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Local folks attend Trump inauguration By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
A group of local folks make the trek to Washington, D.C. for President Donald Trump's inauguration and came away with plenty of adventure stories about what they saw. Gaston County commissioner Ronnie Worley was joined by Gaston County Board of Education vice chairman Jeff Ramsey and former Gaston County commissioner Jack Brown for the oncein-a-lifetime trip. Worley and Ramsey took their sons (both named Andrew). The group booked a B&B near Howard University and arrived in D.C. on January 18. “We had two rooms for five people and slept on the bed, sofa, and air mattresses,” Worley said. The digs were only a few blocks from the Metro train and that's how the group moved around the town. “We parked our cars,” said Worley. On inauguration day Worley and the others made their way to the Mall area where the main crowd had gathered for
Trump's swearing in. Worley sported a “Make America Great Again” ball cap and found out not everyone on the streets was a fan of The Donald or his supporters. “I was shocked when a woman spat on me,” he said. “Some of the protesters locked arms in front of the security check gates so people could not get through. They inconvenienced thousands of people.” Nonetheless, Worley and his group plunged into the thick of things. “The crowds on the parade route were huge,” he said. “Just being there surrounded by hundreds of thousands of folks was a sensation.” Worley and his pals also visited some North Carolina political folks and met a few celebrities while in D.C. “We stopped by the offices of Rep. Patrick McHenry and Sen. Thom Tillis,” he said. “We also met John Hannity from Fox News and “Duck Dynasty's Willy Robinson. We went to the Lincoln Memorial and heard Toby Keith.” Worley considered the inauguration a
turning point for America. “A true change is coming,” he said. “Trump will take care of all of our folks.” Andrew Worley, 17, and a student at Stuart Cramer High, was filled with awe about the trip. “It was a really neat experience,” he said. “The best part was when the crowd started chanting 'make America great again'.” Andrew Ramsey, 20, and a student at NCSU was also moved by the D.C. trip. “Being able to see the transfer of power of the highest position in the world is something I will never forget,” he said. Jeff Ramsey says that all Americans should make seeing a Presidential inauguration a part of their “bucket list”. “I urge everyone to see one,” Ramsey said. “It will inspire you as an American. Even the protests make it unique as an expression of free speech. It is democracy at work.” Gaston County commissioner, Ronnie Worley and his son Andrew enjoying the presidential inauguration scene. Photo provided by Ronnie Worley and Jeff Ramsey See more photos page 2
New Stanley Middle School Community Volunteer Fire Department receives $5k grant project moving ahead Walls are going up and the new Stanley Middle School is taking shape. It has been six months since the groundbreaking ceremony when all that could be seen on the school’s former football field were mounds of dirt and construction equipment. Now, curious passersby can see where the school will be located and envi- Workers have been battling mud at the new Stanley Middle School construcsion a modern facil- tion site but making good progress overall. Gaston Schools photos ity that should be ready for use during the 2017- on campus, which should alle- which will help to move con2018 academic year. viate typical traffic backups on struction right along. Crews spent the fall Hovis Road. For the most part, the months preparing the site for Principal Rebecca Huff- weather has cooperated with the school building, installing stetler said students, teach- construction and work is procurb and gutter for the adja- ers, and the community have gressing as expected. The cent parking lots and vehicle enjoyed watching the school recent snowfall of five inches entranceways, clearing trees, become a reality, and they are and some rain delayed work moving power and utility lines, already eager to move in. Be- for a few days, but crews have and taking care of other details. fore that happens, there is more been working outside of the The site is designed to provide work to be done. Engineers regular eight to five business for more parking at the school and contractors are hoping See STANLEY MIDDLE page 4 and the “stacking” of vehicles for good weather this spring,
North Belmont's Community Volunteer costs more than $2,000. Fire Department is among 33 grant recipi“Most of our funds come from the ents of Georgia Pacific’s Bucket Brigade small bedroom community that we proprogram this year. The department will tect, leaving no extra money to buy new receive $5,000 to help fund equipment gear,” said Fire Chief Gary Jackson. “This needs. grant will make a big difference.” “We value our relationship with our See FIRE DEPARTMENT page 4 local fire departments, so we are very pleased to help them stay well equipped,” said Kirk Stallsmith, VP of manufacturing at Georgia Pacific's Mt. Holly Nonwovensfacility. “These grants show our gratitude for their selfless dedication.” The fire department says the grant will go toward the replacement of full body protective gear that no longer The Community Volunteer Fire Department will receive a $5,000 meets standards grant from Georgia Pacific for new equipment. Pictured from left set by the National to right: Kirk Stallsmith, Jason Jackson, Stephen Roberts, Byron Fire Protection As- Hooker, Clay Thornburg, Chris Riddle, Nathan Benfield, Dwight sociation. Each set Cook, and Earl Dingess. Community Vol. Fire Dept. photo
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The Worleys, Ramsey, and Sean Hannity from Fox News had Jeff Ramsey, Jack Brown, Ronnie Worley, and Andrew Worley seen in front of the US Capitol on inauguration day. a chat in D.C. Photos provided by Ronnie Worley and Jeff Ramsey
Creative Pollinators guest speaker Multi-award winning film writer, producer, director, Sony Innovators Award finalist, two time Billboard Top Ten Songwriter and WSGE 91.7FM Morning Radio Personality/ Assistant Program Director & Music Director Tim Greene is the guest speaker for the February Creative Pollinators meetup on Thursday, February 16, 2017 at the Gastonia Conference Center, 145 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Gastonia NC 28052. Doors open at 6 PM. Topics to be covered: The role visual arts play in film production; Turn your ideas into feature films; Land a talent agent in 30 days or less; Break down a casting call to increase you chance of landing the part;. What film producers & directors look for when you apply for a production job on a set; Market yourself as an actor or filmmaker. Seating is limited RSVP ~ at http://bit.ly/2j9eb3S or call (704) 853-ARTS.
Just a fraction of the crowd at the inauguration event. A group of protesters along the road in D.C. on inauguration day.
Gaston County Board of Education vice-chair Jeff Ramsey and his son Andrew surrounded by other inauguration attendees.
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We celebrate Valentine’s Day How to write a classic love letter...
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hours to keep the construction on track. Huffstetler said it has been interesting to see the construction crews in action “in the school’s backyard.” A look out the classroom windows on the backside of the existing school reveals what is to come for the Stanley community – a contemporary campus that will replace the existing school, which formerly served as the town’s high school and junior high school dating back to the 1940s. Holding a white board with the date written on it, students have been documenting the progress through a series of pictures taken in front of the construction fencing. This idea has really piqued the students’ interest in what is going on just several hundred feet away. “Once construction is complete, you will see a flipThis is how Stanley Middle School will look when it’s finished. flop of our campus,” said Huffstetler, who is the current Gaston County Principal of the Year. “The new school will be where our athletic fields used to be and our new athletic fields will be where the existing building is.” There was enough land available at the existing school site at the corner of Hovis Road and Ralph Handsel Blvd. to situate the new facility at the same location, a rather unique concept that does not require the purchase of land, which saves some money. When students and teachers move into the new school, they will then see the demolition of the old school and the construction of new athletic fields, which should be complete by fall 2018. The new school is a two-story design of approximately 135,000 square feet with more than 40 classrooms equipped with the latest technology and resources. It will house 800 students and be expandable to 1,000 students to accommodate future population growth. Like any new school, it will have all the amenities, including a modern cafeteria/multiuse space, a state-of-the-art gymnasium for school and community use, and a library/media center that will serve as the heart of learning for the school. “To think that in less than two years we will have a brand new campus is very exciting,” added Huffstetler. “This new school is going to be a source of great pride for Stanley, and we are looking forward to getting into the building and seeing how the new campus will serve our community for many years to come.” In addition to a new middle school in Stanley, Workers pouring concrete slabs at the new Stanley Middle School. Gaston County Schools is building a new elementary school in west Gastonia. That new school sits behind the existing Pleasant Ridge Elementary and should be ready for students this fall.
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This year, Georgia Pacific awarded $170,000 in grants to fire departments for equipment critical to firefighters’ safety. This year also marks the 10th anniversary of the Bucket Brigade program, through which Georgia Pacific has given more than $2 million in cash and educational materials to fire departments that serve the company’s facility communities across the country. “Georgia Pacific is a great example of a company giving back to the first responders that protect its communities, many of whom are volunteers,” said Heather Schafer, NVFC’s chief executive officer. “We are proud of the work Georgia Pacific does to help local departments fund the gear and equipment theyneed to keep their personnel safe and better protect their communities.” The fire departments receiving Bucket Brigade grants this year span 18 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin.
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Group wants CLT airport wealth to trickle into Gaston County By Alan Hodge alan.bannernews@gmail.com
The sixth-busiest airport on the planet is in Charlotte just three miles from the Gaston County line and making money hand over fist. Now, a Gaston group is hoping to get some of that golden pie for our side of the Catawba River. To that end, representatives from the Greater Gaston Development Corp. (GGDC) have been visiting local city councils as well as the Gaston County board of commissioners pitching an idea that involves developing a strategy that will allow our area to be included in any planning by Charlotte-Douglas International Airport as it increases its financial and physical footprint. Doug Luckett, CaroMont Health CEO and GGDC executive director Mark Cramer are the ones who have been taking the message to Gaston leaders.
“Charlotte hired the MXD consulting firm based in Vancouver to study a 25 sq. mi. area around the airport but it didn't include Gaston County,” Cramer said. Of course to develop a strategy for Gaston to tap into the CLT boom will take some funding- about $230,000 from both public and private sources split evenly. “We have commitments for about 75% of the $115,000 private sector portion of the project costs,” said Cramer. Public money that Cramer says the project needs would break down like this- Gaston County, $45,000; Gastonia, $35,000; Belmont, $17,500; Mt. Holly, $17,500; smaller municipalities such as Stanley, Cramerton, McAdenville, $3,500 each. For each smaller municipality that comes on board, there would be a proportionate reduction in the amount allocated from the County and the three larger cities. Belmont has already said OK.
“We two presentations to the Belmont City Council which approved the request for $17,500 at their meeting on January 3, 2017.” Once underway, the “Positioning Strategy” as the project is known, would lay out a path to shape Gaston's future as Charlotte-Douglas continues to ramp up national and international connections, job growth, and economic prosperity. The Positioning Strategy would also be a valuable marketing and recruiting tool for the Gaston County Economic Development Commission. In addition, it would integrate with land use development plans so that Gaston County and its municipalities would be in a better position to take advantage of airport-related growth. The project would be coordinated and managed by GGDC. Start date for the project will depend on when funding is secured.
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Wisteria is flagship project of REVIVAL Development & Design
Montcross Chamber members and friends were treated to a special preview of a unique new business opening soon in downtown Belmont, when Wisteria Fine Florals and Exquisite Events opened recently for the evening to host "Network After Work." The reception drew a big response from folks curious to learn what owners Luke Manlove and Carmen Powers have planned for the shop located in the heart of Belmont at 7 N. Main Street. Wisteria is the flagship project of Manlove and Powers' REVIVAL Development & Design, also located in downtown Belmont. They describe REVIVAL as a company committed to creating, and helping other create, unique and exciting businesses that add character and meet consumer needs, first in Belmont and later in other communities. Still weeks from its grand opening, guests at Wisteria's preview got a glimpse of the beauty and style Luke and Carmen have planned for the business that will help clients create special events and introduce them to new products coming into the marketplace. They introduced Stephanie McMahan, who will be the director at Wisteria. "Network After Work" is the Chamber's most popular regular event, providing members and friends an opportunity to make business contacts while enjoying refreshments and learning about the products and services offered by the host business or organization. Find out about future events on the Chamber Calendar at www.MontcrossAreaChamber.com. To learn more about Wisteria, call REVIVAL at 704.461.8511.
Children’s Home Society receives Duke Endowment grant Children’s Home Society will receive support from a long-term ally to help scale up proven programs to battle North Carolina’s foster care crisis. Among a growing list of concerned organizations and individuals, The Duke Endowment announced a 4-year, $3.7-million grant to expand foster care, early intervention, and prevention services across the state. “James B. Duke set a course for his philanthropy to enrich lives in a multitude of ways across North and South Carolina,” said Phil Redmond, Jr., Director of The Duke Endowment’s Child Care program area. “Today, we continue our journey together with Children’s Home Society of North Carolina to help vulnerable children lead more successful lives.” According to Brian Maness, President and CEO of Children’s Home Society of North Carolina, foster care is in a state of crisis, in-
creasing every month in 2016 compared to the same period in the prior year. At the end of 2016, there were 10,524 children in foster care with about 2,400 children eligible for adoption. “Last year, we were able to place only 12 percent of the children referred to us,” said Maness. “We need to increase public awareness of the foster care crisis and expand our capacity of adoptive and foster homes for children. A child without a family is unacceptable. Every child deserves a loving, safe, and permanent home.” The Duke Endowment has distributed more than $3.3 billion in grants since its inception in 1924. The endowment’s work in North Carolina and South Carolina focuses on child care, health care, higher education, and rural United Methodist churches.
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The Gaston County Museum, Old Courthouse Square, Dallas, Legacy Series will present a free program entitled “George Alexander Gray”Saturday, February 4 - 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. George Alexander Gray, a textile pioneer of the early 20th century, helped shape the development of Gaston County. He was instrumental in the growth of textile mills in Gastonia that became the prominent economic industry in the region for generations. Surprisingly, very few people know of his life, his role in the textile boom, and how greatly he affected the county’s development. The Museum’s Legacy Series explores historic figures from local history and examines their impact on the region. Hear about George Alexander Gray’s life to better understand who he was and how his actions and others like him shaped the development of Gaston County. Gaston Museum photo
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Queen Of The Apostles Catholic Church 503 N. Main Street 704-825-9600
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St. Anthony of Padua Traditional Catholic Church
Cramer Memorial United Methodist Church
108 Horseshoe Bend Beach Rd. 704-827-8676
154 N. Main St. 704-824-3831
St. Paul FHB Church
Cramerton Temple of God Church
1529 Old Hwy 27 Rd. 704-827-5851
East Wilkinson Blvd. 704-824-5319
Tuckaseegee Baptist Church
First Baptist Church
511 Tuckaseegee Rd. 704-827-4301
Way of the Cross Baptist Church 238 Lanier Ave. 704-827-8111
Wesley Chapel Holiness Church 324 N. Lee St. 704-827-1993
235 8th Ave. 704-824-1991
Life Church 501 Cramer Mountain Rd. 704-824-4286
Riverside Baptist Church
Westview Presbyterian Church
171 S. Main St. 704-824-7785
1020 W. Catawba Ave. 704-827-2026
West Cramerton United Methodist Church
LOWELL
207 Lowell Ave. 704-824-4213
Bethlehem Church 3100 Bethlehem Church St. 704-823-5050
Carolina Community Baptist 604 Martha Ave 704-824-2872
STANLEY Amazing Grace Baptist Church 7280 Sifford Rd. 704-827-6277
Center Baptist Church
Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran
S. New Hope Rd. 704-824-4121
203 S. Main St. 704-263-2621
Epic Church
Community Pentecostal Center
100 Indian Walk 704-671-4652
320 Ralph Handsel Blvd. 704-263-8731
Lowell Church of God
First United Methodist Church
804 W. First Street 704-824-3383
Lowell Free Will Baptist Church 3010 Lowell Rd. 704-824-9389
Lowell Smyre United Methodist Church
217 N. Main St. 704-263-2691
First Presbyterian Church 512 Old Mount Holly Rd. 704-263-4275
Gold Hill Missionary Baptist Church
201 N. Main St. 704-824-8814
7447 Old Plank Rd. 704-827-7966
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church
New Faith Baptist Church
120 Branch St. 704-824-4535
1224 Mayberry Rd. 704-263-0249
First Baptist Church of Lowell
New Life Baptist Church
400 W. 1st St. 704-824-1215
527 N. Buckoak St. 704-263-4647
First Baptist Church
Stanley Church of God
317 W. 1st St. 704-824-1213
New Life Church 128 Robbins St. 704-824-1356
Presbyterian Church of Lowell 207 E. 1st St. 704-824-3807
Restoration Church 1800 Spencer Mountain Rd. 704-824-5250
Woodlawn Baptist Church
324 N. Main St. 704-263-4041
Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church 113 E. Parkwood St. 704-263-2131
Trinity Full Gospel Church 303 Sunset Dr. 704-263-9765
United In Action of Stanley 5481 Hickory Grove Rd. 704-524-0555
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Banner-News Obituaries
Robert Lee “Buck” Loyd Belmont, North CarolinaRobert Lee "Buck" Loyd, age 90, passed away January 22, 2017 at his home. He was born in Statesville, NC, a son
of the late Grover Harrison Loyd and Flora Hice Loyd. Buck served in the United States Navy during WWII and worked as meat cutter and chef at the Ranch House for over 55 years. Buck loved to be outdoors, especially while fishing and gardening. Buck is survived by his son, Wayne Loyd and wife, Rhonda; daughter, Karen Loyd; son, Blair Loyd and wife Darleane all of Belmont; several brothers and sisters; 7 grandchildren; 10 great-greandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Minnie "Gene" Loyd. A memorial service was
held in the Bumgardner Chapel of McLean Funeral Directors, Belmont on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at 2:00pm. The family received friends prior to the service from 12:00-1:45pm. Burial with Military Honors by the Gaston County Honor Guard followed in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, www.donatenow.heart.org. Condolence messages may be sent online at www. mcleanfuneral.com. McLean Funeral Directors of Belmont is serving the Loyd family.
The Master's Hand
by Dennis Siracusa
The We R Forgiven gospel group recently performed at Sunset Forest Baptist Church. This photo Sometimes planting a garden shows the ensemble singing. Left to right George Spencer (Charlotte) Kim Auten (Mount Holly) can be a daunting experience. Donna Ward & Bill Ward (Stanley). On the surface it may seem like a walk in the park because, after all, you just need to bury the seeds in the ground, water them and they’ll grow right? Unfortunately that isn’t true. There are a lot of elements in planting a garden if you want it to be successful and along the way, a lot of lessons to be learned. A good garden needs more than casual thought and participation. Without our deliberate involvement nothing will even start… or nothing of value anyway. Gardens, unattended, will disappointingly become weed infested. I’m sure there is a spiritual lesson in that but, as of now I’m not sure what it is. Perhaps you and I will learn that lesson as time unfolds. So how do we start? By committing our best efforts to the task and then drawing on a vital resource outside ourselves. This reminds me of a story I The group with Sunset Forest pastor. Left to right: We R Forgiven sound man Jack Glenn, Kim heard of a famous pianist. Auten, Sunset Forest Baptist pastor Jeff Hicks, Bill Ward, Donna Ward, George Spencer. “When the house lights Photos provided by Bill Ward dimmed and the concert was about to begin, the mother ADVERTISING returned to her seat and discovered that her child was WORKS! missing. Suddenly the curtains Promote Your Business parted and spotlights focused on the impressive Steinway on
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Six Ways to Avoid the Norovirus By CaroMont Health
Lowesville Gospel Concerts/Living Word Ministries – 1062 Highway 16 South – Lowesville NC presents The Jay Stone Singers, a southern gospel family group, from the Fayetteville area, Saturday Feb 11th at 6:00 PM. You will be blessed as their smooth family harmony radiates through the congregation. The concert will be no admission cost, however a freewill offering will be received. They have southern gospel every 2nd Sat and Bluegrass Gospel every 4th. Contact: Carroll at 704-618-9762. Carroll Cook photo
The stomach bug —we’ve all been there and we can all agree it’s not something you want to fall victim to. Every year, around 20 million Americans catch the norovirus, which is the most common cause of gastroenteritis—and commonly referred to as the “stomach flu.” The norovirus can spread through contaminated food, water, surfaces or individuals and (gross alert) is caused by coming in contact with fecal matter or vomit. The illness is extremely contagious with unpleasant side effects, including diarrhea and vomiting. While the illness doesn’t typically last longer than one to three days, someone contaminated can spread the virus up to six weeks after being infected. While it can be tough to prevent completely, follow these tips from our team for your best chance of avoiding the norovirus this winter. Prepare your immune system Living a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle builds a strong immune system, ready to put up a tough fight when the norovirus is going around. Eating a diet heavy in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, exercising
regularly and maintaining a healthy weight will keep your immune system strong and prepared. Wash your hands Hand sanitizer is great when there are no other options for washing your hands, but anytime there is a sink and soap around, always use that first. You should vigorously rub your hands with soap for 20 seconds when washing them, which seems like a long time, but is worth every second to avoid a stomach bug. Wash your food Purchasing fruit from a grocery store or market means you have no idea where that produce has been. Even if your grocery store prewashes the produce, that doesn’t mean some other shopper didn’t accidentally drop it on the floor and put it back. Thoroughly washing all produce and seafood before eating or cooking adds another buffer between you and potential viruses. Keep your hands away from your face As tempting as it may be, stop touching your face. The fastest way for germs to travel from a surface to your mouth is by you touching that surface then touching your face.
Don’t get yourself sick by avoiding hand and face contact. Clean and clean well The surfaces in your home are a breeding ground for germs, so it’s important to make sure you are regularly cleaning them. A surface is clean until it’s touched again, so cleaning often is the only way to make sure your surfaces aren’t crawling with germs. Maximize your efforts with a cleaning agent like bleach, which kills all germs the first time. Wash your clothes If someone you live with or are close with is contaminated, it’s best to clean or toss anything they may have come in contact with. If they keep their toothbrush close to yours, toss it and get a new one, along with tossing any food they may have touched. Wash any clothes or bedding they have come in contact with thoroughly and on a high heat setting to ensures that all germs are killed. While the norovirus isn’t 100% preventable, there are many ways to reduce the risk of getting it. Follow these tips to keep yourself, your friends and loved ones a little safer from the stomach flu this season.
Dobbins named NC Health Stephen Duncan Director of the Year honored with Order of the Long Leaf Pine Stephen G. Duncan, a native of Belmont, NC, recently was presented the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, one of the most prestigious awards granted by the Governor of North Carolina. The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is given to individuals who have a proven record of extraordinary service to the state that is above and beyond the call of duty and which has a significant impact. Steve has a lifetime record of active involvement in civic and community affairs. On behalf of the citizens of Chimney Rock Village, he directed the official incorporation of the municipality. He continues to serve in administration and as Finance Director. In the City of Marion, he was involved in municipal activities such as initiating the downtown development program,Stephen G. Duncan poses with his Long Leaf Pine award. current chairman. including the creation of A former Appalachian State University the downtown association and two Historic District designations. Student Government president, Steve is parWhen he served on the Asheville Hous- ticularly interested in the strategic growth and ing Task Force, Steve was instrumental in the development of the university academically comprehensive change in housing policies for and athletically. He also has a strong interest the City of Asheville. He also recently served in the economic prosperity of Gaston County as First Vice-Chair of the former Advantage and surrounding counties from the Foothills West (WNC Economic Development Comto the Northwestern and Western regions of mission), member of the Public Policy comNorth Carolina. mittee for the Council of Real Estate Investor's Steve is a full-timed licensed real estate Association, and Board of Directors for the Land of the Sky Association of Realtors. Cur- broker in North Carolina, serving clients from rently Steve serves on the Land of the Sky Asheville and the Gaston County region. When he is not working, Steve enjoys cyAssociation Board of Realtor’s Finance Committee. Steve was a founding member of the cling and attending Appalachian State football Neal Hanks Sr. Memorial Fund and serves as games.
On Wednesday, January 18, 2017, the North Carolina Association of Local Health Directors honored Chris Dobbins of Gaston County as Health Director of the Year, State Representative Josh Dobson of McDowell County as Legislator of the Year, and the NC Harm Reduction Coalition with the 2017 Public Health Partners Award for their efforts to reduce the harmful consequences associated with drug use and other high risk activities, including the establishment of the Syringe Exchange Program. “We are pleased to recognize these leaders for their service to the people of North Carolina,” said Jim Bruckner, President of the NC Association of Local Health Directors. “They are the true heroes of the public health community.” Chris Dobbins (left) is seen with County Manager Earl Mathers The awards were given at (center) and Gaston DHHS Division Director of Public Health the NCALHD annual meeting Steve Eaton. Gaston County Photo awards luncheon in Raleigh. The ash events in Gaston County, by hosting “town awards luncheon was held in conjunction with the hall” events and going door-to-door in effected State Health Director's meeting, also in Raleigh. The North Carolina Health Director of the areas to discuss citizen concerns and possible soYear Award was created by the North Carolina lutions. Dobbins received special acclaim for his leadAssociation of County Commissioners and is implemented through the North Carolina Associa- ership and mentoring of health department staff tion of Local Health Directors, an affiliate of the and his commitment to involving the community NCACC and is given to an individual for outstand- in collaboration on all decision making. Writing ing leadership in both public health in North Caro- in support of Dobbins nomination, Steve Eaton of lina and for leadership and involvement in local Gaston County wrote of Dobbins, “His compassion for his staff and community is inspiring. His community and civic activities. Dobbins was chosen as 2017 Health Director extensive service on state and local boards reflects of the Year for his leadership and commitment his commitment to being part of the solution. His to the health and wellbeing of the residents of vision for growth through collective community Gaston County. Dobbins lead the consolidation effort is evidenced in the many collaborative iniof the Gaston County Health Department and the tiatives he has either developed or restructured in a Department of Social Services in 2013 with the way that allows and encourages progress.” “I am incredibly honored and humbled to have goal of improved access to services for clients received this award and so grateful to the Assowho utilize the services of both departments. This ciation and my colleagues across the state for this combined department has received state accreditarecognition. It is absolutely a reflection of the tion and reaccreditation three times under Dobbins hard work of our dedicated staff, the support of leadership. Recognized also for his positive impact on the our county leadership and elected officials, and community, Dobbins has helped lead the Gaston the amazing community of Gaston County where Community Healthcare Commission’s efforts to we have been able to make great strides in public reduce opioid abuse; the County’s teen pregnancy health,” said Chris Dobbins on his award. Dobbins was nominated for the Health Diprevention work and the restructuring of the local rector of the Year Award by staff at the Gaston Community Child Protection and Child Fatality County Department of Health and Human SerPrevention Teams. Dobbins was also a key figure in providing community education during coals vices.
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Largest Home & Garden Show Pet of the Week in South will Kick-Off Spring Tri-County Animal Rescue
Tri-County Animal Rescue Pet of the Week is this 8 month old Pomeranian mix named CiCi. CiCi weighs 19 pounds and will not get any bigger. She is very playful and gets along with other dogs so she would be a great companion for another pet. She would be ok in an apartment or a house. Come meet CiCi and you will fall in love! Descended from large sled dog breeds, the small Pomeranian (Pom) has a long and interesting history. The foxy-faced dog, nicknamed “the little dog who thinks he can,” is compact, active, and capable of competing in agility and obedience or simply being a family friend. The coats looks as though it would be difficult to care for, but in reality, regular brushing is typically all it needs. Despite their small size, Pomeranians have a loud bark and make excellent watchdogs. Pomeranians make excellent pets for older people and those who are busy, because they aren't an overly dependent breed. They are also good for apartment dwellers or homes that don't have a backyard. Poms have a lot of energy and enjoy going for walks. They trot along, proudly holding their head up, meeting new people and exploring new sights and smells. More and more Poms are being trained in obedience, agility, tracking and flyball. Some also have been trained as hearing assistance dogs. They make excellent therapy dogs and bring delight and comfort to the sick and elderly in hospitals and nursing homes. If you'd like a small-size companion with personality plus, the Pomeranian may be the choice for you. CiCi is spayed, current on vaccines and micro-chipped. CiCi will be present at our adoption event this weekend. If you are looking for an addition to your family, please come and meet our pets. We have many available pets, including puppies and kittens, at the Gastonia PetSmart located at 3698 East Franklin Boulevard this Friday from 6-9 pm, Saturday noon to 6 pm and Sunday 2-4 pm. Tri-County Animal Rescue is a non-profit organization serving Lincoln, Gaston and other surrounding counties. We are committed to ending pet homelessness in this area and we need your continued support. If you cannot adopt a pet, then support Tri-County in other ways. We need volunteers and donations to continue our mission of finding homes for these unwanted animals. Please help Tri-County Animal Rescue continue to save pets by adopting your next pet this weekend? Our “needs” list includes: towels, Clorox, laundry detergent, paper towels, dry dog food and dry cat food. For more information, call 704.263.2444, send an email to TriCountyAnimalRescue@yahoo.com, visit us on the web at www.tcar.us or on FaceBook at Tri-County Animal Rescue. Donations can be sent to Tri-County Animal Rescue, PO Box 483, Alexis, NC 28006.
The Southern Spring Home & Garden Show will return to The Park Expo and Conference Center in Charlotte, N.C., for two consecutive weekends: Feb. 24-26 and March 3-5. With a strong focus on gardening, landscaping, building and home improvement, cooking, design, décor and remodeling, the show not only provides inspiration, ideas and advice from dozens of industry experts, but also a marketplace to shop for everything from décor to furniture to gourmet. Hundreds of vendors exhibit, with the large majority hailing from Charlotte and the surrounding areas. “This show is your favorite home and garden magazine brought to life – whether you’re a homeowner, lifestyle enthusiast or gardener, this six-day event is the perfect spot for you to shop, compare, find solutions and save money for your home and garden needs,” states Mardee Woodward, executive show manager. “Where else can you stroll through more than a dozen stunning gardens, meet celebrities, plan for a huge remodel or renovation, shop for that perfect home accessory, and learn from garden gurus, design experts and chefs on stage? Start your spring planning with us.” Several celebrities will make appearances at the show: Frank Fritz from the American Pickers television show will answer questions, showcase a few picked items and potentially select random audience members who bring their “picked” items (Feb. 24 at 4 p.m. and Feb. 25 at 11 a.m.); J. Schwanke, flower expert, will be demonstrating how to select, arrange & enjoy flowers (Feb. 24 at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. and Feb. 25 at 2 p.m. & 5 p.m.); Boyce Thompson, author of The New New Home, will present the Top 10 Most Innovative New Home Products for 2017, many of them easy for homeowners to install, at the Home & Garden Stage daily. An addition to the show this year is an interactive exhibit; it will showcase Boyce’s innovative items: from life-changing products, including robots that monitor indoor air pollution and sensors that help track sleep, to apps that look after the baby and countertops that recharge phones. Additionally, an “America the Beautiful” theme is brought to life via fifteen gorgeous gardens and six stylish designer rooms filled with the latest ideas, accessories, furnishings, flora, hardscapes and softscapes inspired by the beauty of America. Adult tickets range from $8.50 - $12. Children under 15 are free. The Southern Spring Home & Garden Show is Charlotte’s premier home improvement event that celebrates spring and gives welcome to the busy season of gardening and home improvements. This six-day event is packed with ideas and inspiration, new products, demonstrations, evaluating, planning and buying. The show is committed to bringing the region’s top industry professionals to
showcase their products and services. Hours: Friday, Feb. 24 and March 3: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 and March 4: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26 and March 5: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Preview Night Gala to Benefit Catawba Lands Conservancy: 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23. Tickets are $75 and include access to Freedom Hall, food, beverage and entertainment. To purchase: www.catawbalands.org/spring
NC Arts Council grant applications The 2017 grant application season has launched and guidelines and applications for the North Carolina Arts Council’s seven grant programs for organizations are now available. The deadline for receiving 2017-18 grant applications is Wednesday, March 1 and applications must be completed electronically through the North Carolina Arts Council’s online portal. Grants from the North Carolina Arts Council are one of the ways the state’s extensive infrastructure of arts organizations is sustained and advanced. Through previous grants from programs such as State Arts Resources, Grassroots Arts Program and Arts in Education
grants and others, the Arts Council has supported diverse programs such as the Grassroots Arts Program that provides per capita funding to all 100 N.C. counties, ensuring quality arts experiences for residents, and the Traditional Arts Program (TAPS), an after-school program in 18 counties, where students are taught by accomplished artists in traditional arts forms, such as music and pottery. Awards to non-profit arts and cultural organizations are based on criteria that help keep the arts industry’s standards of practice at the highest level. Grant awards are recommended by panels of civic leaders and arts experts who consider artistic merit, benefit of the project to the state’s citizens, and organi-
zational strength and capacity in making their decisions. To be eligible for Arts Council funding, an organization must: be nonprofit (or an organization that has applied for non-profit status using a fiscal agent); have been producing quality arts programs for at least two consecutive years; have prior-year organizational cash operating expenses of at least $20,000. Please read eligibility and program requirements carefully and contact the appropriate staff prior to submitting your application. For more information, visit http://www.ncarts.org/resources/grants/grants-organizations.
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Some exceptional middle school students at Mountain Island Charter School have started a dog toy business this year. They receive donations of gently-used t-shirts and cut them into strips. The group works together to braid the t-shirt strips into dog toys that can be enjoyed by dogs of all sizes and breeds. The students’ next venture is to open their online store so they can sell to the community. Their teacher, Kelly Zawistowski said, “I am exceptionally proud of my students for working outside of their comfort zone and not only creating, but selling their projects. Our endeavor with community-based learning alongside with the support of our Mountain Island/Gaston Community has made such a positive impact on the students’ ability to communicate, cooperate, and be proud of their accomplishments. These middle school students have shown that determination and hard-work are the tools needed for success.” Pictured (left to right): James Nichols (7th), Christian Reilly (8th), Kelly Zawistowski (teacher), Jake Snelson (6th), Kelsey Tallmadge (7th). MICS photo
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Christine Lutz, a kindergarten teacher at Sherwood Elementary was honored by Fox 46 Charlotte’s “Teachers Getting Results” program. Anchor/reporter Kayla Ayres (left) visited Ms. Lutz’s classroom to see how she like many other teachers in Gaston County Schools is getting results every day. Ms. Lutz was be featured on Fox 46’s 10:00 p.m. newscast on February 1 and appeared on the station’s morning show on February 2.
Gaston Schools hosts Mentor Lunch Hagler receives Excellence in Teaching Award
The State Board of Community Colleges has named Ashley Hagler as the winner of its 2017 Excellence in Teaching Award. Hagler is the SPARC3 Director, Director of Undergraduate Research, Biology Instructor and Biology Coordinator at Gaston College, and was the overall winner of the 2016 Faculty ExcelAshley Hagler lence Award at the College. As the winner of the local award, she was eligible for the Excellence in Teaching Award. The Excellence in Teaching Award, sponsored by R.J. Reynolds, provides statewide recognition of faculty members who exemplify the highest quality and standards of instruction throughout the N.C. Community College System. Award nominations addressed these criteria: Interactions with students that focus on their successful development as whole persons; Effective classroom environments that result in motivated students and successful learning; Innovations in teaching methods, including the effective use of technology; Professional development activities and experiences that enhance teaching effectiveness; Leadership roles beyond the classroom related to the practice and profession of teaching; Past recognition and awards received as a faculty member; Overall consistent and excellent job behaviors that exhibit unselfish devotion and significant contributions to student, college, and system success. After a screening and interview process, The State Board of Community Colleges Excellence in Teaching Committee chooses the five finalists and the award recipient. Hagler learned on January 23 that she had been named the winner of the award. The 2017 Excellence in Teaching Award will be presented to her at a ceremony at Gaston College on a date to be announced. Hagler began teaching Biology at Gaston College in 2007. Since then, she has been deeply involved in positive changes in the
Arts and Science division. “Ashley’s hard work and dedication to excellence in education here at Gaston College and across the nation, through partnerships with the Council for Undergraduate Research, the Community College Undergraduate Research Initiative, and the Partnership for Undergraduate Life Science Education, has been recognized yet again,” said Melissa Armstrong, Chair of the Gaston College Department of Science and Math. “As her supervisor and friend, I am so very proud of her. As she reaches for excellence, she inspires excellence in all she encounters. From a redesigned classroom, to undergraduate research, to field methods and workshops that had me wading in a creek, she has inspired me to be the very best instructor I can be.” Among Hagler’s activities at Gaston College are the coordination of the SPARC3 program, which gives students the opportunity for intensive hands-on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) instruction, and coordination of the SPARC3 Professional Development Conference for college and high school faculty; leading the Science Department through PULSE (Partnership for Undergraduate Life Science Education) certification of the Life Science curriculum; and being a key member of the team that won the prestigious Bellwether Award for outstanding and innovative programs in 2016. “It was a true honor to be Gaston College’s Instructor of the year in 2016, and to even be considered for the Excellence in Teaching Award at the state level,” said Hagler. “It was beyond my wildest hopes that I could win there, and it definitely floored me when I got the announcement. I know that I did not do this on my own—it has been a team effort. I am so proud to work at Gaston College, where the spirit of innovation is alive, there is a true culture of scholarship, and there is overwhelming support.” As the Excellence in Teaching Award recipient, Hagler will receive $8,000 and a plaque, and the Gaston College Foundation will receive $2,000 on behalf of R.J. Reynolds.
Gaston County Schools hosted a successful Mentor Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, January 20 at First A.R.P. Church in Gastonia. More than 100 mentors and school mentor coordinators were able to attend the luncheon, which is our way of saying “thank you” for taking time to mentor a child. The program featured remarks from Superintendent of Schools W. Jeffrey Booker. Five mentors - Matt Kuiken, Sereptha Cunningham, Gretchen Farrell, William Manning, and Walt Windley - also shared about their experience and why it is important to mentor a child. We have more than 260 adults who are actively involved in our mentoring program, and we are still recruiting mentors to provide support and encouragement for students. First A.R.P. Church, AIS Advanced Imaging Systems (Matt Solomon), and Furlong Financial (Bob Furlong) helped make the Mentor Appreciation Luncheon possible. It was a great program that shined the spotlight on the caring adults who make a difference in a child’s life through mentoring.
Keep Belmont Beautiful members Susan Wall (left) and Judy Closson took some time on a recent sunny day to weed flower beds in downtown Belmont. KBB volunteers are a great asset in making sure Belmont puts its best face forward. KBB photo
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Local students named to Coastal Carolina Dean’s and President’s lists
Stuart Cramer High and Forestview High girls met on the basketball court last week. Forestview prevalied 62-54 in the hard- Stuart Cramer player #11 Laura Trull goes up to block a Forfought contest. In this photo Cramer’s #10 Lexi Trull fights a estview shot. Photos by Lydia Julen Forestview player for a rebound.
Tyler Bates, a senior majoring in communication from Gastonia has made the President’s List at Coastal Carolina University for the Fall 2016 semester. To qualify for the President’s List for high academic achievement, students must earn a 4.0 grade point average and must be enrolled full time. Coastal Carolina University is a dynamic, public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, near the resort area of Myrtle Beach, S.C. The University offers baccalaureate degrees in 73 major fields of study. Among CCU’s 21 graduate-level programs are 18 master’s degrees, two educational specialist degrees, and the Ph.D. in marine science: coastal and marine systems science. Sabrina Lupton, a junior majoring in early childhood education, from Gastonia was among 2,253 students at Coastal Carolina University who made the Fall 2016 Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, freshmen must earn a 3.25 grade point average, and upperclassmen must earn a 3.5 grade point average. To qualify for the President’s List, students must earn a 4.0 grade point average. All students must be enrolled full time. Coastal Carolina University is a dynamic, public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, just minutes from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The University offers 70 areas of study toward the baccalaureate degree, and 17 master’s degree programs. CCU began offering its first doctoral program - the Ph.D. in Marine Science: Coastal and Marine Systems Science - in Fall 2014.
On Monday, January 23, seven students participated in Gaston Day School’s second annual Shakespeare competition. Freshman Baker Sanders won the upper school competition, and seventh grader Samantha Bolton won the middle school division. Both winners will represent Gaston Day at the regional competition on Thursday, February 16, at Wingate University. The upper school participants were Heena Saqib, Malek Abedrabouh, Sophie Hastings, Baker Sanders, and Vanessa Stafford; Samantha Bolton and Marley Prato competed for the middle school division. Each student presented a memorized monologue from one of William Shakespeare’s plays. Seventh grader Samantha Bolton (left) and freshman Baker Sanders won their respective divisions of Gaston Day’s anStuart Cramer and Forestview men also clashed on the basnual Shakespeare competition and will advance to the regional ketball court. Forestview won 65-50. In this shot Cramer’s #11 Stuart Cramer’s #33 Dylan Collins soars for a score against level. Isaiah Foust makes a spectacular score. Forestview. Gaston Day School photo
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Area high school teams got together January 25, 2017 for the Big South 2/3A swimming championships held at the Stowe Family YMCA. Lake Norman Charter won overall for the second year in a row.
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South Point High swimmer Brittany Franks is seen after a hard race. South Point girls came in second place overall. East Gaston swim team. Forestview swim team.
North Gaston Swim team. Coaches of the year were: East Gaston - Roger Hawkins; For- MVP swimmers at the meet were- Male - Chase Jones of East Gaston; Female - Myers Stewart of Forestview. estview - Amanda Rutherford.
Gaston College receives grant to help older adults Gaston College announced today that it was awarded a grant of $155,399 from Senior Service America, Inc. Almost 90 percent of this grantor– originally from the U.S. Department of Labor–will provide temporary employment to at least 48 low-income older adults living in Gaston and Lincoln Counties. These older adults will participate in the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) a major program of the Older Americans Act. SCSEP is the only federal government program mandated to assist unemployed older adults seeking to rejoin the workforce by working in their community. “This program delivers a triple win for older adults and the whole community,” said SCSEP Executive Director, Becky McLain. “First, SCSEP participants are helping local community, faith-based, and public agencies carry out their mission, including Salvation Army–Gastonia, Gaston College, Gaston Community Action, Gaston Family Promise, Gaston Skills, NC Works Career Center–Gaston, RIC Management,
Gaston Hope in Christ, Crisis Assistance Ministry, Goodwill Job Connection, Crisis Pregnancy Center, NC Works Career Center–Lincoln, Christian Ministry, and Goodwill Stores. Second, older workers are receiving on-the-job training to enhance their skills. And third, older workers are keeping healthy by remaining connected and not isolated in their community. “ Donna Satterthwaite, Senior Service America Director of Employment Services said “Many low-income older adults want and need paid work and by serving their community; older workers receive renewed skills as well as renewed hope, knowing that they are not forgotten. Older North Carolinians are fortunate to be given the opportunity through SCSEP and the dedicated staff of the Gaston College.” For more information on Gaston College’s partnership with Senior Service America, Inc., contact Leah Mackey SCSEP Project Director at 704-922-6318 or Mackey.Leah@ gaston.edu.
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Raptor Alandon Price goes for a rebound against Pine Lake Prep. Mt. Island Charter School played Pine Lake Prep last week. Mt. Island won 66-64. In this photo Jarrett Avinger #35 takes a shot.
Tyrique Joyner #32 fights for the ball in the 66-64 win over Pine Lake Prep.
Raptor player Eric Gallman #5 grabs a pass in the Pine Lake Mt. Island Charter School girls also played Pine Lake Prep but lost 73-57. Asia Washington #5 dribbles hard in the game. Prep game.
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Abbey men’s Abbey women top Lees-McRea basketball fall to King
Belmont Abbey men’s Track and Field results The Belmont Abbey men’s indoor track and field team competed tlast week at both the Mountaineer Indoor Track Meet from Boone, NC and the Wake Forest Invite from Winston-Salem, NC. The sprinters and most of the field event athletes competed in Winston-Salem, while the distance runners competed in Boone. In Boone, Belmont Abbey finished in tenth place overall and sixth among Division 2 teams. In Boone, sophomore Thomas Eichorn had his best performance of the season in the mile, which he ran in 4:51.30, a top-10 finish among non-Division 1 runners. Freshman Darvy Soignet (5:17.34) and senior Dominic Forget (5:38.44) also competed in the event. Freshman Julian Smallwood had a terrific performance in the shot put. His 14.67m throw set a new Belmont Abbey record. He now ranks third in Conference Carolinas in the shot put and 16th in the nation in Division II. In Winston-Salem, the Abbey had some strong sprinting results as well. Sophomore Matthew Difrancesco’s 23.47 time in the 200-meters placed first in his heat. In the 400-meters, junior Michael Koceja ran a solid 50.91-second race. This gave him a top-place finish in his heat and a 12th-place spot overall. He placed ahead of multiple Division-1 opponents. Head Coach Nick Radkewich offered the following comments: “It was challenging for the young team to split up, they are used the support from the whole team, but overall I felt the strategic selection of meets based on events produced some great results. Julian is continuing to improve with the completion of the throws training area on campus, it will be exciting to see where he finishes the season nationally overall and for freshman. Julia Otranto had the biggest breakthrough performance setting a new Abbey record in the 800m event. Her preparation began following her making the finals in last year’s Conference Carolinas Outdoor Championships in the 1500m event. The hard work is starting to pay dividends. Mike Koceja also made a big breakthrough setting a new Abbey record in the 400m which will set him up for a great Conference Championship and his best event the 400m Hurdles during Outdoor Track. I also thought that Thomas Eichorn ran a solid race in the Mile and the Men’s 4x400m relay ran outstanding.”
Photo courtesy Belmont Abbey night, with four players scoring between 12 and 21 points. Busch’s season-high 21, including 7-7 from the free throw line, led the team. There were also four Crusaders who registered three or more assists, with junior Briana Grier leading the way with six. The team as a whole scored a season-high ten three-pointers.
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Abbey Women’s Golf adds team members The Belmont Abbey Women’s Golf program added three players during the 2016-17 early signing period, head coach Jason Gault announced last week. All three golfers will join the Crusader program in August for the 2017-18 season. Jenna Nagy (Apex, N.C./Panther Creek HS) A four-year letterwinner of the Panther Creek High School girls golf team… was the team’s Most Valuable Player in 2015 & 2016... named to the SWAC All-Conference Academic Team all four years... a first-team all-conference pick in 2016 and second team selection in 2015... finished 16th at the 2016 NCHSAA 4A State Golf Championship in 2016, 39th in 2015… Won the 2016 TYGA State Junior Championship in Buies Creek on November 20, 2016… Also a three-year letterwinner on the Panther Creek Swim Team. CLUES ACROSS Erin Walsh (Zebulon, N.C./Franklin Academy) Baseball team Four-year member of the girls golf team at Franklin Acad- 1. 5. Hymns emy in Wake Forest… tied for eighth at the 2016 1A/2A East 11. Actor Jared regional Golf Tournament where she made her first-career 12. Fragrance hole-in-one… recorded a 23rd-place finish at the 2016 NCH- 16. __ Von Bismarck, Iron Chancellor SAA 1A/2A Women’s Golf State Tournament at Foxfire Golf 17. Nordic God 18. Weighed down and Country Club… her team was runner-up at both regional 19. Coppola’s mob epic and state tournaments… placed 41st at 2015 NCHSAA 1A/2A 24. Nanogram Women’s Golf State Tournament at Longleaf Golf and Coun- 25. Famed street artist 26. Identifier try Club. 23rd letter of the Greek alphabet Isabelle Robertson (Cleveland, Ohio/St. Joseph Academy) 27. 28. In addition Four-year member of the St. Joseph Academy Golf Team… 29. Micturated Earned Most Valuable Players honors in 2016… Placed 26th at 30. Shock the Sectional Tournament… Had numerous tournament expe- 31. Accept 33. Allotment rience on the North Coast Junior and Hurricane Golf Tours. 34. Eras
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Deion Lane tallied a team-season-best 28 points and grabbed seven rebounds, but a second-half surge propelled King to an 88-81 men’s basketball victory over Belmont Abbey Saturday afternoon at the Wheeler Center. Lane connected on 13 of his 21 attempts from the field, including two of four from three-point range. Three other Crusaders reached double figures led by 13 by Jaocob Wilson, who also added six rebounds. Ben Ferguson chipped in 12, while Troy Henderson posted 11 and six rebounds. Drexler Clark dished out a game-high nine assists. Belmont Abbey (9-11, 5-7) opened the game on a 9-2 run, but King (11-10, 8-5) scored nine in a row to start a 23-7 run that made the score 25-16 at the 9:42 mark. The difference was still eight, 40-32, when the Crusaders answered with an 8-0 run to tie the game at 42. Each team hit a pair of free throws after that for a 44-44 tie at intermission. The Tornado opened the second half with back-to-back three-pointers and never relinquised the lead. The margin reached as many as 13, the last at 80-67 with 4:04 left, but the Crusaders never quit. An 8-0 run expanded to 11-2, trimming the gap to four, 82-78, with 52 seconds remaining. But King, which hit all 16 free throw attempts in the game, made six in the final 21 ticks to preserve the victory.
The Belmont Abbey women’s basketball team won a 10368 contest over Lees-McRae College in the Wheeler Center on Friday night. The win puts the Crusaders at 9-9 this season and 7-6 in Conference Carolinas play. The Bobcats are now 1-18 on the year and 1-12 against conference opponents. The game marks the first time this season the Abbey passed the 100-point mark in a single contest. The first quarter was all Abbey, as the quarter ended with a 22-6 score. Guard Larisa Bishop led the way in the early going with three three-point shots in the opening period. At the 7:06 mark in the second, the Abbey margin eclipsed the 20-point mark as center Taylor Gittings hit a jumper. Belmont Abbey continued to shoot the ball well, and by halftime owned a 51-24 lead. The Crusaders scored nine points in the last two minutes of the period. In the third, Belmont Abbey also showed strength in its free throw shooting, scoring each of its first five points in the quarter from the stripe. After that, freshman Chrystal Ezechukwu scored five points in a span of one minute. It didn’t take long for junior Alex Busch to follow up, scoring six points in a minute and a half. She also hit the shot that ended the period to give the Abbey a 77-47 advantage. In the fourth, Belmont Abbey kept rolling. Busch scored nine points in the period, and the Abbey took the 103-68 victory. The Abbey had a very balanced offense throughout the
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Belmont Abbey women’s Track and Field results The Belmont Abbey women’s indoor track and field team competed last week at both the Mountaineer Indoor Track Meet from Boone, NC and the Wake Forest Invite from Winston-Salem, NC. The sprinters and field event athletes competed in Winston-Salem, while the distance runners competed in Boone. In Boone, Belmont Abbey finished in ninth place overall and fourth among Division 2 teams. In Boone, freshman Hannah Zenker came in first place out of seven non-Division 1 runners in the Mile, with a strong 5:50.30 run. The Winston-Salem, NC native is currently ranked first in Conference Carolinas in the event. Freshman Brette Linkenhoker was also impressive, as she came in third place among Division 2 runners in the 800 Meter Run (2:49.29) and second among Division 2 competitors in the 400 Meter Dash, which she ran in 1:10.10. In Winston-Salem, the Crusaders had some strong performances in the sprint events. In the 200-meter run, freshman Maya McQune came in second place in her heat, with a 27.12-second run. She placed ahead of a Division-1 opponent. Also in the 200 meters, freshman Abigail Dixon’s 30.68-second race earned her a third-place finish in her heat, and first among Division 2 runners. Also, sophomore Julia Otranto set a personal best and Belmont Abbey record in the 800-meter run, clocking a 2:28.66 race. This earned her a 16th-place finish overall in the event and second in her heat. It also puts her in third place in the Conference Carolinas Performance List. In the Triple Jump, junior Natalie Nelson came in third place in her heat with a 10.45m jump, a new personal best. She was good enough for second place among Division 2 competition in her heat. Head Coach Nick Radkewich offered the following comments: “It was challenging for the young team to split up, they are used the support from the whole team, but overall I felt the strategic selection of meets based on events produced some great results. Julian is continuing to improve with the completion of the throws training area on campus, it will be exciting to see where he finishes the season nationally overall and for freshman. Julia Otranto had the biggest breakthrough performance setting a new Abbey record in the 800m event. Her preparation began following her making the finals in last year’s Conference Carolinas Outdoor Championships in the 1500m event. The hard work is starting to pay dividends.”
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OFF MSRP MSRP $61,632
NEW
51,562
*
INCLUDES: RUNNING BOARDS, BEDLINER AND TOW PACKAGE!
2016 RAM 1500 LARAMIE
W!
Stk#R1355
$25,335 MSRP - $5,500 DISCOUNTS
SALE PRICE
$
19,835!
NEW
Crew Cab 4x4 Stk#R1340
8 TO CHOOSE FROM!
YOU SAVE
UP TO
$
2016 RAM 1500 REBEL
Stk#J2023
WO
Crew Cab, 4x4
10,000
On Qualifying Rebates & Discounts
$
SALE PRICE
INCLUDES: RUNNING BOARDS, BEDLINER AND TOW PACKAGE!
NEW
SAVE UP TO
Stk#R1341
*
With Qualifying Rebates & Discounts
YOU SAVE $
MSRP $58,315
UP TO
**
5,500
SALE PRICE
MSRP $ 52,619
OFF
$
46,895
*
2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO Only 10K Miles!
24,900
2016 CHRYSLER 300 LIMITED RWD
5 To Choose From! Stk#P5348
$
21,995
$
$
21,888
Stk#P5370
21,600
2015 CHRYSLER 200S
2016 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT Only 30K Miles!
$
$ Stk#D3022A
FREE! 15
17,588
$
15,988
Stk#R1377A
Stk#P5341
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE SERVICE COUPONS!
%
WITH ANY SERVICE
• 27 Point Inspection by Factory Trained Techs. • Safety Check • Vehicle Appraisal
OFF
ANY 1 VEHICLE REPAIR Marburger SHELBY, NC
36,599
Stk#P5359
Only 12K Miles!
$ Stk#P5339
ONLY 1 AT THIS PRICE!
2015 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN AMERICAN VALUE PACKAGE
LOADED!
2016 DODGE DURANGO AWD R/T
LOADED!
LOADED!
$ Stk#J2529A
2016 CHRYSLER 300 LIMITED RWD
2016 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING
Expires 2-28-17
REGULAR OIL CHANGE Diesels and Synthetics Excluded
$
Marburger SHELBY, NC
19
95 Expires 2-28-17
4 OIL CHANGE 4 WHEEL FULL AUTO PACKAGE ALIGNMENT DETAIL Diesels and Synthetics Excluded
$
70
Marburger SHELBY, NC
00 $ Expires 2-28-17
(Only 1 Vehicle Service Special can be Used at a Time)
00 $
129
69
Marburger SHELBY, NC
Expires 2-28-17
Marburger SHELBY, NC
*All prices financed through Chrysler on Approved Credit. Plus $699.50 DOC fee, tax, tag & title. **Must qualify for all rebates and discounts on 2016 Renegades.
704-484-0049
1310 E. Dixon Blvd. • Shelby, NC marburgerchryslerjeepdodgeram.com
Expires 2-28-17
18,995
SALES HOURS Mon.-Fri. 9:00 am - 7:00 pm Sat. 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Sun. Closed
SERVICE HOURS Mon.-Fri. 7:30 am - 7:00 pm Sat. 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun. Closed
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