Shelby Shopper 3-28-24

The Banker’s House is getting a new roof! This is the first complete renovation of the roof since the house was first constructed in 1874-75.

“It’s amazing that the original roof has lasted this long,” says Banker’s House Executive Director Carolyn Jackson. “This just shows the quality and durability that was crafted into every aspect of this house.”

Scaffolding went up on the historic house about a month ago and work has been ongoing since that time.

After a diligent search, the Banker’s House administration selected Gutter Guys Inc., based in Kings Mountain, NC, to oversee the roofing project.

“In today’s world, it’s unusual to find a company that’s passionate about their work,” says Banker’s House Advisory Council Member Tony Brooks. “Gutter Guys Inc. is such a company, and they have specialists that have accepted the unique challenges of this project: from metal and slate work to the intricate internal gutter system.”

The Banker’s House was built in the Second Empire Style, which was most popular between 1865 and 1900, having emerged out of the redevelopment of Paris under Napoleon III’s Second Empire – looking back to French Renaissance precedents. In fact, The Banker’s House has been dubbed as the “state’s most outstanding example of Second Empire Style.” This style is characterized by a strong central tower. elaborate ornamentation and a mansard roof.

A mansard roof is a distinctive type of roof characterized by its doublepitched design with four slopes – two on

each side of the roof. The lower slopes are steeper and often nearly vertical, while the upper slopes are more gently sloped. The lower slopes are typically punctuated by dormer windows, providing additional space and natural light to the attic or upper floor.

The term “mansard” is derived from the name of the 17th-century French architect François Mansart, who popularized this roofing style during the Second French Renaissance.

The Banker’s House is accepting donations for the roofing renovations.

The Banker’s House Embarks on Historic Roof Renovation

Titled “Raise the Roof for the Banker’s House,” the campaign welcomes contributions of any size to help contribute to this costly endeavor.

“We have been able to secure some grant money to help offset the cost somewhat, but, of course, repairing a historic and architecturally intricate roof such as this will require a great deal of funds,” says Jackson.

While the roof is repaired, tours and events at The Banker’s House are still going strong.

“We are still hosting our monthly

tours, held on the first Friday of each month, and we have several upcoming events such as our Big Hats & High Tea event on March 27 and, of course, our Kentucky Derby Party on May 4,” says Jackson. “Hopefully the scaffolding will be down by then, but even if it’s not, the party will go on!”

For more information about the roofing project, visit www.TheBankersHouse.org and follow The Banker’s House on Facebook and Instagram.

ALL PHOTOS BY HAL BRYANT

CCC offers DIY Construction Program

Cleveland Community College is offering a new Do-It-Yourself DIY Construction Program, a series of home construction classes designed to help you complete your own renovation projects. Future classes include drywall repair, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC. The class runs from April 12 to May 3, on Fridays, from 11 am to 2:00

Registration is $70.

The first class will take the risk of home electrical projects and teach you the safe and code-compliant electrical skills needed to perform basic electrical projects at home. Justin Roper, Licensed Electrical Contractor and Electrical System Instructor

will teach this hands-on workshop. You will learn how to troubleshoot and diagnose an electrical issue, use an electrical meter, understand how electrical breaker boxes work, change breakers, understand basic circuits in lights and outlets, use 3-way light switches, change out a light fixture, and install a ceiling fan. Register online at https:// clevelandcc-register.fundfive. com/filt.../course/DIY, visit the Continuing Education office, email coned@clevelandcc. edu, or call 704-669-4015.

Jayden Unison was proud of the eggs he found at the Easter Egg Hunt at Hanna Park. Jeff Melton photo

Caden Naylor was sporting his cowboy books while searching for eggs at this years Easter Egg Hunt at Hanna Park. Jeff Melton photo

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:

Individual/Group/Mixed Counseling

Interpersonal Skill Building

Services addressing Problem Sexual Behavior

Mentoring

Psychological Assessments

Family counseling

Tutoring/Academic Enhancement

Mandatory training for ALL applicants, who were not a part of the January 19, 2024 training, will be arranged by contacting Allocations Chair, Margie Christopher at margiesc822@gmail.com

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 828-296-4745 or melissa.g.johnson@ncdps.gov. Private non-profits are also required to submit No Over Due Tax forms, Conflict of Interest Statements, and proof of 501(c)(3)status. Program Applications are to be submitted electronically into NC Allies no later than April 15 by 5:00 p.m.

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 5:00 pm on April 15. Attachments to be included are: a copy of the most recent agency audit, a list of current Board of Directors designating officers, a No Taxes Due Statement, and Conflict of Interest policy indicating any existing conflicts. New applicants will also need to submit three (3) letters of support.

Interviews will be held by the allocations committee with the Program Manager of each applying agency on April 23rd, 2024 in Room 7270 of the Advanced Technology Center at Cleveland Community College, times to be determined as applications are submitted.

And they’re off. Two through four years old took their turn to search for Easter Eggs at the Shelby City Parks and Recreation's Easter Egg Hunt at Hanna Park. Jeff Melton photo

50 Years of Happiness

Martin Luther Pence III and Ruby Levine Sullens were married on March 30, 1974 and are celebrating 50 years of a wonderful marriage.

Bearing fruit through connection to the True Vine

Marty and Ruby became residents of Shelby NC in 1978 and it has since been their hometown. Marty was transferred to Eckerds in Shelby to assist in the opening of the new store where he was the manager. Ruby started work at First National Bank, and then eventually opened her own daycare called Country Day Children Care where she cared for several residents of Shelby. Marty and Ruby also had a store located at the former old Big Lots which was called Christmas around The World. After the closing of the store and daycare, Ruby went to work at Carolinas Medical Center where she was the Presidents Secretary for 20 years but has since retired. She was also able to do work for several lawyers in Shelby while working full time. Marty left Eckerds after 20 years as well and then went to work for Cardinal Health where he supplied many of the hometown drug stores. He has also now retired.

Marty and Ruby have two children, Michelle Harris, and Marty Pence IV who blessed them with 6 grandchildren that they spend most of their time with. Michelle is a now retired teacher and Marty owns his own company also in Shelby, Carolina Metal Crafters. The grandchildren are as follows Weston Bragg, Mackenzi Luckenbaugh, Tara Pence, Jackson Pence, Walker Pence, and Avery Pence. Michelle recently relocated to Myrtle Beach, while Marty IV is still a resident of Shelby along with his children.

(“4th and Final Part of Metaphors: Illuminating Truths in the Shadows Series”)

Have you ever been like me, trying to do things in your own strength instead of allowing God to help you? It didn’t work out too well in my life. Then, I called out for help, and the Holy Spirit gently convicted me to start with Him. In John 15:5 (NIV), Jesus says, “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” This analogy of the vine and branches beautifully illustrates the importance of staying connected to Christ in order to bear spiritual fruit. Apart from Christ, our lives become spiritually barren and unproductive.

INSEPARABLE

of allowing the life-giving sap of Christ to flow through us, transforming our character and enabling us to impact the world around us with the love and grace of God. When we remain connected to the true vine, we are empowered to bear fruit that not only blesses us individually but also enriches the lives of others and glorifies God. Psalm 1:3 (NIV) states, “That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers.”

PRAY THIS PRAYER:

“Father, I need you every second, minute, and hour. You are the reason I live, move, and have my very being. I am thankful that I have been engrafted into the family of God. I can immerse in the life-giving power of your word and Spirit. Forgive me for not always taking advantage of the opportunity to bask in your presence and

draw strength, guidance, and love from you. You are the Almighty God, and I will praise you forever and ever.

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. By dedicating time each day to reading the Bible and praying, you can cultivate a meaningful relationship with God.

Danyale Patterson would love to connect with you!

Scan the QR code to subscribe to a weekly uplifting podcast, or contact her at www.danyale.com to share a testimony, send a prayer request, or book her to speak.

The metaphor of the vine and branches signifies the close, inseparable bond between Christ and his followers. Just as the branches draw their life-giving nourishment from the vine, we derive our strength, sustenance, and vitality from our union with Christ. Remaining in Christ involves abiding in his teachings, yielding to the Holy Spirit, and maintaining a close, personal relationship with him through prayer and meditating on his word. As we remain connected to him, our lives are infused with his divine life and power, enabling us to bear the fruits of the Spirit – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:2223).

LIFE-GIVING SAP

Ultimately, bearing fruit through connection to the true vine is a lifelong journey that requires intentionality, perseverance, and a deepening reliance on Christ. It is a process

Recently Marty had a serious stroke in 2020 and was thought not to survive, but through hard work and dedication he is doing amazingly well. Marty and Ruby continue to enjoy their time in Shelby, NC, but also enjoy traveling to their beach house in Myrtle Beach.

As their daughter and son, we are beyond blessed that they have had such an amazing marriage for 50 years. We are both very lucky to have been able to celebrate this time with them. We are very proud of all they have accomplished and look forward to spending the next 50 years with them!

Happy 50th Anniversary

Mom and Dad, we all love you and are very thankful for all that you have accomplished in your marriage and life.

DANYALE PATTERSON

GWU announces 2024 President’s Early Career Award

Gardner-Webb University President Dr. William M. Downs has announced the recipient of the President’s Early Career Award for 2024.

Dr. Wilson Hawkins, assistant professor of physics and director of the GWU Honors Program, is receiving the honor. Since Hawkins arrived at the University in 2021, he has demonstrated productivity in scholarship, creative discovery, and instruction that exceeds expectations. He also continues to pursue professional development and serve the campus community.

“Dr. Hawkins is off to a fast and impressive start as a member of the Gardner-Webb faculty,” Downs praised. “He exemplifies what we look for in our assistant professors — a clear commitment to instructional innovation and student success, a continuing dedication to advancing new knowledge in a disciplinary field, and a consistent record of collegiality as a member of the GWU community. Wilson Hawkins is broadly recognized for these and other qualities, and for that reason, I am delighted to celebrate him with this year’s Early Career Award.”

Hawkins is the seventh recipient of the Early Career Award, presented to full-time assistant professors who demonstrate outstanding performance in professional

development and excellence in service. The annual award includes an additional $1,000 in professional development funds for Hawkins to use during the 2024-2025 academic year.

“It is an honor to be nominated by my peers for this award,” Hawkins shared. “I can’t take sole credit for my work, as I have a wealth of ongoing support from students, colleagues, administrative assistants, and department chairs. These folks have treated me like family from the first day I stepped on cam-

pus. My first impressions of the faculty and administration were overwhelmingly positive and were the reason I chose to join the GWU team. This realized sense of community makes me proud to be a part of Bulldog Nation. Thank you to everyone who chose to lift me up with this recognition. I am truly blessed!”

In the Gardner-Webb Department of Natural Sciences, Hawkins teaches General Physics, University Physics, and Astronomy courses with accompanying laboratory components. He supervises

the Williams Observatory event schedule and equipment, manages both the Physics and Observatory budgets for the department and develops physics and astronomy curricula that maximize student engagement through university resources.

He received his bachelor’s in physics, master’s in applied physics, and Ph.D. in biomedical physics from East Carolina University (ECU) in Greenville, N.C. While at ECU, he was the lead physics tutor, conducted atomic physics experimental research in

the ECU Accelerator Lab, and was a graduate teaching assistant. He was nominated by College of Arts and Sciences

Dean Dr. Robert G. Prickett, Dr. David Campbell, associate professor and chair of the natural sciences department, and Dr. James Morgan, professor and chair of the Department of Psychological Science. All three mentioned his dedication to his students and their learning. Prickett wrote, “I’d like to begin by describing the ways that Dr. Hawkins demonstrates his excellence in teaching. Per his department chair, Dr. David Campbell, Dr. Hawkins’ courses are very popular: ‘He connects well with students, and his teaching is appreciated by students with a strong background in physics as well as those new to the concepts.’”

Prickett continued, “Dr. Hawkins, in the past year alone, has re-designed five of his courses around online open resource materials. Additionally, Dr. Hawkins advises and mentors students outside the classroom—this past year, mentoring three biology seminar students and 20 student poster presentations for regional and national honors conference presentations.”

Prickett commended Hawkins for his work as director of the University Honors Program, with approximately

200 honors students. One of Hawkins’ successful initiatives has been to collaborate with the Division of Student Success to offer the University’s first Living and Learning Community for honors students. Student Success plans to offer more Living and Learning Communities using this first one as a guide. Additionally, Hawkins mentored two honors students who won awards for their student research posters at the National Collegiate Honors Council meeting.

Prickett further recognized Hawkins for his diligence in pursuing research in spite of his commitments to the University’s Honors Program. Campbell noted that Hawkins has developed research techniques that have the potential for a wide range of applications in the investigation of materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites).

Additionally, Prickett noted that Hawkins was a presenter at an international conference on accelerators in research and industry in Dallas, Texas. Last summer, Hawkins served as a research associate at the ECU Accelerator Laboratory, assisting in data acquisition, training a new cohort of Ph.D. students, and designing new standard operating procedures for accelerator hardware and software components.

CC Arts Council annual Student Art Competition opens April 11

By Loretta Cozart

Cleveland County Arts Council welcomes children and families to its Annual Student Art Competition opening reception on April 11, from 5 to 7 pm.

Artwork by students in grades K-12 will be on exhibit at the Arts Council at 111 S. Washington St. in Shelby during this annual competition, which recognizes the brightest young talent in our area. The Arts Council is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 4:00

and Saturday from 10:00 to 2:00. Admission is free.

Kindergarten through 12th grade students living in Cleveland County are eligible to enter the exhibit and competition. The artwork will remain exhibited at the Arts Council, 111 S. Washington St., through May 4. The Arts Council is open Monday – Friday from 9:00– 4:00 pm and

Saturday at 10:00 am. – 2:00 pm.

Awards are given to high school students in the categories of painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, new media, mixed media, three-dimensional, and upcycled/ recycled. Middle school students compete in painting, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, threedimensional, and upcycled/recycled categories.

For more information, call 704484-2787 or visit www.ccartscouncil.org.

Dr. Hawkins, standing, recipient of the GWU 2024 President’s Early Career Award, instructs two students. (Photo by GWU)

The Easter Bunny is greeted by Juliet and

Roland after arriving by a Shelby Fire and Rescue Truck at the Easter Egg Hunt at Hanna Park. Jeff Melton photo

Apricot Glazed Smoked Ham

1 (8 -10 lb) ready-to-cook bone-in smoked ham half Whole cloves

3 cups water Glaze

1 - 12 oz. jar apricot preserves 1/4 cup light brown sugar 2 tablespoons stone ground dijon mustard 1 tablespoon cider vinegar

• Position oven rack in bottom third of oven; heat to 325 degrees. (Need a shallow roasting pan.

• Cut off thick rind on ham to expose the fat layer underneath, leaving about 5 inches of the rind intact covering the narrow shank end.

• Using sharp knife, score fat in diamond pattern.

• Press 1 clove into center of each diamond.

• Place ham in roasting pan; pour water in pan.

• Cover loosely with heavy-duty foil.

• Roast ham 1-1/2 hours.

• Mix glaze ingredients.

• Remove ham from oven; brush with one-third of glaze.

• Continue baking, uncovered 1 hour, brushing with remaining glaze every 20 minutes, or until internal temperature registers 160 degrees.

• Let ham rest 20 minutes, then transfer to platter.

Scalloped Potatoes

4 cups thinly sliced potatoes

3 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons flour

1-1⁄2 cups milk

1 teaspoon salt

1 dash cayenne pepper

1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese

1⁄2 cup grated cheese, to sprinkle on top

• In a small sauce pan, melt butter and blend in flour.

RECIPES

Let sit for a minute.

• Add all of cold milk, stirring with a whisk.

• Season with salt and cayenne pepper.

• Cook sauce on low until smooth and boiling, stirring occasionally with a whisk. Reduce heat and stir in cheese.

• Place a half of the sliced potatoes in a lightly greased one quart casserole dish. Pour half of cheese sauce over potatoes.

• Repeat with second layer of potatoes and cheese sauce.

• Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.

• Top with some paprika for color.

• Bake uncovered for about 1 hour at 350°F.

Broccoli Salad

Place in bowl with sealing lid:

1 bunch broccoli, cut into small pieces

3-4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

1-1/2 tablespoons minced onion

1/ 2 cup raisins

In separate bowl mix:

¾ cup mayonnaise

½ cup sugar

2 Tbsp. Apple cider vinegar

• Pour liquid over broccoli mixture. Toss. Allow to sit overnight stirring ocassionally.

Biscuits

Small Pan:

(Makes approx. 9 biscuits)

2 cups self rising flour

2/3 cup buttermilk

1/4 cup corn oil

Large Pan:

(Makes approx. 18 biscuits)

4 cups self rising flour

1-1/3 cup buttermilk

1/2 cup corn oil

• Mix together all ingredients. Roll out onto floured surface (add little more buttermilk if too dry) and cut into biscuits. Bake at 450 degrees about 12 minutes or until browned.

Makiyo’s Pineapple Layer Cake

1 can (20 oz.) crushed pineapple, do not drain 1 box WHITE cake mix (eggs, oil, water)

12 oz. Cool Whip

1 cup sugar

8 oz. sour cream

1. Bake cake as directed on the box in two 8 or 9 inch cake pans. Let them cool.

2. Mix Cool Whip, sugar and sour cream together in mixing bowl.

3. Level the top of first layer (bottom) cake with knife if necessary to avoid top layer cracking

4. Poke the cake with fork. Pour ½ can of pineapple with juice on top. Spread out the pineapple. Let juice soak into cake.

5. Coat the layer using 1/3 of Cool Whip mixture

6. Put top layer of cake on. Repeat step 4 and 5

7. Using the last 1/3 of icing, cover the side of the cake.

8. Store in refrigerator.

Lemon Icebox Pie

CRUST

1-1/4 cup crushed graham crackers

4 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup sugar Mix together and pour into pie dish. Bake at 350 for 7-8 minutes.

FILLING

8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk

1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 tablespoon grated lemon peel

• In large bowl, beat filling ingredients until smooth. Spread evenly in baked crust. Refrigerate 4 hours but no longer than 8 hours.

• Serve with whipped cream if desired (or spread Cool Whip over top of entire pie) before refrigerating.

Cheesy Broccoli

Chicken Casserole

1 pound broccoli (cooked)

2 cups chicken (shredded)

1 tablespoon butter

2 tablespoons bread crumbs

1 cup medium cheddar

cheese, shredded 1/3 cup milk

10.75 ounces cream of broccoli soup (condensed)

1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt

• Preheat the oven to 425

• Grease your casserole dish and place cooked broccoli fist. Layer chicken on top of the broccoli

• In a bowl mix - soup, milk, salt and pepper togetheronce mixed layer on top of the chicken

• Sprinkle cheese on top of the soup mixture

• Melt butter - mix melted butter and bread crumbs together - once mixed sprinkle on top of the cheese

• Bake uncovered for 20 - 25 minutes

Cucumber Salad

3 large cucumbers

½ tsp. salt

½ red onion, thinly sliced

¾ cup sour cream

2 Tbsp sugar

1½ Tbsp. distilled white vinegar

1 tsp. dried or fresh dill weed

Fresh ground black pepper, to taste Instructions

• Thinly slice cucumbers.

• Add the cucumbers and salt to a mixing bowl and mix. Let stand for 30 minutes.

• Press the excess water out of the cucumbers with a paper towel.

• Add the red onions to the cucumbers.

• Add the remaining ingredients to a bowl and stir.

• Use a spatula to transfer the dressing to the cucumbers and toss well.

• Chill in the refrigerator until ready to eat.

Farmhouse Apple Coleslaw

4 cups shredded cabbage

1 large apple, chopped 3/4 cup raisins

1/2 cup chopped celery

1/4 cup chopped onion

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon sugar

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon pepper

In a serving bowl, combine the cabbage, apple, raisins, celery and onion. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Thyme-Roasted Carrots

3 pounds medium carrots, halved lengthwise

2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme

2 tablespoons canola oil

1 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon salt

Preheat oven to 400°. Divide carrots between 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. In a small bowl, mix thyme, oil, honey and salt; brush over carrots. Roast 20-25 minutes or until tender.

Simple Garlic Green Beans

1 tablespoon butter

1 lb. frozen whole green beans

1 large clove garlic, crushed

1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green beans and garlic until beans begin to thaw. Season with salt and continue cooking and stirring until beans are lightly browned, 10 to 15 minutes.

Fruit Salad

1 pint strawberries, cleaned, hulled, sliced

1 lb. seedless grapes, halved

3 kiwis, peeled and sliced

3 bananas, sliced

1 (21 ounce) can peach pie filling

In a large bowl, combine the strawberries, grapes, kiwis, and bananas. Gently mix in peaches. Chill for 1 hour before serving.

Amish

Cinnamon Bread

Makes 2 loaves

Batter:

1 cup butter, softened

2 cups sugar

2 eggs

2 cups buttermilk

4 cups flour

2 teaspoons baking soda

Cinnamon/sugar mixture: 2/3 cups sugar

2 teaspoons cinnamon Cream together butter, 2 cups of sugar, and eggs. Add buttermilk, flour, and baking soda. Put 1/2 of batter (or a little less) into 2 greased loaf pans (1/4 in each pan).

Mix cinnamon/sugar mixture in seperate bowl: (2/3 c sugar and cinnamon). Sprinkle 3/4 of cinnamon mixture on top of the 1/2 batter in each pan. Add remaining batter to pans; sprinkle with last of cinnamon topping. Swirl with a knife.

• Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 min. or until toothpick tester come clean. Cool in pan for 20 minutes before removing from pan.

Squash and Zucchini Gratin

2 tablespoons butter

2 medium zucchini, cut into

1/4-inch slices

2 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch slices

2 shallots, minced 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

4 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

1 cup Panko bread crumbs, divided 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

• Preheat oven to 450°. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add zucchini, yellow squash and shallots. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more.

• Add the cream; cook until thickened, 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup bread crumbs and 1/4 cup cheese. Spoon mixture into a greased 11x7-in. or 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining bread crumbs and cheese. Bake until golden brown,

Earl Scruggs Center Expands Access for Cleveland County Residents with New Free Admission Day on Saturdays

lineup of programs and events scheduled throughout the summer and beyond. From live music performances to educational workshops, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

The Earl Scruggs Center is excited to announce a significant change to its admission policy, aimed at enhancing accessibility and engagement for the Cleveland County community. Since its inception in 2014, the Center has been dedicated to honoring the legacy of bluegrass legend Earl Scruggs and preserving the history and cultural heritage of Cleveland County. In line with this mission, the Center has traditionally offered free admission to Cleveland County residents on Wednesdays. However, beginning April 1, 2024, the Earl Scruggs Center will shift its free admission day to Saturdays, extending an invitation for residents to explore the museum and its exhibits over the weekend.

As Uptown Shelby continues to thrive as a vibrant hub of activity, the Earl Scruggs Center invites locals and tourists alike to explore the area and discover the rich tapestry of history and artistry it has to offer. Join us on Saturdays for an enriching experience at the Earl Scruggs Center, where the legacy of a musical icon and the history of the community where he was born comes to life. The Earl Scruggs Center is open Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm. For more information and updates on events, visit www.earlscruggscenter.org.

About the Earl Scruggs Center

“We are deeply committed to serving our local community, and we believe that this change will better accommodate the schedules of our neighbors and provide them with greater opportunity to explore our museum and the resources we offer,” said Mary Beth Martin, Executive Director. “This decision underscores our dedication to accessibility and inclusivity, and we are grateful for the enthusiastic endorsement of our board of directors as we strive to make the Earl Scruggs Center a welcoming space for the community.”

Visitors will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the interactive permanent exhibits showcasing local history, music, and culture. The current special exhibit, Born of the Broad River: The Life and Career of Earl Scruggs in His Own Words, 1924-1945 delves into Earl Scruggs' formative years in Cleveland County, offering a deeper understanding of his roots and contributions to bluegrass music. In addition to the captivating exhibits, the Earl Scruggs Center offers a diverse

The Earl Scruggs Center, located in Shelby, NC, is a premier destination dedicated to preserving the legacy of Cleveland County native Earl Scruggs, the pioneering banjoist who revolutionized American music. The Center combines the life story of Scruggs with the unique and engaging history and cultural traditions of the region in which he was born and raised. Through exhibits, educational initiatives, and live performances, the Center celebrates Scruggs' contributions to bluegrass, country, and beyond. The Earl Scruggs Center is committed to fostering creativity, inspiring audiences, educating the local community, and providing a rich, unique experience for visitors.

For Inquiries, Contact: Mary Beth Martin, Executive Director\ Earl Scruggs Center: Music & Stories from the American South. 704.487.6233 marybeth@earlscruggscenter.org

Submitted by Mary Beth Martin

The Earl Scruggs Center is committed to fostering creativity, inspiring audiences, educating the local community, and providing a rich, unique experience for visitors.

Local Fishing Report

with

Tammy Melton

Cleveland County Bass club fished their March tournament at Lake Murray on the 16th. With the weather being pretty on Saturday, there were lots of people fishing, plus the South Carolina high school kids were fishing their tournament there.

Every boat ramp area was pretty full. The water temp is coming up but the water color was like chocolate. milk.

The results are listed below:

• 1st place - Roger Beaver - 3 fish - 6.82 lbs.

• 2nd place - Robby Rush - 2 fish - 4.18 lbs.

• 3rd place - David Moss - 1 fish - 3.34 lbs.

David also took big fish honors with that fish.

• 4th place - Derek Barkley - 1 fish - 1.98 lbs.

Congratulations to each of you.

CCBA (High School and Jr. team) had an awesome time on Lake Norman, March 16th.

The highest finishing teams were on the Junior Series. Westin Hamrick and Austin Buttrick with a 3rd place finish.

In the High School Series, Jacob Webb, with an 11th place finish. Great job guys!

This youth group has 2 tournaments next month and that will end their season.

Thanks to the coaches and sponsors who help make sure the kids get to and from the tournaments and have all the help they need.

I am always looking for fishing reports to share on here. Please send information to me at mawlovesherbabies@gmail.com

I hope you all have a happy Easter. Tammy Melton

Aiming Outdoorsmen Toward Christ

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Nox and Teo Dixon was escorted into Hanna Park for the Easter Egg Hunt with Stephanie Dixon on Saturday, March 23rd.

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Light Oak Baptist Church

2311 Oak Grove Road, Shelby, NC.

Saturday, March 30

What: Lawndale Baptist Church Easter Egg Hunt

When: 10:00 am, March 30.

Where: Lawndale Baptist Church, 407 West Main St., Lawndale, NC.

More Info: All are welcome! Kids of all ages. Lots of eggs, candy, prizes and more!

What: Lawndale Baptist Church Baptist Men’s BBQ Fund-raiser/Preorder by 03/24

When: 1:00 pm, March 30.

Where: Lawndale Baptist Church, 407 W. Main St., Lawndale, NC.

More Info: 1 Boston Butt, smoked, 1 container of BBQ slaw, 1 container of BBQ sauce, $50. Pre-order by 3-24-2024, call 704-538-7151 and leave a message and we will give you a call back.

What: Buffalo Baptist Church Easter Egg Hunt

When: 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm, March 30.

Where: YMCA Dover location, 411 Cherryville Rd., Shelby, NC.

More Info: Buffalo Baptist Church is sponsoring a community Easter Egg Hunt - “The Easter Egg-stravaganza”. Gathering at the YMCA Dover location on the soccer fields, down the large hill beside parking lot. There will be several egg hunts for differing age groups as well as some games and a Easter Story walk on the walking path. Contact Shawn via email, shawn.hendricksen@gmail.com if you have any questions and look forward to seeing you there.

Sunday, March 31

What: Cornerstone Church Free Easter Breakfast

When: 8:45 am until 9:45 am, March 31.

Where: 202 Margrace Rd., Kings Mountain, NC.

More Info: Come join us for FREE eggs, bacon sausage, livermush, breakfast. Easter Sunday.

Saturday, April 6

What: Zion Hill Baptist Church Country Breakfast

When: 7:00 am until 9:00 am, April 6.

Where: Zion Hill Baptist Church, 8173 Old NC 18, Lawndale, NC.

More Info: Biscuits, gravy, eggs, grits, bacon, sausage, livermush, bologna and drink. Cost $7.

What: 2nd Annual Take Up Your Cross 5k

When: 10:00 am, April 6.

Where: Hannah Park, 1655 McBrayer-Springs Rd., Shelby, NC.

More Info: Hosted by Cleveland County Rescue Mission, in partnership with the City of Shelby and the Shelby Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., who will be providing some wonderful resources to our participants, which include: Blood Pressure Checks • Health Bags with healthy snacks, water, and health resources and information • Weight Watchers Representative • American Diabetes Association Representative • Colon Health Information from Adult Nurse Practitioner • Information and resources for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counselors. For questions about event or how you can partner with us, please email Shea Watson at shea@myccrm.org

The spirit of Easter is all about hope, love, and joyful living. May you have a blessed day!

Sunday, April 14

What: Hudson Memorial Baptist Church

When: 6:00 pm, April 14.

Where: 762 Warlick Rd., Lawndale, NC

More Info: Second Sunday night singing, with Adam Beard from Lincolnton, NC.

All are welcome to attend. God bless you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Holy Week Services: Dover Baptist Church 1501 Polkville Rd., Shelby, NC.

Saturday 3/23, 11:00 am until 1:30 pm. Palm Saturday, Ressur-egg-tion Celebration. Egg Hunt, Pizza and live Donkey, like Jesus rode on, for the kids to see, pet and take pictures.

Sunday, 3/24, 11:00 am. Palm Sunday Morning Worship, Thursday, 3/28/24, 7:00 pm. Maundy Thursday

Sunday, 3/31/24, 9:45 am. Communion Service Sonrise snack breakfast and Church-wide Bible fellowship. 11:00 am. Worship Service “Come see the empty tomb” and Cantata “I will rise”.

Easter Services: Long Branch Road Baptist Church, 621 Long Branch Rd, Forest City, NC. Sunday, March 31, 2024. Sunrise Service - 6:45 am

Breakfast - 7:15 am.

Sunday School - 8:00 am

Worship Service - 8:30 am. No Evening Service. For more information call 828-287-1408.

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

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

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. April 16, 2024. All are welcome. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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John 14:1-3

Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.

OBITUARIES I N R EMEMBRANCE

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PATRICIA ANN HOOPER

Patricia Ann Hooper, 59, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on March 16, 2024.

Born in Cherokee County, NC, she was daughter of the late Charles G. Walker and Evelyn Truett Colvin and was preceded in death by her husband, Timmy Hooper, and her daughter, LaTasha Ray.

She is survived by her children: Amanda Ray and husband, Joseph Wayne Hughes of Gastonia, NC; Mitchel Lee Hooper of Bessemer City, NC; siblings: Robert G. Walker and wife, Sheila, of Kings Mountain, NC, Connie Noland of Statesville, NC, Theresa Utt and husband, Jerry, of Kings Mountain, NC, John Wayne Walker and wife, Ruth Ann, of Shelby, NC, Pamela Layel and husband, Dennis, of Gastonia, NC, Crystal Byers and husband, Eric, of Grover, NC and Charles Shane Walker of Waco, NC; stepfather, Charles Colvin of Waco, NC; and three grandchildren.

Funeral service was held March 21, 2024, in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Rev. Robert Walker officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

HENRY TODD BURGESS

Henry Todd Burgess, 62, of Mooresboro, NC, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024.

He was born November 17, 1961 in Cleveland County, NC to the late Horace Burgess and the late Dorothy Guyton Burgess.

Henry is survived by his wife, Nancy Owens Burgess of the home; his daughter, Amy Burgess Noblett; his son, T.C. Burgess; two grandchildren; sister, Martha Jean Byars and her husband James Arnold; step-

BEHELER

Wilma Edna Branch Beheler, 90, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024.

son Wade Martin.

In addition to his parents, Henry was preceded in death by his son, Michael Sides; and brothers: Jack Burgess and Claude Burgess.

The family will conduct their own memorial service March 24, 2024, at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Mooresboro, NC.

SR. Charles Ben Camp, Sr., age 79, passed away March 13, 2024.

Born in Cleveland County on June 2, 1944, he was the son of the late John Madison Camp and Edna Alberta Shields Camp

In addition to his parents, Charles is preceded in death by siblings, Savannah Phillips, Nathan Camp, Ruth Melton, Mary Grayson, Anna Martin, Lula Belle Camp, Thelma Camp, Sam Camp, Emmett Camp, Billy Camp, Edwin Camp, Jerry Camp, Tom Camp, and Robert Camp.

Charles is survived by his wife, Sue Champion Camp; his son, Chip Camp and wife Amber Blevins Camp; two grandsons; siblings: Polly Bridges, Jane Bridges, and Brendan LeGrand and husband Bryan; and sisters-inlaw, Mariel Camp and Judy Camp.

Memorials may be made to the Elizabeth Baptist Church Student Ministry, 301 N Post Road, Shelby 28152 or Cross Trail Outfitters-CTO Foothills Chapter, PO Box 706, Plymouth, NC 27962.

A funeral service was held March 20, 2024 in the Chapel of Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory, officiated by Dr. Rit Varriale and Rev. Norris Willis. Burial followed at Elizabeth Baptist Church Cemetery.

Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

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

grandchildren; brother-inlaw, Jewel Forney (Vanessa) of Kings Mountain, NC; sisters-in-law, Teresa Williams (Michael) of Hackensack, NJ; Kay Huskey (Vernon) of Patterson, NJ; Funeral services were held March 16, 2024, at Shiloh Baptist Church. Burial will be in Sunset Cemetery.

Amber Gibson; one brother, Steve Miller; one sister, Lisa Six; and his father, Robert Miller.

A graveside service was held March 23, 2024, at in the Miller Family Cemetery in Ashe County, North Carolina.

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

She is survived by her husband, Leroy Beheler of Rutherfordton, NC; her son, Alvin Trotter and wife Chris of Shelby, NC; her daughter, Patricia Phillips and husband Steve of Kings Mountain, NC; two grandchildren; a great granddaughter; a sister, Margaret Epley of Rutherfordton, NC; and a brother, Hugh Branch and wife Myra of Forest City, NC.

She is preceded in death by her father, Roy Branch and mother, Nell Branch and a sister, Juanita Hollifield of Alexander Mills, NC.

A graveside service was held March 16, 2024 at Cleveland Memorial Park with Pastor Jerry Allen officiating.

Memorials may be made to VIA Health Partners founded as Hospice of Cleveland County: 951 Wendover Heights Drive Shelby, NC 28150.

Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

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

DENNIS LUTHER HAYNES

Mr. Dennis Luther Haynes, of Gastonia, NC, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024.

He was born on March 17, 1960 in Shelby, NC, and was the son of Louis C. Haynes “LC”, and the late Christine V. Haynes.

Besides his mother, he was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Shirley Jackson; Ms. Glenda Lee Haynes, his paternal and maternal grandparents.

Mr. Haynes served our country in the U.S. Air Force. He is survived by his wife, Penny Forney Haynes; his father, Louis C. “L.C.” Haynes of Gastonia, NC; daughters, Kristia Hayes of Fort Washington, MD, Tiana Haynes of Greenville, SC, Sherry Crawford of Dallas, NC and Brittany Crawford of the home; son, Denzel Haynes of Charlotte, NC; brothers: Derrick Haynes and John Haynes (Christina) both of Shelby, NC; ten

Charles Larry “Charlie” Absher, age 65, of Waco, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024.

He was born June 11, 1958 in Madison County, Indiana.

Charlie was the son of the late Michael Clayton and Alpha Mae Carpenter Absher.

Mr. Absher served our country in the U.S. Navy. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Absher; daughter, Elizabeth Huss (Charles Boyle); sons, George “Kornbread” Absher and Jesse Absher; eight grandchildren and a great granddaughter.

A memorial service was held March 25, 2024 at Royal Priesthood Biker Church in Shelby with his son, George “Kornbread” Absher officiating. Burial was private.

Memorials may be made to Children’s Home Society of NC, 604 Meadow St. Greensboro, NC 27405.

Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com

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

JOHNNY MILLER

Johnny Miller, age 60, of in Bostic, NC, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Johnny was born on June, 29, 1963, and was the son of the late Rachel Miller.

Johnny was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Miller and his sister, Becky Randell.

He is survived by his two children, Michael Miller and

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

ROBERTA SADDLER THOMPSON

Roberta Saddler

Thompson 90, of Blacksburg, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024.

Daughter of the late Joe and Mary P. Saddler, she was born on March 9, 1934, in Cherokee County.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Abbie Thompson; daughters, Norman Jean Thompson and Patsy Ann Thompson; a sister, Mary Joe Saddler, and a great-grandchild. She is survived by two daughters, Margaret Thompson of Pinebluff, NC, and Rosemary Thompson of the home; a son, Frankie Thompson (Elizabeth), of St. Pauls, NC; one sister, Reverend Hattie Roseboro, of Concord, NC; one brother, Jimmy Saddler, of Sarasota, FL; seven grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.

Matthew Dylan Smith, 24, of Blacksburg, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024.

He was born in Gaston County, and is the son of Jamey Smith Sr. and Kimberly Dover Smith of the home.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Jamey Smith Jr. of Shelby.

No public services are planned at this time.

Sympathy cards may be sent to Kim and Jamey Smith c/o Teresa Jackson, 2025 Shelby Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.

Aquamation services are pro-

JOHN CHARLES DuJARDIN, SR.

John Charles DuJardin, Sr. “Big John”, passed away on Friday March 15, 2024.

He was born in Baltimore, MD, on September 30, 1943, the son of the late Joseph DuJardin and Anna Rose Hein Dujardin.

Funeral service was held March 23, 2024, at Youngs Grove Baptist Church with Dr. Larry J. Brooks officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery.

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Philippians 3:20-21

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Judy DuJardin and daughter, Novella Lee.

John is survived by his children, John, Donald, Marie, Cindy and their spouses; eight grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren.

Burial was held at Calvary Memorial Cemetery in Millboro Springs, VA.

Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

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

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GLORIA JEAN OWENS

Mrs. Gloria Jean Owens, 76, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024.

She is survived by her husband, Douglas Wayne Owens of the home; her children, Mark Douglas Owens of Gastonia, NC, and Douglas Wayne Owens II (Danielle) of Boiling Springs, NC; five grandchildren; and two sisters, Mary Ann Stacy (Clearnie) of Gastonia, NC, and Nancy Dotson of Grundy, VA.

Born July 9, 1947, in Grundy, VA, Gloria was the daughter of the late Andrew Dan Smith and Bessie Pearl Matney Smith and was preceded in death by a brother, Allen Ray Smith.

A Celebration of Life was held March 2, 2024, at Love Valley Baptist Church in Kings Mountain conducted by Rev. Barry Philbeck.

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

A service of Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc.

MARCUS ALAN DEDMOND

Marcus Alan Dedmond, age 74, of Dobbinsville, passed away on March 17, 2024.

He is survived his children: Barnaby Dedmond and his wife, Dana, of Chapin, SC and Heath Dedmond and his wife, Holly, of Durham, NC; three grandchildren; and wife, Dianne Pannell Dedmond; his brother, Randy Dedmond (Carolyn), of Cliffside; and his sister, Andre Dill, of Bostic.

He is predeceased by his parents, George and Goulia Dedmond of Cliffside.

A funeral service was held March 20, 2024, in the Harrelson’s Funeral Home Chapel, and a graveside service at the Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Rutherford County Library Society (https:// rutherfordcountylibrary.org/ bookmobile/).

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

OBITUARIES I N R EMEMBRANCE

TRESA LAUGHLIN HOVIS

Tresa Laughlin Hovis, 76, of Grover, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024.

Born in Cleveland County, on March 27, 1947, she was the daughter of the late J.T. Laughlin and Luesenior Champion Laughlin.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Ronnie Laughlin and Farrell Laughlin.

Tresa is survived by her son, Brandon Hovis, daughter-in-law, Brooke of Grover; two grandsons; her sisters, Martha Fortenbury of Fallston, Brenda Garver of Clover, SC and twin sister, Trena Whitaker (Gary) of Shelby; and brothers, Terry Laughlin (Pam) of Cherryville and Freddie Laughlin of Shelby.

A Graveside Service was held March 21, 2024 at Rose Hill Memorial Park Mausoleum with the Rev. Lloyd Hunt and nephew, James Laughlin officiating.

Memorials may be made to Christian Fellowship Church, Parking Lot Fund, PO Box 303, Fallston, NC 28042.

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

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

Mr. Larry Anton LaRousa, age 78 of Cherryville, NC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Granger LaRousa of the home; his two sons, Kevin LaRousa (Donya) of Harrisburg, NC, and Steven LaRousa of Hollis, NC; five step-children, Tracy Stonehouse of Michigan, Damon Granger (Angela) of Traverse City, MI, Melissa Markel (Kyle) of Rochester Hills, MI, Celia Granger (Ricky) of Owosso, MI, and Ryan Granger (Jodi) of Flushing, MI; sixteen grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and two sisters, Helen Vardon (Michael) of Clarkston, MI, and Cheryl Groves (Tom) of Livonia, MI. Born July 9, 1945, in Pontiac, MI, Larry was the son of the late Anton Larry LaRousa and Eleanor McArthur and was preceded in death by a brother,

George Thayer. Mr. LaRousa served our country in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War. A celebration of life was held February 27, 2024, at Cleveland Funeral Services in Shelby.

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

A service of Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc.

Rev. Joe Ronald Edwards, age 90, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Louise Edwards of the home; two daughters, Donna Pendleton of Lawndale, NC, and Debra Jones of Lattimore, NC; four grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and a brother, Don Edwards of Charleston, SC.

Born October 14, 1933, in Lavonia, GA, Rev. Joe Edwards was the son of the late Bethel E. Edwards and Pearl Franks Edwards and was preceded in death by three brothers, Milton Edwards, Lloyd Edwards, and Herman Edwards.

Mr. Edwards served our country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. A graveside service was held March 13, 2024, at Cleveland Memorial Park conducted by Rev. Tom Runyon.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Childrens Research Hospital, 501st Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or to Beaver Dam Baptist Church, 123 Beaver Dam Church Road, Shelby, NC 28152.

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

A service of Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc.

BARBARA ADAMS

Barbara Adams, age 72, of Lawndale, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Barbara was born on October 6th, 1951 and was the daughter of the late Mozon and Lucille Heffner. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Charles and Tommy Heffner. She is survived by her husband, Jerry Adams: two

sons, Richard Adams and his wife, Crystal, and Jerel Adams; two daughters, Stephanie Davidson, and Annie Clack and her husband, Michael; one son-inlaw, Rusty Davidson; one brother, Johnny Heffner; eleven grandchildren and twenty-two great grandchildren.

A funeral service was held March 24, 2024, at Plainsview Baptist Church with the Rev. Wayne Key and Rev. Allen Davis officiating. Entombment followed in the Rose Hill Memorial Park Mausoleum.

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

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

LOOKADOO GOFORTH

Mary Kathleen Lookadoo Goforth, 94, passed away Friday, March 21, 2024.

Born in Cleveland County on November 15, 1929, she was the daughter of the late G.P. Lookadoo and Maggie Lee Terry Lookadoo.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Goforth, a granddaughter, a great grandson, brothers, Donald Lookadoo and Clifford Lookadoo and her sister, Donnis Moose.

Kathleen is survived by her son, Charles Warren Goforth wife Sherry; two daughters: Connie Greene husband Tommy and Kim Tongel husband Ralph; her brother, J.D. Lookadoo Sr.; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

A funeral service was held March 23, 2024, at Pleasant City Church in Shelby, NC. Burial followed at Cleveland Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to the Madison Childhood Cancer Foundation: 679 Victorian Circle Dallas, GA 30157.

Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

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

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

Matthew 5:4

MARY PAISELY WOODS

Mary Paisley Woods, 66, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on March 19, 2024.

She was born in Lincoln County, NC, daughter of the late Joe Smith Paisley and Ola Mae Horne Paisley and was preceded in death by a sister, Gail Reynolds.

She is survived by her son, Michael Brendle, Kings Mountain, NC; three grandchildren; sisters: Bobbi Wallace (Jeff), Gastonia, NC, and Rachel Pervine, Kings Mountain, NC; and brotherin-law: Tim Reynolds, Kings Mountain, NC.

Graveside service was held March 24, 2024 at Bessemer City Cemetery with Pastor Jay Price officiating.

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC

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Liberty Mountain hosts local auditions at the Joy Theatre

By Jeremy Trent Homesley Liberty Mountain:

The Revolutionary Drama returns to Kings Mountain this fall for its 10th year celebrating the southern battle that turned the tide of the American Revolution back toward victory. This exciting, actionpacked performance depends on professionals and locals alike to join together and recreate history. For four weekends leading up to the anniversary of the Battle of Kings Mountain, October 7th, the epic showdown between the American Patriot Militia and a larger force of British Loyalists under the fierce command of Major Patrick Ferguson explodes into life in downtown Kings Mountain at the Joy Theatre.

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Liberty Mountain depends on local support and talent to build a company capable of portraying real history for modern audiences. With upcoming local auditions, which will take place on April 6th and 7th at the Joy Theatre from 3-5 pm both days, we asked Liberty Mountain alumni Daylen Jones how it felt to play a character based on a real historical figure.

this March. Liberty Mountain was proud to represent Kings Mountain, North Carolina to the professional theater community that thrives in our region.

NEHI PEACH CHERRY SUN DROP

TIGER’S BLOOD GRAPE

“In the production, I play Captain Abraham Depeyster, an affluent commissioned officer stemming from a family of military service. He served as second in command to Major Patrick Ferguson in the Battle of Kings Mountain. For some, it may be difficult to imagine someone like me playing such a character. Playing alongside ‘The Bad Guy’ comes with having to justify the character’s actions, regardless of your own belief. Preparing for my role, I’ve had to dig deep and learn more about the history of the world that surrounds me. Which I will say has been the most enriching part of this ongoing journey.

Being a part of Liberty Mountain, working alongside the playwright (Bob Inman), and exploring the

city of Kings Mountain and the super-talented cast and crew has opened my heart and allowed me to consider new perspectives because this story is truly timeless. As I’ve mentioned, there are so many themes that are still relevant today. One is that we all have our own reasons for our actions that no one else is aware of. Everyone lives in their own personal reality filled with stories that we tell ourselves in order to navigate through life. Some might say that there’s three sides to every story; your side, my side, and the truth.”

The truth is, Daylen is an impeccable actor and playwright, and all-around true theater-professional, one of the many gifted people who have shared those gifts and talents with Kings Mountain and also gained valuable stage combat and educational theater experience in the process. We hope for a good turnout at local auditions. Local and regional actors will get a chance to meet and work alongside professionals recruited from all over America who participated in the Southeastern Theater Conference auditions in Mobile, Alabama,

Again, auditions happen April 6th and 7th from 3-5 pm both days at the Joy Theatre located at 202 S Railroad Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Prepare a 45-60 second monologue, and if you would like to be considered for a choral role, have a 30-45 second song excerpt prepared to sing acapella.

We are also accepting Virtual Auditions, which can be submitted online directly through our website: https:// www.libertymountaindrama. com/ Information can also be found at www.kmlt.org or by visiting us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/LibertyMountainDrama

Please help us spread the word about Liberty Mountain’s local auditions.

Tell your family and friends, your local theater groups and playhouses, and especially anyone interested in living history, historical reenacting, or educational theater. Thank you for reading and your continued support. See you this fall!

(Ed. Note: The recipes in today’s Cooking Corner are from First Presbyterian Church in Kings Mountain.)

Add chicken. Pour sauce over. Top with cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake at 350 degrees 25 minutes. Serves 4.

½ pkg. sliced almonds

1 can cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup

CHICKEN DIVINE

Sylvia Neisler

3 or 4 chicken breasts

1 10 oz. pkg. broccoli

spears

½ tsp. lemon juice

SAUCE

1 can cream of mushroom sauce

½ cup mayonnaise

½ t. curry powder

TOPPING

½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

¼ breadcrumbs mixed in 1 Tbs. melted butter

Simmer chicken in salt water until done. Debone. Cook broccoli according to package directions. Line casserole with butter. Put in drained broccoli.

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STEW BEEF

Christine Ramseur

2 lbs. stew beef

Trim off some of fat. Add 1 can onion soup and 1 can mushroom soup undiluted. Cover with foil and bake at 325 degrees for 3 hours. Serve over rice.

ENGLISH PEA

CASSEROLE

Daisy Queen

1 large can of Peas

1 small jar of sliced mushrooms

3 boiled eggs

1 t. Worcestershire sauce 1 small onion

½ stick margarine

½ cup crushed potato chips

Put potato chips and margarine on top and bake 350 degrees about 20 minutes or until bubbly.

PINEAPPLE UPSIDE CAKE

Marion Thomasson

1 cup sugar

3 eggs

5 Tbs. pineapple juice

1 cup flour

1 t. baking powder

Pinch salt

Melt one stick butter in pan. Place pineapple in pan, then cover with brown sugar. Slow oven.

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Saturday, March 30

What: Waco Community Volunteer Fire Department Easter BBQ

When: 9:00 am until 1:00 pm, March 30.

Where: Waco Community Volunteer Fire Department, 421 S. Main St., Waco, NC.

More Info: Whole butt $45, chopped butt $50, comes with a pint of homemade sauce, your choice of a pint of red (bbq) slaw or white (cole) slaw. Payment accepted will be cash, check or credit card at time of order or on pickup day. Easy to order; call 704-435-3212, visit wacovfd.org click on the pig, find your favorite Waco firefighter.

Saturday, April 20

What: HIKE and PET n’ SIP

When: 11:00 am until 3:00 pm, April 20.

Where: Veronét Vineyards & Winery, 1549 Ike Brooks Dr., Kings Mountain, NC

More Info: Presented by Veronét Vineyards & Winery and Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza (CARE). Come out and enjoy a nice hike/walk or run with a CARE rescue dog and make some new friends in the process. This is great fun and socialization for the doggies and humans too! 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, what size and energy level of dog you would like to walk, so we can match you with a dog. Hike starts at 11:00 am, so arrive at 10:45 am, so we can get you matched up with your pup. The trail is gorgeous and you can have a great time along with one of our dogs. Trail is not too long, nor strenuous. After the hike sit and enjoy the beautiful scenery, enjoy some delicious Veronét wines, and Mr. Greek Food Truck will also be on-site that day. Sign up on Facebook, find Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza, and under the Events page, click on the Veronét event, then click on Discussion, to take you to the SignUpGenius page. C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization.

Neighborhood Calender Deadline: Friday, 3 PM, prior to Thursday’s Edition. Go to shelbyinfo.com & click on SUBMIT EVENTS.

~ANNOUNCEMENTS~

Oneblood Schedule: Donors receive a $20 e-gift card and Oneblood insulated lunch tote.

Saturday, March 30, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Tractor Supply, Shelby.

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, 704-6922092 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 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.

Writers Ink: a local writing club. Meets on the first Friday of each month. The next meeting will be held on April 5, 2024 from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm, in the front conference room of the Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library, 104 Howie Dr., Shelby, NC. Writers of all genre and levels are welcomed and asked to bring samples to share with the group.

Cliffords Corner inside Rollover Pets: EVERY FRIDAY!! Looking for some fun and the chance to play with and love on some sweet and adorable rescue dogs?? Come get your weekend started off with a smile, laughter and a happy heart. Come hang out in Clifford’s Corner, inside RollOver Pets, 105. W. Warren in Uptown Shelby. C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) will be there from 11 am to 2 pm with just a handful of the dogs they have in rescue and foster. C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization. Please note, we Do Not do same day adoptions, so if you are looking to adopt an adorable new family member and want to take home the same day, you need to fill out an adoption application now, ahead of the event, AND get preapproved. The link to get the adoption application form and to see many of our dogs in rescue, is below for your convenience. https:// cliffordsarmyrescue.com/1423-2/

Carter Webster gathers eggs to put in his basket during the hunt at the Easter Egg Hunt at Hanna Park. The Event is sponsored by Shelby City Parks and Recreation. Jeff Melton photo

ANNOUNCEMENTS

GOLDEN DOMERS TOY AND

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

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HOMETOWN SHELBY SHOP.

Visit the HometownShelby.com

Shop to see the favorite products available to those in the Carolinas NC4Ever@USA.com

TOY SHOW & COLLECT-

IBLES. Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Old Mooresboro School Gym, 308 Main Street, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 9:00AM-3:00PM.

Admission $5, Under 10 FREE . $30 Set Up Fee $30, limit of 3 tables. Bring your own tables. Setup time 7:00AM-9:00AM.

CASH ONLY! For Questions

Call Keith at 828-351-8822 (6pm-8pm) or David at 704692-7702.

ONLINEMALLPLUS.COM.

Visit www.nc4ever.com/ and see the latest new shops, products and more NC4Ever@USA. com

EMPLOYMENT

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

PART-TIME MINISTER OF MUSIC. Mount Vernon Baptist Church, Forest City, NC is seeking a part-time Minister of Music. Send resume to mountvernonforestcity@ gmail.com or mail to 2676 Hudlow Road, Forest City, NC 28043 (828) 286-9294 mountvernonforestcity@gmail.com

SEEKING STRONG MAN OR WOMAN for yard work, greenhouse and some house work. Lawndale. Cash. (704) 3004530

HIRING. LOOKING FOR GENERAL LABORER. Must have drivers license. Apply in person at 1025 County Home Rd Shelby NC.

BUSINESS SERVICES

CONCRETE REMOVAL, JUNK REMOVAL, DEMOLITION, retaining walls, pavers and grading. 828-453-8113.

FOR REASONABLE RATE

LAWN SERVICE. Call (704) 472-4737

LAWN CARE. If you need

Lawn Care, Mowing, Trimming or Blowing, call 980-522-3335.

CLEVELAND COUNTY GA-

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

BUSINESS SERVICES

*WATERPROOFING, *MOLD TREATMENT, *GUTTER CLEANING. Residential & Business. Free estimates. Call (980) 245-1134

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER RE-

PAIR. Skid Steer, Wreckers, Rollbacks, Splitters, Tractors, etc. 30 years experience. Shelby, NC. (Joe) (704) 692-1097

HANDYMAN SERVICES.

NOW IS THE TIME. Over 25 years Exp! Install Replace Hot water Heaters, Mulching, Trees and Bushes trimmed, Minor Repairs, Ceiling Fans, Mini Blind Installation, Any Handyman Services. No Job too Big or Small! References available. We will show up and do the job. Call us first, 704692-4449.

THE CONTRACTOR. Painting, roofing, tile floors, wood decks, fences & carpentry work. Free estimates. Ask for Jim or Harold 828-429-7511 or 828-395-3601.

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

FULL-LINE TACK & REPAIR

SHOP: New wagon horse harness & saddle repaired, cleaned, oiled, come see J.D. at 591 Short Road, Ellenboro, NC 28040. Closed Sunday & Thursday.

PAINTING SERVICES. Over 25 years experience, affordable prices. Professional results. References available. Free estimates. Charles, or leave message. (704) 4358062.

HOME REMODELING. Interior and exterior remodeling. Call today for your free estimate! (828) 244-7087 charliejohnston32@gmail.com

CAMERA VIDEO AUDIO TV INSTALLATION. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO INSTALL HOME SECURITY CAMERAS? OR AUDIO/VIDEO/TV MOUNTS.

CALL FOR AN ESTIMATE

TODAY AT 704-466-2333 (704) 466-2333

CONCRETE WORKS. DRIVEWAYS, PATIOS, GARAGE SLABS, Concrete repairs and removable. Bobcat work also available. 828-716-0510.

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

FREE BREAKFAST. Eggs, bacon, sausage, livermush breakfast. Easter Sunday, March 31st, 8:45 am-9:45 am. Cornerstone Church, 202 Margrace Rd, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

YARD SALE. Fri., March 29, 12pm-5pm. Sat., March 30, 8 am-until. Dirt Bike, 4 wheeler, vintage clothing apparel, shoes, purses, luggage & misc. 1821 McBrayer Spring Rd., Shelby, NC 28150

YARD SALE. Sat, March 30th, 7AM-12 PM. Household items, toys, clothes, fishing equipment, etc. 109 Lindsey Dr., Shelby, NC 28150

YARD SALE Sat Mar 30th. 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Sat Apr 6th. 8:00 AM - 01:00 PM, 434 Leander St., Shelby, NC 28152 (704) 482-7880

YARD SALE. Sat., March 30th, 7:30am-1:30pm. Household Furniture indoor and outdoor, clothes, kitchen items, decorations, pictures, more. 238 Pinnacle Crossing, Shelby, NC 28152

POLK COUNTY

EXCLUSIVE ESTATE SALE of William Woody and parents, Dr. John and Louise Woody. 3/28, 11am-6pm; 3/29, 10am-6pm; & 3/30/24, 8am6pm. Partial listing: oriental rugs, oil paintings, water colors, prints, book collection, furniture (with Walnut Harvest table), cobblers bench, beds, chairs, clothes, Defiant wood stove, washers, dryers, refrigerators, Yamaha CR600 stereo receiver, lawnmower, tiller, 1961 Tryon Steeple Chaise poster. Some additions: 3’x5’ oil on canvas seascape/nude c.1900 by Irish Artist Haynd; mint condition Dooney & Burke and Coach handbags. Much more. Cash or good check. ATM nearby. 828-388-4020, 828-388-4255. Directions: NC 108 & US 176. 235 Fox Trot Lane, Tryon, NC 28782

FOR SALE

DISCOUNT APPLIANCES. Refrigerators, washers, dryers and stoves. 704-477-4766. 1205 Earl Road, Shelby, NC. (704) 477-4766

TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER

TRAILERS, Flatbed Trailers, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704-434-6389, (704) 473-0867

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

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

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

CARPORTS, GARAGES, BOAT, RV COVER HAY

BARNS, Etc. “Check Out Our Price Before You Buy... There Is Difference!” J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 245-5895 FOR

SALE

METAL ROOFING FOR SALE

INSTOCK! Deliveries Twice A Week. One Piece or the Whole Roof. J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City. (828) 245-5895

NEW-USED TRAILERS

PARTS & ACCESSORIES FOR ALL TYPES OF TRAILERS. 1500 Square Feet of Parts, Axles, Tires, Lights, Gates, Ramps, etc. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City, (828) 245-5895

STORAGE BUILDINGS

WOOD OR METAL. New, Used, Repo. New Buildings from $3756.00. Inventory changes weekly! J. Johnson Sales, inc. 2690 Hwy. 221 South, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

TRAILERS NEW5X10 WITH GATE $1395. Areas Largest Trailer Inventory, Equipment, Dumps, Landscape, Enclosed, Gooseneck “New & Used”. Best Cash Deals Around, Credit Cards, Financing, Rent to Own, No Credit Check Available. J. Johnson Sales, inc. Forest City. (828) 245-5895

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

SHIPPING CRATE $35.00. Wood shipping crates for sale with some lids. 3 different sizes. I can send pictures.I have a few smaller crates ideal for planter. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net

BLUE LOVE SEAT. Like new, pillows included. (704) 8604247

SMALL STOVE WOOD. Cut, split and delivered, was $75. Price reduced to $65! Throw off load only. 828-395-0758.

L3301 KUBOTA TRACTOR

4x4 Hyd. Top & Side Link. Gear Shift, Shuttle 3rd Function valve, Front end loader. less than 200 hrs. $22,500. 704616-0309.

OLD SCHOOL GAS JUGS. 5 gallon, a 2.5 gallon and 1 gallon. These are old school filler necks with air release ports. $20, $15, $10. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

TRACTORS, EQUIPMENT, RIDING MOWERS, GARDEN TILLERS, GO-KARTS. Ready to mow. All in excellent condition. Can deliver, 30+ years experience in repair work. 828980-0853, 704-476-9383.

KEROSENE HEATER, like new $70. Large Igloo doghouse $60. Two aluminum loading ramps for truck, used twice $80. 828-286-4426.

FOR SALE

2 DRYERS, 1 WASHER, FREE. (Need minor repairs) ALSO: Oval shaped oak table w/8 chairs. Good condition. $495. 2-leafs, 2-pedestals. 2HP electric air compressor, w/20 gallon tank. $195. 828289-1817.

HORSE TRAILER $3000. Horse trailer, holds 4 horses. One broken window in the tack area. See photos. JonesDan@ mac.com

CARSON CITY SILVER DOLLARS & 1 OZ. SILVER BARS & ROUNDS Available (While Supplies Last)* Plus:

KNIVES•KNIVES•KNIVES at Jake’s Knives & Coins located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. Call 704-600-6996 or (980)

295-5568

JOHN DEERE GATOR. 6 x 4 dump bed, 75 hours. (704) 538-8306

LAWN MOWERS $2200 2022 Ariens. 52in cut. Zero turn. 172 hours. $2200 2007 Kubota 4WD diesel. 800 hours (704)

300-8201

COMPASS SPORT, DRIVE WHEELS. Compass Sport drive wheels, installed, new. pair. $195. Call Scooterman John (704) 951-4224 mobilityservices07@gmail.com

4 ADJOINING GRAVE PLOTS. In Cleveland Memorial Cemetery. All 4 plots together for $2,000. Individually-$600. Dorothy McSwain - 704-434-6443 or Ed Bowman - 704-740-7744.

ITEMS FOR SALE. Transport Chair, Battery powered wheelchair and Emeril Lagasse Air Fryer. Call 704-482-2235 for price.

GRILLE SIZE PROPANE TANK $10. I have empty grill size propane tanks $10 (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

ROUND CLAW FOOT TABLE. $50 round claw foot table needs top refinished (704) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth. net

WANT TO BUY

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

WANT TO BUY CARS& TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006 CASH FOR YOUR CAR. Running or not, title or no title. Call Charles Dellinger at Red Road Towing. 704-692-6767, (704) 487-0228

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

WANT TO BUY. ATV’s, PopUp Campers and Small Travel Trailers. Call 828-429-3935.

WE’LL BUY YOUR UNWANTED VEHICLES. Cash! Title Preferred. Charlie at 980-4035859.

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

FARM

& GARDEN

GARDEN TILLING SERVICES

AVAILABLE.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

BEAUTIFUL TREEING WALKER COONHOUND MIX. To a good home only $100. Male 8 months old. He is up to date on all of his shots. He is very sweet and energetic and will make a great hunting dog. (704) 4665717

FOR SALE $30.00. American Bulldog Pitt mixed puppies. 10 weeks old. Parents on site, must see. Call Julious (704) 312-9037

MEDIUM MIXED BREED DOG. 1.5 years old. Possible Heeler mix. Up to date on vaccines. GSD/Malinois dog, energetic female. 18 months old. Free to good home. 828-755-7335.

ADORABLE AUSSIE PUPPIES. Male tri-color and male black and white Australian Shepherd puppies. First shots and dewormed. 8 weeks old. 550.00 (828) 223-7435 chuckcin@aol.com

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

GOLDENDOODLE CATAHOULA MIX PUPPIES. Litter of 11 Goldendoodle/Catahoula Puppies. Merle Puppies 400.00. Black puppies 200.00 (704) 214-9775 tobedunn66@ gmail.com

TAKING APPLICATIONS. 10 acre pasture with creek and barn $200 month. For more info call 704-473-0867.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

AKC CANE CORSO. Registered AKC Cane Corso puppies. Shots up to date, ready to go. $1000. (704) 974-2716

TOY POODLE PUPPY. Chocolate and Tan male toy Poodle puppy. First shots & wormed. $400 cash. (704) 477-6762

PUPPIES. 4 SABEL AKC REGISTERED German Shepard puppies. $600 each call for info. (864) 490-3579

3 MONTH OLD MALE, Toy Australian Shepherd. Registered with ASDR. S&W UTD, red Merle. Asking $500. 704418-6454 cell, 704-482-0178 home.

KOI FISH FOR SALE. All colors; short and long fin; 4”-5” $5. Each; larger $10. each. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@ gmail.com

ROTTWEILER PUPPIES. Imported Champion Working Lines. Available March 29. AKC. $1800. each. 828-7557335.

ITALIAN DANIFF PUPPIES.

DESCRIPTION: ITALIAN

DANIFF BASIC PRICE: $1500 (BLUE) EXOTIC PRICE : $2500 (MERLE)

TYPE : AVAILABLE DOB: FEBRUARY 4TH 2024 PUPPY SEX : MALE + FEMALE LOCATION : ELLENBORO NC USA WELCOME TO THE HOLTSCLAW FARM DESIGNER KENNEL WE HAVE BEAUTIFUL MASSIVE TRUE ITALIAN DANIFFS. WE HAVE A GREAT REPUTATION AND COMMUNICATION OVER THE YEARS. WE STRIVE TO BREED BEAUTIFUL STRONG HEALTHY PUPPIES WITH HEALTH GUARANTEE MEDICAL RECORDS AND COMES WITH A WELCOME HOME BASKET. OUR PUPPIES COME WITH TAILS DOCKED AS THIS BREED IS KNOWN TO HAVE VERY DANGEROUS TAILS AT THIS SIZE. WE DON’T OFFER EAR CLIPPING AS OUR VET DOES NOT OFFER THIS AND MOST VETS WILL ONLY DO IT FROM 12 TO 16 WEEKS OLD. OUR PUPPIES ARE WELL SOCIALIZED HERE ON THE FARM WITH TEACUP DOGS TO MASSIVE BREEDS CATS CATTLE AS WELL AS CHILDREN OF ALL AGES. BASIC TRAINING IS STARTED WHILE WAITING PICKUP. THIS INCLUDES PUPPY PAD TRAINING WITH TRANSITION TO HOUSEBREAKING. BASIC COMMANDS AS SIT STAY LEAVE IT THIS IS VERY VITAL DURING THE 1ST 12 WEEKS AS YOUR PUPPY WILL GROW FAST AND BE VERY STRONG OBEDIENCE IS A MUST WITH SUCH A LARGE BREED. (828) 305-1345 THEHOLTSCLAWFARM@GMAIL.COM

PETS & LIVESTOCK

AKC REGISTERED LAB PUPS. 8 male, 3 females. Chocolate & black. $800 each. Taking deposits now. Ready for new home April 15th. 704-6921627 or 704-842-4436.

FOR SALE PALOMINO GELDING. Good trail horse. Friendly and good around other horses and animals. 15 years old. $1,100. 704-300-7538.

AKC DOBERMAN PINSCHERS. European bloodline,tails docked, dew claws removed, health guarantee, full registration, born 3/11/2024. $2000. Also have Facebook, Melissa’s Gorgeous Dobies. Taking deposits now. Call 252-360-9827 to schedule time to visit pups & the fam. (252) 360-9827 melissaongaro@yahoo.com

CARS & TRUCKS

1999 FORD TAURUS XE. If you are interested in buying car call 704-240-8023.

2005 GMC YUKON. Very good condition, 120K on motor, 70K on transmission, lots of new parts, dependable. $3500. 828702-2333.

2011 DODGE DAKOTA TRUCK. Automatic, V6, 79,856 miles. Clean, runs great, good tires. $11,500 negotiable. Cash or cashier’s check. 704-2975869.

2009 HYUNDAI SONATA, METALLIC BROWN. 4 door, 4 cal, 133K miles. All maintenance records. (704) 860-4247

2016 FORD FUSION BURGUNDY, AUTOMATIC. 4 cylinder, A/C, Power Seats, Cruise, Alloy Wheels, Power Windows & Locks, 131,782 miles, $8495, (704) 482-0441

1979 CADILLAC SEDAN RARE CLASSIC. 425 engine, 400 transmission, 61,000 miles, needs no work, drive anywhere. 870-404-4810.

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

1979 HARLEY DAVIDSON. SUPER GLIDE. FOR SALE. Motorcycle can be seen at Metrolina Motorsports in Kings Mountain on Hwy 161. (Off 74 bypass) 864-425-9123.

CAMPERS

2014 R-POD 178 TRAVEL

TRAILER. Excellent condition, full kitchen, heat/air, sleeps 4, many extras, $11,000. Appointments: 828-447-8475.

2018 THOR MOTOR HOME. Price $54,100. 13,064 miles. Call Wayne for information. (704) 300-3578

REAL ESTATE

CLEVELAND COUNTY

TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND/OR STARTER HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call (704) 472-0006

POLK COUNTY

SUNNYVIEW, NC FOR SALE

BY OWNER. Convenient location, 4 acre wooded house lot on quiet country road. $52,000. Owner financing available. 828429-3287.

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT. Warren Street in Shelby NC. (828) 748-9168

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

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

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

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

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

LOCK TITE STORAGE. Units available for rent at 209 South Main Street, Boiling Springs, NC. (704) 434-7800

405 MORTON STREET, SHELBY, NC. 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Newly remodeled. Central Heat and air. No appliances included. No pets. Non smoking. Criminal background check and proof of income required. $850 month, $500 deposit. Contact Tommy Wilson with Clay & Associates. (704) 418-1251

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

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

CAMPER FOR RENT $975.00 a month. $25 App fee per adult. 1624-7 S Post Road Shelby NC.7 704-214-4180.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

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

OAKLAND- 2 bedroom apartment, like new. SS appliances. $695 plus deposit and references. Only well qualified apply. 828-351-3322.

2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES for rent. Ellenboro area. No calls after 9pm. Call 828-3051650 or 828-755-5257.

QUIET, CLEAN, SAFE, STUDIO APARTMENT. Are you 55 years or older and looking for a quiet, safe and clean setting to call home? We have a studio apartment available in our fabulous 12 unit community that might be the right fit for you. ... Rent of $675/ month includes: * Refrigerator * Stove * Oven *