Shelby Shopper 7-25-24

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ministering through music

By Jean Gordon

A Dolly Parton fan for as long as she can remember, Lindy Bryson has released her first ever music video and recently signed with publishing company, Blank Slate Music Group.

Lindy, 20, of Boiling Springs, NC is “sharing Jesus with a country twist” presenting concerts throughout the region, and writing her own songs and music while completing her education at GardnerWebb University.

“I have been singing in church since I was three years old and my biggest passion is to lead worship and help people love on Jesus,” she said.

Her favorite music genres these days are country and contemporary Christian.

“My all time favorite song is ‘Goodness Of God’ by Bethel Music because it reminds me of my purpose which is to sing and worship Jesus,” Lindy said.

Dolly Parton is Lindy’s favorite songwriter because “her songs tell a story and you can tell they come straight from the heart.”

When listening to music, she prefers the sounds of Dolly Parton, Zach Williams, Cody Johnson and Lainey Wilson. Her playlist includes “If I Got Jesus” by Ben Fuller, “My Jesus” by Anne Wilson and “By Your Grace” by Cody Johnson.

This summer Lindy has been traveling and singing in several different churches and events in Cleveland and Rutherford Counties. She is working on writing new songs and more music. A trip to Nashville will allow her to work on some new and exciting things, Lindy said recently.

Lindy and another newcomer, Kaleb Willis, will perform with the The Christian Country Tour at Don Gibson Theatre in Shelby on August 24. The concert features Todd Tilghman (winner

of season 18 of The Voice) and Small Town Sunday (2024 Country Gospel Group of the Year).

Music helps Lindy connect with Jesus and minister to other people, she said recently.

As a child she took voice lessons from Anne Goss and also guitar lessons. While the guitar is Lindy’s primary instrument, she also plays the piano and the mandolin.

As a student at Gardner-Webb

majoring in discipleship, Lindy chooses to live at home in order to focus more on her music in the evenings.

With her music, Lindy hopes to continue to write and sing songs that will share the love of Jesus with people.

Whether she is singing for 200 people or 2,000 people, she wants to minister to her audiences.

For Lindy, the best day in the life of a Christian singer is “hearing someone tell you that your music led them to Jesus.”

Her toughest days are when she sees bad things going on in the world and sees people turning away from God.

Lindy won the Don Gibson Singer Songwriter Competition in 2022. She has a new album to be released soon and released her first ever music video on June 28, available on YouTube or Facebook. Her music can be streamed on Apple Music, Spotify, You Tube and Pandora.

The daughter of Buster and Allana Bryson, Lindy is a junior at Gardner-Webb University. She has older brothers Lee and Clay. A member at Boiling Springs Baptist Church, Lindy is the music ministry intern at Ross Grove Baptist Church.

When she’s not singing and writing songs, she enjoys spending time with her family, her Chocolate Lab Charlie Ann, and being outside in nature.

The health benefits of spinach

Doctors may not recommend their patients take dietary advice from cartoons, but people looking to eat healthy could do worse than to follow the example set by Popeye. The beloved, nearly centuryold, musclebound cartoon sailor often credited his incredible strength to spinach, a nutrient-rich green vegetable that can benefit the body in myriad ways.

A 2010 study from researchers at Mahidol University in Bangkok found that children increased their vegetable consumption after watching Popeye cartoons. And while adults can certainly follow suit and watch more Popeye if they need motivation to eat right, many may only need to learn just how spinach affects their body to start including more of it in their diets.

• Spinach is good for your bones. The National Osteoporosis Foundation notes that green foods, including kale, spinach and brussel sprouts, are great sources of vitamin K and calcium, each of which promotes healthy bones. Spinach alone won’t be enough to prevent broken bones or osteoporosis, but when coupled with exercise and an overall healthy diet, spinach can be a key component to keeping bones healthy and reducing risk for fractures.

• Spinach can help fight off viruses. The world received a crash course in immunology in 2020, when the global COVID-19 pandemic changed life as the world knew it, seemingly in the blink of an eye. As measures to prevent the spread of the virus took hold, individuals looked for ways to bolster their immune

systems. Leafy green vegetables, including spinach, are loaded with vitamins and nutrients that strengthen the body’s immune response. For example, vitamin A is fat-soluble vitamin that’s vital for immune system function, and spinach is loaded with it. In fact, a single cup of cooked spinach provides men and women with more than the recommended daily amounts of vitamin A as advised by the Institute of Medicine.

• Spinach promotes a healthy heart. Spinach is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, B vitamins, and fiber, making it a heart-healthy food worthy of addition to anyone’s diet. Spinach is especially rich in folate, which research has shown promotes the growth of healthy red blood cells necessary for a healthy heart.

• Spinach can benefit your eyes. Spinach is high in the antioxidant lutein, which has been linked to eye health. Lutein naturally absorbs UV blue light, which is the most harmful wavelength of sunlight. But it’s important that people recognize that uncooked spinach tends to be the most effective way to consume it and still benefit from lutein, the effects of which may be minimized when the spinach is cooked.

Whether they eat spinach thanks to the influence of a beloved cartoon character or after reading about the leafy green vegetable’s many health benefits, people who include spinach in their diets can reap a host of rewards.

Digital Navigator Grant

Awarded to CCC

Cleveland Community College’s College and Career Readiness program has been awarded a Digital Navigator Grant in the amount of $35,000 as part of the North Carolina Community College System’s Digital Literacy Project. College and Career Readiness provides services to citizens who want to earn their high school diploma or a high school equivalency certificate, and those seeking to learn English as a second language.

“We are excited to be part of the System’s digital literacy project because many adults who come to CCC lack strong digital skills,” said Stephen Lancaster, director of college and career readiness. “We live in a technologydriven world, but many of the citizens in our rural county still have limited access to the internet. They have not had the opportunity to develop strong computer and digital literacy skills.”

Cleveland Community College is one of 20 pilot colleges in the North Carolina Community College System working to improve the digital skills of adults in its community. The grant funds will be used to provide instructional support and training resources to improve College and Career Readiness students’ foundational digital or computer skills to better prepare them for college, the workforce, and using technology in their everyday lives.

The purpose of the Digital Navigator Grant Program is to help connect North Carolinians to high-speed internet, learn how to use digital devices, develop digital skills and learn about local digital resources. More specifically, students at the 20 pilot colleges will be provided with digital navigator services, which will include providing a digital navigator staff person. The digital navigator will develop a list of local digital resources, and work with students to help them learn the skills necessary for academic and/or workforce development success.

The goal of the North Carolina Community College System’s Digital Literacy Project is to bridge the digital divide through instruction and support services and increase digital skills necessary for adults to access job training and employment.

Submitted by Paula Vess

Gardner-Webb’s Dover Library receives state grant to digitize historical records

Gardner-Webb University’s Dover Library recently received a $42,000 grant from the State Library of North Carolina. The money will be used to digitize historical church records on microfilm and documents in the Cleveland County Historical Collection. The project is a joint effort of Dover Library, and the Earl Scruggs Center Museum and Broad River Genealogical Society, both in Shelby, N.C.

Gardner-Webb’s library was one of 41 across the state selected to receive funding, provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act. Dr. Natalie Bishop, the library dean, and archivist, explained that the funds would digitize fragile 19th-century historical documents about the history of Cleveland County, including deed records, church records, scrapbooks, and maps housed in the collections of the GWU Archives, Earl Scruggs Center Museum, and Broad River Genealogical Society. Bishop is also a member of the Col. Frederick Hambright DAR Chapter and facilitated digitizing early chapter

minutes books now available on Digital Commons. Through digitization, these records will be more accessible and searchable. The documents will be added to the open-access Digital Commons repository at Gardner-Webb. These materials are currently inaccessible to the community due to their fragility. “This is a collaborative project with the shared goal of making primary resources available to our community,” Bishop commented. “Funding from this grant is critical due to the fragile condition and limited access of the records.”

Bishop noted that the digital collection is open and accessible to anyone and can be used by students in Cleveland County Schools, Cleveland Community College, and Gardner-Webb who are

researching issues about church history, agricultural economy, land deeds, post-reconstruction politics, and conditions of the rural poor. These documents will also be helpful to the Sunset Cemetery Project team in Shelby, N.C., as they work to identify unmarked graves in a once-segregated cemetery area.

Zach Dressel, assistant director and curator of the Earl Scruggs Center Museum, remarked, “These resources will help create opportunities for genealogical and community history research that Cleveland County residents have shown a genuine interest in. As a local historian, I feel this work will be invaluable for our community.”

“In addition to the community this collection can serve, Cleveland County’s history is vital to the wider research scope of postcolonial social and economic development in our region,” Bishop added.

Further widening the potential impact for digital collections of these historic materials, the Broad River Genealogical Society also publishes a quarterly periodical “Eswau Huppeday,”

with 49 organizational subscribers across North and South Carolina. Bishop observed, “The Broad River Genealogical Society heavily utilizes original primary research to assist genealogists nationwide with land grant documentation, century farm applications, and genealogical research.”

• Digitization Timeline: Scanning will begin in fall 2024 (tentatively by October), metadata will be written in spring 2025, and documents will be posted to Digital Commons by late spring/early summer 2025.

• Accessing the collections

The church histories in the GWU Archives collection will be posted to the Archive’s Baptist Historical Collection in Digital Commons.

The Cleveland County documents and papers will primarily be in the Cleveland County Historical Collection owned by the County (managed by the Earl Scruggs Center Museum) and will be posted to the Cleveland County Historical Collection in Digital Commons.

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The basics of hunting seasons

Hunting has been around a long time. According to Britannica, hunting as many know it today began in ancient Greece. Various game were hunted to provide food, fuel and materials to make clothing and blankets. In the Middle Ages, hunting was the privilege of nobility and linked to land ownership.

Hunting is now strictly regulated in many countries and is typically used as a way to control wildlife populations that would otherwise overrun certain areas.

Hunting limits and clearly defined hunting seasons are often spelled out in detail in local hunting laws. Wildlife commissions across states, provinces and territories set up strict time periods that gov-

ern which game can be hunted. Legislation also dictates size limits and the amount of game that can be killed. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission breaks down hunting seasons into big game, waterfowl, small game, and webless migratory game birds. Seasons vary depending on where hunters live.

The hunting education resource Hunter-Ed says hunting seasons are determined by the type of animal, the environment and animal characteristics like mating season. Wildlife biologists in various regions study animal populations and make recommendations on hunting seasons. “Open season” is when a species may be legally hunted, and tends to coincide

with when the population of that species is at its highest, without interfering with breeding times. Many hunters eagerly await “opening day” so they can start their hunting right away. The season is “closed” when hunters are no longer allowed to go after that game. Food shortages, extreme temperatures and low population numbers may affect season duration. Archery seasons tend to begin before firearm seasons in many states. Hunting outside of seasons is known as poaching and is punishable by law.

Turkey is typically hunted in the spring or fall. Migratory waterfowl hunting tends to open in late September and early October. The seasons to hunt deer, and their close cousins like caribou, moose and reindeer, open in late September and early October, continuing into November for firearms hunting. However, according to the hunting guide CleverHunters. com, deer seasons open up in the summer in Florida, South Carolina and Idaho.

Hunters will be required to obtain a hunt-

ing license. At the time of licensure, hunters also may be given tags for their game animals. A tag is a physical permit the hunter carries with him or her that must be attached to an animal immediately after it is felled. Hunters are reigned in by the number of tags they have, which will coordinate with game limits. The tag will need to be completed with the date and time of harvest and the location. To learn more about hunting seasons where you live, contact your local fish and wildlife organization or visit www. huntingseasonhq.com for a state-by-state listing of hunting seasons.

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Peace In Chaos

(Part 4 of the “REST” series)

Life can be a whirlwind, can’t it? One moment, the sun is shining, and everything feels just right. The next, clouds gather, winds howl, and suddenly, we’re caught in a storm that seems determined to sweep us away. It’s during these tumultuous seasons that we often feel the most vulnerable, the most desperate for a sliver of peace. But what if I told you that true rest is possible even amidst the fiercest storms?

(NIV) says, “A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown?”

The disciples, understandably, are terrified like you and I would be. Yet, amidst all the chaos, Jesus is peacefully asleep. He is not shaken by the storm, but rebukes it, and it obeys him.

RELAX

Let’s take a walk back to one of my favorite Bible stories, where Jesus and His disciples are on a boat, crossing the Sea of Galilee. Mark 4:37- 38

Jesus’ sleep during the storm revealed two profound insights. First, he revealed his power over any storm in our lives. He isn’t worried when we have issues or problems, because he is the problem solver. Next, he modeled how our faith should be operating during the storms of life - full

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of peace. This is the essence of true rest—trusting in God’s power and presence even when everything around us is in turmoil. Psalm 46:10a (CEV) says, “Our God says, ‘Calm down, and learn that I am God!.’’ This scripture encourages us to quiet our inner storms by focusing on God’s presence. When we recognize that God is with us, that He is for us, we can find a deep, unshakeable peace. In our own lives, storms will come. They might take the form of health crises, financial difficulties, relationship problems, or any number of challenges. t’s easy to get caught up in panic, to feel overwhelmed and anxious. But remember, Jesus is in the boat. Trust in His power, rest in His peace, and know that you are held in the hands of the One who loves you beyond measure.

PRAY THIS PRAYER:

“Most gracious Father, I praise you as the God of peace who gives peace that

surpasses all understanding. I ask you to give me peace in my spirit, soul, and body. Please heal and remove everything that is causing stress, grief, and sorrow in my life. Thank you for strengthening and comforting me. I know that you will never leave me or forsake me. In Jesus’ name I pray - Amen.” CONNECTING TO GOD: I encourage you to open your heart to God’s love and grace. Seek forgiveness for past wrongs, and invite Jesus into your heart as your Savior and Lord. Find a supportive community in a local church where you can grow and serve others. You can cultivate a meaningful relationship with God by dedicating daily time to reading the Bible and praying.

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

to their daily cup each day. A small study published in the Journal of Hypertension found that drinking black tea could improve cardiovascular function. A separate study also found that drinking black tea and green tea could decrease risk of stroke and coronary heart disease. Black tea drinkers should keep in mind that, unlike most teas, black tea is

CCC Student Wins Bronze at National Competition

Steven Henry of Shelby won a bronze medal in the Internetworking competition at the SkillsUSA National Championships in Atlanta, Georgia, in June. Henry attended the championships as part of the Cleveland Community College team. “Steven is a hard-working student who takes pride in his studies,” said Susan Randall, information technology instructor and department chair of computer information technology and broadcasting. “We are proud of him and his accomplishments!”

Henry graduated from CCC in May with an Associate in Applied Science in Information Technology – Cyber Security, and will complete a second degree in Information Technology –Network Technician in December.

The competitions feature hands-on skills demonstrations, but also include evaluation areas such as the ability to clearly respond to oral questions, demonstrate proper job interview techniques, complete technical skills-related written tests, and more. CCC had nine students compete and, in addition to Henry’s medal, had fourth, eighth and ninth place finishes. “The students enjoyed the competitions, and they got to see how well they competed against others,” said Dr. Christina Hill, dean of health sciences and public services. “We learned a lot and know which areas we need to work on to help next year’s competitors do even better.”

The competitions took place as part of the 59th SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC), a showcase of career and technical education students. More than 17,800 people attended the conference, with over 6,540 outstanding career and technical education student state contest winners competing in 110 different hands-on trade, technical and leadership contests.

More than 500 North Carolinians from 37 high schools, 17 community colleges and five middle schools participated in the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. For more information, go to SkillsUSA.org and SkillsUSAnc.org.

Submitted by Paula Vess

NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR

What: BBQ Fundraiser

When: 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm, August 3.

Where: Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Community Center, 2500 Hollis Rd., Ellenboro, NC.

More Info: Eat in or take out. $12.00 per person Menu: BBQ, red and white slaw, baked beans, hush puppies, dessert and drink. Benifits the Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Club.

~ANNOUNCEMENTS~

Community Blood Drives: Donors receive a $20 e-gift card and Oneblood beach tote.

Thurs 7/25 - Atrium Health Cleveland, 11am – 5pm. Wed 7/31 – NC Dept of Adult Correction, 10am – 4pm.

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, 704692-2092 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.

~ANNOUNCEMENTS~

Fundraiser for GWU Mission & Service Trips: Tickets available now for July 20 concert with Carl Cartee at Gardner-Webb’s Brinkley Amphitheater. A Fundraiser for GWU Mission & Service Trips, event Includes Shaylee Simeone and April Cushman BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.— Tickets are on sale now for the second event in the Summer in the Springs concert series in Gardner-Webb University’s Brinkley Amphitheater. Dove Award-winning Carl Cartee will be joined by Shaylee Simeone and April Cushman for A Night of Worship on July 20. The event is a fundraiser for GWU mission and service trips for students. All seats are general admission. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased in advance or at the door. Purchase tickets here. https://tinyurl. com/cartee-tickets A Gardner-Webb Distinguished Alumni, Cartee has been writing songs since he was 7 years old, considering music more of a second language than an acquired skill.

Steven Henry of Shelby wins a bronze medal in the Internetworking competition at the SkillsUSA National Championships.

Canning & Preserving Recipes

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6 cucumbers, sliced

• In a large pan, combine the onions, mustard seed, turmeric and celery seed.

In a saucepan, combine the sugar, vinegar and salt. Bring to a boil. Pour the boiling mixture into the pan with the onion mixture.

• Add the cucumber slices. Pack into sterile jars. Refrigerate for 2 weeks before eating.

PINEAPPLE

PEACH JAM

8 ripe peaches, peeled and halved

1 ripe pineapple, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

2 lemons, juiced

7 tablespoons regular pectin

4 cups white sugar

• Immerse 8 to 10 half-pint jars in simmering water until sauce is ready. Wash lids and rings in warm soapy water. Set aside.

• Combine peaches and pineapple in a large pot. Cook and

stir over medium heat until fruit juices are released, 6 to 10 minutes. Add lemon juice, stirring continuously. Add sugar and stir. Add pectin; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.

• Pack jam into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw on rings finger-tight.

• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.

PEAR HONEY

8 cups peeled, cored and chopped pears

1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice

8 cups white sugar

• Place chopped pears into a large pot, and pour pineapple juice over them to prevent them from browning. Stir in sugar, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir frequently to prevent scorching. When the pears are at a full

boil, reduce heat to medium, and cook until the mixture is the color and texture of honey. The longer you cook it, the thicker it gets. Cooking time is usually 2 to 3 hours.

• Ladle into hot sterile jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Wipe rims with a clean damp cloth, and seal jars with lids and rings. Process in a boiling water canner for 10 minutes, or the amount of time recommended by your local extension for your area.

REFRIGERATOR

PICKLES

7 cups cucumbers, peeled, thinly sliced

1 teaspoon salt

2 cups white sugar

1 cup diced red onion

1 cup chopped green bell pepper

1 cup cider vinegar

1 teaspoon celery seed

Mix the cucumbers and salt and let sit for one hour. Do not drain mixture and follow by adding the sugar, onions, bell pepper, cider vinegar and celery seed. Mix well, cover and refrigerate.

APPLE BUTTER

8 apples - peeled, cored and chopped

4 cups white sugar

4 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp. ground cloves

1/4 teaspoon salt

• Fill a slow cooker with diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, cloves and salt. Cover, and cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 12 hours, or until thick and dark golden in color.

• Pack into small, freezer-safe containers leaving 3/4 inch space at the top. Store in the freezer.

PICKLED OKRA

1-1/2 pounds fresh okra

3 dried red chile peppers

3 teaspoons dried dill

2 cups water

1 cup vinegar

2 tablespoons salt

• Divide okra evenly between

3 sterile (1 pint) jars. Place one dried chile, and one teaspoon of dill into each jar.

• In a small saucepan, combine the water, vinegar and salt. Bring to a rolling boil. Pour over the ingredients in the jars, and seal in a hot water bath for 10 minutes. Refrigerate jars after opening.

PICKLED BEETS

20 beets

3 cups white sugar

1 quart white vinegar

1 TBSP. pickling salt

1 TBSP. lemon juice

3 drops oil of cloves

• Sterilize 5 (1 pint) jars with lids and rings. Keep hot.

• Place beets into a large pot and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until beets are tender enough to pierce with a fork, but not mushy. Drain and cool, reserving 2 1/2 cups of the water from the beets. When beets are cool enough to handle, peel and trim the ends. Cut into wedges or chunks if desired and pack into hot jars.

• While the beets are cooking, combine the sugar, vinegar, pickling salt, lemon juice and clove oil in a large saucepan or pot. Bring to a boil. Pour the hot brine over the beets in the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Wipe the rims with a clean towel and seal with lids and rings. Set at room temperature for 24 hours, then store in the refrigerator. Wait a few days before eating to allow beets to soak up the flavor

SMALL BATCH

BLUEBERRY JAM

4 cups fresh blueberries

1 cup white sugar

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 pinch ground cinnamon (optional)

Mix blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a saucepan; cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until thickened, about 30 minutes.

STRAWBERRY JAM

2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled 4 cups white sugar 1/4 cup lemon juice

• Crush strawberries in batches until you have 4 cups of mashed berries. In a heavy saucepan, mix together the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir over low heat until the sugar is dissolved. Increase heat to high, and bring the mixture to a full rolling boil. Boil, stirring often, until the mixture reaches 220 degrees.

• Transfer to hot sterile jars, leaving 1/4 to 1/2 inch headspace, and seal. Process in a water bath. You may refrigerate without processing if the jam will be eaten right away.

PCA student wins semifinalist prize in essay contest

Foster Warrick, a rising eighth-grade student at Pinnacle Classical Academy, was one of ten semifinalists in Stossel in the Classroom's 2023-24 essay contest.

Students in grades 5-12 throughout North America were eligible to enter the contest by writing a 500- to 1,000word essay about economics or the political process. Foster wrote her essay on the housing shortage.

"This is the second year in a row that one of our rising eighth-grade students was a national semifinalist in this essay contest," said Dr. Shelly Shope, the school's headmaster.

"Her amazing accomplishment is a tribute to her own hard work, as well as to our classical curriculum and her

English teacher, Mrs. Dawn Hicks."

"We strive to make college as affordable as possible for our students, and so we give our grade 7-12 students the opportunity to enter different local and national essay contests," Shope added. "Foster is our fifth student who has won a prize in an external essay contest over the last four years."

Founded in 2013, Pinnacle Classical Academy is a tuition-free public charter school in Shelby that attracts 1,165 students from five counties. It is recognized as one of the best elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

Real to Reel Film Festival Is Back at the Joy Performance Center

Documentaries, Feature Films, Animations, and Film Shorts to be Screened

The Cleveland County Arts Council is excited to be back at the Joy Performance Center in Kings Mountain, to offer fantastic cinema to film festival goers for the 25th year.

“It’s a privilege to celebrate 25 years of Real to Reel,” said Festival Director Thomas Manning. “We owe many thanks to festival co-founders Will Eskridge and Noel Manning for creating this platform for independent filmmakers from around the world to showcase their talents to our community.”

festival pass for $50. Children ages 12 and under are admitted free.

A VIP Pass ($55) includes special seating in

the balcony of Joy with comfy chairs and tables, food and drink service, one complimentary drink per night, and free popcorn throughout the festival.

125 film submissions from amateur and professional filmmakers, including live-action short films, documentaries, animated shorts, and feature-length pictures. International countries of origin for submissions include Turkey, Australia, Germany, Switzerland, Morocco, Jordan, Estonia, and Italy, among others. The festival will screen 33 films based on the selections made by the committee. Awards categories will be classified by their student/amateur or professional submission status.

The screenings will take place in the Joy Performance Center at 202 S. Railroad Ave. in Kings Mountain, NC July 24-27. Showings will begin at 7:00pm nightly on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, plus the 1:00pm Saturday matinee.

Advance tickets for $10 per session or a festival pass for $45 are available now at realtoreelfest.com or by calling the Arts Council at 704-484-2787. Ticket prices at the door are $15 per session or a

In an interview series called “Reel Conversations,” discussions with several filmmakers of official Real to Reel selections will be available online in the weeks leading up to the festival. These interviews provide an opportunity for the filmmakers to discuss their craft and passion for the art form, as well as the importance of film festivals for independent artists. Episodes of “Reel Conversations” can be found on our YouTube channel https://www.youtube. com/@clevelandcountyartscouncil513.

The selection committee screened nearly

Real to Reel is a competitive film festival with monetary awards presented to the winners in both the professional and amateur categories. For more information about this year’s festival, contact Thomas Manning at the Cleveland County Arts Council by email thomas@ ccartscouncil.org or phone 704-484-2787.

The mission of the Real to Reel International Film Festival is to offer a forum for independent film, video and multimedia artists from around the world to showcase their talents and expose the works of these artists to our region.

Pastor Houze’s Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award Ceremony

By Dr. Lisa Petty-Hartgrove, HCA

In an extraordinary career that spans over five decades, Rev. Dr. John L. Houze, founding pastor of Peoples Baptist Church in Kings Mountain, NC has been a steadfast force in the Kings Mountain community. The Pastor was honored with the prestigious Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his unwavering commitment as a community leader, and his significant contributions to the Kings Mountain Community.

He is the founder and Senior Pastor of Peoples Baptist Church in Kings Mountain, where he has pastured for 34 years. Beyond his ministerial responsibilities, Dr. Houze has had the honor of serving on various Christian, City, and County boards, including Cleveland County’s Smart Start, the Council of Aging, the Kings Mountain Planning and Zoning Board, and the Board of Adjustments. Not one to shy away from community service, his portfolio includes serving as Chaplain of the Kings Mountain Police Department and serving in the United States Air Force. He is also an alumni member of the Compact High School class of 1966

His life involves many firsts, not only for him but also for the African American community. He was the first African American president of the Kings Mountain Min-

isterial Association; the first African American president of the Greater Cleveland County Baptist Association; the first African American postal clerk in Grover, NC; the first African American Letter Carrier for the City of Kings Mountain, and the first Gaston County resident to run for the Kings Mountain School Board. His academic achievements comprised serving as a professor at Agape Bible School in Gastonia, N.C. where he taught Church and Christian Leadership, and he is currently a Fellow at the Institute of Theologians.

Coming from a musically talented family, Dr. Houze is one of the founding members of the recording group The Gospel IQ’s of Grover, which 50 years later, is still widely sought after. But most of all, he is a servant of the Most High God called to be an

Agent of Change for the people of God. He is married to the beautiful First Lady Fonda Ross-Houze. They have three children, eight grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.

The Award presenter was Rev. Dr. Kenneth W Curry: Certifying Agent for the Joseph R. Biden Jr. Presidential Volunteer Service Award, Master of Ceremony for the event was Dr. Albert Enlow, Pastor of Greater Covenant Community Church, Lincolnton, and guest speakers included Kings Mountain Mayor Rob Wagman, Dr. Moses Nueman, Bishop-Elect Jason Feemster, Bishop Bobby Houze, Chaplain Bill McCumbee and Lady Fonda Houze. A light reception was held following the ceremony.

The Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award is a fitting tribute to Dr. Houze’s extraor-

dinary career and his unwavering dedication to excellence. His legacy is not just one of pastoral and professional success but also of profound personal connections and lasting contributions to the community. As we celebrate his achievements, we are reminded of his indelible mark on the area and the lives of those who have benefited from his 50-plus years of wisdom and guidance. Congratulations to Rev. Dr. John L. Howze as the recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.

Rev. Dr. Kenneth Curry (Award Agent for Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award), Dr. Moses Nueman (Guest Speaker), Rev. Dr. John L. Houze (Awardee) and Rev. Dr. Albert Enlow (Master of Ceremony). Photo by Dr. Lisa Petty-Hartgrove, HCA

Mayor of Kings Mountain, Rob Wagman, and Presidential Lifetime Achievement Awardee, Rev. Dr. John L. Houze

USPS raises prices amid financial struggles

By Loretta Cozart

Starting July 14, the cost of a First-Class Forever Stamp has increased by 5 cents to 73 cents, a 7% rise from the previous rate of 68 cents. Additionally, the price for mailing international postcards and letters has gone up from $1.55 to $1.65.

Other price adjustments by the United States Postal Service (USPS) include:

• Metered 1-ounce letters: increased from 64 cents to 69 cents.

• Domestic postcards: increased from 53 cents to 56 cents.

• International postcards and 1-ounce letters: both increased by 10 cents to $1.65.

• Additional-ounce price for singlepiece letters: increased by 4 cents, now 28 cents.

• Square, oversized, or unusual envelopes: new starting rate of $1.19.

There has been no increase in post office box rental fees. Additionally, the USPS is offering a 10% price reduction on postal insurance for mailing items.

The US Postal Service (USPS) has been raising prices more frequently in recent years. This marks the second price hike for a First-Class stamp this year, bringing the cost to 73 cents—the highest level in decades, even when adjusted for inflation.

In April, the USPS stated that the

new prices were necessary for the agency’s financial health and maintained that USPS prices remain “among the most affordable in the world.” The organization highlighted the need for these adjustments to achieve financial stability as part of its “Delivering for America” 10-year plan. Announced in 2021, this plan aims to eliminate $160 billion in predicted losses.

Despite hopes to break even in 2023, the USPS reported a $6.5 billion net loss for the fiscal year. Operating revenue fell by $321 million, or 0.4%, to $78.2 billion compared to the previous year, as first-class mail volume dropped to its lowest level since 1968. The USPS attributed the significant losses to $2.6 billion in inflation costs and a decrease in mail volume.

The decline in mail deliveries correlates with the rise of new communication methods. Many people no longer use mail as frequently, but postage prices remain crucial for millions of businesses and organizations. These entities spend most of the $40.8 billion annual expenditure on mail, including letters, bulk mailings, junk mail, and periodicals. Higher postage prices have led businesses to cut back, affecting the USPS’s budget and potentially its ability to continue essential services.

The USPS delivers everything from online purchases to life-saving prescription drugs. This year, tens of mil-

lions of voters will cast their ballots in the presidential election by mail. Additionally, businesses still rely on mail to reach customers and sustain economic activity.

Postage increases used to align with inflation, typically happening once a year. However, Sunday will mark the sixth increase in three years, with firstclass stamp prices rising 10 percentage points faster than overall inflation.

Major mailers warn that such rapid price hikes will drive them away from using postal services, potentially leading to a significant budget shortfall for the agency.

Today, families and friends often communicate through email, text, or apps, and many bills get paid electronically. Physical mail no longer plays the vital role it once did in American life. For many, sending a letter has become as outdated as using VHS movies, floppy disks, or cassette tapes. The term “snail mail” reflects this shift.

Last year, the USPS delivered 11.4 billion individual letters. Although this number may seem high, it represents a 75% decrease from 20 years ago. Despite stamp prices doubling over that period, experts primarily attribute the decline to technological advancements.

“For most households, mail is not a significant expenditure,” said industry expert John Plunkett. “Even if the price of a stamp reached a dollar, I would still send the same number of Christmas cards this year as I did last year.”

As the USPS navigates these changes, the rapid pace of price increases raises concerns about the future of traditional mail and its role in American society. Critics worry that frequent postage rate

increases could lead to worsening finances and efficiency for the U.S. Postal Service. They fear the agency might run out of money within a few years, potentially forcing it to depend on direct taxpayer subsidies from Congress or to cut back on staffing and services.

In 2021, under Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, the USPS unveiled a 10year plan to modernize the service and address ongoing losses. DeJoy told the Senate in April that the USPS had been in a “financial death spiral” for years. However, he emphasized that the $40 billion modernization plan aims to ensure the USPS can continue to serve the country well into the future.

The Postal Service and the United States have developed together since before the nation’s founding. Founding Father Benjamin Franklin was appointed the first postmaster general in 1775. The service expanded to keep pace with the new nation and helped bind the young country together. It played a major role in the construction of roads between early cities. US 1, the first federal highway, started as Boston Post Road to carry mail between New York and Boston and still retains that name in many locations.

In 1831, when Alexis de Tocqueville toured the young country, the United States had twice as many post offices as Britain and five times as many as France, according to Smithsonian Magazine. Today, the USPS has 640,000 employees across over 30,000 facilities nationwide.

In February, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy emphasized that the postal service’s future lies in package delivery. A key component of his 10year “Delivering for America” plan is to capture a larger share of the package business from private-sector companies like UPS, FedEx, and Amazon. The USPS is working to significantly increase its capacity to process and ship packages quickly.

DeJoy argues this is a safe bet because the USPS serves more than 165 million addresses at least six days a week. “Letter carriers are going there anyway, so why not fill the empty space on their trucks with packages that will help the agency pay its bills?” DeJoy told the Federal News Network. “Our competitors are reacting to us out there, and we will get better faster. I’m very confident in that — that we’ll get better faster. My issue right now is to get it done fast enough before we run out of cash.”

Frequent rate hikes have significant implications for businesses and organizations that rely on mail services. Physical mail may not hold the same importance it once did in American life, but the cost of postage remains crucial for many. Businesses spend most of the $40.8 billion annual expenditure on mail, including letters, bulk mailings, junk mail, and periodicals. Higher postage prices lead businesses to cut back, affecting the USPS’s budget and potentially its ability to continue essential services.

While individuals increasingly use electronic means for communication and bill payments, businesses and organizations still depend on mail to reach customers and sustain economic activity. The USPS’s services, including delivering online purchases, life-saving prescription drugs, and ballots for elections, remain vital.

The USPS faces a challenging path ahead as it navigates financial instability and aims to modernize. The postal service’s future depends on its ability to adapt and capture a larger share of the package delivery market. The ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and expand services will determine whether the USPS can maintain its crucial role in American society and continue to provide essential services to millions of people.

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Kenneth Dotson, 67, of Bostic, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

Ken was born on Saturday, May 25, 1957 in Transylvania County, NC to the late Sanford Ray Dotson and Patricia Norman Dotson.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Mack Dotson. He is survived by his wife, Felicia Dotson; children, Brian Gibert (Beth) of Rutherfordton, Christopher Gibert (Allison) of Mooresboro, Wade Dotson (Sally) of Buffalo, SC and Rebecca Dotson of Ellenboro; siblings, Barbara Rhodes (Bill) of Rutherfordton, Sherry Dotson of Hendersonville, Lisa Dotson of Rutherfordton, Roger Dotson of Hendersonville, Keith Dotson (Teresa) of Cowpens, SC and John Dotson of Rutherfordton; and seven grandchildren.

A funeral service was held July 15th at Spindale Fellowship Holiness with Reverend Chad Sisk, Reverend Buddy Campbell and Bro. Richard Whiteside officiating.

Memorial donations are requested the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Kella Leigh Melton, age 39, of Forest City, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024.

Kella was born Thursday, April 18, 1985 in Rutherford County to Tony and Dianna Melton who reside in Forest City.

Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043. Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family. An online guest registry is available at www. harrelsonfuneralhome.com

KATHLEEN SMITH TOWERY

He is survived by his partner, Kathy Davis of Lawndale: son, Claude Keith Davis of Ellenboro; and a granddaughter.

The funeral service was held July 18, 2024 in the Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home with the Rev. Terry Graves officiating. The burial followed in the Rose Hill Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to Via Health Partners (Hopsice Cleveland County), 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.

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the son of the

late Lewis Reid and Madge Shrum Devine. In addition to his parents, Dale was preceded in death by brother-inlaw, Tim Abernathy Dale is survived by his wife, Judy Hill Devine; one daughter, Amy Zemore and her husband, Dave; one son, Jason Devine and his wife, Shannon; four grandchildren; two sisters, Judy Lowder and her husband Don, and Nancy Abernathy; and one brother, Ned Devine and his wife Debbie.

A memorial service was held July 15, 2024, at Hulls Grove Baptist Church, with the Rev. Travis Elmore officiating.

Memorials be made to Hulls Grove Baptist ChurchMissions, 6670 NC-27, Vale, NC 28168.

A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com. Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

Jackie Jean Ricker Hoyle, age 69, of Casar, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024.

Jackie a native of Cleveland County, was born on June 1st, 1955. Jackie was the daughter of the late William and Nita Ricker.

In addition to her parents, Jackie was also preceded in death by her sister, Dale Ricker.

She is survived by her husband, Greg Hoyle; one son, Ronald J. Hoyle and his wife, Pamela; one daughter, Hannah N. Hoyle; and two grandchildren.

Memorials be made to Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Dr., 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.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents.

Those left to cherish her memories are her parents; a son, Damien Goodnight of North Wilkesboro, NC; brother, Anthony “T.J.” Melton of Forest City; a grandmother, and the father of her son, David Goodnight of North Wilkesboro.

The funeral service was held July 18, 2024, at the Harrelson Funeral Chapel. Interment followed at Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Community Pet Center, 861 Piney Ridge Road, Forest City, NC 28043.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

MYRA ANN TONEY

Myra Ann Toney, age 75, of Forest City, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024.

Myra was born Wednesday, August 4, 1948 in Rutherford County to the late Marvin Hardin and Lala Lowery Hardin.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Wilbur Hardin and Chivous Hardin.

She is survived by her husband, Wayne Toney; daughters, Sharon Annette Harris of Rutherfordton, Patsy Ann Toney of Ellenboro and Barbara Ellen Lovelace of Forest City; son, Richard Allen Toney (Holly) of Shingle Hollow; brothers, Ray Hardin of Goodes Creek, SC, Dennis Hardin of Ellenboro, Joe Hardin of York, SC; sister, Mary Watts of Ellenboro; three grandchildren and three greatgrandchildren.

The funeral service was held July 19, 2024, at the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Reverend Wayne Toney and Reverend Richard Toney officiating. Interment followed at Eternal Hills Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Carolina

Kathleen “Kathy” Smith Towery, 50, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024. Born in Kankakee County, IL, she was the daughter of the late James and Ethelann Estermyer Smith. She is survived by her husband, James Towery of the home; daughter, Victoria Smith of Shelby; sons, Andrew Towery, Brandon Towery and Camryn Towery, all of Grover; brother, Tim Smith and wife Lee Ann of TN; and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held July 17, 2024, in the Chapel of Clay-Barnette Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Paul Brintley Sr. officiating.

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

on Monday, July 15, 2024. Born in Rutherford County, on September 29, 1941, he was a son of the late Claude Brisco Davis and Lela Dysart Davis.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his two sons, Steve Dale Davis and Jason Matthew Davis; three brothers, Norris Brisco Davis, R.W. Davis and James Matthew Davis; and two sisters, Mattie Sue Edwards and Millie Ramey.

A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com. StameyTysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

MARGARET LUCILLE

RUDISILL BINGHAM

Margaret Lucille Rudisill Bingham, 91, of Shelby, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024.

Born in Catawba County, on November 6, 1932, she was a daughter of the late McCoy Aubrey Rudisill and Edith Blanch Smith Rudisill.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Coolidge Bingham; four brothers, JD Rudisill, Calvin Rudisill, Dayton Rudisill, and Hubert Lutz; and a sister, Beulah Mae Willis.

She is survived by her four sons, Samuel Bingham and wife Linda of Rutherforton, Dean and Vicki Bingham of Goldsboro, Dale Bingham of Shelby, and Barry Bingham and wife Lagair of Lawndale; a daughter, Becky Bailey and husband Jim of Shelby; and eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

The funeral service was held July 19, 2024, at Plainsview Baptist Church with the Rev. Wayne Key officiating. The burial followed in the Rose Hill Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to Plainsview Baptist Church, 264 Plainsview Church Rd, Lawndale, NC 28090.

A guest register is available at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com. StameyTysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

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

MARIE BAKER MORROW

Marie Baker Morrow, 83, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024.

Born September 3, 1940 in Gaston County, NC, she was daughter of the late Joseph David and Della Randolph Baker and was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Ervin Morrow, and siblings Jeanette Hice, Larry Baker, Judy McNeely, and Vernon Baker.

She is survived by her sons: Bryan Morrow and wife, Cindy, of Kings Mountain, NC; Barry Morrow and wife, Elaine, of Mt. Holly, NC; Bruce Morrow and wife, Kristi, of Kings Mountain, NC; and Mitch Morrow and wife, Angie, of Kings Mountain, NC; siblings: J.D. Baker and wife, Pat; Richard Baker and wife, Diane; Roger Baker and wife, Vicky; Fred Baker and wife, Marie; Sylvia Whitesides and husband, Robert; and Everette Baker and wife, Angie; twelve grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren.

Funeral service was held July 18, 2024, at Family Worship Center of Kings Mountain, NC with Pastor Roger R. Woodard officiating. Interment was at Westview Gardens Cemetery, Bessemer City, NC. Memorials may be made to Family Worship Center Ladies Ministry at 1818 Shelby Rd., Kings Mountain, NC 28086 or at www.familyworship.org/give Guest Register available at . Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.

DALE REID DEVINE

Dale Reid Devine, 77, of Vale, NC, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024.

Lincoln County native, Dale was born on June 16, 1947 and was

JACKIE JEAN RICKER

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 believeth on me, as the scripture

CLARA MAE SURRATT

Clara Mae Surratt (aka: Neb) passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024.

She was born May 12, 1929 to Kelly Surratt and Janie Wright Surratt in the Double Shoals Community.

Preceding her in death are her parents, three brothers, Z.K. Surratt, Nekota Wright and Will Wright; seven sisters, Ceonia Jackson, Alice Surratt, Bessie Surratt, Alice Wilson, Matilda Jeter, Elaine Gash, Lola Eskridge, Daisy Hall and Lula Mae Hopper.

Ms. Clara is survived by her daughter, Linda Joyce Surratt Wallace (Rev. Wade Wallace); son, Donald Ray Surratt; three granddaughters; eight great grandchildren; and one great-great granddaughter.

Funeral services are were held July 9, 2024 at Hoppers Chapel Baptist Church with burial at Sunset Cemetery.

BARBARA T. GUNN

Barbara T. Gunn, 90, of Blacksburg, SC passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024.

She was the wife of the late Ben David Gunn, and daughter of the late Robert Young "R.Y." Wisher and Lillie Owens Wisher.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Buford Wisher, LeRoy Wisher, Dean Wisher, Lloyd Wisher, and Vardell Wisher; and sisters, Georgie Runyans, Mary Lou Hamrick, Gloria McClain, Dorothy Wood, and Lucille Myers.

She is survived by her daughter, Beverly Smith (Sam) of Gastonia, NC; a grandson; and a great grandson.

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Service was held July 18, 2024, at Blacksburg Church of God with the Rev. Kevin Hand officiating. Interment followed at Mountain View Cemetery in Blacksburg, SC.

Memorials to be made to Blacksburg Church of God, 607 West Cherokee Street, Blacksburg, SC 29702.

GLENDA WHITESIDES PAGE

Glenda “Renee” Whitesides Page, 65, of Cherryville, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

Renee was born June 5, 1959, in Lincoln County, to the late Marshall Whitesides and Zettie Mostedler Whitesides.

In addition to her parents, Renee was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.

Renee is survived by her husband, Norris Page of Cherryville; daughter, Jennifer Woods of Boiling Springs; sons, Billie Page of Boiling Springs, and Michael Page (Tera) of Marion; sister, Robin; mother-in-law, Francis Page; and three grandchildren.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association – P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 221167023.

Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com. Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.

Psalm 18:2

was son of Jimmy Dale Ervin and Ruby Rogers of Clover, SC.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

In addition his parents, Anthony is survived by his sister, Elizabeth Reynolds and husband, Frankie, of Kings Mountain; and a grandmother.

Funeral service was held July 19, 2024, in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Rev. Timmy Whitaker officiating.

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

JODY WATERS

Jody Waters, 67, of Mooresboro, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024.

Jody was born Monday, February 18, 1957 in Rutherford County to Floyd Waters who resides in Caroleen and to the late Ruby Ethel Pope Waters.

Besides his father, he is survived by his wife, Deanie Goins Waters; daughters, Myra Waters Lowe (Bradley) of Spartanburg, SC and Jessica Waters of Mooresboro; and brother, Bud Waters (Debbie) of Caroleen.

The funeral service

was held July 19, 2024, at the Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ted Blankenship officiating.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

She was the daughter of the late William and Annie Loyd Henson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Childers; sister, Bobbie Henson Childers, and two other sisters.

SCOTT BODWELL

Scott Bodwell, 36, of Shelby, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

A native of Henderson County, NC he is the son of Robert Bodwell Jr. of Shelby and the late Cindy Mathis Spannagel.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his son, Christopher Bodwell of Iron Station; daughter, Alyssa Bodwell of Lawndale; sister, Jaclyn Mathis; brothers, Robert and Dustin Bodwell of Shelby; his paternal grandmother; and his adoptive children, Aliyah, D.J. and Julian.

A private family gathering will take place at ClayBarnette Funeral Home. Clay-Barnette Funeral Home and Aquamation Center is serving the family. www.

Childers, 93, of Shelby, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

A graveside service was held July 19, 2024 in Cleveland Memorial Park, with the Rev. Richard Shores officiating.

Memorials may be made to Royster Avenue Church of God.

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

LYNN JONES

Anthony "Tony" Lynn Jones, Sr., 60, of Lawndale, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024.

Born in Lincoln County, NC on December 23, 1963, he was the son of the late Richard Marshall Jones and Brenda Jones.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his birth mother, Carolyn Sue Simmons Jones and his son, Anthony Jones, Jr.

He is survived by his wife, Sandi Ledford Jones along with his daughters, Heather Jones (Ashley), Sara Westmoreland (Jeremy), Ivy Smith (Michael) and Laura Green; six grandchildren and one on the way; brothers, David Jones (Fe) and Bill Hendrik; and sister, Angie Laughlin (Tony).

A Celebration of Life Service was held July 21, 2024,at Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home Chapel.

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

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

JAKE LOGAN BAILEY

Jake Logan Bailey, 49, of Enoree, SC, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Jake was born Thursday, December 19, 1974, in Rutherford County to the late J.L. Bailey and Erma Sue Toney Bailey.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Benji Crump, Michael Bailey, Melinda Bailey, Janice Padgett, Connie Jo Bailey and Jenny Bailey.

He is survived by his wife, Lisa Bailey; daughters, Jennifer Hall of Enoree and Lacey Bailey of Rutherford County; stepchildren, Robbie Craig and Leighann Craig both of Mooresboro; siblings, Jeff Bailey (Penny), James Bailey, Mark Bailey, Timmy Bailey, Ruthe Ann Hice, Donna Bailey, Angela Kennedy, Rebecca Bailey, Christy Bailey and Beth Madison; four grandchildren and two step grandchildren.

A gathering of family and friends was held July 26, 2024, at Father’s Vineyard in Spindale.

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

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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Daisy “Marie' Robinson Beam, "Granny", of Grover, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024.

Marie was born September 2, 1934, in Kings Mountain.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Virgie Mae Robinson and her loing husband, Harry Lewis Beam, also of Grover NC.

Thomas, Edward, Elaine, Mickey, Barry and Teddy Robinson.

She is survived by her sons: Tony Edward Beam of Belews Creek NC and Herbie Lee Beam of Cheraw SC; five grandchildren; and seventeen great grandkids.

Funeral service was held July 22, 2024, in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Reverends John Bridges and Jack Buchanan. Interment was in the Grover City Cemetery, Grover, NC.

Memorials may be made to Grover First Baptist Church, PO Box 237, Grover, NC 28073.

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

She was preceded in death by her siblings Inez Jones, Jesus wept. John 11:35

GEORGE HOEY

George Hoey, 86, of High Point, NC, passed away on July 17, 2024.

He was born in Hudson County, NJ, son of the late George Irving and Catherine O'Donnell Hoey and was preceded in death by his wife, Katherine Knepp Hoey; his daughter, Karen Hoey and his sisters, Patricia Lemieux and Elizabeth M. "Betty" Smith.

His survivors include his son, Kevin Hoey of High Point, NC and several grandchildren.

A private family service will be held at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

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

Time to enroll your student

By Loretta Cozart

If you have not yet done so, the time has come to enroll your student in Cleveland County Schools. The online enrollment process will ask you for a scan or photo of the following items. However, you can enroll without providing them immediately, but you'll need to drop these by your school of enrollment.

• Student's birth certificate

• Three proofs of residence (Ex: Most current utility bills, lease agreement, rental receipt, home ownership proof, etc.)

• Immunization Records

To register online, visit www.clevelandcountyschools.org/team_ccs/join_ team_ccs/enrollment

If you would like to apply for your child to attend Preschool in Cleveland County Schools, please call our office at 704-476-8064. They will be glad to assist you in completing an application.

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

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Washington Missionary Baptist

1920 Stoney Point Rd, Shelby, NC

Sunday, July 21- 25

What: Bible School GLOW for JESUS

When: 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm, July 21 - 25.

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

More Info: Commencement, Thursday, 6:00 pm, Parents welcome! GLOW for JESUS, Matthew 5:16. Ages: Nursery through 6th grades.

Saturday, July 27

What: VBS to Ascension Outer Space

When: 9:00 am until 2:00 pm, July 27.

Where: Ascension Lutheran Church, 300 N. Layfayette St., Shelby, NC.

More Info: Come out and enjoy our day of VBS Ascension to Outer Space!!

Saturday, July 27

What: Backpack Giveaway

When: 9:00 am until 11:00 am, July 27.

Where: South Mountain Baptist Association, 3639 NC 18 Hwy., Vale, NC.

More Info: Backpack giveaway for kids, kindergarten through high school. For more information call 704-4624472.

What: Church Bible Water Day

When: 11:00 am until 1:00 pm July 27

Where: Pleasant Hill UMC, 1102 Warlick Rd., Lawndale, NC.

More Info: Fun with water games and bible stories. Lunch will be provided and all are welcome. Bring a towel and your swim suit for loads of fun.

Monday, July 29 - 31

What: Revival Service

When: 7:00 pm, July 29 - 31.

Where: Maple Springs Baptist Church, 1231 Maple Springs Church Rd., Shelby, NC.

More Info: Revival Service will be held Monday - Wednesday. Service will begin at 7:00 p.m. Rev. Courtney Mills will be the guest speaker.

Saturday, August 3

What: Back to School Bash

When: Noon until 2:00 pm, August 03.

Where: Lily Memorial Baptist Church, 406 Whitener St., Shelby, NC.

More Info: Back to School Bash! Hot dog Lunch provided. First 30 elementary age children will receive Free school supplies. You can pre register @ 704-482-2913. All Welcome!

What: Clothing Giveaway

When: 5:00 pm - until, August 03.

Where: Hudson Memorial Baptist Church, 762 Warlick Rd., Lawndale, NC.

More Info: Need work clothes, schools or just in need of some clothes? Come out to Hudson Memorial Baptist Church and shop through our selection. We will have a free hot dog lunch available. We will be offering prayers to those who may have a special request or need. There will be clothes, shoes, and hats available for all age.

Sunday, August 4-10

What: Spiritual Revival

When: Sunday 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday 7:00 pm, Saturday 6:00 pm, August 4-10.

Where: Hudson Memorial Baptist Church, 762 Warlick Rd., Lawndale, NC.

More Info: In need of a spiritual revival? Come join us for an evening of reviving our spirits through God’s words. There will be guest speakers each night. Everyone is welcome! Come as you are!

Sunday, August 4-9

What: Church Revival

When: Sunday 6:00 pm, August 04, Monday - Friday 7:00 pm, August 05-09.

Where: Ledford Grove Baptist Church, 327 E. Double Shoals Rd., Lawndale NC.

More Info: Revival with Jamie Coulter Ministries. Make plans to come and join us. Everyone is welcome! For more info: 704-538-6803.

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.

MULLS MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH

Traditional worship and sound Biblical preaching.

SERVICE TIMES: SUNDAY, 10:30 AM WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY, 6:00 PM

Come and feel welcomed as you feel the presence of God in our church. Pastor Jimmy Black

3299 Fallston Road, Shelby, NC

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Let’s get in another dance before the summer’s over!

Join the Neal Senior Center for our

Thursday, August 29

Neal Senior Center

100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby

Beginning at 6:00 PM

Music provided by the Union Express Advance tickets- $6.00 each

(Deadline to purchase is Tuesday, August 27, by 3:00 PM) Tickets will be sold at the door for $8.00 each

A minimum of 50 tickets must be sold in advance to hold the dance.

Neal Senior Center Thursday, August 22, 2024 • 10AM

A light snack will be provided

To pre-register, please contact Daniel Dedmon, Neal Senior Center Program Director, at 704/481-7387. Space is limited so please pre-register as soon as possible!

The Neal Center would like to thank everyone who donated money, food, paper products, and medical equipment from July 2024.

• Lesa Hudson •Elizabeth Baptist Church

• Kerrie & David Adams Sunday School Class

• Julia A. Twitty • Beverly & Dave Cardwell

• Karen Burto

And a special thanks to all our anonymous donors!

Friday, August 2 - Beginning at 9:30 AM Bring $1.00 OR a $1.00 gift

To reserve a seat, call the Neal Senior Center at 704/482-3488 by Wednesday, July 31, at 3 PM Walk-ins are welcome.

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By Gary Miller Aiming Outdoorsmen

I can remember in years past, starting to do extensive scouting to find where deer might be during the opening season. I focused on paths and funnels and signs. As I got older and wiser about hunting, I realized it’s not as important to know their journey, as it is their destination. And that destination, except for the rut, will always focus on needs. Food, water, and shelter (safety). When it comes to food, deer are like us. They like a variety that comes from different seasons. For instance, I’m enjoying watermelon right now, knowing it won’t be long until I’ll not be able to get another one. This variety works for everything except bacon. Bacon is always in season and is always a destination. But I digress. When it comes to variety for deer right now, they are anticipating the acorns that are getting ready to fall. Around the same time, fruit trees will drop their treasure, and every deer within miles will line up waiting for the next thud of an apple or pear. So, instead of trying to cut them off at the pass, I choose to just wait at the place I know they’re coming to. I use to teach this same idea in basketball. I would tell young players who were on defense, that instead of chasing the opposing player who has the ball, all over the court, just wait on him at the goal. After all, that’s where he’s headed. This concept saved them from fainting from exhaustion, many times. And when it comes to deer hunting, this same concept has saved me from hours of wonder, worry, and work. And that gives me more time to rest with confidence, because I trust the outcome.

Have you ever realized there are some things in our Christian life where we know the destination? I mean there are some things in our life where we don’t have to wonder, worry, and work so hard toward. These are destinations that are already determined and all we have to do is wait and watch. For instance, when it comes to our provision, God has promised He will meet all our needs according to His riches in Heaven. That means I don’t have to wonder, worry, or work as if everything is up to me. I just need to realize I’m already under His oak tree. And what about all of those times we’ve made some really bad decisions, or when we have sinned deeply? Well, He’s got that covered too, because He has promised He will take all the seemingly unassociated pieces of our life and make a beautiful quilt. The destination is set. So, are you fretting over the path, or unsure about the signs? Forget about that. Just put your stand where God is already coming, and just rest with confidence, and trust that God has a good outcome heading your way.

articles for 21 years. He also speaks at wildgame dinners and men’s events for churches and associations. gary@outdoortruths.org

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NC Wildlife Resources Commission asking for help to document Hellbender sightings

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) requests the public's help in reporting sightings of hellbenders in local waterways. Often, the unusual appearance of these oversized salamanders can be unsettling. However, these legally protected creatures are essential and productive in our local environment.

The presence of hellbenders in a stream or river is a sign that the water is clean and relatively clear of pollutants, and they disappear when waterways become too clogged with silt or chemicals. Because of this, they can be important indicators of waterway health. Seeing a hellbender is a good sign that the waterway is healthy. The public can help biologists monitor this critical species by sharing information about hellbender sightings with the NCWRC.

The Eastern Hellbender is one of only three giant salamanders found in the world. North Carolina is home to more than 65 species of salamanders, with over 50 species in the mountain region alone. The Eastern Hellbender (Cryptobranchus a. alleganiensis) is one of the largest salamanders found in North Carolina and the United States. Only the Greater Siren and the Twotoed Amphiuma, both large eel-like salamanders, are longer.

Although they are large

and slimy, contrary to popular belief, hellbenders are not poisonous or venomous. They are quite harmless. Many hellbenders are killed by people out of fear or ignorance, which is part of why their survival in North Carolina is at risk. A common misconception is that hellbenders negatively impact trout or other fish populations. Hellbenders may occasionally grab bait on a fishing line if the opportunity presents itself or scavenge dead or discarded fish parts, but their primary food source is crayfish. In fact, fish can be more dominant predators of young or larval hellbenders than hellbenders can threaten fish.

Hellbenders are 16 to 17 inches long on average, but they can grow to be more than two feet long and weigh more than three pounds. The hellbender's skin on its back ranges in color from grayish brown to reddish brown. Darker spots or mottled patches may also be present on the back. The belly is usually one color and generally lighter than the back. The hellbender's head and body are flattened, with a rounded snout and a pair of small, poorly-developed eyes. The hellbender is primarily nocturnal and relies on touch and smell to catch food, although it does see relatively well. The hellbender absorbs dissolved oxygen found in fast-running waters through its skin. A loose fold of skin called

a "frill" runs from the base of the neck down to the tail on each side of its body. The frill increases the skin's surface area, helping the hellbender breathe. Hatchlings and 1-to-2-year-old hellbenders have external gills. Gill slits located at the base of the throat replace external gills when the young reach 1½ to 2 years.

The young hellbender is then able to absorb oxygen through its skin. The hellbender is mature at about 6 to 8 years, at which time it is about 1 foot long. It will continue to grow for many years to come.

The Eastern Hellbender is classified as a nongame species with no open season. It is state-listed as a species of special concern. Because hellbenders are a protected species, it is illegal to kill, harm, collect, harass, or sell them. The hellbender is also a species of the greatest conservation need in the N.C. Wildlife Action Plan.

The North Carolina Wildlife Action Plan (NCWAP) provides a foundation for State and Federal agencies and other conservation partners to think strategically about the roles they play for the environment and prioritize conservation efforts throughout the state. At a minimum, North Carolina's Plan is comprehensively evaluated and revised every 10 years, but interim updates are also expected. You can help the NCWRC keep the content

of the Plan relevant to current issues and needs by sharing your knowledge about the state's fish and wildlife species and their habitats, for example: Projects you (or your organization) are working on that implement priority conservation recommendations outlined in the NCWAP, What you have learned from research concerning fish and wildlife or their habitats, How is climate change being included in your planning processes and projects, or Emerging concerns that have not been addressed in the NCWAP will impact species or their habitats in North Carolina.

NCWRC Wildlife Diversity Program biologists and project partners (e.g., other agencies, volunteers, universities, etc.) began a long-term inventory and monitoring project for hellbenders in 2007. Biologists aim to study hellbender populations in the state, revisit historical locations, discover new locations, monitor increasing habitat threats, and educate the public on hellbender conservation.

The public can help biologists in their efforts by informing them where they observe hellbenders. People who wish to share their hellbender sightings with the NCWRC can contact agency staff directly or submit their observations to (919) 707-0050 or lori.williams@ncwildlife.org.

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Hellbenders come in various colors, but the basic body shape is the same. They can grow to two-feet long and weigh more than three pounds.

Photos by NCWRC

Homeowners who do not currently have a finished basement but are considering such a project can approach the remodel with a few key factors in mind.

How to approach a basement remodel

A fully finished and functional basement is a dream for many homeowners. Such a space, when completed, can serve as an entertainment space, a man cave, an artist’s studio, or any number of additional functions.

Despite their usefulness, finished basements are something of a rarity. In an analysis of data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction, the National Association of Home Builders® found that only around 24 percent of single-family homes built in 2018 have basements. Homeowners who do not currently have a finished basement but are considering such a project can approach the remodel with a few key factors in mind. Careful consideration of these factors can ensure the project is budget-friendly and worthy of homeowners’ investments.

• Investment value: Conventional wisdom among home renovation and real estate experts suggests that a basement remodel is best if done to satisfy current inhabitants and not necessarily to appeal to prospective buyers once the home is put up for sale. Remodeling magazine reports that a midrange basement remodel costing around $70,000 will provide a return of around $49,000 (or 70 percent) at resale. Though that’s not a poor return on investment, homeowners who are remodeling a basement solely for the potential ROI at resale can find other projects that provide a greater return.

• Foundation: The foundation of the home must garner ample consideration before beginning a basement remodel. Certain foundation issues, such as soft concrete, cracked or curved outside walls and cracks in the flooring, are indicative

of significant issues with the foundation. These issues can be costly to address, and they must be remedied before the basement remodel can begin.

• Existing space: Some homeowners may have bought their homes with partially finished basements or even finished areas that they simply want to remodel. In such instances, a pre-remodel inspection from a licensed home inspector can save homeowners lots of money and heartache over the long haul. Partially finished or even aging finished basements might not have been renovated in adherence to codes, which could lead to costly violations down the road. An inspection in advance of a remodel can give homeowners an idea of what they will need to do to bring the basement up to code. Local officials also can provide a list of necessary permits and a detailed description of requirements to ensure the remodeled basement adheres to code.

• Soil: Soil surrounding the home should be tested prior to beginning the project. Radon is an odorless gas found in soil that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency notes can increase individuals’ risk for lung cancer. Radon can seep into basements and increase that risk even further if it is present at elevated levels in the soil surrounding a home. Radon tests are simple and inexpensive, and no basement remodel project should begin without first conducting such a test. Finished basements are valuable spaces. Homeowners who want to finish or remodel their basements should consider a host of factors before beginning the renovation.

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BACK TO SCHOOL GOS-

PEL SINGING. Back to School Gospel Singing with Straight & Narrow and The Gospel Hymn Boys! August 3rd at 6:00pm and Hot Dogs Available at 5:00pm! At the Former Cleveland County Campmeeting Grounds, 137 Delaware Drive, Shelby, NC 28150. Sponsored By Charity Christian School of Fallston, NC (704) 419-4574 charitychristianschool@gmail.com

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EMPLOYMENT

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ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704) 473-0341

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

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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

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CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tune-up Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. 704-472-9367.

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

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YARD SALE MOORESBORO Sat., July 27, 2024 from 07:30 AM - ? Kids clothes, adult clothes, toys, small furniture, dishes, household items. 3222 McKinney Road, Mooresboro, NC 28114

BIG YARD SALE. Sat Jul 27th, 7:00 AM until. Boys, women’s, men’s clothes, charcoal grill, miscellaneous items. 2729 Carla Drive, Shelby, NC 28150

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HEAT SYSTEM. 750 Gallon Water Stove w/8 Solar Panels. Oil Furnace backup. Call for more info. 704-482-8851 or 704-692-8501.

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3 GRAVE SITES, SECTION 1. Rose Hill Cemetery. $2700. (910) 538-3602

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4 MEN’S CRUISER BICYCLES $200. Must sell! 828782-7221.

WANT TO BUY

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

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

WANT 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

FARM & GARDEN

COW & GOAT HAY. 4X5 bales. 704-215-0214.

CHICKENS. 9 Beautiful laying hens and rooster...$15.00 each.or 2 for $25..also younger chickens $5-10 each. 704_473_1311 (704) 473-1311

BOATS

M-80 DUCK HUNTING KAYAK. $450 Brand New, never been in the water. $585 on www.creekboats.com. Will entertain offers. (704) 297-0479

PETS & LIVESTOCK

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

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. Big & beautiful, were born to AKC registered Magnus vom Walls (100lbs) & Mishka (88lbs). Magnus is 5th in the US Seiger show and is the off spring of Negus de Marka IGP3. 4 males & 2 females available July 19. Puppies come with shots, Vet health screening, packet to include registration. 828-292-3001, 828-455-9988 rsutak26@hotmail.com (828) 292-3001 rsutak26@hotmail. com

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) 2923001 rsutak26@hotmail.com

GOATS FOR SALE mixed breed. Boer and Savannah, does and kids. 11 total. 828248-8060.

CHIWEENIE PUPPIES. 3 males, 1 female, 8 weeks, 3 long hair, 1 short hair, multiple shades of chocolate, $350 each. 704-466-5790.

LABRADOR RETRIEVER PUPS. Puppies are 5th generation, AKC American English blend hunting background, well socialized, parents on premise, pups will be vet checked, parvovirus and canine distemper only, parents are fed raw diet, no chemicals used in the home or on my dogs (603) 348-0845 nmouimette@yahoo.com

2 AKC MINIATURE SCHNAUZERS. Vet checked & first shots. Call or text. Taking deposits. (704) 915-0004

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES, high quality. Comes with first shots and deworming. Call 828-289-3996 or 828-7489238.

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PETS & LIVESTOCK

CARS & TRUCKS

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

PETS

& LIVESTOCK

KOI FISH FOR SALE. All colors; short and long fin; 3”-4” fish $1.; larger fish $5.-$10. (864) 546-2778 brendasherman9@ gmail.com

NINE GERMAN SHEPHERD

SYBERIAN HUSKEY mix puppies. Five males, four females. Dewormed, 1st shots, vet health checked. 8-1/2 weeks old. Ready for new home. Kid friendly. 704-974-7357

CKC BOSTON TERRIER PUPPIES. 1-M, 3-F, Vet checked and current vaccinations. $1200. (980) 389-3747 jbrbsmith18@gmail.com

CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES. 13 weeks old, 2 females, black with white markings, dewormed, $350 each. 704-466-7793.

BABY NANNY GOATS. Mixed Seenan/Newbian. Assorted colors. Weened, ready for home. Healthy, farm-raised. $75 and up. Cliffside area. 828289-6756.

TOY POODLE PUPPIES. CKC registered. Males only. First shots & wormed. $500. (704) 477-6762

BLUE HEELER / LABRADOO-

DLE PUPPIES. 15 weeks old. Vaccinated and dewormed. $200 or best offer. No Sunday calls. 828-829-3476.

AKC SHORT HAIRED MINIATURE DASCHUNDS. 5 males available, akc full registration, had vet check, first shot and deworming, 8 weeks old, ready for forever home 800.00. (704) 674-8887 MYLITTLEARIZIONA@YAHOO.COM

MINIATURE PINCHERS MALE AND FEMALE and breeding pairs. 10 to 12 pound size. Good temperament, all colors, great breeders. Downsizing. Call for price. 828-351-8227.

CARS & TRUCKS

2003 FORD RANGER XLT pick-up. 3L V6, 193,000 miles, runs great, midnight blue, new tires. $5,000. 828-284-6407.

1991 LINCOLN TOWN CAR. 97,308 miles, 4 dr., Beautiful Blue body with no dents or scratches. Great investment. Too many vehicles. Driven regularity. Garage kept. $3,500 firm. 828-748-1065.

2003 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250 Automatic, 7.3 Litre V-8 Engine. Tan Leather Interior. Upgrade Maintenance that included New Turbo and Injectors. Have Service Documents. Pioneer Radio. Only 138,800 miles. $31,500. call (704) 3001818

2011 FORD RANGER 4.0 MOTOR, automatic transmission & transfer case. 64,000 miles. $1600. 828-287-3820

1997 FORD F-SUPER DUTY CHASSIS CAB XLT Package. 7.3 Diesel Power Stroke, Removable Pipe Rack. Flat Bed. 146,000 miles, PW, PDL, 5 Speed Manual, $18,500. Call (704) 300-1818

2013 SILVERADO 2500. 2 door, 6.0, 90,000 miles on motor, has black cap cover, $13,000. 2006 Honda Ridgeliner, truck 150,000 miles, silver $6000. (704) 300-9223

2006 FORD ECONOLINE

CARGO VAN E-250 Utility Van. Has ladder rack and tool & supply racks with Buckhead gate behind driver seat. 222,000 miles. Cold A/C . Automatic. New Battery & Wiper Blades. $5950.00 OBO. Call (704) 300-1818

CAMPERS

1996 BOUNDER RV. Approximately 53,000 miles. $16,422. (704) 689-4001

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

HOUSE FOR RENT. 2 BR, 1 1/2 BA. Large basement, Central H/A, safe area on W. Warren Street and close to town. $1100/ mth. + Deposit. 704-300-2820.

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

THREE UPTOWN SHELBY OFFICES AVAILABLE. Take one or all three. Very desirable location on ground level. Shared conference room. All utilities included. 704-481-7659

CLEVELAND COUNTY

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

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

HOUSE FOR RENT. 2 BR, 1 1/2 BA. Large basement, Central H/A, safe area on W. Warren Street and close to town. $1100/mth. + Deposit. 704300-2820.

DOUBLEWIDE, 105 ISLEY STREET. Kings Mountain, NC. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1275, Deposit $1275, App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

APARTMENT, 127-1 WIGGINS LANE. Kings Mountain. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $995, Deposit $995. Includes water. App Fee $25 per adult. 704214-4180.

SINGLEWIDE 1624-20

SOUTH POST ROAD, Shelby, NC. 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Rent $975, Deposit $975. Includes power/water. App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

CLEVELAND COUNTY

SINGLEWIDE, 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM. 135-11 Wiggins Lane, Kings Mountain, NC. Rent $995, Deposit $995, App Fee $25 per adult. 704472-4180.

LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE.

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

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

MOVE IN SPECIAL. 2 & 3

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

GASTON COUNTY

DOUBLEWIDE, 1231 SALVADOR CT. Gastonia, NC. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1595, Deposit $1595. App Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

TOMS LAKE CAMPGROUND

“Family Friendly”! Full Hookups. Nice Shady Spots. Monthly Rates Only! Located at 441 Toms Lake Rd., Forest City, NC. (828) 429-3154

FOR RENT

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

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

REAL ESTATE

RUTHERFORD COUNTY HOUSE FOR SALE IN RUTHERFORDTON. LOCATION! THIS WELL MAINTAINED RANCH HOME IS LOCATED A FEW MILES FROM RUTHERFORDTON’S QUAINT DOWNTOWN AREA, YET OUTSIDE OF THE CITY LIMITS IN A QUIET COUNTRY SETTING ON 1.3 ACRES OF LAND. YOU WILL LOOK OUT YOUR KITCHEN WINDOW INTO BEAUTIFULLY SHADED WOODS. THE HOME FEATURES 3 BEDROOMS AND 1 FULL BATH. THE INTERIOR OF THE HOME HAS UNDERGONE A TOTAL REFRESH; NEW PAINT THROUGHOUT, NEW LUXURY WATERPROOF VINYL PLANK IN THE KITCHEN, DINING AREA, HALLWAY, AND BATH, THE BEAUTIFUL, ORIGINAL RED OAK HARDWOOD FLOORS HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY SANDED AND STAINED WITH A DARK BROWN PROVINCIAL STAIN, A NEW SIDE ENTRY DOOR, NEW LIGHT FIXTURES THROUGHOUT, NEW KITCHEN FAUCET, NEW DOOR KNOBS, TOO MANY DETAILS TO NAME. THERE IS A FULL UNFINISHED BASEMENT WITH BOTH INDOOR AND OUTDOOR ACCESS, A ONE CAR GARAGE DOOR, AND A WASHER AND DRYER. RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 (828) 755-4586 CANDY.EDWARDS@ALLENTATE.COM