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Simply Grace moves to downtown By Loretta Cozart On Saturday, February 7, Simply Grace moved from its prior location on Shelby Road to 209 S. Battleground Avenue, Suite A. When the doors opened at 10 a.m., a huge crowd had gathered. Customers moved through the store, weaving in and out among other shoppers and perusing the merchandise. The grand opening featured local vendors who
supported the event, including Christy Conner of Little Annie’s Waffles, Pleasant City Pastries, a book-signing meet-and-greet by TikTok creator, author, and southern storyteller, Glamaw, and Cindy Wood signing her Frazzled Female book. It was a festive event on Battleground Avenue. Kings Mountain Forward board members, along with Tonya’s family, joined in a ribbon-cutting commemorating the event.
The crowd gathered to shop at Simply Grace’s new location downtown last Saturday. Photos by Loretta Cozart
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Murder on the Orient Express Mystery, intrigue, and suspense take center stage as the Kings Mountain Little Theatre presents Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig. This is a perfect way to kick off the new year at the Kings Mountain Little Theatre! The play is directed by Wendy Walega Performance dates are February 20-21 and 27-28 at 7:30 PM, February 2122, 28 and March 1 at 3 PM at the Joy Theatre, 202 South Railroad Ave., Kings Mountain, NC. Box Office opens January 15 at www.kmlt. org. Tickets: $20 general admission, $10 seniors and students. Advanced reserved seats may be purchased on-line until 1 hour before the performance. Group rates and season member reservations can be made at 704730-9408 or tickets@ kmlt.org. It is the winter of 1934, and an avalanche stops the famed Orient Express dead in its tracks. A shocking locked room murder. A train full of suspects. An impossible case. Trapped in the snow with a killer still on board, can the world’s most famous detective, Hercule Poirot, uncover the truth before the killer strikes
Tonya Crawford cuts the ribbon as Kings Mountain Forward Board Members and her family celebrate their new location downtown.
again? Featuring a cast of unforgettable, fan favorite characters, razor-sharp dialogue, and Christie’s signature twists, this iconic mystery will keep audiences in suspense trying to crack the case until the final reveal. This production includes mild language and violence. Total running time is two hours and 15 minutes (two acts with one intermission). Agatha Christie's “Murder on the Orient Express” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com Kings Mountain Little Theatre, Inc. is a volunteer based, 501c3 tax-exempt community theater. It owns and operates the Joy Theatre and the Liberty Mountain Garden. It is a funded affiliate of the Cleveland County Arts Council and is supported in part by a Grassroots Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency.
Second Saturday Movies at the Joy Theatre February 14 Kings Mountain Forward, with Kings Mountain Little Theater, is pleased to announce that Superman 2025, sponsored by Coldwell Banker Mountain View Real Estate will be shown on February 14 at 10 a.m. This family-focused initiative runs on the second Saturday of each month through June. Families are invited to gather at the historic Joy Theatre, 202 S. Railroad Avenue in downtown Kings Moun-
Presenting sponsors for the series include 133 West, Coldwell Banker Mountain View Real Estate, Align Chiropractic, Gutter Guys, Inc., and Farm Bureau Insurance - Heather Siak. Supporting sponsorships include Social House by Royal T, Harris Funeral Home, Inc., Ronald’s Garage, Mountaineer Motors, Bridges Hardware, Cindy Souza Real Estate, Foothills Iron Works, See MOVIE, Page 3A
SNOW LOOKED GOOD ON KINGS MOUNTAIN – See more beautiful snow photos of downtown Kings Mountain by Kevin Clary on page 4A.
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tain, for a fun, welcoming experience to see movies on the big screen. Each month, a beloved family-friendly movie will be available free of charge to everyone. To make the experience even sweeter, adults attending with children will receive free admission, a small popcorn, and a drink. So, bring your family and friends out for a great time at the Joy Theatre in downtown Kings Mountain!
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