendor Alley.” A large variety of vendors, including arts/crafts, home-based businesses, commercial businesses, community organizations, sports groups, school groups, political groups, and church groups will be set up inside POPS during the car show on Saturday. For more info contact Amy Bridges at 828-4471730 or 828-248-5200 or visit www.townofforestcity. com.
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NASHVILLE – MEMPHIS TOUR TOUR
OCTOBER 16-19, 2024
We invite you to join us on this exciting tour to two of the best destinations in the country! Plus...fall is a beautiful time to travel....
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
*Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation
*Three nights first class hotel accomodations
Two nights at the luxury Drury Inn in Memphis and one at the fabulous Opryland Resort in Nashville
Folks wishing to register their car can do so on Friday, August 16 from 2-8pm at Main Street Meeting, 108 East Main Street. Registration continues Saturday, August 17 from 9am-12pm. Registration is $30 per vehicle and includes a commemorative t-shirt. Main Street will close at 7am Saturday to everyone but show cars. Volunteers will be on hand to assist show cars with parking. Intersections must remain open throughout the day. Spectators are asked to park in municipal lots between Main Street and Trade Street and in the municipal lots around POPS. Spectators can access Trade Street
*Admission to Graceland (the home, airplanes and the Elvis Presley Museum)
*Tour of Sun Sound Studios
*Tour of the Memphis Rock & Soul Museum
*City tour of Memphis
*Reserved Seats to the Grand Ole Opry
*Sightseeing tour in Nashville
*Lunch at Brooks Shaw Old Country Store
*Three full buffet breakfasts
All this and much more! ONLY $869 PER PERSON (DOUBLE OCCUPANCY)
For more information or reservations contact Toney
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Ocean Blvd Band will perform at the 2024 Hot Nights & Cool Rides Car Show Kickoff Friday, August 16 at Forest City Pavilion On Park Square - POPS. The free cruise-in starts at 6pm and the band takes the stage at 7:30pm. Photo Contributed.
Charles Durand in his 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible returns to the car show this year in a newest classic — a 1956 Crown Victoria. The 83-year-old Augusta, Georgia resident is a frequent to Hot Nights & Cool Nights show. Photo Contributed.
Main Street in Historic Forest City will be a showplace for classic cars, trucks and motorcycles this weekend. Jan B. Cook Photo.
FREE admission for Seniors over 55.
Peanut butter and saltine cracker donations accepted for the Leona Neal Senior Center
FREE admission for First Responders FREE admission for Youth through College age fans wearing a team jersey
FREE admission for Veterans & Active Military Special Recognition throughout the day
Rutherford County Library System Bookmobile Public Stops
First Tuesday, 2:30am— Hudlow Fire Department
First Wednesday, 11:00am—
TP Food & Fuel (Ellenboro)
First Wednesday, 2:30pm— Union Mills Learning Center
First Friday, 2:00pm—Mount Vernon Cubbard
Second Wednesday, 9:30am— Ingles of Lake Lure
Second Wednesday, 11:00am— Green Hill Fire Department
Second Wednesday, 3:00pm— Grahamtown Community Center
Second Thursday, 11:00am— Cane Creek Baptist Church
Second Thursday, 4:00pm— Holly Springs Baptist Church
Second Friday, 9:30am—Max Gunter Park
Second Friday, 11:00am— Golden Valley Clubhouse
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Each stop will be visited once a month
Second Friday, 2:30pm— Montford Cove Baptist Church
Third Wednesday, 11:00am— Gilkey Community Center
Third Thursday, 11:00am— Washburn Community Outreach
Third Thursday, 2:30pm— Chase Corner Ministries
Third Thursday, 4:00pm— Hopewell-Hollis Community Clubhouse
Fourth Tuesday, 11:00am— Mount Harmony Baptist Church
Fourth Tuesday, 2:30pm—Honeysuckle Park
Fourth Wednesday, 2:30pm— Broad River Baptist Church
Fourth Thursday, 11:00am— Pleasant Hill Baptist Church
Fourth Thursday, 2:30pm— Shingle Hollow Fire Department
Fourth Friday, 3:30pm—Morse Park
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AUCTION
ESTATE OF STEVE SHEHAN
( DECEASED )
Saturday, Aug. 24 • 9AM
Plan to spend the day with us.
This is a very high quality auction. Please, please, please bring a chair!
FARM EQUIPMENT: L2501 Kubota tractor with front loader and less than 1 hour, Kubota RTVX side by side diesel with cab & A/C with less than 500 hours, Honda Rancher ES 4x4 4 wheeler, new 5 ft. box scrape, new 5 ft. bush hog, single bottom plow, Cub Cadet rear tine tiller, several trailers, and more.
COLLECTIBLES: 1902 $10 bill First National Bank of Marion, 1905 $20 bill People’s First National Bank of Charleston, 28) $2 bills, 1914 $10 (Burke/Meadow), 1914 $10 bill (White/Meadow), 1901 Morgan O, 1899 Morgan S, 3) 1923 Peace Dollars, and more.
FIREARMS: Remington Speedmaster 22, Omega 38 over & under.
OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST: Gold & silver jewelry, costume jewelry, big lot of swimming pool items, wash pot, Robot vacuum, lots of new kitchen items, blue leather recliners, and more.
MISC: 15 ft. aluminum boat & trailer with 25HP Mercury motor, misc. fishing items, brand name chainsaws & yard tools, shop press, tool boxes, lots of tools, SnapOn, Craftsman, Mac, etc. floor jacks, welder, several sheds & barn clean outs, 3 scrap vehicles, pallet of brown mulch, auto and yard chemicals, and much more.
Jay Norville 828-305-2465
NCAL#8730
Keith Norville 828-305-3965
NCAL#6559
See auctionzip.com ID# 6194 for terms, listing and photos.
NOTE: THIS IS A RESTRICTED NEIGHBORHOOD. NO PARKING ALLOWED IN ANY YARDS OTHER THAN WHERE THE SALE IS AND NO BLOCKING DRIVEWAYS OF OTHER RESIDENCE. RAIN OR
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 & 17
UNTIL7:30AM2:30PM BOTH DAYS
108 AUGUSTA DRIVE, SPINDALE OFF RAILROAD AVENUE IN SPARKS CROSSING
This is only a partial listing of items: Dining suite, leather sofa, matching leather chairs with ottomans, queen bed, dresser, blanket chest, night stand, multiple tables, secretary, washer & dryer, many area rugs, glassware, a lot of kitchenware, 65” Samsung TV, buffet, wicker porch set, HUGE amount of local art, prints, canvas, paints, brushes, frames, and other art supplies. Over 200 pairs of name brand women’s shoes in size 6 and 7’s. Garage full of all kinds of household. New sheets, comforters, pillows, blankets, lots of ladies perfume, ladies scarves, large book collection, lots of music CD’s movie DVD’s and some older VHS tapes.
SAT. Aug. 17th 9 : 00 AM & SUN . Aug. 18th 1:00 PM 1512
PARTIAL LISTING
RV 1999 PACE MOTOR HOME, GUNS, AMMO & KNIVES: Tristar Pointer Model 20 Gauge O/U Shotgun w/ 26” Barrels, 3 Inch Chamber w/Soft Carry Case. Poland P-64 Semi Auto Pistol (East Europe’s answer to Walthermon) Extra Clip & 50 Rounds of Ammo in Carry Case, Winchester Model 1300 2 3/4 & 3 in. 12 Gauge Winchester Model 12, 2 3/4 16 Gauge Jap Poinseta Rifle, Bayonet, Sling & Sheath 6.5 MM Arisaka Type 99 (Japanese) M1 Agreed Springfield 30.06 Bayonet, Sling, 15 Clips & Ammo Belt 30 Caliber Carbine (US) Bayonet, Sling Extra Mags US Remington Model 0543 w/Bayonet & Sling 8MM Mauser Model 98 w/Bayonet & Sling Mosinagat Spike w/Knife, Bayonet & Sling (Russian)Spike Bayonet 1946 Carbine w/Sling (Russian) Spike Bayonet 1937 Full Rifle w/Sling (Russian) Winchester 30-30 Canadian Centennial 1867-1967 Trapdoor 1884 45-70 Carbine (Black Powder) Trapdoor 1884 45-70 Cadet (Black Powder) Trapdoor 1884 45-70 Rifle (Black Powder) w/Sling, Bayonet, Holder & Belt Henry US Survival .22 AK 47 7.62 X 39 w/ Side Mount Scope & Sling 2 Magazines Henry .22 Lever Colt 25 ACP Extra Magazine & 2 Holsters P38 9MM in Case w/Original Holder Wafsfen Extra Mag Cleaning Kit (German) Beretta 9MM in Box Shoulder Holster w/Mag Holder Echasa-Elbar .22 Caliber LR Model GZ-MAB Diamond Back 22 LR (Colt’s Man. Co Hartford, Conn.) Hopkins & Allen Man. Co. USA 22 Caliber Smith & Wesson Special CTG 38, Armi Tanfoglio (Italian) Model GT 29 25 Caliber Daisy BB Red Rider w/BB’s in Paper Carton CO2 Air Gun Semi-Auto BB Carbine:Tactical .177, Caliber, 4.5 MM, Vel. 410 fps (MMF) Iver Johnson ARMS 38 Caliber, Mossberg 12 Gauge Shotgun w/Full Choke Barrel (Never been fired). Case Knife w/ Holder John Deere Knife Leatherman Tool & Case Case XX plus other Case Knives Imperial Provrla Knife Leather Slings & Hosters Web Belt Buck Knife Ammo: Buck Shot, Remington, 16 Gauge 6 Shot, 30-30 Bullets, Winchester, 12 GAUGE, RIO, SKS 7.62X39 Caliber, AK 47 Shells, Specialty Yesteryear, 30 Caliber Carbine, Colt 25 ACP, Union Metallic 8MM. COINS: Morgan & Peace Silver Dollars Eisenhower Dollars Eisenhower Centennial 1890-1990 (90% Silver) 1829 1/2 Cent,1851 Penny, Mercury Dimes, Liberty Dimes, Roosevelt Dimes, V Nickels, Buffalo Nickels, Wheat Pennies, Steel Pennies, War Nickels (Silver), US Liberty Coins 1886-1986, US Mint Silver Proof Sets, 1927 Half Crown, 1940’s & 1950’s Nickels, Rare 1981 Assay San Francisco. JEWELRY: Large amount of Jewelry from 3 Estates, Costume, Silver & Gold. FURNITURE: Oak pieces from a Rutherford County Estate Glass & Metal Table w/Chairs (Amish Made) Metal Bed, Antique Chairs, Antique Dresser & Chest, Bookcases, Kincaid Sofa, Chair & Ottoman. CHINA, GLASS: Johnson Brothers Stemware, Glasses,Clear Glass, Decorative Items, Misc China Pieces, Blue & White. CLOCKS: Grandfather Clock,Waterbury Clock Co., Antique Clocks. MISC: Push Mower, Oil Drums on Stands,Yard Tools, Misc Tools, Kitchen Items, Pewter, Silverplate, Linens, Ladder, English Saddle & Stand.
AUCTIONEER NOTE: Kathy McCurry has commissioned Elliott/Dixon Auctions LLC to sell parts of her father’s Estate. Dr. Frank Sincox was a well known KM Citizen that has an unusual, collection of firearms which we will be selling. Also will be some guns from other Estates and a large amount of ammo. Furniture & Household Items from a Rock Hill, Rutherford County & local Estates. Also items from John Washburn Estate (Boiling Springs will be included. Construction Items from a SC Estate and some yard items. On Sunday (August 18th) we will have large selection of Coins & Jewelry. We will also have misc items on Sunday. This will include china, glass & household items.
TERMS: Cash, Checks w/Bank Letter of Credit if you are not known to the Auction Company, Credit Cards (3% added) 6.75% Sales Tax added if you do not have a tax ID. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS.
177 Longview Dr., Forest City
US Paris Paralympic tennis team includes Rutherford County’s Conner Stroud
Paralympic tennis team. Stroud will be joined by first-time selection Maylee
team will hope to return the U.S. to the Paralympic podium, and add to its overall haul of 17 all-time medals,
after it was shut out of medals in Tokyo in 2021. It was the first time that the Americans didn’t medal since wheelchair tennis official joined the Paralympic Games in 1992 after being a demonstration sport in 1988.
Leading the way is Wagner, who at age 50 is competing in his sixth Games. He has won eight Paralympic medals in his career, including four in quad singles, in his legendary career which also includes 29 Grand Slam titles. But a quad singles gold has eluded him: His three gold medals all came in doubles (2004 Athens; 2008 Beijing; 2012
London) with partner Nick Taylor. He will be competing in singles only.
Mathewson, the first American woman to ever win a Grand Slam title in wheelchair tennis, is competing in her third Games, while Ratzlaff and Stroud each return to the Games after making their Paralympic debut in Tokyo three years ago.
Paralympic rookie Phelps, meanwhile, is making her transition to the professional game after having a stellar junior career that included time as the world No. 1, and two junior US Open doubles
titles. The teams will be coached by John Devorss and Jon Rydberg, who are both making their debuts as Paralympic coaches. Rydberg is a four-time Paralympian, while Devorss is a longtime U.S. World Team Cup (the wheelchair equivalent of Billie Jean King Cup and Davis Cup) coach. Both coached the U.S. teams at the 2023 Parapan American Games, where Phelps and Mathewson notably won the gold medal in women’s doubles.
Rutherford County’s tennis star Conner Stroud is a member of the U.S. Paris
Article Provided By: Jean Gordon.
Photos Contributed.
Work Hard, Play Hard,
3 EATERIES IN 1 DINING AREA
AUGUST EVENTS
August 1-30
What: Art Show- Uncommon Clay
When: August 1-30; 10 am to 3 pm
Tue-Sat
Where: Visual Artists Guild; 160 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Free show features works in clay by Misty Johnson and Paula Rogalski. Meet the artists Fri., Aug. 2 from 6-8:30pm.
August 15
What: Volunteer Rutherford training course
When: August 15; 9am-1pm
Where: Isothermal Community College
More Info: Lunch included; reserve a spot: 828-202-1255 or 828-202-1219.
Led by Melissa Metcalf LeRoy.
Tuesdays and Saturdays Through October
What: Rutherford County Farmers Market
When: Every Saturday 8-12. Every Tuesday 4-7.
Where: Park Square (across from POPS), Forest City
August 31
ONGOING
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
What: Open Arms Substance Abuse
When: Tuesdays 6-7pm
Where: Highland Apartments Activity Center; 171 Butler Rd., Forest City
More Info: Open to those with substance abuse, parents or guardians of children with substance abuse addictions. Rena: 828-305-1280.
Wednesdays
What: Atrium Health Mobile Care Unit
When: Wednesdays 10am to 4pm
Where: Grahamtown Center; 129 1st St., Forest City
More Info: Based on income, many will be able to see a doctor at no cost. Patients from ages 2 and up will be seen. The Mobile Care Unit also serves patients on medicaid, medicare and other insurance. The goal is “to give greater health care access in Rutherford county.
Thursdays
What: Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club Meeting
When: 6:30-7:30pm (except 5th Thursdays)
Where: Woodrow Jones Building, Rutherfordton
More Info: See “Kiwanis of Rutherfordton” on FaceBook. New members welcome and light dinner served. ruffkiwanis@gmail.com
Summer Tutoring Sign-ups
What: Summer Tutoring ProgramReading Grades 1-7
Where: 132 East Main St., Forest City- McBrayer Office Bldg.
More Info: Tutors have NC Teaching Certificate. Limited slots. Team NC Tutoring 828-202-5593 or info@teamnctutoring.com.
Ongoing
What: Rutherford County Woodworkers Club When: Every Fourth Tuesday Where: Rutherford County Annex, Rutherfordton More Info: 919-696-6064
What: Stitch by Stitch When: First Saturday of each month, 12pm Where: Rutherford County Library, Callahan Rd., Spindale More Info: Ages 10 and up; cross-stitch, needle point and slow stitching
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
What: Narcotics Anonymous meeting
When: Thursdays; 12:30-1:30pm Where: Community Healing Recovery & Thriving Center; 648 Withrow Rd., Forest City
Where: Serene Haven Apartments, formerly First Baptist Church, Spindale
What: Third annual Kirk Wilkerson golf tournament
When: August 31; 10am
Where: Meadowbrook Golf Course
More Info: Registration $100; (golf, cart, gift bag & lunch).
Fridays Through October 25
What: Lake Lure Farmers Market
When: Fridays 4-7pm
Where: Morse Park; 2948 Memorial Hwy., Lake Lure
SEPTEMBER & BEYOND
September 5
What: Isothermal Community College
Golf Tournament When: September 5; 12-2pm Where: Apple Valley Golf Course, Lake Lure
More Info: Benefits ICC Foundation; Sponsors, players needed; call Dr. Thad Harrill at 828-395-1624 or tharrill@ isothermal.edu
September 7
What: Car, truck & bike show in memory of James Haynes
When: Sept. 7; registration 9am-noon
Where: Greenhill Store; 2751 US Hwy. 64/74A
More Info: $20. Proceeds benefit Piney Knob Baptist Church. Johnnie 828-4297500 or Scott 828-289-0475.
September 7
What: Fundraiser Auction
When: September 7; 10am
Where: Cedar Grove Fellowship Church, 160 Toney Rd., Bostic
More Info: Over 400 lots, too much to list. Food, country store with baked goods, pickles etc. Cash or check only. Proceeds to Cedar Grove Fellowship Building Fund.
More Info: Supports One More One Less Ministry, CPS Construction is hosting. Donated diapers will be gifted to families in need. Free family friendly event with a free food, door prizes, corn hole tournament.
September 12
What: Cancer Survivor Celebration
When: September 12; 5-7:30pm
Where: Carolina Event and Conference Center; 376 Hudlow Rd., Forest City
More Info: Rutherford County cancer survivors & 2 guests welcome. Music, dinner, bingo, RSVP: 828-245-4596.
September 22
What: Ani & Wanei Cultural Festival
When: September 22; 12-4pm
Where: Big Barn Venue at Hickory Nut Gap Farm; 57 Sugar Hollow Rd., Fairview
More Info: Cherokee & Appalachian Heritage, family activities, Cherokee dancers, musicians, artisans, storytellers, puppets, Appalachian music & art, Nativeowned food truck.
September 27
What: Holes for Houses Charity Golf Tournament
When: September 27; 10am
Where: Meadowbrook Golf Course, Rutherfordton
More Info: $100 per player (includes lunch). Contact Sheila Cain at 828-2483178.
September 28
What: Chase High Class of 1974 50 year Reunion
When: September 28; 6pm
Where: One 13; Rutherfordton
More Info: $40/person. Mail Checks to Shelia Cuthbertson; 177 Carolina Paradise, Rutherfordton, NC 28139. Deadline September 1.
LARGEST FLEA MARKET IN THE AREA
Coming up
August 30 through September 1 is the 3rd annual Earl Scruggs Music Festival at the Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) Mill Spring.
This year’s lineup of artists include Country music legend Tanya Tucker along with Marty Stuart and his band the Fabulous Superlatives, the Yonder Mountain String Band, the Old Crow Medicine Show, Shawn Camp and many more. Doug Grondahl, COO of the Tryon International Equestrian Center says, “where else can you enjoy a trail ride in the morning, have lunch at a sit-down
restaurant and catch a world-class music act, all in the same day?” Grondahl also added that “our facility’s versatility, high-end amenities and stunning natural surroundings make it the perfect setting for a uniquely unforgettable music festival experience.”
Three day weekend and one day passes are on sale now.
This year’s threeday festival also has unique family opportunities to enjoy like horseback riding, trail rides, a bourbon tasting, yoga, pickleball,
a Bluegrass Over Easy breakfast and more.
The Earl Scruggs Music Festival officially begins Friday morning but for those that arrive on Thursday, there will be a Welcome Home Celebration and the Bourbon and Bluegrass Tasting Event from 6-9pm. Also on Thursday, Tanasi and The Well Drinkers along with Travis Book & Friends with Tommy Maher & Julian Pinelli will perform.
The Earl Scruggs Music Festival offers fun for the whole family with activities for children up to age 12. The Little Foggies’ Kid Zone, organized and staffed by trained Early
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Childhood Education professionals from Isothermal Community College’s program, will be located in the grassy area next to the Flint Hill Stage.
It features activities such as a Grand Ole Opry photo opportunity, a musical instrument petting zoo, outdoor games like Corn Hole and Connect 4, and
interactive activities like tic-tac-toe, bubble-blowing, hobby horse jumping, and beach ball play. Operating hours are August 30, 9am- 7pm, August 31; 10am-7pm, September 1, 11am-5pm. A full lineup schedule can be seen at EarlScruggsMusicFest. com.
Modern automobiles are technological marvels that rely on electrical components more than ever before. According to The Family Handyman, vehicles have 40 or more fuses grouped in two or more places.
Just like fuses in a home’s electrical panel, automotive fuses stop excessive current flow
that can overheat circuits, damage equipment or cause fires. Any electrical component in a vehicle, such as the radio or headlights, are tied to a fuse.
When something goes awry with automotive electrical components, drivers may be quick to believe the components themselves or even the
car’s battery or alternator are to blame. Mechanics say that it’s entirely possible that a blown fuse is the cause of the problem. Simply checking and/or replacing the fuse can alleviate the issue.
Finding the fuses
The location of the fuse box depends on the make
and model of the vehicle. Drivers should consult their owner’s manual to learn where the fuse boxes are located. Some vehicles have two fuse boxes that serve different purposes. Engine compartment fuse boxes protect certain engine components, including the anti-lock brake pump. Fuses inside or beneath the dashboard may protect dome lights or the air conditioning system.
copper piece breaks in the middle when the fuse blows.
According to How a Car Works, the individual fuses in the box are typically numbered. That makes it easier for drivers to determine which vehicle components aren’t working. If the fuses are not numbered, then it’s a matter of removing fuses to see which circuits stop working to help narrow down the issue.
Replacing fuses
Regardless of their design, fuses will be clearly labeled with their ampere ratings, according to CarID. Physically remove the fuse using a small, specially shaped fuse puller tool that may be included inside the fuse
box. Replace the fuse with one of the same amperage by gently pushing it into place.
If the new fuse blows relatively quickly after replacement, or multiple fuses blow at one time, a larger current issue may be the problem. Consult a mechanic in this instance.
Vehicles may have different types of fuses. It’s important to know which ones are in the car so you can get the right replacement.
“Blade” fuses are common and have a conductive horseshoeshaped metal strip that runs through an outer plastic housing. If the metal strip appears broken, the fuse is no good.
Cylindrical glass fuses are found in some cars. They’re also known as “Buss” fuses. If the metal strip that runs down the center is broken, the fuse needs to be replaced.
Older European cars have ceramic fuses built with an outer copper conductive surface. The narrow part of the
By Gary Miller
This time of year, the deer look really bad. They are thin, patchy, and are fighting ticks, other parasites, and disease. As you may know, this is the time of year when the population can be devastated. CWD and EHD are diseases that every hunter will look for during these hot months. The weakest will not survive. But here is what makes this a little confusing. This time of year, the abundance of food sources is perhaps the greatest. Yes, the acorns will begin falling soon, but the fruit trees, garden plants, and other browse are at their peak. Food is everywhere, and yet life is the most fragile. I really don’t know what to think about that. All over the world we see disease and death tied directly to starvation. We rarely see it tied to abundance. The only thing I can attribute to this contrast is the fact that not only does the good and best thrive in abundance, so does the bad and hurtful. It seems that times of plenty are not necessarily a sign of health. In the physical world that may be debated. In the spiritual world, it’s an objective truth. Over the years I have watched people suffer great loss. And while they have serious questions for God, and while they can even get mad at His inaction, most somehow cling to their faith. I have also watched the homeless and hungry look to the sky to thank God when the least blessing comes their way. It seems they too are quick to run to God when hurt, hunger, and heartache come their way. But when it comes to extreme blessings, most of us find a way to replace God with the wealth He has blessed us with. Especially when it comes to money. Money allows us to buy things. And the more money we have, the more things we can buy. And the more things we can buy, the easier it is to preoccupy ourselves. And while we are preoccupied, a disease is setting in that our possessions will not be able to heal. But hear this. It is not the fault of the blessing. God wants to give them to us. But it’s my fault if I don’t keep these blessings in their rightful place. Am I only warning the rich? No. I’m warning guys like me and you. The guys whose blessings are not in the form of yachts, but in the form of Bass Trackers. And whose ownership doesn’t include thousands of acres, but only a few. I’m warning me. I’m reminding myself that during times of abundance, I need to watch for the parasites. Because abundance can be a feeding ground for those things that want to kill my relationship with God.
Gary Miller has written Outdoor Truths articles for 21 years. He also speaks at wildgame dinners and men’s events for churches and associations. gary@outdoortruths.org
Blue Ridge Hope to host Pampered Chef Bingo night fundraiser
Blue Ridge Hope (BRH) will hold a Pampered Chef Bingo night on Monday, Aug. 26 at 6pm at The Village located at 654 West Main Street in Forest City. Tickets for $20 are available at blueridgehope. org. The $20 ticket will assure an evening of multiple games. Prizes will include various Pampered Chef items. “An evening of fun is guaranteed,” BRH Executive Director Travis Smith said, inviting supporters of the nonprofit organization.
According to the group’s website, “Our model comprises all aspects of health, from the intimate details which make each individual complete and whole, to the broad
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Hundreds of children receive back to school supplies
One by one, hundreds of children, parents, guardians, grandparents and friends came through the registration lines at the second annual Back 2 School Bash & Movement Fest recently in order to receive free backpacks. Approximately 675 backpacks were distributed to students filled with age appropriate school supplies for the 2024-25 school year.
“The Back2School Bash was an awesome time,” said Kisha McDowell, executive director of the Grahamtown Center, a sponsor of the event.
“I enjoyed talking with the vendors, the kids playing, the RCS (Rutherford County Schools) Teddy Bear and the TJ cheerleaders. It was a great show of community and people learned about new resources and to top it off, our volunteers were amazing. They are some of the hardest working people I’ve seen in a long time. Thank you to everyone,” McDowell concluded.
Students wishing to receive the free backpacks and the adults meandered through the Pavilion Park Square (POPS) and visited numerous vendors where they received free goodies and information. Every attendee received a goodie bag to collect the Movement Fest promotional materials. Vendors distributed
information on resources supporting education, growth, development and a healthy lifestyle. Organizers included Chase Youth Sports, RutherfordHELP, Grahamtown Team, Town of Forest City and the Washburn Community Outreach Center (WCOC).
Lindy Abrams, executive director at WCOC said an estimated 1,045 people attended the event. There
Free hot dogs and free icees were also a part of the annual event, as long as they were available. Walmart provided bottled water.
Transportation was also provided for those who didn’t have a way to POPS.
Article Provided By: Jean Gordon. Pat Nanney Photos.
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August 17
What: Bluegrass Gospel Music
When: August 17; 6pm
Where: Faith Baptist Church; 265 Hwy. 9 N., Mill Spring More Info: The Good News Gospel Bluegrass Band performing.
August 17
What: Yard & Biscuit Sale
When: August 17; 8am-noon
Where: Spindale Covenant Brethren Church Fellowship Hall; 128 Sterling St., Spindale More Info: Rain or shine. Proceeds to the church.
What: 1st Sunday Night
Singing
When: September 1; 7pm
Where: Riverside Baptist Church; 1178 Hogan Rd., Forest City
More Info: In His Glory singing
September 8
What: Clothing Give-away
When: September 8; 12-2pm
Where: Three Angels SeventhDay Adventist Church; 2158 Hudlow Rd., Forest City
More Info: In the parking lot.
What: Recovery at The Well
When: Every Monday; 6-9pm
Where: The Well – Landrum; 395 Hwy 14 W., Landrum, SC More Info: Help for Hurts, Habits & Hardships, Fellowship Meal, Worship, Teaching, Testimonies, Growth through Small Groups. All welcome.
Every Tuesday
What: Bible Study
When: Every Tuesday; 6pm
Where: Three Angels Seventhday Adventist Church; 2158 Hudlow Rd., Forest City More Info: 828-448-1856Pastor Tim Sheridan.
August 18
What: In His Glory performing
When: August 18; 11am
Where: Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church; 250 Hudlow Rd., Forest City
More Info: A love offering will be taken.
August 21
What: Drive Thru Meal
When: August 21; 5pm
Where: Spindale United Methodist Church
What: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Speaker
When: August 21; 7pm
Where: Pleasant Hill Baptist Church; 563 Pleasant Hill Church Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: Natasha Ivanova was born in Eastern Europe, A few years before Western USSR and Eastern Europe felt the horrific ramifications of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Hear how this lady’s life was changed by a Operation Christmas Child shoebox.
August 24
What: Sportsman’s Banquet
When: August 24; 6:30pm
Where: Floyd’s Creek Baptist Church; 2004 Chase High Rd., Forest City
More Info: Performance by Carley Arrowood Music. Tickets $15 (includes BBQ dinner, music, chance to win door prize), must be purchased in advance at Floyd’s Creek Church, Butler’s Jewelry & Loan, or Clark’s Automotive Towing. 828-2451059.
What: Show & Shine for Jesus Car, Truck & Bike Show
When: August 24; 9am-until Where: Mt. Pleasant Church; 397 Mt. Pleasant Church Road More Info: $20. Proceeds benefit Brotherhood Toys for Tots Christmas. Johnnie 828-4297500 or Wayne 828-429-9897.
Morris Scrap Metal going strong for over nine decades
One of Cleveland County’s oldest businesses is still going strong after 93 years. Located at 2045 Shelby Rd. on the outskirts of Kings Mtn., Morris Scrap Metal Co., Inc. was founded way back in 1931 by Nelson Earl Morris as an auto salvage yard. In the 1960s, Earl’s son Jerry entered the business. The competitive spirit that Jerry’s college baseball career had exhibited was shifted to the scrap metal arena and he expanded the business to include recycling.
In 1990, after graduating from Western Carolina University, Jerry’s son Neil came on board.
Neil talked about how Morris Scrap Metal did its part during WWII supplying material that would become tanks, ships, planes, and other products.
“I remember my grandfather talking about supplying scrap metal to the government for the war effort,” he said.
In addition to Neil, his brother Chris is also carrying on the Morris tradition along with the help of seventeen employees including five truck drivers, three office workers, and nine personnel on the “yard”.
The entire crew operates like an extended family. Yard employee Francisco Cardo is originally from Cuba and came to Morris Metals over 19 years ago.
“I love it here,” he said. “I will retire here.”
Yard manager Jeremy Lankford has been on the job for about seven years.
“I help with buying materials,” Lankford said. “Little pieces, big pieces. If I don’t have it, I can get it.” Neil explained how the business rolls.
“Probably 95 percent of our business is industrial scrap metal from fabrication,” he said. “The other five percent is cans and scrap that people bring in. We sell to a variety of customers ranging from loggers to farmers, and small and large fabricators.”
The scrap metal is bought
each year,” Morris said. Recycling and its importance to the environment is a big part of the Morris Scrap
“It is more energy efficient and better for the environment to recycle used metal than to dig it out of the ground,” Mor-
Non-ferrous metal recycling at Morris includes- aluminum, copper, brass, bronze, nickel, lead, tin, and platinum. Ferrous metal recycling includesmild, carbon and stainless steel, cast and wrought iron tools, machinery and equipment, household appliances and electronics, automotive parts and cores, wrecked, salvage and junk vehicles, industrial and construction overruns, industrial and construction salvage.
To help its suppliers keep the scrap metal flowing, Morris Scrap Metal also has a wide web of contacts to help with any size commercial or industrial demolition project, industrial rigging and specialized environment services. The network makes Morris one of the most comprehensive industrial services providers in the scrap metal industry.
A walk around the Morris yard is well, awe-inspiring. The variety and mass of scrap metal on the yard at Morris is seemingly endless.
Small mountains of scrap aluminum, steel, stainless steel, barrels, beams, structural supports, old awnings, cans, sheets, rolls, etc. are stacked and heaped on the yard. If it’s metal, it’s at Morris.
It takes some big equipment to deal with the sea of scrap. One is a huge metal
shredder that Neil brought over from Italy. Another is a 750-ton shearing machine that can cut metal up to 2 ½ inches thick like slicing bread.
A HRB Non Ferrous Baler for aluminum and copper, nine trucks and five cranes add to the action. In addition, the firm has 300 roll-off boxes and a number of flatbed, gondola, low boy, and drop deck trailers.
Morris Scrap Metal is highly regarded in its industry. The company is a member of the Recycling Assoc. of North Carolina and the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. It was also the subject of a feature story in Recycling Today magazine. Morris Scrap Metal is successful due to its combination of sound and modern business practices, combined with nearly a century of experience sup-
plying and processing, scrap metal in an environmentally responsible way.
Neil says he and the other employees at Morris are looking forward to a future for the company as bright as scrap aluminum on a sunny day.
“We plan to keep doing what we have been doing, and to be the best at it,” he said.
For more information visit http://www.morrisscrapmetal. net/index.htm or call 704-7393869.
Nelson Earl Morris founded Morris Scrap Metal back in 1931.
Yard manager Jeremy Lankford, Neil Morris, and 19-year employee Francisco Cardo.
A customer arrives with a load of scrap.
A drop in the bucket of the materials on the yard.
Neil with bales of scrap metal.
Office employees Brenda Wells (left) and Teresa Garver.
Seen with Neil, brother Chris Morris takes a break while operating one of the company’s machines.
How to Make School Mornings More Manageable
(Family Features) Getting a family up and out the door before the school bell rings is no small task. Sometimes it can even seem impossible, especially when you encounter unexpected events like a wardrobe mishap or overflowing toilet.
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can start preparing for the day while they’re still shaking away the lingering sleepiness. Lay out a sequence of events they’ll do every morning, such as visiting the bathroom, brushing teeth and hair, getting dressed, making the bed and eating a balanced breakfast. Encouraging these habits builds independence and self-esteem while helping your mornings move faster.
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Cultural Resources Grants totaling $40,000 Awarded
The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) approved $40,000 in Cultural Resources focus area grants in July for general operations to eight craft organizations across WNC. CFWNC awards discretionary funding in Education, Cultural Resources, Human Services, and Natural Resources.
Cultural Resources grants are made through competitive and proactive awards. Competitive general operating grants are distributed according to a rotating schedule and through an expedited application.
Proactive applications may be invited for unique projects or programs that address the Cultural Resources focus area goals.
Unrestricted gifts of $5,000 were awarded to:
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• Center for Craft serving the WNC region
• Clay County Historical & Arts Council serving Clay County
• Local Cloth serving the WNC region
• Open Hearts Art Center serving Buncombe County
• Rutherford County Visual Artists Guild serving Rutherford County
• The Bascom serving Jackson and Macon counties
• Tryon Arts and Crafts serving Polk County
CFWNC works with families, businesses and nonprofits to strengthen communities through the creation of charitable funds and strategic grantmaking.
A permanent charitable resource, the Foundation manages over 1,300 funds and facilitated $24.8 million in grants last year bringing total distributions to more than $387 million since its founding in 1978. Learn more at www.cfwnc.org.
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By: Jean Gordon
Seventy years ago today
Mama and Daddy took off to Rutherford Hospital to await the birth of what they thought would be their third child. Back in the day, of course, they had no idea there would be a surprise ahead of them.
Mama told us later in life she was more than miserable on that day. Her feet were swollen terribly and she was huge. She could barely move. It was a surprise to them and everyone else, when she birthed two babies - two girls. She also told us when she and Daddy left for the hospital that day, I simply said, “Bring home two.” One for me and one for Dianne, our older sister.
Who in the world would have ever thought?
Today Mary and Martha are turning 70 years old and we are celebrating together at one of our favorite places, the beach. Mary lives there so we will join her later today. Plans are to eat seafood, sit on the beach, eat more seafood,
relax and sit on the beach. These twin sisters and me are long overdue for sister time.
Both are retired and have their own daily challenges as many 70 year old folks do, but they are strong women and always have been.
Well, maybe not so much.
There was that time when they were in the second grade, I was in the fourth and Dianne was in the fifth at Forest City Elementary. It was a new school for all of us and adjusting to a city school versus a country school was difficult to say the least. For Martha it was impossible. After our parents left for work in the mornings, she refused to get on the bus with us, so she’d stay at a relative’s house on our road.
But one day Mama came to pick her up and take her to school. It was a bad day. Mama knocked on my fourth grade classroom door and I was called out. She told me Mary and Martha were both in their classroom crying. I saw tears in her eyes, too. When I went back in my room, I laid my head down on my desk and cried, feeling like it was the worst day ever.
Of course it wasn’t, but truth is, it was hard.
Eventually we adjusted to the new school so we went on with living.
Having twin sisters was fun, although being practically the same age, I
Rutherford Regional names marketing director
A Rutherford County native, born at Rutherford Hospital in 2000, has been named the Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Rutherford Regional Medical Center.
Brianna Wilson says she hopes to tell the story of the small-town hospital.
“My hopes are to make the community that I love cherish the healthcare system that holds such a special place in my heart,” Wilson said.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MARTHA AND MARY
don’t remember a lot about them, until we got a little older. I wasn’t quite 2 when they arrived and our older sister was 3 1/2 years old. When one twin had an injury at home, it wouldn’t be but a day or two until the other was hauled off to the emergency room. Martha depended on Mary. That’s a characteristic of twins.
After seeing three of my precious nieces birth twins, I realized that. There is also a more dominant one. The one that looks after the other or the one who enjoys driving at age 16 more than the other.
Although our Daddy had hoped against hope to have a son, the day the twins girls were born, he got in their car and drove to each grandparents’ houses and friends and announced, “We got twins.”
Kind of like a Paul Revere back in the day, riding up and down the roads announcing “we
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He forgot about wanting a boy after all that. He always told us his four “gurls” were better than any boys ever could be.
We’ve gone through a lot as sisters. We’ve had more fun than anyone could imagine on our annual camping trips, sleeping in tents and having a 5* vacation every summer.
The death our older sister in 1981 was more than we could hardly stand, but did we best we could and stepped in to help with her girls and support our brother-in-law.
Our parents’ death in 1999 and 2006 was tough too, and we were there for each other.
Mary and Martha got their names from our Grandpa Crawford, a Baptist preacher for more than 50 years.
Grandpa asked our parents if he could choose their first names. He asked the question with an offer of
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$5 for each girl. Back then $10 was a lot of money for parents who just had twins and two at home. Mama and Daddy graciously accepted his offer.
And if you want to know more about their personalities check out the New Testament when Jesus would go visit his friends, sisters Mary and Martha. They have the same personalities.
I couldn’t be more grateful and more proud of these two.
Capture the joy of your
birthday today and do the things you love.
Take a walk on the beach and remember our days together as children with the whole family sitting at a seafood restaurant, emptying a full bottle of ketch-up at the table, much to our parents’ embarrassment and then going to the campground for toasted marshmallows before crawling into our sleeping bags for a hot summer’s night.
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Wilson says that sharing the successes and compassionate moments experienced within the walls, will build trust and pride in the healthcare system.
“Whether it’s through social media updates, press releases, or patient
testimonials, I want to ensure that every member of our community feels informed and valued,” she said.
Wilson graduated from Chase High School in 2018 and moved to Sylva where she obtained a bachelor’s degree in health care administration from Western Carolina University. She returned home in 2022 and began her healthcare career as an HR Specialist at Rutherford Regional. She was promoted to HR Generalist in 2023.
“As far as hobbies, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and doing outdoor activities around our home with my husband and fur baby Juno. I also enjoy getting out in the community by visiting local events and restaurants,” she said. Article Provided By: Jean Gordon
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Keeping a watchful eye on your kids requires an increasing level of tech savvy many parents find intimidating. Not only are your kids vulnerable to bad actors online, but your family’s personal information could be at risk, as well.
Learn how to protect your children and family in this digital age with these tips:
College Students
• Reinforce the risks. Once they’re on their own, kids may feel more liberated to make their own choices online. However, college students are easy prey for identity theft and worse.
Remind them what’s at stake if they fail to protect their identity and private information, like where they live and what they do on a regular basis.
• Teach smart practices. With all the independence that comes with college life, this is an ideal time for your student to take personal responsibility for his or her online security, including learning about virus protection, updating software, avoiding scams and backing up data.
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• Continue talking about privacy. You can never have too many conversations about privacy. What seems like harmless sharing on
Protecting Children in a Digital Age
social media can be quite revealing. For example, frequent posts about visits to a favorite store or restaurant can allow a predator to begin tracking behavior patterns that make your child a target. It’s also important for kids to understand how their privacy settings work. For example, settings that allow exposure to friends of friends make their visibility to strangers much broader than they may realize.
• Help manage their online reputation. Behaviors that once resulted in a day or two of hallway chatter can now live forever. Documenting mischief online is only fun until it spills over into real life and everyone sees those mistakes in full colorincluding prospective future employers.
• Be clear about your position on bullying. From the safe distance of a screen, it’s easier for kids (and adults) to say things they’d never say in person. Teach your kids to handle problems constructively offline and avoid engaging in attacks on others through social media, email and other platforms.
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• Encourage open communication. Have conversations about what your kids see and do online and talk with them about potential dangers. Avoid lecturing in favor of an open exchange of information.
• Make their inherent interest in privacy work in your favor. Kids in this age group, particularly toward
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the middle school years, understand the concept of privacy and value it immensely. Use that context to help them understand what goes online is there to stay. Talk about what kinds of information should always be kept private, including identifying details like addresses and social security numbers.
• Stay on alert. Not all apps are completely safe (even the ones you can access from trusted stores) and not all filters are foolproof. Keep close tabs on what your kids are downloading by reading comments and reviews, and regularly monitoring what kind of content they see.
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Obituaries Obituaries
Donald “DJ” Gettys, Donald “DJ” James Gettys, 38, passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024.
He is predeceased by his father, Allen Broyles; grandmother, Polly Gettys; niece, Kylie Price; aunt, Sandra Greene; uncles, Lester Greene and Jerry Simmons.
Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Olivia Gettys and Caitlin Norman; son, Abel Gettys; mother, Patricia Ramsey; grandfather, James Gettys; brothers, Brandon Edwards and Mikey Broyles; sisters, Nicole Broyles and Tabitha Broyles; 7 nephews; 8 nieces; 5 aunts; 4 uncles; numerous cousins; best friend, Alex Watson.
Funeral Services were held August 7 at Spindale Fellowship Holiness Church with Chad Sisk, Buddy Campbell and Daniel Crawford officiating.
Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.
Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service is serving the family.
Rhonda Burns Whitaker Rhonda Geneva Burns Whitaker, age 62, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024.
She was born in Cabarrus County to the late Zane Robert Burns and Lois Blackwelder Burns. She is also predeceased by brothers, Steven Franklin Smith and William Michael Smith; sister, Debra Lynn Snead.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Candice Miller (Matt); granddaughter, Eleni Miller; son, RJ Hurlocker (Kimberly); grandchildren, Brynley and Bowen Hurlocker; sister, Linda Davidson (Louie); nephew, James Davidson (Amber); two great-nephews, brother, Eddie Ray Smith.
She worked for Rowan Salisbury School Food Service. Services will be held at a later date.
Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.
Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service is serving the family.
Carolyn Sue Pruitt
Carolyn Sue Kitzmiller Pruitt, age 77, transititoned from this life Thursday, August 1, 2024.
Family members that preceded her in death are parents, Kenneth William Kitzmiller and Norma Louise Dusenberry Kitzmiller; brothers, Carl and Keith Kitzmiller; husband, James Richard Pruitt; son-in-law, Jeff Patrick.
Carolyn is survived by 4 children, James and Jack Pruitt, Lisa Patrick, Christine Whetstine (Jimmy) and adopted daughter in spirit, Paige Scarborough Biddix
One of the most intriguing doctrines in scripture is eschatology. Eschatology is the study of the last days and the end of the world as we know it. A more familiar buzz word used today which refers to the end time events is “Apocalypse”. Which refers to the destruction and the judgments of God that will occur primarily during the seven years of tribulation.
We know from scripture that the world will bow at the feet of a charismatic world leader known as the Anti-Christ, who is a proxy for Satan. His power will reach into the political and economical realms of all nations. During this period of time, literally “all hell will break loose.” Natural disasters, famines, pandemics, demonic creatures from the abyss, and all types of violence will be unleashed. Billions of people will die during this horrific time.
According to scripture, the one event which will start all of this is the great
(Tim); 9 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren.
She was a retired Registered Nurse
Private Family Services will be held at a later date. Memorial tributes can be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.
A Letter To My Mom
At the end of all your earthly breaths, when you were beckened on into the light, I pray Love met you there. I’m certain in that Love came restored mind, body and spirit. I hoped you smiled, took a deep breath and truly allow yourself to enjoy the beauty, peace, love and light that now envelops you. Rest now, love now and let go of all the struggles this side gave you. I will cherish all of our good times, try to forgive and forget the bad times. Until I see you again one day carry all of the love we shared with you and hold it tight and I will continue to love you always and never forget you.
Love your daughter (your absolute favorite child), Christie Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service is serving the family.
Evelyn W. Quinton
Evelyn W. Quinton, 89, of Forest City, passed away Monday, August 5, 2024.
A native of Rutherford County, she was the daughter of the late Charlie D. and Cora Eplee Whiteside.
Evelyn was a homemaker and member of Main Street Baptist Church.
She is survived by her children Billy Quinton and wife Marsha of Raleigh,
Johnny Quinton and wife Sandy of Spartanburg, Irene Lett and husband Steve of Forest City, Ginny Tallent and husband Ralph of Forest City, Patricia St.Clair and husband Eddie of Forest City; nine grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren; sister Hazel Cogdell of Union Mills.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Quinton, granddaughter Mindy Quinton, great grandson Brad Quinton, sister Flora Harris and brother Henry Whiteside.
Funeral services were held August 10 at Crowe’s Mortuary with Rev. Joey Allen officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043.
Christy Ann Greene
Christy Ann Greene, age 48, of Mooresboro, passed away Monday, August 5, 2024.
Christy was born December 9, 1975 in Cleveland County to Tula Wilkey Greene who resides in Mooresboro and the late Johnny Greene.
She was a graduate of Chase High School and Isothermal Community College. Christy worked as an LPN at Fair Haven Home in Bostic for over 18 years. She was of the Baptist faith.
Besides his mother, those left to treasure her
memory include her significant other, Anthony Henderson; son, Phillip Stacey (Michaela); brother, Roger Greene (Kim) and a grandson, Colton Stacey all of Mooresboro.
A memorial service is planned for a later date and will be announced.
Memorial donations requested to Community Pet Center, 861 Piney Ridge Rd., Forest City, NC 28043.
An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
Don McAbee
Don McAbee, age 67, of Forest City, passed away, Saturday, August 3, 2024.
Don was born March 17, 1957 in Rutherford County to the late Samuel Edward McAbee and Louvenia Taylor McAbee.
He worked as a floor maintenance technician for 25 years at Walmart until retirement. Don was a member of the Jehovah Witness Kingdom Hall.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Dean McAbee and sister, Susan McAbee.
Survivors include his sons, Stacey McAbee of Spindale and John McAbee (Casey) of Rocky Point, and his beloved grandsons, Matthew and David McAbee.
No formal services will
be conducted at this time.
An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
Mike Keck
Mike Keck, age 66, of Rutherfordton, passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Mike was born September 25, 1957 in Rockville Centre, New York to the late Meinrad Keck and Justine Mahoney Keck.
He earned an associate’s degree from Isothermal Community College. Mike managed the Pizza Hut in Forest City for several years. He served as a paramedic for the Rutherford County EMS for 20 years and had the distinction of being a nationally registered paramedic. Mike held a position as the Emergency Medicine Instructor at ICC for 10 years. Mike was a member of Pleasant View Community Church.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Fred Keck and a stepdaughter, Ashley Felker.
“snatching away” of the church. This is called the Rapture. The Bible tells us that Jesus will descend from heaven and call his children home. This includes those who have previously died in the Lord and those Christians who are still alive. We do not know the day or the hour of his coming, but we are told to be prepared. The saddest part will be those who have been warned time and time again and yet have never received Christ. Just imagine millions upon millions of people suddenly missing and then realizing you have missed it. With the present state of our world, I believe it could be any day. Are you ready? Please don’t wait until its too late.
Rutherford Weekly offers the printing of obituaries in our paper as a community service and free of charge for Rutherford County residents and the immediate area. The obituary may include a picture if the image is of print quality. We request that the obituary is limited to 150 words and we will edit the obituaries due to space. The obituary will include preceded family members, surviving family members, funeral service information, memorials, and the name of the funeral home serving the family. The obituaries will not include names of grandchildren, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, or pets. We only accept obituaries from licensed funeral homes. The deadline is Monday at 10AM prior to Thursdays publication. Please have your funeral home send us your loved ones’ obituaries to events@rutherfordweekly.com
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 20 years, Karen Keck; sons, Chris Keck (Lindsey) of Monroe, Corey Keck (Alison Ross) of Bostic, Cody Keck (Lindsey) of Rutherfordton; a brother, Dan Keck (Lorraine Hyde) of New York; grandchildren, Rebekah Litten, Sarah Keck, Cooper Keck and sister-in-law, Debbie Dale of Rutherfordton.
A visitation was held August 10 at Harrelson Funeral Home. Memorial donations requested to ALS United of North Carolina, www.alsnc. org
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Martha Jean Honeycutt
Martha Jean Daniel Honeycutt, 78, of Bostic, died Friday, August 9, 2024.
Born in Rutherford county, she was the daughter of the late William Joseph and Mary Elizabeth Harrison Daniel. Martha was a graduate of East Rutherford High School and a member of Big Springs Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Amelia Jo Canipe and a sister, Karen Daniel.
Survivors include her son, Bert Canipe (Portland) of Ellenboro; a grandson, Gray Canipe (Molly) of Ellenboro; and a great grandson, Jaxon Canipe. Graveside services were held August 12 at Big Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, Ellenboro with Rev. Paul Scott officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Big Springs Baptist Church, 534 Big Springs Church Rd., Ellenboro, NC 28040.
Online condolences may be made at www. padgettking.com. Padgett~King Mortuary and Crematory is serving the family.
Amy Faye Hopler
Amy Faye Hopler, age 43, of Forest City, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024.
Amy was born September 2, 1980 in Freehold, New Jersey to Lottie Faye Moody who resides in Valdese, and the late Martin Moody.
She was a graduate of East Rutherford High School. Amy worked for Chili’s Grill and Bar in Forest City for over 16 years. She was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband Chris Blackwell; daughter, Jamie Horton (Jacob) of Forest City; sons, Chris Causby of Colorado Springs, CO and Alex Blackwell of Forest City; brother, Jeff Moody (Amber) of York, SC and a grandson, Malachi Jackson Causby.
The funeral was held August 14 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.
Ellen Emory Ellis
Ellen Emory Ellis, age 77, passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
She was born to the late Mosey Emory and Ellen Hayes Emory in Cleveland County. She is also predeceased by her husband, Jerry Ellis; infant daughter, Crystal Michelle Ellis.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Angela Seals; grandson, Peyton Seals (Haley); sisters, Rachel Proctor (Buck), Ann Keller and Joyce Bridges (Charles); brother, Ronnie Emory (Judy); numerous nieces and nephews.
Ellen retired from Fiber Industries.
Funeral Services were held August 10 at Shelby Free Will Baptist Church with Pastor Mike Carper officiating.
Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.
Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service is serving the family.
John W. McGalliard
John W. McGalliard, age 76, of Spindale, NC, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024.
A native of Burke County, John was the son of the late Raymond McGalliard and Verna Engler McGalliard.
John was a truck driver for many years.
In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his first wife, Sylvia
McGalliard, his second wife, Karen McGalliard, sisters, Avis Dellinger, and Shirley Campbell, and his step-son, Johnnie C. Morrow.
John is survived by his wife, Linda G. McGalliard, and his twin sister Jean Smith, step-daughters, Sherry Morrow McDaniel, Nikki J. Davis and husband Jimmy, Amanda J. Craig and husband Shannon, sister Carol Causby and husband Larry, brother, Don McGalliard and wife Dorothy mother-in-law; Connie Hatton, four grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and other family members.
The funeral service was held August 12at McMahan’s Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mark Fitzsimmons officiating.
Shirley Dalton Tate
Shirley Dalton Tate, 70, of Forest City, died Sunday, August 4, 2024.
She was the daughter of Loretta Dalton of Forest City, and the late William Dalton, and was also preceded in death by her husband Floyd Elmer Tate III; and a brother, Wayne Dalton.
She is survived by her son, Wesley Murray and wife Melissa of Sunshine; a stepson, Floyd Elmer Tate IV of Rutherfordton; three brothers, Ronnie Dalton of Alaska, Scott Dalton and Chad Dalton, both of Sandy Mush.
A Visitation was held August 10 at Washburn & Dorsey Funeral Home.
Online condolences @ www.washburndorsey.com.
Glenda Harris Green
It is with deep sorrow that Heather Fisher announces the death of her mother, Glenda Harris Green, who left us on August 10, 2024 after a beautifully lived life.
Full of love, elegance, and resilience, she touched the lives of all who knew her.
To commemorate her incredible journey, a memorial service will be held in her honor at Gilkey Church of God on August 15 at 2pm. We invite all who knew her to join us in celebrating her life.
Simple School Day Solutions
(Family Features) Picking out new clothes and shoes, and gathering notebooks, pens, pencils and other supplies is part of the annual back-to-school tradition, but there are other important tools to consider for the classroom - and beyond - when the school bells signal the start of a new year.
This year, make sure your students have everything needed to make the grade with must-haves like the latest tech, on-the-go snacks and tools for organizing and securing valuables, lunches and other supplies on-thego.
Find these ideas, plus more ways to simplify back-to-school shopping, at eLivingtoday.com.
Reward Your Student with an Energizing Snack
Fuel up for homework time and afterschool activities with a back-to-school snack hack like Sabra Snackers. The pre-portioned snacks make snack time easy by providing a single serving of creamy, delicious hummus served with pretzel crisps or chips. Containing 10 grams of protein (11% Daily Value), Smart Snackers are a perfect way to give your student an A+ treat that makes the grade both on flavor and convenience. After long days in the classroom, they’re an ideal way to reward all that hard work. Find more back-to-school snacking solutions and nutrition information at sabra.com.
Designed for variety and versatility at mealtime, the PlanetBox Rover Stainless Steel Lunchbox is an eco-friendly solution that makes packing school lunches easy. It has four main compartments and one spot that holds a treat plus two leak-proof containers for “wet” foods. It’s perfect for small portion sizes and keeps foods separated for picky eaters. Start by filling the larger, sandwichsized compartment with the main dish then add fresh fruit, veggies and other snacks to the smaller compartments. This durable lunchbox is built to last, dishwasher safe and toxin-free (no lead, PVC, phthalates or BPA materials). Visit PlanetBox.com for more information.
Secure, Convenient, On-the-Go Valuables Storage
Built to provide premium protection for smartphones, cameras, keys, cash, jewelry and more, the Master Lock 5900D Portable Safe keeps items secure whether on or off campus. It features durable construction made to withstand everyday use and is water resistant, so students can lock up valuables using their own combination for keyless convenience. The cable can wrap tightly to the safe then be securely fixed around an object or used as a carrying handle. Shockabsorbing foam lines the storage area and an ear bud or charging cable access port offers on-the-go convenience. Find more information at MasterLock.com.
and school supplies. When choosing a backpack, look for features like padded shoulder straps, built-in organizational tools and multiple compartments - including padded ones for laptops or other electronic devices - to help distribute weight evenly and keep belongings organized. Additionally, select one that reflects your personal preferences. From classic designs to trendy patterns, there are nearly options available to
Enjoy a Seamless Audio Experience
Whether you’re listening to music during your commute, participating in online classes or working on multimedia projects, headphones are an essential school supply for many students in today’s digital age. To enhance your learning experience, choose headphones that provide noise cancellation, comfort, durability and superior sound quality. Over-ear headphones typically provide better sound isolation and are more comfortable for extended use, but in-ear headphones provide ultra-portable convenience. Decide which type best suits your needs best and choose a color or pattern that also reflects your personal style.
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The dawn of a new school year is a time marked by change and fresh opportunities. For many children, school marks the first time they are away from their parents for an extended period of time. It also may be the first time they ride in a vehicle other than their parents’ cars.
A refresher course in school bus safety
Each school day, 25 million children ride a bus to school in the United States. A school bus is among the safest modes of transport and one of the most regulated vehicles on the road, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Riding a school bus can be a novel experience no
matter a student’s age or grade. Kindergarteners may be introduced to the school bus on their first day of school, while older students are no doubt familiar with life inside a school bus. But all students and families can benefit from a refresher course on school bus procedures to ensure this school year begins on safe footing.
carefully supervised.
• Be visible. Always cross in front of the bus, making eye contact with the driver so that he or she knows your intentions before crossing. If you drop
something, do not bend down to pick it up. Tell the driver instead.
• Remain seated. Find a seat promptly and remain seated for the duration of the ride. Do not stand up
and proceed down the center aisle until the bus has stopped.
• Minimize distractions. Always speak softly and behave so that you do not distract the driver.
• Be a smart pedestrian. Riding the school bus is very safe, but injuries can occur walking to and from the bus stop. Watch for cars backing out of driveways and always look both ways multiple times before crossing streets.
• Remember school bus laws. Most areas of the country have specific school bus laws that include stopping when red lights are flashing on the school bus. Cars must stop whether they’re behind the school bus, next to it or on the opposite side of the street facing the bus. Stopping allows passengers to enter or exit the bus safely.
• Stand away from the curb. The National Safety Council advises keeping six feet, or three giant steps, away from the curb while waiting for the bus. Young children should be
School buses are very safe vehicles, but passengers need to do their part to avoid injury.
Mission Hospital McDowell offers expansive care to the community
As I become more immersed in the daily life of Mission Hospital McDowell (MHM) and our community, I am struck by the breadth of our services and care, which are truly exceptional. We face unique challenges as a rural hospital, and with the support of our community, Board, team members, and HCA Healthcare, we are positioned securely for the future. This is comforting, after witnessing firsthand the struggles of other, and even the closure of, many rural hospitals over the past 15
years. It’s also important for our community to understand how diverse our services are, and that they allow our neighbors from McDowell and the surrounding counties access to care right here, close to home.
We are equipped with 23 acute care beds and offer inpatient care that includes excellent medical surgical services with three Operating Rooms, one C-section suite, and an endoscopy suite, an intensive care unit, respiratory care, and
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sophisticated imaging services, such as contrast enhanced mammography, ultrasound, MRI and CT scans, X-ray capabilities, and nuclear medicine, which employs radioactive tracers to diagnose and treat disease.
MHM is also equipped with six state-of-the-art birthing suites, so families can welcome their new additions in comfort. These spaces are designed so that a mother can stay in the same place during labor and delivery, as well as in her recovery and postpartum periods. When a mother-tobe doesn’t have to move in and out of different spaces during her birth experience, it’s less stressful for her and she can concentrate on her baby. These suites are
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home-like and soothing, and new moms have access to postpartum support, even after they are discharged, including lactation support.
Our impressive outpatient services consist of an Emergency Department with 15 examination rooms, surgical services, infusion services, a lab and pharmacy, imaging, and an excellent cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program. Patients who have experienced a cardiac event or chronic pulmonary disease can build their physical strength and recover in a supervised setting, as well as receive education on supporting their heart and breathing health and connecting with other patients who have been through the same experience.
you’re a dedicated athlete or a weekend warrior, we can help you heal from sportsrelated injuries and teach you how to lower your risk for them in the future.
Our Sleep Center allows patients to participate in sleep studies and get treatment for sleep-related health issues, from insomnia to sleep apnea. We are learning more and more about how invaluable quality rest is to our wellbeing.
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68. Omitted from printed matter
69. Upper body part CLUES DOWN 1. Two-toed sloth 2. Cooking ingredient 3. Iranian city 4. Accuses 5. Corrie
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In addition to the above outpatient services, we have a robust offering of physical, occupational, and speech therapies, including massage therapy. Patients in need of help relearning daily living tasks, regaining or improving their speech capabilities, and healing from a health crisis such as a stroke or traumatic accident can receive physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy at MHM. Occupational therapists help patients by creating highly customized treatment plans that allow them to function more fully, whether they’re experiencing physical, cognitive, or sensory challenges.
Patients can also take advantage of our sports medicine program — whether
Our $20 million expansion was unveiled late last year, giving us 32,000 additional square feet for 12 additional beds, and comprehensive medical and social support services for expectant mothers prior to birth. For example, we offer fetal assessment, continuous monitoring of the mother’s vital signs, education, and testing that are all focused on a healthy pregnancy and safe birthing experience. Additionally, the way that our expansion was designed gives us the ability to expand to accommodate future and ever-changing needs.
The MHM team takes pride in the designations we’ve earned, including being named one of America’s best maternity hospitals by Newsweek, recognition as a Top 100 Hospital by Fortune/ PINC AI, and earning acute stroke-ready hospital status, per the Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. We recognize these accolades humbly because we know that creating a culture of
continuous improvement and striving to provide unmatched care to our community is the only maintain our excellence and build more trust within our community. Finally, community members in need of cardiology care, general surgery services, urology, OB/GYN, and orthopedics care can access these services as well. Mission My Care Now — McDowell can help you by providing routine walk-in primary care, and you can depend on us for primary care and pediatrics services also. Our Occupational Medicine services address work-related illness or injury.
MHM’s diverse services offer our community the most advanced care, no matter what your life stage is, and we are dedicated to making your experience here personalized, safe, and marked by compassion. We remain grateful that you entrust us with your care.
Lee Higginbotham is Chief Executive Officer of Mission Hospital McDowell in Marion. He is an accomplished healthcare leader with nearly three decades of diverse experience in healthcare. A native of Charlottesville, Virginia, Higginbotham earned his Master of Health Care Administration (MHA) from The Medical College of Virginia and is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. He resides in Marion. Lee is most proud to be a husband to his best friend and father of three remarkable children.
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ESTATE SALE SATURDAY, AUGUST 17TH. 7 am-12 pm. Household items, some furniture. (Brittain Village) 3017 Poplar Circle, Shelby, NC 28152
MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat., Aug. 31st, 2024 from 7:00 AM - ? Multi Family yard sale. Everything must go. 625 Old Charles Road, Shelby, NC 28152
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RUTHERFORD COUNTY
RAIN OR SHINE. SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 8AM-noon. Furniture, misc. items, biscuits. Spindale Covenant Brethren Church Fellowship Hall; 128 Sterling Street, Spindale, NC 28160
ESTATE SALE: FRIDAY & SATURDAY. August 16 & 17. Rain or Shine. 7:30am2:30pm both days. This is only a partial listing of items: Dining suite, leather sofa, matching leather chairs w/ ottomans, queen bed, dresser, blanket chest, nightstand, multiple tables, secretary, washer & dryer, many area rugs, glassware, lots of kitchenware, 65” Samsung TV, buffet, wicker porch set, HUGE amount of local art, prints, canvas, paints, brushes, frames, other art supplies. Over 200 pairs of name brand women’s shoes (size 6-7). Garage full of all kinds of household. New sheets, comforters, pillows, blankets, lots of ladies perfume, ladies scarves, large book collection, lots of music CD’s movie DVD’s & older VHS tapes. NOTE: This is a restricted neighborhood. No parking allowed in any yards other than where the sale is, no blocking driveways of other residence. 108 Augusta Drive (off Railroad Avenue in Sparks Crossing) Spindale, NC 28160
FOR SALE
ONE GRAVE PLOT. Forest Lawn West Veteran Section, Charlotte, NC. 1/2 price -$2,300. I will pay $295 transfer fee. 704-240-8101.
TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704-434-6389, (704) 473-0867
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788
HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855
METAL ROOFING FOR SALE INSTOCK! Deliveries Twice A Week. One Piece or the Whole Roof. J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 245-5895
MICROTECH KNIVES ON SALE! We have 1 OZ. SILVER BARS & ROUNDS Available (While Supplies Last)* Plus: More KNIVES•KNIVES•KNIVES at Jake’s Knives & Coins located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. Call 704-600-6996 or (980) 295-5568
ITEMS FOR SALE. Whirlpool Washer and KitchenAid Dryer-$150 for the pair. Also, Antique Pump Organ-$250 obo. Call (704) 472-7974
KING SUITE, SLED BED. 9 drawer dresser with mirror, 6 drawer men’s dresser, 2 marble top bedside tables. $2,000. 828-289-5184. no calls before 8AM.
STEEL BUILDINGS. “Large On Site Display”. Concrete Pads, Grading, Plumbing, Electrical. “One Stop Shop For All !” J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, 2690 Hwy. 221 South. (828) 245-5895
CARPORTS, GARAGES, BOAT, RV COVER HAY BARNS, Etc. “Check Out Our Price Before You Buy... There Is Difference!” J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 245-5895
STORAGE BUILDINGS
WOOD OR METAL. New, Used, Repo. New Buildings from $3756.00. Inventory changes weekly! J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895
TRAILERS NEW5X10 WITH GATE $1395. Areas Largest Trailer Inventory, Equipment, Dumps, Landscape, Enclosed, Gooseneck “New & Used”. Best Cash Deals Around, Credit Cards, Financing, Rent to Own, No Credit Check Available. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City. (828) 245-5895
NEW-USED TRAILERS PARTS & ACCESSORIES
FOR ALL TYPES OF TRAILERS. 1500 Square Feet of Parts, Axles, Tires, Lights, Gates, Ramps, etc. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, (828) 245-5895
FOR SALE
XPEDITION XPLORER HUNT-
ING BOW. 30 in axle to axle, 60 lb draw weight, 27-30 in draw length, wrist sling (864) 4906221 hhmoorhead@gmail.com
TINY HOUSE / OFFICE UNIT. 12’ X 28’. Small Kitchen, 1/2 Bath, TV on Wall, Heat & Air. $35,900. Deliver & Blocked. “Financing Available”. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City. (828) 245-5895
TWO CEMETERY PLOTS in Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery, spaces 1 & 2, lot 135, Beatitudes section. $2500. for both. 864-414-9940.
HUBCAPS FOR 05 CHEVY MALIBU. 15 inch. Used, good condition, clean. 3 available. $25.00 each plus shipping or 3 for $60.00. Accept Paypal. mae7823@gmail.com
GE HEAVY DUTY LARGE CAPACITY washer with matching dryer. Like new. $375. Will deliver. Please call 828-289-3371.
CAR PARTS FOR SALE. 19982003 Chevy S10 tailgate & rear bumper-$40 each. 1998-2012 Chevy Silverado aluminum radiator & dual electrical fan. Best offer. Misc. Chevy Silverado parts.704-600-5033.
74 BYPASS IS FOR SALE. Visit www.74ByPass.com to get a price within hours. NC4Ever@ USA.com
USED CAMPER TOPS FOR SALE: Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828-351-8846.
ONE ACRE LOT FOR SALE. on Shelby Lawndale Road. Call 828-395-3928 for more details.
TRUMP VANCE MAGNETS AND BUTTONS. Visit www. NC4Ever.com to see pics of TRUMP VANCE Magnets and Buttons for sale. NC4Ever@ USA.com
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
WANT TO BUY SHIHTZU PUPPY!!! Prefer very young puppy. Text 828-748-2241.
FARM & GARDEN
GRASSHOPPER MOWER FOR SALE. 725D Diesel, 61” deck front mount with grass pickup & hopper. Many extra parts/supplies. $3,850. 704472-6226.
BOATS
2007 BENTLEY PONTOON 24’ 90HP motor, 24 foot Wesco trailer. 828-245-1660 or 828429-0559. Call for price.
PETS & LIVESTOCK
BELGIUM MALINOIS PUPPIES. 6 week old Belgium malinois puppies need forever homes. Text me for more information 252 259 2490. (252) 259-2490 charorrin@gmail. com
HENS FOR SALE. 4 Types - Brahma, Ameraucana, Red Producer & Cochins $30 each. Call (828) 289-7719
FREE KITTENS TO GOOD HOME. 19 weeks old, 2 male, all black. Must bring cat carrier. 704-435-3970. (704) 435-3970
FULL BLOODED MINI SCHNAUZER PUPPIES. Beautiful full blooded Mini Schnazuers. UTD on shots, tails docked, well socialized ready to go to their forever home. Text or call 704-616-6273. More pictures can be seen on FB Lisa’s Mini Schnauzers. (704) 616-6273 lpastore3@yahoo.com
MOTHER CAT SPAYED, SHOTS UTD. Also 18 week old kitten. Free to good home. (704) 562-0370
DOG KENNELS. 5X10X6, 10x10x4, 10x10x6, 10x20x6. Single Kennel, Double Kennel or Triple Kennel. Dog Houses. Rain Tops Available. “Pickup or Delivery Available.” J. Johnson Sales, Forest City (828) 2455895
MINI SCHNAUZER AVAILABLE. Beautiful mini Schnauzer puppies available 8/15. Will have UTD shot, have been dewormed and vet checked. Call or text for info. (704) 616-6273 lpastore3@yahoo.com
GERMAN SHEPHERD FOR SALE. 4 years old, male, full blooded, all shots, needs to be rehomed. Rehome for $150. 828-755-1038.
BLUE HEELER / LABRADOODLE PUPPIES. Buy one for $100 or two for $75 each. Four and half months old. No Sunday calls. 828-829-3476.
CHIWEENIE PUPPIES. 3 males, 12 weeks old. 1 female Chihuahua, 15 weeks, $350 each. Chihuahua mix male, 1 year old. $75. 704-466-5790. Continued To Page 23
PETS & LIVESTOCK
GORGEOUS MINI GOLDENDOODLE PUPPIES. Raised with children. Expected to get around 20 lbs. Vet checked & UTD on shots & wormings. Delivery available. (724) 549-4771 branludw@aol.com
FREE TO GOOD HOMES. Pit puppies. Some Red, some Blue. Had first shots & wormed. Text me at 704-312-5510. I’ll call back.
KOI FISH FOR SALE. All colors; short and long fin; 3”-4” fish $1.; larger fish $5.-$10. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@ gmail.com
GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES CKC registered. Located in Kings Mountain, NC. Dad is AKC/CKC registered. Mom is CKC registered. Born 6/19/2024. Sables, Black/Tans, and Solid Blacks. De-wormed at 2, 4, & 6 weeks and puppy vaccines at 6 weeks. Both Mom and Dad are on site and have been DNA tested through Embark $900 Please call or text (704) 466-2796
CKC BOSTON TERRIERS. 1 male and 1 female born 5/20/24. Vet checked and vaccinations current.$600 (980) 389-3747 jbrbsmith18@gmail. com
PETS & LIVESTOCK
GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. Big & beautiful, were born to AKC registered Magnus vom Walls (100lbs) & Mishka (88lbs). Magnus is 5th in the US Seiger show and is the off spring of Negus de Marka IGP3. 4 males & 2 females available July 19. Puppies come with shots, Vet health screening, packet to include registration. 828-292-3001, 828-455-9988 rsutak26@ hotmail.com (828) 292-3001 rsutak26@hotmail.com
CARS & TRUCKS
2002 CHEVROLET CC7H042 44,700 miles, $30000, 2nd Owner. Barn kept, low mileage. Up to date federal inspection. Alcoa Wheels. 20 ft bed. Used as nursery delivery truck only and sold nursery and no longer need truck. No CDL required (828) 713-3531 brad@greenriverbotanicals.com
2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE. 98,000 miles, $5500. Winchester Model 94 30-30 Rifle, $650. 30-30 Ammo $20 a box. American Arms 5 shot pistol 2 cylinders, 22LR, 22MAG $350.
2003 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250 Automatic, 7.3 Lite V-8 Engine. Tan Leather Interior. Upgrade Maintenance that included New Turbo and Injectors. Have Service Documents. Pioneer Radio. Only 138,800 miles. $28500.00 call (704) 300-1818
1996 BOUNDER RV. Approximately 53,000 miles. $16,422. (704) 689-4001
2020 FOREST RIVER CRUISE LITE. Sleeps 5, has an electric fireplace, full size refrigerator, 2 TV’s, full size sofa. Must Sell! Comes with towing package. $25,000. Call 704692-5200 for more info. Ask for Raymond, (704) 692-5200
CAMPERS
CAMPER TRAILER CONQUEST GULFSTREAM 2021. 18ft, Camper Trailer. Electric awning and gas, sleeps 4-5! $11,500 or best offer! Plus extras tools! Like new! (704) 419-9747
MOTORCYCLES & ATVS
2013 HARLEY DAVIDSON ULTRA CLASSIC 1850CC, new battery, very clean, great condition, asking $9,000. 2009 Yamaha VStar 1300CC, new tires & battery, asking $5,500. 828-289-8943
1979 HARLEY DAVIDSON FXR 80. This Classic Motorcycle is Practically All Original! It Runs Great!. Only $7900. MUST SEE! Call (704) 4877894
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
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) 4827723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@ RPMMANAGED.COM
2 &3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 739-0259
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299
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
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
FOR RENT IN KINGS MOUNTAIN. Mobile Home on 2 acres private lot. NO PETS. $1200 deposit $300 weekly. 704-4669984 for details.
FOR RENT, KINGS MTN. Mobile Home on private lot, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. $1000 deposit, $250 week. NO PETS. Background & Credit Check required. (704) 466-9984
LINCOLN COUNTY FOR RENT. $900.00 per month. $900.00 deposit. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, Cherryville area, no pets, no smoking. 704435-2542, leave message if no answer, 704-898-5208., (704) 435-2542 awb311@aol.com
RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $700 per month. 828-382-0475.
