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96-year old Bill Spangler has passed his sports excellence genes on down the line
By Alan Hodge
Throughout history some families have been able to pass down particular talents to succeeding generations. Examples of this phenomenon are the Bach and Strauss clans in classical music and the Earnhardt and Petty folks in motorsports. Add to that list 96-year-old Bill Spangler of Shelby and his natural talent in sports that he has passed down to his great grandchildren Ella Jane and Grant Osada like an Olympic torchbearer handing off the flaming torch.
First a bit about Bill. Spangler grew up in a time when Cleveland County was an agricultural powerhouse and simple pleasures were the norm.
“I was born on September 9, 1928, and raised on a farm on Kings Rd. in Shelby,” he said. “We raised cotton and corn. I plowed the fields with an old mule. I didn’t wear shoes and some days my feet hurt so bad from the rocks that I had to soak them in a bucket of kerosene. We would take the corn to the mill in Belwood where it would be made into cornmeal for cornbread.”
School for Spangler started at the elementary on Marion St. He went to junior high then high school at Township #3 School in Earl.
His working life began at the Auto In garage near the Banker’s House on N. Lafayette St. He also toiled at Hudson Hosiery and Celanese (retired in 1987) and even ran a concrete contracting company until 2005.
Bill and his wife Janie Sue were married for 70 years. She passed away on August 11, 2020.
“We met in a cotton patch,” Spangler says. “She was sixteen years old. We had some good years together.”
They had four kids- Mark and his wife Sandy live in Ohio, Barbara (Charlie deceased) lives in Shelby, Susan and WeeDee live in Waco, Tommy passed away in 2014.
It was during his teen school years that Spangler came to love athletics.
Hurdles and pole vaulting were his track and field specialties,
“I practiced pole vaulting with a big bamboo cane from the river,” he said. “We landed on the hard ground. We made our hurdles in shop class out of wood.”
Basketball was another Spangler
specialty favorite. He was a valuable member of the Hudson Hosiery basketball team and was the high scorer in many games. Spangler shared an interesting basketball story from #3 School where the gym was an uninsulated tin building.
“It had a pot-bellied stove for
heat, but it was still mighty cold,” he said. “One game I recall was the time we traveled to Valdese and played against a team from the NC School for the Deaf,” he said. “They talked to each other on the court with sign language.”
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Bill and his wife Janie Sue in their youth. The photo shows her at age 16 and he’s 21.
Bill Spangler, 96, was a sports standout in his younger days. He’s seen with his greatgranddaughter Ella Jane Osada who is also a stellar track and field athlete in her own right.
Bill is seen (rear row left) with his Hudson Hosiery basketball teammates, ‘circa 1960’.
Ella Jane in the starting block for the 400-meter dash Championship in Eugene, OR, at the 2024 Nike Outdoor Nationals.
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Baseball was also one of Spangler’s talents. He pitched and played first base and still has the vintage glove he wore as a player.
“That glove caught many a ball,” he said.
Sports equipment was hard to come by in the Depression days.
“We would go to the golf course and get golf balls,” he said. “We made our baseballs by wrapping the golf balls with string and tape. They were really hard. We played on diamonds we made on the farm fields.”
Spangler’s sports genes lay dormant for a generation or two but burst forth again in his great grandchildren Ella Jane and Grant Osada both of whom share a love of athletics with an even deeper love of “Pa”. Spangler also has eight grandchildren and six other great grandchildren. They each have talents, and he loves them all, but Ella Jane and Grant are the two that inherited his love and execution of sports.
Ella Jane graduated from a high school in Asheville earlier this year and is now enrolled at UNC-Wilmington where she’s on the track team. Grant is a ninth-grader at an Asheville school and on the baseball team.
Ella Jane made headlines as an All-American Athlete in the 400m for three years in high school. She has won a multitude of awards, including meet MVP, and has set many records for her high school in the 100m, 200m, and 400m outdoor sprint events. Her sports accolades are voluminous with just a few being- hold on to your hatNCSAA Girls’ High School Track and Field Awards2020-21
Southeast Super Regional: Ella Jane Osada (Freshman - 200m, 400m)
NCSAA Girls’ High School Track and Field Awards 2021-22
All American: Ella Jane Osada – (Sophomore800m)
Southeast Super Regional: Ella Jane Osada (Sophomore - 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m)
NCSAA Girls’ High School Track and Field
Awards 2022-23
All American: Ella Jane Osada – (Junior – 400m)
Southeast Super Regional: Ella Jane Osada (Junior - 100m, 200m, 400m)
NCSAA Girls’ High School Track and Field Awards 2023-24
All American: Ella Jane Osada - (Senior – 400m)
Southeast Super Regional: Ella Jane Osada (Senior - 100m, 200m, 400m)
• Blue Ridge Classic MVP Award/ Female Athlete of the meet
• Excellence Awards all four years of high school
• 2022,2024 Citizen Times All WNC Track and Field Team
• NCSAA Southeast Super Regional Team
• Finalist for the Northwestern Mutual/ Carole Martin Division II Female Athlete Olympic Sport Award
• 8 State Championships in events 400, 4x200, 4x400
• 10+ Conference Championship Medals in events 100,200,400,4x200,4x400
• Best Moment Award
• Iron Lion Award
• Nike Outdoor Nationals 2024, 100,400,4x200,4x400
• School Records in the 100,200,400,4x200,4x400
Ella Jane has this to say about Bill and their sports legacy.
“My great-grandfather, Pa Spangler, has been an incredible source of inspiration throughout my life,” she said. “His stories, especially those from his childhood, have always fascinated me, particularly when he reminisces about his athletic experiences. Pa often shares captivating
tales about his youth, where sports were at the center of his world. He would laugh as he described games and funny things his friends would do. Pa’s stories are about the friendships formed, the lessons learned, and the joy that came from playing for the love of the game. He frequently throws in a joke or two. Listening to him talk about his athletic-filled childhood baseball or basketball has taught me about commitment as well as teamwork. But more than that, it made me realize how essential it is to find joy in whatever you choose to do. Pa’s stories continue to inspire me, not just because of his athletic achievements, but because of how he remembers these moments with the people who he was surrounded by.”
Grant inherited Bill’s baseball skills.
He is in the ninth grade and has been playing baseball since he was four-yearsold. He has participated in at least three championship team wins and awarded dozens of game balls, as a short stop, pitcher, and outfielder, while his specialty is stolen bases. His speed and agility earned him a spot to play high school JV even while an eighth grader. “Pa” encourages him to stay fast and sharp by continuing to add to his skill sets, including different types of pitching throws that Pa used when he was in at No 3 School, like knuckle balls and fast balls.
“He taught me how to throw a knuckleball,” says Grant.
Spangler encourages Ella Jane and Grant at every opportunity and is continually asking to see the latest pictures and stats and schedules. The conversations typically start the memories flowing of games he played remembering names, places, and particular plays as he smiles and recounts the events and victories.
Spangler looked back at his sports days and ahead to Ella Jane and Grant’s expertise with satisfaction and a sense of pride in the family talents.
“They are both very good and I enjoy watching them,” he said. “It’s all about their attitudes and love of the games.”
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Attorney A. Susan Biggers, the Court Appointed Trustee for the Law Practice of Brenda S. McLain, hereby notifies the public and members of the Cleveland County Bar and surrounding county bars that Brenda S. McLain’s client files are being held at 310-3 East Graham Street, Shelby, NC 28150.
Clients of Brenda S. McLain and Attorneys who represent former clients of Brenda S. McLain may arrange to obtain client files by contacting Attorney A. Susan Biggers at the below phone number, email address, fax number, or mailing address.
Brenda S. McLain’s client files will be disposed of as allowed by North Carolina Law and Court Order if not picked up by February 25, 2025.
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Bill with the glove he used on the high school baseball diamond.
Internship opportunity for Raleigh area college students
The General Assembly’s Legislative Internship, Summer Clerk and Externship programs provide students with professional work experience and a unique opportunity to interact with elected officials and learn more about the legislative process. The programs provide valuable work experience for undergraduate and graduate students, particularly those with an interest in political science, public administration, law, and a career in public service.
Students are eligible to work a Spring, Summer, or Fall term. The Spring term begins on January 1st and ends on April 30th. The Summer term begins on
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• Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Interns may work a maximum of 24 hours per week. Summer Clerks may work up to 40 hours per week. Interns are responsible for their own housing during the internship period.
According to Senator Ted Alexander’s press
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Inspiring ideas for last-minute holiday shoppers
It’s unlikely that anyone aspires to be a last-minute holiday shopper. Putting off holiday shopping until the last minute can make for a stressful home stretch to the season, and there’s no guarantee store shelves won’t already be picked clean or that gifts purchased online will arrive on time.
Despite how unappealing last-minute shopping can be, it’s still a fact of life for millions of holiday shoppers. As the clock winds down this holiday season, shoppers can look to these ideas for inspiration.
• Gift cards: Gift cards may never earn a distinction as the most sentimental item to give a loved one during the holiday season, but they are surprisingly sought-after. In fact, a survey from the National Retail Federation found that 54 percent of participants identified gift cards as the most-wanted gift of the 2022 holiday season. Chain retailers, small businesses and restaurants are among the many establishments that sell gift cards, so shoppers are bound to find a card to please anyone on their shopping list.
• Food/beverage: The holiday season is a popular time to indulge in some
great food and wash it down with a favorite wine or another adult beverage. That makes food and beverages a great holiday gift. Shoppers can take a loved one out to a favorite restaurant, prepare a homemade treat or purchase a favorite dish from a local specialty grocery store or eatery. Pair the food with an appropriate beverage and this accessible last-minute gift idea is sure to be a hit.
• Tickets: Tickets to a movie, sporting event, live theater performance, or concert are another gift idea that likely won’t be gobbled up by early bird shoppers. People of all ages enjoy experiences, and a 2022 survey from the travel booking platform GetYourGuide found that 50 percent of survey respondents indicated they would enjoy tickets
to a concert or show.
• Books: Books make an ideal holiday gift for everyone from young kids to grandparents. Traditional print books are small enough that they can likely arrive on time even if they’re purchased just a few days before Christmas. E-book sellers enable gift givers to pick the perfect time to notify loved ones they have received an electronic book. Audiobooks, which can be downloaded to a smartphone or given as a CD, make an ideal gift for loved ones who spend a lot of time behind the wheel.
Last-minute holiday shopping can be stressful. However, various sought-after items can be secured at the last minute, ensuring gift givers’ loved ones have a happy holiday season.
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Chuck and Laura Lampley get ready to take thier turn on one of the popular carriage rides around the court square. The rides are presented by the Uptown Shelby Association.
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Pinnacle Classical Academy Homecoming King, Queen, Court
Pinnacle Classical Academy's homecoming king and queen, Tyler Johnson and T'Niya White, were crowned before the school's homecoming basketball games on December 13.
Cody Humphries, Brooke Brown, Evan Bridges, and Mariam Ali were the other senior class representatives on the homecoming court.
Junior class representatives on the homecoming court were Keegan McIntyre, Lily Wellmon, Ethan Bowen, Lily Brown, Braylon Gentry, and Kyla Ray; sophomore class
representatives were Aislyn Armstrong, Holden Austin, Caroline DeArment, August Terry, and Anzlee Kilby; and freshman class representatives were Sage Ross, Destinee Blue, Jeremiah Black, Makenzie Gantt, Jake McNeilly, and Evie Harmon.
Located in Shelby, Pinnacle Classical Academy is a tuition-free K-12 public charter school. U.S. News & World Report ranks Pinnacle Classical Academy among the top elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools in the nation.
King and Queen: Tyler Johnson and T'Niya White.
Junior class representatives (L-R): Keegan McIntyre, Lily Wellmon, Ethan Bowen, Lily Brown, Braylon Gentry and Kyla Ray.
Sophomore class representatives (L-R): Aislyn Armstrong, Holden Austin, Caroline DeArment, August Terry and Anzlee Kilby.
Freshman
class representatives (L-R): Sage Ross, Destinee Blue, Jeremiah Black, Makenzie Gantt, Jake McNeilly and Evie Harmon.
Senior class representatives (L-R): Cody Humphries, Brooke Brown, Evan Bridges, Mariam Ali, Tyler Johnson and T’Niya White.
Lyndsay and Elsie Lovelace pet one of the carriage ride horses while visiting this year's uptown Christmas festivites. Jeff Melton photo
THE SAVIOUR IS BORN
We Celebrate Christmas We Celebrate Christmas
Luke 1
The Birth of Jesus Foretold
26 In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27 to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28 The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.”
29 Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. 30 But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God. 31 You will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus. 32 He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, 33 and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever; his kingdom will never end.”
34”How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?”
35 The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called[c] the Son of God. 36 Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have a child in her old age, and she who was said to be barren is in her sixth month. 37 For nothing is impossible with God.”
38”I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May it be to me as you have said.” Then the angel left her.
Mary Visits Elizabeth
39 At that time Mary got ready and hurried to a town in the hill country of Judea, 40where she entered Zechariah’s home and greeted Elizabeth. 41When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. 42In a loud voice she exclaimed: “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the child you will bear! 43But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? 44As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. 45Blessed is she who has believed that what the Lord has said to her will be accomplished!”
Mary’s Song
46 And Mary said:
“My soul glorifies the Lord
47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, 48 for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed,
49 for the Mighty One has done great things for me— holy is his name.
50 His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation.
51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts.
52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble.
53 He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty.
54 He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful
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55 to Abraham and his descendants forever, even as he said to our fathers.”
Luke 2
The Birth of Jesus
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1 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2(This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to his own town to register.
The Shepherds and the Angels
4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, 7 and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ[a] the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”
13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14”Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.”
15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.”
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16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, 18 and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. 19 But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. 20 The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told.
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Mighty God
(Final & 4th Part of “CELEBRATING HIS NAME” Series)
In a world filled with challenges, it is comforting to turn our attention to the Mighty God, Jesus Christ. The name of Jesus is not only beautiful; it embodies strength, love, and the divine power that creates hope and healing in our lives. When we celebrate the name of Jesus as Mighty God, we acknowledge His sovereignty and His ability to work wonders in our everyday experiences.
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just six days, He spoke the universe into existence—a cosmos bursting with life and beauty! Each star, each mountain, and each drop of rain tells the story of His creative power. When we look at the natural world, we can’t help but marvel at His handiwork, reminding us that if He can create the universe, He can certainly handle the trials we face today.
Mighty in Salvation
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” This promise emphasizes that we are not alone; the Mighty God is our helper and source of strength.
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Understanding Mighty God
When we refer to God as “Mighty,” we are not merely calling Him powerful—though He is certainly that! The term encompasses His ability to do the extraordinary, to intervene in our lives, and to lead us through our toughest moments. In the book of Isaiah, Jesus is prophesied to be “Mighty God” (Isaiah 9:6), which signifies His divine authority and strength. This portrayal reassures us that we can rely on Him, no matter what challenges we encounter.
Mighty in Creation
From the very beginning, God demonstrated His might through the act of creation. In
However, Jesus’s might is most profoundly revealed in His saving grace. Through His life, death, and resurrection, He conquered sin and death, offering us eternal life and redemption. This act of love showcases the greatest strength of all—not just brute force, but the ability to forgive, heal, and restore. When we accept Jesus as our Savior, we experience this mighty power firsthand. It transforms us, lifts us from despair, and opens the door to a restored relationship with God.
Mighty in Our Lives
In our daily lives, we often find ourselves battling various giants—be it sickness, anxiety, relationship struggles, or financial worries. But here’s the good news: we can call upon the Mighty God! When we bring our concerns to Jesus, we invite His strength into our circumstances. Paul writes in Philippians 4:13 (NKJV) says,
“Dear Lord, you are my refuge and help. You are mighty to save, heal, and deliver. I am in awe of your power and love. You are El ShaddaiGod Almighty. Forgive me for being distressed by problems that come my way. Nothing is impossible for you. You are a God who hears and answers prayers. May my heart always trust in you. 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.
"Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel."
–Isaiah 7:14
“But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior.” – Titus 3:4-6:
Ava Azzoli poses with Santa for this great photo in Uptown Shelby on the court square while visiting the Christmas festivites last weekend.
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Notable events that occurred on December 25 Carolina
December 25 is Christmas Day, when billions of Christians across the globe celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Though Christmas is likely the first thing people think of when December 25 comes around, over the years many additional memorable and even infamous events unrelated to the holiday have taken place on this unique day on the calendar.
• 333: The Roman Emperor Constantine elevates his youngest son, Constans, to the rank of Caesar. This designation establishes Constans as Constantine’s heir apparent.
• 1000: Hungary is established as a Christian kingdom by Stephen I of Hungary.
• 1046: Pope Clement crowns Henry III of Germany as Holy Roman Emperor. This decision on the part of Pope Clement frees the Vatican from dependence on the Roman nobility and lays the foundation for its authority across the empire.
• 1261: Eleven-year-old John IV Doukas Laskaris, who would be the last emperor from the prominent
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Laskarid dynasty that ruled the Empire of Nicaea, is intentionally blinded on the orders of Michael VIII, making John IV ineligible for the throne.
• 1492: The merchant ship Santa Maria, commanded by Christopher Columbus, runs onto a reef off the coast of Haiti.
• 1758: German astronomer Johann Georg Palitzsch sights Halley’s Comet, which confirms Edmund Halley’s prediction of the comet’s passage. The sighting marks the first passage of a comet that was predicted ahead of time.
• 1776: George Washington and the Continental Army cross the Delaware River at night. The crossing enables the army’s attack on Hessian forces serving Great Britain in Trenton, New Jersey, the following day.
• 1809: American physician and pioneering sur-
geon Ephraim McDowell performs the first surgical removal of an ovary or ovaries. McDowell performed the surgery at his home in Danville, Kentucky, removing a 22.5-pound tumor without the use of anesthesia. McDowell’s patient, Jane Todd Crawford, made an uncomplicated recovery and lived another 32 years.
• 1826: A drunken riot at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York, concludes a day after it began. Known as the “eggnog riot,” the conflict began a day earlier and 70 cadets were implicated, with 20 of them being court-martialed. Jefferson Davis, future Confederate States President, was among the implicated cadets.
• 1831: One-fifth of Jamaica’s slaves mobilize in an ultimately unsuccessful fight for freedom. The Great Jamaican Slave Revolt lasts for 11 days and involves up to 60,000 enslaved individuals.
• 1868: United States President Andrew Johnson grants unconditional pardons to all Confederate veterans in the aftermath of the American Civil War.
• 1932: Nearly 300 people are killed when a magnitude 7.6 earthquake
strikes Gansu, China.
• 1950: Scottish nationalist students take the Stone of Scone from Westminster Abbey. The coronation stone of British monarchs is eventually found in Scotland in April 1951.
• 1951: Harry T. Moore is killed instantly and his wife, Harriette, is fatally wounded when a bomb explodes at the home of the Civil Rights Movement leaders in Mims, Florida. No one was ever prosecuted for the bombing and murders.
• 1986: Sixty-three people are killed when the hijacked Iraqi Airways Flight 163 crashes in Arar, Saudi Arabia. Forty passengers aboard the plane survive the ordeal, and pro-Iranian group Islamic Jihad Organization claims responsibility for the hijacking.
• 1991: Mikhail Gorbachev resigns as President of the Soviet Union. The union itself is dissolved the following day.
• 1996: The body of sixyear-old American child beauty queen JonBenét Ramsey is found in her family home in Boulder, Colorado. Her death is ruled a homicide and the case remains unsolved.
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Aiming Outdoorsmen Toward Christ
Enjoy your wonderful Christmas present
By Gary Miller
The cameras don’t lie. Their all-seeing eye is there when I can’t be. I know every varmint that comes across my field. There were raccoons, bobcats, turkeys, skunks, coyotes, and even a bear. What’s been absent are the deer. I mean, there have been a couple of spikes and a couple of doe, but nothing like every other year. In fact, I can’t remember another time like this in the twenty years I’ve been hunting this property. I know disease comes and goes among every herd. And I’ve been listening to other hunters who are complaining about the same thing in other states. I’m just not sure. But the only explanation I can come up with is that disease has hit my deer. Most likely EHD, or its close cousin, Blue Tongue. Both are caused by midges that attach to deer and are carrying the disease. I’m not an expert on the exacts but I’ve been around long enough to see this in different areas. Again, I have no other explanation. What’s the answer? For the deer, they will survive and grow. For me, I will too. I will just have to move and find a place where the deer have not been affected. I am forced to do that.
What is the best Christmas you remember? Was it when you were a child? Was it when you received the gift you wanted? Was it when you received a lot of gifts?
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Maybe it was when you had a special meal? Maybe it was when family members gathered who are no longer alive? Was it when you were younger? Or, was it after you became older? Was it back in the day when you were poor? Was it after you weren’t so poor? Was it when your health was better? Or, did it have something to do with the weather? For example, when you were snowed in with nothing but a warm fire and Christmas music playing on the radio.
cial Christmas days for various reasons. It may have been when you were alone in a foreign country. Perhaps you were serving our country in the military and you were on a battlefield someplace fighting for our country. We will all spend Christmas in a strange place at one time or another in life if we live long enough.
Today you may spend Christmas in the nursing home as a resident or visiting a loved one. Nursing homes become very quiet lonely places on Christmas and Christmas Eve. Perhaps you have a family member in prison or maybe you have spent Christmas incarcerated. Possibly you have spent Christmas in the hospital or caring for someone in the hospital.
We all remember spe-
Gary Miller
As I have thought about this during the last few weeks, my mind has gone to moving and changing. Most of the time these are not popular with us. Sometimes it seems that just as we get settled, and just as we sink into some sort of normalcy, something happens that causes us to become unsettled and looking for a new place. We are forced out of our comfort zone and into our next community. I’m also reminded that sometimes God is the instigator of these changes. He does it by making our surroundings so uncomfortable and so unproductive that we have no choice but to move. The good news is the place He is moving us to is always a better place. It will always be a place with peace and provision. So, if your present place is not producing, maybe it’s God just getting you prepared for a better harvest.
Gary Miller has written Outdoor Truths articles for 21 years. He also speaks at wild-game dinners and men’s events for churches and associations. gary@outdoortruths.org
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in faith so that you overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” – Romans 15:13
...“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12
Of course, the list of possibilities is endless when it comes to Christmas day.
Hopefully you have many good memories and hopefully you have come to a point in your life where you are able to understand those memories that aren’t so great. The best Christmas you’ve ever had could be this Christmas because this is all we have – today. We don’t have yesterday. We don’t have tomorrow. We have today. We are fortunate to have today because we know so many who did not make it until today. They’ve gone on. We miss them. There is an empty place at the table. This usually makes us sad because we remember their presence and the joy they brought to us.
This Christmas take stock of what you have and who you are and where you are in life. It may not be exactly as you planned but it’s where you are and it’s what you have. So often we mess
up our current lives looking back or trying to look forward hoping for something better and we don’t savor the moment.
Give thanks to God for your family and friends. Thank him for the gift of Jesus, the baby whose birth we celebrate.
Take time to embrace your present. The greatest gift we will have on Christmas will be the “present” moment to enjoy Christmas. Unwrap it slowly and enjoy every second. Breathe it in and look around you because you will never have this Christmas again. Next year will be different in some way. You may certainly hope so, but maybe not. We never know what life is going to bring. So, enjoy your “present” this Christmas. On Christmas day it will be your very best gift.
THE EVERLASTING FATHER, The Prince of Peace
GARY MILLER
OBITUARIES I N R EMEM
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Jonathon Lee Spiering, 63, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
He was the son of the late Donald Spiering and Betty Richardson.
He is survived by his three children, Dana Spiering, Jessica Conley, & Jonathon Spiering; son-in-law Christian Conley; and eight grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Bonnie Clough.
Arrangements are pending at this time and will be announced when finalized. Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com
Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.
SAMUEL EARL THOMPSON
Samuel Earl Thompson, 70, of Gaffney, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
Born in Gaffney, he was the husband of Debra McAbee Thompson, and son of the late Richard Broadus Thompson and Altie Mullinax Thompson.
In addition to his wife, surviving Sam are two sons, Richie Thompson (Beth), and Robby Thompson (Wendy); three daughters, Samantha Thompson, Kelly Wyatt (Mark), and Stacey Littlejohn; one brother, Robert "Bob" Thompson; two sisters, Nancy Estes (Billy), and Sue Ramsey; three brothers-in-law, Roger McAbee (Debbie), Dennis McAbee, and Scott McAbee (April); two sisters-in-law, Donna Mullinax, and Hilda Coyle (Terry); fourteen grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren and a fifth one expected in 2025.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Charlie Thompson and Grady Thompson; four sisters; Mary Ann Thompson, Janice Hughey, Sarah Emma
THOMAS SPURLING
Thomas Warren Spurling passed away on December 14, 2024, in Belwood, NC.
Tom was born on August 12, 1949, in Toluca, NC, to Marjorie Jane Mitchem Spurling and the late Warren Franklin Spurling.
CHAMBERS
Mrs. Virginia Cline Chambers, 82, formally of Shelby, NC, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024.
Joey Whiteside; daughter, Yolanda Whiteside Borders (Chesley); five grandchildren; and brothers, Charles Logan and Keith Logan (Sherry).
A memorial service was held December 15, 2024, at Mount Calvary Baptist Church.
Thompson, and Althea Thompson; one sister-in-law, Mattie Jackson Thompson; one brother-in-law, Kenneth Wayne "HiYi" Mullinax; three sons-in-law, Chris Simmons, Wayne Roark, and Randall Littlejohn; one grandson and four great-grand angels, never held this side of heaven.
Memorials may be made to DMW VFD, True Gospel, or Compassus Hospice.
Funeral service was held December 15, 2024, at True Gospel Independent Baptist Church in Gaffney, SC. A burial was in the McKown's Mountain Baptist Church Cemetery.
He is survived by his wife, Marsha Gutyar Spurling; son, Scott Spurling and his wife Dawn, Leslie Webb and her husband Derek, and Myra Spurling Juban and her husband Matt; thirteen grandchildren; and six greatgrandchildren.
Tom was preceded in death by his son, Gregory Thomas Spurling.
A funeral service was held December 18, 2024, at St. Peters Methodist Church with the Dr. David Sain and Rev. Brian Elwell officiating. Burial was held in the church cemetery.
Virginia was born on November 24, 1942 in Cleveland County, NC to the late Gus Cline and Bessie Cunningham Cline.
In addition to her parents, Virginia is preceded in death by her husband, William Julius Chambers; her sisters, Levada Cline, Irma Cline Coleman, and Ann Cline Brooks; and a brother Lee Cline.
She is survived by her daughters, Nina Cline Ziolkowski (Ted) of Kernersville, NC and Paula Cline of Shelby, NC; sisters: Mae Cline Simmons of Shelby, NC and Gussie Cline Watkins of Ft. Washington, Maryland; one grandchild; and one great-granddaughter.
Memorials may be made to St. Peters Methodist Church, c/o Gary Tillman, 6443 Fallston Rd., Lawndale, NC 28090 or to Carolina Caring, 3975 Robinson Rd, Newton, NC 28658.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Fallston is serving the family.
Funeral services were held December 14, 2024, at S.T. Enloe Memorial Chapel, Shelby, NC.
MARY YOUNG VanDYKE
Mary “Cissy” Young VanDyke, 77, of Lawndale, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024.
Born August 10, 1947 in Catawba County, she was the daughter of the late Gomer Richard Young and Mary Moose Young.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Danny Young and David Young and a sister, Barbara Holland.
Survivors include her husband, Gordon Lee VanDyke; stepson, Lee VanDyke and wife, Malynda of Claremont; two step daughters, Diana Caldwell and husband Ron and Angela VanDyke all of Newton; brother, Steve Young of Statesville; sister, Doris Cockrell of Mooresville; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A funeral service was held December 18, 2024, at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church with Rev. Jeremy Mahaffey officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 1156 Northbrook III School Rd, Vale, NC 28168.
A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Fallston is serving the family.
Lola Hill, 89, of Mooresboro, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024.
Lola was born Thursday, May 2, 1935 in Spartanburg County to the late Reverend Earl Cantrell and Mittie Huskey Cantrell.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Harrill Hill; two brothers, Wade and Edward Cantrell. She is survived by her daughter, Sherry Hill (Scott Boone) of Rutherfordton; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. In honor of Lola’s wishes there will be a private family celebration of her life. 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
Mrs. Catherine Denise Logan Whiteside, 67, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
Denise was born on January 12, 1957 in Shelby, NC to the late Claude Logan and Kathleen Sims Logan Hosch.
In addition to her parents, Denise was preceded in death by her grandparents; and a brother, John Robert Hosch Jr (Robbie).
She is survived by her husband, Joe Whiteside; sons: Ilunza Whiteside and
EVELYN GLENN HAYNES
Evelyn Glenn Haynes (Bubbles), 77, passed away on December 2, 2024.
Evelyn was born on January 30, 1947 to the late Woods Glenn and Sarah Smith Glenn in Concord, NC.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Mae Sue Boyd, Helen Boatwright, Georgia Ann Christian, and Elaine Roddy; her daughter, Jaymie Glenn Thompson; and her son, Bryan McCain.
She is survived by her children: Teleaferra Glenn, Delydia Meadows (Everett), and Maurice Abernathy; former husband, Joe L. Haynes; four granddaughters; and seven great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held December 13, 2024, at New Ellis Chapel Baptist Church, Shelby, NC.
ERNEST DWAIN KENNEY
Ernest Dwain Kenney, passed away on December 15, 2024.
He was born on May 27, 1934, in Kankakee, Illinois.
He is survived by his three sons, Steven and his wife Tamela, Stanley and his wife Laura, and Jeffery; his sister, Sandra Jackson; his seven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
Mr. Kenney served our country in the U.S. Air Force.
A celebration of Life was held December 19, 2024, at the Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home in Fallston, NC. Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation CenterFallston is serving the family. 14, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Doris Louisa Toney Cash of the home; his children, Terry Cash and wife Cathy, Chris Cash and wife Libby, and Nathan Cash; nine grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; and a brother, David Cash and wife Jean.
Born December 6, 1944, in Rutherford County, NC, Chester was the son of the late Sherman Cash Sr. and Ollie Mae Moore Cash and was preceded in death by a son, Mark C. Cash, siblings, Olema Henson, Mary Lou Ledford, Joe Cash, Coleen Pearson, and Sherman “Buster” Cash Jr.
A funeral service was held December 19, 2024, at Flint Hill Baptist Church conducted by Rev. Keith Dixon and Rev. Shane Kirby. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.
For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another. But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; Titus 3:3-6
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Karen Frankenberger Van Buren, 65, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on December 15, 2024.
Born March 27, 1959 in Rochester, NY, she was the daughter of the late Charles J. and Agnes C. Burke Frankenberger.
She is survived by her husband, Steven Henry Van Buren, of the home; son, Eric Van Buren and wife Cailyn, Shelby, NC; two grandchildren; and siblings: Eileen Keirn and husband Charles, Kenmore, NY and James Frankenberger and wife Brenda, Spencerport, NY.
Funeral service was held December 19, 2024, in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Reverend Mr. James Trombley officiating.
Memorials may be made to Healthcare Foundation of Cleveland County at P.O. Box 550, Shelby, NC 28151 or online at www.healthcarefoundationcc.org
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.
HENSON
Sadie Hutchins Henson, 91, of Ellenboro, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024.
Sadie was born on Wednesday, August 16, 1933
OBITUARIES I N R EMEMBRANCE
in Rutherford County, to the late Vollie Wilson Hutchins, and Essie Ailene Waters Hutchins.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas “Mack” Henson and nine brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her son, Mitch Henson (Brenda), of Chesnee, SC; daughter, Kay Searcy (Mike), of Forest City; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
The funeral service was December 21, 2024, in the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ernie Cole officiating. Burial was private in the Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery.
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com.
GENELL PARKER McKINNEY
Genell Parker McKinney, 89, of Ellenboro, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024.
Genell was born on Wednesday, May 29, 1935 in Cleveland County, to the late Zero Parker and Hester Canipe Parker.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Claude McKinney; and three brothers, Paul Parker, Gene Parker, and Doyle Parker. Survivors include her sons, Scott McKinney (Sarah), and Greg McKinney, all of Ellenboro; four grandchildren; and a great-grandson.
The funeral service was held December 19, 2024, at Drury Dobbins Baptist Church with Reverend Ronald Roberts officiating. Interment followed the service in the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving
the family. An online obituary is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com.
EDDIE
LAWSON
Eddie Lawson, 79, of Sandy Mush, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024.
Eddie was born on Tuesday, May 1, 1945, in Rutherford County, to the late Eddie Lawson Sr., and Maxine Mahaffey Lawson. He is survived by his daughters, Marquitta McAbee, and Michelle Wood, all of Ellenboro; sons, Joshua Lawson (Emily), and James Lawson, all of Forest City; six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
The funeral service was held December 19, 2024, at Christian Fellowship Missionary Methodist Church with Reverend Frank Lewis and Reverend Jackie Potter officiating. Interment followed in the Christian Fellowship Missionary Methodist Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Samaritan’s Purse at P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607 or www.samaritanspurse. org.
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com.
ANNAMAE GREEN
Annamae “Anna” Green, 68, of Bostic, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024.
Anna was born on
Thursday, September 13, 1956 in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Darmie Neal Rudisill and Helen Hutchins Rudisill.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James U. Green; sister, Melissa Dawn Rudisill; and her granddaughter.
She is survived by her son, James Stephen Devens (Alicia), of Cliffside; stepdaughters, Lydia Green, of Greenville, SC, and Lori Ann Ivey, of Spartanburg, SC; brother, Darmie Neal Rudisill Jr. (Karen), of Houston, TX; a grandson; two great-grandchildren and five step-grandchildren.
The funeral service was be held December 23, 2024, in the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ricky Poteat and Reverend Ted Blankenship officiating.
Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been entrusted with the arrangements. An online guestbook is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com.
AARON MICHAEL VERRIER
Aaron Michael "Lil Man" Verrier, 23, of Blacksburg, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024.
Born in Spartanburg, he was the son of Aaron Lee Verrier and Crystal Nicole Sliney and the significant other of Mykayla Breann Martin.
In addition to his parents and significant other, he is survived by his children: a daughter, Haisley Grace Verrier, and another sibling on the way; a sister, Hailey Danielle Wentz; and his paternal grandfather.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Brianna Nicole Sky Wentz; his maternal grandmother and his paternal grandmother.
A funeral service was held December 19, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church, with Rev. Joey Shetley officiating.
BATCHLER BORDERS
Lucy Catherine Batchler "Cat" Borders, 96, of Blacksburg, passed away on December 10, 2024.
Born in Blacksburg, Catherine was the widow of Jack Borders and the daughter of the late James Alexander "J.A." Batchler and Unah Edith Byars Batchler.
Catherine is survived by her children, Michael Borders (Betty L.) and Dianne Allen; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and thirteen greatgreat-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her son, Larry Borders, her daughter, Barbara Falls, and her twelve siblings.
Funeral services were December 15, 2024, at Gordon Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Richard Brown officiating.
GAIL ANN DeFONCE
Gail Ann DeFonce, 69, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.
Born July 18, 1955, in Schenectady, New York, Gail was the daughter of the late Anthony Nicholas DeFonce, Sr. and Helen Margaret Morrison DeFonce and was preceded in death by her brother, Anthony Nicholas DeFonce, Jr.
Gail is survived by a sister-in-law, Shari DeFonce of Matthews, NC.
Gail will be buried at Cleveland Memorial Park in Shelby, NC.
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.
KINLEY
Kathleen McSwain Kinley, 96, of Bessemer City, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024.
She was born October 1, 1928, in Lincoln County to the late Oliver Victor and Elsie Black McSwain.
In addition to her parents, Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Claude Kinley; son, Jerry Lee Kinley; brothers, O.V. McSwain, Jr., Paul McSwain, Jerome McSwain, Robert McSwain, and Jack McSwain; and sisters, Betty Farris and Shelva Russ.
Survivors include her son, Boyce Kinley (Jody); daughter, Diane Smith (Darrell); three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and sister, Pauline Watson (Melvin).
A Graveside Service was held December 21, 2024, at Mount Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor Robert Austin officiating.
Memorials may be made to Mt. Beulah Baptist Church – 5306 Dallas Cherryville Hwy, Bessemer City, NC 28016 or VIA Health Partners of Lincoln County – 900 Dontia Dr., Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com
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89, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on December 17, 2024.
Born September 14, 1935 in Gaston County, NC, he was the son of the late William and Myra Harbin Surber and was also preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn Surber; siblings: Bill Surber, Helen Goode, Gene Surber, Claire Greenway, Carl Surber, Earlene Jenkins, Eldora Barnette, Jeanette Heinbach, and Margaret Surber; and his step-daughter, Sandy Sayers.
Mr. Surber served our country in the U.S. Navy.
He is survived by his children: Darrell Surber (Denise) and Sheila Posey (Danny); stepchildren: Mike Sayers (Elaine) and Debbie Baumgardner (Rusty); sister, Marilyn Pheagin; six grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Memorial service was held December 20, 2024 in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel. The family held a private interment ceremony at Mountain Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain, NC. Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.
JOHN REID LUTZ JR.
John Reid Lutz Jr., of Huntsville, AL, formally of Polkville, NC, passed away on December 10, 2024.
John was born on December 30, 1931 to John Reid and Madge Lutz.
John was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Jo Williamson Lutz; brother, Dr. Gerald W. Lutz and sister, Jane Lutz Brady.
He is survived by his son, John R. Lutz III; daughter, Juanita (Andrew) Lutz Owen; five grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.
Mr. Lutz served our country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean conflict.
The Visitation and Memorial Service for John’s Life will be Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Pisgah ARP Church, 3600 S. Linwood Road, Gastonia, NC. Visitation will be 9:30-11 am. The Memorial Service will follow at 11 am. Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Fallston is serving the family.
For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
Hebrews 4:12
DEBRA ANN GREENE
Mrs. Debra “Debbie” Ann Greene, 64, of Grover, NC, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.
She is survived by her husband, Michael Greene of the home; three children, Jeremy Wiggins (Johanna) of Etowah, NC, Jason Crotts (Mary) of Lawndale, NC, and Josh Crotts (Myia) of Lawndale, NC; six grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Carol Hoyle (Sonny) of Lawndale, NC; and three sisters, Terri McCurry of Boiling Springs, NC, Lisa Faile of Boiling Springs, NC, and Angela Greene of Shelby, NC.
Born May 28, 1960, in Cleveland County, NC, Debbie was the daughter of Richard S. Greene and the late Martha Cochran Greene and was preceded in death by a brother, Daniel Greene.
A funeral service was held December 20, 2024, at Sulphur Springs Methodist Church conducted by Rev. Kathy Houser. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Sulphur Springs Methodist Church, 1642 Sulphur Springs Rd, Shelby, NC 28152.
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.
A festive guide to caroling
Christmas caroling is a joyful tradition that has endured for centuries. Christmas caroling can be traced to the fourth century in Rome. Latin hymns were written to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Historians believe that even before the emergence of Christianity midwinter songs existed to lift people’s spirits through the bleak weather and extended hours of darkness. Christmas caroling continues to unite communities and spread holiday cheer through song. It is time to inspire a resurgence of caroling by planning to gather friends, family, or neighbors for a caroling session. This guide can help anyone plan a memorable caroling event.
Gather your group: Begin by assembling a group of singers. No one needs to be an expert singer, as enthusiasm goes a long way. Reach out to friends, family, coworkers, and/or local community members. Try to get a diverse group of people together whose main goal is to have fun.
Find the right time and date: Typically evening hours after work or during weekends are when you can reach the greatest number of people. The goal is to enable participants to relax and enjoy the experience.
Map out a caroling route: Carefully identify neighborhoods or locations that are known for being festive. While the organizer may choose to carol around his or her own neighborhood, it may be possible to engage more of the community in other settings. Look at local nursing homes or even community centers as caroling locations. Contact businesses along Main Street to see if caroling in the center of town to coincide with holiday shopping may be a good idea.
Compile a list of classics: Most people will want to hear the carols and other songs they know and love. Make a list of classic Christmas songs that aren’t overly complicated and singers will already know how to sing, such as “Jingle Bells,” “Deck the Halls,” “Frosty the Snowman,” and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” If a particularly accomplished singer is in the group, he or she might do a featured solo. Be sure to have printed copies of the lyrics and sheet music for all participants.
Enlist some musicians
Although caroling is traditionally done a capella, having someone who plays an instrument, like a guitar or violin, can ensure everyone is on the right note and can keep the pace of each song. Plan to rest: Singing can be joyful, but also tiring. Bring along refreshments so the carolers can rest their voices and stop to grab a drink or snack. Tea, coffee and cocoa can warm up participants on chilly days. Perhaps make one of the caroling stops in front of a local coffee shop and pop in after a set.
Coordinate attire:Although everyone does not have to dress alike, a similar element, such as a red scarf or green mittens, can unite the group. Add a charitable element: Consider incorporating a charitable aspect to the caroling. Collect financial or food donations for a local food pantry, or do a toy drive while caroling, encouraging people to offer a wrapped gift in exchange for some beautiful music.
Christmas music often sets the holiday scene, and carolers can bring familiar songs into neighborhoods this time of year.
Everleigh Randall tells Santa her wish list in Uptown Shelby.
Jeff Melton photo
L OCAL C HURCHES
Tuesday, December 24
What: Annual Christmas Eve Breakfast
When: 7:00 am, December 24
Where: St.Peters Methodist Church, 119 St. Peter’s Ch. Rd., Lawndale, NC.
More Info: Upper Cleveland Christian men invite you to our annual Christmas Eve breakfast. Come join us, donations only.
What: Christmas Eve Candlel Lght Service:
When: 7:00 pm, December 24
Where: Ascension Lutheran, 300 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC,
More Info: Join us for our Christmas Eve Service.
Tuesday, December 24
What: Christmas Eve Candle Light Service: When: 5:00 pm, December 24
Where: First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC,
More Info: A beautiful and traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. Experience the joy of Christ’s birth through special music provided by our Orchestra, Soloists, and Choirs. December 24th, 5:00 PM. Celebrate this Holy Night with candlelight, carols, and communion. All are welcome—come and share in the wonder of Christmas!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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.
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.
Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. John 14:1-3
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Let’s try something fun….
Neal Center participants have often requested that Corn Hole become part of the center’s regularly scheduled activities. Beginning Thursday, January 6, 2025, through January 29, 2025, you can come to the Neal Center between 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. to participate in this fun activity! This will be an experiment to determine how much interest there is to offer it regularly. Afterward, a final decision as to offering the game permanently will be made. Have questions? Contact Daniel Dedmon, Neal Center Program Director at 704/481-7387
It may be cold outside, but a dance inside will warm your spirit!
Join Us For Our WINTER’S NIGHT DANCE
Thursday, January 16, 2025 • 6 PM
NEAL SENIOR CENTER
100 T.R. Harris Dr., Shelby
Music Provided by UNION EXPRESS
Concessions will be available for sale
Advance Tickets: $6 Each (Deadline to purchase advance tickets is Tuesday, January 14, 3 PM)
Or they may be purchased at door for $8 each A minumum of 50 tickets must be sold to have the dance.
While you feed your body…. …feed
Bring your lunch and join us for a fascinating Bible Study about “Heaven—What to Expect”
Alison Carswell will lead the study
It is divided into ten sections and will meet in the Card Game room beginning Thursday, January 2, 2025, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. No reservations are required. Please bring your Bible. The group will also use an additional supplement, “Heaven” by Randy Alcorn. It can be purchased from the instructor for $15. If you have questions, please contact Alison at 704/473-0876
In case of snow, ice, sleet, or freezing rain this winter, call the Neal Center’s “Weather Line” to see if we are open, delayed or closed.
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~ANNOUNCEMENTS~
Oneblood Community Blood Drives: Tuesday 12/24: Starbucks, Kings Mtn., 9am–2pm, $20 Starbucks gift card, 6 reusable Oneblood cups w/lids.
Saturday 12/28: Tractor Supply, Shelby. 9am–2pm, Walmart ,Shelby, 3–5pm, $25 e-gift card, 6 reusable cups w/lids.
Monday 12/30, Walmart, Shelby, 12–2pm, Planet Fitness, Shelby, 3–7pm, $25 e-gift card, 6 reusable cups w/lids.
Tuesday 12/31, Starbucks, Shelby, 9am–2pm, $20 Starbucks gift card, 6 reusable cups w/lids.
Neighborhood Calender Deadline: Friday, 3 PM, prior to Thursday’s Edition. Go to shelbyinfo.com & click on SUBMIT EVENTS.
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~ANNOUNCEMENTS~
Nar-Anon Support Group: Meets 6:30 pm weekly on Tuesdays at the First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. NarAnon 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, 704-482-3467.
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.
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The sixth student to be awarded the Tucker Scholarship since its inception in 2019, Will is the first Cleveland County resident to receive the award. One of 227 applicants for the scholarship this year, Will was among the 56 finalists invited to interview for the award.
“For Will to emerge atop that list of high-character, high-ability students really says something special about who he is, about how well suited he is for the GardnerWebb experience, and about how confident we are that he will faithfully represent the values of our institution in all that he does,” said Dr.
“We are so proud of Will for his hard work and accomplishments inside and outside the classroom,” added Dr. Shelly Shope, Pinnacle Classical Academy’s headmaster. “We join Will’s family, friends, teachers, coaches, and club leaders in congratulating him for this incredible achievement, and in thanking Carolyn and Robert Tucker for their generosity.”
Founded in 2013, Pinnacle Classical Academy is a tuition-free public charter school located in Shelby. Last year, the 29 seniors in its graduating class were offered a combined $3,109,430 in four-year academic merit and athletic scholarships. The school is recognized as one of the best elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
(Gardner-Webb University): Will Brooks (center) with his parents (Angela and Derrick Brooks) and sister (Amy Brooks)
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Kiley and Dalton Peeler try to get their son Declan's attention for a Christmas memory photo in Uptown Shelby Jeff Melton photo
Carriage rides were a part of Christmas on the court square again this year in Uptown Shelby. The rides are very popular amongst Cleveland County citizens. Jeff Melton photo
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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
SERIOUS KNIFE COLLECTOR RETIRING! Selling Entire Collection. Case • Remington
• Miller Bros. • Queen • GEC • Winchester • Schatt & Morgan
• Robeson • Camilus and Much More! Shown by Appointment. (980) 295-5568
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AROUND! COLLECTOR’S
DREAM! We Buy, Sell & Trade. Gold, Silver, Rare & Unique Items, Knives, Antiques, Coins, Gold Eagles, Collectibles and Much More. We Offer Appraisals on Coins•Knives•Jewelry. You’ve Gotta Come Check Us Out! Jake’s Knives & Coins located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. Call 704-600-6996 or (980) 295-5568
EMPLOYMENT
HIRING NURSES & OFFICE
HELP. F/T Nursing Positions
Available for CMA/CNA/MOA/ LPN. F/T Front Office Position Available: Check-in Receptionist/Check-out. Medical Records-Phones. Fax resume to:Shelby Medical Associates.704-482-0811.
WWTP SENIOR OPERATOR
POSITION. The Town of Spindale is currently Accepting applications for the position of WWTP Senior Operator Salary Range: $42,138 - $52,673 DOE. Main duties include, but are not limited to, daily plant inspections, collection and analyzing daily samples as required by our NPDES permit, assist in pretreatment sampling and inspections, maintenance of equipment, computer work as required and directed by the WWTP Superintendent. This position acts as the backup ORC. The position requires a Grade III wastewater certification however we will entertain candidates who currently have a Grade II and can obtain Grade III within 6 months. Maintenance experience, computer skills in Excel and Word a plus. Some weekend work is required. The Town provides health, dental and vision insurance, NC State retirement, 5% 401k, holiday pay, sick and vacation days. Apply online at www.spindalenc. net/home/employment or in person at Spindale Townhall located at 125 Revelry St., Spindale, NC 28160
EMPLOYMENT
CUSTOMER SERVICE HELP NEEDED. Wanted for part-time employment for Folk’s Cleaners in Forest City. Call 828-245-4074.
LAUNDROMAT ATTENDANT. PART TIME starting pay
$10.50 per hour. two shifts available: 10 AM to 3 PM and 5 pm to 8 pm. Cleaning laundromat and doing wash, dry fold service. Meticulous and punctual. Apply ONLINE at www.mountainwashlaundryshelbync.com or fill application at laundromat. TIEMPO PARCIAL pago inicial $10.50 por hora. dos turnos disponibles: 10 am a 3 pm y 5 pm a 8 pm. Limpieza de lavandería y servicio de lavado, secado, y doblado. Detallista y puntual. Presente su solicitud EN LÍNEA en www.mountainwashlaundryshelbync.com o complete la solicitud en la lavandería. laundryhelp@carolina. rr.com
NOW HIRING RESIDENTIAL SERVICE PLUMBERS. Are you a skilled plumber with 6+ years of service plumbing experience. We offer competitive pay options (up to $32 / hour OR commission-only pay structure. Comprehensive benefits package: 401(k) with 3% company match • Health, dental and vision insurance • Company vehicle for professional use. At Badger Plumbing Company, we recognize and reward expertise. To Apply call 980-403-5859 or Email Resume to 1badgerplumbing@gmail.com - Located in Shelby, NC.
SKILLED TRADES Woda Construction, Inc. is constructing 5 - 3 story breezeway walk ups and a community building, totaling 125,357 Sq Ft. (Consisting of 120, 1 - 3 bedrooms units). This project is known as Rutherford Crossing. We are seeking qualified section 3 individuals and business concerns to fill various positions and sub - contracting contracts for various trades. On the job training will be provided to the right candidate if necessary. If interested, please contact Alex Gronau at agronau@wodagroup. com or by mail at 1465 W. Academy Street Cherryville, North Carolina 28021 United States (912) 312-2442 agronau@wodagroup. com
BUSINESS SERVICES
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. 704-472-9367.
NEED HELP WITH PROJECTS
Around Your House or Business? 30 years of experience. Free estimates. Landscaping, Minor Repairs, Ceiling Fans Installed, Install Mini Blinds, No job to small! Call or text (704) 6924449
ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, full service on lawnmowers or tractor. Honest & Reliable! (704) 300-2332
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPAIR. Skid Steer, Wreckers, Rollbacks, Splitters, Tractors, etc. 30 years experience. Shelby, NC. (Joe) (704) 692-1097
YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
INDOOR YARD SALE. Every Monday - Saturday, 9am-6pm. 4120 Kings Mtn Hwy, Bessemer City on Hwy 74. 704-616-4827
FOR SALE
NATURAL GAS FURNACE in Good Condition. $300 or Best Offer! (704) 300-9277
DISCOUNT APPLIANCES. Refrigerators, washers, dryers and stoves. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 477-4766
HARDWOOD FIREWOOD
DELIVERED 1-1/2 ton hardwood firewood delivered on a dump trailer within 20 miles of Lattimore $200. Can deliver farther for extra. You can pick up on your pickup $50 for short bed, $65 long bed. Larger trucks call for price. Campfire bundles also available. (704) 434-6865 smpc1@bellsouth.net
TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER
TRAILERS, FLATBED TRAILERS, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704-434-6389, (704) 4730867
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788
DUMP TRAILERS. Lots of Options 7x16, 7x14, 7x12, 6x12, 6x10. From $1500 down, with payments as low as $275. Also: Rent to Own no credit check! J Johnson Sales, Inc. Forest City, NC (828) 245-5895
TINY HOUSE / OFFICE UNIT. 12’ X 28’. Small Kitchen, 1/2 Bath, TV on Wall, Heat & Air. $35,900. Deliver & Blocked. “Financing Available”. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City. (828) 245-5895
NEW-USED TRAILERS PARTS & ACCESSORIES FOR ALL TYPES OF TRAILERS. 1500 Square Feet of Parts, Axles, Tires, Lights, Gates, Ramps, etc. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, (828) 245-5895
METAL ROOFING FOR SALE INSTOCK! Deliveries Twice A Week. One Piece or the Whole Roof. J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 245-5895
STORAGE BUILDINGS WOOD OR METAL. New, Used, Repo. New Buildings from $3756.00. Inventory changes weekly! J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895
USED CAMPER TOPS FOR SALE: Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828351-8846.
CARPORTS, GARAGES, BOAT,
RV COVER HAY BARNS, Etc.
“Check Out Our Price Before You Buy... There Is Difference!” J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 245-5895
STEEL BUILDINGS. “Large On Site Display”. Concrete Pads, Grading, Plumbing, Electrical.
“One Stop Shop For All !” J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, 2690 Hwy. 221 South. (828) 2455895
HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855
FOR SALE
SALT FISH FOR SALE Salt Fish for sale at Harkey’s Taxidermy in Vale, $1.00. We also have old timey hoop cheese, fatback, sausage, livermush and more! (704) 472-4695
MORGAN’S FIREWOOD. Seasoned small stove wood. Cut, split, delivered $75. 828-3950758.
MORGAN’S FIREWOOD. Cut, split, delivered, 19’’ to 24’’ long, mixed oak & cherry. Green $75. 1/2 green, 1/2 seasoned $80. All seasoned $85. 828-395-0758.
HOSHIZAKI 900 LB. ICE MAKER 900 pound ice maker with a 500 pound bin. Only used 8 (eight) months. Warranty - 2 (two) years left on parts and labor, 4 (four) years left compressor. Restaurant needed a larger ice maker. Ice maker was working when replaced with larger unit.. (704) 734-7648
BANJO FOR SALE From the 1970’s! Mint. Beautiful Univox Banjo and original hard-shell case. Great learner! $350. 704473-2034.
1 PLOT FOR SALE. Located in Cleveland Memorial Park. $600. 704-434-6443.
HAND GUNS FOR SALE Ruger LCP Max 380-$450, Taurus G3C 9MM-$400. 980-341-9332.
DISCOUNTED SWINGSET FOR SALE. Playhouse, Sliding board and Sand box. On display but never used. $2400. Or call to custom order one you like. Delivery Available (828) 829-3476
SNAPPER RIDING LAWNMOWER. Engine runs but will not go. Handyman repair or use for parts. $50 or OBO. 704-4766672.
WANT TO BUY
WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-2891488.
WANT TO BUY USED METAL CARPORTS. To use for animal shelters. If no answer leave message. (704) 472-9487
WANT TO BUY CARS& TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006
WANT TO BUY
CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228
I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast. (828) 577-4197
WANT A GOOD USED CAR. Prefer a Buick, Honda or Toyota under 100,000 miles. 980-88007324 or leave message.
WANTED: EDENPURE 360 SUPER CLIMATER model 200 heating and cooling unit in very good condition. 864-461-7202.
FARM & GARDEN
GRASS HAY FOR SALE. Grass hay-$4 a bale. Orchard grass-$6 a bale. John Deere 4400 Combine-$1,000. Call 704-692-7150.
HAY FOR SALE. Round bales, net wrapped $40. (10 bale minimum.) (704) 300-9042
PETS & LIVESTOCK
AKC KOREAN/RUSSIAN MALTESE. Maltese male puppies, 11 weeks old. First shots, de-wormed, vet checked, happy and healthy baby boys. $1,500. Priced as “pet only”. Feel free to call 704-6894163.(Please no inquiries after 8:00pm. FaceBook page (Janets maltese) Puppies.com AKC Green and AKC Blue. View our profile and testimony page. Courier services available by vehicle only at buyers expense. (704) 689-4163
2 MALE MALTIPOO. Both less than 1 year old, Champagne & white color, Toy size, wormed, shots, & neutered. $450 each. MaltiPoo Male stud, 1 year old, white color, 6-7 lbs, $600. Also male Lab rescue, neutered, 1 year old. Loves kids, $100. Have a variety of rescues and small dogs for adoption. Please call (no texting) for prices/info. 828391-0919
DOG KENNELS. 5X10X6, 10x10x4, 10x10x6, 10x20x6. Single Kennel, Double Kennel or Triple Kennel. Dog Houses. Rain Tops Available. “Pickup or Delivery Available.” J. Johnson Sales, Forest City, (828) 2455895
AKC SILVER LABS Silver Labrador Retrievers! We have eight silver females and four males with one being champagne. The sire and dam are Master hunters in the AKC hunt test field, with the sire having 15 Master passes. They have both been OFA cleared and genetically tested. Also, they both have a strong background as a hunting companion as well as a family oriented pet. They will be ready by Christmas! Please reach out for more information if interested in one of these beautiful puppies. (910) 840-0542 overdraw935@gmail.com
THREE AKC STANDARD POODLE PUPS. Ready to go. Two parvo shots and wormed. Call 704-813-7411.
CAMPERS
1996 CLASS A MOTOR HOME. 36 Ft., One Owner! Good condition. Call (704) 689-4001
CARS & TRUCKS 2012 FORD F-150 207,000 miles. $11,700, Lariat, 2wd, 4dr Crew Cab, 5.0L V8, 6 spd. Elec Trans, Tow Pkg w Trailer Sway Control, White Ext., Tan Leather Int., Sun Roof, Navigation, AM/ FM/Sirius/CD, Heat n Cool power Front Seats, 1 owner, Entire Maintenance Record, All service at Ford dealer. Call Mike, Shelby, NC. (803) 548-8690
CLEVELAND COUNTY
2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 739-0259
LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 482-7723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@RPMMANAGED.COM
LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 2 and 3 bedroom Townhomes. Rent is based on income (and even some expenses are deducted). Call or visit today! 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC or call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 487-1114
MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3 Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299
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
RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $700 per month. 828382-0475.
