Shelby Shopper 3-20-25

Totally Free Clothes Store still in the business of giving… and giving, and GIVING!

by MICHAEL E. POWELL

Located in a small brick building at 318 Gidney Street in Shelby, the Totally Free Clothes Store is still going about the business of being a blessing to the many folks it helps daily.

Well… almost daily, as they are closed on Wednesdays, according to N.C. natives Melanie and Mark Burr, who run the place.

Melanie said she has been affiliated with the store for five years, when it was over by the Food Lion on S. Lafayette St., and Mark noted he has been working with her for about two years now. They said they have about 20 volunteers who help them operate the store.

“We have some that work a particular day of the month and some who come in when they can,” said Melanie.

As per their small handout, “…each person (who comes to the store) may get 20 items per month absolutely FREE!” There are some restrictions however; they only allow 15 people in the store at any one time (because of the store’s size); and anyone shopping in the store must have an ID or something with their name on it, such as a driver’s li-

cense or piece of mail like a utility bill or something similar.

The two noted the store has many volunteers from local churches, they do have many different volunteers who reach out to them to help in the store.

“Everything you see in here has been donated,” said Mark. “Shelving, hangars, plastic bags, boxes. You name it; it has been donated.”

On one of the handouts folks are given when they enter the

store it is noted they are “looking” for volunteers.

“We allow each shopper, or person, to get 20 items of clothing and shoes per month free,” said Melanie. “In 2024, we gave away over 177,000 items to

The Burrs said they are there, with their volunteer helpers, “pretty much every day of the week.” The store is open from 10 a.m., to 3:45 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Additionally, said Mark, they do work with the court system and have community service workers

time volunteer. Said Mark, “the main things we need right now are more volunteers and some form of steady funding.” Melanie added, “And we would like to get a van donated to the store or a grant with which to buy one.”

She continued, “What we do ting volunteers, although they

Melanie and Mark Burr, who manage and operate the Totally Free Clothes Store in Shelby, standing beside their sign advertising who they are and what they do. The store is located at 318 Gidney Street.

(photos by Michael E. Powell/CF Media)

The Totally Free Clothes Store building, at 318 Gidney Street, which they share with Trailhead Resources.

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Totally Free Clothes Store volunteer workers Karen Westphal (seated) and marketing manager Cat Wesson helping one of the store’s many shoppers check out after shopping.

Just a few of the racks of clothing items inside the Totally Free Clothing Store, located at 318 Gidney St., Shelby.

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helping people. As for funding, our marketing manager, Cat Wesson, is currently working with local colleges and high schools to procure funding as well as more volunteers.”

The store does a mobile clothes ministry every Thanksgiving and Melanie noted she works with Elizabeth Elementary School in giving clothes to children there who may have a need. She noted also they work with the Veteran’s Administration, out of Asheville.

Mark said, “There are a lot of kids, a lot of people, out there who don’t have clothes, or backpacks, or even sleeping bags if they have to sleep outside. If we have those, we give them out as well.”

Mark noted they consider themselves a Christian, or faith-based, store.

To that end, they have no revenue, so everything that comes in, he said, “…goes out by way of giving back to the community via the free giveaway program.”

“When you get everything in for free; you give it away for free,” said Mark.

When asked why folks had to have an ID, the Burrs noted that in the past, when they first started, “… we were giving away so many clothes that folks would come in and take items, then later sell them to someone else.”

It’s nothing, said Melanie, for them to have as many as 200-plus people come in on a daily basis, which has facilitated their

having to limit how many folks can be in the building at any one time.

Mark and Melanie are most proud of the fact their store and the volunteers feel as if they are a family.

“We consider everybody in here part of the family,” he said. Melanie added, “Our volunteers work very hard! We are all tired at the end of the day, but it’s all worth it.”

“That’s right,” said Mark. “One of our most rewarding things is someone coming in and telling us how wonderful this place is and how they’ve been helped.”

Mark and Melanie stress the store isn’t affiliated with any church or group, adding the store and its mission/ ministry is where they “… need to grow.” They will admit they would like to be in a larger facility, however, as they appear to be outgrowing even this one, as it is.

“I don’t mind asking for things,” stated Melanie. “We have grown, yes. But we would like a larger space, in order to give out more food.”

For those who wish to help, or want to help the store on a daily or weekly basis, please contact Mark and Melanie at either (704) 692-2389, or (704) 4182734, or email them at total lyfreeclothes@gmail.com. They also have Venmo, PayPal, and Cash App, said Melanie.

You can also find them on Facebook at @shelby freeclothes, or visit them at www.totallyfreeclothess helby.org, or just go by the store and check it out.

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The City of Kings Mountain, in partnership with the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail and presenting sponsor Albemarle Corporation and Metal Recycling Services, will host an Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 12, to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Earth Day.

Beginning at 11:00 am, various community organizations and vendors will provide free activities. Live zoo animals from Circle M Livestock and Safari Park will pay a visit. Some very cool dinosaur friends will be there, too. Woody the Owl will be there, too. Other attractions

include a Drum Circle, Woodworking, Food Vendors, Live Encampments, and a Music Jamboree by the Dancing Fleas.

Make plans to help release 200 Painted Lady butterflies back into their natural habitat. This activity supports the national and environmental cause to

save our pollinators.

Last year, the familyfriendly event featured forty-four craft vendors and partners, three food vendors, and booths presented by event organizers and sponsors. The full 2025 event guide will be posted online soon at https:// www.kingsmountainevents.com/earthday-celebration.

Extra parking is available across the street from the trailhead and along Quarry Road. Organizers encourage the community to come out to celebrate our beautiful earth and enjoy a walk on the trail.

Cleveland County Solid Waste Announces Policy Amendment to Grant Exemptions for Lettered Vehicles and Flatbed Trucks

Following input from residents, Cleveland County Solid Waste has amended its policy to grant exemptions for lettered vehicles and flatbed trucks under certain conditions.

This policy change allows qualifying residents to use these vehicles at County convenience sites for solid waste disposal, subject to the following criteria:

• The vehicle is not used for commercial, industrial, or institutional solid waste disposal.

• The vehicle is not used in the construction industry.

• The vehicle owner has submitted a completed Convenience Site Exemption Application and received approval from the Solid Waste Director.

To obtain an exemption, vehicle owners must submit a completed Convenience Site Exemption Application to the Cleveland County Solid Waste Department. The application must include the following information:

• Owner's name, address, phone number, and email address

• Vehicle description (make, model, year, color)

• Vehicle license plate number

• Driver’s license number

• Reason for exemption

• Agreement that the vehicle will not be used for commercial, industrial, or institutional solid waste disposal, and that all loads will be secured to prevent spillage.

Application Process and Location

Starting Monday, March 17th, residents can submit their applications at the Self McNeilly Landfill Scale House, located at 250 Fielding Road in Cherryville. Applicants are strongly encouraged to bring the vehicle they are applying for and the vehicle’s registration. The application process is free of charge for residents at this time. Please note that exemptions will not be granted for vehicles in the construction industry.

Approval and Verification Process

The exemption approval process may take several weeks, as applications are not instantly approved or issued. The Solid Waste Director or a designated representative will review each application and may conduct additional verification, which may include:

• Inspecting the vehicle to confirm its use and condition.

• Verifying that the vehicle owner has an approved method for disposing of commercial waste, such as a dumpster.

• Conducting a site visit to the owner’s residence or business to confirm the nature of their operations.

The Solid Waste Director will issue written confirmation for granted exemptions, which may be for a specific period of time or subject to revocation for cause.

For more information, please contact the Cleveland County Solid Waste Department at 704-477-8200 or visit www.clevelandcounty.com under Departments: Solid Waste & Landfill.

Submitted by Karyn Owens-Patton

FTC warns of fraudulent texts demanding toll road payments

By Loretta Cozart

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning consumers about a frequent fraud that mysteriously arrives as a legitimatelooking text message on your phone about urgent past-due toll road payments.

Whether you have driven through a toll recently or not, you might have gotten a text saying you owe money for unpaid tolls. It is probably a scam. Scammers pretend to be toll collection agencies from coast to coast and send texts demanding money. Do not be fooled. It is highly likely a scam.

You get a text unexpectedly saying you have unpaid tolls and need to pay them immediately. The misleading text might show a dollar amount for how much you supposedly owe and include a link that takes you to a page to enter your bank or credit card info — but it’s a phishing scam. Not only is the scammer trying to steal your money, but if you click the link, they could get your personal info (like your driver’s license number) and even steal your identity.

A phishing scam is a type of online fraud where scammers attempt to trick you into providing personal and financial information. They often use email or text messages that appear to be from legitimate sources, such as

banks or other trusted organizations. The goal is to steal sensitive information like passwords, account numbers, or Social Security numbers. If scammers obtain this information, they can access your email, bank, or other accounts, or sell your information to other scammers.

The North Carolina Department of Transportation has also cautioned residents about fraudulent emails requesting payment for outstanding toll balances.

NC Quick Pass is a legitimate tolling service provided by the North Carolina Turnpike Authority. They offer a transponder-based system that provides discounted tolls on North Carolina toll roads and express lanes. It warns, “Scams and bad actors are becoming more prevalent and the attempts to impersonate organizations and individuals is increasingly sophisticated.”

A scam website, identified as https://ncquickpassinvoice.com, imitates NC Quick Pass and poses as an official payment portal for tolls. Avoid it. The website is operated by crooks seeking your data.

NC Quick Pass offers two safe ways to pay tolls: a prepaid account with a transponder and a post-paid program with invoices. The prepaid account allows users to save up to 50% on tolls and provides the fastest and easiest way to pay

tolls. The postpaid program sends invoices by mail and includes potential fees and penalties if the bill is not paid on time.

If you are unsure about an email or text message claiming to be from NC Quick Pass, here are a few ways to verify whether it is legitimate:

• NC Quick Pass will never request payment by text.

• NC Quick Pass will only send texts from a secure short code 696277.

• All links associated with NC Quick Pass will include ncquickpass. com or secure.ncquickpass.com

The FTC provides the following advice to avoid a text scam like this. Do not click on any links or respond to unexpected texts. Scammers want you to react quickly, but it is best to stop and check it out. Check to see if the text is legit. Reach out to the state’s toll collection agency using a phone number or website you know is accurate, not the info from the text. Report and delete unwanted text messages. Use your phone’s “report junk” option to report unwanted texts to your messaging app or forward the suspicious texts to 7726 (SPAM). Delete the text and report the fraudulent message once you have checked it out. Learn more about spotting and avoiding text scams at https://ftc. gov/textscams.

Dr. Chase Price

WELCOME TO OUR PRACTICE!

Dr. Andrew “Chase”

Price is a native of Shelby, NC and a graduate of Shelby High School. He attended the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill for his undergraduate studies, receiving a degree in Business Administration. He then received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland in Baltimore.

In Dental School, Dr. Price was selected as an Air Force Health Professions Scholarship recipient and became an Active Duty Air Force dentist after graduation. His first assignment was an AEGD residency at Barksdale Air Force Base in Shreveport, LA. In residency, Dr. Price received advanced training in many areas of dentistry including prosthodontics, implant placement and restorations, endodontics,

orthodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and conscious sedation.

After residency, Dr. Price served 4 years at Maxwell AFB in Montgomery, AL and 4 years at Joint Base Charleston in South Carolina providing comprehensive dental services to Air Force patients. After several moves with the military, he and his family were excited for the opportunity to move back home to North Carolina. Dr. Price is blessed with a beautiful family including his wife Joanne, daughter Morgan, son Davis, and Border Collie mix Domino. He enjoys spending the majority of his time with his family, especially at the pool and beaches during the summer. He is also a sports enthusiast with a love for all sports but especially football, basketball and golf.

GLAZED HAM

1 9- to-10-pound bone-in fully cooked smoked ham (butt or shank half)

2 tablespoons whole cloves (optional)

1-1/2 cups Glaze

• Remove the ham from the refrigerator and bring to room temperature, about 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Trim off any skin from the ham. Use a sharp paring knife to score through the fat in a diagonal crosshatch pattern without cutting through to the meat. Insert the cloves into the ham (if using), placing them at the intersections of the cuts.

• Put the ham, flat-side down, on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour 1/4 inch water into the bottom of the pan. Transfer to the oven and roast until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the ham registers 130 degrees F, about 2 hours, 30 minutes (about 15 minutes per pound).

• Increase the oven temperature to 425 degrees. Pour half of the glaze over the ham and brush to coat.

• If the water in the bottom of the pan has evaporated, add more. Return the ham to the oven and roast, basting every 10 minutes with the remaining Glaze, until glossy and well browned, about 45 more minutes.

Pineapple-Apricot Glaze:

Grate the zest of 2 limes; set aside. Squeeze the juice into a saucepan; add 8 thin slices ginger and 2 cups unsweetened pineapple juice. Boil until reduced to 1/2 cup, 8 to 10 minutes. Strain, then add the lime zest, 1 cup apricot preserves and 1/4 cup dijon mustard.

HONEY GLAZED CARROTS

Salt

1 pound baby carrots

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Fresh ground black pepper 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add salt and then carrots and cook until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain the carrots and add back to pan with butter, honey and lemon juice. Cook until a glaze coats the carrots, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with parsley.

CHEESY POTATO CASSEROLE

2 cups sour cream

1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup

1/2 cup butter, melted

1 tablespoon garlic salt

1 cup chopped onions

1 bag (30 oz) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, partially thawed

2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

In large bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, garlic salt, onions, hash brown potatoes, partially thawed, and Cheddar cheese; stir until well blended. Pour into ungreased 13x9-inch glass baking dish. Bake for 45 minutes.

ASPARAGUS AND CHEESE QUICHE

1 refrigerated pie crust, softened as directed on box

1 tablespoon butter

1/2 lb fresh asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup chopped drained roasted red bell peppers (from a jar)

4 oz. (goat) cheese, crumbled

1 cup half-and-half 1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

3 eggs

1/2 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese

• Heat oven to 375°. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray. Place pie crust in pie plate as directed on box for One-Crust Filled Pie; flute edges.

• In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook asparagus and onion in butter 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is crisp-tender. Spoon vegetables into crustlined plate. Top with roasted peppers and goat cheese.

• In large bowl, beat halfand-half, salt, pepper and eggs with whisk. Pour over ingredients in crust. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

• Place pie plate on lowest oven rack; bake 35 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

CHEESY CHEDDAR BROCCOLI CASSEROLE

1 can (10-3/4 oz.)

condensed cream of mushroom soup

1 cup sour cream

1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided 1 can (6 oz.)french-fried onions, divided 2 packages (16 oz.) frozen broccoli florets, thawed

• Preheat oven to 325°. In a large saucepan, combine soup, sour cream, 1 cup cheese and 1-1/4 cups onions; heat through over medium heat, stirring until blended, 4-5 minutes. Stir in broccoli. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.

• Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and onions. • Bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes.

LEMON BLUEERRY DUMP CAKE

6 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

1 tsp. ground cinnamon 3/4 cup butter, melted 1 pkg. lemon cake mix

TOPPING:

2 (6-oz each) lemon yogurt

8 oz. Cool Whip 1/2 cup marshmallow creme

1/3 cup lemon curd Extra blueberries

• Preheat oven to 350°. Toss blueberries with cinnamon; spread into a greased 13x9 baking dish. Drizzle with half of the melted butter. Sprinkle with cake mix; drizzle with remaining butter.

• Bake until golden brown and fruit is bubbly, 45-55 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

• Beat together yogurt, whipped topping, marshmallow creme and lemon curd. Serve dump cake with yogurt mixture and, if desired, additional blueberries.

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Terms: Cash, Checks only with Bank Letter of Credit, MC/VISA (3% Charge). Sales Tax. Bring Tax ID # if you’re exempt. Must Pay Day of Auction. All Announcements day of Auction takes precedent over any advertisement written or implied. Reserve the right to add or delete. Auction Company and/or Owner are not responsible for Losses due to accidents/theft before, during or after auction. Everything sold as is including real estate with no warranty expressed or implied. NO BUYERS PREMIUM!

For Details & Photos: auctionsunlimited.us

Auctioneers: Bob Melton NCAL#166 704-692-0406

Ronny Causby NCAL#37 828-443-8299

125 Melton Dr., Shelby, NC 28152 (NCAL 4977) Day of Auction 704-692-0405

Cleveland County Hosts Annual Household Hazardous Waste Day on March 22nd

The annual Household Hazardous WasteDay, sponsored by the Cleveland County Health Department, NCDA & CS - PDAP, and Cleveland County Cooperative Extension, provides Cleveland County residents with a safe way to dispose of common household items including pesticides, car batteries, paints, and much more. Bring your items to the Cleveland County Health Department at 200 South Post Road in Shelby on Saturday, March 22nd between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Please note that business or commercial waste will not be accepted at this event. To ensure proper disposal, original containers are preferred, and items will be subject to inspection. The Cleveland County Health Department reserves the right to refuse items at its discretion. In addition, Cleveland County offers a variety of recycling programs available year-round. These programs facilitate the proper disposal of household items, outdated electronics, unused medications, and more, offering residents a responsible way to safely discard their waste. Learn more about our recycling programs at www.clevelandcounty.com under Departments: Solid Waste & Landfill. submitted by Karyn

Owens-Patton

NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR

SATURDAY, MARCH 22

What: Spring Pet Food Giveaway

When: 10:00 am until 2:00 pm, March 22.

Where: Future CARE Facility, (former E.O. Studios), 1056 Old Boilings Springs Rd., Shelby NC.

More Info: Will be passing out free pet food at our future facility until 2:00 pm or whenever we run out of food, which ever happens first. It will be a true DRIVE THROUGH so please stay in your vehicle and we will come to you to find out your needs. If you are in need of pet food to be able to keep your companion animal, please come by and see us. We are strong believers in pet retention and want to help any way we can. If you would like to donate food to help with this free food drive, please let us know, we will be glad to pick up and add to the food we have to give out to those in need or feel free to drop off the morning of the food drive. C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization.

FRIDAY, APRIL 4

What: Lost Cost Spay & Neuter Clinic

When: 7:30 am, April 4.

Where: Future CARE Facility, (former E.O. Studios), 1056 Old Boilings Springs Rd., Shelby NC.

More Info: Clifford’s Army Rescue is teaming with Community Pets Mobile Veterinary Clinic to bring a low cost spay/neuter clinic to our area. PRE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Only two animals per family per clinic. You must fill out a separate application for each animal. Arrival time is 7:30 am. If you have not arrived by 8 am, your space will be taken by another needy animal. Please stay in your vehicle as this is a drive through drop off. Pick up is between 3:00 and 3:30 pm. Please make sure that you have someone who can pick up during this time. At this point our facility is not open so we do not have the capability to wait very long after the animals are ready to return to owners. Pick up is drive through also. Please stay in your vehicle, we will come to you. There are some requirements for the mobile veterinary clinic. All animals need to be in carriers. Please label carrier with your name, pet name, phone number. Feral cats need to be in traps. Dogs must be under 40 lbs, not over 6 years old, and no smushy faced breeds. There is an extra charge for animals in heat and/ or pregnant. If your animal is over 12 weeks old and no proof of rabies vaccination, one will be administered and charged to you. The breakdown is 5 female dogs, 7 male dogs, 10 female cats, 8 male cats (could have more male cats and less females but no more than 10 female cats). Pricing is set by Community Pets Vet. Dog Spay under 40#- $155 - Dog Neuter under 40#- $120 Cat Spay - $80Cat Neuter - $65 All of the above procedures includes post op pain medication MANY MORE SERVICES OFFERED - look on Clifford’s Army Facebook page - click on the EVENT for DETAILS of ALL vet SERVICES offered. Link to Pre-Register https://form.jotform.com/cliffordsarmy/ aprilclinic C.A.R.E is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, all volunteer dog rescue organization.

NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR DEADLINE: Fridays, 3 PM, prior to Thursday’s edition. Go to shelbyinfo.com and click on SUBMIT EVENTS

“Hike With A CARE doggie” will be held on Saturday, April 5 at Kings Mountain Gateway Trail, located at 807 S. Battleground Ave. Hikes will be the first Saturday of every month, weather permitting. (check on Clifford’s FaceBook event pages each month). This is a great way to get some fresh air and exercise while helping a CARE doggie get out, socialize, and be seen by potential adopters. Its a win win for humans and doggies. You may even make some new friends! CARE has many dogs in rescue, young, older, small, medium, large, so there is

one for everyone’s interest and needs. Just let us know when you sign up, in the comment section, what size and energy level of dog you would like to walk, so we can match you with a dog. Go to the Facebook page

“Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza” and under the Events tab, click on the April 5 event, and it will take you directly to the Genius signup link. DEADLINE for SIGN-UP is April 4 at 2pm.

Let’s hit the trails! C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization.

SATURDAY, APRIL 5

What: Hike With a CARE doggie

When: Deadline for sighnup is April 4 for April 5 Hike Where: Kings Mountain Gateway Trail, 807 S. Battleground Ave., Kings Mountain, NC

More Info: Hikes will be the first Saturday of every month, weather permitting. (check on Clifford’s FaceBook Event pages each month) This is a great way to get some fresh air and exercise while helping a CARE doggie get out, socialize, and be seen by potential adopters. Its a win win for humans and doggies. You may even make some new friends! We have many dogs in rescue, young, older, small, medium, large, so there is one for everyone’s interest and needs. Just let us know when you sign up, in the comment section, what size and energy level of dog you would like to walk, so we can match you with a dog. Go to our Facebook page “Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza” and under the Events tab, click on the April 5 event, and it will take you directly to the Genius signup link. DEADLINE for SIGN-UP is April 4 at 2pm. Let’s hit the trails! C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization.

SATURDAY,

APRIL 12

What: Shelby Lions Club Charity Golf Tournament

When: April 12

Where: Royster Memorial Golf Course, Shelby City Park, 850 W. Sumter St., Shelby, NC.

More Info: ATTENTION GOLFERS! Sign up at the City Park Golf Shop in person or by calling 704-484-6823. Two-Man Captain’s Choice format. Cash Prizes for 1st & 2nd place, lunch & refreshments for golfers. Hole sponsorships ($100) are still available! The Shelby Lions Club has been serving Cleveland County for over 95 years - all money raised in this tournament goes to help improve quality of life for visually impaired people in Cleveland County! Shelby Lions Club - We Serve!

~ANNOUNCEMENTS~

Chess: We meet each month on the fourth Monday of the month (March 24, 2025) at 5:15 unless it falls on a holiday. Join us at the Cleveland County Library System, 104 Howie Dr., Shelby, NC at 5:15-6:45 PM for a fun evening of chess. There are players at all abilities and age groups. Everyone is welcome! If you want to learn or have played for years this meeting is for you. See you there!

Nar-Anon Support Group: Meets 6:30 pm weekly on Tuesdays at the First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. Nar-Anon is a support group for those affected by someone else’s drug addiction. We meet in the classroom off Dale St. between Sumter & Campbell St. Park on the side of the church or in the alley. Signs are posted. Call Bill, 704-692-2092 or church office, 704482-3467.

Al-Anon Support Groups: Al-Anon Family Support Groups support those who are affected by someone else’s drinking and drug use. No Name AFG meets on Mondays at Noon at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 510 W Sumter St., Shelby. Contact Kay at 704-473-4891. Shelby AFG meets on Thursdays at 8:00 pm at Shelby Presbyterian Church, 226 E. Graham St., Shelby. Contact Jann at 704-692-7688.

Support Group: Every Thursday, Depression and Anxiety peer support group meets at 205 S. Washington St., Shelby, NC. From 6:30 pm until 7:30pm upstairs in the Mental Health Association Office. Contact Jodi by text at 704-484-8998 or email qtbeauty76@gmail.com.

Monthly Meeting at American Legion, Post 82: 2nd Monday of every month. Meal at 6:00 pm, Meeting at 6:30 pm. Warren F. Hoyle, American Legion, Post 82, 1628 South Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. We invite all Veterans to attend our monthly meetings. If you are a son or grandson of a veteran, you can join the Sons of the American Legion. Members of the Legion family can join the Legion Riders. To join the American Legion, the veteran holds an honorable discharge or is an active duty veteran. Spouses, daughters, granddaughters of a veteran can join the Auxiliary.

Pinnacle Classical Academy archery team wins indoor state championship title

Pinnacle Classical Academy's Thunderbirds archery team won a first-place team prize at the recent North Carolina Scholastic 3-D Archery (S3DA) Indoor State Championships in Statesville.

The team of Duncan Pittillo, Jaxson Erhardt, Brylee Gladden, Emma Gladden, Madison Romain, Parker Proctor, David Dillow, and Jocelyn Grigg won the North Carolina state championship in indoor archery in the Eagle Division.

In addition, several team members had podium finishes in individual competitions:

Young Adult Female Pins: 1st place Dinah Gladden (perfect score of 150)

Young Adult Female Open: 3rd place Anzlee Kilby

Young Adult Male Barebow: 2nd place Hunter Gladden

Young Adult Male Pins: 2nd place Aidyn Smith

Eagle Open Male: 2nd place Duncan Pittillo (perfect score of 150)

Eagle Pins Female: 1st place Brylee Gladden, 2nd place Emma Gladden, 3rd place Madison Romain

"We're incredibly proud of these students, among the best in the state in archery," said Dr. Shelly Shope, the school's headmaster. "Six of our graduates have won college archery scholarships. We're so grateful for the hard work of Coach Todd Tongel and the support and dedication of our parents."

Founded in 2013, Pinnacle Classical Academy is a tuition-free public charter school in Shelby. It is ranked among the best elementary schools, best middle schools, and best high schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

Submitted by Jeff Ziegler

(left to right) Top row: Madison Romain, Emma Gladden, Jocelyn Grigg, Duncan Pittillo, Parker Proctor. Bottom row: David Dillow, Jaxson Erhardt, Brylee Gladden

A Messy Past

(Part 3 of “Women’s History Month” Series)

DANYALE PATTERSON

As Women’s History Month unfolds, the spotlight turns to unsung heroines of faith, and few stories resonate as powerfully as that of Rahab, a Canaanite woman whose life defies expectations. Once labeled a prostitute in the fortified city of Jericho, she became the great-greatgrandmother of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Himself! Her story teaches us that when we surrender to God’s will, he can make our future absolutely amazing. This is wonderful news especially for those who receive Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. 2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV) says, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”

A Leap of Faith Rahab’s story starts in Joshua 2. She lived in Jericho, a city about to be conquered by the Israelites.. But when two Israelite spies showed up, Rahab made a choice that changed everything. Joshua 2:9-11 (NIV) captures her bold faith: “I know that the Lord has given you this land…

for the Lord your God is God in heaven above and on the earth below.” Despite her past, Rahab recognized God’s power and chose to protect the spies, hiding them from the king’s men. In return, she asked for safety for her family—and the spies agreed. Here’s the beautiful part: Rahab’s faith wasn’t just words. Hebrews 11:31 (NIV) praises her, saying, “By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies, was not killed with those who were disobedient.” Her actions showed surrender to God’s will, trusting Him over her city’s fate. And God honored that faith!

A Legacy of Redemption

Rahab’ story is a neon sign shouting, “Your past doesn’t define you!” Maybe you’ve got chapters in your life you’d rather forget— mistakes, labels, or regrets. Rahab shows us that surrendering to God’s will can rewrite your story. Romans 8:28 (NIV) promises, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” God took Rahab’s messy past and turned it into a legacy of redemption. He can do the same for you! Today, whether you’re a mom, a student, a leader, or just navigating life, let Rahab

inspire you. Surrender your past to God—hand over the shame, the doubts, the “what ifs.” Trust that He’s writing a beautiful future, just like He did for Rahab. Her story proves that no one is too far gone for God’s grace.

PRAY THIS PRAYER:

“Father, I praise you for your unconditional love, grace and mercy. Thank you for looking beyond my faults and embracing me as your child. I am thankful that no matter what I have done, I can repent of my sins, and you will forgive me. You will embrace me and call me your child. What kind of love is this? It is amazing love. In Jesus’ nameAmen.”

CONNECTING TO GOD:

I encourage you to open your heart to God’s love and grace. Seek forgiveness for past wrongs, and invite Jesus into your heart as your Savior and Lord. Find a supportive community in a local church where you can grow and serve others. You can cultivate a meaningful relationship with God by dedicating daily time to reading the Bible and praying.

Danyale Patterson would love to connect with you! Contact her at www.danyale.com to share a testimony, send a prayer request, or book her for speaking engagements.

Cleveland County Bass Club

The Cleveland County Bass Club fished their March tournament at Lake Murray, March 15th.

The water temps are on the rise, they reported 60 degrees in the river area and said the water was stained for the most.

They had a pretty good day considering the pros were there earlier in March, the full moon, the moon eclipse and the pressure from the front Saturday night, they had a pretty good amount of fish caught.

Congratulations to everyone ! 2024 top 10 fish-off is at Lake Greenwood at the end of the

Carolina Bass Club

The Carolina Bass Club fished Lake Wiley, Saturday, March 15. 34 Anglers showed up to kick off spring time fishing, The weather was great, the water temp was 5255 degrees. The boat traffic was heavy. Here are the results:

11.53 lbs.

2nd - Brian Branch & Doyle Hudson - 5

The Big Fish of the day went to Alexa Barnes weighing 4.74 pounds.

Congratulations to the winners !

The Carolina Bass Club fishes Lake James, April 5.

Watchdog group warns about toxins in protein powder

As more people decide to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle, protein powder sales have increased significantly. This wildly popular dietary supplement continues to see enormous success. Consumers rely on it to lose weight, strengthen their muscles, accelerate post-workout recovery, and enhance their health and well-being overall. This makes finding clean protein more important for consumers.

While protein powder may appear to have promising benefits, not every product is safe to consume. Consumers should pay close attention to the protein powder ingredients listed on the label to ensure that they get the most out of their supplements. Here are some of the main dangers of taking conventional protein powder and how switching to clean protein can improve people’s lives.

Before buying a new protein powder product, consumers should be extremely wary of the toxic ingredients hidden inside

their favorite supplements. However, the most toxic ingredients are never listed on the label. The most common toxins found inside protein powder are heavy metals. These may include arsenic, lead, cadmium, and/ or mercury. Studies have found that prolonged exposure to heavy metals may play a significant role in the development of certain degenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and multiple sclerosis.

Many protein powder products also contain traces of pesticides, mycotoxins, BPA, and residual solvents. Traces of these substances are associated with a higher risk of heart disease, cancer, hypertension, and immune system deficiency. Because even lesser amounts of these toxins can have a detrimental effect on human health, customers must take a closer look at the ingredients in their protein powder before making a purchase.

Customers should be sure

to seek out the right elements in their protein powder. First, the best protein powder should have a healthy protein ratio. Protein powders should contain at least 15-20 grams of protein per serving. Consumers should consult with their doctors first to ensure they get the proper amount of protein from their supplements.

Another crucial factor is amino acids. Many clean protein powders are fortified with amino acids to promote healthy muscles, improve digestion, enhance tissue repair, and increase energy levels.

When looking for healthy protein powder ingredients, avoiding artificial colors, flavors, and added sugars is vital.

Being proactive when shopping for protein powder is essential to staying healthy. Consumers can get the most out of their protein powder supplements by avoiding toxic elements and seeking out only clean ingredients. Finding clean protein also helps customers establish healthy

habits that encourage them to lead cleaner and more wholesome lifestyles.

Label Project encourages brands to become part of the solution to address the growing consumer concern of industrial & environ-

mental contaminants and toxins in food and consumer products. For information, visit https:// cleanlabelproject.org/.

Clean Label Project™, a national non-profit with the mission to bring truth and transparency to food and consumer product labeling, issued the warning. The foundation of food and consumer product safety in America is primarily focused on pathogen and microbiological contaminants. However, there is an increase in consumer, media, and academic attention being paid to the health consequences of exposure to heavy metals, pesticide residues, and plasticizers. Yet, consumers will never find this information on product labels. The Clean Label Project is committed to changing the definition of food and consumer safety through the use of data, science, and transparency. The organization awards brands with products that place an emphasized focus on purity and surpass the minimum regulations required by FDA. The Clean

Aiming Outdoorsmen Toward Christ

By Gary Miller

In my home state of Tennessee, turkey season starts on April 12th. For years the opening dates were always the last Saturday in March. But as the number of birds started to decline, the game commission changed the dates. While there were probably several reasons, I think one of the main ones was to let the hens get bred before hunting season. While I hate waiting the two extra weeks, I think the commission’s plan worked. During the last couple of years, I have seen more turkeys than I have in several years prior. That gets me excited for this upcoming season. Another change, however, has been the limit of birds a hunter can harvest. While it used to be as many as four, we are only allowed two now. So, my season is shorter, and my opportunities are fewer. And to add to all of that, hunters are entering the field when the gobblers are acting differently than they were two weeks earlier. It seems everything has changed – except for the target. If you’ve lived long enough, this is nothing new – in every area of life.

One of the things I’m thankful for is that as I have grown older, I have never been the person who has “longed for the good ole days” or who has bemoaned the seemingly moral and ethical decline of the present generation. That’s not to say that some things are not worse now than before, but that it’s just not been something that I have embraced. To me, when I say those things, a whole host of bad things come to mind. I think of things like forgetting that my parents said the same thing about my generation. It also gives me the vibes that I am becoming unwilling to grow and learn, and that I’m becoming a cranky old man. And maybe more than anything, those thoughts give me the feeling that I should just give up on people and on even trying – that I should just mind my own business and become a hermit because this new generation is forever unredeemable. I mean why couldn’t they just leave the turkey season like it was! What do all these things have in common? My constant contentless complaints. What do my constant contentless complaints say about me? That the Spirit of God has not done His real work in my life. Don’t take my word for it. The Apostle Paul explained succinctly what God is trying to bring about in my life. He said, “But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things! (Gal 5:22-23 NLT) And what one should notice about these are how none of them can be done while complaining. So, when change comes, thank God that He thought you were the perfect person to be alive at this time, to show not only how to change gracefully, but how to love those whose season is different than yours.

Gary Miller gary@outdoortruths.org

GARY MILLER

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FRANCES ELIZABETH WHITE WYLIE

Frances Elizabeth White Wylie, of Blacksburg, passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

She was born August 3, 1940 in Casar, NC.

Frances is survived by a son and a daughter, Scott Wylie (Shellie) and Pam Anderson (Robert); five grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.

Graveside services were held March 9, 2024, at Casar Methodist Church Cemetery in Casar, NC with Rev. Brian Harris officiating.

DAVID WILLIAM BLANTON

David William “Herb” Blanton, 71, of Cherryville, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025.

He was born November 21, 1953, in Cleveland County to the late David Benjamin “Benny” and Mozelle Poole Blanton.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Chase Blanton.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Whitworth Blanton; son, Keith Blanton and wife, Christina; three grandchildren; and sister-in-law,

Vickey Silver. In accordance with his wishes, no formal services will be held.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 5445 77 Center Dr. Suite 60, Charlotte, NC 28217.

Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com

Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

TRACY COLEMAN STUART

Tracy Coleman Stuart, 58, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025.

Tracy was born on January 25, 1967 to the late Robert Stuart of Spartanburg, SC and the late Ruby Moore (Reid) of Forest City, NC.

Tracy is preceded in death by his brother, Roger Dobbins and a grandson.

He is survived by his wife, Linda; a daughter, Samantha Stuart Liggs (Vincent); a son, Randy Stuart (Gina); two grandchildren; and his siblings, Lee Stuart (Polly), Chuck Stuart and Kimberly Francis (Mike).

A Gathering of Family and Friends to remember Tracy

was held February 19, 2025, at Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC, Shelby.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.

Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl. com.

91, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025.

A native of Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late William and Olney McCurry.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Wallace Hester; baby brother, Bruce; brothers, Bill, Clifford and Don McCurry, and sisters, Catherine Mizell, and Elizabeth (Lib) Debrew.

She is survived by daughter, Barbara Digilio and husband Joe of York, SC; sister, Jane Harris of Matthews, NC, two granddaughters, and a great-granddaughter,

A Funeral Service was held February 25, 2025, at New Hope Baptist Church, 2621 Blacksburg Road, Earl, NC 28038 with Rev. Russ Bradley officiating. Interment followed at Sunset Cemetery.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family.

Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl. com.

ROGER LEE McGONIGAL

Roger Lee McGonigal of Blacksburg passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

He was the son of the late Howard McGonigal and Verna Petrak.

He is survived by his children, Bill McGonigal (Tammy), Ruthanna

McGonigal, and Daniel McGonigal (Nicole); eight grandchildren, and sixteen great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his mom and his son, Joseph McGonigal.

No services are planned at the present time.

Memorials may be made to Roger Lee McGonigal Fund, PO Box 428, Blacksburg, SC 29702.

on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.

He was born in Clark County, Alabama to the late Travis Hudson and Colen Henson Hudson. He is also predeceased by his two brothers, Rex Hudson and CB Hudson; and two sisters, Murl Allen and Ruth Thomas.

Mr. Hudson is survived by his wife, Betty E. Hudson; daughter, Ann Deal and husband Dennis Deal; son, Michael Hudson and wife Vivien Hudson; daughter, Sonya H. Shipley and husband Edward Shipley; nine grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; and sister, JoAnn Kelly and husband Boyce Kelly.

A Funeral Service was held March 2, 2025, at St. Paul Baptist Church, Casar, NC, with Pastor Keith Fulbright officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation is serving the family.

Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl. com

The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.

Psalm 18:10

JUSTIN TYLER MAYES

Justin Tyler Mayes, 31, of Shelby, passed away on February 26, 2025.

Born on January 29, 1994, in Shelby, NC.

He is survived by his parents, Jerry and Susan Mayes; his brother, Jeremy Mayes; and his sister, Virginia “Beth” Mayes.

Justin was preceded in death by his grandparents.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, March 23, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Girl Scout Hut in Shelby City Park, 850 West Sumter Street, Shelby, NC 28150.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.

James was born in Greensboro, NC, to the late Harold De Forest Craig and Etta Mae Craig (Worrell).

Mr. Craig served our country in the U.S. Navy. He is survived by his wife, Barbara of Golden Valley, NC; daughters: Katelin Rose (Craig) Zachman (Andrew) of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Cara (Cambridge) Reese of Woodruff, SC and son Casey Cambridge (Jackie) of Chanhassen, Minnesota; his brother, Paul Craig (Brent Ferrero) of Winder,

GA; sisters: Cathy (Craig) Goalen and (Craig Goalen) of Winder, GA and Susan (Craig) Clayton of Bedford, TX; and five grandchildren. A Celebration of Life event will be held in Bostic, NC on August 12, 2025. A Funeral Service will be held at graveside at the Summit Cemetery in Summit, NY at a later date. Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society and/or the Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: legacy.com.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family. Memorial tributes may be made at

Claude was born Sunday, May 6, 1973 in Rutherfordton to Barbara S. Greene who resides in Gilkey and the late Clyde Greene. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two sisters and ten brothers. Besides his mother, he is survived by his wife, Amy McCraw Greene; sons, Brandon Greene (Aaliyah) of Rutherfordton and Dylan Greene (Kristina) of Polkville; brother, Kenneth Greene of Cherryville; and nine grandchildren.

A celebration of life service was held March 15, 2025, at his son’s home, Rutherfordton, NC. Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com

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Reba Lail Poteat, 86, of Forest City, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Reba was born Monday, November 28, 1938 in Gaston County, NC to the late Frank Lail and Rosa Mae Rogers Lail.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Poteat; sons, Eddie Tipton, James Tipton, Robbie Tipton; daughter, Kathy Diane Tipton; brothers, William, Jerry and Frankie Lail and sisters, Jean Kelly and Lucille Moore.

She is survived by her sons, Wayne Tipton (Patricia) of Ellenboro, Scott Tipton of Rutherfordton and Jimmy Tipton (Teresa) of Forest City; sister, Rachel Whisnant of Henrietta; and sixteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren.

The funeral service was held March 12, 2025, at Goodes Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Robby Hensley officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery.

Memorial donations are requested to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com

DIANE COFFEY COLE

Diane Coffey Cole, 78, of Caroleen, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2025.

Diane was born Saturday, August 3, 1946 in Rutherford County to the late Raymond Coffey and Grace Roberts Coffey.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Cole, Sr.; son, Ronald Cole, Jr.; two grandchildren; a great grandchild; and four brothers and two sisters.

She is survived by her children, Tim Cole (Diane Sluder) of Caroleen, Clint Cole of Caroleen, Becky Cole (Justin Byers) of Mooresboro, Phyllis Cole (Joe Bristol) of Ellenboro, Gary Cole (Elizabeth) of Mooresboro, Barry Cole (Christie) of Mooresboro; sister, Barbara Baldwin of Virginia Beach, Virginia; fifteen grandchildren, thirty-one great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

The funeral service was held March 14, 2025, at the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ernie Cole and Reverend Tim Elmore officiating. Interment followed in the Caroleen-Avondale Cemetery.

Memorial donations are requested to Prospect Baptist Church, 2610 Prospect Church Road, Mooresboro, NC 28114.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com

DOROTHY ANN HAMRICK HENDRICK

Dorothy Ann Hamrick Hendrick, 94, of Shelby, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

Born in Shelby, NC on January 11, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Jessie Elizabeth Hamrick. Dot was also preceded in death by her husbands, Charles Hendrick; her daughter, Sandy Griffin; and her son-in-law, Paul Szymborski Jr.

She is survived by her sister, Pat Darty; her daughter, Jane Szymborski; her daughter, Patti Thompson and husband John; son-in-law, Walt Griffin; six grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.

Services were held March 12, 2025, at Sulphur Springs Methodist Church, officiated

Memorial donations may be made in her memory to Life Enrichment Center, 110 Life Enrichment Blvd. Shelby, NC 28150; or to Sulphur Springs Methodist Church, P. O. Box 1073, Shelby, NC 28151.

Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center is serving the family. www.claybarnette.com

Mickey Louis Hoyle, 61, of Casar, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

Born on March 11, 1963 in Burke County, he was a son of the late Thurman and Florence Newton Hoyle.

Mickey is survived by children Daniel Hoyle and wife Brittany of Forest City, NC and Mia Price and husband John of Mill Springs; brother, Keith Hoyle and wife Michelle of Shelby; and two grandchildren.

A funeral service was held March 11, 2025, in the Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home Chapel with the Dr. Chris Emory officiating. Burial followed at St. Paul Baptist Church Cemetery.

Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Fallston is serving the family.

GEORGE MICHAEL SOUTHARD

George Michael Southard, 82, of Shelby, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

Mr. Southard served our country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War.

He was the son of George

and Norma Southard and was born and raised in Shelby.

A graveside service with full military honors was held March 7, 2025, at Cleveland Memorial Park in Shelby, NC.

A celebration of life service was held March 8, 2025, in the Webb Chapel of First Baptist Church.

Memorials may be made to the Charles George Medical Center attention: VA Hospice 1100 Tunnel Rd Asheville, NC 28805

Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

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

WALTER TRAVIS MANGUM

Walter Travis Mangum, 71, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

Travis is survived by his wife, Amy Henry Mangum; two daughters, Jillian Dill (David) and Jordan Byess (McClain); three grandchildren, all of Greenville, SC; and his brother, Bill Mangum (Paige) of Harpswell, ME.

He is preceded in death by his son, Whitley and daughter, Grayson; his parents, Howard and Elsie Mangum; and his sister, Marilyn Mangum Searle, all of Wake Forest, NC.

A memorial service was held March 8, 2025, in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church of Shelby.

Memorials may be made to The Joe Martin ALS Foundation of Charlotte and Hospice of Cleveland County. Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

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

A private family time was held at Cleveland Memorial Park.

Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Neal Senior Center.

Online condolences may be made at www.cecilburtonfuneralhome.com.

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

BYRON HOWARD HENDRICK

Byron Howard Hendrick, 72, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Byron was born in Shelby, NC, to the late Mal and Wanda Hendrick. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Robin Hendrick.

Byron is survived by his wife, Sheila Murray Hendrick; daughter, Crystal Hendrick Bryson and husband Chuck; son, Eric Byron Hendrick and wife Laurie; three grandchildren; siblings: Mike Hendrick and wife Esther, Connie Waldrep and husband Benny, Susan Melton and husband David; sister-in-law, Marie Hendrick; brother-in-law, Chris Murray and wife Vicki; and sister-in-law, Robyn Greene.

A memorial service was held March 16, 2025, in the sanctuary of Elizabeth Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Rit Varriale offering words of encouragement.

Memorials may be made to VIA Health Partners/Hospice Cleveland County, P.O. Box 470408, Charlotte, NC 28247 and Elizabeth Baptist Church Senior Adult Ministry, 301 North Post Road, Shelby, NC, 28150.

Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

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

2025.

Born in Shelby, NC, on April 1, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Dewitt Street and Ocie Mae Parris Street.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James C Jenkins.

Sherrill is survived by a son, David Jenkins, and her special friend, Jack Kennedy.

A memorial service was held March 9, 2025, at Zoar Baptist Church with Pastors Jon Jones and Kathy Houser officiating.

Marjorie is survived by two granddaughters; five great grandchildren; a great great granddaughter; three sisters, Doris Blackwell and husband Butch of Ellenboro, Grace Ramsey of Drexel, and Ruby Outen and husband James of Monroe; and three brothers, Donald Campbell and wife Renee of New House, Harold Campbell Jr. of Ellenboro, Oliver Campbell of Lattimore. Funeral services were held March 10, 2025, at Cecil M Burton Funeral Home and Crematory.

Condolence messages may be made online at cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

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

PERRY ELDRED ALLEN

Perry Eldred Allen, 75, of Shelby, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Perry is survived by his wife of 25 years Christina Packard Allen.

To honor the life of Perry, the family will hold services privately. Burial will be held at Sandy Plains Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home is serving the family.

away on Thursday, March 5, 2025.

MARJORIE CAMPBELL

Marjorie Campbell, 91, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Born in Rutherford County on March 25 1933, she was the daughter of the late Robert Willie and Winnie Pearl Hunt Campbell.

In addition to her parents, Marjorie is preceded in death by her son, Ricky Miles; two great great grandchildren; three sisters, Linda Willis, Dorothy Lookadoo and Mary Hudson; and four brothers, Forest Campbell, Howard Campbell, Wayne Campbell and Bob Campbell.

She was born May 21, 1938, in Cuyahoga County, OH, to the late Charles Richard and Gladys Ruth Stuehr Seikel. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her previous husbands, Charles Webber, and Don Henry; and her daughter-inlaw, Patti Crews.

Survivors include her son, Danny Crews (Cheryll), two granddaughters; a greatgrandson; sister, Lynne Seikel; and stepchildren, Eric Henry (Fay), Kurt Henry, and Brian Henry.

A Celebration of Life was held March 15, 2025, at Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services with Pastor Keith Huss officiating. Burial followed at City Memorial Cemetery. Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

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JENNIFER FLYNN COYLE

Jennifer Flynn Coyle, 50, of Blacksburg, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025.

Born in Gaffney, she was the wife of Johnny Wayne Coyle and the daughter of David and Janet Cobb Flynn.

She is also survived by her three children: Justin Holcomb (Katelyn), Amber Holcomb, and Brittany Carpenter (Chase); two sisters, Tracy Galbreath (Michael) and Brandi Duncan (Donnie); her six grandchildren and one on the way.

A funeral service was held March 15, 2025, in the Gordon Mortuary Chapel.

GARY MICHAEL MOSS, SR.

Gary Michael Moss Sr., 76, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Born April 23, 1948 in Cleveland County, NC, he was the son of the late Robert James Moss and Ruby May Laws Moss and was preceded in death by sisters Sheila Elaine Moss, Paula Jean Moss, and infant Phyllis Annette Moss.

He is survived by his son, Gary Moss II of Shelbyville, TN; and brother, Phillip Moss of Kings Mountain, NC.

No services are planned at this time.

Guest register available at www.harrisfunerals.com

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.

SHERRI NICHOLS PRESTON

Sherri Nichols Preston, 44, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

She was born on September 7, 1980, in Newport News, VA.

Sherri is preceded in death by her father, Henry Nichols Jr., and her daughter, Cassie Conard.

She is survived by her mother, Pat Nichols of Shelby; her daughter, Kaitlynn Lynn and husband Joshua of Shelby; her brothers, Daniel Nichols and wife Danyel of Grover

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and Eddie Nichols and wife Ashley of Forest City; and three grandchildren.

To honor Sherri’s memory and informal gathering was held March 15, 2025, at Sunset Cemetery, near the grave of her daughter Cassie.

Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center is serving the family.

SHARON CORDELL

Sharon Cordell, 53, of Rutherfordton, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

Sharon was born Sunday, June 6, 1971 in Rutherford County to the late Wayne Cordell and Brenda Hood Cordell.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents.

She is survived by her sisters, Lisa Parker (Joe) of Rutherfordton and Laura Hillman (Richard) of Ellenboro.

A gathering of family and friends to honor Sharon’s life was held March 13, 2025, at Harrelson Funeral Home.

Memorial donations are requested to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.

org

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com

NORMAN BAILEY

Norman Bailey, age 82, of Boiling Springs, NC, passed away Monday, March 10, 2025 at his home.

Norman was born Saturday, October 29, 1942, in Rutherford County to the late George Logan Bailey and Ruth May Hardin Bailey.

Mr. Bailey served our country in the US Army during the Vietnam War.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, J.P. Bailey, Clifford Bailey, Roy Bailey, Jake Bailey, Barbara Randolph and Dennis Bailey. He is survived by his wife, Beverly Jones Bailey; son, Andrew Bailey (Andrea B.) of Boiling Springs, NC; sisters, Jean Baily of Boiling Springs, NC and Pam Thomas of Gaffney, SC and brother, George Henry Bailey (Patsy) of Sunshine.

A graveside service was held March 13, 2025, at Morningstar Baptist Church Cemetery with Mr. Daniel Bailey officiating. Memorial donations are requested to the Disabled

American Veterans, 2501 US Highway 64/74, Rutherfordton, NC 28139.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com

A memorial service was held March 15, 2025, at the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Reverend Joe Irvin officiating.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Gentry Milburn (William) of Mitchellville, MD; and three brothers, Alvin Gentry of Sacramento, CA, Ricky Gentry (Charmaine) of Forest City, NC, and Steve Gentry (Rhonda) of Forest City, NC.

Funeral services were held March 14, 2025, at S.T. Enloe Memorial Chapel.

HORACE LEE McCLUNEY

Mr. Horace Lee McCluney, 76, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Horace was born on September 22, 1948, in Cherokee County, SC, to the late Raymond (Cluff) McCluney, Sr. and Nina Eloise Oglesby McCluney.

Mr. McCluney served our country in the U.S. Navy.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Howard (Ike) McCluney, Sr. and Jerry W. McCluney, Sr. and two sisters, Laura Mae Quinn and Mary Francis Byers.

Horace is survived by his children, Lisa Childers and Guan Childers of Atlanta, GA, Denise James, Chris Williams (Linda) and Darrell Williams Sr., all of Lawndale, NC; five grandchildren; brothers, Raymond McCluney, Jr. and Larry McCluney (Caroline) of Shelby, NC, Roy Lewis McCluney (Kytrina) of Gastonia, NC; and sisters, Katie Ross and Edna Willis of Shelby, NC, and Tina Huskey Moore of Kings Mountain, NC.

Funeral services were held March 13, 2025, at Shoal Creek Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

PLEASANT

Lavonda Sailors Pleasant, 80, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025.

Lavonda was born Sunday, June 4, 1944, in Cleveland County to the late Ernest “Shorty” Sailors and Annie Mae Hollifield Sailors.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Christopher Pleasant; brothers, Jay, Jim and Lawrence Sailors; and sisters, Burene Arrowood, Marilyn Hubbard, Patsy Hollifield, Evelyn Goode and Annie Mae Faircloth.

She is survived by her husband, Roger Pleasant; son, Kevin Pleasant (Jennifer Carver) of Forest City; a granddaughter; and sisters, Rosemary Barkley and Kathy McCloskey.

Lucille Henderson Byers Roberson, 91, of Forest City, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.

Lucille was born Thursday, April 27, 1933 in Cherokee County, SC to the late Karl Henderson and Bertha Blackwell Henderson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Walter “Slick” Byers, Orville Spake and William Roberson; two sons, Adrian Byers and an infant boy; a great grandson; and sisters, Corine Fowler, Evelyn Doggett, Polly Price, Helen Blackwell, Grace Conner and Ruth Deese.

She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Byers Harris of Forest City; three granddaughters; five great grandchildren; and a great-great grandchild.

The funeral service was held March 15, 20215, at Caroleen Methodist Church with Reverend Roy Byers officiating. Interment followed at Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery.

Memorial donations are requested to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043 or to Caroleen Methodist Church, PO Box 187, Caroleen, NC 28019.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Kaye Allen Upton, 80, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

Born on May 6, 1944, Kaye was the daughter of the late Herman and Vernie Allen.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jim Upton.

She is survived by her daughters, Angela McKee (Steve) and Kelly Upton (Stephanie); five grandchildren; a great-grandchild; her brother, Roland Allen (Ellen).

In addition to her husband and parents, Kaye was preceded in death by her fatherin-law and mother-in-law, Columbus and Viola Johnson; and her sister-in-law, Norma Frady (Mike).

A graveside service was held March 14, 2025, at Patterson Springs Baptist Church. Interment was at Patterson Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, Grover, NC.

Memorials may be made to Hospice or VIA Health Partners of Cleveland County. Guest register available at www.harrisfunerals.com

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.

and Gail (Brooks) Canipe on April 12, 1982.

In addition to his parents, Barry is survived by his brother, Timothy Canipe (Glenda); and his sister Nina Topper (Brian). He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents; his paternal grandparents; and his sister, Christine (Canipe) Appleman and brother-in-law, Ronnie Appleman.

Donations may be made to All God’s Creatures Great and Small Doggie Daycare 2001 Hickory Blvd. Lenoir, NC 28645

A funeral service was held in the chapel of Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home. Burial followed at Double Springs Baptist Church and was live streamed on the Facebook page of Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home. Condolence messages may be made online at cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the Canipe family. on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Mrs. McSwain was born on October 21, 1931 in Cleveland County, NC, a daughter of the late Thomas Powell and Elizabeth Parker Powell.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Jethro William “Bill” McSwain and two sister, Martha Mode and Myrtle Thompson.

She is survived by a sister-in-law, Melba McSwain of Cherryville.

EDDIE GENE GENTRY

Mr. Eddie Gene Gentry passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

He was born October 18, 1951, in Cleveland County, NC, to the late G.H. and Bulah Mae Gentry.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two grandchildren.

He is survived by two children: a daughter, Laverne Denise Hopper and a son, Eddie Dean McShaw, both of Shelby, NC; a grandchild; two great grandchildren; two sisters, Mae Lois Hoskins of Shelby and Loretta

County, NC to Bobby “Bob” Joe Greene and the late Geraldine Hutchins Greene. He is survived by his children: son, Brad Green; son, Ricky Greene; daughter, Brandy Greene; daughter, Tabby Greene; daughter, Geraldine Greene; son, Brandon Isaiah; brother, Scott Greene; five grandchildren and a great-grandchild.

A Funeral Service was held March 1, 2025, at New Buffalo Baptist Church, Grover, NC. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.

Funeral services will be held March 15, 2025 at StameyCherryville Funeral Home with Pastor Zack Christy officiating. Burial followed at Bess Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery in Cherryville.

Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, 601 N. Pink Street, Cherryville, NC 28021 or to Bess Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Linda Towery, 2357 Bess Chapel Church Road, Cherryville, NC 28021.

A guest register is available at www.stameycherryvillefuneralhome.com. StameyCherryville Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family.

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ROGER DALE WOODY

Roger Dale Woody, 74, of Shelby, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025.

Mr. Woody served our country in the U.S. Services.

He is the son of the late Joseph Ray and Eva Mae Woody.

He is survived by his wife, Kathy Little Woody; three daughters, Lori Woody (Rodney Pruett), Meredith Woody Large (Tom), and Erin Woody Merritt (Edward); eight grandchildren; and his brother, Bradley Woody (Brenda).

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Anna Kathryn Woody; brothers George Woody (Phyllis) and Don Woody (Sue); and sisters Lea Ledford (Bradley) and Ann Holifield.

A Celebration of Life was held March 15, 2025, at Eastside Baptist in Shelby. Inurnment with full military honors took place at Sunset Cemetery.

Memorials may be made in Roger’s honor to Duke University. Checks Payable to Duke University – Memo – Fund: 3918226 - Woody Alumni and Development Records, Duke University Box 90581 Durham, NC 277080581 https://gifts.duke.edu/ mem/Woody

Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

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

Vera Mae Franks Pratt, 88, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

She was born in Berrien County, Michigan to the late Floyd Franks and Berniece Guderian Franks. She is also predeceased by her son, Jerry Michael Kelley; daughters, Shelley Cox-Beyer and

Ruthann Kelley; two grandchildren; and nine siblings.

Vera is survived by her son, Rick (Vickie) Pratt; daughters, Wanda Johnson, Kathleen (Doug) Kreft, Caren (Steve) Kuntz, Vicki Ashley and Sharon Jones; son-in-law, Bradley Beyer; four grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and sisters, Linda (Bob) Frazier and Ruby (Ron) Castor.

Private Family Services will be held at a later date.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Services, LLC is serving the family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.

Cindy Lou Harrison Williamson, 68, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025. She was born in Wayne County, Michigan to the late Robert Eugene Harrison and Janice Dybala Harrison. She is also predeceased by two brothers, Norman Harrison and Daniel Harrison; and a sister, Diana Roy.

Left to cherish her memory are her three sons, Gary E. Poston, Joseph O’Conner and Eric O’Conner; a daughter-in-law, Cierra Kinney; seven grandchildren; a sister, Julie Volante.

Private Family Services will be held at a later date.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Services, LLC is serving the family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.

For the sorrow that is according to the will of God produces a repentance without regret, leading to salvation; but the sorrow of the world produces death.

2 Corinthians 7:10

But when the kindness and the love of God our Savior toward man appeared, not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us, through the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Savior.

– Titus 3:3-6

MACK LEONARD KALE,

JR.

Mack Leonard Kale, Jr., 77, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025.

A native of Cleveland County, he was born to the late Mack Leonard Kale, Sr. and Ruby Fortenberry Kale. He is also predeceased by his daughter, Jessica Fisher; sister, Susie Blanton; and brother, Tommy Kale.

He is survived by his wife, Beth Slaght - Kale; children, Johnny “Lee” Kale, Jason Kale (Kammie), Zachary Kale (Kirstin), Jessica Howard (Bruce), Haley LaRhette (J.R.) and Stephanie Fisher; thirteen grandchildren and soon due twins; and sister, Doris Wellmon.

Mr. Kale served our country in the U.S. Army.

Private Family Services will be held at a later date.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Services, LLC is serving the family. Memorial tributes may be made at

She was born February 17, 1950 in Rutherford, NC, to the late Judd Lee Wilkie and Livonia Radford Cole. She is also preceded in death by her daughter, Lisa Guillermo; son, Anthony Guillermo; and brother, Terry Wilkie.

Brenda is survived by her son, TJ Boykins and wife Jessica Watson; three grandchildren; five great grandchildren; sister, Jean Gilbert and husband Jimmy Gilbert; and sister-in-law, Janet Reid.

A Celebration of Life Event was held March 15, 2025 at Holly Springs Baptist Church, Rutherfordton, NC.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Services, LLC is serving the family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.

Last month, the N.C. House proposed a bill to designate the Moravian cookie as “the official cookie of the State of North Carolina.”

Sponsored by Representatives Lambeth Paré, Kyle Hall, and Larry Potts, House Bill 124 proposed to adopt Moravian cookies as the state’s standard bearer. The Bill has been referred to the House Rules, Calendar, and Operations Committee.

Language in the Bill states, “Whereas, during the 18th century, settlers from the European kingdom of Moravia traveled to America and founded the town of Salem (now Winston-Salem) in North Carolina in 1766; and Whereas, when the Moravians settled in North Carolina, they brought with them a 6 spice cookie similar to the German Lebkuchen cookie; and Whereas, these thin spice cookies are known as Moravian cookies and made of 8 ingredients such as mo-

lasses, allspice, and ginger; and Whereas, the Moravian cookie is one of the most popular cookies in North Carolina; Whereas, Moravian cookies have been made and sold in Winston-Salem since the 1950s and millions of pounds of cookies are baked, packaged, and distributed worldwide annually; and Whereas, sales of Moravian cookies promote tourism in the State and contribute to the State’s economy; and Whereas, it is fitting to recognize the positive impact the Moravians have had on the State’s culture by adopting the Moravian cookie as the official cookie of the State of North Carolina.”

The Bill is expected to leave a positive “taste” in the mouths of North Carolina citizens, as it will positively impact local businesses, particularly those involved in the production and sale of Moravian cookies. The Bill would help promote tourism in Winston-Salem and the state

of North Carolina, as visitors are drawn to the area to experience the unique cultural heritage associated with the Moravian cookie.

It is believed that the increased recognition and demand for Moravian cookies will lead to higher sales and revenue for local bakeries and businesses that produce and distribute these cookies, contributing to the local economy and creating additional jobs in the region.

Supporters contend that the Bill will foster an increased sense of pride and community among residents, as the Moravian cookie is officially recognized as a symbol of the state’s rich cultural history.

After committee review and endorsement, the Bill is expected to advance through the House and Senate and arrive on the Governor’s desk for his signature unless the legislation “crumbles” before becoming law.

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Wednesday, April 30, 2025 • 10:00 am to 11:30 am It will be taught by Jenna Sharrits, Digital Navigator with the Foothills Regional Commission Area Agency on Aging. Class is free of charge.

Space is limited, so RSVP by calling the Neal Center at 704/482-3488 no later than Friday, April 25, 2025, at Noon

Take A Look At Some Of The Neal Center’s New Look...

Some new appearances are taking place at the Neal Center! Several of the activity rooms have received an updated look to better appeal to the participants of the center. Here’s what’s been done thus far:

These two photos show the new layout for the center’s Recreation Room. The floors were professionally cleaned and polished. A set of tables and chairs have been added for a permanent meeting place. A sofa, along with plants and other décor, adds a warm and cozy look and feel to the room.

The Recreation Room is a combination meeting room and exercise room. Activities such as: “Ladies Support” and “Veteran’s Coffee & Chat” meet in this room. Some of the older fixtures in the room were removed to give it a more “open” and “spacious” appearance. The changes have been very well received.

The exercise area still contains the pool tables and exercise equipment. A new treadmill was just added, which now makes it three treadmills available for use. This area will also be used for Corn Hole and the Table Tennis equipment will soon be reinstalled.

The exercise equipment has been reorgnized to provide improved space for participants. In turn, we hope this will encourage more participants to want to take an active part in a regular exercise routine.

..AND MORE CHANGES ARE STILL TO COME!

Additional changes are on the horizon as the Neal Senior Center upgrades to accommodate the needs of our participants. As the changes take place, there may be times where a specific room or area will be temporarily closed while the refurbishing is done. Signs will be posted in those areas as the changes happen. Your patience and understanding during this transition is much appreciated as we strive to improve our facility to serve our patrons

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Thur.-Sat, March 20-22

What: Revival

When: 6:00 pm, March 20-22.

Where: Calvary Way Holiness Church, 1017 2nd St., Kings Mountain, NC

More Info: Gospel Singing by Kristina & Southern Praise followed by Spirit filled preaching from Dawn Boggs. Everyone is welcome!

Saturday, March 22

What: Soup Supper Fundraiser

When: 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm, March 22.

Where: High Shoal Baptist, 284 High Shoals Church Rd., Henrietta, NC.

More Info: Adults: $7.00, Kids: 6-12 y/o $3.00, under 6 y/o free. Soups, cornbread, sandwiches, desserts, drinks. Proceeds to the Needy Family Christmas Fund.

Saturday, March 29

What: Annual Fish Fry

When: 12:00 noon until 6:00 pm, March 29. Where: Bethlehem Community Church, 6753 Hwy 182, Cherryville, NC.

More Info: Serving fish with all the trimmings. Donation accepted and appreciated.

Saturday, March 29

What: Spaghetti Supper Benefit Meal

When: 4:00 pm until, March 29.

Where: Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church (Cleveland), 1301 Mt. Pleasant Church Rd., Mooresboro, NC

More Info: Benefit Meal for Missionary Jun Rodrigo. All proceeds go to help with medical expenses. Spaghetti Supper includes salad, bread, dessert and drink. Donations only.

Sunday, March 30

What: “The Lamb Through Scripture”

When: 10:00 AM, March 30.

Where: Westview Baptist Church, 500 Melody Lane, Shelby, NC

More Info: Presented by Sam Nadler with Word of Messiah Ministries. Sam is a Jewish believer in Jesus, who has been in ministry for over 40 years. He is the founder and president of Word of Messiah Ministries. For more info. call 704-487-1213 or view Westview Baptist Church Facebook page.

Sunday, April 13

What: Living Passion Drive-Thru

When: 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm, April 13.

Where: Cedar Grove Lutheran Church, 261 Cedar Grove Church Road, Vale, NC.

More Info: A Free, drive-thru event. We invite the community to experience the Easter/Passion events of Christ’s life. You will drive by scenes in which our church members assume the roles of the figures in the stories we associate with Jesus’ final week...from the joyful crowds of Palm Sunday, to the Last Supper, to the betrayal, the trial before Pilate, to the cross, and the resurrection.

Sunday, April 20

What: “What Manner of Love” Musical

When: 10:45 am

Where: Bethel Baptist Church, 606 S. Dekalb St., Shelby, NC

More Info: Musical celebrating the agony of Christ’s cross and the triumph of His resurrection. Featuring the Celebration Choir of Bethel Baptist Church. No charge for admission and childcare available for NB-3. Call 704482-8922 for details.

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Al-Anon Family Groups Support: Al-Anon Family Support Groups: Al-Anon Family Support Groups support those who are affected by someone else’s drinking and drug use. No Name AFG meets on Mondays at 12noon at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 510 W Sumter St., Shelby. Contact Kay at 704-473-4891. Shelby AFG meets on Thursdays at 8:00 pm at Shelby Presbyterian Church, 226 E. Graham St., Shelby. Contact Jann at 704-692-7688.

Nar-Anon Support Group: Meets 6:30 pm weekly on Tuesdays at the First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. Nar-Anon is a support group for those affected by someone else’s drug addiction. We meet in the classroom of Dale St., between Sumter and Campbell St. Park on the side of the church or in the alley. Signs are posted. Call Bill, 704-692-2092 or the church office, 704-482-3467.

Support Group: Every Thursday, Depression and Anxiety peer support group meets at 205 S. Washington St., Shelby, NC. From 6:30 pm until 7:30pm upstairs. Questions text Jodi at 704-484-8998 or email qtbeauty76@gmail.com.

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• Parental Control: Social media platforms must implement measures to verify parental consent for minors aged 14 and 15.

• Content Restrictions: Platforms must restrict access to certain content deemed harmful to minors.

• Data Protection: Enhanced data privacy measures for minors, including restrictions on data collection and targeted advertising.

• Enforcement: The Bill includes penalties for social media companies that fail to comply with these regulations.

The Bill's sponsors believe that social media-free kids will have better social and mental health and improved academic lives.

Joseph Blackholm, from the N.C. Values Coalition stated, "These algorithms are harming attention spans for children. They are losing the ability to focus; they are losing the ability to do deep work because their brains are literally being rewired."

The Bill, filed on March 5, would ban anyone under 14 from having any social media account and force platforms to permanently delete existing accounts.

Representative Jackson mentioned that platforms generally comply with laws like this and have followed similar laws in other states. "Platforms are good about abiding by the law," he said.

For teenagers aged 14 and 15, the Bill would require parental consent to have a social media account. Representative Zenger noted the strong support from parents, say-

ing, "Parents are just bombarded with things they have to watch out for and navigate with their kids, and so what you hear from parents is this is such a hard battle." Representative Jackson added, "Kids under 14 would be so much better off if they were out in the woods hunting rabbits and, on the ballfield, playing softball and baseball, and in the creek catching salamanders than playing on their phones on social media."

North Carolina House Bill 301 shares similarities with social media regulations in other states, but there are some unique aspects. For example, Utah requires age verifi cation and parental consent for minors under 18 and imposes a "social media curfew" between 10:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. Connecticut requires parental consent for users under 16. Arkansas mandates age verification and parental consent for social media use. Maryland bans personalized content for users under 16. California requires websites likely to be used by minors to estimate visitors' ages and provide privacy control. Louisiana clarifies liability for failure to perform age verification.

Overall, North Carolina's HB 301 aligns with the broader trend of increasing parental control and protection for minors on social media. Still, each state has its own specific measures and enforcement strategies.

House Bill 301 was referred to another committee on March 6.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

SOUTHERN GOSPEL EXPRESS Will be Expressing the Gospel of Jesus with Songs you’ll know and love at New Salem Church, Shelby, NC. (formerly Hoey UMC.) 2300 Hoey Church Road, Shelby, NC 28152. Sunday, March 30, 2025, 9:30 am. 704-487-1205 for more info.

CAR & TRUCK DETAILING by Ronnie Henderson. Call for Pricing. Reasonable Rates! (704) 691-5030

PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENTS! Steel Buildings & Covers. Hay Barns, Boat Storage Sheds, Pavilions, Tractor & Implement Storage. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 2455895

COLLECTORS VAULT. TWO DAYS. Toys/Collectibles. Fri.

3/21, 4-8pm and Sat.

3/22, 8am-4pm. Admission $5. 181 West Main, Gaston, NC; 704297-0103

GOLDEN DOMERS TOY AND HOBBY. Visit our NEW LOCATION .....Model Cars, Die-cast Cars & Trucks, Tractors, Hot Wheels, Construction Toys, Sports Memorabilia, Autographed Items, Hard to Find Items! See Mike & Brandon Willis. We’re located at 104 Oliver Ave. (behind El Acapulco Mexican Restaurant in Boiling Springs), Shelby 704-297-0102 or 704-297-0103

WE BUY & SELL SILVER AND GOLD COINS, JEWELRY, Etc. Jake’s Knives & Collectibles located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby,NC. Call 704-600-6996 or (980) 295-5568

FOR ALL YOUR TOWING NEEDS... Call F. S. Lawson Towing, LLC at 828-453-0113.

LOOKING FOR A LABORORER TO clean up dog kennel and spread Diatomaceous Earth powder for insects on my yard. $10 per hour. Text 828-3051834. Forest City area.

KEANDREA S GLOVER. Announcing the death of KeAndrea S. Glover. KeAndrea died on Monday, December 16, 2024 at Moses Cone Wesley Long Hospital in Greensboro NC. (336) 225-3239 djuanaleverett@yahoo.com

EMPLOYMENT

HELPER NEEDED. Gardening, Animal Care, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing. (864) 491-5247

MAINTENANCE MAN FOR RENTAL PROPERTY. Must have valid Drivers License. Pay based on experience. 704-4734299.

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

EMPLOYMENT

HELP WANTED IN POLK COUNTY. Hiring for WEEKENDS and NIGHTS located just off Hwy 74 & I-26. 18+ only with Driver’s License and HS Diploma/GED. $14/ hour plus HIRING BONUS for full or part time! Direct Support Professional (DSP) in residential care home for persons with mild developmental disabilities. Not physically demanding. Very light cleaning and easy meal prep in quiet atmosphere. Time to read, study, watch tv, etc. Great for seniors, college students in medical/human services studies, night owls, etc.. Frequent raises happily given with excellent attendance and performance. No experience necessary, paid training provided. Email: p.culbreth@ siainc.org

ASSEMBLER/PRODUCTION.

Assemble standard assemblies and subassemblies using process equipment as directed by engineering drawings and manufacturing routers (or MWO). Can use small hand tools such as air tools, wire cutter, needle nose pliers, ruler and wire strippers. Requires use of preparatory machinery such as soldering irons, scales, arbor presses, grinder and band saws. Requires use of some inspection tools such as hi-pot testers and multi-meters. Must have HS Diploma or equivalent and consent to background check and drug screen. Experience not necessary, but helpful. Great pay and benefits. M-F 8-4:30. Check out our website & YouTube channel: https://www. smith-systems-inc.com/ (828) 884-3490 HR@smith-systemsinc.com

CHRISTIAN SCHOOL KINDERGARTEN TEACHER. Charity Christian School has an opening for a Kindergarten Teaching Position. Anyone that would be interested should contact us by email or phone at: charitychristianschool@ gmail.com (704) 419-4574

BUSINESS SERVICES

FOR REASONABLE RATE

LAWN SERVICE. Call (704) 472-4737

THE TILE GUY. We specialize in professional tile installation of showers, bathrooms, floors, kitchen backsplash. Tile & stone backsplashes & fireplaces. Call 828-748-9163 or 828388-0196.

KODAK COMPLETE CONCRETE FINISHING LLC. Free estimates. Serving North & South Carolina. Call 704-9145010.

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tuneup Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704472-9367.

BUSINESS SERVICES

ROB’S LAWN CARE. I do lawns in the Shelby Area. Reasonable Rates! Call (704) 4734660

REAL ESTATE SERVICES. Buy! Sell! We Make It Easy! Looking to buy your dream home? Sell for top dollar? • Expert Negotiation • Market Insights • Hassle-Free Transactions. Your real estate goals are our priority. Let’s make it happen! Call Helen Curtis, Broker at 828429-2385 Tiptop Realty, LLC helen-curtis@att.net Serving Rutherford and Cleveland County for 21 years. Your Home, Your Future—We’re Here to Help! (828) 429-2385 helen-curtis@att.net

YEAR LONG LAWN CARE SERVICES. We are currently getting our spring list together to provide cutting your yard, weed eating, and blowing off all areas. Be sure to call soon, we will fill up fast 980-522-3335 (980) 522-3335 longbrad1963@gmail.com

ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, full service on lawnmowers or tractor. Honest & Reliable! (704) 300-2332

SPRING TIME IS COMING! Offering all types of Home Repair. Landscaping, Hot Water Heaters, Install Ceiling Fans, Mini Blinds and much more. Call or Text today (704) 6924449

D&D LANDSCAPING. We offer complete Lawn Care. Very reasonably priced! Based in Cherryville also serving surrounding areas. We offer discounts for seniors and veterans. Please give us a call for a quote! (704) 530-1237 smithdamien47@yahoo.com

GREENLINE LAWN CARE, PREMIUM SERVICE, LUSH RESULTS.! Mowing, Edging, Fertlizing & More. Call 980522-6626 for a greener lawn today!

HANDYMAN SERVICES. No job too small. Have references. Construction, landscaping, etc. Jack of all trades! 40 plus years of experience. 828-375-5773.

YOUR TRUSTED HANDYMAN SERVICES. NEED A HELPING HAND AROUND THE HOUSE? LOOK NO FURTHER! WE ARE HERE TO HELP TACKLE YOUR NEEDS. DON’T LET THOSE HOME REPAIRS PILE UP— IS YOUR LAWN LOOKING TIRED AND OVERGROWN? LET US REJUVENATE YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE. CONTACT US TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE! (704) 466-2333

AUCTIONS

SPRING CONSIGNMENT

AUCTION. Onsite and Online. Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 - 10 am; Preview: Friday, March 21st, 2025 - 10 am till 6 pm; Location: 12462 NC-209 Hot Springs, NC 28743 WWW. EJ-AUCTION.COM Partial Listing: Metal Shelves, Safety Roll Around Ladder, Rotary Mower, Spreader Bars, Antique Saw Blades, Tarps, Air Hoses, Water Pressure Tank, Commercial Lights, Antique Metal Boxes, Building Materials, Doors, Windows and more! Vehicles: 2013 Ford F-150, 2010 Ford F-150, 2012 Ford F350 XLT (runs rough), Chevy 3500 Crane Truck, 2007 Chevy Tahoe, 2017 Ford F-350 Service Truck. Bill of Sale Vehicles: 1937 Cadillac 60 Series, 1998 GMC 6500 Dump Truck. Tractors and Mowers: Ford 3000 Diesel, Antique John Deere, John Deere Z- 60” Deck. Trailers: 2019 Gator Gooseneck 25’ + 5’, Nu-Van Soft Side Trailer, Wabash Dry Van 53’ Storage Trailer. Boats: 2001 Crestliner Pontoon Boat. Shipping Containers / Conex: 20’ Shipping ContainerQTY 5. EDWARD JOHNSON AUCTIONEERS, INC. NC8134 NC8496; (828) 593-9649

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

MOVING SALE. FRI & SAT, March 21st & 22nd. 9am-2pm. Lawn Equipment, Tools, Power Washer, Chain Saw, Work bench, 65” Sony TV, framed Philbeck Print, Household & Home Decor, Misc. Good Stuff, Great Prices. 359 Magness Road, Shelby, NC 28150 CLEANED OUT ANOTHER HOUSE. YARD SALE: Fri., March 21st, 8:00am-1pm; Sat., March 22nd, 8am-1pm. 1st Large Sale of the Year. Household items, kids toys, electronics & other items. 825 Elmwood Drive, Shelby, NC 28152.

DON’T MISS THIS ONE! YARD SALE: Sat. March 22, 2025 at 1615 Wesson Rd., Shelby, NC. 8:00am - 1:00 pm. Featuring: Housewares, Some Pottery, Princess House Pieces, Kitchenware, China Cabinet, Holiday Items, Books, Pictures, and Much More!

HUGE YARD SALE SAT., March 22nd, 8am-noon: Cheap prices!! TOO much stuff to mention all!! Furniture, Household, Electronics, Decor, Misc: 736 Wilson Cornwell Rd., Shelby, NC 28150

NATURALLY UNIQUE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES presents an estate tag sale. 3/28, 2pm - 7pm; 3/29, 9am2pm; 3/30, 1pm - 4pm. Off beaten path, but worth the drive. 1227 Harris-Henrietta Road, Forest City, NC 28043

YARD SALES

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

HUGE ESTATE SALE. MARCH 21-22, 8AM-3PM. Furniture, table w/4 chairs, tools, bedroom set, leather couch & loveseat, glassware, housewares, wagon wheels, vintage tractor, Honda ATV, collectibles. 219 Farmer Johns Trail, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

FOR SALE

1 MAUSOLEUM AT ROSE HILL. Located in Fallston, NC. $4000. (704) 739-3770

HAND CRAFTED WOODEN ENTERTAINMENT CTR. Cash Only. Has bottom cabinet doors. Can send pictures, $100.00 or best offer! (704) 718-9122

ZERO TURN MOWER. Ferris

1S 700Z 61” deck, 26 HP Briggs Van Guard. $7000. 704-4820540

TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER

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

HARDWOOD FIREWOOD

Seasoned 90% Oak. $70-1/2 ton, $85 delivered, small bundle packs-$3 ea. 312 Helton Rd., Cherryville. (704) 435-3970

USED GENEREX HOME GENERATOR. $1500. (704) 4770516

ROSE HILL- 2 ADJOINING PLOTS. $1400.00– originally $1800 ($900 each). Section 4-Lot/Row 143-Graves 1&2. Certificate in hand ready to transfer. I decided to have my husband closer to me so I no longer need these. I can meet to show exactly where these are. (704) 860-4473

GUITAR & COINS FOR SALE. 80’S Model F-230 Fender Acoustic Guitar, Great shape-$500 and Complete Coin Collections. 704-4727116.

STORAGE BUILDINGS 8’X8’ up to 16’x40’. Built On Site IN ONE DAY! Financing OR Rent to Own Available. You Choose Your Colors and Placement of Your Doors & Windows. Delivery and Set Up is Included! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 211 S. Forest City, NC. (828) 2455895

HAY FOR SALE. $40. 4X5 rolls, minimum 10 rolls. Good-High Quality. Local, Kings Mountain. Call Kevin @ 980-295-8808

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788

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

STORAGE BUILDINGS (WOOD•STEEL•VINYL). New Buildings from Approx. $100 month *wac (Includes Delivery & Set Up on Concrete Blocks). J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

TWO CEMETERY SPACES at Cleveland Memorial Park. $1500, includes transfer fee. (704) 747-2856

FOR SALE

STEEL BUILDINGS, CARPORTS, GARAGES, WORKSHOPS. Car, Truck, Boat, Storage. Grading & Concrete “Turn Key Job”! Large On-site Displays. J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

METAL ROOFING. Carport Metal “One Piece OR The Whole Roof” We get deliveries twice a week! J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South , Forest City NC 28043. (828) 245-5895

TRAILERS, NEW, USED, REPO. In stock Dumps, Enclosed, Concession Trailers and Equipment. Inventory changes weekly! Call or Come By! Financing or Rent to Own Available. J Johnson Sales, 2690 Hwy. 221 S., Forest City, NC 28043 (828) 245-5895

J JOHNSON SALES. Steel Buildings, Carports, Garages. Large On-site Display. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895

DUMP TRAILERS & EQUIPMENT TRAILERS. Aluminum Trailers. “Large Selection!”. Financing and Rent to Own Available. No Credit Check! J Johnson Sales, 2690 Hwy. 221 S., Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

7 TON EQUIPMENT TRAILER “LOADED”. $0 DOWN ! Approx. $200 Month *wac ; 5 TON DUMP TRAILER “LOADED” $0 DOWN ! Approx. $240 Month *wac; 6’x10’ & 6’x12’ Utility Trailers $0 DOWN ! Approx. $90$100 Month *wac. J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895

MORGAN’S FIREWOOD. Seasoned oak and cherry wood. Cut, split and delivered. Cut 16 to 18 inches long. $85. 828395-0758.

BEEF FOR SALE. Grass fed, Grain finished. Spring Bundle: 2 Roast, 2 Beef stews, 2 Cube steak and 5 lbs.ground beef equals $100. Also sells whole, halves and quarters. 704-4722761.

CLASSIC/VINTAGE POWER

TOOLS: 2- table saws (1 Sears Craftsman), 2- band saws, scroll saw, heavy duty table joiner saw, 5HP tiller (needs repair) $400 for all. 828-657-5568 WHEELS. BLACKVISION NEXUS GLOSS, 16X8, FITS 2000 MITSUBISHI MONTERO SPORT AND GM / CHEVROLET. $400 SET OF 4. CHROME FUEL WHEELS, 18X9, FITS 2024 TOYOTA TACOMA AND GM / CHEVROLET, $900. CHROME FRONT SPOILER, 1999 / 2000 SILVERADO, $200. (704) 460-5965

PETS & LIVESTOCK

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

OLD VIDEO GAMES WANTED. BUYING OLD NINTENDO, SEGA, GAMEBOY GAMES AND SYSTEMS. CLEVELAND AND GASTON COUNTY, KINGS MOUNTAIN, SHELBY AND CHARLOTTE AREAS. (661) 312-6159

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

CASH FOR YOUR CAR.

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

FARM & GARDEN

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. 4x5 Round Bales in barn, $50 each. Fescue and Orchard grass. Outside cow hay $30 per bale. Rutherford County. 828-429-3100.

GARDEN TILLING SERVICES

AVAILABLE. Tractor with 6’ rototiller. No job too big or small ! (704) 692-4079

HAY FOR SALE. 1/2 Bales-$3, Square-$6, Round -$20 & $30. 919 Bethlehem Church Rd. Grover, NC; 704-418-1744. (704) 418-1744

ROUND BALE HAY. Net wrapped, fertilized and clean hay. 10 bale minimum. $35 per bale, large quantity discounts. (704) 300-9042

FARM TRAILER FOR SALE.

7.5 x 24 ft. Excellent for hay or other hauling use around the farm. If interested, call (704) 813-2289 rlputnam66@att.net

BOATS

BOAT FOR SALE. 2022

TRACKER ProTeam 175TF. 60HP Mercury motor, four stroke. Fully Equipped. Many extras. Garage kept. $18,200. 704-419-3882.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

PUPPIES FOR SALE. Anatolian Shepherd puppies. Have had shots and wormed. $125. Call 704-473-2897 or 704-4724246.

10’X10’X6’ DOG KENNELS. Dog Houses and Dog Buildings. Delivery & Set Up Available. J Johnson Sales in Forest City. (828) 245-5895

TOY POODLE PUPPIES. 1st shot and wormed. $500 cash. 704-466-5883.

F1B CKC MINI GOLDENDOODLES. 3 Females, 11wks, Gastonia. Shots, wormed, utd. $500 each. 980-363-9703.

UKC ENGLISH RED TICK

COON HOUND PUP. Male, 8 months old. $300. 704-4183555

GOLDENDOODLES. Goldendoodle Puppies. DOB 1/21/25, M/F, black/tan, 910375-0815, gretalovereese@ hotmail.com (910) 375-0815

135 GALLON FISH TANK. Comes with African Cichlids

$400. 2 Large Bird Cages 5’x3’, $75 each. (704) 481-1874

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPY. 7 weeks, rare old time large bone beauty. Seeing is believing. Delivery may be possible. 828-675-4968, 828-208-9088.

MORKIE & SHORKIE PUPPIES. Vet checked, free pet health policy, reduced. TEXT Please 980-422-6901 (980) 422-6901 thinking12341234@ yahoo.com

TOY & MINI AUSSIES. Male & female. Assorted colors. Taking reservations. Parents on premises. 828-289-6756.

CARS & TRUCKS

CARS & TRUCKS

2013 NISSAN SENTRA 156k, auto. Runs and looks great. Very clean. Salvage title. Needs some minor repairs. $3,200 OBO. Call or text: 980-291-2948

2005 FORD F150. 4X4, 170,000 miles. Red. $7000. Also 1985 Corvette, white, 143,000 miles. $4500. (704) 300-9223

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 $23,500 OBO. Call (704) 300-1818

2004 HONDA CIVIC. Runs great, $2,000. 704-692-1648.

2016 FORD FUSION 114,000 miles. Aluminum wheels, sunroof, Eco Boost, $5,500. 828287-3820.

CAMPERS

2021 GRAND DESIGN TRANSCEND XPLORER. 231 RK, 29 feet long, elecric slideout/ awning, excellent condition, queen bed, 2 TVs, Thomas Payne recliner sofa, kitchen table converts to bed. $21,500. 828-447-7331

2021 CHEROKEE LIMITED. Just in time for camping season! The camper is in good condition. It is 34 FT. Lots of extra camping equipment goes with it. Leveling Blocks (4) Sets, 28 Gal. Waste Water Holding Tank w/Hoses, 30 FT Heated Water Hose, Water Pressure Control, Curt Weight Distribution Hitch w/Friction Sway Control, Truck Hitch, Tires filled w/Nitrogen w/Tire Sensors, (4) Tire Covers, Extra 30 AMP Cord (25FT), Camper Surge Protector. **Camper Cleaner & Top Coat. Everything that you would need to start camping! Call, text or email for additional information or to schedule an onsite visit. $18000. (828) 489-4203 johnmason186@gmail.com

2012 COACHMAN CLIPPER POPUP CAMPER. In good condition sleeps six. $5500. Call for details (980) 263-4148 pspangler5798@gmail.com

VACATIONS

BEACH HOUSE AT OCEAN LAKES. Sleeps 6. Weeks available. Call 704-472-6611

REAL ESTATE CLEVELAND COUNTY

UNDER CONTRACT! For Sale By Owner! 1690 Montevista Drive, Shelby, NC. 3 Bedrooms, 1Bath. Large Corner Lot. Wired Shop Building. Completely Renovated. New HVAC, New Plumbing, New Windows & Doors. Updated Electrical & Septic. Appliances Included. $249,900. Call 704-482-0441 or 704-692-8190 Shelby, NC 28150

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

HOME FOR SALE IN RUTHERFORDTON MOVE IN READY! NEW LIST PRICE $219,000!!! 2400 ROCK ROAD, RUTHERFORDTON, NC, 2014 MANUFACTURED DOUBLEWIDE, 1,576 SQUARE FEET, 1.3 ACRES, 3 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHS, PRIVATE WELL AND SEPTIC, NEW LUXURY VINYL PLANK THROUGHOUT, NEW HVAC, NEW INTERIOR PAINT THROUGHOUT, NEW EXTERIOR DOORS, NEW CUSTOM KITCHEN AND BATHROOM CABINETS AND SINKS, NEW QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, NEW KITCHEN AND BATHROOM FAUCETS, NEW LIGHT FIXTURES, NEW DISHWASHER AND MICROWAVE, PROFESSIONAL DUCT CLEANING, 2 LARGE OUTBUILDINGS, OWNERS ARE REAL ESTATE AGENTS. (828) 755-4586 CANDICEREDWARDS@GMAIL.COM

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

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

1624-4 SOUTH POST ROAD

Shelby, NC. Camper. Rent

$975, Deposit $975. Includes power and water. App. Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

1624-4 SOUTH POST ROAD, Shelby, NC. Camper. Rent

$975, Deposit $975. Includes power and water. App. Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

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

LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 4827723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@ RPMMANAGED.COM

LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 2 and 3 bedroom Townhomes. Rent is based on income (and even some expenses are deducted). Call or visit today! 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC or call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 487-1114

CAMPER LOT AVAILABLE FOR RENT. 1624-18 S Post Rd., Shelby, NC. Lot rent $500 includes up to $125 in utilities & $375 deposit. App fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

8,500 SQ/FT OF COMMERICAL/INDUSTRIAL SPACE for lease. 1143 Airport Rd, Shelby. Offices, Breakroom, Handicap Bathrooms, heated shop area (7,500 sq/ft). Multi-level landing docks.3 phase power. Fenced lot. Also has 6,00 sq/ ft warehouse. $8,500/mth. Call Tommy Baxter 704-692-1605.

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299

135-12 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. New Single Wide. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom. Rent $1375, Deposit $1375, No Pets. App. Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

1623-2 E. MARION ST, SHELBY. Apartment. 3 bedroom. 2 bathroom. Rent $1575, Deposit $1575. App Fee. $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

1008 E. MARION ST, SHELBY. HOUSE. 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bathroom. Rent $1795, Deposit $1795. App Fee, $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

680 NC HWY 226 #70. Casar, NC. Cabin for rent. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1275, Deposit $1275. app Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180 .

1003-B MARK DRIVE, SHELBY, NC. Apartment, top floor, 2 bathroom, 2 bedroom. Rent $1075, Deposit $1075, App Fee $25 per adult. 704-2144180.

CAMPER LOT AVAILABLE FOR RENT. 1624-18 S Post Rd., Shelby, NC. Lot rent $500 includes up to $125 in utilities & $375 deposit. App fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180

RUTHERFORD COUNTY THREE BEDROOM, JUST REMODELED. Quiet, wooded park. 50 or older only. First, last & security. Landlord on site. Nationwide background check. No pets. 828-429-9276.

movable Pipe Rack. Flat Bed. 146,000 miles, PW, PDL, 5 Speed Manual. $12,000 OBO. Call (704) 300-1818

MOBILE HOMES

2003 DYNA FOR SALE. 2BR, 1BA, special order, 14x56 with 8x12 factory add on. New floors in kitchen, living room, bathroom, hall. $20,000 negotiable. Must be moved. 828-702-2333.

POP LOCK DROP

Prevent your children, friends and relatives from misusing your medicine by securing medicine in places they cannot access, and disposing of medicines you no longer need or use.

Make sure you close medicine until you hear the childproof “pop!”

Secure medicine in a lock box. Pick up a free lockbox at the Cleveland County Health Department Front Desk. We are open Monday - Friday 8am-5pm at 200 South Post Road, Shelby.

There are many medicine drop box locations throughout Cleveland County where you can dispose of your unused or expired medicine . To find one near you, visit bit.ly/ccmeddrop.