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Wiener Works in Kings Mountain has been hotdogging it for over 50 years By Alan Hodge If you took the hotdogs that Wiener Works in Kings Mountain sells in just one year and laid them end to end, they would stretch from its location at 1009 Shelby Rd. to the city of Shelby. Now, multiply that times the 52 years Wiener Works been in business and the trail would reach to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure. Any way you measure it, that’s a lot of hot dogs and the reason for such stupendous sales is simple - good food, good service, good prices, and a hometown spirit to boot. According to Wiener Works manager and owner Jason Jarvis, the business goes back to the mid-1970s when his father Bill and mother Debbie opened a Wiener King franchise in Kings Mountain. “He was a district manager for McDonalds and
Another satisfied Kings Mountain Wiener Works customer. Eight-year-old Kyra Wilson is seen with owner Jason Jarvis just before she dug into her piping hot fries. Kings Mountain Wiener Works is located at 1009 Shelby Rd. (Photos by Alan Hodge) wanted his own business,” Jason says. “But Wiener King went bankrupt and the place became Wiener Works in 1974. We are still a Wiener Works franchise but an independent one.”
Debbie passed away in 2020, but Bill worked until he retired just three years ago at age 76. “He worked 13-hours days,” said Jason. Joining Jason, who
started working at the restaurant at age 13, in keeping the place running these days are his brother Greg and sister Jackie. “I’ve been here 30 years,” he says. “It’s chal-
lenging but I’ve been blessed.” Wiener Works has an eclectic and plentiful customer base. A recent morning saw the place open at its usual 10am start time, and by 11am a steady stream of folks was coming through the doors.
“In addition to our Kings Mountain customers we have people come from as far away as Charlotte and South Carolina,” Jarvis says. “Some of them order a bunch of footlongs and take them out.” See 50 YEARS, Page 7A
Moore retires from KMPD
Silver Express convenience store, located at 506 E King St., Kings Mountain.
Kings Mountain Police Department investigating shooting incident At approximately 4:48 p.m. on April 3, 2026, officers with the Kings Mountain Police Department responded to reports of shots fired at the Silver Express convenience store located at 506 E King Street in Kings Mountain. Upon arrival, officers determined that the suspect had fled the scene prior to law enforcement arrival. Detectives with the Kings Mountain Police Department responded and initiated an investigation. Preliminary findings indicate that the incident began as a verbal altercation between Ahmad Leggett and the victim near Little Caesars. During the altercation, Leggett displayed a black handgun. Bystanders intervened, preventing further escalation at that time. Leggett subsequently left the area, traveling
AHMAD RASHAD LEGGETT JR. (DOB 09/05/2007) B/M, 5 FT. 8 in. tall through an alleyway toward the Silver Express gas station. Upon reaching the parking lot, Leggett again produced the firearm and discharged multiple rounds in the direction of the victim. At the time of the incident, the parking lot was heavily crowded and populated with numerous individuals, creating a significant risk of serious bodily injury to those pres-
ent but no injuries were reported. After making a positive identification, the following charges were secured on Ahmad Rashad Leggett Jr: Attempted 1st Degree Murder, Discharge Firearm into Occupied Property, Going Armed to the Terror of the Public, Discharging Firearm in the City Limits, and Damage to Property. KMPD is actively searching for Leggett currently and is requesting that anyone with information on him or additional information about the incident contact the Kings Mountain Police Department at 704-734-0444 or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers via the tip line at 704481-8477, or by scanning the QR code.
(KMPD/FB) After 30 years of dedicated service to the Kings Mountain community, School Resource Officer Angie Moore officially retired from the Kings Mountain Police Department on April 1, 2026. SRO Moore began her career with KMPD in October 1996 as a dispatcher within the Communications Unit. In 1999, she made the decision to attend Basic Law Enforcement Training and become a sworn police officer while continuing her career with the Kings Mountain Police Department. Throughout her career, in addition to being a dispatcher, Officer Moore served in Patrol, Records,
ANGIE MOORE and most notably as a School Resource Officer. She spent much of her career building lasting relationships with students, parents, faculty, and staff at Kings Mountain Middle School and, most re-
cently, at West Elementary and Bethware Elementary School. For many students, SRO Moore was more than just a police officer she was a mentor, protector, role model, and friend. Her impact on the lives of countless children and families throughout our community will be felt for years to come. KMPD stated, “We thank Angie for her many years of faithful service, dedication, and commitment to the Kings Mountain community. We wish her and her family nothing but the very best in this well-deserved retirement.” “Congratulations, Angie, and thank you for your service!”
Second Saturday Movies at the Joy Theatre April 11 Kings Mountain Forward, with Kings Mountain Little Theater, is pleased to announce this month’s Second Saturday Movie, Despicable Me 4, sponsored by Farm Bureau – Heather Siak, on April 11 at 10:30 a.m. Families are invited to gather at the historic Joy Theatre, 202 S. Railroad Avenue in downtown Kings Mountain, for a fun, welcoming experience to see movies on the big screen. This family-focused initiative runs on the second Saturday of each month through June. Each month, a beloved family-friendly movie will be available to everyone for free. To make the experience even sweeter, each attendee 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! Presenting sponsors for the series include 133 See MOVIE, Page 5A
Despicable Me 4 will be shown at the Joy Theatre on Saturday, April 11 at 10:30.
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