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Salvation Army has new administrators The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Article & Photos By Jean Gordon Sgt. Joseph Rodgers and Sgt. Patti Rodgers came to the area six months ago for their first assignment with the Salvation Army. The couple, married 31 years, are the administrators of The Salvation Army of Cleveland and Rutherford Counties. In their duties they oversee all operations from the most recent Christmas Cheer Center/ Angel Tree drive, the Red Kettle collections, to helping prepare the thrift stores for the afterholiday sales and helping with human services programs. Though new to the area, the couple lives in Shelby, Sgt. Joe has been connected with the Salvation Army since he was a young boy. When he was 10, he attended the Salvation Army in his hometown of Sumter, South Carolina and the following summer went to the Salvation Army’s Camp Walter Johnson in Denton. He later worked at the camp during the summer of 1988. The couple met through a mutual friend in Sumter in June of 1991 and the rest is history. They fell in love, had four children and have 10 grandchildren. The couple talked about the Salvation Army’s work recently as the after-Christmas sale was ongoing at the Forest City thrift store location. Sgt. Joe said prior to his employment with Salvation Army he worked in pest control, in hospital security at Prisma Health Oconee in Oconee County and in October of 2021, he became the Corps Mission Associate for the Anderson, South Carolina Corps of The Salvation Army. While the couple was in Oconee County, Sgt. Patti worked for seven years at Prisma in housekeeping and later worked as a house monitor at a Salvation Army shelter in Anderson. Their June 2023 appointment to Rutherford and Cleveland county’s Salvation Army programs is their first appointment for the Salvation Army as Corp. Administrators.

Joseph and Patti Rodgers.

In their new roles Sgt. Joe is the Corps Administrator and Sgt. Patti is the Assistant Administrator. “But if I am not here, she can do all of this,” Sgt. Joe said. “The Salvation Army is my church and I have been a soldier member for 37 years,” Sgt. Joe said. He also said the Salvation Army must meet the spiritual needs of people as well as the human needs. “If you’re shivering you need a blanket and if you’re hungry you need food,” he said. But the spiritual needs are of utmost importance, and should be met, he said. “My desire is to improve the spiritual, the physical needs and hopefully improve the emotional and mental needs as well,” Sgt. Joe said. Sgt. Patti says among the greatest needs in Rutherford County is to help people with utility payments, rental assistance and to receive food. The Salvation Army works to meet all these needs and there is a social worker on staff to address these issues daily. The Cleveland County unit has a Salvation Army Church where Sgt. Joe preaches each Sunday at 11 a.m. Sunday school begins at 10 a.m. The church is located at 305 North Layafette Street in Shelby. He also said the Shelby facility is in need of renovation. Sgt. Joe hopes one day to begin a Salvation Army

church in Rutherford County, perhaps having worship services on Sunday afternoon. While in Anderson, the couple said they began to pray for direction as to where God wanted them to go. The couple was approached in June 2022 about the possibility of coming to the area as the retirements of Sgt. Les and Sgt. Mary Ashby were imminent. The couple was asked to come to Charlotte on April 13 for what they thought was an interview. Instead it was to offer them the jobs for Rutherford and Cleveland Salvation Army positions. “They offered us the commander’s job right then,” Sgt. Joe said. “We’ve had thrift store experiences and the church experiences, but have never been in charge of a unit,” said Sgt. Joe. Six months on the job, the couple feels good about their work, but admit they have a lot to learn. Coming off the Christmas season, Sgt. Joe said there are definitely things they will do different next year. “We learned how we shouldn’t have done some things,” Sgt. Joe said. “We learned.” In Rutherford County, the Christmas Cheer Center went well with the group of already organized volunteers. The Red Kettle drive was not quite as successful, but they will work toward better ways to raise the donations for the Kettles next year that help with the social services needs of the clients as well as Christmas gifts. In 2024, Sgt. Joe hopes to have a five-member advisory council who is willing to serve with the Salvation Army to keep things moving forward. The couple came to the area from Anderson. “I love music and the outdoors and I like the slower pace of small towns,” Sgt. Joe said. “We could not have picked a better place,” he said. Sgt. Patti said she and her husband enjoy spending time with family. She enjoys crafts and he enjoys small trains.

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January 13 9am ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHER KING PRAYER BREAKFAST Where: Rutherfordton Presbyterian Church More Info: $15 for tickets;. Funds go to MLK Scholarship.

Norma Murphy, social worker with the Rutherford County Salvation Army released d the following numbers of people served in 2023: • 716 families for a total of 1,382 persons. • 458 families totaling 860 people for food assistance. • 683 persons received clothing vouchers and this totaled 6,30 6, 304 4 it item e s of em o clo oth thin ing in g gi g ve en aw a ay y.

January 14 3pm MLK COMMUNITY SERVICE Where: Piney Ridge C.M.E. Church, Union Mills

January 15 9:30am ANNUAL MLK WALK TO RUTHERFORD COUNTY COURTHOUSE Where: Meet at Rutherfordton Town Hall to walk More Info: Program on the courthouse lawn starts at 10am.

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MLK will be celebrated during three day event; concludes Monday with walk to courthouse The life and legacy of Dr Martin Luther King,Jr. will be celebrated during a three day event in Rutherford County beginning on Saturday Jan. 13 at 9 a.m. with a prayer breakfast in Rutherfordton. “Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday and the MLK Committee works to keep the holiday alive,” said Program Coordinator Doris Crute. “We are still talking about the life and legacy of MLK,” she said. Beginning Saturday morning, the MLK Committee is honoring Dr. King with the annual prayer breakfast at the Rutherfordton Presbyterian Church. The cost is $15 with all proceeds going toward the MLK Scholarship Fund in Rutherford County. Students at Chase, East Rutherford and R-S Central high schools are encouraged to pick up MLK scholarship applications from the respective guidance counselors. Scholarships will be awarded at the end of the school year. Rev. Dwight Davenport, pastor of the Macedonia A.M.E. Zion Church in Swannanoa will be the guest speaker for the prayer breakfast. On Sunday, Jan. 14, the Martin Luther King Community Service will be held at 3 p.m. at Piney Ridge C.M.E . Church at 4421 Hudlow Road in Union Mills. Speakers for the community service will be Rev Mary Scott, pastor Mountain Zion A.M.E. Zion Church in Marion and Dr. In-Yong Lee, pastor of the First United Methodist Church In Rutherfordton. On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 15 there will be a walk to the Rutherford County Courthouse lawn beginning at 9:30 a.m. as participants meet at the Rutherfordton Town Hall parking lot. From there everyone will walk to the courthouse lawn beginning at 10 a.m. Rev. Toni Bell, rector at St. Gabriel’s and St. Francis Episcopal churches in Rutherfordton and Cedric Hamilton from Hamilton Barbershop will be guest speakers. Sponsoring the event are the MLK Committee of New Hope, The Dogwood Health Trust Grant, the Town of Rutherfordton and the Rutherfordton Ministerial Alliance. The public is encouraged to attend the events. JAN 13TH

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Veterans are needed for Honor Guard Approximately 75 families in Rutherford County requested the services of the Honor Guard at the funeral of their loved one — a veteran of the military. The families contacted the funeral home that was serving them and the Military Honor Guard was contacted and they graciously agreed to help. The Rutherford County (Military) Honor Guard is a group of 21 veterans who are on call to provide military honors at the funerals of veterans who request their services. Doug Hayes, who has been a member of the Honor Guard for more than 20 years, said the group needs more military personnel to join the Honor Guard in order to keep serving families. “Right now we have about 21 people in the Honor Guard,” said Hayes. “But some of them are sick and right now can’t help us and some have moved away,” he said. He said the Guard is also aging, including himself at 76. There is a need for younger military personnel to step up. When a veteran passes away if the family wishes, the funeral home staff will notify the Honor Guard leader, Peter McCann, and request their presence and the process begins to serve. The Honor Guard works with all funeral homes in Rutherford County and even if a veteran is laid to rest in another county and the honor guard is requested, the guard will go. On January 11 (today) the Rutherford County Honor Guard is traveling to the Veterans Cemetery

Members of the Honor Guard. Doug Hayes is fifth from left and McCann is first from right. (Contributed photo)

in Black Mountain to pay honor to a Rutherford County veteran. The veteran passed away in early December. “We will go outside the county for burial if asked and if the veteran is from Rutherford County,” Hayes said. At the gravesite services of the veterans, the Honor Guard folds and presents the American flag to the family, Taps are played and the 21-gun salute is presented. At the close of the service, the Honor Guard also presents a brown envelope to the family that has the 21 shell casings and a copy of a poem read at the gravesite enclosed. “This is an honor to do this,” Hayes said, a US Army veteran. “I enjoy doing this. Just seeing the looks in the family’s eyes, the ones who really appreciate it,” Hayes said. The Honor Guard hopes men and women who have ever served in the military will want to join the work of the Honor Guard. Call Hayes at 828-980-

9810 or McCann at 828289-5356 if interested. The prospective members will be asked to attend two or three veteran funerals and will receive training. The Honor Guard does not receive pay, but any donations given are returned to the Honor Guard to help pay the expenses of the van, the ammunition and other expenses incurred. Article Provided By: Jean Gordon

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Eldercare program serves hundreds in its first year and simple home repairs, transportation to local doctor appointments, durable medical equipment and supplies, and pantry items. From December 2022 to end of year 2023, 149 home care patients were served in their homes, 135 life alert systems were provided, 33 ramps were installed, and 21,364 meals were delivered to 244 people. Patient Harriet Spencer, who is cared for by Certified Nursing Assistant Miranda Jackson in her Columbus home, is grateful for the Eldercare Program. “Eldercare has made a tremendous difference in my life. I have some mobility problems and having this program helps me with running errands and bathing and other personal tasks. Really, this has been a life saver and has allowed me to stay in my own home. I am Patient Harriet Spencer, who is cared for by Certified very grateful for the services.” Nursing Assistant Miranda Jackson. Tanya Athanaelos, whose father Paul Athanaelos of Spindale, is also very appreciative of the services he has received. “I think the Eldercare Program is phenomenal. If it wasn’t for your service, Dad would be in a nursing home. That would be devastating for us both, because I just don’t want him to have to leave his house. We love this service, and I think this program is a blessing for the community. We also have a ramp that was installed by Eldercare which was another blessing, because I could not find anyone who could help us with a ramp. I really think if it wasn’t for the Eldercare Program we would still be waiting for a ramp. My dad has also gotten the meals from your program, and we are so grateful. I don’t know what I would do without this program. Dad and I both are very grateful.” Hospice of the Carolina Paul Athanaelos of Spindale received Elder Care. Foothills transferred its hospice license to Agape Care Group The Carolina Foothills of people providing certified in May 2022, and the former Eldercare program was created nursing assistants in homes Hospice Board of Directors then December 2022 by the Carolina on a sliding scale fee, life created a public charity, the Foothills Foundation to address alert systems, home delivered Carolina Foothills Foundation, unmet needs of those 65 and meals throughout Rutherford to address eldercare, youth older in Rutherford and Polk County for those not currently development and wellness counties. Since that time, the served by the Senior Center issues in Rutherford and Polk Carolina Foothills Eldercare Program, referrals to the Counties. The primary focus program has served hundreds Meals on Wheels program in of the Foundation is to provide Polk County, mobility ramps

services through the Carolina Foothills Eldercare Program to fill the gaps in eldercare in Rutherford and Polk counties. “The Foundation Board of Directors who also previously served on the Hospice of the Carolina Foothills Board, recognized that there was little focus on meeting the needs of the elderly who don’t qualify for Medicaid or VA benefits,” Rita Burch, CEO of the Foundation and former CEO of Hospice of the Carolina Foothills said. “In just a year’s time, we feel that we have developed services that enable people

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Spelling Bee winners Lukah Walker (right) of Forest City was a runner-up in the Cherokee Charter Academy spelling bee last week. She is shown with Paislee Moss (left) school champion and Jaxen Chavis, also a runner-up. Article Provided By: Jean Gordon. Photo Contributed.

Radon Action Month: A brief rundown on radon of energy. That energy is absorbed by lung tissue, contributing to damage in the cells of the lungs that can increase cancer risk. How do I know if I’m being exposed to radon inside? Home radon test kits can be very effective at determining if radon is entering a home. These tests are inexpensive, but individuals who want a second opinion also can hire a certified radon measurement firm to test their properties. If levels are determined to be high, contact a radon remediation expert to address the issue. Can radon reenter my home? Efforts at radon mitigation are generally very effective. However, mitigation systems can fail or stop working over time. So individuals concerned about recurrence can identify what caused the initial radon exposure, such as cracked foundations, and

Lt. Allen Hardin and Det. Adrienne Wallace retired from their duties at the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office on Dec. 29. They were honored with a retirement reception at the sheriff’s department. Road Patrol Lieutenant Allen Hardin and Special Victims Unit Detective Adrienne Wallace were thanked for their services to Rutherford County and for being valuable members of the sheriff’s office. Article Provided By: Jean Gordon. Photo Contributed.

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Volunteers needed at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City. Volunteers play a tremendous role in Hospice of the Carolina providing excellent end Foothills (HOCF) is looking of life care to patients in for new volunteers to serve their homes, in local care facilities, and at the Hospice

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patients and families, but a few other areas where help is especially needed now include: • Front Desk ReceptionistsSit at the front desk at the HOCF office on Hudlow Road and receive visitors. This will take as much or as little time as one might give – and no amount of time is too small. • Hospice House GreetersSit at the front desk in the hospice house and greet visitors, sign visitors in and out, and direct them to patient rooms or answer their questions. • Veteran Volunteers- Visit veteran patients and/or assist with the Veteran Ceremonies. HOCF tries to honor every patient that is a veteran with a ceremony to show appreciation and acknowledge the military service and sacrifices made by veterans and their families. HOCF works in conjunction with Veteran’s Last Patrol, a nonprofit organization of veteran volunteers that work exclusively with hospice patients. More About Volunteering with Hospice of the Carolina Foothills • Direct Care VolunteersThe primary goal of direct care volunteers is to provide empathy, companionship, and support to both the patient and their family and caregivers. A friendly visit to talk and allow the patient to express themselves, to prayer with them, read, watch TV, play a game, provide music, or just to be a supportive presence can make a difference in a patient’s life. • Caregiver SupportCaregiving in the home can be physically and emotionally overwhelming. Respite to give a caregiver a break, running a few errands, helping with some light housework or yard work, or just giving them someone to talk to can make a difference that many of us cannot imagine.

• Veteran VolunteersVeteran volunteers visit with veteran patients and/ or assist with veteran ceremonies to honor hospice patients. Many families are loving and attentive to their hospice patient, but appreciate getting the support, connection, and information that a friend from the military community can provide. • Indirect Volunteers- For those that may not be comfortable with direct patient contact indirect volunteers are needed. Provide administrative support in our office, such as answering the phone and receiving visitors. Make “tuck in calls” to ensure patients have everything they need for the weekend and/or bereavement calls to listen and offer support. Write and address thinking of you cards to send to patients. Addressing cards and making calls can be done from home. • Hospice House VolunteersAssist at the Hospice House by greeting visitors, checking on patients, assisting at mealtime, watering plants, or shredding documents, just to name a few. • Opportunities for GroupsOpportunities are also available for groups and clubs, young and old, to make a difference. This could include providing individually wrapped snacks and candy, fruit, puddings, puzzle books, and other items to be available to patients’ families at the Hospice House; a meal for families and the staff; beautifying the grounds; donating blankets or other items that patients may needs; and handmade or bought inspirational cards, lap blankets, quilts and prayer shawls provide comfort for patients. For more information reach out to John Carroll, Volunteer Coordinator at 828-245-0095 or 828-7489410. Article Provided By: Jean Gordon

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Through February 4 January 14 What: Veteran Suicide What: MLK Community Awareness Service When: Through Feb. 4 When: January 14; 3pm Where: American Legion, Post Where: Piney Ridge C.M.E. 74, Green Hill Church, Union Mills More Info: American Legion in the Green Hill area of Rutherford January 15 County, Post 74, hosting 22aday What: Annual MLK walk to to bring awareness to Veteran Rutherford County Courthouse Suicide. The yard in front of the When: January 15; 9:30am Legion will erect 22 white crosses Where: Meet at Rutherfordton a day signifying 22 Veterans Town Hall to walk a day that commit suicide. More Info: Program on the The crosses are lit at night and there’s info available on site for courthouse lawn starts at 10am. resources the community can use January 18 to support Veterans. 22aday.org, What: Gold City Gospel americanlegion74@att.net or Concert 828-395-2223. When: January 18; 7pm Where: R-S Central High January 11 What: Auditions for “Storybook School More Info: Sponsored by Parade” When: January 11; 6:30-8:30pm Carolina Gospel Association. Where: Maple Street Theater, Tickets available: 704-678-1683 Rutherfordton for more information. More Info: Production: March 16; contact RCAC.LauraLnk@ January 20 gmail.com for more information What: Goin’ Across the Mountain Live What: Blood Drive When: January 20; 7:30pm When: Jan. 11; 10:30am-3pm Where: The Foundation Where: Thomas Jefferson Performing Arts Center; on Classical Academy, Middle the campus of Isothermal School Gym; 2527 Hwy 221 A, Community College, Spindale Mooresboro More Info: www. More Info: 1-800-733-2767. foundationshows.org January 13 January 25 What: Annual Martin Luther King prayer breakfast What: Game Night When: Jan. 13; 9am When: January 25; 10amWhere: R u t h e r f o r d t o n 2:30pm Presbyterian Church Where: Bills Creek Community More Info: $15 for tickets; funds Center go to MLK Scholarship More Info: Sponsored by Lake Lure Newcomers Club & Bill’s What: Blood Drive Creek Community Club; call 828When: Jan. 13, 10am-2:30pm 375-7480 for more information. Where: Brock Family Care; 289 Shiloh Rd., Forest City January 28 More Info: 828-382-7282. What: Stronger 1-800-733-2767. Together Service What: Rutherford County When: January 28; 11am Farmers Market Where: R-S Central When: Jan. 13; 10am-2pm Where: Park Square, Forest City High School More Info: MultiWhat: Symphony of Rutherford d e n o m i n a t i o n a l community worship County 2024 first rehearsal When: Jan.13; 9:30am service. Where: 438 W. Main St., Forest DEADLINE FOR City COMMUNITY More Info: Music distribution CALENDAR: for the Spring Concert MONDAY10AM

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Is soup the ultimate cold medicine? According to data collected by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association, the average consumer shops for overthe counter medicine 26 times a year, with peak visits occurring in the wintertime, when colds and flu infections are prominent. To make cold-related matters worse, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration panel concluded in September 2023 that the Soup may be the best medicine popular decongestant when a person has a cold. Its many phenylephrine, which is properties may help make soup as found in many over-theeffective, or even more so, than some counter cold remedies, products at the pharmacy. is ineffective when taken orally. Phenylephrine Having a cold is not fun. the standard A stuffy nose, sniffles, sore became throat, and other symptoms decongestant in formulations pseudoephedrine, make having a cold a generally when another decongestant, became unpleasant experience.

more closely regulated due to its usage in the production of illegal drugs like meth. Phenylephrine products became the go-to, as they did not need to be stored behind pharmacy counters and “signed out” like products that included pseudoephedrine. Rather than accepting their cold symptoms this season, individuals may want to turn to something much more natural that also has great promise: soup. It is no old wive’s tale that soup can be helpful for colds and other illnesses. In fact, Egyptian Jewish physician Moshe ben Maimonides prescribed chicken soup as a treatment for respiratory tract illnesses as early as the 12th century. Penn Medicine advises that soup can be a go-to food to combat illness because it is light, easy-to-

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Start the New Year Off Right by Prioritizing Your Health remember that exercise not only benefits you physically, it is a boost to your mental health as well. Finally, there is hardly a person on earth who does not deal with regular stress. The sources are varied, but include work, relationships with family and friends, health concerns, and more, and when our stress ratchets up, managing it becomes challenging. Unfortunately, when we are stressed, we can be more prone to do things that are not supportive of our health, like eat unhealthy foods, drink too much alcohol, or compromise our rest by staying up too late and binging on our favorite series. Though these may feel right in the moment, ultimately, they are not. Stress relievers that do work include adopting a mindfulness practice like meditation, enjoying nature, spending time with people you love, and carving out time for self-care, whether that means a long bath or digging into a good book. How we manage our stress, nourish ourselves, and exercise our bodies greatly impacts our health.

Failing to take good care of ourselves increases our risk for conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. The good news is that it is within our power to take control of our health in these ways, and to partner with our primary care providers to do all we can to care for ourselves so we can prevent health conditions from arising and live our healthiest lives. No matter what, however, Mission Hospital McDowell is here to care for you in

challenging times, when you seek routine care, and everything in between. The hospital team remains dedicated to your wellbeing and will continue to be committed to providing the best care this year and beyond. Tonia W. Hale, DNP, MAOM, BSN, RN, is Chief Executive Officer and Chief Nursing Officer of Blue Ridge Regional Hospital in Spruce Pine. Hale is a proven leader with more than 35 years of progressive healthcare

experience. A native of East Tennessee, she holds an associate’s degree in nursing from Walters State Community College, a baccalaureate degree in nursing from the University of Tennessee, a master’s degree in organizational management from Tusculum University, and a doctor of nursing practice degree in executive leadership from East Tennessee State University. Ms. Hale is currently a resident of Burnsville. Article Provided By: Nancy Lindell

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I’m Tonia Hale, CEO of Blue Ridge Regional Hospital and also interim CEO for Mission Hospital McDowell. I will have the privilege of writing the Mission Hospital McDowell CEO columns in the interim between the departure of our previous CEO, Marsha Myers, and the arrival of our new CEO. Marsha did an excellent job overseeing exciting growth at MHM during her time here, including the new hospital expansion – an additional 28,000 square feet that includes a two-level tower and 12 new beds, new equipment, and other features to facilitate the hospital’s services. We wish her continued success in her next endeavor as she relocates to be closer to her family. Since my first column happens to fall in the New Year, I would like to talk about how we can get 2024 off to a healthy start by making some resolutions that are attainable. Developing good health habits, like eating better, moving more, and taming stress, don’t have to be hard and can become

things you look forward to doing. When it comes to diet, most of us have just come off of a period that was filled with parties, rich food, and sweet treats. It doesn’t serve to beat ourselves up if we have gained a few pounds, it is better to focus on getting back into better eating habits. A healthier diet starts with incorporating nutrient-dense foods into your everyday life, including plenty of fruits and vegetables, low-fat dairy products, legumes like beans and peas, nuts and seeds. Try to opt for healthier forms of animal protein too, like fish, as opposed to deli meats and red meat. The more you can avoid processed foods, like those where the ingredient lists are lengthy, and fast food, the better it will be for your health. It’s possible to prepare meals for dinner on the weekends and freeze them for the coming week, and many nutritious and delicious recipes can be prepared within 30 minutes. Meal planning is a great way to avoid the drive-thru. Getting enough exercise doesn’t have to feel like torture either. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that we get 150 minutes of physical activity, five days per week. That works out to about 30 minutes per day, and it can include everything from walking your dog to swimming or doing yardwork. Getting good exercise doesn’t have to mean joining a gym or pushing yourself to the limit. And it’s important to

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The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) invites those filing a 2023 North Carolina state tax return to donate all or a portion of their refund to the N.C. Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Fund. Contributions will support research and conservation management projects for the state’s most vulnerable wildlife populations. “Funds donated using the taxcheckoff program amplify those provided by a federal grant for species of greatest conservation need (SGCN) in North Carolina,” said Sara Schweitzer, assistant chief of NCWRC’s Wildlife Management Division. “A $100 donation is matched by $186 in grants—truly boosting SGCN conservation in North Carolina. Our biologists and sea turtle nesting research project agency partners are working around that resulted in determining a the clock to enhance habitat and substantial increase in loggerhead populations like wetlands for gopher sea turtle nests over the past 15 frogs, salamanders and turtles. The years. Loggerhead sea turtles are support is more than matched and listed as a threatened species. Other makes this conservation possible!” successful projects supported by the Funds have supported projects tax check-off program can be found to increase gopher frog populations in the NCWRC’s Wildlife Diversity and provided analysis to improve Program’s quarterly reports. surveying abilities and detection Taxpayers can easily participate of hellbenders in western river by checking line 30 on their North systems. The program supported a

Carolina state income tax form; or, if filing through an online tax preparation software, enter the contribution amount when prompted to “N.C. Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Fund.” For those wishing to donate and do not expect a state tax refund, direct donations may be made online to support nongame wildlife through the N.C. Wildlife Diversity Endowment Fund. Article by: ncwildlife.org.

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My deer season is over. As I write, I have one more afternoon before I wrap it up for the year. Sure, there are still opportunities in the south, but right now I need my early mornings for work. I love that time of day. To say I’m an early riser would probably be an understatement for most people. I’m not bragging about it. I’m just saying while some GARY MILLER people can burn the midnight oil, and get their best work in at that time, I’m the one that has to beat the sunup by several hours. The hours before eight o’clock are monumental for me when it comes to what I get accomplished the rest of the day. And since I like to ride bikes, I’m sometimes able to take those early afternoons and take in a few miles before most people are getting off work. In some ways, hunting season steals that from me – or at least causes me to make difficult choices. If I hunt, my workday starts later, and that makes me feel rushed. But if I don’t hunt, I have nothing to write to you about. I wish I could make hunting a part of my work! Well, I actually do. You see, I’ve been doing this little article for over 20 years. It is a part of a larger ministry that I do that involves hunters and fishermen. When I hunt or fish, I am not only able to find truths for writing, but I’m able to identify with the ones that I write or speak to. If I quit doing those things, it wouldn’t take long before I would be out of touch with what’s going on. It wouldn’t be long before I would not be able to identify with the emotions and experiences those that I want to reach go through. I could say I know. I could read about it. I could even create some venue for hunters to live in, but I could not really identify with all the ups, downs, successes, failures, and near-misses outdoorsmen go through. To truly identify is not to only sympathize, but it is to empathize. And what is better than to imagine that you are walking in the shoes of someone else, is to actually lace up your boots in the same way and at the same time, as they do. It is to be them, to take on their life, and to live what they live. And when I have done that, I am able to go to them in their weakest and darkest hour, and not be concerned about saying the right words or acting a certain way. I can simply arrive, put a hand on a back, and say “I know.” Because they know you too have been where they are now. And now you know why God sent Jesus into the world.

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information and analysis, at WUNC — North Carolina Public Radio, a public radio service, is helping people become more acquainted with state parks in North Carolina. WUNC has teamed up with North Carolina State Parks rangers to put together a brand-new free resource, called “WUNC’s Guide to North Carolina State Parks,” filled with recommendations for outdoor excursions. The resource includes ideas for beginner-friendly hikes, overnight excursions, lazy river floating, ferry boat marshland tours, and more. The public can get a free copy of “WUNC’s Guide to North Carolina State Parks. Visit www.wunc.org for more information. There are 41 state parks an 18-mile mountain bike loop. Elevations up to 3,000 in North Carolina. feet and an 80-foot waterfall A few facts about the provide excellent views. Just south of Morganton parks: and Valdese is the largest • Chimney Rock Park was state park in North Carolina. acquired by NC State Parks • Fort Macon State Park is the second most visited in 2007. • The largest state park in state park in North Carolina, North Carolina with more with an annual visitation of than 40 miles of trails and 1.3 million, despite being

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Window decorating contest winners The Forest City Merchants Association recently announced the winners of the annual Holiday Window Decorating Contest open to merchants on Main Street. Windows were judged on creativity, craftsmanship, holiday spirit, connection with the business and visibility day and night. The first place winner was Dove Tails and Rusty Nails. The People’s Choice Award went to the The Fox Tribe Boutique. Article Provided By: Jean Gordon. Photos Contributed.

Discover delicious plant-based recipes at eatpecans.com. Pecan “Meat:” 2 1/2 cups water 1 cup pecans 1/2 cup portobello mushrooms 2 tablespoons taco seasoning 2 tablespoons tamari sauce or soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon liquid smoke 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo sauce Pineapple Salsa: 1 pineapple, diced 2 Roma tomatoes, diced 1-2 jalapenos, diced 1 cup cilantro, finely chopped 1 red onion, diced 1/4 cup lime juice salt, to taste Chipotle Crema: 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce 1 cup vegan mayo 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons vinegar 2 tablespoons plant-based milk 1 teaspoon agave 1/2 teaspoon salt To make pecan “meat:” In bowl of boiling water, soak pecans, covered, at least 30 minutes, or overnight in room temperature water for softer texture. Drain pecans and place in food processor with mushrooms. Pulse mixture to texture resembling meat crumbles. Avoid over-pulsing. In pan over medium heat, add pecan mixture, taco seasoning, tamari sauce, minced garlic, liquid smoke and vegan Worcestershire sauce. Cook 7-10 minutes then add chipotle in adobo. Cook 3 minutes. To make pineapple salsa: Combine pineapple, tomatoes, jalapenos, cilantro, red onion, lime juice and salt, to taste. To make chipotle crema: Combine chipotle peppers, vegan mayo, garlic, vinegar, milk, agave and salt. To assemble bowls, place pecan mixture in bowl followed by pineapple salsa and chipotle crema.

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Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont (GSCP2P) is kicking off the 2024 Girl Scout Cookie season! This annual sale, where local Girl Scouts unbox their futures as young female entrepreneurs through the world’s largest entrepreneurial program for girls, remains a favorite for the community. Girls use their entrepreneurial spirits and learn important life skills, including goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics, by participating in the program. All proceeds from the cookie program stay within the local GSCP2P area (which covers 40 counties in western and central North Carolina) and with the troops to power Girl Scouts’ amazing experiences year-round. This season, cookie lovers can enjoy the full assortment of Girl Scout Cookie favorites, including Thin Mints, Caramel deLites, Peanut Butter Patties, Peanut Butter Sandwiches, Lemonades, Trefoils, ToastYay!, Adventurefuls and (in select quantities) the glutenfree Caramel Chocolate Chip. Nearly 700 thousand girls participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program nationally,

which provides vital girl-led skills that build courage, confidence and character. When goalgetting Girl Scouts sell a package of cookies, they’re doing much more than what’s seen at face value. Every box of cookies sold provides invaluable experiences for Girl Scouts such as service projects, troop travel and summer camp. Girl Scouts can also earn a variety of badges and awards to develop valuable business skills including Cookie Business badges, Financial Literacy badges, Cookie Entrepreneur Family pins and Entrepreneur badges. Here are ways to find cookies near you this season: • If you know a registered Girl Scout, reach out to her to find out how you can purchase cookies from her. • Beginning January 19, customers who do not already know a Girl Scout can use the Girl Scout Cookie Finder at www.girlscoutsp2p.org/en/ cookies.html to find a local booth, purchase cookies and/ or to donate cookies to our Cookies for a Cause service project that will be giving cookies to our local first responders and U.S. military in the states and overseas. • Order cookies online and have them shipped to your door- while still supporting our local troops. Visit www. gir lscoutsp2p.org/en/ cookies/find-cookies.html and click on the Community Troop link at the bottom of the page for more details.

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How to host a fun playoff watch party skills. A game watch party is a great way to enjoy the action with fellow fans, friends and family. The following are some ways hosts can take those football festivities up a notch. • Provide ample room and seating. When hosting a party for the big game, pick a room in the house with enough room and seating to accommodate all of your guests. Folding chairs can be brought in to the viewing area to ensure everyone has a seat, Playoff season is set to heat up on the gridiron. Game watches but the right viewing area make for a great way to enjoy the game with fellow fans. is one where additional January is among the Football League playoffs, seats won’t make colder months of the year, which begins with wild card everyone feel as though but for football fans things weekend on January 13. they are sitting on top of one are just starting to heat up That schedule can warm another. A basement or open when the calendar turns to the hearts of football fans no concept living room makes a new year. In addition to matter how cold it may be for an ideal viewing area. featuring the College Football outside. • Set up more than one With so many great games viewing Playoff semifinals (January area. Football 1) and championship game on the horizon, now is the certainly has its share of (January 8), January also time for football fanatics to fanatical fans, but it also has ushers in the National brush up on their hosting plenty of casual fans who

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Each day through February 4, volunteers from military organizations in the county will place 22 crosses on the lawn of the Legion Post 74 in Green Hill off Hwy. 64/74 to represent the 22 military veteran suicides per day. Members of the nonprofit organization were in Green Hill last week and began the process. The Marine Corps League in Forest City and the Disabled American Veterans are also assisting with placing the crosses each day. They are lit at night. If interested in helping or to volunteer visit: 22aday.org. Article Provided By: Jean Gordon. Photos Contributed.

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By: Jean Gordon It was one of those Sunday afternoons recently when I felt like riding around. Just after Christmas Day, I was a bit nostalgic and wanted to see some of the places I’d grown up. Unlike many of the people who call Rutherford County home after living elsewhere in the country or world, I am a Rutherford County native. When someone asks me if I have lived here all my life, I am proud to say yes. I’ve not lived anywhere else. I went to Isothermal Community College after high school and was already in the job of my dreams so I didn’t go away to school. So, yes, I’ve been here all my life. I have lived in two homes that I can recall and in Rutherfordton where I lived 25 years, I had three different apartments — one on Green Street, one on Mitchell Street and the other Lynch Street. My homes with my family were on Toms Lake Road until the fourth grade when we moved to what is now Grayson Bostic Road. After our parents passed away, I moved back to Grayson Bostic. I remembered a lot of things riding around and in my mind’s eye, I saw the good things and the not so good. Such as the time my little sister was struck by a vehicle on Toms Lake Road. Injuries were minor, but I remembered that accident recently when

I passed by the house where it happened. I remember holding her hand as we were about to cross the road to gather our neighbor’s food scraps for our pigs. My sister broke away from me and she was hit. Again, minor injuries although she did go to the emergency room in our car. I also saw the field where we built an Igloo out of hay and straw, only to be scared back into the house by long legged spiders. On the same road I passed by the narrow creek where my sisters and I and our neighbors played as children. This creek is tiny, but as little children it was a big creek where once upon a time we saw Ferdinand, rumored to be the meanest bull ever. As he stomped toward the creek we couldn’t run fast enough, we did outrun him eventually. I could see Ferdinand right there in the creek. Passing by Toms Lake is the place where we once fished and took fresh fish home for supper. We lived about 1/4 mile from the lake, so we often walked. I stopped for a moment to remember the house where Karen lived and where we played a lot, had a pajama party on the lake bank and ate cold ice cream in the summertime covered in blankets on the wrap-around porch. I also saw where we talked Karen into walking the clothes lines and I remember she fell immediately, splitting her tiny nose that also meant a trip to the ER. Coming up the ShilohDanieltown-Oakland fire station, I was reminded of all the charter members there, including our daddy, and how the families came together to raise money

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for the building and the fire engines. Every other weekend, it seemed, we helped with the community’s hot dog and hamburger sale. Before the fire station, there was a round skating rink on the property where young kids and teenagers gathered on Friday and Saturday nights to dance and skate the night away. I learned to skate there, but nothing like Chief. He could dance and skate at the same time. We passed a home where our daddy cut trees and chopped wood for people living there and made extra money for our family. That afternoon, I really didn’t venture too far beyond Danieltown and the Shiloh Elementary School where I went three years and two weeks of

my life. and writing stories, send It was there I learned me one of yours. to make friends, enjoy Are you a native? recess, eat Squeeze Cups If not, what brought you (ice cream), read, write here? and do science projects in Maybe you have the third grade. I love Rutherford County, where I’ve met so many people and had the opportunity to write a lot of stories about people, the things they accomplished or didn’t, and the way they lived their lives. As Charles Kuralt said about his popular television show, “North Carolina in My Home,” well Rutherford County is my home and I’m glad. Oh, I’ve enjoyed visiting a lot of states and another country, but I’ve always been ready to return home and never really had a desire to move. So while I’m still calling Rutherford County home

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The North Carolina Zoo, nestled in the heart of North Carolina, is world-renowned as an oasis for families, nature enthusiasts, and conservation advocates alike. With its diverse array of animal habitats, interactive programs, and immersive naturalistic design, the Zoo captivates audiences from all walks of life, as evidenced by the Zoo’s latest milestone: exceeding one million guests in a calendar year. This milestone showcases the Zoo’s growing popularity and highlights the passion shared between Zoo personnel and guests for conservation, education, and forging a deeper connection with the natural world. The previous record for highest attendance in a calendar year (930,002) was set in 2022 after the COVID pandemic. However, after welcoming dozens of new animals and earning national recognition for its talented staff in 2023, Zoo attendance skyrocketed. Guests began shattering monthly attendance records early, hinting at a particularly promising year and setting the stage for Ran Liu to be the millionth guest to enter

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Cozy up to winter movie releases (523 words, US, UK, CAN) Even though it may have been many weeks since the nation collectively adjusted their clocks to “fall back,” now that the holiday twinkle lights that illuminated homes and businesses have been put away, midwinter darkness may seem even more apparent. The hours of daylight are incrementally increasing, but with the sun still setting relatively early, those eager to fill the evening hours may be wondering how to pass the time. Watching a movie is an ideal activity for the cold, dark evenings of winter. Nestled in the theater with a bucket of popcorn and other favorite treats, moviegoers will not be bothered by falling snow or the sun

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Hong Casner Hong Casner, age 74, of Forest City, passed away Sunday, December 31, 2023. Hong was born March 5, 1949 in Vietnam. She worked as a compact operator for Sara Lee Textiles for many years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Clarence Casner and her son, Donald Lee Casner. Those left to cherish her memory include two sons, Edgar Casner (Rosana L. Lapham) and John Casner; four grandchildren. A memorial gathering for family and friends was held January 3 at Harrelson Funeral Home. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

Robert Scott Nelon Robert Scott Nelon, 69, passed away December 31, 2023. Born in 1954, he was the son of the late Arthur Nelon and Wilma Crowe McMahan. He is now reunited with his son, Joseph

David Nelon. Scott worked as a machine operator at AGI and Westrock for over 30 years. He is survived by his children: Trish Nelon Yelton, and “Rob” Robert Scott Nelon II (Amy); siblings Sherry Arms (Ronnie) and Donna Lowe; and step-mother Phebe Nelon, and three grandchildren. Services were held January 4 at Crowe’s Funeral Chapel with Rev. David Cole and Rev. Stephen Cooper officiating.

Roy Philbeck, Sr. Roy Philbeck, Sr. was promoted to his eternal home Thursday, December 28, 2023. He was born in Cherokee, SC to the late Tommy Lloyd Philbeck and Betty Crowe Vassey. He is also preceded in death by his son, Roy E. Philbeck, Jr.; sisters, Gail Case and Shirley Canipe; grandsons, Isaih Crane and Levi Bell. Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Amanda Murray (David) of Crouse, Christina Martin (Chip) and Betty Jo Philbeck of Shelby; sister, Renea Mote (Robert) of Kings Mountain; 12 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; step-children, Destiny Pittman, Cameron Pittman and Josh Bell (Sara). He was a member at Gloryland Missionary Baptist Church. He worked as Manager for Pest Control for most of his career.

Funeral Services were held January 4 at Gloryland Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor David Murray and Pastor Robert Mote officiating. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com. Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service is serving the family.

Jackie W. Frizzell Jackie W. Frizzell, age 64, of Union Mills, passed away Monday, January 1, 2024. Jackie was born November 22, 1959 in Sylva, NC to the late C.J. Frizzell and Gladys Marie Stepp Frizzell. He was a graduate of R-S Central High School. Jackie was an entrepreneur. He was a skilled automotive upholsterer and woodworker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Lee Frizzell and a niece, Regina Lynn Frizzell. Those left to cherish his memory include two nieces, Karla Loetscher (David Pittman) and Crystal Burgess (Steven) all of Ellenboro; a great niece and a great-great nephew. A private family celebration of Jackie’s life will be conducted at a later date. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

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Robin Hodge Robin Hodge, age 63, of Ellenboro, passed away Sunday, December 31, 2023. Robin was born August 30, 1960 in Rutherford County to the late Robert Harrison Harton, Jr. and Oree Hooper Ruppe. She was a graduate of Chase High School. Robin worked for Tanner Company as a retail consultant for many years and as the main cook for Roger’s Diner at the Equestrian Center. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ricky Van Hodge and a brother, Jason Ruppe. Those left to treasure her memory include her significant other, Richard Glover; her daughters, Amber Hodge of Forest City and Jessie Davis (Dustin) of Ellenboro; brother, Chris Harton (Vikki) of Traveler’s Rest, SC; sister-in-law, Cathy Kiser (Cookie) of Ellenboro. A family celebration of Robin’s life will be conducted on a date to be determined. 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.

Rick Thursby Rick Thursby, age 65, of Forest City, passed away Monday, January 1, 2024. Rick was born November 6, 1958, in Hereford, TX, to the late Laverine and Wynelle Stayton Thursby. He worked as a Customer Service Manager for AOL and Comcast. He is survived by his brothers, Gary Warren, of Jacksonville, FL, Joe Thursby, of Mill Spring, and Randy Thursby, of Forest City, several nephews and nieces; twelve great nieces and nephews; seven great-great nieces and nephews; aunt, Betty Jean Smith (Comey), of Canyon, TX; and an uncle, James Stayton (Linda), of Amarillo, TX. A Private Service for the family will be conducted. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com. Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

Barbara Bradley Barbara Bradley, age 77, of Union Mills, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Friday, December 29, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Earl Morris and Irene Morris and a native of Rutherford County. She was preceded in death by her brother Edward Morris. She was a member of Union Mills Presbyterian

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Church. She is survived by her husband Louis Bradley, one daughter Cassandra Eastman (Mark), one sister Kathryn Castelonia (Robert), three granddaughters. The funeral service was held at Union Mills Presbyterian Church on January 5 with Rev. James Koone officiating. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital; 501 St. Jude Place; Memphis, TN 38105 or online at stjude. org.

Charles Dotson Jr. Charles Wayne Dotson Jr., 78, of Forest City, passed away January 3, 2024. He was the son of the late Charles Wayne Dotson Sr. and Louise Melton Dotson. Charles was a member of Adaville Baptist Church and spent his professional career as a retired service technician with Bellsouth/AT&T. Born in 1945, Charles was a graduate of RS Central High School, and Western Carolina University. Charles is survived by his wife, Cathy Cranford Dotson, and his brothers Dean (Diane) Dotson, Frank (Sharon) Dotson, and sisterin-law Annete Dotson, his stepdaughter Trudy (Kevin) Jackson and three granddaughters and his sons, Brian and Brett Dotson. In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his infant sister, Judy Dotson, and brother, Van Dotson. A family directed memorial service was held January 6 at Adaville Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Pate officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Adaville Baptist Church Childrens and Youth Ministries at 805 Oakland Rd., Spindale, NC 28160. Online condolences may be made at www. crowemortuary.com.

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Obituaries Harold Williams Harold Williams, age 78, of Mooresboro, passed away, Saturday, January 6, 2024. Harold was born May 19, 1945 in Carter County, TN to the late Dewey Williams and Dimple Grindstaff Williams. He worked for Bethlehem Steel building ships for 20 years in Maryland and later as a bridge builder. He also worked for Stonecutter Mill and most recently at Morrow Motors. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Wayne Williams, Pete Williams, Terry Williams and his sister, Vivian Buracker. Those left to treasure his memory include his wife of 60 years, Linda Williams; daughter, Alesia Byers (Shane) of Forest City; son, Daniel Williams (Patricia) of Rutherfordton; sister, Brenda Cole of Baltimore, MD; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren. A private memorial service will be held for the family. Memorial donations requested to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

Terri Lynn Brackett Terri Lynn Brackett, age 62, of Caroleen, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024. Terri was born June 2, 1961, in Rutherford County, to the late Bobby Lowery and Peggy Joyce Lowery. Terri was a graduate of Chase High School. She was a convenience store clerk, and a waitress at several local restaurants. She attended Caroleen United Methodist Church. She is survived by her son, Stephen Deyton of Ellenboro; sister, Sharon Brigman (Brian), of Ellenboro; one niece, one nephew, and one grandson. 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.

Albert “Buck” “Buster” McFalls Albert McFalls, age 87, of Rutherfordton, also affectionately known as “Buck” or “Buster”, passed away Friday, January 5, 2024. Albert was born April 10, 1936 in Rutherford County, to the late Virgil McFalls and Elsie Coffey McFalls. He was a graduate of Tri-High School and Appalachian State University,. Albert was a U.S. Army Veteran serving in Germany during the Cold War Era. He was a member of West Point Baptist Church. Albert was a salesman and manager of sales for Town and Country Ford, Clovedale Ford, and the Village Auto Mart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant children, Alan McFalls and Yvonne McFalls; and a sister, Mary Ruth McFalls. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Ruth McFalls, and two aunts, Lucille Waters and Martha Humphries, both of Sandy Mush. A service was held January 10 at West Point Baptist Church with Rev. Lance Scarlett officiating. Military honors were offered by the Rutherford County Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Community Pet Center, 861 Piney Ridge Rd., Forest City, NC 28043, or to West Point Baptist Church Building Fund, 1160 Union Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com. Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

Jeremy David London Jeremy David London, 46, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023. He lived in North Carolina with his three sons. However, the rest of his family lived in Utah. He is predeceased by one son, David London. Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Shaylie London; sons, Justin London, William London and Joshua London; parents, Sylvia London and David London; sister, Catherine

Webster; brothers, Mark London and Jonathan London. He worked as a Security Guard for most of his career. Celebration of Life Services will be held in Utah at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family at @shaylie3579 on Venmo. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com. Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service is serving the family.

Billy Reynolds Billy Reynolds, age 52, of Ellenboro, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Thursday, January 4, 2024. Billy was born March

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18, 1971 in Rutherford County to Gab and Darlene Reynolds of Forest City. He worked for Cone MillsCliffside Plant and AfaAlexander Plant for many years. He was the owner and operator of Reynolds Detail Shop for several years. Billy was a member of the Barn Christian Fellowship. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Maddie Goode. In addition to his parents, those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 16 years, Samantha Reynolds; children, Tripper Reynolds (Emily) of Rutherfordton, Dylan Goode (Stacy) of Mooresboro, Jake Goode (Courtney) of Mooresboro, Savanah Goode of Shelby, Hannah Goode (Micah) of Tryon, Justin Dean (Sarah) of Spindale; brothers, Tim Reynolds of Forest City and Jeff Reynolds (Madilyn) of Ellenboro; ten grandchildren; uncle, Keith Humphries (Tina); one niece, two nephews. The funeral was held January 8 at the Barn

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Paula Harris Mode Paula Harris Mode, age 67, of Rutherfordton, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024. Paula was born December 23, 1956 in Rutherford County to the late John Landrum Harris and Adelaide Rollins Harris. She was a graduate of Chase

High School and a dedicated homemaker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Heather Mode and two brothers, Eddie and Ted Harris. Left to treasure her memory are her husband of 45 years, Bynum Gary Mode, Sr.; son, Bynum Gary Mode, Jr. and wife, Toni of Mooresboro; daughter, Shelley Griffey and husband, Ricky of Harris; sister, Jackie Anthony of Gaffney; brother, Stanley Harris of Chesnee; nine grandchildren. A private family celebration will be conducted. An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

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Red Cross: Emergency blood shortage may delay medical procedures Donors have the chance to help save lives, win trip to Super Bowl LVIII The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. The Red Cross blood supply has fallen to critically low levels across the country, and blood donors are urged to make a donation appointment to help alleviate the shortage and help ensure lifesaving medical procedures are not put on hold. Over the last 20 years, the number of people donating blood to the Red Cross has fallen by about 40%. When fewer people donate blood, even small disruptions to blood donations – such as the nearly 7,000-unit shortfall in blood donations the Red Cross experienced between Christmas and New Year’s Day alone – can have a huge impact on the availability of blood products and dramatic consequences for those in need of emergency blood transfusion. In recent weeks, the Red Cross has had to limit distributions of type O blood products – among the most transfused blood types – to hospitals.

NCDHHS Offering Free Radon Test Kits cancer among current or former smokers of tobacco increases by 10 times if they live in a home with elevated radon. Information provided by the U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicated that 73 of the 100 counties in North Carolina have indoor air levels of radon that are above safety standards. A level of four picoCuries per liter of air (pCi/L) or higher in your home is considered unsafe. Everyone is exposed to some level of radon. The question is not if you are exposed to radon, but how high is your level of exposure? Elevated indoor radon is a preventable and fixable problem, similar in cost to other home improvements. The NC Radon Program recommends hiring a certified radon mitigator to fix elevated radon levels. Visit radon.ncdhhs.gov for more information and to order your free test kit while supplies last. For information on radon mitigation, visit the NCDHHS radon mitigation webpage.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is providing 5,000 free residential radon test kits during Radon Action Month. North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed January as Radon Action Month to raise the public’s awareness of radon, promote testing and mitigation for radon, and reduce the risk of lung cancer from radon. Testing is the only way to know if you or your family is at risk, and residents can order a free test kit, while supplies last, at radon.ncdhhs.gov. In addition to North Carolina, Radon Action Month is also recognized nationally each January. Radon is released from the ground into outdoor air but can accumulate and reach harmful levels when trapped in homes and other buildings. Radon is an odorless, colorless gas and is currently the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers. Approximately 450 people die each year in North Carolina from radon-induced lung cancer. Additionally, the risk factor for lung

“Donors of all types – especially those with type O blood and those giving platelets – are urged to give now” said Dr. Eric Gehrie, executive physician director for the Red Cross. To make an appointment call 1-800-733-2767. The Red Cross and the National Football League (NFL) are partnering this January, during National Blood Donor Month, to urge individuals to give blood or platelets and help tackle the emergency blood shortage. Those who come to give blood, platelets or plasma in January will automatically be entered for a chance to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Super

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clubhouse for potato soup, vegetable beef soup, cornbread and homemade desserts. McMahan made vanilla pound cake with icing, Coca Cola cake and apple cake. Club members Steve and Lois Dimsdale brought hot dogs and chili on Friday. On Saturday morning, Doris was joined on site by Cheryl Austin, club president. Social distancing and mask wearing were observed at all times. Doris is a chapter member of the community club that was formed in the mid-1950s. She looks forward to the day members can come back together. Prior to building the clubhouse, members met at another location for a couple of years, she said. Nancy joined the club with her parents when she was about ﬁve years old and remembers the fun times meeting there with other children of the community and nearby rural communities. “Up until COVID we had quarterly meetings and pot luck or covered dish dinners about once a quarter,’ Nancy said. As the age or the roof caught up with the club, leaking became a problem in several areas of the clubhouse. Club members began hosting spaghetti dinners and having yard sales to raise money to repair the roof. Even during that time buckets were placed strategically throughout the building to catch the water. “I raised about $600 one time by myself,” a proud Doris spoke up. “We used the money we raised to get the roof done,” she said.

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Following the leadership of Bossman Billy (Honeycutt), far left, Women Roofers on the job. As the money was being raised, Doris said she contacted Laura Hodge, a member of Women Roofers and a pharmacist at the Medicine Box in nearby Rutherfordton, inquiring about possible help from the group. “We had heard about the good work of the Women Roofers,” Doris explained. Hodge said she immediately contacted Billy Honeycutt and he and fellow roofer Nell Bovender began the discussions. “They (club) raised the funds and we agreed to do the work,” Honeycutt said. Years ago when the Women Roofers were organized, the women and Honeycutt roofed the Mt. Vernon Community Clubhouse after the community raised the money for supplies. “At that time we had just begun and a group came to help us,” Nell said. “They probably knew more about roofing at that time than we did” Bovender said If there is a request for a community roofing project and the money can be raised, the group will consider the job, Bovender said. There have been times when community groups will not only raise money for materials but have also paid the roofers for the work. The money went back into the Women Roofers coffers to roof other homes. Honeycutt said the group never gets caught up with its long list of roofing projects. “There is always a need,” he said. The Piedmont-Pleasant Hill Clubhouse features a flat roof on the back side of the

building and that was new to the group. Honeycutt taught the roofers what to do and the job was done in two days. “At some time they will have to add something to the ﬂat roof...We stopped the leak,” he said. As the roofers worked, there was talk from members of hopefully getting together for the annual Christmas dinner in 2021. The 2020 event was canceled because of COVID. The gatherings will all depend on the health of the County, State and Nation. “Doris always brought gifts for all the children,” Mae said of past Christmas parties. Mae McMahan remembers being a part of the community club also as a teenager and it was a “hang-out” spot for teens on Friday nights. There was a shufﬂe board almost the length of the clubhouse and there were other games. “It was a fun time,” Mae said. There was music, but dancing was never allowed. Nancy remembers children from all across the area gathering at the clubhouse to play the Piedmont-Pleasant Hill children. “The clubhouse was the heart of the community,” Nancy said. It was the setting for community parties, wedding and anniversary receptions. But when the two community churches - Piedmont and Pleasant Hill - both built fellowship halls, more events were held there.

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The Catawba Nation announced Friday it will fast-track the opening of the Catawba Two Kings Casino Resort project in Kings Mountain by opening a “prelaunch” facility this summer with 500 slot machines. The pre-launch facility, which will be constructed using prefabricated modular structures, will provide an initial opportunity for patrons to game with limited food & beverage and other guest amenities. “With the completion of our compact with the State of North Carolina, the

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Article Provided By: Jean Gordon Three members of the PiedmontPleasant Hill Community Club sat at long white-clothed tables inside an unlighted clubhouse recently reminiscing about the days of the award-winning community club and how the clubhouse was the center of the community. They discussed the efforts in saving the more than 60-year-old building and community club. As the ladies quietly talked inside, there were rumblings up on the roof of the 1957 building. The Women Roofers were busy taking off shingles and preparing to recover the flat roof. The project was begun in the fall of 2019 with a commitment to complete flat part of the roof in 2020. But COVID-19 changed everything and roofing came to a halt for the nationally known Women Roofers. Finally during the weekend of March 11-13, led by Bossman Billy Honeycutt, the roofing project was completed, the yard cleaned up and members are now ready for the next improvement projects and hopefully a covered dish dinner in the future. Although three days were scheduled to complete the job, the roofers were finished Friday afternoon. Saturday morning was used for a few minor finishing tasks and final clean-up. Club members Nancy Koone, 70, Doris Keever, 90, and Mae McMahan, 76, met the roofers at the clubhouse each morning. They helped prepare delicious lunch meals for the roofers and around noon Thursday and Friday everyone gathered inside the

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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

WE’VE GOT THE KNIVES &COINS! *HOLIDAY SPECIAL - 1 OZ. SILVER BARS & ROUNDS $27.50 (While Supplies Last)* at Jake’s Knives & Coins located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. Call 704-6006996 or (980) 295-5568 TWO MEDICAL LIFT CHAIRS: 1) $300. 1) $200. In great condition. Call or text 828-4473627.

TRACTORS, EQUIPMENT, RIDING MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828980-0853, 704-476-9383. T-SHIRTS FOR SALE 100-110 T-Shirts. Sizes L - XL. If interested call 704-685-2507.

CLEANING OUT GUN SAFE SEVERAL GUNS FOR SALE. CASH ONLY. MUST BE OLD ENOUGH. CALL (828) 3680496 Bev71857@yahoo.com OAK FIREWOOD DRY AND GREEN, $85 per load. Cane Creek and Rutherford County area. 828-289-4880. STEEL BUILDINGS. Barn • WorkShop • House • Garage • Barn Dominium. Grading, Concrete, Plumbing, Electrical. “ONE STOP SHOP”. Large On Site Display. J. Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

WOOD STOVE, HEAVY DUTY. Porterlator brand, with 2 blowers and thermostat. Excellent condition. Call 864-219-8690. Pictures available on request.

FARM & GARDEN HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. 4x5 Round Bales in barn, $50 each. Fescue and Orchard grass. Rutherford County. 828-429-3100. MASSEY FERGUSON 230 DIESEL TRACTOR. Low hours, new injection pump & brakes, $6500. Round bale hay cradle $400. 40ft horse round pen. $1,000. Leave message. 828-429-5155

PETS & LIVESTOCK

SCALES AND BIG COFFEE POT. Vintage LOF SCU SCALES for sale. Works good. $450.00. Big Coffee Pot-$20. Works good. 704-466-2810. SEASONED HARDWOOD/ FIREWOOD $70 per load. You haul. 704-472-2022.

BLACK LABS - AKC REGISTERED 2 Males - 6 Weeks Old. All Vaccinations, Dew Claws Removed. $600. Stone Ridge Kennels in Kings Mountain, NC. Inquiries - Text (704) 739-3001 FOUR DONKEYS FOR SALE. 3 Females and 1 Male. $300 each. Call 704-692-8752

HAY FOR SALE. Horse quality, 4x5 round bales of hay. $70. 980-241-9010.

MID-CENTURY SINGER SEWING MACHINE Console style, works well. $125.00 Call 518-321-5662. OVAL SHAPED OAK TABLE with 8 chairs. In good condition. $495. 2 leafs, 2 pedestals. Campbell-Hausfeld 2HP electric Air Compressor, with horizontal 20 gallon tank. $250. 828-289-1817.

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855

BED AND FREEZER FOR SALE New bed. No mattress or box springs.-$225.00. Also Chest Freezer- 1 Yr. old. $80.00. 704-466-2810

CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228

2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO LS 2WHEEL 2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO LS 2WHEEL DRIVE. EXTRA CLEAN MUST SEE..ALSO 4 CHEVROLET TRUCK RALLY’S 15X8 RALLY’S $125 (704) 460-5965

3 CEMETERY PLOTS. Gaston Memorial, Veterans Choice location. Reduced considerably. Willing to sell separately. (919) 272-5503

HOMETOWN SHELBY IS OPEN. Visit www.HometownShelby.com to view clothing featuring your town or any town NC4Ever@USA.com

WE BUY USED AUTOMOBILE AND LAWN EQUIPMENT; and appliances. 704-963-8243

CHEST FREEZER, Dryer, Hunting Scopes, Hunting Miscellaneous Equipment. 828-748-2027

SHIPPING CRATE $35.00. Wood shipping crates for sale with some lids. 3 different sizes. I can send pictures. (704) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth. net

WANT TO BUY

TIRES. White letter tires, 235/60/14, like new, $175. (704) 460-5965

FOR SALE

ONE ON ONE CARE. Is currently hiring for 2nd shift in the Residential group homes, Rotating schedule, off every other weekend. As well as 2 ﬁrst shift, one part time 21 hours per week, one 30 hours per week. If interested, see Shelley at 203 Lee St. Shelby, NC 28150.

FOR SALE

TRAILERS, HYDRAULIC DUMPS 5’X8’, TILT TRAILERS 7’X16’, 8’x22’ Steel Floor DeckOver D-Rings State Pockets, Rub Rails Power Up Power Down. J. Johnson Sales in Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

WELCOME TO GROVER. www.GroverNC.news - www. GroverWellness - www.GroverTele.com - www.GroverFireMaple.com - NC4Ever@USA.com HOME REMODELING. Interior and exterior remodeling. Call today for your free estimate! (828) 244-7087 charliejohnston32@gmail.com

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SMALL STOVE WOOD. Cut, split and delivered, was $75. Price reduced to $65! Throw off load only. 828-395-0758. CARPORTS, GARAGES, LEAN-TOS, RV COVERS. Large On Site Displays. J. Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895 CLEARANCE SALE ALL STORAGE BUILDINGS. New, Used, Bank Repos,. Financing Available! Rent to Own - No Credit Check! CASH SPECIALS! J. Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC. FREE Delivery & Set Up up to 30 miles. Truck & Trailer Accessible. (828) 245-5895 ENCLOSED TRAILERS OVER STOCK SALE!!! 4’x6’, 5’x8’, 6’x10’, 6’x12’, 7’x14’, 7’x16’, 8.5’x14’, 8.5’x16’, 8.5’x18’. J. Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

ADJUSTABLE BED FOR SALE Like New. $350.00. 704466-2810 DRIVE WHEEL $140.00, Compass Sport Drive wheel, 2 new DW for $215. installed Call Scooterman John (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@ gmail.com HORSE HAY 4X5 ROUND $65, Square bales $8. 704-6926325

WANT TO BUY WANT TO BUY CARS& TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.

BED FOR SALE Complete bed with new bedding. Never used. New mattress and box springs. $550 for all of it. 704466-2810.

CHARLIE PAYS CASH FOR ASSETS. Charlie pays top dollar for unwanted vehicles, homes, or land! Quick and hassle-free. Any condition accepted. To turn your assets into cash! Call or text (980) 403-5859

ELECTRIC RECLINING CHAIR, RARELY USED. Still has tags on it. Dark Brown. $500. Negotiable. 704-4824730 or 704-418-5517.

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

MICRO MINI DOODLE PUPS. Adorable and affordable babies available, some young adults for adoption. Reputable, breeder and trainer. Most can be under 6lbs not over 10lbs. They make great service & EMS dogs. Gaffney, SC (801) 6963262 thefuzzyfacequeen@ gmail.com

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PETS & LIVESTOCK AKC STANDARD POODLE PUPPIES. Poodle Puppies available. Reserve puppy or contact for more information 252-412-2046 (252) 412-2046 GOLDEN RETRIEVER BEAUTIES Adorable 8 week-old pure bred puppies available now. 3 girls and 4 boys located in Kings Mountain. Vet check and approved with initial shots administered. (704) 9743296 TOY & MINI AUSSIES. Male & female. UTD shots & worming. Ready now. Cliffside area. Paper & crate trained. 828-2896756.

2016 GMC TERRAIN 6 cyl., 45,000 miles, in great condition, rebuilt title, $12,500. OBO. 518-321-5662. 2010 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY. Good van, fully loaded inside, has exhaust leak, priced to sale. $4000 OBO. Sell as is. Located in Kings Mtn. (704) 473-8713 lac28086@yahoo.com

DOG KENNELS • DOG HOUSES • DOG SHEDS. Pick Up or Delivery & Set Up Available. J. Johnson Sales Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895 3 YEAR OLD MALE BEAGLE. Black & white, medium speed, gun hunted. $150 ﬁrm. (704) 466-8460

CARS & TRUCKS

2003 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE. Runs like a top. Works good. Transmission good. $2,300. 704-466-2810.

2006 SATURN ION. Runs good. 5 speed. price: $1600. 704-466-2810.

CAMPERS

1995 CHEVROLET S-10. It runs and looks good. Blown head gasket and salvage title. $1,100. 704-466-2810. BUILT FOR TRAVELING AND RECREATION. 2018 Thor Motor Home, on a Ford E350 Chassis. Has 6.8L V10 engine. 13,064 miles. $56,600. Call 704-300-1469 for more details.

2005 TOYOTA PRIUS, HYBRID, 299,000 MILES. Great Deal!, Bluetooth GPS, good condition, new battery pack. $3600 lv. msg. (704) 942-4788

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

NO HEAT BILLS HERE! 1 BR Apartment. Ground level, excellent location (Shelby), small quiet complex. Recently renovated. Hardwood ﬂoors, stove & refrigerator. NO PETS OR SMOKING. Heat and water included in $695/mth. rent. 704487-5480

1624-20 S. POST RD., SHELBY Single wide. 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom. Rent $850; Deposit $850. Application fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180

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

2007 GMC SIERRA 1500. 220,000 miles, $7500.00, no radio, salvaged title, good work truck. 704-472-9755 (704) 472-9755

1999 DODGE RAM VAN 1500. Full size Cargo Van. 210,000 miles, Located in Shelby. $1,500. Call: 919-314-7579.

LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 1, 2 and 3 bedroom waiting list. Rent is based on income (and some expenses are deducted). Please visit us today at Laurel Hill Apartments, 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

2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU LTZ series. Good shape, Dependable. 186,000 miles. Come drive and see. $3,000 or OBO. 704-300-1914. 1999 BMW Z3 Convertible. Red. 5 Speed. A/C. Mostly Garage Kept! 103,000 Miles. $8400. Call (704) 748-9143

2001 BUICK PARK AVENUE Runs. Good transmission. Mileage: 168,000. $2,250. 704466-2810.

GASTON COUNTY COMMERCIAL STORAGE BUILDING with loading dock. 3,866 sq ft., $3,200/month. 74 Highway, Gastonia. (704) 6164827

NOW LEASING: KINGS FALLS APARTMENTS. Kings Mountain’s Finest Senior Living. Accepting applications for our specious 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartment Homes. Washer and Dryer Hookups, Secured Entry. Please contact our ofﬁce or stop by to take a tour on Tuesday and Thursdays, 8:30 am-5 pm. Phone 704-739-6591, Luxury Living at an affordable price.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $700 per month. 828-382-0475. 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT. Ellenboro area. No calls after 9pm. 828-305-1650. 828-755-5257.

APARTMENT FOR RENT. 5 RM/2 BR Apartment. Stove/ refrig. Adults only. No pets. 515 W. Sumter, Shelby. $475/mo. 704-487-9622.

FOREST CITY & OAKLAND AREA. 1&2 bedroom apartments, like new. $635-$795 plus deposit and references. Only well qualiﬁed need apply. westmainrentals.com or 828351-3322

STORAGE UNITS FOR RENT. 803 S. Lafayette St., Shelby NC. 80 to 320 sq. ft. per unit. Starting at $100. 704-214-4180

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RENT TO OWN!! MAKING HOME OWNERSHIP A REALITY!! 3 BED 2 BATH MOBILE HOME WITH CENTRAL A/C AND HEAT. $10,000 DOWN PAYMENT ON THE OWNER FINANCING. IN A PARK WITH 1/3 ACRE - VERY PRIVATE— RUTHERFORDTON.. $923.45/MO AND THIS INCLUDES LOT RENT. (727) 667-8879 CRAIG@ BLUERIDGEMOBILEHOMEPARK.COM

COMING SOON. 209 Keeter St., Shelby Nc. Single wide. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. Rent $1175; Deposit $1175. New central heat/air. Application fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180

SUPER NICE HOME. IN THE BOILING SPRINGS AREA. 4 Bedrooms, 1 bath, large living room, full dining room. Great neighborhood. $1200 per month, $2400 due at signing. 704-434-6406

REAL ESTATE 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. 2500HD Engine 6.0. Big tires-305-70-16. New 4x4-paid $1,500. Rust on truck. $3,800 as is. 704-466-2810.

LOT SPACE FOR CAMPER FOR RENT. 1624-7 S. Post Rd., Shelby, NC. $500 monthly; $375 deposit. Includes up to $125 in utilities. Application Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

135-27 WIGGINS LN., KINGS MOUNTAIN Single Wide. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. Rent $1295; Deposit $1295. Application Fee $25 per adult. 704214-4180

HICKORY CREEK APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS. (62 and older), disabled (50 and older). Shelby. Now taking applications for waiting list. 418 East Warren Street, Shelby. (704) 487-6354 RV LOT FOR RENT. 30/50 $150 /weekly. Power and Water included (704) 743-6103

116 KENTBURY DR. GROVER NC. Single wide. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. Rent $925; Deposit $925. Application Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180

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