It’s an unfortunate fact that sometimes youths become involved in activities or lifestyles that cause them to come in contact with the court system or other agencies and that’s where the Cleveland County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) often steps up to help.
JCPC has identified a variety of youth-centric services needed in Cleveland County including: Individual/Group/Mixed Counseling, Interpersonal Skill Building, Services addressing Problem Sexual Behavior, Mentoring, psychological Assessment, Family Counseling, and Tutoring/Academic En-
Cleveland County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council provides
ing nine different programs.
Sara Brunner, District 27 Chief Court Counselor, explained how the money is given out.
“The funding is based on the county’s juvenile population, and the services that get funded are based off of risk/need data for court involved and at risk
Assembly to the N.C. Dept. of Public Safety. We receive our disbursement from the Community Programs Section of the Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, and the funding is managed by Cleveland County Finance.”
Volunteerism is at the heart of JCPC. Volunteer Margie Christopher stressed that fact.
“The whole council is made up of volunteers from the agencies,” she said. “This whole process involves a village.” See JUVENILE, Page 8
Johnson, JCPC Area Consultant.
Derrick Harris, Program Manager for
Kimberly Townsend, Chef, Kids at Work.
NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR
Saturday, June 29
What: Yard Sale Fundraiser
When: 8:00 am until 1:00 pm, June 29. Where: Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 502 W. Sumter St., Shelby, NC.
More Info: CARE’s world famous yard sale, World Famous because we always have just a bit of everything imaginable at our yard sales. We have tons of donations, from furniture, tools to clothes, shoes, books, and who knows what else. Purchase a bag for only $5, and fill it with clothes. Come get some great bargains and support those with no voice. All proceeds will benefit the abandoned, the abused, the neglected, the sick, the injured, the frightened and the feral so that they may have the life they so deserve. C.A.R.E (Clifford’s Army Rescue Extravaganza) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all volunteer, dog rescue organization.
~ANNOUNCEMENTS~
Community Blood Drives: Donors receive a $20 e-gift card and Oneblood July 4 t-shirt. Tuesday July 2, 9am – 2pm, Post Office, Kings Mountain. Wednesday July 3, 10am – 3pm, Starbuck’s, Kings Mountain.
2024 Lattimore 4TH of JULY Celebration: Celebrate your freedom by being a part of the Lattimore Fourth of July Celebration on Thursday, July 4th! The parade will begin at 9 am and will feature floats, tractors, horses, antique cars, go carts, and much more. At the conclusion of the parade, a patriotic program and musical entertainment will be featured at the recreation park of Lattimore Baptist Church. Concessions and lunch will be sold by the Lattimore Baptist Youth Department to raise funds for youth projects. Entries are needed for the parade! Businesses, families, and individuals desiring to enter floats, cars, etc. in the parade should line up on Towery Road at 8:30 am. To provide an entry for the parade or ask questions, please call 704-434-2620, email townoflattimore@gmail.com, or visit the town’s Facebook page @TownofLattimore.
~ANNOUNCEMENTS~
Casar’s July 4th Celebration Thursday, July 4th at 5pm. Independence Day festivities at Casar Park includes, Fireworks Extravaganza, live music by 226 South, on stage, Casar’s Got Talent Show, Casar’s Water Games, Turtle Race, Bounce House & Slide, Games, Music, Face Painting, Food, & More!
Belwood Heritage Museum: The museum will be open on Sunday, July 7 from 2pm until 4pm. Located at 133 Carpenter’s Grove Church Road in Belwood, just east of the old Belwood School. Admission is free.
Writers INK: Held on the second Friday of the month, July 5 falls on the Fourth of July weekend. The July 12 meeting will be held in the first conference room at the Cleveland County Library in Shelby from 1-3pm. This months writing prompt is to write about a childhood memory. Writers of all levels are welcome to attend and can bring writing samples to share with the group. In August the meetings will return to the regular schedule of meeting on the first Friday of each month.
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.
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We believe that our employees should be appreciated, given opportunities for personal and professional development, and work in a supportive environment that emphasizes preparing our students for a successful future.
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Preparing Today’s Students to Become Tomorrow’s Leaders
By Gary Miller
Local farmers have been cutting hay. On a normal year, most fields will be cut twice. The amount of rainfall, however, always determines whether there is a lack or an abundance. The first cutting is usually in late May or June. This gives the grass another opportunity to produce before the drought of summer stunts it for the year. One of the tragedies that always happens is the death of newborn fawns. Unfortunately, these young deer lay in the field, thinking they are hiding, and are killed by the farmer’s tractor or the hay implements. It happens every year. There’s a mechanism and trait that nature has given these new-born deer. They are scent free and the white dots on their sides act as visual camouflage as well. If these fawns cannot be smelled or seen, they are most likely not going to be discovered by a predator. This is also the reason they refuse to move when unusual activity happens around them. Again, they have the built-in mechanism to remain still to not be detected. Unfortunately, if they are hidden in a hay field, this same trait that is supposed to protect them, instead causes their death.
All of nature is uniquely balanced in the same way. If this balance is maintained, there is harmony, and creation moves as God intended. When the balance moves in an extreme direction one way or the other, this harmony is lost. And in the case of nature, something usually dies. Look at any scenario and you will see that extremes are always lacking, and balance is always more complete and less fragile. I find this true also with human nature. I find it equally important for Christians. Extremism in Christianity produces division and fosters hatred. It has no choice but to be legalistic and by default judgmental. It can be prideful and exclusive. And none of these characteristics describe the grace of God that was given to us, nor the grace of God we are to give to others. Grace is messy. Its parameters are not easily defined. Its rules are not easily understood. I believe God wanted it that way. That way, when we don’t know the answer or what to do, we will always default to “I will love my neighbor as myself.”
Gary Miller has written Outdoor Truths articles for 21 years. He also speaks at wildgame dinners and men’s events for churches and associations. gar y@outdoortruths.org
Juan Luis eats an ear of roasted corn at last weekend's rodeo at Polkville Baptist Church. Jeff Melton photo
GARY MILLER
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JUVENILE
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On June 5, JCPC members met at the Cleveland Country Club to celebrate the organization’s good work and to recognize folks who played an especially important role in it.
At the appreciation banquet, representatives of each of the funded agencies reported on their activities of the past year. The list included Derrick Harris of Freedom House reporting on PORT (substance abuse services), Common Sense Parenting and Hand Up Solutions; Beth Fox of the Mediation Center reporting on Teen Court, Juvenile Mediation and Community Service and Restitution; Rodney Borders from Cleveland County Schools reporting on Cleveland Early Interventions; Kimberly Townsend from ASPIRE reporting on Kids at Work and Dawn Stover from CORE services reporting on Adversity Impact Assessments.
Certificates of appreciation were given to Sherrie Geer, Chair of the Monitoring Committee, Kevin Oliver, Chair of the Planning Committee and Margie Christopher, Chair of the Allocations Committee.
Jamey Davis, Chair of JCPC thanked each for their leadership then recognized all members of the Council for their service.
The Juvenile Court Counselor staff were thanked for their service to the youth of Cleveland County and to their supervisor who is Brunner.
A special award went to Greg Ledford, owner of Community First Media Group. Ledford was given a plaque of appreciation from Christopher. The recognition was for the fact that Ledford publishes twice a year and free of charge in the Kings Mtn. Herald and Shelby Shopper an ad announcing the availability of JCPC funds and the information on how to apply for them.
Christopher explained why Ledford was honored.
“We are required to notify non-profits and the general public when funds become available,” she said. “Greg has for at least twenty years published this information. He’s been very generous to the council in getting the information out.”
Ledford says he is amazed at the work the JCPC does.
“It is a great honor to be part of the JCPC’s success and to help them,” he said. “I am blown away by the number of programs that JCPC funds and impressed by how dedicated our law enforcement is engaged with the program. To hear the
success stories from JCPC shows how vital its hard work is to our youth and our community.”
The excellent evening of accolades and amiability concluded with a report by Melissa Johnson, JCPC Area Consultant, who spoke about the NC SAFE campaign, a state level initiative for securing firearms.
Here’s more information on Cleveland County Juvenile Crime Prevention Committee agencies and programs.
CLEVELAND COUNTY 2024-25 JCPC FUNDED PROGRAMS
PORT : Sponsoring Agency: Freedom House of Mecklenburg
Component: SubstanceAbuse Counseling Providing Opportunities in Recovery for Teens (PORT) Program provides Substance use screenings, assessments, evaluations, counseling, community-based interventions, and urinalysis for juvenile court involved youth experiencing challenges with substance use. The CADC/ CPS, LCAS-A, or CADC-R provides counseling during crisis, counsel youth in the community, assist the family in arranging other services, and assists with transportation when necessary and appropriate.
Common Sense Parenting: Sponsoring Agency: Freedom House of Mecklenburg Contact Information: Derrick Harris, derrick@freedomhousenc.com
704-923-5539
Common Sense Parenting is a practical, skill-based parenting program that can be applied to every family. The program’s logical strategies and easy-to-learn techniques address issues of communication, discipline, decision-making, relationships, self-control and school success. Our target population is court involved youth 6-17 years of age who are involved with juvenile court and ordered or referred to complete family counseling as part of juvenile court diversion/probation.
HandUp Solutions: Sponsoring Agency: Freedom House of Mecklenburg Contact Information: Derrick Harris, derrick@freedomhousenc.com 704-923-5539
HandUp Solutions is a community-based workforce preparedness program for youth involved with juvenile services. The program provides clear exploration and assessment services, and the opportunity to develop soft skills necessary for the workplace. HandUp Solutions helps youth and their
families in completing conditions of their probation. The staff work closely with juvenile justice services to assess the needs of each involved youth to prepare them for success in the workforce.
Juvenile Mediation: Sponsoring Agency: Mediation Center of the Southern Piedmont
Contact Information: Beth Fox, bfox@mediationcsp. com or, Anne Harrelson, aharrelson@mediationcsp. com, 704-868-9576
Component: Mediation/ Conflict Resolution: Restorative Justice Conferencing leads young offenders to take responsibility for their actions by learning and understanding the impact and consequences of their actions and sends them a clear message about accountability. Positive Impact classes are part of the process. These classes give youth the tools to realize the harm their actions have caused, enable them to make better choices and allow them to be accountable for their actions and choices.
Cleveland County Teen Court: Sponsoring Agency: Mediation Center of the Southern Piedmont. Contact Information: Beth Fox, bfox@mediationcsp.com 704-868-9576
Component: Teen Court
Teen Court is an alternative to adjudication through the Juvenile Court/District Court. It provides an opportunity for juvenile offenders, who accept responsibility for their offense, to go before a jury of peers and be represented by a teen attorney. The teen jury listens to testimony and decides an appropriate sentence based on guidelines provided by an adult judge. Upon successful completion, the referring agency will be notified and charges against the juvenile will not be pursued further.
Cleveland County Restitution & Community Service: Sponsoring Agency: Mediation Center of the Southern Piedmont, Contact Information: Beth Fox, bfox@mediationcsp.com
704-868-9576
Component: Juvenile Restitution & Community Service
The goal is to offer juvenile offenders an option to give back to the community. It leverages local businesses, government agencies, and non-profit agencies to provide opportunities for youth to pay back restitution and offers a way for them to be held accountable and to repair some of the harm caused by their conduct. Monetary restitution is a process by which juvenile offenders are held partially or fully accountable for the financial losses suffered by the
victims of their crimes.)
Cleveland Early Intervention: Sponsoring Agency: Cleveland County Schools
Cleveland Early Intervention (CEI) is an interpersonal skill building program based at Turning Point Academy, alternative school in Cleveland Co. Schools. CEI employs a Life Skills Coordinator to teach interpersonal skills to youth placed at TPA that are referred due to social skills deficits. The LSC provides primarily individual counseling with supplemental group sessions; links students to additional services in and out of school and provides opportunities to learn and model new skills.
Kids at Work! : Sponsoring Agency: Aspire Youth & Family
Contact Information: Kim Castano, kim@aspirenc.org 828-226-5533
Component: Interpersonal Skill Building
Kids at Work is an interpersonal skills development program based around the culinary arts. Youth are a part of the program for 16 weeks and meet for three hours once a week for instruction. The curriculum consists of 24 hands-on lessons that are designed to meet the clients unique learning styles and help them apply the skills in a work environment. Youth 14 and older also complete training in ServSafe and take the certification exam. All program youth will receive a vocational assessment.
Adversity Impact Assessment (AIA) : Sponsoring Agency: Children’s Homes of Cleveland County Contact Information: Celena Ditz, cdtiz@ chccinc.org 704-848-2558
Adversity Impact Assessments are the enhanced trauma informed Clinical Assessments required by the juvenile court to help court counselors, at-risk youth-serving agencies, and judges to assess risks and determine the most appropriate intervention, consequences, and treatment for youth facing adjudication. Clinicians spend an extensive amount of time with the youth and collateral contacts to develop a holistic recommendation to best support the youth. A copy of the assessment will be provided to the court counselor upon completion.
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3 medium yellow squash
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1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
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2 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons milk
• Preheat the oven to 325°F. Coat a 9×13 pan with nonstick spray and set aside.
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• Spread the cake batter into your prepared pan. In a medium bowl whisk together the brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this evenly on top of your cake.
• Using a butter knife gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the cake batter. Don’t over-swirl, as you want ribbons of the mixture throughout the cake.
• Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick entered into the center of the cake comes out clean.
• Cool cake for 15-20 minutes.
7. In a medium bowl whisk together the powdered sugar and milk. Pour this over the slightly warm
1/2 cup powdered parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning Oil for spraying
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside.
• Thinly slice the squash and place in a bowl of water.
• Combine the cornmeal, breadcrumbs, parmesan and spices in a bowl and mix well.
• Dip each squash slice in the breading and turn so they are evenly coated. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet.
• Bake 15 minutes and check, if the squash is beginning to brown slightly and begin to crisp turn the squash and bake 10-15 minutes more until crispy. If after 15 minutes if the squash is NOT beginning to brown and crisp bake another 5-7 minutes and check again.
• Remove from the oven when both sides of the squash is crispy and the moisture has evaporated.
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Local Fishing Report
Tammy Melton with
The Rutherford County Carolina Bass Club fished Mountain Island Saturday, June 15th.
Here are the tournament results. Congrats to the winners!
• 1st place - The team of Stan Bracket & Jackie Long10.06 pounds.
• 2nd place - The team of Phil Murray & Dean Ford - 8.33 pounds.
• 3rd place - The team of George Crosswhite & Jason Price - 7.09 pounds.
• 4th place - The team of David & Robbie Downey - 6.65 pounds.
Stan Brackett won the big fish of the day award with a 2.86 pound largemouth.
Jason Price won the 2nd big fish of the day award with a 2.68 pound largemouth.
If you have a fishing report or pictures that you would like to share, please send information to me at mawlovesherbabies@gmail.com
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BRGS building fund drive underway
Broad River Genealogy Society (BRGS) urgently needs support to raise funds to expand its current building. While many local genealogical societies have faded due to the rise of online resources like Ancestry. com, the BRGS remains vibrant and essential.
BRGS is a treasure trove of local historical data that isn’t available on the internet. It offers personalized service and dedicated assistance in locating information. Our volunteers go above and beyond to an-
swer every query, regardless of whether the requester is a member or not. This dedication stems from our passion for preserving history and aiding individuals on their personal ancestry journeys.
The organization firmly believes in the value of its organization and its mission to continue preserving and expanding its collection of family histories, Bibles, journals, and personal data, we need to expand our building. The increasing cost of construction has caught us off guard, making your support
more critical than ever.
In a press release last week, it shared, “We are fortunate to have the support of Bob Smith from Tally and Smith Architects, who is generously providing all architectural services free of charge, including drawing plans, contacting engineers, and overseeing the project.
‘Your contribution will help us continue our mission of preserving history and assisting those on their ancestry journeys. Together, we can ensure that the Broad River Genealogical Soci-
ety remains a vital resource for future generations.
“We are much more than a mere “research for records” organization. Thank you for considering our request. Your support makes a significant difference, and any donation, no matter how small, is appreciated,” the board members shared.
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This cowboy is in the process of getting tossed in the saddle bronc riding competition at Rodeo Polkville on Saturday, June 22nd. The annual event is held at Polkville Baptist Church. Jeff Melton photo
Part-Time
Director of Youth Position
Patterson Grove Baptist Church, Kings Mountain, NC, is seeking a Part-Time “Director Of Youth”
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) serving as the primary support person for the Youth. The “Director Of Youth” will come alongside the Pastor in equipping the ministry of the Church with an emphasis upon the spiritual growth of the youth. He/She should demonstrate a love for God and people that is expressed in a passion for evangelism , outreach, and missions. He/She shall have a passion for God’s Word and a willingness to lead the youth and congregation as a whole to serve our community, plan and promote Bible study and activities to prompt spiritual growth for the youth, develop programs to enlist and retain the youth, etc. A complete job description can be viewed @ PGBCKM.org. The Pastor will be the supervisor of “The Director Of Youth”, and all duties will be performed with and under his supervision. This is a contract position for a duration of 12 months with an option for renewal, for an average of 20 hours per week, and at an annual salary of $20,800. If interested, please email questions or resumes by mail to Patterson Grove Baptist Church, 301 Oak Grove Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or email personnel@pgbckm.org Applications will be accepted thru July 31, 2024.
Part-Time Director of Children’s Ministries
Patterson Grove Baptist Church, Kings Mountain, NC, is seeking a Part-Time “Director Of Children’s Ministries”, to oversee all Children’s Classes and Children’s activities, Birth to Grade 5.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) serving as the primary support person for the Children’s Department. The “Director Of Children’s Ministries” will come alongside the Pastor in equipping the ministry of the Church with an emphasis upon the spiritual growth of the children. He/She should demonstrate a love for God and people that is expressed in a passion for evangelism , outreach, and missions. He/She shall have a passion for God’s Word and a willingness to lead the children and congregation as a whole to serve our community, plan and promote Bible study and activities to prompt spiritual growth for the children, develop programs to enlist and retain the children, etc. A complete job description can be viewed @ PGBCKM.org. The Pastor will be the supervisor of “The Director Of Children’s Ministries”, and all duties will be performed with and under his supervision. This is a contract position for a duration of 12 months with an option for renewal, for an average of 20 hours per week, and at an annual salary of $20,800. If interested, please email questions or resumes by mail to Patterson Grove Baptist Church, 301 Oak Grove Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or email personnel@pgbckm.org
Applications will be accepted thru July 31, 2024.
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OBITUARIES I
Shelby Shopper & Info offers the printing of obituaries in our paper as a community service and free of charge for Cleveland County residents and the immediate area. The obituary may include a picture if the image is of print quality. We request that the obituary is limited to 150 words and we will edit the obituaries due to space. The obituary will include preceded family members, surviving family members, funeral service information, memorials, and the name of the funeral home serving the family. The obituaries will not include names of grandchildren, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, or pets. We only accept obituaries from licensed funeral homes. The deadline is Friday at 1:00 pm prior to the next Thursday's publication.
Edith Marie Hudson Wortman, 92, of Lawndale, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024.
Mr. Sincox served our country in the U.S. Navy during Pearl Harbor and Operation Desert Storm, retiring with 15 ribbons, medals and campaign medals with the highest being Combat Action Ribbon.
He is survived by his son, Douglas Sincox and wife Kim of Wilmington, NC; daughter, Kathleen Sincox McCurry of Kings Mountain, NC; stepson, Rick Rhea and wife Freida of Gastonia, NC; and stepdaughter, Kimberly of Dallas, NC.
Memorials may be made to Zoar Baptist Church, Children and Youth Program, 1740 S. Lafayette Street, Shelby NC 28152.
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc is serving the family.
Cleveland Memorial Park with Reverend Jerry Allen officiating.
Guest register available at harrisfunerals.com.
Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC.
In addition to his parents, Dale is preceded in death by his brother, Dennis Wright and son, Jacob Wright. He is survived by his wife, Janice Ivie Wright, their two daughters, Heather Wright and Ivie Wright (Wesley Nodine), as well as four grandchildren.
Born in Cleveland County, NC on January 31, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Harvey Hudson and Mozelle Crotts Hudson.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul James Wortman; son, Philip Wortman; five brothers, Dwight, Larry, Hugh, Dan and Don Hudson; and two sisters, Faye Willis and Colleen Bowman.
Survivors include her son, James Wortman and wife, Dianne of Fallston; daughter, Kathy Beaver and husband, Keith of Shelby; daughter-inlaw, Sammi Wortman Bailes of Shelby; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; four brothers, Richard Hudson of Vale, Jerry Hudson of Vale, Harvey Hudson, Jr. of Casar, Joe Hudson of Vale and James Pruitt of Casar; and six sisters, Dian Bradshaw of Casar, Nancy Luckadoo of Casar, Dorothy McCurry of Dirty Ankle, Brenda Greene of Lawndale, Della Mae Ledford of Lawndale and Gerri Canipe of Hickory.
A Funeral Service was held June 18, 2024 at Friendly Chapel Baptist Church with the Rev. Norris Willis and Rev. Tom Runyon officiating. The burial followed in the Friendly Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Hospice Cleveland County (VIA Health Partners) 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.
A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.
Mr. Donald Lee Smith, 65, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024.
He was born on April 11, 1959 in Shelby, NC.
He was affectionately known as Donnie or Smitty. Donald was the son of the late Columbus and Louise Smith.
Mr. Smith served our country in the U.S. Army.
He is preceded in death by his parents Columbus and Louise Smith; four sisters, Joan Pettis, Betty Strong, Brenda K. Montgomery, Lowanda Smith; and brother Terry Smith.
Donald is survived by two daughters, Y’Keisha Rankin of Shelby, NC, Donesha Holloway (Johnny) of Shelby, NC; son, Brawdus Littlejohn of Kings Mountain, NC; thirteen grandchildren; two brothers James T. Smith (Patricia) of Shelby, NC and Ricky Abraham of Hickory, NC; sister, Cathy Roseboro (Jerry) of Shelby, NC; and two brothers-in-law, Rev. Isaac Pettis of Statesville, NC and Craymond Strong of Hickory, NC.
A Memorial Service was held by the family at First Presbyterian Church of Kings Mountain, NC on Saturday, July 27, 2024.
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.
RONNIE DEAN BARRETT
Mr. Ronnie Dean Barrett, 80, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024.
A native of Cleveland County, he was born on January 5, 1944, son of the late Purvis and Vernie Sipe Barrett.
Mr. Barrett is survived by one brother, Jerry Barrett of Shelby.
Mr. Barrett served our country in the U.S. Army and later retired from the U.S. Navy.
A Memorial service was held June 20, 2024, in the Chapel of Cleveland Funeral Service and Crematory officiated by Rev. Shane Adkins.
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.
RANDY JAY BOLTON
Randy Jay Bolton, 75, of Shelby, passed away on Saturday June 15, 2024.
A Native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late JB and Reba Self Bolton.
Mr. Bolton served our Country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Suzanne Bolton.
He is survived by his son, Paul Bolton and wife Tonya of Gastonia; two grandchildren; sister, Diane Walker of Charlotte.
Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation Center of Shelby is serving the family. www.claybarnette.com
LEROY BEHELER
James Lolan Winn, 79, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024.
Born in Cleveland County on March 22, 1945, he was the son of the late James Otus Winn and Rebecca Bridges Winn.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Frances Verlinden Winn and wife, Barbara Ledford Winn.
Lolan is survived by his wife, Barbara Luckadoo Winn; his son, James “Jack” Winn (Brian Bish); daughter, Jeanne Sweeney (Jonathan); step-son, Todd Smith (Diane); and his three grandchildren.
The family held a private graveside service at Trinity Baptist Church in Mooresboro, NC.
Memorials may be made in Lolan’s honor to Trinity Baptist Church, Mooresboro, NC or to the charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com
Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.
A funeral service was held June 21, 2024, at Patterson Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Jerome Cash officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com
Please have your funeral home send us your loved ones’ obituaries to obits@shelbyinfo.com That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.
Funeral services were held June 14, 2024 at Macedonia Baptist Church, Waco, NC. Burial was in the church cemetery.
passed away on Tuesday June 11, 2024.
He was born May 11, 1932 in Saginaw, MI, the child of Francis J Sincox and Erna Hefka Sincox. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce R. Sellers.
Mrs. Kelly Lee Kennedy McDaniel, age 62, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Rick McDaniel of the home, her children, Isaac McDaniel (Melissa) of Shelby, NC, and Holden McDaniel (Layla) of Goldsboro, NC, a brother, John Kennedy (Christy) of Shelby, NC, and a sister-inlaw, Donna Adams (John) of Easley, SC, Born May 5, 1962, in Cleveland County, NC, Kelly was the daughter of Jack Kennedy and the late Jean Vanderford Kennedy.
A funeral service was held June 19, 2024, at Zoar Baptist Church conducted by Dr. John Adams. A burial followed at Cleveland Memorial Park.
Leroy Beheler, 81, of Ellenboro, NC, passed away on June 17, 2024.
He was born in Rutherford County, NC, son of the late Angus and Leaner Walker Beheler and was preceded in death by four siblings, Jerry Dean Beheler, Alfred Beheler, Ruby Epley, and Virginia Williams.
He is survived by his daughter, LeeAnn Beheler; and siblings: James Albert Beheler (Carol) and Betty Crawley (Randy).
Graveside service was held June 20, 2024 at
WILLIAM DALE WRIGHT
William Dale Wright, 65, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024.
Born in Cleveland County on October 10, 1958, he was the son of the late William Wright and Stella Allen Wright.
Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.
Peggy Dianne Hutchins Darnell, 77, passed away on Saturday June 15, 2024.
Born in Cleveland County on April 27, 1947, she was the son of the late Mutt and Evelyn Hutchins.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a grandson.
Peggy is survived by her husband, Jerry “Ted” Darnell, son Scott (Katie) Tesseneer, daughter Starla (Max) Torres, daughter Leisa (Tom) Fender and son Eric Darnell, her brother-inlaw Joe (Sandy) Darnell and many loving grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family held services privately.
Cecil M Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is serving
Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com
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Margaret Suzanne Revis, 92, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on June 16, 2024.
She was born in Rutherford County, NC, to the late William T. and Frances Falson McDaniel Searcy.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Millard Wall Revis, and her son, Millard Wall Revis Jr.
She is survived by her daughter, Beverly Brockman and husband Ernest, Summerville, SC; a grandson and four great grandchildren.
OBITUARIES I N R
A funeral service was held June 24, 2024 at Lawndale Baptist Church, with the Rev. Randy Willis officiating. Interment followed in Rose Hill Memorial Park.
A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving
Graveside service was held Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery, Henderson County, NC, with Reverend Anthony Morgan officiating Memorials may be made to the American Legion Post 155 at 613 East Gold Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or to Beulah Baptist Church at 7088 Willow Road, Hendersonville, NC 28739
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.
Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC
ROBERT DAVID SANFORD
Robert David Sanford, age 50, of Lawndale, NC, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.
Robert was born in Cleveland County, North Carolina, on October 22, 1973, to Gary and Patsy Sanford.
In addition to his parents, Robert is survived by his two sons, Dustin and Bradley Sanford, and his eight grandchildren.
Meigs County, OH, he was son of the late Ernest and Mary Ours Johnson and was preceded in death by siblings Ronald Johnson and Phyllis Johnson Blazer.
He is survived by his wife: Gwen Johnson of Kings Mountain; children: Shad Johnson and wife, Melissa; Teresa Johnson; Jennifer Johnson; step-daughter: Nicole Miller; four grandchildren; and two step-grandchildren.
Memorial service was held June 22, 2024 at Anthony Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Dennis Beam officiating.
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.
Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC
In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. He that believe sth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.
John 7:37-38
She was born November 24, 1941 in Cleveland County, NC to the late AV Allen and the late Edna Jones Allen.
She was the widow to the late Berlon Jedediah Short
Mary is survived by her sons: Todd Wayne Short and his wife Ginger, Berlon Jedediah Short Jr. and his wife Dee Jones Hickman; her grandson; and her sisters: Gail Sides and Joyce Hensley.
A celebration of life service for both Mary and Berlon Sr. will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Campfield Memorial Baptist Church with Reverend Nick King officiating. The family will greet friends as they leave from the service. Online condolences may be made at www.eggersfuneralhome.com.
(Matt) of Shelby, NC, and Trinity Elijah Reign Poteat (Ashlyn) of Shelby, NC; six grandchildren; and a brother, Reggie Poteat (Anna) of East Flat Rock, NC.
Born March 4, 1971, in Cleveland County, NC, Aaron was the son of Jay Dean Poteat and Mildred Deaton Keller.
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.
JOE YATES HOUSER
Joe Yates Houser, 73, of Gaffney, SC, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024. Born in Cliffside, NC, he was the husband of Janette “Jan” McHugh Houser and son of the late Yates Wiseman Houser and Lorena Newton Houser.
Surviving in addition to his wife is a son, Steven Houser (Christy) of Rutherfordton, NC; a daughter, Laura Houser Hefner (Ray) of Gaffney; five brothers, Wayne Houser (Peggy), Lance Houser (Linda), Vaughn Houser (Hazel Ann), Mike Houser (Janet) and Kenny Houser (LaDonna), all of Mooresboro, NC; two sisters, Marianne Ramsey and Judy Ruppe, both of Mooresboro, NC; and three grandchildren.
BEDIE TOWERY SURBER
Bedie Towery Surber, 97, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on June 19, 2024.
Born on June 30, 1926 in Cleveland County, North Carolina, she was daughter of the late Fred and Sarah Elmore Towery and was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Howell Surber, sisters Grace Cruz and Ruby Walker, and brothers Paul and Bobby Towery.
Memorial services were held June 24, 2024, at State Line Baptist Church with Reverend Jack Pattillo and Reverend Rob Hefner officiating.
Memorials may be made to: National Kidney Foundation, 508 Hampton Street, Suite 200, Columbia, SC 29201 or State Line Baptist Church, 1328 State Line Church Road, Gaffney, SC 29341.
She is survived by her son, Billy Surber of Kings Mountain, NC; daughter, Sherry Cochrane Freeze and husband, Joel, of Mooresville, NC; a grandson; and two great-grandsons.
AARON HEATH POTEAT
Mr. Aaron Heath Poteat, 53, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024.
He is survived by his wife, Melody Holloway Poteat of the home, his children, Jesse Aaron Poteat (Rachel) of Shelby, NC, Brianna Erin Wease (Tyler) of Shelby, NC, Tori Brooke Poteat (Tyler) of Shelby, NC, Destiny Sade Faith Poteat
Funeral service was held June 23, 2024, at Kings Mountain Baptist Church with Pastor Tim Whitesides officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery.
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.
Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe.
Psalm 18:10
Bridie Dara Buff Upchurch (Penny), of Gaffney SC, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024.
She was born on September 14, 1957, to the late Charles Edward Buff and Hazel Louise Allen.
Penny is survived by her mother, Hazel Louise Allen; her daughter, Christi Armstrong and son-in-law, Johnny Armstrong; four grandchildren; and her son, Johnathan Tabor.
held June 22, 2024, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Shelby, NC. of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024.
She was born in Cleveland County, NC, daughter of the late Richard Patrick Croker and Ellen Bertie Falls Croker Petrosino and was preceded in death by her sister, Kathryn Huffstickler and her brother, Richard "Dick" Croker.
Lydia is survived by her children: Karen "Stevie" Edwards, Kings Mountain, NC, Charles Lee "Butch" Edwards Jr. and wife Donna, Dallas, NC, Donald Scott Edwards and wife Beth, Cherryville, NC, and Ellen Faith "Missy" Edwards, Kings Mountain, NC; and a grandchild.
Funeral service was held June 20, 2024 in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Chaplain Daniel Rushing and Reverend Rebekah Carpenter officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.
Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com. Arrangements: Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC
For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body, according to the working by which He is able even to subdue all things to Himself. Philippians 3:20-21
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OBITUARIES I N R EMEMBRANCE
Ledford, 89, of Kings Mountain, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024.
Don was born on December 24th, 1934 in Lawndale, NC. He was the son of the late William and Ruby Ledford.
In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by his brothers, Ray and Bob Ledford.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara Carter Ledford; two sons, Mark Ledford, and his wife, Debra, and Michael Ledford and his wife, Kimberly; one sister, Linda Putnam and her husband, Gary; one grandchild, and one brother-in-law, Clement Carter and his wife, Lisa.
A funeral service was held June 20, 2024 in the Chapel of Stamey Tysinger Funeral Home, with the Rev. Jim Brackett officiating. Interment followed in Rose Hill Memorial Park.
A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.
MONNA RITA BOYLES
Monna Rita Boyles, age 86, of Vale, NC, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024.
Rita was born on January 13, 1938, and was the daughter of the late H. DeVaughn, Sr. and Selma Boyles.
In addition to her parents, Rita was also preceded in death by her three brothers, Dr. H.D. Boyles, Jr., Dr. Barry Boyles, and Dr. George Keith Boyles.
Rita is survived by one sister-in-law, Mitzi Boyles.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 11:00 am at Hebron Methodist Church with the Rev. Paul Simpson officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the church.
BETTY GLENN GOODSON
Betty Glenn Goodson of Shelby, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.
Born in Cleveland County, NC she was the daughter of the late Zaye Morrison Bridges and Bertie Lee Hamrick Bridges.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Goodson; Bill Glenn father of their two daughters; four brothers, Bobby Bridges, Ted Bridges, Ricky Bridges and Max Bridges and a sister, Beverly Gail Bridges.
Survivors include two daughters, Debbie Martin and husband, Dale of Marion and Lisa Clardy of Shelby; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and two sisters, Elizabeth Jones of Charlotte and Wanda Carpenter of Shelby.
A Funeral Service was held June 21, 2024 at Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Johnny Owens officiating. The burial followed in the Rose Hill Memorial Park.
A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.
Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.
GRACE HAWKINS
WELLMON
Grace Hawkins Wellmon, 94, of Shelby, passed away Wednesday June 19, 2024.
A native of Cleveland County, she was the daughter of the late Gard and Ethel Weaver Hawkins.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Max Arthur Wellmon; brother, GB Hawkins; and sister, Billie Bridges.
She is survived by her son, Arthur Dale Wellmon and wife Kay Blackwood; daughters, Jewel Lynn Wellmon, and Anita Lee Strange; three grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren.
Funeral Services were held June 22, 2024, at Bethel Baptist Church with Dr. Tim Sims officiating. Burial followed in Cleveland Memorial Park private to the family.
Memorials may be made to Bethel Baptist Church Music Ministry.
Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation Center is serving the family.
A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.
Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.
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
Leisa Keller and husband Rick of Mooresville, NC and Lynn Mullinax of Shelby, and two grandchildren.
Memorial Service will be held 2:00 pm, Saturday, June 29, 2024 at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Shelby.
In lieu of flowers the family has asked that memorial donations be made to Hospice of Cleveland county 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby NC 28150 or The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 155 W. Ross Grove Road Shelby NC 28150.
To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.
Tom Moore, 75, of Shelby, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.
Born in Odessa, TX on June 4, 1949, he was the son of the late Dale McDonald Moore and Margie Conn
Mr. Moore served our country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He is survived by his spouse, Susan Robinson Moore and his daughter, Stephanie Moore of Comanche, TX.
The family held a graveside service June 26, 2024 at Cleveland Memorial Park with Minister Candice Wallace officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Hope Animal Hospital: 1042 Sam Lattimore Rd., Shelby, NC 28152
Cecil M Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is compassionately serving the family.
Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com
Reagan and Kendyl Turner were sporting their cowgirl hats at Rodeo Polkville, Saturday night June 22nd, 2024. Jeff Melton photo
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Master Gardner Association of Cleveland County, presented $1000 scholarships to Burns High School seniors
On May 30, Joe Bothel and Anne Eskridge, members of the Extension Master Gardner Association of Cleveland County, presented $1000 scholarships to Burns High School seniors Chloe Jones and Lawton Williams. Jones, on her scholarship application stated that when she enrolled in an agriculture class in high school she discovered “a passion for what I was learning.” She wants to pursue a career in Agricultural Education. She also credits her “wonderful ag teachers” for helping her grow her new-found passion.
On his application, Williams states that his dream is to become a professional bass angler, but understanding that is a lofty goal, he also plans to obtain a degree in wildlife biology. “This career would keep me in touch with the outdoors, which is my passion, and give me the opportunity to do critical work in wildlife and natural resources conservation.”
This is the first year that the Master Gardener group has awarded scholarships, but they plan to continue awarding them annually. The scholarships are funded by profits from the group’s annual plant sale.
The scholarship is available to high school seniors in the Cleveland County school dis-
trict who are preparing to pursue a post-secondary education in the fall after high school. Qualified applicants will have a GPA of at least 2.5, plan to major in horticulture, agriculture, plant science, botany, forestry, landscape architecture/design, or another gardening related field.
The Master Gardener group’s goal in offering this scholarship is to further the education of young people who share the group’s values including a commitment to sustainable gardening and environmental soundness.
About The Extension Master Gardener Association of Cleveland County The Master Gardener Association is committed to sustainable gardening, soil health, environmental soundness, and community involvement. They support education and outreach to local growers of food, flowers, shrubs, and trees. Interested in becoming a Master Gardener volunteer?
The next course begins August 1, but you must register by July 26. Visit cleveland.ces. ncsu.edu for more information or contact Julie Flowers at julie_flowers@ncsu.edu. Submitted by Paula Vess
& SATURDAY, JUNE 28 & 29 126 CAROLINA AVENUE,
An amazing and huge collection of items. If you are a collector, or if you enjoy picking and rummaging, have antique booths, sell on marketplace, sell on eBay, or if you are looking for useable items this will be a fun picking sale for you. Glassware in cobalt blue, forest green, Vaseline glass, milk glass, depression glass, crystal, kitchenware, small kitchen appliances, a nice freezer, antique & vintage furniture, a collection of bicycles, some tools both new and old, 2 very large wagon wheels, lawn mower, garden tiller, and items boxed that have not been seen in many years in the basement.
PLEASE NOTE: COME IN ON NEAL STREET JUST BELOW CAROLINA AVENUE AND FOLLOW THE PARKING SIGN. THIS WILL GET YOU OUT OF THE STREET AND INTO A GRASSY PARKING AREA BESIDE THE HOUSE.
Pictured above, Anne Eskridge, Chloe Jones, Lawton Williams and Joe Bothel.
Sevannah Millwood takes her turn on the mechanical bull Saturday Night at Rodeo Polkville. Jeff Melton photo
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Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
Sunday, June 23-28
What: VBS-Breaker Rock Beach
When: 5:30 pm until 8:00 pm, June 23- 28.
Where: Allen Memorial Baptist Church, 1222 Longbranch Rd., Grover, NC
More Info: Breaker Rock Beach VBS, ages 3-6th Grade. Meal Served Nightly Family Night is Friday, June 28, 6:00 PM. All welcome. Van transportation available. Send us a message on Facebook messenger or email us at ambcgrover@aol.com to be picked up. We will need the contact name and contact information, address, and number riding ASAP for the week.
More Info: All-you-can-eat breakfast including scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, livermush, fried baloney, hashbrowns, fresh biscuits, grits, gravy and made to order waffles & pancakes. $8 per person suggested donation and all proceeds go to the ministry projects of the Baptist Men and WMU.
Put on Humility
Sunday, July 14
What: Sunday Sing Night
When: 6:00 pm, July 14.
Where: Hudson Memorial Baptist Church, 762 Warlick Rd., Lawndale, NC.
More Info: Hudson Memorial Baptist Church will be having it’s second Sunday sing night. Servants Voices From Statesville, NC. All are welcome to attend.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Deaf Ministry of First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC, invites you to come worship with us. Sundays at 9:30 am. Interpreted services. Deaf SS Class. Wheelchair entrance off N. Dale St. 704-482-3467.
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.
“Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck.” Proverbs 1:8-9
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Humility is often misunderstood in our world, where pride and self-promotion are loudly celebrated.
True Humility isn’t about thinking less of ourselves; it’s about thinking of ourselves less. It’s recognizing our worth in God’s eyes while understanding that others are equally important.
I Peter 5:5b (NIV) encourages us, “...All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, ‘God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.”
Just as we dress ourselves each day, we must consciously choose to put on humility, allowing it to shape our interactions and decisionsSweet Fruit
Humility begins with our relationship with God. As a fruit of the Spirit, we can rely on God to cultivate a posture of humility within us. Throughout my journey with the Lord, the Holy Spirit has often prompted me to take actions I hadn’t planned, such as apologizing to someone or holding my tongue when I felt like lashing out. The Holy Spirit acts as a coach, guiding us to stay humble if we surrender to His direction. By acknowledging God’s greatness and our dependence on Him, we position ourselves to receive His grace. In this posture of humility, we discover our true strength, as God empowers us by his Spirit.
Psalm 18:32 (NIV) says, “It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure.”
Jesus Exemplified Humility Consider the example of Jesus, the epitome of humility. Philip-
pians 2:5-8 (NIV) says, “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to His own advantage; rather, He made Himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross!”
Jesus, the King of kings, chose the path of humility. He served others, washed His disciples’ feet, and ultimately sacrificed His life for us. His humility wasn’t weakness but incredible strength. It was a powerful act of love and obedience to the Father. By following His example, we too can demonstrate humility in our daily lives.
PRAY THIS PRAYER:
“Father, you are great and greatly to be praised. Help me to keep my eyes on you and off myself. Forgive me for pride that
showed up in my thoughts, emotions, words, and actions. Manifest the fruit of humility in my life. I am open to your guidance, strength, and wisdom. Open my eyes to see how I can be a blessing to others through humility. In Jesus’ name - Amen.”
and feel welcomed as you feel the presence of God in our church. Pastor Jimmy Black SERVICE TIMES: SUNDAY, 10:30 AM WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY, 6:00 PM (4th & Final Part of “Pride” Series)
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.
2518 W. Dixon Blvd. Shelby, NC 704-487-5811
DANYALE PATTERSON
Neal Senior Center
Please be sure that the donated items are well within their expiration dates on the item, as expired items cannot be given out. We are unable to accept refrigerated or institutional-sized items. Cash donations are also welcome. If paying by check, make sure to indicate that your donation is for “The Neal Center Food Pantry”.
Donations are accepted Monday – Thursday, from 8:30 am – 2:30 pm. Please call us at 704-482-3488 to arrange a time to drop off your donation.
August:
• Annual Birthday Party, August 8
• “Coffee & Cops”, August 27
September:
• 3rd Annual Golf Tournament, September 20
• Closed for Labor Day, September 2
October:
• Annual Health Fair, October 4
• Annual Car Show, October 26
Have questions about any of these events? Just contact the Neal Senior Center at 704/482-3488 for further information.
Except for clothes and shoes, please bring any items to the Neal Senior Center to go in our flea market this fall!
Please call 704/482-3488 to make an appointment to bring your items. Appointment hours are Monday-Thursday, 8:30 am-4:00 pm.
Neal Senior Center will be closed on Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day
The center will reopen on Monday, July 8, 2024, at 8:30 AM
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CLAYTON EARLE My favorite dairy product is sharp cheddar cheese.
favorite is Strawberry.
7. Popular alcoholic drink 8. Small round hole in a leather cloth
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
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO WATERFRONT OWNERS AT MOSS LAKE. If you are a current waterfront owner and are concerned about new rules for the lakefront, promptly send your dues to Moss Lake Property Owner’s Association and send your email address to Mosslakepoa@gmail.com. This will enable future communications about waterfront changes and is required to receive information about important upcoming meetings. Mail Dues to: MLPOA Treasurer / Ray Kenny. 116 Harbor Point, Cherryville, NC 28021.
TRUCKLOADS OF FLEA MARKET ITEMS!!! Clothes, lamps, shoes...anything you’d find at a thrift store. Just $50 per truck load. Making room for new items. Call Tammy for info 828-748-7860.
HAD ENOUGH CORRUPTION? Join us at Tactical Civics Seminar June 29, 3pm at Hopewell Ruritan Clubhouse; 2500 Hollis Road, Ellenboro, NC 28043.
EMPLOYMENT
HIRING Person 1st LLC is hiring for Direct Support Professional/Community Living and Support. If you are a positive person and enjoy making a difference in the lives of persons with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges, come and join our team. As a one-on-one support staff, you will be providing services in the home and community to help persons served reach beyond their limits! Please contact Eddie Scruggs, Executive Director for further details. 704-6926974. (704) 692-6974
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ELEMENTARY TEACHER. Charity Christian School has an opening for an Elementary School Teaching Position. Anyone that would be interested should contact us by email at: charitychristianschool@gmail.com (704) 419-4574
NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704) 473-0341
CLASSIFIED ADS
BUSINESS
SERVICES
MCNEILLY TREE SERVICE & LAND MANAGEMENT. Tree Removal, Trimming, Demolition, Land Clearing, Firewood, Hauling Services, Debris Removal. Free Estimates. (704) 472-3766
ERIC MOBILE MECHANIC. I will come to you to repair any car, full service on lawnmowers or tractor. Honest & Reliable! (704) 300-2332
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, 704-692-4449.
CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tuneup Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704472-9367.
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPAIR. Skid Steer, Wreckers, Rollbacks, Splitters, Tractors, etc. 30 years experience. Shelby, NC. (Joe) (704) 692-1097
PAINTING, ROOFING, TILE FLOORS, wood decks, fences & carpentry work. Free estimates. Ask for Harold or Jim 828-429-7511.
TONEY’S PLUMBING REPAIR. Tub, faucet installation, kitchen lavatory installation, hot water heater repair/replace, drain clean. All work guaranteed. 828-223-0332.
KARLENA RADFORD-4 SEASONS HOMES and Land. Looking to buy or sell your property in Rutherford, Polk, or Cleveland counties? Call Karlena at 4 Seasons Homes and Land! (828) 716-0296 karlena@4seasonshomesand land.com
EAGLE TRANSPORT & OTHER SERVICES. Has a purchase left you astray because you didn’t have a way? Don’t be in dismay. We’ll take it thata-way. Local and long distance. Cameras in active use. Contracts welcome. Park at dark. Call or text 828-748-6306.
PAINTING SERVICES. Over 25 years experience, affordable prices. Professional results. References available. Free estimates. Charles, or leave message. (704) 435-8062.
D&S LAWN CARE. Complete lawn care services. Also delivery service for gravel, field dirt, mulch (can spread mulch), etc. Residential and commercial. Serving Rutherford & Polk County for 20+ years. Free estimates. 828-582-0314.
BUSINESS SERVICES
RETIRED MALE CNA. Will do private duty in home or hospital in Shelby, Cleveland County area. (704) 300-6815
AUCTIONS
DOWNSIZING AUCTION ONSITE AND ONLINE. Tools, Trailers, Equipment, Vehicles and More! ONSITE and ONLINE. Property has Sold everything needs to be sold! Saturday, June 29th, 2024 @ 10 am. Preview: Friday, June 28th, 2024 - 10 am till 6 pm. Location: 18244 Great Smoky Mountain Expressway, Waynesville, NC 28786 www.ej-auction.com EDWARD JOHNSON AUCTIONEERS, INC, NC8134, NC8496 (828) 593-9649
CHERRYVILLE MINI STORAGE AUCTION PUBLIC SALE - 930AM, July. 5th, 2024 at Cherryville & Mulberry Storage, 1001 E Main St., Cherryville, NC. Contents of Units: #15 Johnson, #2/20/39 McEntyre for Non-Payment of Storage Rent. (704) 473-7358 andrew. sain@gmail.com
MT HOLLY STORAGE AUCTION PUBLIC SALE. 1130AM July 5th, 2024 Mt Holly Mini Storage, 1120 Kelly Rd., Mt Holly, NC. Contents of Units: #A06,A07 Busler, #B12 Cheshire for Non-Payment of Storage Rent. (704) 473-7358 andrew.sain@gmail.com
PATTERSON SPRINGS STORAGE AUCTION. PUB-
LIC SALE - 9AM, 7/5/24 at Patterson Springs Storage, 1826 Creek Ridge Rd., Shelby, NC. Contents of Units: #84 Smith for Non-Payment of Storage Rent. (704) 473-7358 andrew. sain@gmail.com
YARD SALES
CLEVELAND COUNTY
SATURDAY, JUNE 29TH, 7:00-UNTIL. Tools, clothes, household items, electronics, etc., 316 Maner Rd., (up from KMHS) Kings Mountain, NC 28086
MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE Sat., June 29th, 8 am-Until. Clothes, all sizes, misc. items. House at end of dead-end road. 135 Spiral Lane, Shelby, NC 28152
HUGE MULTI FAMILY MOVING SALE. Thu, Fri, Sat, Jun 27th, 28th, 29th, 2024, 9:00 am until. 807 Holly Oak Road, Shelby, NC 28152
YARD SALE Sat., June 29th, 8:00am - until. Beer and neon signs, beer mirrors, bunkbeds, lamps, misc. furniture and lots of other items. Cancelled if rain. Tryon Street off Kings Rd., Shelby, NC 28150
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
YARD SALE (MERGER OF FAMILIES) Saturday, June 29 from 7AM until. 1518 Bostic Sunshine Hwy. (Marathon Station). Ammo, household items, large selection jewelry (antique jewelry), antique items, variety odds/ends. Rain date: July 6; 7AM until. Bostic, NC 28018
YARD SALES
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
2 DAY YARD SALE. Fri, June 28th & Sat, June 29th, 7am-2 pm both days. Lots of treasures, especially holiday decor’. Gilkey Ruritan Clubhouse, 115 Painters Gap Road, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
INSIDE ESTATE SALE. FRIDAY-SATURDAY, June 28 & 29, 7:30AM-2:30PM both days. Amazing, huge collection of items. If you’re a collector, or enjoy picking and rummaging, have antique booths, sell on marketplace or eBay, or looking for useable items this will be a fun picking sale for you. Glassware in cobalt blue, forest green, Vaseline glass, milk glass, depression glass, crystal, kitchenware, small kitchen appliances, nice freezer, antique & vintage furniture, collection of bicycles, some tools: new and old, 2 very large wagon wheels, lawnmower, garden tiller, items boxed that haven’t been seen in many years in the basement. NOTE: Come in on Neal Street below Carolina Avenue, follow parking sign. This will get you out of the street into a grassy parking area beside the house. 126 Carolina Avenue, Forest City, NC 28043
FOR SALE
LARGE COLLECTION OF COOKBOOKS, FICTION, Christian fiction, Southern Living magazines from the 90’s. From $1.00 - $5.00. Serious inquiries. 704-854-3497
PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! Press Room Printing. 704-482-2243. (704) 538-5788
WASHER AND DRYER MAYTAG. $400 for the set Maytag. (704) 460-5965 jvester62@gmail.com
SHED 10’ X 12’. $2500 negotiable, you move. 204 Lily Street, Shelby.
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. New shipment just arrived (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net
CEMETERY PLOTS - ROSE HILL. $1500.00. Rose Hill Memorial Park, Lawndale, NC. Lot #428, Section 2. Number of graves - 2 (3 & 4). Seller pays deed transfer fee. (704) 9151972
FOR SALE
TIRES. $450. NEW TIRES, 265/65/18. SET OF FOUR GENERAL GRABBER TIRES (704) 460-5965 JVESTER62@ GMAIL.COM
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
MICROTECH KNIVES ON SALE! We have 1 OZ. SILVER BARS & ROUNDS Available (While Supplies Last)* Plus: More KNIVES • KNIVES • KNIVES at Jake’s Knives & Coins located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby. Call 704-6006996 or (980) 295-5568
WOLF CELEBRITY 16 TANNING BED. 110 volt, all new bulbs, plus extra bulbs. Cliffside area. $600. 828-289-6756, leave message.
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
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
USED CAMPER TOPS FOR SALE: Various sizes and styles. Keep it dry and safe! 828-351-8846.
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
FOR SALE
SWEET POTATO PLANTS. Now Ready. Fresh vegetables, now ready. Lewis Farms, 5120 Fallston Rd. 1/2 mile north of Fallston on Hwy 18. 704-4720940 or 704-538-9397.
1972 DUNE BUGGY IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. New motor. $7,500. Running boards for Chevy truck $100. Trailer axles. $100 each. 828-305-4941
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
ITEMS FOR SALE. Fishing gear including rods, reels, net, tackle and tackle box. Zero gravity foldable lawn chairs-(3), Vintage Freezer Cartons in very good condition-all sizes, Wooden Mantel, Antique Wooden Truck, (6) cherry finished dining room chairs in mint condition and Wooden Hinged Box in great condition. 704-473-6587.
FULL SIZE BEDROOM SUITE. Metal frame, headboard, large dresser w/mirror, chester drawers, $125. Serious inquiries only. 704-854-3497
MAYTAG WASHER, KENMORE DRYER. Asking $150. Excellent condition. If interested call 704-284-0984 or 7004284-0562. Leave message and I will call back.
HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855
2 GRAVE SITES FOR SALE. Gaston Memorial Cemetery. $4000. (704) 692-7362
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
WANT TO BUY
WANT TO BUY CARS& TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006
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
WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.
WANT TO BUY PARTS FOR 1996 Toyota Tacoma pickup. Need grill and radiator. Please call 828-245-0269, leave message.
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WANT TO BUY
TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call (704) 4720006
FARM & GARDEN
2023 KUBOTA L4060. Enclosed Cab 4wd. A/C, radio, front end loader, 4 implements and dual axle trailer included. Like new! Been serviced regularly. Over $60,000 invested will take $54,000 obo. 90% of the 102 hours was mowing. Must see to appreciate! Call (704) 616-1680
4X5 FESCUE HAY FOR SALE.
Net wrap-been sprayed, fertilized and limed. Last year’s hay. Stored in barn, never wet. $40.00 a roll-10 or more. 980295-8808.
IRRIGATION OUTFIT. Has two large tanks and motor. In perfect condition!!! Fills both large tanks in less than 20 min. $750.00. (704) 473-1311
RIDING MOWER TROY BUILT PONY. I have a good running 42” Troy Built Pony mower. Has new battery and carburetor. Moved to smaller place don’t need. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net
SPEECO QUICK HITCH (NO BUSHINGS REQUIRED)
$225.00 Used one time! Make offer! (704) 718-9122
GOATS FOR SALE. 3 Goat
Bucklings for sale: $170 each. Kept with dams, now foraging and eating hay, CDT shots up to date. White dairy buckling (Saanen/Nubian), 5 months old. White dairy buckling (Saanen/Nubian), 3 months old. Brown/white dairy/meat buckling (Boer/Kiko/Alpine), 3 months old. (574) 229-3676 vrgg@comcast.net
CLASSIFIED ADS
FARM & GARDEN
SKS 762X39 CALIBER RIFLE by Norinco, new, $650 firm. Mustang motorcycle seat, fits Harley Sportster $300. Motorcycle helmets. Call for price. 828-289-1817.
HAY BALES FOR SALE. Good grass, 4x5 large hay bales. Buy 20 bales for $40 each, get 5 bales free! $200 value! 828429-4900.
2023 BOBCAT CT1025 TRACTOR/LOADER. Front-end loader, 17 hours, hydrostatic transmission, 3 point hydraulics, like new. $14,000 ($21,000 new). Rutherfordton. 772-485-4976.
PETS & LIVESTOCK
COCKAPOO PUPPIES. 2 FEMALES 5 males. Born May 8. Tails docked, dew clawed. Parents on site. $800. Serious buyers only. 828-305-2181.
CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. 11 weeks old, 2 females, black with white markings, dewormed, $350 each. 704-466-7793.
FREE KITTENS TO GOOD HOME. 13 weeks old, 2 male, 1 female, all black. Must bring cat carrier. (704) 435-3970
CKC GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPY FOR SALE. Female puppy looking for her forever home. Red and black, she has 1st and 2nd shots, dewormed and physical by Boulevard Animal Hospital in Shelby. She loves to cuddle. Discount for military and first responders. $500 (704) 734-7088 joelovestina1@gmail.com
KOI FISH FOR SALE. All colors; short and long fin; 3”-4” fish $1.; larger fish $5.-$10. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@ gmail.com
FREE KITTENS TO GOOD HOME. 13 weeks old, 2 male, 1 female, all black. Must bring cat carrier. (704) 435-3970
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) 245-5895
SHIHTUZ PUPPIES FOR SALE. Pure bred Shihtuz puppies for sale. Dam & Sire are registered CKC. Puppies come with papers, vet checked and first set of shots. 1 male and 1 female, white, brown/tan and black. $650. 828292-3001 or 704-466-6542 (828) 292-3001 rsutak26@hotmail. com
PETS & LIVESTOCK
MINIATURE POODLE Sweet and cuddly Poodle needs a new home, elderly parents can no longer take care of her. She is all white, almost 3 years old, has all her shots for $800. 828-292-3001 (828) 292-3001 rsutak26@hotmail.com
SHIH-TUZ. Beautiful, cuddly and shy female 2 year old Shihtuz for sale to a good home for $650. Up to date on shots and healthy. 828-292-3001 (828) 292-3001 rsutak26@hotmail.com
POMERANIAN BABY BOYS.
Adorable pom baby boys ready for their new homes. Very sweet personalities will make excellent family companions. First vaccination and wormings, started on pee pad training. Text or email for more information. (828) 284-4621 llmrwm2003@gmail.com
BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPPIES. 1st Shots and Wormer with Healthy Vet Check. Both parents on premises. Available week of July 8th. $850 each. Taking Deposits. (828) 429-2401
CKC BOSTON TERRIER PUPS. will be ready July 15. We have black/white, red/ white, brindle/white. They will be vet checked and all appropriate shots and dewormings. We are taking deposits now. Please contact (980) 3893747 jbrbsmith18@gmail.com
ROOSTERS & CHICKENS FOR SALE. 4 Roosters-1 yr. old, beautiful game blue and gray crossed. 5 little Debs-2 to 3 months old. $50 for all. 980552-9108.
TURN YOUR HOUSE INTO CASH? I PURCHASE UNWANTED RENTAL PROPERTY AND HOMES. MUST BE PRICED TO SELL! “QUICK CLOSINGS”! Call (704) 4720006
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
BEAUTIFUL LAND IN GOLDEN VALLEY. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME AT 979-690-6781. LOT 17 IS 6.82 ACRES,-A GREAT PROPERTY THAT LAYS FLAT AND HAS A FANTASTIC VIEW BEHIND THE GOLDEN VALLEY ESTATES GATE. COME BUILD YOUR MOUNTAIN HOME. SECLUDED BUT NEAR EVERYTHING. SHARON KELLY, REALTOR, MAIN STREET REALTY GROUP (979) 690-6781 SHARONLOVESHELPINGU@ GMAIL.COM
REAL ESTATE
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
MAKING HOME OWNERSHIP
A REALITY! 2 bed, 2 bath
Mobile Home — $7500 Down and $898.46/month. 1/3 acre
Lot! Central AC/Heat, Laundry Hookups $49,999. This is a RENT TO OWN home! (828) 544-0900 craig@blueridgemobilehomepark.com
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
LAWNDALE HOUSE FOR RENT. Very clean, 1 bedroom 1 bath, WD hookup. Call (704)538 7661. Sec Dep & Ref required. (704) 583-7661
HOUSE FOR RENT. 2 BR, 1 1/2 BA. Large basement, Central H/A, safe area on W. Warren Street and close to town. $1300/ mth. + Deposit. 704-300-2820.
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
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) 4827723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@RPMMANAGED.COM
FOR RENT
CLEVELAND COUNTY
SMALL 2 BEDROOM MOBILE
HOME. Suitable for a couple or single. Washer, dryer, stove & refrigerator, central air. Deposit and criminal check required. (704) 313-7357
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
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
CABIN FOR RENT. secluded cabin in the Gilkey area. Stove, refrigerator, heat pump and washer/dryer combination. NO inside pets. References, please. (828) 437-6754 patsyspotions@bellsouth.net
2 & 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Small private park between Spindale and Forest City. Starting at $700 per month. 828-382-0475.
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
