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McHenry co-sponsors New paint, roof; inside “reno” legislation supporting work make Cherryville PD HQ shine First Responders WASHINGTON – Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement last week after the introduction of legislation to allow full-time volunteer firefighters and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel at nonprofit departments eligibility in their state retirement program. Congressman McHenry joins his fellow North Carolina Republican colleagues as original cosponsors. Congressman McHenry previously introduced this legislation in the 117th Congress. “I am proud to continue my support for this legislation that provides fire and EMS personnel serving at non-profit departments the same benefits as their state-employed counterparts,” said Congressman McHenry. “These brave men and women work tirelessly to keep our communities
$118,000-plus grant make dream a reality for new chief, his officers, and staff by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info
CONGRESSMAN PATRICK MCHENRY R-NC-10th District safe and they deserve our support.” Bill sponsor, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D (NC-03), released the following statement: “North Carolinians depend on the selfless service of first responders every single day,” said Congressman Murphy, M.D. “It is only fitting that these dedicated See McHENRY, Page 4
The iconic police cruiser seen in many of the “Andy Griffith” television shows calls Mount Airy home, and can be seen on Main Street. (photo image from MountAiry.org)
Some of the ‘best’ TV shows are set in North Carolina Numerous shows featuring N.C. settings, became integral parts of American culture by GRANT LEFELAR Carolina Journal
As North Carolina is America’s ninth most populous state, film and television producers are working with the Tarheel State in mind. For television, numerous shows have been made featuring N.C. settings, many becoming integral parts of American culture. Have you ever wondered which one of these shows is
the “best?” One N.C. website believes they have the answer. BetCarolina.com, a website dedicated to following sports betting and pop culture in N.C., has ranked the top 10 shows set in the state. The website used a scoring system of IMDb ratings, Rotten Tomatoes audience and critics’ scores, and awards to rank N.C.-located shows. “The Andy Griffith Show” unsurprisingly takes the No. 1 spot on the list. Starring Mount Airy native Andy Griffith, the show follows the humorous adventures of Mayberry sheriff Andy Taylor, his bumbling deputy Barney Fife (Don Knotts), his family, and other eccentric small-town characters. Airing for eight seasons on CBS from 1960 to 1968, the show was immensely popular among audiences See TV SHOWS, Page 4
New Cherryville Police Chief Brandon Hunsucker stood outside the police station house and admired the work being done to the building. He knew that when the painting and other work was all done he and his officers and staff would walk into a newly “spruced up” work place every morning; every shift; and one that any law enforcement officer will be proud to call their work home. Chief Hunsucker said last week in an interview in his office the work by Callaway Industrial of Mooresville would be done by Saturday last. He was right; it was, so far as the outside painting is concerned. The company also did quite a bit of work as well on the department’s roof, the operations/call center, and other interior work. There is still some work to be done on a few other areas, he noted.
Workers from Callaway Industrial work on the primer coating of the outside of the Cherryville Police Department prior to the final coat of Iron Ore Grey. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media) The Callaway work crew was finishing with the light grey primer coat last week in preparation for the final Iron Ore Grey paint color that will hallmark the finished project. Callaway’s VP of Sales, Mike McSwain and their Senior Project Manager and General Contractor, Alfonso Luna Cruz, were on hand to oversee the finishing painting touches by crewmembers Juan Rivera and Victor Soto. The men had also be
on-site earlier in the week to pressure wash the red brick exterior to “prep” it for the paint, noted McSwain. McSwain said Callaway has been in business since 1975. He turned the conversation over to Chief Hunsucker who said, “I’m big on professionalism. Appearance is huge to me. I want our guys to have a nice place and one they can take pride in, and come to work in.” He continued, “There
were some issues with the building that needed to be addressed and dealt with, so we did. I want my officers to be proud of their place of employment when they have other officers come in. We look at this work as a new start for all our guys here at the department; to show that professionalism; their professionalism.” Chief Hunsucker noted that before he came to the See CHERRYVILLE PD, Page 2
The Wild Cholla cuts ribbon; they are open for business New stores adding to the charm; draw of the Mountain Street area in a big way by MICHAEL E. POWELL Editor michael@cfmedia.info
Owner and operator Randi Hicks, of The Wild Cholla, in Cherryville, gathered with her family, friends, and a host of Cherryville city staff, Chamber, Council, and Cherryville Main Street members to officially host a ribbon cutting signifying the new store is open for business. Hicks said in an earlier Eagle article the shop is “a boutique with a beer and wine bar”, all in one place, or one shop. The buildings are located at 205 and 207 N. Mountain Street, and are unique in their own right, with all sorts of eclectic charm and just the right amount of space the two were needing. Hicks and fiance’, Gary Nadal, are Lawndale residents, said they chose Cherryville as the location for her new shop, and eventually for his antiques store, which he is currently working to
The Wild Cholla owner and operator, Randi Hicks (center left, front row, folding the big scissors), with her family and a host of Cherryville City staff and Chamber of Commerce, Cherryville Main Street and Council members prepare to cut the ribbon signifying they are officially open for business at the location on Mountain Street. (photo by MEP/The Eagle/CF Media) get opened up after Randi’s store gets really going. After the ribbon cutting, Cherryville Mayor H.L. Beam, III said, “On behalf
of all the city employees and the city council, we want to say welcome to the City of Cherryville. We all want you all to be successful.”
On a personal note, Mayor Beam thanked Ms. Hicks for helping his granddaughter pick out clothes See WILD CHOLLA, Page 4
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