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Monday, January 20, 2025

CLT SchoolhouseRock Live! JR. Productions

If you're looking for nostalgic fun, head over to Cherryville Little Theatre for Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR. Based on the ever-popular, award-winning 1970s cartoons, this fastpaced musical teaches lessons with clever, catchy tunes.

The cast of 20 kids and teens perform a blast from the past featuring classics like "I'm Just a Bill" or "Conjunction Junction". The production is directed by Angie Dolan, assistant directed by Noah Bolton and music directed by Autumn Bolton.

Performances are January 17 and 18, at 7:00 pm, and January 18 and 19 at 3:00 pm.

Cherryville Little Theatre is located at 301 W. Academy st Cherryville NC 28092.

Tickets are $10 and on sale now at https://cherryvillelittle theatre.org/tickets.

Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR was originally adapted and produced for the stage by Theatre BAM. From the series created by George Newall and Tom Yohe and based on an idea by David McCall.

It was originally conceived and directed by Scott Ferguson.

Book is by Scott Ferguson, Kyle Hall and George Keating.

Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, New York, NY, (212) 541-4684 mtishows.com

Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics NC receives award of excellence

The Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics North Carolina (NC LETR) received a diamond level of excellence award by the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) International Executive Council for raising $1.8 million during the 2023 campaign year.

The award was presented during the 2023 LETR International Conference, held in San Antonio, Texas, Nov. 13-16. The conference joined nearly 1,000 law enforcement personnel from around the world, representing the LETR leadership of their respective Special Olympics Programs. NC LETR had a delegation of 30 members, which included agency leaders, law enforcement officers, NC LETR Athlete Ambassadors and Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC) staff.

LETR is the largest grassroots public awareness and fundr aising campaign for Special Olympics with more than 100,000 law enforcement participants around the world. Since its inception in 1981, LETR has raised over $1 billion and changed millions of attitudes.

NC LETR involves more than 2,000 law enforcement officers representing more than 200 agencies. In addition to raising funds through collecting sponsorships, T-shirt and hat donations and unique fundraising events, the officers take part in relays spanning over 2,000 miles in 30 days to pass the Flame of Hope across the state, culminating in the lighting of the cauldron to officially open the Special Olympics North Carolina Summer Games in Raleigh.

See AWARD, Page 6

Cherryville Little Theatre will hold the Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR. on January 17 and 18 at 7 p.m. and
ary 18 and 19 at 3 p.m. (Photo provided)

NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR

Monday, January 20

What: Blood Drive

When: 12:00 Noon until 6:00 pm, January 20.

Where: Family Worship Center, 1818 Shelby Rd., Kings Mountain, NC.

More Info: The Kings Mountain Ministerial Association and Family Worship Center COG will sponsor a blood drive. Donors are encouraged to register at oneblood.org/donate-now with sponsor code 68025.

Saturday, January 25 & February 1

What: 2025 Beginning Beekeeper Class

When: 9:00 am until 4:00 pm, January 25 & February 1, 2025.

Where: Cleveland County Center, 130 S. Post Rd., Shelby, NC.

More Info: Learn to be a beekeeper at our 2025 Beginning Beekeeper Class offered by the Cleveland County Beekeepers Association. The 2-day class is held January 25 and February 1, 2025, and preregistration is required. $75/person discount for couples sharing resource materials. Call 704-487-7731 or email clevelandcountybeekeepersnc@gmail.com

Saturday, January 25

What: Author Visit: James Benton

When: 11:00 am until 1:00 pm, January 25.

Where: Spangler Branch Library, 112 Piedmont Drive, Lawndale, NC.

More Info: Cotton Mills once employed millions and supported countless communities. Local historian and author of Fraying Fabric will explain what happened to American textile and apparel manufacturing.

Sunday, January 26

What: Cleveland Lincoln County Rose Society

When: 2:30 pm, January 26.

Where: Cleveland County Extension Office, 130 South Post Rd., Shelby, NC. (Next to Food Lion)

More Info: Visitors and new members are welcomed to attend our first meeting of 2025. Rose Society members will advise you how to get your rose garden ready for Spring and planting new roses. We will be planning for our 48th Rose Show May 31, 2025. Refreshments will be served.

Saturday, February 1

What: C.A.R.E. February Hike

When: 10:00 am until Noon, February 1.

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 FB 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 Feb 1 event, and it will take you directly to the Genius signup link. 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.

~ANNOUNCEMENTS~

Community Blood Drives:

Friday, January 17, Walmart Shelby, 9–11am. Tractor Supply, 12–5pm. $20 e-gift card, long-sleeve t-shirt.

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, 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.

For Sale By Owner!

3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Large Corner Lot, Wired Shop Building, Completely Renovated, New HVAC, New Plumbing, New Windows & Doors, Updated Electrical and Septic. Appliances Included.

Energy assistance available to Cleveland County residents

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Low Income Household Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) began accepting applications from the general public for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) on Jan. 2. For the 25 counties, including Cleveland, that were heavily impacted by Hurricane Helene, additional Disaster Energy Assistance funding has been appropriated by the NC General Assembly to assist households with heating costs and repairs during the colder winter months.

Applications for these additional Disaster Energy Assistance funds are being accepted for eligible households residing in one of the 25 identified disaster counties during and after Hurricane Helene. These counties are Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Clay, Cleveland, Gaston, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Transylvania, Watauga, Wilkes and Yancey counties.

Households can apply for both LIEAP and the Disaster Energy Assistance funding. Households with heating services or systems that require repairs, are currently inoperable, have been disconnected or are at risk of having their services disconnected can also apply for the Disaster Energy Assistance funds. Eligible households will receive assistance based on household circumstances and need.

“Our friends and family in western North Carolina will feel the impacts from Hurricane Helene for years to come,” said Carla West, Division Director of Human Services for Child

Support, Economic Services, Aging, and Operations. “We are only midway through winter, and these funds are critical to keep residents safe and warm as they continue to recover and rebuild.”

Disaster Energy Assistance is a temporary emergency program that helps eligible households and families afford energy heating services after a natural disaster or an emergency. The program provides assistance for eligible low-income households to provide, restore or continue heating sources. Disaster Energy Assistance is available until funds are exhausted.

Individuals in one of the identified 25 disaster declared counties can apply in-person or via telephone with their local county department of social services. In Cleveland County call 980-484-6000.

To be eligible for Disaster Energy Assistance.

• A household must have at least one U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.

• Have income equal to or less than 60% of the state median income.

• Have resided in one of the identified 25 disaster declared counties listed above during Hurricane Helene and are currently residing in one of those 25 counties.

• Have been impacted and suffered a loss because of Hurricane Helene.

Disaster Energy Assistance was created after NCDHHS was appropriated $9 million in state funds from the NC General Assembly to help assist these disaster areas with heating related costs and repairs as a result of Hurricane Helene.

Transportation Administration of Cleveland County, Inc.

Transportation Administration of Cleveland County, Inc. provides non-emergency transportation to all citizens of Cleveland County. TACC offers transport to local medical appointments as well as out-of-country appointments such as Gastonia, Charlotte, and the Asheville VA Medical Center.

TACC PROVIDES SERVICES TO THE FOLLOWING

TACC ALSO PROVIDES TWO FIXED ROUTES.

• Cleveland County Transit (CCT) is scheduled routes that run Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:08pm.

• West End REACH transit is scheduled routes that run Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:00am to 3:00pm.

Prevention Council 2025-2026 Funds Available

The Cleveland County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council announces the availability of $340,063 in intervention and prevention funds for services to youths most at risk of court involvement. JCPC funds require a local cash or in-kind match of 20%.

Based on the JCPC planning process the continuum of program services and structures needed in this county have been identified to be the following:

Parent/Family Skill Building

Interpersonal Skill Building

Vocational Skills

Tutoring/Academic Enhancement Mediation/Conflict Resolution

Mentoring Services

Substance Abuse Counseling

Restitution/Community Service Teen Court Psychological Assessments

Family counseling

Home Based Family Counseling Individual/Group/Mixed Counseling Services addressing Problem Sexual Behavior

Program Managers, or anticipated Program Managers, of organizations interested in applying are required to attend a mandatory orientation meeting to be held VIRTUALLY on January 23,2025 at 11:00 am. Contact margiesc822@gmail.com for instructions to join the Webex.

Local public agencies, 501(c)3 non-profit corporations and local housing authorities wishing to submit applications for programs to provide any of these intervention services will need to access application forms and other necessary information from the NC ALLIES website with instructions at https:// cp.ncdjjdp.org/CP or by contacting Melissa Johnson at the Area Office of the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention at 828-808-3019 or melissa.g.johnson@ncdps.gov. Private non-profits are also required to submit No Overdue Tax forms, Conflict of Interest Statements, and proof of 501(c)3 status. Program Applications are to be submitted electronically into NC ALLIES by February 13, 2025 by 12:00 pm.

In addition, a copy of the application should be sent to Margie Christopher at margiesc822@gmail.com or brought to Sara Brunner at NCDPS, Juvenile Division at 315 Patton Street, Shelby no later than 12:00 pm on February 13, 2025. Attachments to be included are: a copy of the most recent agency audit, a list of current Board of Directors designating officers, a No Overdue Tax Form, and Conflict of Interest policy including any existing conflicts. New applicants will also need to submit three (3) letters of support and proof of 501(c) 3 status.

Interviews will be held by the allocations committee with the Program Manager of each applying agency on February 18, 2025 at the Advanced Technology Center, at Cleveland Community College, Room 7270. Times will be assigned as the applications are received.

Hike With a CARE doggie February 1

CARE will kick off their 2025 season for "Hike With A CARE doggie” on Saturday, February 1 at Gateway Traill, 807 S. Battleground Ave., Kings Mountain.

Hikes will be the first Saturday of every month, weather permitting. (check on Clifford's FB 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 ! They have many dogs in rescue: young, older, small, medium, large, so there is one for everyone's interest and needs. Let them know when you sign up, in the comment section, what size and energy level of dog you

would like to walk, so they can match you with a dog. Go to their Facebook page "Clifford's Army Rescue Extravaganza" and under the events tab, click on the Feb. 1 event, and it will take you directly to the Genius signup link. 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.

Lessons Learned

(Part 3 of “NEW

As we transition into a new season, I remember the experiences and lessons learned over the last year. It’s a wonderful time to reflect, reminisce, and glean wisdom from what we’ve walked through. After all, understanding our past can be the golden key that unlocks a brighter future! Think about your journey over the last year. Was there a struggle that seemed overwhelming at the time? Whatever it was, I invite you to reflect on how those challenges shaped you. Proverbs 4:7 (NIV) tells us, “The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it costs all you have, get understanding.” Our past can be an incredible teacher, filled with opportunities to grow in wisdom. So, let’s dive into the treasure chest of our experiences and ask ourselves—what did I learn from this?

Celebrate

Now, it’s also essential to remember that not all lessons come from hardship. Celebrations and victories hold valuable wisdom, too! Think about moments of joy

from last year—a promotion, a personal achievement, or the birth of a child. What did those moments teach you about gratitude, joy, and the importance of community? As we reflect, we might discover new passions or even a renewed sense of purpose. As we navigate these reflections, let’s not forget to be gentle with ourselves. It’s so easy to get caught up in the “should haves” and “could haves.” But Philippians 3:13-14 (NIV) encourages us: “Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal…” God is not asking us to carry the weight of our past mistakes; instead, He invites us to grow from them.

Pages of Growth

Moving forward, try keeping a journal where you document these reflections. Write down one lesson a week that you’ve learned from the past year. As you see the wisdom unfold on those pages, you’ll cultivate a deeper sense of awareness and gratitude for all life’s experiences—both tough and uplifting. May we walk in the light of our lessons learned, allowing them to guide us, inspire us, and

enrich our lives. Proverbs 24:16 (NLT) says, “The godly may trip seven times, but they will get up again. But one disaster is enough to overthrow the wicked.”

PRAY THIS PRAYER:

“Father, thank you for being with me, even when I make mistakes. You are a faithful God. You are making and molding me. Sometimes, I don’t feel like I have the strength to rise out of the pit I find myself in, yet you pull me out. When I am weak, You strengthen me. My heart trusts in You. In Jesus’ name - Amen.” 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.

DANYALE PATTERSON

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About the Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics North Carolina

The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics is an international fundraising campaign for Special Olympics. Special Olympics provides yearround sports training and competition for more than 5.4 million children and adults around the world who have intellectual disabilities. Nearly 45,000 athletes participate in Special Olympics in North Carolina, making it one of the largest Special Olympics programs in the world.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics North Carolina is officially endorsed by the International Association of Chiefs of Police, the North Carolina Association of Chiefs of Police, the National Sheriff’s Association, the North Carolina Sheriff’s Association, the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators, the National Association of School Resource Officers, the North Carolina Association of School Resource Officers, the North Carolina Department of Justice, the North Carolina Department

of Public Safety and the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction.

About Special Olympics North Carolina

Since 1968, the organization has used the transformative power of sports to improve the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Nearly 45,000 athletes in North Carolina inspire thousands of coaches, sports officials, local program committee members and event organizers involved in Special Olympics statewide. SONC offers yearround training and competition in 20 Olympictype sports on local and state levels as well as health and wellness initiatives to improve the health status and increase access to community health resources for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Youth become agents of change through Unified Champion Schools, an education and sportsbased program created by Special Olympics to build an inclusive environment among youth with and without intellectual disabilities as well as empower them to become youth leaders and create change in their community. Engage with us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

Spring planting pointers

Many people view spring as a season of rejuvenation. That renewal may be somewhat metaphorical for human beings, but it’s literal for lawns and gardens that begin to grow anew as temperatures rise and hours of daylight increase in spring.

Each spring presents an opportunity for homeowners to get back outside and tend to their gardens. As the temperatures rise, homeowners can consider these spring planning pointers to ensure their landscapes look lush and full in the months ahead.

• Start with the soil. Soil can serve as the starting point each spring. Winter can take its toll on a garden and even overwhelm the area with debris over the colder months. Clear rocks and other debris from the area before loosening the soil. The Farmer’s Almanac recommends loosening soil to a depth of at least eight inches if planting a new garden. An existing garden may only need to be loosened to a depth of around six inches, after which homeowners can mix compost into the soil in early spring. Compost is organic matter that provides nutrients and helps to build strong plant roots.

• Consider a raised garden in colder climates.

The Farmer’s Almanac notes raised gardens can help homeowners in colder climates dry out and warm up wet, cold soils more quickly. Homeowners in such regions also can cover their beds with black plastic or cardboard pri-

or to planting. Doing so can protect the beds from late-season snow and spring rains and also helps to overcome erosion.

• Take soil temperatures. Unpredictable weather is among the noticeable effects of climate change in recent years. That lack of predictability can make spring planting a little more tricky than it once was. Experts note that soil temperatures around 50 F are best for cool-season crops, while soil should be 60 F or warmer when planting warm-weather plants such as tomatoes.

• Work with a garden center to identify what to plant. The right plants for one region may not be ideal for another, so homeowners are urged to work with a local landscaper or garden center before planting. Such a consultation can be especially useful for homeowners planting a new garden. Landscapers and garden center professionals will know which plants work in the local climate.

NCWorks Career Center-Cleveland relocates to CCC campus

The NCWorks Career Center-Cleveland, currently located at 404 E. Marion Street in Shelby, will relocate to the campus of Cleveland Community College. The current location is scheduled to close on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. The Center will then reopen to the public on the campus of Cleveland Community College in the LeGrand Center Building, Room 6103, on Monday, February 3, 2025. The LeGrand Center is located at 1800 E. Marion Street in Shelby.

The NCWorks Career Center-Cleveland operates Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Once relocated, the Center will have a new telephone number; the new number is 980-552-4670.

Annette Staley, Foothills Workforce Development Director, stated, “This move will enable the

Center to utilize resources more efficiently and provide access to services to a broader range of customers.”

“We are excited to welcome the NCWorks Career Center to our campus,” said Dr. Jason Hurst, president of Cleveland Community College.

“The Career Center will provide essential services and assistance to our students. As they gain new job skills, they will now have better access to the opportunities that will allow them to use those skills.”

NCWorks services help North Carolinians find work, improve their skills and connect to other resources to help them prepare for job interviews and make a good impression on employers. The following services are offered to job-seekers, at no charge:

• Career assessment and guidance

• Access to training and education programs

• Job fairs and workshops

• Information on the job market

• Assistance with searching for jobs

• Résumé and cover letter preparation

• Practice interviewing for jobs

• Free computer and Internet access

• Help registering with and using NCWorks Online (www.NCWorks.gov).

The Career Center also offers special programs for veterans, young adults, migrant/seasonal farm workers, and the justice-involved.

In addition, NCWorks provides local employers with help recruiting and screening job applicants, labor market information and access to training resources, among other services, which are also free of charge.

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• Microwave Velveeta in small microwave-safe bowl on HIGH 1 minute or until completely melted, stirring after 30 seconds.

• Place chips on large platter; top with Velveeta, meat and remaining ingredients.

BUFFALO CHICKEN WINGS

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 tsp. paprika

1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

10 chicken wings oil for deep frying

1/4 cup butter

1/4 cup hot sauce

1 dash black pepper

1 dash garlic powder

• In a small bowl mix together the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper and salt. Place chicken wings in a large nonporous glass dish or bowl and sprinkle flour mixture over them until they are evenly coated. Cover dish or bowl and refrigerate for 60 to 90 minutes.

• Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees. The oil should be just enough to cover wings entirely, an inch or so deep. Combine the butter, hot sauce, pepper and garlic powder in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir together and heat until butter is melted and mixture is well blended. Remove from heat and reserve for serving.

• Fry coated wings in hot oil for 10 to 15 minutes, or until

R E C I P E S RECIPES

parts of wings begin to turn brown. Remove from heat, place wings in serving bowl, add hot sauce mixture and stir together. Serve.

MARSHMALLOW

CREAM CHEESE DIP

1 8-oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened

1 15-oz. jar marshmallow cream

Fresh fruit (grapes, bananas, strawberries, apples, blueberries etc.)

Blend cream cheese and marshmallow cream with hand mixer until combined. Serve with assorted fresh fruit.

HAM AND CHEESE APPETIZER

SANDWICHES

1 cup butter, softened

3 tablespoons poppy seeds

1 onion, grated

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

2 TBSP. prepared dijon-style mustard

2 12-oz. pkg. Hawaiian rolls

1/2 pound chopped cooked ham

5 oz. Swiss cheese

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, mix together butter, poppy seeds, onion, Worcestershire sauce and prepared Dijon-style mustard.

• Slice rolls in half horizontally and set aside tops. Spread bottoms with the butter mixture. Top with ham and Swiss cheese. Replace tops.

• Arrange rolls in a single layer in a medium baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven 10 to 12 minutes, until rolls are lightly browned and cheese is melted.

CHILLI CHEESE DIP

1 15-oz. can Hormel chilli with no beans

1 16-oz. Velveeta cheese,

cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1 16-oz. Neeses sausage

Cook sausage in pan and crumble into small pieces, until fully cooked. Drain off grease, stir in cubed cheese and hormel chilli. Serve with tortilla chips or put into crock pot on lowest setting to keep warm.

BLACK BEAN SALSA

2 cans black beans (drain, rinse)

1 can Summer Crisp corn (drain)

2 cans petite diced tomatoes w/jalapeno peppers (mild)

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 Vidalia onion, chopped

½ bottle Zesty Italian dressing

Refrigerate overnight. Great as a side dish or with tortilla chips.

GARDEN

VEGETABLE DIP

16 oz. sour cream OR greek yogurt

1 pkt. Hidden Valley original ranch dressing

¼ cup chopped green onions

¾ cup diced tomatoes

Assorted vegetables potato or corn chips for dipping

• Combine dressing with sour cream. Stir in tomatoes and onions. Chill at least 1 hour. Serve with assorted vegetables, potato chips or corn chips.

COCKTAIL MEATBALLS

2 pounds ground beef

10 oz. grape jelly

1/4 cup chili sauce

2 tablespoons prepared mustard

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a large roasting pan with aluminum foil.

• Shape ground beef into golfsize balls. Place on prepared roasting pan for 20 to 25 minutes until done.

• Meanwhile heat the jelly, chili sauce and mustard together in a 2 quart Dutch oven. Drain and add meatballs to the Dutch oven. Cover and simmer on low for 1/2 hour. Serve hot in chaffing dish with toothpicks.

SPINACH DIP

1 cup mayonnaise

16 oz. sour cream

1 pkg. Knorr Vegetable Soup mix

8-oz. can water chestnuts, drained and chopped

10 oz. box frozen spinach, chopped, thawed and drained

Combine all ingredients and chill about 2 hours. Serve with your favorite dippers: crackers, tortilla chips, etc. or place dip inside a bread bowl.

CHILLI

1 large can kidney beans

1 large can pinto beans

1 pk. Chillio Mix

Curry powder, to taste

Chilli Powder, to taste

1 can diced tomatoes w/ jalapeno peppers

1 small can tomato paste

1-1/2 lbs. ground beef

4 regular cans diced tomatoes

Put all together in crock pot.

Makes large pot. Serve with cornbread or tortilla chips and cheese.

PARTY MIX

3 cups Corn Chex cereal

3 cups Rice Chex real

3 cups Wheat Chex cereal

1 cup mixed nuts

1 cup bite-size pretzels

1 cup garlic-flavor

bite-size bagel chips

6 tablespoons butter or margarine

2 TBSP. Worcestershire

sauce

1-1/2 tsp. seasoned salt

3/4 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. onion powder

• In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, nuts, pretzels and bagel chips; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in seasonings. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.

• Microwave uncovered on

High 5 to 6 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool. Store in airtight container.

State to develop Drone Program to better respond to disasters like Helene, Florence

Article Provided By: NCDOT

A federal grant awarded Monday will enable state transportation officials to create a program that better guides the agency’s use of drones when it responds to natural disasters like Hurricanes Helene and Florence.

The U.S. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) announced the award of a $1.1 million grant to the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation.

“We are thrilled,” said Nick Short, interim director of NCDOT’s Aviation Division. “This will make us better prepared for natural disasters. With what we saw during Helene, Florence and other natural disasters, when you’re not able to use highway infrastructure to get goods and assets to an area, it seriously limits your ability to provide life-saving care and quick response to people in need.”

NCDOT was one of 47 recipients nationwide to receive a grant through the competitive Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation Grants Program, or SMART. The program is part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

Aviation staff will use the grant to develop a program that would use the ‘drone-ina-box’ technology in which an autonomous drone can be placed in a community before a storm and then deployed remotely to start collecting images of damage and deliver emergency supplies.

“With the ‘drone in a box,’ we can place a drone with

medicine like insulin on the side of a road and then those supplies are there and ready to be deployed right away,” Short said. “We will be able to deploy the drone remotely, so we can begin collecting data and delivering supplies without having to wait on someone to respond by driving into the area. In doing so, we’re also removing the risk of putting people in further danger during a natural disaster.”

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Aviation officials will develop a drone program in Lumberton to better respond to natural disasters. The photo shows flooding on Interstate 95 in Lumberton after Hurricane Florence in 2018.

IRS stimulus checks issued in January for qualified taxpayers

In the coming weeks, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will automatically send up to $1,400 in special payments to approximately 1 million taxpayers. The money will be directly deposited into eligible people’s bank accounts or sent by paper check.

The IRS is sending $1,400 stimulus checks to individuals who missed earlier stimulus payments and to eligible people who did not claim the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns. In the coming weeks, around 1 million taxpayers will receive the money automatically, either by direct deposit or through a mailed check.

The IRS announced the special step after reviewing internal data, which showed many eligible taxpayers who filed a return but did not claim the credit. The Recovery Rebate Credit is a refundable credit for individuals who did not receive one or more Economic Impact Payments (EIP), also known as stimulus payments.

No action is needed for eligible taxpayers to receive these payments, which will go out automatically in December and should arrive in most cases by late January 2025. The payments will be automatically directly deposited or sent by paper check; eligible

taxpayers will also receive a separate letter notifying them of the payment.

“The IRS continues to work hard to make improvements and help taxpayers,” said IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel. “These payments are an example of our commitment to go the extra mile for taxpayers. Looking at our internal data, we realized that one million taxpayers overlooked claiming this complex credit when they were actually eligible. To minimize headaches and get this money to eligible taxpayers, we’re making these payments automatic, meaning these people will not be required to go through the extensive process of filing an amended return to receive it.”

The payments vary depending on several factors, but the maximum is $1,400 per individual. The estimated total amount of payments will be about $2.4 billion.

The IRS also reminded taxpayers who haven’t filed 2021 tax returns they might be eligible as well, but they face an April 15, 2025, deadline to file their returns to claim the credit and any other refund they might be owed. Most taxpayers eligible for EIPs have already received their EIP or Recovery Rebate Credit.

These new payments for the 2021 Recovery Rebate

Credit are only going to taxpayers for whom IRS data demonstrates that they qualify for the credit. Qualified taxpayers are those who filed a 2021 tax return but whose data field for the Recovery Rebate Credit was left blank or filled out as $0 when the taxpayer was actually eligible for the credit.

Taxpayers who qualify but did not claim any portion of the credit on their 2021 tax return should receive these payments by late January 2025.

The payment will be sent to the bank account listed on the taxpayer’s 2023 tax return or to the address of record.

An IRS letter will be sent to the taxpayer receiving these 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit payments. If the taxpayer closed their bank account since filing their 2023 tax return, taxpayers do not need to take any action. The bank will return the payment to the IRS and the refund will be reissued to the address of record.

For questions regarding eligibility and how the payment was calculated, see 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit Questions and Answers at https:// www.irs.gov/newsroom/2021recovery-rebate-credit-questions-and-answers.

The IRS reminds taxpayers who have not yet filed their 2021 tax returns that they may be eligible for a refund if

they file and claim the Recovery Rebate Credit by the April 15, 2025, deadline.

Eligible taxpayers who did not file must file a tax return to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit, even if their income from a job, business or other source was minimal or nonexistent.

Any Recovery Rebate Credit received does not count as income when determining eligibility for federal benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

As the 2025 tax filing season approaches, the IRS is committed to helping taxpayers understand and claim the credits and deductions for which they are eligible, including Coronavirus tax relief. Many taxpayers are unaware of tax credits and deductions for which they are eligible or face other barriers keeping them from claiming them.

The IRS will remind taxpayers about these credits, including the Earned Income Tax Credit, during the 2025 filing season.

If you have been fishing long enough, you have got a story to tell about a motor breakdown and how you had to paddle all the way back to the dock. I can remember two of these episodes and the order of events is always the same. You’re several miles from the dock and the big motor dies. You use the trolling motor until the batteries run dry and then you skull with a paddle the last mile from the front of the boat. If you were catching fish, there would be three other boats in the hollow that you’re in. But when you really need help there is not another one within a hundred miles. And then there is the wind. Why is it that you always have a head wind when you’re in these situations? I guess it’s just part of the trial. I’ve also noticed this dilemma has no respect for the brand of boat you own. Whether it’s a Ranger, a Nitro, a Basstracker, or a Jon boat, there is going to come a time where the most important piece of equipment you have will be a paddle. I’m reminded of a story in the Bible. The men in this boat had no Mercury or Evinrude or Johnson. They knew nothing about horsepower, only manpower. The Bible says Jesus was on the bank and saw they were in serious trouble, rowing hard and struggling against the wind. Later that night He walked out on the water and saved them. The lesson for them is also the lesson for us. Some of you are rowing hard and struggling against the wind. That wind may be one that is coming from disaster, disappointment, discouragement, depression, or a host of other things. It may be blowing against your family or your finances. But it’s real and it’s serious. Let me encourage you by telling you the Lord sees, and he cares. There is no obstacle that can keep him from getting to you. He may not come when you think he ought to, or he may allow you to go through more than you think you can stand. But remember, he always has one hand on the thermostat and the other on the timer. And just when you think you can‘t paddle any longer, He will come walking on the water, just in time, to throw you a rope and a give you a tow.

Gary Miller has written Outdoor Truths articles for 21 years. He has also written five books which include compilations of his articles and a father/son devotional. He also speaks at wild-game dinners and men’s events for churches and associations. Stay updated on Outdoor Truths each week by subscribing at Outdoortruths.org

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Short said expediting disaster response comes at a crucial time as scientists predict that climate change is expected to continue delivering storms that are more severe and more frequent.

Aviation officials hope to build upon what the agency was able to accomplish during Helene, when the division and its partners with the N.C. Department of Public Safety, the National Guard and the Civil Air Patrol were able to use drones, helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft to gather thousands of images of damage in places too difficult to reach by land.

Those images were vital to help responders better understand what they needed to do to help people during the recovery effort in Western North Carolina.

The Division of Aviation will use the grant money to pilot

the ‘drone in a box’ response system in Lumberton. Like many mountain communities, the Robeson County town is no stranger to natural disasters, as evidenced by what happened during Hurricane Florence in 2018.

Nearly half of Lumberton was flooded, causing damage to many homes. Across Robeson County, dozens of roads were flooded, and several of them had sections or culverts washed out. Two years earlier, Hurricane Matthew caused similar flooding to Lumberton and along Interstate 95 over the Lumber River.

“These storms tend to impact people in historically disadvantaged communities where roads and other infrastructure become inundated faster and for longer periods of time than many other communities,” Short said. “That was true in Lumberton during Hurricane Florence and is one of the main reasons we’re piloting this program there.”

The Division of Aviation will work closely with Lumberton and the surrounding communities because public feedback will be important as the agency studies the issue and develops a better response program, Short said.

“This grant covers all the studies we’ll have to do, from researching the environment at these locations as well as all the community involvement we’ll be doing and feedback we’ll be seeking,” he said.

While this program will be conducted in Lumberton, state aviation officials expect to evaluate the technology for disaster response deployment at other locations in North Carolina.

For more information on the federal grant program, please visit the USDOT’s website at https://www.transportation. gov/briefing-room/investingamerica-biden-harrisadministration-announces130-million-funding-scale.

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Are you a Veteran who served at least two periods of service? In other words, did you reenlist? If so, there’s a chance that you’re eligible for additional G.I. Bill benefits. Today, VA announced that it has updated its process for awarding G.I. Bill benefits. This means that many Veterans who served multiple periods of military service (for example, Veterans who reenlisted) may be eligible for additional benefits for themselves or their beneficiaries.

Specifically, under the previous policy, eligible Veterans who served at least two periods of service were forced to choose between the Montgomery GI Bill and

the Post-9/11 GI Bill for a maximum of 36 months of G.I. Bill benefits. Under the updated policy, Veterans will no longer have to make that choice when they apply for benefits, meaning that they can qualify for up to 48 months of G.I. Bill benefits.

Many Veterans are also now eligible for additional, retroactive benefits.

Specifically, Veterans who served at least two periods of service—one that qualified them for the Montgomery G.I. Bill and a second that qualified them for the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill—may be eligible to receive up to 12 months of additional G.I. Bill benefits (bringing them to a total of 48 months). These Veterans may be eligible to receive 12 months of additional, retroactive G.I.

Bill benefits (bringing them to a total of 48 months).

Veterans who served at least two periods of service—one that qualifies for the Montgomery G.I. Bill and a second that qualifies for the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill—may be able to receive additional GI Bill® benefits.

Of the 1.04 million Veterans who may potentially be eligible for additional benefits, VA will be able to automatically adjudicate the claims for approximately 660,000 without any further action required on their part. For all remaining Veterans, VA will be reaching out to them directly to encourage them to file a claim.

To learn more about this change, including how to apply, visit https://benefits. va.gov/GIBILL/rudisill.asp.

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Seven ways to celebrate MLK Day

The first month of the year is special for a number of reasons, including the opportunity for a fresh start, as millions of people make New Year’s resolutions in an effort to turn the page on the previous year.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is nestled in the middle of January and is another day of contemplation and celebration. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an American Baptist minister, activist, Nobel Peace Prize winner, and one of the most prominent leaders of the civil rights movement. His leadership was fundamental throughout the mid-1950s until his assassination in 1968. King promoted nonviolent tactics that included the March on Washington in 1963.

The third Monday of January is widely celebrated as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (or MLK Day), and is a federal holiday to honor the life and legacy of this great man. The day presents an opportunity to celebrate and honor Dr. King in notable ways.

Here are some of the many ways to celebrate Dr. King and serve in his name.

• Give what you can. Donate money or goods to a nearby charitable organization. This can include donating to a food pantry or dropping off clothing at a homeless shelter.

• Donate time. Dr. King’s legacy is a testament to cooperation. When people work together and support one another, the world becomes a better place for future generations. Volunteering time at a local nonprofit organization is a start.

• Watch the “I Have a Dream” speech. Dr. King was a skilled orator, and this speech is about 17 minutes long. Many people know of this speech but may not have listened to it in its entirety, nor have fully absorbed its message. MLK Day is an ideal time to listen to the speech from start to finish.

• Promote equality initiatives. Racism, segregation and inequality remain a problem even today. Use MLK Day as a catalyst for change aimed at promoting equality among all people.

• Spearhead mixers and other friendly socials. Dr. King espoused a message of kindness and respect for others. By bringing people together from different backgrounds, individuals can learn that they likely have more in common than they realize. Host special social gatherings that can take place on or around MLK Day.

• Plant a tree or another enduring symbol. A Greek proverb says, “A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they know they shall never sit.” It means that planting trees represents actions that will benefit future generations, even if the person planting them will not live long enough to reap the benefits. Dr. King facilitated greater racial harmony and peace even though he was not able to enjoy it more fully. Planting a tree in his name will benefit future generations.

• Learn more about Dr. King. Visit a cultural center that is offering a special MLK Day exhibit; otherwise, read biographies or watch a movie about Dr. King’s life and work.

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a celebration of a man who did great things that continue to benefit generations of people.

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The Way of the Cross Free Will Baptist Church

Monday, January 20, 2025

What: Community Blood Drive

When: Noon until 6 pm, January 20.

Where: Family Worship Center, 1818 Shelby Rd., Kings Mountain, NC.

More Info: The KM Ministerial Association and Family Worship Center, COG will sponsor a blood drive. Donors are encouraged to register at oneblood.org/donate-now with sponsor code 68025.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Walls Memorial Baptist Church Food Bank: TEFAP (Commodities) distribution is open to any neighboring county within North Carolina that does not receive TEFAP. Distribution will be held the third Tuesday of each month from 11:30 am until 1:30 pm, at Walls Memorial Baptist Church, 2223 Elizabeth Avenue, Shelby, NC 28150. JANUARY 21, 2025. All are welcome. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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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.

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Jackie Mullinax Queen, 75, of Grover, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

A native of Spartanburg County, she was the daughter of the Rev. Robert and Mildred Bagwell Mullinax.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Angie Wickie; a grandson; and brothers, Steve and Bobby Mullinax.

She is survived by her husband, Ronald Queen; son, Kenneth “Butchie” Bailey Jr. and wife Lisa of Blacksburg; sister, Kathy Mullinax Williams and husband David of York, SC; brother, Eddie Mullinax and wife Jenny of Blacksburg; three grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. Funeral services were held January 6, 2025, at New Buffalo Baptist Church, with the Rev. Adam Green officiating. Burial followed in Grover Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to VIA Hospice, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.

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

ANDY RADFORD

Andy Radford, 35, of Shelby, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024.

A native of Cleveland County, he is the son of the Todd Radford and fiancée Crystal Parker of Mooresboro and Lea Ann Galloway and Husband Kevin of Polkville.

He was preceded in death by his partner, Zachary Hood. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sisters, Chasity Wynnberry Johnson and husband Dustin of Lake Mary, FL and Marissa Galloway of Henrietta; and brother, Dillion Galloway and wife Marie of Shelby.

A memorial service was held December 27, 2024 at Clay-Barnette Funeral Home Chapel.

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

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4

JARA A. McDOWELL

Mr. Jara A. McDowell, 50, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Sunday, December 30, 2024.

Born in Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Leonard Whisnant and the late Louise Dawkins McDowell.

Funeral services were held January 9, 2025, at Shiloh Baptist Church. Burial took place at Sunset Cemetery.

Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.

late Carl Robert and Mabel Ramseur Elliott. She was a native and lifetime resident of Blacksburg, SC.

Saturday, January 4, 2025. Born November 2, 1950, in Cleveland County, he was a son of the late Haywood Parker and Zora Luckadoo Parker.

Mr. Parker served our country in the US Army and also served during the Vietnam War.

Jack Edward Moss, 91, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 1, 2025.

Born September 8, 1933, in Kings Mountain, NC, he was the son of the late Theodore and Pearl Moss. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Ruby Alexander, brother, Theodore "Sonny" Moss, son-in-law, Pastor Joe Riley, and siblings-inlaw Larry Pearson, Evelyn and Harold Black.

She is survived by her son, Ned (Jan) Riddle of Iva; her four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Joan E. Creech of Mt. Pleasant. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Harriet R. Wilkins, two brothers, John Malcolm Easterby and Jack R. Elliott; and two sisters, Jean E. Koon and Margaret E. Troublefield.

Funeral services were held January 8, 2025, in the Gordon Mortuary Chapel, Blacksburg, with Rev. Mark Donald officiating. Interment was in Mountain View Cemetery.

Helen Alberta Childers

Blanton McAbee "Snooky", 95, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 1, 2025.

She was born July 8, 1929 in Cherokee County, SC, daughter of the late Albert and Helen Skinner Childers.

She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Ranny Blanton and her second husband, Don McAbee; her son, Thomas "Tom" Blanton and siblings, Jimmy Childers, Ann Moss, and Billy Childers.

She is survived by her children: William "Billy" Blanton, of Cocoa Beach, FL, Penny Self (Leonard), of Hendersonville, NC, and Patricia Hartley (Gene), of Hickory, NC; six grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; a great-great grandchild; and sister, Mary Hambright.

Funerals service was held January 7, 2025, at Temple Baptist Church with Reverend Scott Carpenter officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at act.alz.org

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

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In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by sisters Gertrude Sailors, Christine Seagle, Elsie Willis, Beth McNeilly, Jeanette Hoyle, and two infant sisters; a grandson, and two great grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara; children, Dwain Parker, Tammy Parker (Mike), Mary Moore and David Smith (Megan); brothers, Delbert Parker and Claman Parker; sister, Margaret Willis; eight grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.

A funeral service was held January 8, 2025, at St. Paul Baptist Church, Casar, NC, with the Rev. Keith Fulbright and Mr. Claman Parker officiating. Burial follow in the church cemetery with military graveside rites.

Memorials may be made to St. Paul Baptist Church, 337 Hull Road, Casar, NC 28020.

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

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

The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe. Psalm 18:10

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

He is survived by his wife, Eloise Pearson Moss, of the home; children: Jackie Riley of Brunswick, GA, Warren Moss of Gastonia, NC and Ann Johnson and husband Scott of Kings Mountain, NC; three grandchildren; brothers-in-law: Eddie and Reece Black; sister-in-law: Shirley Pearson; and five great-grandchildren.

Funeral service was held January 6, 2025, at Eastside Baptist Church of Kings Mountain with Rev. Ron Caulder officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.

Memorials may be made to Eastside Baptist Church at 308 York Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

HELEN ELLIOTT RIDDLE

Helen Elliott Riddle, 100, formerly of Blacksburg, passed away on Sunday, January 5th, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward S. "Ned" Riddle.

Born March 26, 1924, she was the daughter of the

Memorials may be made to Blacksburg ARP Church, 108 South Chester Street, Blacksburg, SC 29702.

of Shelby, NC passed away on Sunday, December 30, 2024.

Born in Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Leonard Whisnant and the late Louise Dawkins McDowell.

Funeral services were held January 9, 2025, at Shiloh Baptist Church. Burial took place at Sunset Cemetery.

When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come. John 16:13

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on Sunday, December 29, 2024.

A Celebration of Life was held January 3, 2025 at Beaver Dam Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy Runyon officiating.

Alton Berry McSwain was born January 21, 1932 in Cleveland County, NC to Berry McSwain and Eula Jane Brooks McSwain.

Mr. McSwain served our country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Goldie Ann Whitener McSwain and three siblings. Survivors include a son, Scott McSwain (Jackie) of Shelby and daughter Julie McSwain Strom (Mark) of Milledgeville, GA; sister, Dianne McSwain Ware (David) of Shelby; six grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to Beaver Dam Baptist Church.

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

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

BILL HORN

Bill Horn, 101, passed away on December 30, 2024. He was the son of Madeline and Thurman Horn and was born at home in Cleveland County.

Mr. Horn served our country in the U.S. Army. He is surived by his wife, Elaine; two

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daughters, Chris and Cathryn (Mitchell); five grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to: First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette Street, Shelby, NC 28150 or Zion Baptist Church, 535 W. Zion Church Road, Shelby, NC 28150

A Graveside Service was be held at Zion Baptist Church January 3, 2025.

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

85, of Shelby, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

Born in Cleveland County on June 26, 1939, he was the son of the late Lennie Hazel Brittain and Sallie Ramsey Brittain.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his children, Bert Brittain and Lora Brittain Lawrence, as well as his siblings, Ted Brittain, Jackie Hamrick, Kay Lail, and Jimmy Brittain.

George is survived by his wife, Mary Ruth Powell Brittain; his son, Bradley Brittain and wife Sandra of Lawndale; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

A memorial service was held January 9, 2025, at Lafayette Street Church in Shelby, NC. Burial took place privately at Cleveland Memorial Park.

Memorial donations may be made in George's memory to an organization of the donor's choice.

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

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

Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come. John 16:13

Mr. DiSabato served our country in the US Air Force.

He is survived by his son, David DiSabato and wife Leslie, Denver, NC; daughter, Laura Dawn Wyte and husband Scott, Wilmington, NC; and two grandsons.

The family will hold a private burial at Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery.

PEARSON

Marion Alexander "Junior" Pearson, 88, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025.

He was born in Cleveland County on March 2, 1936, to the late Marion and Carrie Pearson.

In addition to his parents, Junior was preceded in death by his wife, Rebecca Hamrick Pearson; an infant son, Jason Wade Pearson; and sisters, Lucille Blanton and Louise Moore.

He is survived by his four sons: David and wife Christina, Keith and wife Tina, Barry and wife Suzie, and Mark and wife Donna; his brothers, Alex and Troy Pearson; twelve grandchildren and twenty-six greatgrandchildren.

A funeral service was held January 15, 2025 at Morris Memorial Baptist Church, Casar, NC, with the Dr. Chris Emory and Rev. Lloyd Swafford officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery.

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

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation CenterFallston is serving the family.

Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Baptist Church Building Fund at 1017 Bethlehem Road Kings Mountain NC 28086

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

Phillip Ray Benfield, Jr., 59, of Shelby, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

Born in Warren, OH, on June 12, 1965, he was the son of Lucy Boyles Dempsey and the late Phillip Ray Benfield, Sr. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his sister, Tammy Wilkes, as well as his grandparents.

90, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 5, 2025.

He was born December 13, 1934 in Allegheny County, PA, son of the late Nicolas and Edith D'Angelo DiSabato and was preceded in death by his wife, Grace Yarbro DiSabato and his siblings, Jerome and William DiSabato and Constance Fox.

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

Phillip is survived by his mother, Lucy Dempsey, and her husband, James, of Cortland, OH.

A funeral service was held January 7, 2025, in the Chapel of Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory, officiated by Pastor Skip Allen. A graveside service followed at the Benfield Family Cemetery in Newland, NC.

Memorials may be made to Hope Community Church, 1114 S. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC 28152.

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

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

Sunday, January 5, 2025. Randy was born on Sunday, May 6, 1956, in Cleveland County, to the late William Arrowood Sr., and Joyce Sailors Arrowood.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Brandy Jo Arrowood; and brother,

William “Bill” Arrowood Jr.

He is survived by his wife, Janet McCraw Arrowood; daughters, Karen Carpenter (Spencer), of Mooresboro, and Amy Greene (Claude), of Gilkey; sister, Bertha Davis (Larry), of Cliffside; brother, Dylan Arrowood, of Cliffside; six grandchildren; and nineteen great-grandchildren.

The funeral service was held January 8, 2025, at Harriett Memorial Freewill Baptist Church with Reverend Colby Davis officiating. Burial was private in the Goode’s Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

Memorials may made to the Hospice of Cleveland County at 212 South Washington Street, Shelby, N.C. 28150.

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

Floyd Eugene Lovelace, 66, of Shelby, passed away on January 5, 2025.

He was born July 7, 1958, in Cherokee County, SC, to the late Floyd and Dollie Campbell Lovelace.

In addition to his parents, Floyd was preceded in death by his wife, Libby Fitch Lovelace; and brothers, Ronnie Lovelace and Alvin Christopher Lovelace.

Floyd is survived by his sister, Wanda Price and husband Gordon; and sister-inlaw, Joyce Lovelace.

A Celebration of Life service was held January 9, 2025, at the West Chapel of Greene Funeral Service, Gastonia, NC.

Memorials may be made to David Baptist Church, 2300 David Baptist Church Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Online condolences may be made at www.greenefuneral.com

Mrs. Helen Russell Kee (Teat), 61, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024.

She was born on August 8, 1963, in Cleveland County, NC to the late James J’Neal Russell and Bettie Odoms Russell.

In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her sisters, Velma Lee Bailey Russell, Jean Ann Russell Bell; and a brother, Willie James Russell.

She is survived by her husband, James Kee of

Lawndale, NC; twin daughters, Whitney Russell (Quentin) and Britney Russell (Gerod) both of Shelby, NC; five grandchildren; sisters: Betty Jean Brooks, Mary Mason, and Linda Russell, all of Shelby, NC; Lizzie Russell of Lawndale, NC; brothers: Richard Russell and Wilbur (Bill) Russell, both of Shelby, NC; sisters-in-law, Peggy Kee Spencer, Jacqueline Kee Wingate, Starletta Kee Hairston, and Mary Kee; brother-in-law Hercules Kee; and stepchildren and step grandchildren.

MARGARET BRINTLEY

Mrs. Margaret Brintley Vinson, 71, passed away on December 22, 2024.

She was born on August 2, 1953, to the late Dolphus Sr. and Lillie Alberta Corry Brintley.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, eight brothers and ten sisters.

She is survived by her husband, Glen D. Vinson, Sr.; children, Kimberly N. Vinson and Glen D. Vinson; siblings, Elizabeth Millage, Ruth Goodman, Rev. Rose Corry, and Sue (Robert) Miller; sisters-in-law, Jackie and Marie Brintley; brothers-in-law, Eddie Chambers and Paul Feaster, Sr.; and three grandchildren.

Services were held on January 4, 2025 at Palmer Grove Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery.

Jerry was born on September 23, 1970 in Cleveland County, and was a son of Zenie Ellen Hudson Smith of Lawndale and the late Melvin Millard Smith.

In addition to his mother he is survived by his sons Tony Smith of Hickory and Brady Smith of Casar, NC; sister, Diane Smith Dale and husband Walter of Casar; and two granddaughters.

A graveside service was held on January 8, 2025, at Zoar Baptist Church, Casar with the Rev. Danny Ledford. Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

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

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Mr. Robert Louis Robinson, Sr., 85, of Shelby, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024.

He was born on June 1, 1939 in Lincolnton, NC to the late Elam Robinson, Jr. and the late Mamie Forney Robinson.

Mr. Robinson served our country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Robinson; sons, Robert Robinson, Jr., Jonathan Maurice Robinson and Henry Antonio Robinson; a grandson; and siblings.

He is survived by his children: Cynthia Ruff (Randy), Rosanna Dorsey, Rodney Robinson (Tabitha) and Anita Robinson-Toms (Olan) all of Shelby and Johnny Ingram (Daphne) of Lincolnton, NC; a sister, Olivia Caldwell of Statesville, NC; twenty-seven grandchildren; forty greatgrandchildren; and twelve great-great grandchildren.

Mountain passed away on January 6, 2025.

A native of Kings Mountain, she was born July 18, 1940 to the late Coman Franklin Falls and Lucille Cansler Falls.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Kenneth Davis.

Survivors include son, Kenneth "Kenny" Franklin Davis and wife Amy; two grandsons; and brother, Coman "Turk" Falls, Jr. of Sugar Mountain, NC.

A Graveside service was held January 8, 2025, at Mountain Rest Cemetery with Reverend Eric Sellers officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.

Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 1188 Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or to VIA Health Partners Founded as Hospice of Cleveland County at 951 Wendover Heights Dr., Shelby, NC 28150. Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

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CINDY RUPPE BLANTON

Cindy Ruppe Blanton, 45, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025. She is survived by her husband, Curtis Blanton, their son, Pete Blanton of Shelby, NC, and a brother Robbie Ruppe (Angie) of Shelby, NC.

Born March 28, 1979, in Cleveland County, NC, Cindy was the daughter of the late Ronnie Ruppe and Ellen Morehead.

A funeral service was held January 8, 2025, at Sulphur Springs Methodist Church, Shelby, NC conducted by Rev. Kathy Houser and Rev. Buddy Morehead. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.

To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.

Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.

LINDA VARNER INGLE

Linda Varner Ingle, 82, of Crouse, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

Linda was born on October 11, 1942 to the late Huston C. Varner and Eva Lee Long Varner.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Hugh Ingle and sister, Annie Lee Martin.

Linda is survived by four sons, Mike Ingle and wife Kim, of Vale, Mark Ingle and wife Bunny, of Lincolnton, Kevin Ingle and wife Michelle, of Vale, and Jason Ingle and wife Candi, of Lincolnton; ten grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

A funeral service was held January 9, 2025 at Gainsville Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Holland officiating. Burial followed at in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Gainsville Baptist Church, 270 Gainsville Church Road, Lincolnton, NC 28092.

A guest register is available at www.stameycherryvillefuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Cherryville Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family.

75, of Shelby, NC, passed away on January 3, 2025.

She is survived by her husband, William Barry Campbell of the home, her children, Darin Campbell (Heather) of Gastonia, NC, Todd Campbell (Joy) of North Franklin, CT, and Crystal Murray (Richard) of DeFuniak, FL, eleven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, three sisters, Evie Mae Vaughn of Shelby, NC, Brenda Hull of Shelby, NC, and Judy Hubbard of Shelby, NC.

Born November 26, 1949, in Cleveland County, NC, Deana was the daughter of the late Wilburn Frank Willis and Maude Oaks Willis and was preceded in death by a sister, Virginia Towery, and a brother, John Willis.

A funeral service was held January 8, 2025, at Lattimore Baptist Church conducted by Rev. Chris Roberts and Rev. Buddy Morehead. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.

To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.

Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.

be made at www.cecilmburtonfunerhome.com

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

JANICE SMITH HAYNES

Janice Smith Haynes, 69, of Mooresboro, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Janice was born on Friday, June 24, 1955 in Rutherford County, to the late Howard Ray Smith and Carolyn Owens Smith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Stephen Haynes; daughter, Stephanie Haynes; and her brother, David Smith.

She is survived by her son, Jason Haynes, of Cliffside; two grandchildren; and her sister, Patricia Hill, of Henrietta.

A gathering of family and friends was January 13, 2025, at the Harrelson Funeral Home.

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

SHARP

Norma Jean Webster Sharp, 87, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025. She was predeceased by her parents Alfred W. and Mozelle Moore Webster and a brother Woody Webster. Survivors include her husband Douglas, son Don and wife Pam; daughter Deborah; three grandchildren; a great granddaughter; sisters Becky Shelley (Grady) and Charlene Martin (Mike), and brother Ronnie Webster.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Shelby, NC or Friends of the Library.

A funeral service was held January 9, 2025 at First Baptist Church in Shelby. A graveside service was held January 10, 2025 at Comers Chapel in Madison, NC.

Online condolences may

STEVE PREVATTE

Steve Prevatte, 55, of Spindale, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.

Steve was born Saturday, October 4, 1969 in Greensboro, NC.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie Prevatte and Edna Johnson Prevatte and a grandson, Michael Ryan, Jr.

Survivors include his wife, Kim Prevatte; daughters, Samantha Jones (David) of Lawndale and Amber Ray (Mikey) of Asheville; son, Thomas Prevatte of Spindale; and eight grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held on a later date.

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

Mary Suzanne Crabtree Garner, 66, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024.

She was born to the late Erwin George Crabtree and Mary Causey Crabtree in Elmore County, ID.

Clark); and sister, Pam Davis Fish (Woody Fish).

A Celebration of Life Dropin was held December 30, 2024.

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

BARBARA ANN CARROLL

Barbara Ann Carroll, 68, passed away on Monday. December 30, 2024.

She was born in Cleveland County to the late Alfred Williams and Iva Williamson Williams. She is also predeceased by her spouse, Wallace Preston Carroll; and a brother, John Williams.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Jason Starnes (Emily); sister, Judy Floyd (Bobby); step-daughters, Tina Gantt (Jerry) and Pam Benson (Mike); and stepson, Wallace Carroll, Jr. Celebration of Life Services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 18, 2024 at Victory Life Assembly of God, 1655 Shelby Hwy Cherryville, NC 28021 with Pastor Mike Whisnant officiating.

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

Marjorie Ann Carpenter Alexander, 97, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on January 7, 2025.

Born December 20, 1927 in Gaston County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Z.S. "Bub" Carpenter and Laura Elizabeth Harmon Carpenter and was preceded in death by her husband, James Julius Alexander, and siblings, Troy Carpenter, Lathan Carpenter, Beth Carpenter Terres, Earlene Carpenter Mosteller, and Shirley Carpenter Payseur. She is survived by her daughters: Libby Alexander Putnam (Roger) and Janet Alexander Edwards (Terry), both of Kings Mountain, NC; six grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.

Memorial service was held January 10, 2025 at Central Methodist Church of Kings Mountain with Rev. Perry Hines officiating. Burial followed at Mountain Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain.

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

Left to cherish her memory are her husband, William H. Garner, Jr.; daughter, Hannah Garner; a son; a granddaughter; and four brothers.

Private Family Services will be held at a later date.

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

Margaret Treva Jones Bridges, 83, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024. She was born to the late Rev. Lee Roy Jones and Della Mae Jones in Cleveland County. She is also predeceased by her first spouse, Charles Smart; second spouse, Earl Bridges; and brother, Nathan Jones.

December 25, 2024.

He was born in Cleveland County to the late Max Wilson Davis and Rachel Elizabeth Davis.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Mary Elizabeth Davis; daughter, Virginia Frances Davis; son, Max Wilson Davis; sister, Sherrie Davis Clark (Terry

Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Rick Smart (Donna) and Randy Smart; brothers, Toy Jones and Mike Jones; sisters, Linda Jones Head (Norris); three grandchildren and granddaughters eleven great-grandchildren. Funeral Services were held December 14, 2024 at Community Baptist Church, Shelby, NC with Pastor Scott Caldwell officiating. Internment was at Community Baptist Church.

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

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OBITUARIES I N R EMEM BRANCE

CHARITY HOPE SMITH

PATSY SIMMONS

BLANTON

Patsy Simmons Blanton, 80, of Shelby, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. She was a lifelong resident of Cleveland County and was well known and loved by all in the community she loved. She was the daughter of the late Leonard and Wilma Simmons. Patsy will be remembered for her love of family, cooking and visiting her lake house. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Kenneth Blanton; daughter, Wendy Panther (Terry); two brothers, Mack and Roger Simmons; sister Geraldine Simmons; and grandson Trent Bowling.

Patsy is survived by her caring son, Dale Blanton; great-granddaughter, Hunter Bowling Frey; and several nieces and nephews.

As we respect Patsy and her wishes there will be no services.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to VIA Health Partners formally Hospice of Cleveland County; PO Box 470408 Charlotte, NC 28247 Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family of Patsy Simmons Blanton.

Charity Hope Smith, 44, of Grover, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025. Born in Germany, she was the daughter of Sybil Bailey Sexton (Van) and Charles Robert Smith.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by a son, Gavin Zdunski, and a brother, Roy Burnett.

A Celebration of Life was held January 10, 2025, at Gordon Mortuary, Blacksburg.

Life Assembly of God 1655

Shelby Hwy Cherryville, NC 28021 with Pastor Mike Whisnant officiating. Military Honors provided.

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

He was born in Chester County, South Carolina to the late Lawrence Carroll and Agnes Taylor Carroll. He is also predeceased by his first wife, Helen Outlaw; second wife, Barbara Ann Carroll; and brother, W.M. Carroll.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Tina Gantt (Jerry) and Pam Benson (Mike); son, Wallace Carroll, Jr.; stepson, Jason Starnes (Emily); seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and sister, Sheila Morrow Ross (Archie).

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

Celebration of Life Services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 18, 2024 at Victory

60, of Lattimore, NC passed away on Wednesday January 8, 2025.

She is survived by her husband, Arthur Stewart "Butch" DeVoe; brother, Carmen Jacene; and sisters-in-law: Beth DeVoe Williams of Hudson, FL and Dianne VanHerwynen of Port Richey, FL.

Joanne was born in Paterson, NJ on September 30, 1964 to Carmen and Patricia Jacene who preceded her in death as well as an infant brother, Michael Frank.

Joanne requested that there be no funeral services.

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

For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

Hebrews 4:12

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month

On January 7, Governor Josh Stein proclaimed January Human Trafficking Awareness Month and January 11 as Human Trafficking Awareness Day to bring attention to this crime and highlight ways North Carolinians can identify and help victims. From January 6 through 8, nine state government buildings in downtown Raleigh were illuminated with blue lights to raise awareness for survivors and victims of human trafficking.

The North Carolina Department of Administration’s Council for Women and Youth Involvement designated January 8 as an honorary #WearBlueDay for state employees who want to show support ahead of the national #WearBlueDay campaign on Saturday, January 11.

“Even one victim of human trafficking is one too many,” said Governor Josh Stein. "I am grateful that our state is taking real measures to combat this issue and raise awareness. We must stay vigilant and do everything we can to end this horrific crime."

“Human trafficking is a heinous crime that deprives victims of their freedom and dignity,” said Department of Administration Secretary Gabriel J. Esparza. “Addressing this issue will take all of us, and can be achieved through partnership, continued funding, prevention, and prosecution.”

Human trafficking is a crime that involves using force or coercion to recruit, harbor, transport, provide, buy, or sell human beings for labor and/or services. It is a crime that impacts people regardless of race, religion, gender, age, citizenship or socioeconomic status. However, it disproportionately impacts vulnerable populations, including immigrants, refugees, Black and Indigenous people, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals living in poverty or ex-

periencing abuse or violence. State-funded victim service agencies in North Carolina reported serving 767 human trafficking survivors during fiscal year 2023-2024.

Newly enacted legislation will continue expanding resources for victims and training for providers in communities across the state. With the recent passing of House Bill 971, human trafficking awareness training is now required for employees and contractors of lodging establishments and vacation rentals. This year, the Council for Women and Youth Involvement will improve and expand training, technical assistance, and resources to help combat human trafficking statewide.

To find more information and resources about combatting human trafficking and to view a map of buildings participating in the blue light campaign, visit the Department of Administration website. If you believe someone may be a victim of human trafficking, report your suspicions to the 24-hour National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-3737888 or text “BEFREE” to 233733. Contact local law enforcement only if someone is in immediate danger.

It’s time to talk about the 2025 Cleveland County Senior Games!

It’s that time again!

Find out about the changes with the 2025 Senior Games by coming to one of our “kick-off’ events!

NEAL SENIOR CENTER

Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 2 pm

The Patrick Center

Friday, January 31, 2025, at 10 am

Please RSVP by contacting Daniel Dedmon, Neal Center Program Director, at 704/481-7387 no later than Friday, January 24, 2025, at Noon

Let’s

try something fun

Let’s see about adding

CORN HOLE TO THE REGULAR SCHEDULE!

Come to the Neal Center every Monday and Wednesday in January to participate in this fun activity!

This will be a series of test games to determine whether it is popular enough to offer regularly. Monday group will meet from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., and the Wednesday group will meet from 12:30 p.m. until 1:45 p.m. Have questions?

it’s too cold to be outdoors, be

There is plenty of space available if you play

ROOK, BRIDGE OR CANASTA

All groups need players, so if you’re age 50+ and like playing any of these games, then there’s a place for you!

Come to the Neal Senior Center, at 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby for the “Party Bridge” games. Mondays, 9 AM – 12 Noon, and Thursdays, 1 PM – 3 PM

The “Rook” game is played on Wednesdays from 11 AM – 3 PM

The schedule for “Canasta” is being restructured, so if you’re interested in participating, please call 704/481-7387 for further information. For questions, contact Daniel Dedmon, Neal Senior Center Program Director, at 704/481-7387

Scamming is becoming a critical problem…. especially for Medicare recipients!

(RESCHEDULED FROM AN EARLIER DATE)

Diane Trainor, Program Coordinator with SHIIP, will have information on how to avoid getting involved in a Medicare scam and a victim of fraud.

The presentation will be on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 10 AM and will last about an hour.

To reserve a seat, please call the Neal Center at 704/482-3488 by Monday, January 20, 2025, at 3 PM.

Contact Daniel Dedmon, Neal Center Program Director at 704/481-7387

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. Call 704/481-7398 and the information will be updated as conditions change.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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Our Mission: Moms In Prayer International impacts children and schools worldwide for Christ by gathering mothers to pray.

Bynum Chapel FLC holds Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast

Bynum Chapel Family Life Center will hold a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast on Monday, January 20 at 8 AM at their church located at 310 Ellis St., Kings Mountain. Rev. Eleanor B. Wilson, Pastor. Speaker will be Rev. John Houze, Senior Pastor of Peoples Baptist Church, Kings Mountain. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12 years of age.

CLUES ACROSS

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5. People of northern Vietnam

8. Employee stock ownership plan

12. Regions

14. The center of a city

15. Hindu serpentine deity

16. Roared

18. Sun up in New York

19. “Sir” in Malaysian

20. Shrimp dish

21. Muckraker Tarbell

22. Apex

23. Harmonic effects

26. One of Babe Ruth’s nicknames

30. Groups in organic chemistry

31. More pleasant-tasting

32. Spring forward

33. Noted writer

34. Building occupied by monks

39. “The world’s most famous arena”

42. Colorless liquid hydrocarbon

44. Long or fast speech

46. Things you can eat

47. Substance in which magnetic moments are not aligned

49. Actor Idris

50. I (German)

51. Taxes

56. Indonesian island

57. Nuisance (slang)

58. Shawl

59. Digits

60. Moved on foot quickly

61. “For goodness __”

62. Facial body part

63. Russian river

64. Urinates

CLUES DOWN

1. Partner to “oohs”

2. Scaly water dweller

3. Pueblo people of New Mexico

4. Music producer Teo

5. Greek mythological goddess

6. Got together to discuss

7. Acquires

8. Involve

9. Some are tomato-based

10. Old Irish alphabets

11. A sheet of glass in a window or door

13. Blood poisoning

17. A moon of Saturn

24. Neither

25. Sums

26. They follow “A”

27. Satisfaction

28. People of southeastern Burma

29. Small amount

35. Guy (slang)

36. Sound unit

37. Midway between northeast and east

38. Af rmative

40. Almost at the top

41. Extremely slow

42. Pearl Jam’s debut album

43. In uential mid-century playwright

44. Martens

45. Approval

47. Dallas-adjacent Texas city

48. African nation

49. Dark brown or black

52. A place to get caught

53. Large-headed, elongated sh

54. Type of sword

55. Scottish tax or levy

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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

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

STEEL BUILDINGS. “Large On Site Display”. Concrete Pads, Grading, Plumbing, Electrical. “One Stop Shop For All !” J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, 2690 Hwy. 221 South. (828) 245-5895

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

TWO USED CRUISER BICYCLES $50 for both! 828-7827221.

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

HAND CRAFTED WOODEN ENTERTAINMENT CTR. Great Deal! Has bottom cabinet doors. Can send pictures, $120.00 or best offer! (704) 718-9122

METAL ROOFING- GALVALUME $1.70 LF. Galvalume $1.70 linear foot 45 yr warrany. (704) 482-7880 tracy@getabuilding.com

MISCELLANEOUS FURNITURE FOR SALE. Queen Bedroom Suite, Beautiful Computer Desk & Hutch, Glass Top Coffee Table, End Table, Schwinn Airline Exercise Bike. All items priced to sell & in excellent condition. (704) 419-3136

FIREFIGHTER GIFTS www. HometownShelby.com NC4ever@usa.com

2 HEAVY STEEL 5-DRAWER CABINETS. 6’4’’ tall, 42’’ wide, ideal for workshop. $50 each. Metabo air nailer gun, brand new $35. Ridgid 18G brad air nailer $20. Ryobi electric drill $15. 3 1/2 ton farm jack, new, never used $45. Fred 828-2021000.

FOR SALE

FREE NICE PECAN WOOD. Most of it already cut up on ground in backyard. Several 6’ long slabs. alanbcurtis@gmail. com

ITEMS FOR SALE. Ruger Mini14, Dining room table/6 chairs, Weight Bench, Concrete Drill Bits, ammo, long gun case. 828-302-5177.

LOST & FOUND

JEWELRY LOST NEAR HOSPITAL WALGREENS. EMERALD CUT DIAMOND SOLITAIRE WITH BAND, WHITE GOLD, LARGE CARAT ALEXANDRITE 18 KT YELLOW GOLD, WHITE AND YELLOW GOLD EARRINGS. PLEASE LEAVE MESSAGE AT NUMBER BELOW. REWARD. (704) 419-4413

LOST: MEDIUM SIZE DOG, ANSWERS TO BUDDY. Has collar but no tags. Lost near Kings Mountain High School and Mtn, View Orchard. Reward. Please contact me 704419-3167.

WANT TO BUY

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.

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

I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast. (828) 577-4197

WANT TO BUY CARS& TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

FARM & GARDEN

HAY CRADLE $300. BUSH HOG brand 6 ft. cutter $1,200. Horse round pen with gate $750. Galvanized 16 ft. panels with gate for cows $1,000. Tractor hay spear $150. Call 828429-5155, leave message.

HORSE HAY POLK COUNTY. Farm Fresh Fertilized Hay for Sale: $8 square / $50 Round Bales. 828-625-4713. Must leave Phone Number and Name Message. N.C. Century Family Farm. (828) 625-4713

HAY FOR SALE 1/2 bales-$3, Square-$6, Rd-$20-$25-$30. 919 Bethlehem Church Rd. Grover, NC 704-418-1744.

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.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

20 SOLID WHITE HOMING PIGEONS. FOR SALE. $250. Lawndale. (704) 472-9481

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

PETS & LIVESTOCK

GENTLE RIDING HORSE. 22 years old. Needs a good home. Great with kids. Owner passed. $900 negotiable. (828) 4478498

PUPPIES. AKC Registered Australian Shepherd Puppies for sale. Born 11/22/24. (251) 599-0124 pod3399@aol.com FREE TO GOOD HOME. AKC Registered Black Lab. Female. 2 years old. Had 1 litter of pups. Also, Shi Poo, Black male. 1 year old. Free to good home. Call or text 704-692-1627.

DOBERMAN PUPPY 11 months old. Black/tan, neutered male, up on all vaccinations. Needs working with. Weighs 66 lbs. $1000.00 (252) 975-7442

FREE DOG TO GOOD HOME. Belgian Shepherd Mix, Female. 2 1/2 years old. e-mail imajik@ live.com if interested. Leave contact number.

VALENTINES DAY SPECIAL. Is it possible to put a price on this love? 2 Female Yorkie puppies. CKC certified, Vet certified. Ready to move to forever home on Feb. 1. $1,000 each or take both for $1,800. (704) 473-7042

RVCOLLINS70@GMAIL.COM

AKITA FEMALE PUPPY. 10 wk old Akita female puppy. Available now very sweet. $1200 txt only during the day 828-289-4373. (828) 289-4373

CARS & TRUCKS

WANT A GOOD USED CAR. Prefer a Buick, Honda or Toyota under 100,000 miles. 980-8807324 or leave message.

1998 SUBARU LEGACY WAGON FOR SALE. 1998 Subaru Legacy L wagon right hand drive Mileage 60,645 One owner, pampered, looks and drives like new, garage kept. Showroom clean. Used only on snow days. White with gray interior. Selling due to recent retirement. $10,300.00 (828) 289-3607 denisedowns0326@ gmail.com

2016 FORD FUSION. 4 cylinder, Ecoboost, aluminum wheels, sunroof, 110K miles. $5,500. 828-287-3820. 2010

CARS & TRUCKS

2014 FORD FOCUS. Good condition except needs transmission. $750. Lawndale. (704) 472-9481

2013 FORD F-150 Great work truck ready to go! Runs and drives great! New Tires, Brakes & Front Rotors, replaced wheel bearings, Inner rotor arms, AC system re-charged, coolant flushed, new battery and much more. Extra truck in the fleet. 237,800 miles, $5500, (704) 770-8600 Kennyc@curnowmedia.com

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

2007 BLACK HARLEY HERITAGE Only 14,000 miles. $6,200. Call 828-429-5155, leave message.

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.

REAL ESTATE

CLEVELAND COUNTY

10.46 ACRES Land w/creek. Great opportunity to build homes. Located beside Colony Homes. Utilities on property in Kingstown. $190,000. 704-7562332 or 754-816-0853.

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

APARTMENT FOR RENT. 5 RM/2 BR Apartment. Stove/ refrig. Adults only. No pets. 515 W. Sumter, Shelby. $525/mo. 704-487-9622.

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

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

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. 1624-9 S Post Rd., Shelby, NC. Lot rent $500 includes up to $125 in utilities & $375 deposit. App fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3

Bedroom, deposit required. Weekly rates. Includes power and water. NO PETS. NO TEXTING. (704) 473-4299

NO HEAT BILLS HERE! 1

Bedroom + Office Apartment.

Excellent Location in Shelby. Second floor, small complex with single occupants. No smoking, pets. Heat & water included in $695 month rent. Deposit plus references. (704) 487-5480

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

1003-A MARK DR., SHELBY, NC. Apartment. Bottom floor, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Rent $995. Deposit $995. App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

SMALL MOBILE HOME. 2 BR, 1 BA. Electric heat & air, NO PETS. Background check. Near Cleveland Mall. 704-4776355.

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

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

135-5 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC. Single Wide. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom. Rent $995. Deposit $995. App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

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.

135-21 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. Singlewide, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, rent $1373, Deposit $1375. No Pets, App fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

1624-7 SOUTH POST ROAD. Shelby, NC. Camper. Rent $975, Deposit $975. Includes power and water. App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

1321 S. LAFAYETTE ST, SHELBY NC. Apartment, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $675, deposit $675. App FEE $25 per adult. 704-214.4180.

FOR RENT

LINCOLN COUNTY

4105 REEPSVILLE ROAD, VALE, NC. Doublewide, 34 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1275, Deposit $1275. App Fee $25 per adult. 704-2144180.

2298 LEE LAWING ROAD, LINCOLNTON, NC. Doublewide 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1275, Deposit $1275, App Fee $25 per adult. 704214-4180.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $700 per month. 828-382-0475.

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOUSE. Clean single family house in the city limits of Rutherfordton. Walking distance to the hospital. 3 Bedroom & 2 full bathrooms. 2 Car Covered Carport. Large back yard. Deposit required and formal application process. (904) 200-6002

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