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KMLT to hold auditions for North Carolina budget "Mama's Crazy Christmas now signed into Law Bride Ride" on July 29-31 By Senator Ted Alexander
Kings Mountain Little Theatre (KMLT) is thrilled to announce the world premiere production of Mama's Crazy Christmas Bride Ride, a brand-new comedy by acclaimed playwrights Jones Hope Wooten, coming to the KMLT stage this November. The production is sponsored by Shonni Dixon in memory of Dan Dixon, a KMLT stalwart and former President. Auditions for the production will be held July 29, 30 and 31 at 6:00 p.m. at Kings Mountain Little Theatre’s Joy Theatre. Community members interested in being part of this exciting premiere production are encouraged to attend. The production will run November 6-8 and November 13-15, 2026, with a special Opening Night Gala Celebration on Thursday, November 5. Adding to the excitement, playwright Jamie Wooten will be in attendance for the gala event, giving audiences a unique opportunity to celebrate alongside one of the creators of this hilarious new Southern comedy. Other event details, ticket pricing, and ticket availability will be announced. KMLT 2026-27 Season members and sponsors will have access to November 5th tickets before the general public sales begin. In Mama's Crazy Christmas Bride Ride, it's Christmas and Mama's getting married! But only if she and her family can get from California to Alabama in time for Mama to make it down the aisle. So, the race across the country is on - and everything that can go wrong does. Can Mama get past Fruitcake Festivals, cranky elves, squabbling offspring and questionable Elvis impersonators in time to say, 'I do'? Described as a "shamelessly hilarious Southern-fried yuletide joyride," the play delivers the heart, humor, and holiday spirit audiences have come to love from the celebrated
Jones Hope Wooten productions. "We are honored to bring the world premiere of this delightful comedy to Kings Mountain," said Director Nikki Wood. "Having Jamie Wooten join us for the Opening Night Gala Celebration makes this event even more special for our community and theatre patrons." For audition information, tickets, and updates, follow Kings Mountain Little Theatre on social media or visit the theatre's website. 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. It is supported in part by a Grassroots Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency.
On July 7, both chambers of the General Assembly came together to give final passage to a new state budget, one that includes real pay raises, meaningful tax relief for North Carolina families, and increased investment in our schools, public safety, affordable housing, and rural areas. The vote reflected strong bipartisan support, with better than three votes in favor for every one against, and Governor Stein signed it into law just five days later. Senator Alexander said, “I won’t pretend this budget is perfect, and I won’t pretend it came together as quickly as it should have. But it puts North Carolina on the right track, and I’m proud of the work the Senate put in to make it stronger for the students, families, and communities we serve.” Key Highlights: • $19 billion investment in education. Education makes up 57% of the entire budget. • $30 million additional for advanced teaching roles, providing $10,000 salary increases for participants. • $30 million additional for community colleges to implement PROPEL NC. • Funding to build foundational math skills for students, including $6 million for a universal screener in
low-performing schools, $5 million to pilot and study math tools, $4 million for middle school math teacher training, and $10 million to develop a standard K-8 math curriculum. • Further reduces the personal income tax rate. • An average 8% teacher pay raise, the largest average increase since 2006, plus $1,000 to $1,750 bonuses for each teacher, plus state-funded supplements for every teacher in my district. These supplements are not part of base salary; they’re paid as a lump sum or at the discretion of each county school system. • Raises starting teacher pay to $53,838, the highest in the South, including the bonuses and supplements above. Base salary alone rises this year from $41,000 to $48,000 annually. • A 3% raise for state employees, plus bonuses of at least $1,000 to $1,700 for each. • A 2.5% bonus for state retirees. • A minimum 13% raise for state law enforcement and correctional officers, with larger increases for the SBI and State Highway Patrol. The budget also appropriates funds to the NC Human Trafficking Commission to continue our fight against sex trafficking, and increases revenue
streams dedicated to combatting domestic violence and abuse. • A $1,750 bonus for all local law enforcement officers. • Adds more than $450 million to the Rainy Day Fund, bringing the total to more than $4.2 billion. • Invests more than $700 million in Hurricane Helene recovery for Western North Carolina. • Provides $54 million for Farmland Preservation to protect rural working lands from development pressure, and protects Pyle’s Defeat, an historic battlefield recognized as the most endangered in North Carolina. • Funds additional DMV positions to reduce wait times and expand service hours. Keep an eye out for our new license plate celebrating the nation’s 250th Semiquincentennial! • Invests in literacy, math, school safety, and childcare. • Strengthens Medicaid oversight and fraud prevention. The full state budget and accompanying “money report” are available on the NC General Assembly’s website.
CCC receives $1.7 million to expand Congratulations to Teresa Wingo Healthcare Workforce training Cleveland Community College is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $1.7 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) to support the expansion and renovation of the Bailey Allied Health and Science Center, increasing the college’s capacity to train the next generation of healthcare professionals. “This grant is an investment in the students, healthcare providers, and communities we serve,” said Dr. Jason Hurst, President of Cleveland Community College. “Our health sciences
CCC students work in the simulation lab. (Photo provided) programs have experienced strong enrollment growth as demand for healthcare professionals continues to rise. This expansion will allow us to educate and train more
Real to Reel kicks off Friday The Real to Reel International Film Festival! kicks off this week, July 24-25 at the Joy Performance Center in Kings Mountain. Check out the list of films and programming and buy tickets online at: https://ccartscouncil.org/products/realto-reel-tickets
students in our existing programs while maintaining the high-quality, hands-on learning experiences that prepare graduates to enter the workforce and make an immediate impact in healthcare settings throughout our region.” The grant will fund the renovation of approximately 10,000 square feet within the Bailey Center, a three-story facility built in 2009 that serves as the home of the college’s health sciences programs including Nursing, Medical Assisting, Radiography, Surgical Technology, Medical Sonography, and Medical Laboratory Technology. See CCC, Page 4A
KMPD/FB The Kings Mountain Police Department proudly congratulates Teresa Wingo on successfully completing the next phase of her training with the North Carolina Emergency Chaplains Association. KMPD stated, “Teresa's unwavering dedication to this department, our staff, and the citizens we serve is evident in every interaction, regardless of the day or time. Her compassionate heart, servant leadership, and commitment to supporting others during both everyday moments and times of crisis make a lasting impact on our organization and community. “We are honored to have Teresa as an important member of our Chaplain Team and are grateful for her continued commitment to growing in this vital ministry of care and service. “Please join us in congratulating Teresa on this outstanding accomplishment and thanking her for the difference she makes every day. Congratulations, Teresa!”
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KMHS Orientations The first official day of school for Cleveland County Schools is August 12. Kings Mountain High School is offering orientations for 9th graders and 10th12th graders. 9th Grade Orientation - Two options include a morning (8:30-10:00) and an evening session (5:30-7:00). Students are strong encouraged to attend the morning
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Ashley Champion Jones KNOXVILLE, TN – Ashley Champion Jones, age 54, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, after a courageously fought battle with cancer. Ashley was born on March 24, 1972, in Shelby, NC, and grew up in the Oak Grove Community of Kings Mountain, NC. After graduating from Clemson University in 1994 with a degree in Accounting, Ashley completed her Masters in Taxation at the University of Texas at Arlington. She moved to Charlotte in 1996 and in 1998 met Van, the love of her life. Ashley and Van married in Gastonia, NC, on August 5, 2000, and started their family with four boys born in five years. Ashley devoted her life to her family and ministering to other women. Early in her marriage, Ashley decided to step back from her career and give all her time and energy to her five boys as a mom, wife, and homemaker. She found joy watching her sons play any
sport, but especially football. Ashley was always the boys’ biggest fan and most recently served as the Football Booster Club President for Knoxville Catholic High School for several years. Ashley first ministered to other women through the Crisis Pregnancy Center of Gaston County, through Downline Ministries and many personal friendships in Memphis, and through personal friendships and teammates’ moms in the 12 years in Knoxville. She loved the beach, any beach, and was always up for an impromptu or planned trip with friends or family. Most importantly, Ashley’s faith in the Lord was steadfast in the good times and even through her nine month battle with cancer. She loved the Lord with all her heart and wanted everyone to know it. Ashley was preceded in death by her mother, Patricia Sue Platt; her father, Carl Wendell Champion; and her stepmother, Patricia Ann Ledford. Ashley is survived by her husband, Evander Jones, Jr. (Van), and her four sons, Evander Stephens Jones, III (Evan), Elijah Carl Jones (Eli), Edwin Gray Jones, and Gavin Champion Jones. She is also survived by her brothers and their wives and her sister: Chris Champion (Suzanne), Kevin Champion (Kamie), Justin Champion (Julie), Kent Rice (Marissa), and Claudia Fiorenzato; her brother in law and his wife, Mac
Jones (Nikki); her mother in law, Carol Ann Phelps; her father in law and his wife, Evander Jones (Adrienne); and many nieces and nephews. The family received friends from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church. The funeral followed at 4 p.m. A reception was held with the family at Knoxville Catholic High School following the funeral. The family burial took place at the Jones - Nichols Family Cemetery in Nichols, SC, on Saturday, July 18, 2026. There was a Celebration of Life Service at 2 p.m., on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at First Associate Reform Presbyterian Church in Gastonia, NC. There was a receiving of friends and visitation with light refreshments in the church fellowship hall following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that charitable contributions be made to the Crisis Pregnancy Center of Gaston County (www.cpcgaston.com), Downline Ministries in Memphis (www.downlineministries.com/general-donation), or the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation (www.tnbcfoundation.org/support-us/ donate), in Ashley’s honor. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rosefuneraltn.com
Congressman Tim Moore announces more than $4.9 million in FEMA funding for Hurricane Helene Recovery Projects in NC-14 C o n g r e s s man Tim M o o r e (NC-14) has announced more than TIM MOORE $4.9 million in federal funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for Hurricane Helene recovery across North Carolina’s 14th District. Projects include critical infrastructure repairs, utility restoration, and debris removal. “This funding is an important step forward in the recovery from Hurricane Helene,” said Congressman Moore. “From debris removal in Burke County to utility repairs in Chimney Rock, this funding will help restore critical infra-
structure and support the work that remains ahead. I appreciate President Trump, Secretary Mullin, and the folks at FEMA for helping ensure Western North Carolina’s recovery keeps moving forward.” $2,566,448.10 will go to Chimney Rock Village for permanent water and sewer line repairs following severe damage from Hurricane Helene. These repairs include replacing damaged sewer and force mains, installing new manholes and lift stations, upsizing storm drainage, restoring pavement, and implementing erosion control measures. This funding is authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $1,537,543.93 will support debris removal operations throughout Burke County following Hurri-
cane Helene. The project will remove approximately 19,603 cubic yards of vegetative debris from private property sites across the county under the Private Property Debris Removal Program, helping reduce safety hazards and support ongoing recovery efforts. This funding is authorized under Section 407 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $605,074.86 will go to the City of Morganton to support pump station electrical repair or replacement due to severe damage caused by Hurricane Helene. This funding is authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $143,419.42 will go to the Town of Lake Lure to replace building contents, vehicles, and barges damaged by Hurricane Helene. This funding is authorized
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Human trafficking and child protection bill signed into Law (Provided by Senator Ted Alexander) On July 2, Governor Stein signed House Bill 83 into law. This bill strengthens penalties for those who disseminate obscene material to minors, making it a felony offense and allowing courts to require sex offender registration for these convictions when a judge finds the offender poses a danger to our communi-
ties. It also directs the NC Human Trafficking Commission to study our state’s needs and begin building a statewide system for reporting and responding to suspected human trafficking, including tools for law enforcement to act quickly on high-priority cases and secure, consent-based communication between investigators and survivors. Senator Alexander was proud to see the priorities of his own human traffick-
SESSION AT THE CAPITAL BUILDING (Senator Ted Alexander) – “It was an honor to take part in the N.C. Senate’s ceremonial session in the Old Capitol on June 30, marking 250 years since our nation’s founding. Standing in that historic chamber, surrounded by colleagues from both parties, I was struck by how much unites us when we pause to reflect on where we came from. Our founders risked everything, their fortunes, their freedom, their very lives, to build something the world had never seen: a nation governed not by kings, but by the consent of the people. That kind of courage doesn’t happen by accident. It came from faith, from conviction, and from a willingness to sacrifice for generations they’d never meet. Two hundred fifty years later, it’s up to us to carry that same spirit forward, for the sake of the generations who’ll follow us.” under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. $108,756.26 will go to Polk County to repair or replace roadways, embankments, and culverts as a result of Hurricane Helene. This funding is authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. Congressman Tim Moore represents the 14th Congressional District of North Carolina, including Cleveland, Gaston, Burke, and Rutherford Counties, as well as parts of Mecklenburg and Polk Counties. Visit timmoore.house. gov for more.
ing legislation, SB 1007, reflected in this final bill. Combatting trafficking and protecting our children isn’t something we accomplish with one piece of legislation. It takes deliberate, sustained work year after year. This law is another step forward in that fight, and I’m grateful to my colleagues in the House and Senate for their partnership in getting it across the finish line.
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Endangered bats caught in NC for first time in 10+ Years It
was an unexpected find for biologists with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC), U.S. Forest Service and Brown Environmental 13. Earlier this year, while searching
the Nantahala National Forest in Graham County for “survivor bat colonies” of a deadly disease called White-Nose Syndrome (WNS), they discovered a federally endangered bat species that had not been captured during mist netting surveys in N.C. since 2015. “We had recently cap-
tured little brown bats, another WNS-susceptible species, in the area and expanded our survey effort in the hopes of catching more little brown bats and possibly other WNS-survivor species,” said NCWRC Bat Biologist Katherine Etchison. What the researchers didn’t expect to encoun-
Gaston Co. Board of Education meeting With the start of school in one month, Gaston County Schools is preparing to operate W. Blaine Beam Intermediate School in Cherryville for the 20262027 academic year. Carlene Falter, the current assistant principal at Costner Elementary School in Dallas, has been selected to serve as the principal at Beam Intermediate, replacing Lynn Whiteside who retired at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. School district leadership is working with Beam Intermediate’s new principal to ensure the school is ready when school begins on August 12. The Gaston County Board of Education considered three options related to the proposed consolidation of W. Blaine Beam Intermediate School (grades 4-5) with Cherryville Elementary School (grades K-3) and John Chavis Middle School (grades 6-8). Click here for background information about the consolidation-related measures.
On June 15 during the Board’s regular monthly meeting, the item related to school consolidation was removed from the agenda as school officials continue to work with county leadership on additional operational funds for Gaston County Schools. The Board believes the conversations with county leaders have been productive and appreciates the continued opportunity to work together on school funding. After deciding on June 15 to delay taking action on consolidation, the Board intends to review possible consolidation-related measures and cost-saving options countywide – this will include a review of facilities, capacity, and attendance zones for all schools in the Cherryville feeder area (Cherryville Elementary, Tryon Elementary, Beam Intermediate, John Chavis Middle, and Cherryville High) as well as other school feeder areas. The school district is moving forward with implementing consolida-
tion-related measures for 2026-2027 affecting 1) the Gaston Early College High School and Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences and 2) the Gaston Virtual Academy and McAdenville Elementary School and Stuart W. Cramer High School. By considering future consolidation-related measures, the Board seeks to be a good steward of taxpayer funds through the efficient use of school facilities. Saving money is a goal for the Board, and it can be accomplished by maximizing resources and programs, reducing duplicated personnel, and improving overall operations while maintaining a high-level commitment to academic achievement and school safety. The Board of Education regular meeting scheduled for July 20 has been canceled. The Board’s next regular meeting will be held on August 17 with committee meetings scheduled for August 3.
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grams continues to grow, additional instructional and laboratory space is needed to accommodate more students and expand hands-on training opportunities. The project received strong support from regional healthcare partners, including Atrium Health Cleveland and the Cleveland County Health Department, both of which provided letters of support as part of the grant application. In their letters, the organizations highlighted the need for additional healthcare professionals and the importance of expanding CCC’s capacity to prepare these skilled workers. “Partnerships with healthcare providers and public health agencies are critical to our success,”
Hurst said. “Their support underscores the important role Cleveland Community College plays in developing a skilled healthcare workforce and meeting the growing needs of employers across our region.” The project aligns with the EDA’s mission to support economic development through strategic investments that strengthen local economies and create pathways to high-demand careers. By expanding training capacity, the renovated facility will help ensure that healthcare employers throughout Cleveland County and surrounding communities have access to a steady pipeline of qualified professionals.
From Page 1A A key component of the project is the renovation of the two-story space that formerly housed CCC’s public access television channel, C19. The station’s relocation to the Jack Hunt Campus Center has made the space available for renovation and expansion, including the addition of a second floor, to provide muchneeded workforce training and instructional space. The Bailey Center currently serves students enrolled in some of the College’s most indemand healthcare programs. As enrollment in these pro-
ter were Indiana bats! Don’t let the name fool you. These bats are native to several eastern states. But a decline in numbers, mainly from WNS, had wildlife experts wondering if there were any remaining colonies in N.C., with only a single Indiana bat five years ago confirmed in Haywood County during a roost survey. (Roost surveys are used to identify critical habitats, while mist netting allows hands-on data collection.) “It was a surprise for sure and was so fulfilling after a spending a decade on surveys that didn’t result in Indiana bat captures. We always hope we’re going to catch this species, and we put in the work to catch them, but they’re just so rare nowadays” said Etchison. These recent Indiana bat captures are the result of many hours of intensive scouting and acoustic surveys as NCWRC searches for WNS survivor colonies. Biologists use the technique called mist netting to capture bats for data gathering and research. They were able to “net” five reproductive female Indiana bats. Two of the five reproductive female Indiana bats were radio-tagged and tracked to their roost in a dead Eastern hemlock tree in the Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness Area – a maternity site. Twenty-four bats were counted exiting the roost at sunset. Planning for future monitoring and efforts to learn more about this important bat colony are underway. “This was a big find for us,” said Etchison. “So, we’re thinking ahead to the steps we can take to learn more about this Indiana bat colony.”
Endangered bat. (Photo provided) It’s unknown how many bats are surviving WNS here in N.C. despite the efforts to find out. “Bat populations are so difficult to estimate that we don’t even try and instead focus on population trends,” said Etchison. “Indiana bats were very rare before WNS and then became so rare after WNS that we go for years without finding them despite attempts.” What We Know About Indiana Bats • Indiana bats are beneficial! Bats consume billions of insects every year and provide what’s called an ecosystem service to the agricultural industry. They are also great pollinators and spreaders of seeds. • Listed as federally endangered since 1967 • Length: 3 - 3.5 inches • Wingspan: 9.5 - 10.5 inches • Weight: 0.16 - 0.34 ounces • Characteristics: varies from dark to light brown, sometimes a dullish gray; distinguished by pink lips • Habitat: in winter— caves and mines; in warmer months—females and their young will roost under the bark of large trees; males
roost under tree bark or in bat houses • Range: the midwestern, southern and eastern parts of the United States; locations more limited in the winter than in the summer • Diet: small insects • Reproduction: breed once a year, in the fall; average of 1 pup a season; gestation lasts for 60 days • Lifespan: average of 14 years What We Know About WNS • An estimated 6.7 million bats have died since 2006 because of whitenose syndrome. • More than half of the bat species in the United States are in severe decline or listed as endangered. In addition to loss of habitat, one of the most-dire threats comes from whitenose syndrome, a disease that has decimated bats in the U.S. and Canada. • WNS was first found in N.C. in 2011 and affects 7 bat species • In N.C., WNS impacts have been severe in the mountains, whereas Piedmont bats have shown no population declines and the disease has not been found within the Coastal Plain.
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Jesus promised to guide us into all truth John 16:13–14 still know Jesus (NIV) “But when personally through he, the Spirit of the Holy Spirit. He truth, comes, he hasn’t left us alone will guide you but rather we live into all the truth... in Christ Jesus beHe will glorify cause the presence me because it of the Holy Spirit is from me that empowers every PASTOR he will receive believer. Today we RICHARD what he will can see that Jesus SMITH make known to made another promyou”. Last week ise regarding the I wrote to you about how Holy Spirit. He promised Jesus promised to send that the Holy Spirit that the Holy Spirit to us after He would send would the resurrection and how also guide His followers that was for our benefit. into all the truth. Notice We didn’t have the priv- Jesus didn’t say some ilege of walking and liv- truth or most truth. He ing in close proximity to said, “into all truth”. The Jesus. However, we can truth isn’t some rela-
tive abstract. There is no such thing as ‘My truth’ or ‘Your truth’. There is only one truth and that is the absolute truth. The truth is embodied in one man, the God/Man, Jesus Christ. Jesus proclaimed this in John 14:6-7, when He stated, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you really know me, you will know my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him”. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the truth. Jesus is the Son of God so He could claim if you have seen Him, you have
seen the Father, they are one. Just as God knows all things, Jesus can judge the intentions of the heart and is able to guide us into all the truth. Thankfully He didn’t leave us without the guidance of the Holy Spirit. When we pray, we can ask for the Holy Spirit to guide us into all the truth. Jesus taught His disciples to pray in this manner when He stated, “Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil’. We have the Holy Spirit to guide us so we can overcome every temptation and flee from evil. If you pray to God the Father or
cry out, ‘Lord Jesus come quickly’, the Holy Spirit will only testify to what the Father and Son are both in agreement. What a blessing that we can pray and ask for guidance and the Holy Spirit will make God’s will known to us. Jesus has promised this and we can glorify our savior when we follow His will for our life. It may be difficult at times, but it will always be for our best. We may not see the whole truth immediately, but we can rest assured that all the truth will be revealed in time. Our heavenly Father isn’t hiding anything from us, and
He always knows what is best. Let us resolve to respond to the guidance of the Holy Spirit immediately. This will conform us to likeness of Christ Jesus. Jesus told His disciples (John 8:31-32, 36) To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” “So, if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed”. This is a great promise and it is the truth! May the Lord watch over you, keep you near and always bless you.
Kings Mountain Area Church Directory Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 102 Canterbury Road 704-730-7855
Good Hope Presbyterian Church 105 N. Cansler Street 704-739-1062
Faith Ablaze Church 1128 S. York Road 704-739-8496
Grace Fellowship 144 West Mountain Street 704-481-8888
Faith Baptist Church 1009 Linwood Road Faith Holiness Church Hwy. 161/ Bessemer City Rd. 704-739-1997 Family Worship Center 1818 Shelby Road 704-739-7206 First Baptist Church 605 W. King Street 704-739-3651
Waco Baptist Church 262 N. Main • Waco, NC Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171 Anew Beginning Baptist Church 145 Battleground Dr. 704-473-1372
Christ The King Catholic Church 714 Stone Street 704-487-7697
Dixon Presbyterian Church 602 Dixon School Road dixonpresbyterian.com
Carson Memorial Baptist Church 262 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-2247
Concord United Methodist Church 2404 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Bessemer City, NC 704-629-3571
East Gold Street Wesleyan Church 701 E. Gold Street 704-739-3215
Central Methodist Church 113 S. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-2471
Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700
Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697
Arise Church 830 E. King St. Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487 Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917
Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Pastor Clifton Morgan
Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015 Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152
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East Kings Mountain Church of God Hwy 161, Bessemer City/ KM Hwy. 704-739-7367 Eastside Baptist Church 308 York Road 704-739-8055 Ebenezer Baptist Church 1621 County Line Road 704-739-8331 El Bethel United Methodist Church 122 El-bethel Road 704-739-9174
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America 250 Locomotive Celebration to bring together Specially painted locomotives at the NC Transportation Museum The North Carolina Transportation Museum, Trains Magazine, and White River Productions today announced the America 250 Locomotive Celebration, a landmark three-day event that will bring together commemorative locomotives from Class I, short line, and passenger railroads honoring the 250th anniversary of American independence. The gathering will offer rail enthusiasts and history lovers a rare opportunity to see these specially painted locomotives in one location while celebrating the nation’s rich railroad heritage and its journey to 250 years of freedom. The N.C. Transportation Museum is part of the Division of State Historic Sites within the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. The once-in-a-lifetime gathering will showcase the rail industry’s salute to the U.S. semiquincentennial The event will be held Aug. 28–30 at the museum’s campus in Spencer, N.C., home to the largest surviving roundhouse in North America. For the first and only time, the special America 250 locomotives, painted by railroads large and small to honor the nation’s semiquincentennial, will gather in a single location. Rail enthusiasts, families, and history lovers will have the opportunity to photograph each locomotive, watch them rotate on the museum’s signature Bob Julian Roundhouse turntable, and enjoy train rides around the campus pulled by one of the museum’s diesel locomotives. “The North Carolina Transportation Museum has been honored to host landmark events like the Norfolk Southern Heritage Locomotive Family Portrait in 2012 and Streamliners at Spencer in 2014,” said Museum Director Kelly Alexander. “The America 250 Locomotive Celebration continues that tradition and gives the American public a chance to witness a piece of living railroad history.” “We’re pleased to partner with the North Carolina Transportation Museum on this extraordinary event,” Trains Editor Bill Stephens said. “The America 250 Locomotive Celebration
will allow us to recreate the memorable 1975 Trains photo of Bicentennial locomotives in Chicago. But unlike that event in the Belt Railway of Chicago’s Clearing Yard, which was closed to the public, the America 250 Locomotive Celebration will allow everyone with a paid admission ticket to get in on the fun.” “White River Productions is thrilled to participate with the North Carolina Transportation Museum to bring America’s 250th celebration to the forefront,” WRP owner and Publisher Kevin EuDaly said. “This will be a rare opportunity to see a tremendous group of specially painted locomotives in one place.” With the Bob Julian Roundhouse as its backdrop, the resulting image of red, white, and blue locomotives is expected to become one of the defining railroad photographs of the semiquincentennial year. Each day of the threeday event will feature different photo opportunities, with locomotives rotated on the turntable and arranged in groupings by railroad. Night photography sessions sponsored and coordinated by Railfan & Railroad Magazine, and train rides pulled by a museum diesel locomotive will be offered. A list of participating locomotives in the America 250 event will be released as details are firmed up. The America 250 Locomotive Celebration follows in the footsteps of two landmark events at Spencer that drew railfans from across the country and around the world. The 2012 Norfolk Southern Heritage Locomotive Family Portrait attracted more than 4,000 visitors from 39 states and several countries. Streamliners at Spencer in 2014 drew attendees from 41 states and internationally to see 26 historic streamlined locomotives assembled around the Bob Julian Roundhouse turntable. Ticket details and additional information are available at www.nctransportationmuseum.org. Tickets go on sale Monday, July 20 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time for museum members and Tuesday, July 21 at 9:00
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Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Christmas in July at Turkey Ridge Over 35 vendors made it possible to knock out much of the holiday gift list on Saturday. It was all part of the Christmas in July event held at Venue at Turkey Ridge on Dixon Boulevard, Kings Mountain. The event was organized by Sunny Day Markets. Some of the items for sale included handmade jewelry, crochet, leather work, boutique clothing, permanent jewelry, soaps
and lotions and handbags. Author Eden Estabrook had books in the Arnie the Armadillo series available. If shopping worked up an appetite there were nachos, halal foods, lemonade, breads and slushies. The venue opened in 2021 hosting its first wedding in September. In addition to weddings, the Venue has gone on to host corporate events, reunions, quinceaneras and birthday parties.
The Venue at Turkey Ridge played host to Kings Mountain’s Christmas in July on Saturday. (Photos by Joseph Brymer)
The entrance to the Venue at Turkey Ridge where Christmas in July was held on Sat., July 18.
Isaac Mull holds his daughter Leighton Mull, age 3, during the Christmas in July event on Saturday.
Aubrie Lowman, left, has permanent jewelry placed by Morgan Leatherman during the Christmas in July event on Saturday, July 18 in Kings Mountain.
Crowds checked out the merchandise during Saturday’s Christmas in July held at the Venue at Turkey Ridge.
Shoppers enter the Venue at Turkey Ridge. The Christmas in July event attracted many folks.
Jalia Coleman, left, and Majae Rhodes order food from Bandhavi Kota of Halal on Wheels during Saturday’s Christmas in July event.
Shannon Chapman, right, samples a pork rind made by Glenn and Melissa Faile of Pops’ Munchies.Photo/Joseph Brymer
Event-goers enjoy slushies during Christmas in July.
Christmas in July vendors attracted shoppers to the Saturday event.
Brittany King does computerized laser engraving during Christmas in July at the Venue at Turkey Ridge.
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Small Heroes, Big Dreams
The story of the ALWS Bat Boys and Girls By American Legion World Series The crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd, the smell of hamburgers and hotdogs blanketing the air — baseball isn’t just a game in Cleveland County; it’s a heartbeat that has echoed through summer nights for generations. From the old ball field on West Sumter Street to the state-of-theart Veterans Field on the campus of Shelby High School, that heartbeat has never been stronger than in the hearts of the young boys and girls who have served as ALWS bat kids. A Simple Idea It started around 2010, when former ALWS executive committee member Rusty Patterson watched a group of young boys — too young to be bat boys — chase foul balls at Keeter Stadium and trade them in at the concession stand for bubble gum. He saw their excitement and had an idea. Soon after Cleveland County was named the permanent home of the ALWS, Craig Langston stepped up as the first Bat Kid Coordinator and
assembled the inaugural team: Parker Langston, Hayes and James Mabry, and Silas and Caleb Goss. Each boy received a jersey with “bat boy” on the back and a team assignment. What happened next surprised everyone. “The teams just took to these boys,” Craig recalls. “They really made.them feel part of the team.” A Ten-Year-Old’s World Series Parker Langston was ten years old when his dad simply asked if the teams could use a couple of bat boys. He was assigned to the Tupelo, Mississippi squad and stayed with them through every game of their run — all the way to the championship. By the third game, a player asked Parker to warm up with them. Without hesitation, he grabbed the glove he’d been keeping in his bag “just in case” and ran onto the field. He could only throw half the distance of those high schoolers, but he warmed up with the team every game after that. Before the championship, they gave him the Tupelo team hat. After it, the whole squad signed his game ball.
Andrew and Coach Dane Peavy in 2016. That title game went to extra innings. With the bases loaded in the ninth, ten-year-old Parker delivered what he was convinced was a game-changing pep talk — the team lifted him in the air and cheered. The next batter flew out. The game stretched to the thir-
Andrew and Coach Dane Peavy in 2025.
teenth inning before Tupelo fell short, finishing World Series runners-up. Parker stood on that field, heart full. Several players went on to college ball, a few with Mississippi State. One — Hunter Renfroe — still plays in the MLB today. Parker says he brags about it every chance he gets. Today Parker is the Camps and Family Programs Coordinator at the Kentucky Science Center in Louisville — working next door to the Louisville Slugger Museum, within walking distance of the Louisville Bats stadium. The game never really let him go. His advice to today’s bat kids: “Don’t be afraid to introduce yourself to the players and just be yourself. They are so happy you are part of their team.”
Lives Changed on the Diamond The program grew steadily under a succession of dedicated coordinators — Jason Greene (2014–2017), Kimberly Dixon (2018–2021), and Jean and Chris Horne (2022–present). Applications now come in from across the United States, growing from 27 in 2022 to 74 in 2025 and an astonishing 90 in 2026. Each year brings new touches: a live drawing event at Keeter Stadium, personalized jerseys, backpacks and bat kids’ photos on the big screen during team introductions. Andrew Tharrington (2016), now a senior at UNC–Chapel Hill, met Arkansas player Will McEntire as a bat boy — and years later watched him pitch against the Tar
Heels in college. It’s the only time Andrew ever rooted against UNC. Grayson Gilbert (2017) received a championship ring from the Omaha, Nebraska team, flew out to visit the coach the following summer, and went on to release his debut music album, Welcome to My Storytime, now available on all streaming platforms. Avery Brown (2021) was welcomed so fully by the Hawaiian team that they gave her a matching team jersey, shared Hawaiian snacks, and introduced her to musubi during a rain delay. Texas Coach Ronnie Oliver, his wife Debbie, and Coach Willie Kemp remain like family to Avery to this day. See ALWS, Page 3B
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Kings Mountain 2026 Baseball in Review By Beth Sellers
Looking back at the 2026 season for the Kings Mountain Mountaineers Baseball Team, the team had a record of 12-11 (8-4 in the Big South 5A/6A, third place). The team faced a tough schedule with opponents like South Caldwell, AC Reynolds, Burns, South Point, East Rutherford, Cherryville and Crest. The team earned key wins over South Point, East Rutherford, North Gaston, and they hosted a state playoff game. Individual awards for the team included Defensive
Player of the Year going to Luke Heavner; Pitcher of the Year, KJ Bell; Coaches Award, Lincoln McDaniel; Offensive Player of the Year, Lawson Kennedy; Mountaineer Award, Wesley Turner; and MVP of the Team, Jordan Buckner. Several KM players also earned All-conference honors. Those making the First Team All-conference Team included Lawson Kennedy, KJ Bell and Lincoln McDaniel. Jordan Buckner made the Second Team. Also, KJ Bell was selected as the Big South 5A/6A Pitcher of the Year.
KM Mountaineer Baseball team award recipients. (Photo provided)
Carey tabbed as Assoc. Head Coach for Men's GWU Basketball Head coach Jeremy Luther and the Gardner-Webb men's basketball team have announced the addition of Brett Carey as the newest Associate Head Coach of the Runnin' Bulldogs. Carey comes to Gardner-Webb after one year at UNC Charlotte. While with the 49ers, Carey helped to guide Dezayne
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It was a huge win for Logano, who entered the race outside of the top 16 in the chase for the playoffs. Logano took the lead in Stage 2 and dominated the remainder of the race, leading 323 of 450 laps in a race that featured just five cautions. “It’s wildly, wildly impressive what he did,” Hamlin said of Logano. “I thought it was a really impressive drive from him, how he maneuvered through [lapped] traffic and did everything we know Joey to do.” The 0.625-mile track, built in 1947, sat mostly dormant for a quarter of a century following its last points race on Sept. 29, 1996. Speedway Motorsports undertook the monumental task of refurbishing it, including clearing the weeds and trees growing through the middle of the racetrack. NWS hosted the All-Star race there from 2023 to 2025.
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Post 82 Shelby vs Cherryville Post 100 in Area IV Championship Photos by Joseph Brymer
Shelby Post 82 players come together on the mound Friday night as they played Cherryville for the Area IV Championship.
Shelby Post 82 players and coaches rally together between innings against Cherryville Post 100 for the Area IV Championship.
Shelby Post 82 pitcher Mason Bralley takes to the mound against Cherryville Post 100 Friday night in Cherryville, for the Area IV Championship. Shelby fell to Cherryville 9-4. Post 82 will face off against the Gaston Braves Friday, July 24 at 1pm in the start of the state tournament, which is being hosted by the Braves.
Shelby and Cherryville fans watch from the stands during Friday night’s game for the Area IV Championship.
Shelby Post 82 players congratulate teammate Wyatt McSwain after scoring against Cherryville Post 100 for the Area IV Championship.
Shelby Post 82 center fielder Luke Heavner goes to bat against Cherryville Post 100 last Friday night. Wyatt McSwain pitches for Shelby Post 82 as they played Cherryville Post 100 for the Area IV Championship. Shelby Post 82 players watch their teammates from the dugout.
Shelby Post 82 players and coaching staff watch from the dugout.
Shelby Post 82 center fielder Luke Heavner looks to steal a base against Cherryville Post 100 Friday night.
Shelby Post 82 Nate Derisi pitches the ball during Friday night’s game at Cherryville.
Shelby Post 82 Luke Rayfield takes his turn at bat Friday evening against Cherryville Post 100.
“Bat kids Wallace Barnes and Briar Nelon celebrated with the 2025 ALWS Champions Chesapeake, VA Post 280!” (Photos provided)
ALWS From Page 1B The Heartbeat Continues In 2025, five former bat boys suited up for Post 82’s Junior Legion team, and two former bat girls played on the Legion Soft-
ball team. In childhood bedrooms from Shelby to Louisville, the keepsakes remain: signed baseballs on mantles, championship rings in display cases, and a bat a high schooler once pressed into the hands of an eleven-year-old who would never forget it. Just a ball, a bat, a bat boy or girl — and a dream.
Wyatt McSwain pitches for Shelby Post 82 Friday night at Cherryville.
Shelby Post 82 center fielder Luke Heavner throws the ball back Friday Shelby Post 82 shortstop Max Davis bats Fri- night as they played Cherday night against Cherryville Post 100 in the ryville. Area IV Championship.
Shelby Post 82 Drew Dixon slides into second Friday night at Shelby Post 82 Luke Rayfield looks for the ball Friday evening against Cherryville Post 100 for the Area IV Championship. Cherryville for the Area IV Championship.
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Ryan Fox birdies final hole to capture Open Championship
Major League Baseball Standings (as of July 20, 2026) Courtesy of ESPN.com
By Mark Schlabach/ ESPN.com New Zealand's Ryan Fox hit the iron shot and putt of his life on the 72nd hole on Sunday, July 19 to win the 154th Open Championship at the Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England, for the first major championship title of his career. Needing a birdie on the 18th hole to avoid a playoff with clubhouse leader Cameron Young, Fox hit his approach shot from 175 yards. As the ball flew in the blue English sky toward the green, Fox yelled, "Be right!" It was. The ball stopped 11½ feet from the hole. After his playing partner, Sam Burns, RYAN FOX putted out for par, Fox drained the birdie putt to win the Claret Jug. He raised both arms into the air after the ball fell into the cup. It was just the 27th birdie all week on No. 18 -- the fewest of any hole at Royal Birkdale this week as it played 0.0346 strokes over par for the tournament, the hardest of any hole. Fox, who matched the lowest round ever in a major championship with a 62 on Saturday, put himself in position to win with three birdies in a four-hole stretch on the back nine in route to a 2-under 68. His 10-under total of 270 was one stroke better than Young's. With the victory, Fox collected $3.2 million in earnings. Here is a list of the Top 10 finishers. 1. Ryan Fox 2. Cameron Young 3. Sam Burns T4. Scottie Scheffler T4. Tommy Fleetwood T6. Casey Jarvis T6. Lucas Herbert T6. Si Woo Kim T9. Russell Henley T9. Adam Scott T9. Rasmus Neergaard-Peterson T9. Ludvig Aberg T9. Ryan Gerard
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Aiming Outdoorsmen Toward Christ By Gary Miller GARY MILLER
I have to admit I can’t stand going too long without checking my trial cameras that are outside of cell service. This is true especially this time of year. Even though the experts tell me to leave them alone until hunting season, I know I’m probably not even going to hunt some of these spots until the November rut anyway. So, I check away. I figure any buck that has gotten spooked by my presence now will undoubtedly be dumbstruck early in the rut by a hot doe, forgetting all traces of human activity that I left in July and August. So, I’ll wait a few weeks and make my way back to the camera to see if there are any surprises that might cause me to set up a stand early. This is especially helpful for me on my Kentucky property since only one buck is allowed for the whole year. I have two good eight pointers showing up right now but I’m not about to waste my only tag on one of these. They need one and maybe
even two more years before they become a Kentucky trophy. For now, I will keep waiting and watching to see if a bigger deer shows up consistently or to see if I’ll just need to take my chances that a stray happens to make a visit during November or December. There have been several years when the tag I bought in September was still in my pocket in January – when the season ended. For some it was considered wasted. For me, it was not. That tag didn’t represent a deer but an opportunity for a deer. That’s all a hunting license is. It’s an opportunity to hunt within certain parameters. If I stay within those guidelines, I can harvest anything I want. But there are also other parameters that are self-imposed. We each have them. They involve anything from the size of deer to the time of year. For instance, I won’t shoot a doe if it has a fawn with it, or I’m not going to shoot a doe if it’s too late in the afternoon.
PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK In the Matter of the Estate of: JERRY F. LEDFORD aka JERRY FRANKLIN LEDFORD, Deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified on the 27th day of May, 2026 as Executrix of the Estate Jerry F. Ledford, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Executrix on or before the 10th day of October, 2026, this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment.
I’m just not interested in being out at 10:00 processing deer. I prefer to be home and even in bed by then. These are only my parameters. But I don’t expect everyone to follow them. I find this a great picture of the Christian life and how we are meant to interact with each other. There are some things that are parameters for everyone and then there are some self-imposed convictions that others may not hold. These self-imposed ones are the grey areas where
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we sometimes disagree. Paul, the writer of most of the New Testament, dealt with how we are to live with fellow Christians who may not see things the same way we do. His overall admonition is to make every effort to live in harmony with each other. (Romans 14) And there is no doubt these words still ring true. In a world where there is
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so much disunity, Christians must strive to be the answer to Jesus’ last prayer. “May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me.” (John 17:23 NLT) Gary Miller gary@outdoortruths.org Gary Miller has written Outdoor Truths articles
for 23 years. He has also written five books which include compilations of his articles and a father/son devotional. He also speaks at wild-game dinners and men’s events for churches and associations. Stay updated on Outdoor Truths each week by subscribing at Outdoortruths.org
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000457-220
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000467-220
Having qualified on 1st of July, 2026 as Executor of the Estate of MURIEL D. MILLS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Manley Britt Mills, Executor on or before the 9th of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.
Having qualified on 9th of July, 2026 as Administratrix of the Estate of JOEY WAYNE WATKINS, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Tamala Watkins, Administratrix on or before the 23rd of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned.
This is the 8th day of July, 2026.
This is the 22nd day of July, 2026.
Manley Britt Mills, Executor 110 Hawk Ridge Court Shelby, NC 28152
Tamala Watkins, Administratrix 513 Mauney Lane Shelby, NC 28150
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Having qualified as executor over The Estate of Wayne Newton Houser deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before, 9/29/2026 or this notice will be pleaded in the bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate executor.
This the 8th day of July, 2026 Sheila M. Ledford, Ex. 410 Scotland Drive Kings Mountain, NC 28086
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
This is the 1st of July, 2026. File No. 26E000200-220 Bruce Edwin Houser, Executor C/o Brenton S. Begley McIntyre Elder Law 233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (7/01, 08, 15 & 22/2026)
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000431-220 Having qualified on 22nd of June, 2026 as Administrator of the Estate of MICKEY L. HUMPHRIES, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Tracy S. Humphries, Administrator on or before the 9th of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned. This is the 8th day of July, 2026. Tracy S. Humphries, Administrator 1516 Beachwood Rd. Mooresboro, NC 28114 KMH (7/08, 15, 22 & 29/2026)
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
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Why it pays to take time off from work Paid time off is a perk offered by most employers that enables workers to enjoy time away from work while still getting paid. Although the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics says approximately 90 percent of private industry receives paid time off, a Glassdoor study found only 23 percent of Americans take all of their available vacation time. And of those who took vacation, 54 percent re-
ported working while away. The pressures of deadlines, demanding workplaces and the need to get ahead can lead to a lot of unused vacation time. This can be a mistake, as there are many benefits to taking time away from work. • Recharge your batteries. Taking time off from work enables you to avoid mental and physical burnout. Psychology Today says you
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 25E000445-220 Having qualified as Administrator of the ESTATE OF JAMES GREENE aka JAMES ELTON GREENE aka JIMMY GREENE, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the Estate of said James Greene aka James Elton Greene aka Jimmy Greene to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned, Hope G. Binion, c/o Loann S. Meekins, Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC, 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 on or before the 22nd day of October, 2026 or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 22nd day of July, 2026. Hope G. Binion, Administrator of the Estate c/o Loann S. Meekins Teddy Meekins & Talbert, PLLC 405 E. Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (7/22, 7/29, 8/5 & 8/12/2026)
may gain new perspectives on workplace stressors and put plans in place to mitigate stress while on vacation. • Fuel creativity. Downtime activates creative thinking, which can spark innovation and more. Studies from Stanford and the University of California have shown people are 60 percent more creative after walking or taking short breaks compared to those who are at their desks all the time. Vacations can expand mental horizons. • Increase productivity. Even though it sounds coun-
terintuitive, working less can lead to getting more done. Companies that encourage time off often see higher engagement, increased innovation and lower burnout rates. • Increase self-awareness of your value. Apart from avoiding burnout and being more productive, an important reason to take time off is because you’ve earned it. It is one way to set boundaries with an employer. If you don’t take your vacation time, an employer may expect more and more from you. • Strengthen relation-
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000304-220 Having qualified on 7th of July, 2026 as Administrator CTA of the Estate of DOUGLAS GENE EARLE, aka DOUGLAS GENE EARL and DOUGLAS G. EARL, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Donna Earle Bridges, Administrator CTA on or before the 16th of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 15th day of July, 2026. Donna Earle Bridges, Administrator CTA P.O. Box 471274 Charlotte, NC 28247 KMH (7/15, 7/22, 7/29 & 8/5/2026)
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NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATOR Having qualified on the 1st of July, 2026 as Administrator of the Estate of Austell Bettis, III (20E000454-220), deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to Brian A. Bettis, Administrator c/o A. Susan Biggers, Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C., 402 East Graham Street, Shelby, North Carolina 28150, on or before October 16, 2026, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned. This the 15th day of July, 2026. Brian A. Bettis Administrator of the Estate of Austell Bettis, III c/o A. Susan Biggers Deaton & Biggers, P.L.L.C. 402 East Graham Street Shelby, North Carolina 28150 KMH (7/15, 22, 29 & 8/05/2026)
NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000386-220 Having qualified on 6th of July, 2026 as Executrix of the Estate of KAY BAILEY JONES, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Mary Louise Jones Kane, Executrix on or before the 16th of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned. This is the 15th day of July, 2026. Mary Louise Jones Kane, Executrix 1622 North Oak Dr. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (7/15, 22, 29 & 8/05/2026)
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY
Having qualified as Executrix over The Estate of Kathyrn Jenell Whittenburg, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said Estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before, 10/16/2026 or this notice will be pleaded in the bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate will please make immediate settlement with the undersigned estate executor.
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000286-220 Having qualified on 9th of July, 2026 as Executrix of the Estate of DANNY E. BRIDGES, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Connie B. Johnson, Executrix on or before the 16th of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned. This is the 15th day of July, 2026. Connie B. Johnson, Executrix 21 Heritage Lane Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (7/15, 22, 29 & 8/05/2026)
This is the 15th of July, 2026. File No. 26E000023-220 Tonya Walls Barringer, Executrix C/o Brenton S. Begley McIntyre Elder Law 233 E. Graham St. Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (7/15, 22, 29 & 8/05/2026)
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVELAND
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 26E000399-220
IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE
In the Matter of the Estate of: PAULA LYNN GEURIN, Deceased. Having qualified on the 10th day of June, 2026 as Administrator of the Estate of Paula Lynn Geurin, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the decedent to exhibit the same to the undersigned Administrator on or before the 13th day of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate should make immediate payment. This the 15th day of July, 2026. Gina Rahbari 232 Hoot Owl Ln. Leander, TX 78641
SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 26E000405-220 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of ROBERT WILLIAM YELTON of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the said Estate of Robert William Yelton to present them to the undersigned by October 20, 2026, or same will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate, please make immediate payment. This the 22nd day of July, 2026. Don L. Yelton 110 Shady Ridge Lane Shelby, NC 28150 Executor of the Estate of Robert William Yelton
T. Brandon Jaynes Archonix Law 412 N. Lafayette St. Shelby, NC 28150
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ships. When you’re always in a work-inspired go, go, go mindset, it is easy to lose sight of what really matters. Taking time off enables you to connect with loved ones and engage in activities that
bring you joy. Taking advantage of paid time off from work can improve your mental and physical health and even benefit your career.
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000434-220 Having qualified on 23rd of June, 2026 as Administrator of the Estate of GARY W. STAYMATE, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned, Kristian Staymate, Administrator on or before the 16th of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 15th day of July, 2026. Kristian Staymate, Administrator 300 Somerset Dr. Kings Mountain, NC 28086 KMH (7/15, 7/22, 7/29 & 8/5/2026)
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000444-220 Having qualified on 25th of June, 2026 as Administrator of the Estate of GRACE MARIE BRISCOE, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Milton Ray Tertius Briscoe, Administrator on or before the 16th of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned. This is the 15th day of July, 2026. Milton Ray Tertius Briscoe, Administrator 101 Buck Landing Shelby, NC 28150 KMH (7/15, 22, 29 & 8/05/2026)
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 23E654 Having qualified on 8th of August, 2023 as Administratrix of the Estate of KHI’RAN DEVON LITTLEJOHN, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Shonda Huskey, Administratrix on or before the 16th of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned. This is the 15th day of July, 2026. Shonda Huskey, Administratrix 3019 Poplar Circle Shelby, NC 28152 KMH (7/15, 22, 29 & 8/05/2026)
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA CLEVELAND COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 26E000356-220 Having qualified on 9th of July, 2026 as Administratrix of the Estate of CHARLES JOSEPH BERGENSTOCK, deceased, late of Cleveland County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms, and corporations having claims against estate to present them to the undersigned, Virginia Forster, Administratrix on or before the 16th of October, 2026 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said estate to please make immediate payments to the undersigned. This is the 15th day of July, 2026. Virginia Forster, Administratrix 12201 Oakshade Ln. Matthews, NC 28105 KMH (7/15, 22, 29 & 8/05/2026)
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MASTER GARDENER CLASSES BEGIN SOON! If you have a passion for gardening, the Extension Master Gardener Program can help you improve your horticultural knowledge, hone your gardening skills, and join a team of 70 trainied volunteers who are excited about lifelong learning and educating Cleveland County citizens about research-based gardening practices. The 2026 course will be offered on Tuesdays fron 4 to 6 p.m. beginning August 25 and ending November 17 at the Cleveland County Extension Center located at 130 S. Post Road in Shelby, NC. The registration fee is $125, which includes a copy of the Extension Master Gardener Handbook. Act quickly because registration is required by August 15. For more details or to request an application, contact Greg Traywick at 704-482-4365 or gbtraywi@ncsu.edu. gbtraywi@ncsu.edu
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HUGE ESTATE SALE AUGUST 1ST. Come one come all. You won’t want to miss this sale! We are unloading our warehouse. You name it and will probably have it. Yes, there will be tools, and a truck for sale, along with lots of craft stuff, jewelry, sports cards, large size clothes and housewares galore. We will start at 8am till 2pm Saturday only. 8506 JC Rd., Vale off Old Shelby Rd., near Cooksville Grill. (828) 2284016 ncvalegirl@gmail.com
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WE BUY VINTAGE BALL CARDS. Baseball, Football, Basketball, Hockey & More! Come See Us for A Fair Price! JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby 704-600-6996 or (704) 300-6236 BARN D O M I N I U M - M OD U LAR-DOUBLE WIDES set up on your land with no money down! HEATH’S HOME ZONE 703-5 King Street, Kings Mountain, NC. (754) 663-9663 UNIQUE CHURCH IN SHELBY. The Chapel of Christ. Visit our website at w w w.chapelofchristshelby.com (704) 538-7888 tware5@carolina.rr.com
PART-TIME CHILDREN’S MINISTRY DIRECTOR. Mount Vernon Baptist Church in Forest City, NC is seeking a part-time Children’s Ministry Director. Send resume to ejw9738@ gmail.com or mail it to 2676 Hudlow Rd., Forest City, NC 28043. ejw9738@ gmail.com ONE ON ONE CARE, INC Hiring for 2nd shift in Residential group home, 2 p.m.- 11 p.m., every other weekend; 8 a.m.- 8 p.m.; and 1st shift in Day program, 7:30 a.m.- 2:30 pm. Must be able to drive a van route. Insurance available after 90 days for FT. Come by the office and see Shelley at 203 Lee St., Shelby (704) 472-5200 spacker@oneononecare.net
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YARD SALES CLEVELAND COUNTY BIG YARD SALE. Saturday, July 25th, 8:00AM-2:00PM. Many items, jewelry, jeans, household items. Follow signs off Earl Road. 909 Langston Drive, Shelby, NC 28152 BIG ESTATE SALE. Saturday, August 1st, 2026. 8AM-Until. Furniture, household items, 3 old chests, Longaberger Baskets, Christmas, Eagle Statues, German Steins, Quilts, China, Dining Table, 6 chairs, some antiques. 1208 N. Piedmont Ave., Kings Mountain, NC 28086 BIG ESTATE SALE. Saturday, August 1st, 2026. 8AM-Until. Furniture, household items, 3 old chests, Longaberger Baskets, Christmas, Eagle Statues, German Steins, Quilts, China, Dining Table, 6 chairs, some antiques. 1208 N. Piedmont Ave., Kings Mountain, NC 28086
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HOME REPAIRS WITHOUT THE STRESS. HANDYMAN SERVICES FOR HOME REPAIRS AND IMPROVEMENTS, INCLUDING INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR DOOR INSTALLATION, TRIM WORK, SMALL DRYWALL REPAIR, MINOR CARPENTRY, CAMERA SYSTEM INSTALLATION, PRESSURE WASHING, AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE. RELIABLE SERVICE WITH QUALITY WORKMANSHIP AT FAIR PRICES! ALSO ASK ABOUT OUR CUSTOM TABLES! (704) 466-2333
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CRYPTS FOR SALE. Spaces at Cleveland Memorial Park. Lawn crypt for 2. Preinstalled vaults for 2 plus bronze plates for 2. $10,000 value, Selling for $3,000. 704-692-4894. CARPORTS & GARAGES. RV, Boat or Camper Covers. One of North Carolina’s Oldest Dealers! J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895 GREEN BEANS& SMALL WHITE CUCUMBERS HALF RUNNERS and BLUE LAKE Green Beans. Call after 4pm. (828) 432-6005 C O N T R A C T O R / H A N D YMAN TRUCK UTILITY TOP Great condition! 6-foot fits Ford Ranger or similar size bed. 3-internal lights. Security cage over front and rear windows. One side has door and shelf. $650. Call (704) 718-9122 MEN’S CRUISER BICYCLE $40. New Men’s Sunset Cruiser $25. Three DVD players, new, $30. for all. (828) 782-7221
AUCTIONS CONSIGNMENT AUCTION ONLINE ONLY. Lots start to close on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 @ 6 pm. Preview: Tuesday, July 28, 10 - 6 pm; www. ej-auction.com; CONSIGNMENTS NEEDED! Pickup Location: 12462 NC 209, Hot Springs, NC 28743. Partial Listing: (3) 20’ Shipping Containers, Tools, Arcade Games, Hay Feeders, Goat Panels; Tractors: Belarus Tractor. Kubota Farm Tractor 6800 70 HP, John Deere 544C runs needs brakes, Implements; New Items: Mini Excavators, 2026 Ride on Skid Steer, Electric Golf Carts, 2 Post Lift in Box. EDWARD JOHNSON AUCTIONEERS, INC. NC8134, NC8496 (828) 5939649
HEAVY DUTY METAL PUSH CART. Heavy duty push cart with compartment on handles. $75. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net
FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Fire pit wood packs-$3 each. That’s more than half price. $7 store price. Delivery available. 704-435-3970.
SMALL ENGINE REPAIR KINGS MOUNTAIN AREA. Schedule an appointment. (910) 474-2374 CUSTOM CABINETS & WOODWORK. Over 25 years Experience. Michael McKinstry. Custom Woodwork, Cabinets, Light Plumbing, Sheetrock, Landscaping. “Cleveland County_ Veteran Owned.” (203) 512-5503
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TWO STEEL TABLES. $100 each OBO. Nice heavy duty steel tables. One has wood top, one has a formica top. 48x30x29 the other one 24x48x33. Can send pictures. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net
14 BOURBON RED TURKEYS. 4 weeks old, $10 each, Call 864-838-9193, Do Not Text. TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER TRAILERS, FLATBED TRAILERS, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704-434-6389, (704) 473-0867
FURNITURE FOR SALE. Bedroom suite, 2 sofas, coffee table, 4 glass top end tables, dining room suite, various other pieces. Call (828) 429-2851 Continued To 7B
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704-482-7880 CAR & DRYER FOR SALE. 95 Black Corvette, 72,000 miles. Automatic. $5,300 OBO. White Centennial Maytag Dyer. Excellent condition. $65. 704-729-6108. STORAGE BUILDINGS !!! Buy One Off The Lot OR Have One Custom Built With Your Colors & Options! Cash • Finance • Rent to Own. “No Credit Check” J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895 NEW, USED, BANK REPO’S BUILDINGS, TRAILERS & CARPORTS. (828) 245-5895
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WANT TO BUY CARS & TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 6921006 WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-289-1488. WE BUY, SELL, TRADE TRAILERS. “Must Have Title”. (828) 245-5895 MILITARY COLLECTOR SPECIALIZING IN War Items. WTB- US, German, Japanese & Military Guns, S&W & Colt. War Souvenirs, Flags, Blades, Bayonets, Helmets Legally Licensed (828) 980-3329
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HAY, SQUARE BALES. $4 to $7. Also 200+ Bales Horse Hay, $8. Cut in Spring before rain came. Under Shelter. 704-418-1744. 4600 FORD TRACTOR, GOOD CONDITION. With new paint. 5 ft. bush hogs. $13,500. (828) 748-3366
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MORKIE PUPPIES FOR SALE. Sweet, adorable little girls. Wonderful friends and companions. Born April 24,2026. $550. 828-2089086. PUPPIES: SHIH TZU TERRIER. Small, cute and cuddly puppies ready after July 4th! Dam is white and gray, about 10lbs. Brown terrier dad. 4 females and 1 male all brown or gray with white markings. 828-292-3001 shots and dewormed $100 each. (828) 292-3001 rsutak26@hotmail. com POLYDACTYL MALE KITTENS. ERNEST HEMINGWAY KITTENS FOR SALE TO GOOD HOMES. THEY HAVE HAD THEIR SHOTS AND WORMED. THEY ARE POLYDACTYL MEANING THEY HAVE THUMBS AND LOOK LIKE THEY ARE WEARING MITTENS. 2 STRIPED AND 2 BLACKS AND ONE WHITE, ALL MALES. $250. TEXT 530–520-5135 (530) 520-5135 DOG KENNELS “ALL SIZES” IN STOCK! 7x7x4; 5x10x6; 10x10x4; 10x10x6; 10x10x6 Split Kennels for 2 Dogs, 10x20x6, ETC. Rain Tops & Dog Houses. “We Can Also Deliver and Install If Needed!” J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895
2024 KIA FORTE Like New. Non Smoker. Black Interior, Pearl White Exterior. Cruise Control & Steering Assist. $19,000. Contact: Text (704) 473-0797 1978 JEEP CJ5 Levi Garrett Edition. Needs work. $1800. (980) 295-8933 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 6.0 engine. All parts are good. All leather seats real good. Truck has lot of rust on it. Brakes are bad. We have a title for the truck. $3,000 firm. Call Keith-704-466-2810.
14FT. ALUMINUM BOAT & TRAILER. Electric trolling motor, fish finder & more. Tilt trailer, new wheels, tires & lights. $1300. Also new 5HP Honda motor available for sale. Leave message, (828) 287-2988
ULINE ROLLING TOOL CART $75. Perfect Size! Also have a larger one for $100. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net
1992 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Convertible. 119,000 miles, 6 speed transmission. Excellent Condition. Ready to drive. $10,000. (207) 5738786
CAMPERS 2022 PALOMINO SS-1251 SLIDE IN pop up camper. AC and heat, inside toilet and shower, back up camera, electric jacks, tie downs. Never used, new. $18,000. (704) 472-2854
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CARS & TRUCKS 1993 FORD CLUB WAGON Passenger Van. 77,000 Miles. “Selling As-Is”. Accepting Sealed Bids until Friday Aug., 14, 2026. SEND TO: Crestview Baptist Church, Attention Transportation Committee 1090 Old Boiling Springs Rd., Shelby NC 28152. Highest Bidder Will Be Contacted Monday, August 17, 2026. For More information OR to Set Up A Time to View CALL 704-472-1245
2005 HARLEY DAVIDSON. 21” Apes, Custom Indicators, Shotgun Exhaust Pipes, Remote Control Garage Door Opener, Chrome Switches, Braided Cables. 14,800 Miles. Original Owner. $4,200 firm. (909) 900-5777
VACATIONS GRAND PALMS RESORT SURFSIDE, SC. 2 Bedroom, Kitchen, Living room, King, Two Queens, Sleeper Sofas, Sleeps 8. $1,400. Sat., July 25th-Sat., August 1st. 704692-0593.
2006 CHEVROLET MALIBU. Car runs good and transmission good. Want to sell to a mechanic. $1250 firm. Call for more information. Ask for Keith -704-466-2810.
OUT OF AREA NEAR SHELBY, NC. 10 acres with house that needs work. $135,000 or best offer. 717220-8050.
1122 COUNTRY HOME ROAD, SHELBY, NC. House. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Rent $1075 Deposit $1075. 704214-4180. 2&3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOMES. Nice and clean, water furnished. Oak Grove Community, Kings Mtn. Call or text, (704) 739-0259 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 L i o n s @ R PM M A N AG ED. COM
127-5 WIGGINS LANE. Kings Mountain, NC. Double Wide. 3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1550. Deposit $1550. 704214-4180. 118 OAK DRIVE, LAWNDALE, NC. 3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom House. Rent $1275, Deposit $1275. Application Fee $25, 704-214-4180. 813 THIRD STREET, KINGS MTN. NC. House, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Rent $1895, Deposit $1895. Application Fee $25. 704-214.4180. 4105 REEPSVILLE ROAD, VALE, NC. Double Wide. 3 bedroom, 2bathroom. Rent $1275, Deposit $1275. Application Fee 425. 704-214-4180. 135-21 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. NC. Single Wide. 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom. Rent $1375 Deposit, $1375. 704-214-4180.
LINCOLN COUNTY CAMPERS/SITES. Scenic Ridge Country Campground in Cherryville. Weekend & short/ long term rental campers, & 30/50amp sites & cabin. Call/ text and leave message. (704) 284-4721
RUTHERFORD COUNTY 3 BEDROOM DOUBLEWIDE with 2 Bathrooms in Forest City. $1200 deposit, $1200 monthly. No pets. Call (828) 245-8536 TWO BEDROOM, TWO BATH. Nice, quiet park. Just remodeled. Background check. No pets. Landlord on site. $825 per month. (828) 429-9276 OAKLAND 2 BEDROOM BRICK APARTMENT. SS appliances, water, sewer, garbage, included. $850. Only well qualified need apply. 828919-1221.
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS at Lanier Pointe II Apartments. Must meet income guidelines and pass Credit/Criminal background check. Equal Housing Opportunity. 1020 Sue Lane, Shelby. Call for price (704) 482-3517 WELL MAINTAINED HOME IN BELWOOD. Cleveland County area. 2 BR, 1 BA Home. Large backyard, covered front porch for activities and relaxing. Fallston Burns school district. NO Pets. #1,055/mth. + deposit. 704747-1781. 103 NEW BETHEL CHURCH ROAD. Lawndale, NC. House. Rent $1595, Deposit $1595. Application Fee $25. 704-2144180.
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If something does not look right, call your provider’s billing office and ask for an itemized bill. Do not be shy about asking questions. Even small mistakes can add up. Ask about help Most hospitals, especially nonprofit ones, are required to offer financial assistance programs, often called charity care. Depending on your income, you may qualify to have part
or even all of your bill forgiven. Call the hospital billing office and ask specifically about financial assistance. You can also visit DollarFor.org, a nonprofit that helps patients apply for charity care programs at no cost.
Negotiate costs If you do not qualify for assistance, you still have options. Many hospitals and doctors are willing to work with patients, especially if you reach out early. Ask if they can lower the bill or offer a discount if you can pay something upfront. You can also request a no interest payment plan to spread the cost out over time. If this feels overwhelm-
ing, a medical billing advocate can help. The Alliance of Professional Health Advocates, at aphadvocates.org, can connect you with professionals who review bills and negotiate on your behalf.
Find programs Since you recently lost coverage, it is also worth checking whether you qualify for Medicaid, especially if your income has dropped. You can apply through Healthcare.gov or your state Medicaid office. Another helpful tool is BenefitsCheckUp.org, from the National Council on Aging, which can point you to programs that help lower health care and prescription costs.
Get support You do not have to handle this on your own. There are several trusted organizations that offer free or low-cost help. The Patient Advocate Foundation (patientadvocate.org) provides case management services and can help you find financial assistance. The National Foundation for Credit Counseling (nfcc.org) offers nonprofit credit counseling and guidance on managing debt. You can also visit NeedyMeds. org to locate programs that can help lower the cost of prescriptions and other medical expenses. The most important thing is to act sooner rather than later. Ignoring medical bills can lead to collections and added stress, but many
providers are willing to work with you if you reach out.
Start by reviewing your bills, then explore assistance programs and payment options. With some persistence, you can often lower what you owe and set up a plan that fits your budget. Medical debt is common, even among people who had insurance, but it is often negotiable, and there are real resources available to help you through it. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070.