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THE FINISH LINE – Pictured are runners at the finish line of the 2017 Wounded Warrior’s Run Saturday at Patriot Jack’s at East King and Canterbury Road. Over 200 runners registered for the benefit for the family of the late Shelby police officer Tim Brackeen. More photographs are in today’s Herald. Photo by ELLEN DEVENNY
Wounded Warrior Run attracts crowd Saturday’s Wounded Warrior run drew 203 registered runners with 182 finishing the 4-mile run organized as a benefit for the family of Shelby K-9 officer Tim Brackeen. Brackeen’s brother, Stephen Brackeen, was second place overall winner and members of the Brackeen family were present to watch runners and applaud them as they crossed the finish line at Patriot Jacks.
Mike Lawson, 45, of Claremont, was first place winner, crossing the finish line in 24 minutes, 45 seconds. Stephen Brackeen, 36, of Shelby was second place winner, crossing the finish line in 26 minutes, 10 seconds. Third place went to Justin Rollins, 32, of Spartanburg, SC, who crossed the finish line in 26 minutes, 23 seconds. Fourth place went to Amy See RUN, Page 7A
One day Chancellor “Chance” Cook, 5, will transition to a regular school classroom but for now his home is his class room and his teachers and classmates exist on line. The kindergarten student is enrolled in the North Carolina Virtual Academy (NCVA), an online public charter school authorized by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. As a Mom of four, Katie Gordon has a child in almost every phase of schooling possible. Her eldest, a son, is in college, her 13-yearold daughter is in public school, she has a daughter in preschool and Chance, who attended public school for just six weeks prior to a See CHANCE, Page 8A
Police need help after string of break-ins Kings Mountain Police need the public’s help in identifying the suspect or suspects in vehicle break-ins occurring the past month A huge string of break-ins occurred Monday night in the Kings Mountain area and a video picture is in today’s Herald. Call 704-734-0444 to report any information or to identify the photograph in today’s Herald on page 2A.
David and Barbara Jones address Valentines to local city officials and state legislators to thank them and to request an increase in Kings Mountain senior funding. The Patrick Senior Center is joining 163 senior centers from across the state in the North Carolina Senior Center Alliance project. Photo by KAREN GRIGG
Chance Cook works on his “100 days of school” project to share with his online classmates.
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Focht wins travel award
Adria L. Focht, Director and Curator of the Kings Mountain Historical Museum, won the 2016 Travel Industry Award presented by the Cleveland Chamber at the Chamber’s annual banquet January 26 at the LeGrand Center in Shelby. The award recognizes an organization, event, business or individual who made a significant contribution to the advancement of tourism with a history of supporting the hospitality industry. Due to popular exhibits and events in 2016, Kings Mountain Historical Museum drew 6,799 visitors from across the nation, a 25 percent increase in attendance since 2015. Focht accepted the award from last year’s See FOCHT, Page 3A
Valentine’s Day Dinner Seniors writing Valentines at VFW Post Feb. 11 Senior citizens at the H. and local funding is vital to Lawrence Patrick Senior Life and Conference Center are addressing Valentines today from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. to city officials and state legislators to thank them for their support. The letter writers are also asking for an increase in senior funding and saying what an increase would mean to them. Karen Grigg, activities director, says federal, state
ongoing programs at the 163 senior centers across the state and allows seniors to participate in free or low cost affordable activities and access needed services. Grigg said the event is a project in partnership with the North Carolina Senior Center Alliance and the goal is to give one voice to senior centers. Valentines and needed supplies are available to any senior resident of the community who wants to stop by the Patrick Center lobby See SENIORS, Page 7A
Kings Mountain and Cherryville VFW Post 9811 will host a Valentine’s Day dinner on February 11 with serving from 5-9 p.m. and the public is invited. The meal, which includes steak, baked potato, and salad, is $17 for single and $30 for a couple. Proceeds are earmarked for veterans’ projects. Check out the Veterans of Foreign Wars Facebook for more information. The VFW’s Steve Buchanan said the community is invited to participate
in other events at the Post home on Margrace Road in Kings Mountain which includes: APA 9 ball pool league every Monday at 7 p.m.; APA 8 ball pool league every Tuesday at 7 p.m.; Pool League every Thursday at 7 p.m.; and Scotch doubles pool tournament every Saturday at 7 p.m. The Post is also conducting a membership drive and veterans who have served in foreign wars are invited to join.
Adria Focht, Director and Curator of the Kings Mountain Historical Museum, right, won the Cleveland Chamber’s 2016 Travel Industry Award. Focht is pictured with Susan Champion, left, President of the KM Historical Museum Board of Directors, and Norma Drewery, staff member at the Historical Museum.
Galaxy Quest Friday at Gateway Trail Don Brooks of the Cleveland County Astronomical Society and Mauney Memorial Library will present “Galaxy Quest” at the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail, 807 S. Battleground Ave., on Friday, Feb. 3, from 6-9 p.m. Take your flashlight and wear your walking shoes for a solar adventure, says Librarian Sharon Stack. The event begins in the Gateway Trail Parking lot and continues up the trail. The Cleveland County
Astronomical Society members will share their knowledge and provide telescopes for gazing. Judy Ford of Judy’s Wild Science says “This free family event provides the community an opportunity to explore the night sky in a way that allows us to expand our knowledge through promoting our curiosity. All ages will delight in viewing our night sky with the help of Don and the Cleveland County Astronomical Society members.”
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■ OBITUARIES
Ronnie Tignor
Bruce Holland
Minnie Canipe
KINGS MOUNTAIN Ronald Eugene “Ronnie” Tignor, 74, entered Heaven’s Gates on Tuesday, January 24, 2017. He was predeceased by his parents, Gene and Dorothy Cobb Tignor; brother and sisterin-law, Mike and Beverly Tignor; son, David Deal; grand-daughter, Danyelle Whitaker. Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 48 years, Shirley Tignor; three children, Lisa Tignor Whitaker and husband, Timmy; Larry Deal and wife, Laura, and Susan Deal McKinzie and husband Mark; eight grandchildren, TJ Whitaker, TiAnna Whitaker, Ashlie Deal, Caleb Deal, Brandy Deal, Elijah Whitaker, Tori Allison and Matthew Deal; ten great-grandchildren, Ethan, Nathan, Jayden, Kaydance, Alexis, Levi, Joseph, Aubrey, Colton, and Payten; nieces, nephews and a host of loving friends. A 3 p.m. funeral service was held Friday, January 27, 2017 at East Gold Street Wesleyan Church, 701 E Gold Street, Kings Mountain, NC with Pastor Scott Whitney officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery. Visitation was held one hour prior to service. The family will be meeting at the home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to East Gold Street Wesleyan Church Family Life Center, 701 E. Gold Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. Services are entrusted to Robert S. Morgan, Jr., Funeral Service Licensee, LLC of Fallston. Online condolences at www. rsmorganfsl.co
KINGS MOUNTAIN - Bruce Douglas Holland Sr., 64, passed away January 27, 2017 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center. He was born in Kings Mountain on September 16, 1952 to the late Robert and Charcie Cook Holland. Bruce is survived by his daughter, Chasity Holland; son Bruce Holland Jr. and his wife Daneen; grandsons Tony and Robert Walker; great grandson Waylon Walker; sisters Kathy Broadway and her husband J.r and Linda Kearse and her husband Gordon. Service arrangements to be announced later. A Simple Service, burial and cremation, 451 Hospital Drive, Gastonia, NC, is serving the family 704884-0150.
Minnie Louise Starnes Canipe, 81, of Kings Mountain, passed away January 29, 2017 at White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain. A Gaston County native, she was born January 27, 1936, daughter of the late Joe and Mary Starnes. Mrs. Canipe was a member of Eastside Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Lydia Fite and Margie Moses; brothers, Roy and Mack Starnes; and her great-grandchild, Braxton Panther. Left to cherish her memories are her loving husband of over 67 years, Wray Canipe of the home; daughter, Judy Phillips and husband Coy of Kings Mountain; son, Mike Canipe and wife Penny of Shelby; brothers, Don Starnes and wife Barbara, Bobby Starnes and wife Jane, all of Kings Mountain; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. A funeral service, officiated by Pastors Ron Caulder and James Hamrick, was held 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2017 at Eastside Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. The family received friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, 2017 at Greene Funeral Service, West Chapel, 216 Archie Whitesides Rd., Gastonia. Interment was in Mountain Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Cleveland County, 953 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150. Arrangements are with the West Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia. Condolences may be made online at www. greenefuneral.com
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Mabel Wallace Mabel Wallace, 95, of Kings Mountain, passed away on January 24, 2017, at Carolinas Healthcare System Kings Mountain. She was born December 30, 1921, in Gaston County, daughter of the late Thomas Ray Todd and Addie Short Todd. A graveside service was held 1 p.m. Friday, January 27, 2017, at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain. Mrs. Wallace is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, William Hiram Wallace; brother, William Ray Todd; sisters, Martha Todd Baker and Ruth Todd Stone. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to the Salvation Army 107 South Broad Street Gastonia, NC 28052. Arrangements are with the West Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia. Online condolences may be sent
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Roger E. Dukes SHELBY- Roger E. Dukes, 75, died Sunday, January 29, 2017 at Wendover Hospice. He was born in Hamilton, Ontario, to the late Edgar and Catherine Cregan Dukes. He served in the United States Marine Corp. He is survived by his sons; Christopher Dukes and wife Heather, Brian Dukes and wife Violet, and Shaun Dukes; brother, Patrick Dukes; eight grandchildren. Private services will be held at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Dr, Shelby, NC 28150 Online condolences: www.claybarnette.com Clay-Barnette Funeral Home of Shelby is in charge of arrangements.
Daereanna Gill SHELBY- Baby Daereanna Martrice Gill died Thurs., Jan 26, 2017, at Levine Children’s Hospital in Charlotte. Born Jan. 9, 2017. She was the daughter of Christopher Gill and Jada Mintz of Shelby. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church, and other times at the home of the child’s grandmother, Shannon Mintz, 1713 Kings Row Rd. #101, Kings Mountain. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017, at Patterson Springs Baptist Church. Rev. Steve Waters will officiate the service. Interment will be in the Patterson Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. Online condolences: www.claybarnette.com Clay-Barnette Funeral Home of Shelby is in charge of arrangements.
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El-Bethel Breakfast Feb. 4 El Bethel United Methodist Church will sponsor the traditional country breakfast Saturday, Feb. 4 from 6:30-10 a.m. at El Bethel Fellowship Hall. A bake sale will also be held. Eat in or take out. Call 704-739-9174 to order takeout breakfast.
Jones listed on Dean’s List CONWAY, SC - Christopher Jones, a freshman majoring in exercise and sport science, from Grover, NC, was among 2,253 students at Coastal Carolina University who made the Fall 2016 Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, freshmen must earn a 3.25 grade point average, and upperclassmen must earn a 3.5 grade point average. To qualify for the President’s List, students must earn a 4.0 grade point average. All students must be enrolled full time.
Kings Mountain Police Department is seeking help in identifying the suspect(s) in multiple motor vehicle breaking & entering’s in our area over the past month. This suspect was caught on video in action Monday night when other incidents occurred.
Vehicle, home break-ins Reported by KMPD Kings Mountain Police are warning residents to lock their vehicles and take all items out of the vehicles because unlocked cars become targets of thieves. A 2003 Toyota was broken into on January 23 and a pocketbook, currency and cell phone were taken belonging to a Grover resident. Two unlocked vehicles on Duke Street and Mountain Crest Drive were ransacked on January 26. A black book bag and its contents were taken from a 2011 Dodge and I Phone 5 was taken from a 2004 Dodge. Someone threw a rock through the window of a 2010 Jeep Patriot on Sterling Drive on Jan. 28 and took pool sticks valued at $1200. They are described as one black and blue rap less pool stick, one in wood stained color white dia-
monds, on in wood stained color with black rap handle and one black in color in a case with a yellow and black Tiger sticker. A 1999 Chevrolet was broken into on January 28 on Dover Avenue and reported taken was a .380 caliber semi-automatic handgun valued at $400. A resident of Gastonia reported January 19 that his 2005 Chevrolet was broken into on Oak Grove Road and a AM/FM radio/compact disk player was stolen and the steering column of the vehicle damaged. Police also reported a break-in at a residence on Belvedere Circle which remains under investigation by detectives. Reported stolen were a Dell laptop computer, a black jewelry box, a $1800 gold cluster diamond ring, a $500 three diamond gold wedding band and miscellaneous
costume jewelry. Anyone with information about the break-in and thefts are asked to call the Kings Mountain Police Department, 704-734-0444. Police are continuing investigation into the break-in of a home on Pinehurst Drive on January 27. Reported taken were 12 large china plates, one 35mm big lens camera, four signed Duke posters, one Coach K 500-win t-shirt signed, one Shane Battier Sports Illustrated signed poster, 45 assorted gold and silver spoons include those from Australia, New York, London, Florida, Chicago, 1996 Olympic spoon, Biltmore House, NFL Hall of Fame, Washington, DC, South Carolina and 1984 Olympic spoon and fork.
Inmate assaults Cleveland Co. detention officer: Sheriff Cleveland County Sheriff Alan Norman said a Cleveland County Detention Officer was assaulted last Thursday by a 17-year-old inmate at the Law Enforcement Detention Center at 100 Justice Place in Shelby. Sijay Thompson allegedly assaulted a detention officer, whose name was not released by the Sheriff’s Department. Thompson is housed at the detention center under a $300,000 secure bond for two counts of robbery with a dangerous weapon, two counts of possession of a weapon by a felon, second degree kidnapping and probation violation. The Sheriff’s Office will be securing charges on Thompson for assault on a detention officer. According to the news release from the Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened at 10:30 a.m. on January 26. Two detention officers went to inmate block B-1 (juvenile housing block) to investigate a disturbance being created by an inmate who was beating the cell block door and using profanity requesting to use the telephone. The detention officers
THOMPSON attempted to verbally defuse the situation but were not able to get the inmate to comply with any instructions. After unsuccessful attempts to calm the inmate down the decision was made to secure the inmate in his cell. Another detention officer arrived with a Taser to assist. As the detention officers were getting the Taser, the inmate kicked through the cell door and punched one of the detention officers in his face. A detention officer attempted to deploy the Taser but was unsuccessful because only one probe made contact with the inmate. Two other detention officers tackled the inmate taking him to the floor. The juvenile inmate continued to fight the officers, causing a detention officer to
release the Taser cartridge and deploy a drive stun from the taper to the body of the inmate in order to get him to comply. After the drive stun was applied officers were able to apply restraint devices and secure the inmate in his cell. As a result of the punch to the face one detention officer was taken to Cleveland Regional Medical Center where he was examined by physicians. The examination concluded that the detention officer suffered from several fractures to his face area. He suffered a fracture to his cheek and two fractures to his orbital bone. The detention officer was released from the hospital after having to schedule follow up visit with a plastic surgeon. During this incident, the inmate did not sustain any injuries.
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OPENING BAG OF FOOD – Jamie Efird opens a bag of food to be divided and then distributed to families in Uganda. The bags contain rice, beans and corn flour. Purse in South Sudan and three Cherryville natives: Rosemary Curran, Krista
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Gantt and Lacey Spangler. They all ministered through the support of Calvary Road Ministries. Contributions are needed, says Efird, to go toward future work with South Sudanese refugees. Make check to Calvary Road Ministries, c/o Deloris and Blane Anderson, 4100 Fulton Road, Corryton, TN 37721.Mark on the check “for work in Central and East Africa.” Donations are tax deductible.
Kings Mountain High School will host a Mountie Summit on Thursday, February 2 at 6 p.m. Parents and students will have an opportunity to attend three informational sessions led by faculty and
staff of KMHS. Sessions will include information regarding registration for the 2017-18 school year, athletics in college, information regarding the College and Career Promise program, Military oppor-
tunities, etc. ‘’ This is a great time to gain valuable information to help your child prepare for their futures,’’ said school spokesman Jill Cruise.
LOCAL PEOPLE AT CHAMBER BANQUET - Staff and board members of the Kings Mountain Historical Museum attended the recent Cleveland Chamber banquet honoring recipients of 2016 awards. From left, Adria Focht, Museum Director and Curator who won the 2016 Travel Industry Award; Paul Ingram, Norma Drewery, Museum President Susan Champion and Anna Lineberger.
FOCHT: wins travel award From Page 1A winner Charlie Holtzclaw. Focht is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and earned her master’s degree in anthropology from East Carolina University. She joined the Kings Mountain Historical Museum in June 2013 and before that worked at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic site in Atlanta, GA and the National Resource Center of the National Park Service in Washington, DC. Susan Champion, president of the board of directors of Kings Mountain Historical Museum, staff member Norma Drewery, and board members Paul Ingram and Anna Lineberger also attended the event. The banquet kicked off its Speak Easy Prohibition theme with a picket line in front of the Chamber on Friday before the event as well as the night of the event as guests arrived in 1920-s style. Guests struck their best pose while having their photographs made by Victoria Rose Studio in front of a 1929 Ford Roaster provided by Allen Langley. Each year the Kings Mountain Historical Museum presents two changing exhibits plus the popular Christmas model train. Educational
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The people of South Sudan flee their war-torn country looking for refuge in Uganda. Mostly women and children, they experience the trauma of losing husbands, fathers, sibling and their own self-worth. Jamie Efird of Kings Mountain has seen firsthand how church groups and others come together to help refugees. A graduate of the Class of 2016 from Gardner-Webb University, she returned last week from mission work in Uganda. She said that more than one million South Sudanese citizens are living outside of their country. Before enrolling in the School of Divinity at Gardner-Webb, Efird lived and ministered in South Sudan for two years through the International Mission Board affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. On her most recent trip she ministered with a team of former IBM workers David and Renee C. (last name withheld per their request) and also joining the team were Lori Bryan, who formerly worked with Samaritan’s
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Charlie Holtzclaw, former winner of the Cleveland County Chamber’s Travel Industry Award, presents the handsome trophy to Adria Focht, Director and Curator of Kings Mountain Historical Museum. programs are held, includOther winners were: 2016 Paul Limerick Voling scholarly lectures, living history events, educational unteer of the Year - Bob resources and historic craft Daves 2016 Bridge Builder demonstrations. The Museum preserves and interprets Award - Steve Padgett 2016 Duke Energy Citithree historic structures and zenship and Service Award eclectic museum collections at 1002 E. Mountain Street, - Bill McCarter 2016 Athena Award sponthe old Kings Mountain Post sored by Personnel Services Office historic building. There is no admission Unlimited- Jeanette Sun 2016 Jean Bettis Support charge to the museum which Staff Award - April Crotts is open Tuesday through Sat2016 Industry of the Year urday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. sponsored by Personnel Services Unlimited - Greenheck riverhillmonuments.com Family Owned Fan Corporation & Operated Emerging Small BusiSince 1957 nesses of the Year; King Law Offices, PLLC Industrial Maintenance and Automation Dragonfly Marketing Hannah’s Coffee House Full Plate Kitchen Carson L Fox Entrepreneur of the Year Award sponsored by Carson L Fox MONUMENT CO. Family: Dragonfly Marketing 1113 Polkville Rd. • Shelby, NC • 704-481-1198 2016 Small Business of At Riverhill Monument Company, you deal directly with the the Year - Red Bridges Barmonument builder, with no middle man mark up, and we never becue Lodge sell monuments over the internet. We proudly sell and install 2016 Zenith Award - Dr. monuments in Kings Mountain and the surrounding area. Steve Thornburg.
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Pieces of Kings Mountain History By Loretta Husky Cozart If you’ve driven on Battleground Avenue north of King Street, you’ve probably COZART noticed the bridge by the W.A. Mauney home has been sporadically closed and reopened to vehicle traffic lately. When I drove by recently the bridge had been reopened, piquing my interest. When I was young, my mom would drive us across “the little bridge,” resulting in a soft spot in my heart for this small Kings Mountain land-
mark. I’ve recently done research on the bridge and found that it played an historic role for both our community and the railroad in our state. The formal name for this bridge is the “Southern Railway Company Overhead Bridge” (NC Bridge #220426). That’s a big name for such a small bridge. It was built in 1919, forty-seven years after the Atlanta and Richmond Airline Railway lay tracks through what later became Kings Mountain. Railroads of that era often failed due to lack of funding, changing hands many times until it was finally acquired by the Southern Railway
1937 Ford on the Little Bridge Company. Between 1901 and 1919, Southern Railway double-tracked the main line between Washington, DC and Atlanta. The last leg of the work was done between Charlotte and Spartanburg between 1917 – 1919. From what
I can tell, Kings Mountain was one of the last areas to be completed. A trestle bridge predated the Southern Railway Company Overhead Bridge, but had to be removed to allow for the double-tracking. On July 24, 1919, the following
Overhead Bridge - Southern Railway article was released in the “Locals” section of the paper: “A construction force of the Southern Railway, under R. B. Ray, began Monday placing machinery for the rebuild of the overhead bridge at the north end of the bridge
here. The old bridge was removed in order to prosecute the work of grading and double tracking. The new bridge will be built in the same place but will be of re-inforced (sic) concrete with two concrete piers. The work will See KM HISTORY, Page 7A
Looking back Americans need help fast! From the Wednesday, Feb. 1, 1989 edition of The Kings Mountain Herald Kings Mountain voters will go to the polls Tuesday to vote on a $9.2 million dollar bond issue to finance improvements to the city’s water, sewer and electric system. The Kings Mountain City Council recently hiked water and sewer rates effective April 1 to help pay off those bonds should they be approved. With just six days remaining until the bond referendum Tuesday a committee appointed by Mayor Kyle Smith to solicit public backing for the
bond issue package was using the telephone to contact each of the 546 people who signed paid advertisements calling for passing of the bond issue. Lt. Richard Reynolds blames spring fever for the frequent bomb threat calls to schools during the unseasonably warm month of January. Faculty members were on top of the situation and everything had settled down Wednesday. Eric Odem’s free throw with no time remaining in overtime broke an 85-85 tie and gave Kings Mountain Mountaineers an 86-85 victory over
East Rutherford’s Cavaliers in Southwestern 3-A Conference basketball action Friday night at East Rutherford. Wade Ford was advertising a 1989 Crown Victoria for $14,556 and a 1989 Escort for $7,188 among vehicle prices listed in his paid advertisement in today’s Herald. Financing was as low as 4.97 percent on approved credit. Winn-Dixie was advertising Harvest Fresh No. 1 white potatoes for $1.68 for 10 pounds and Food Lion was advertising fresh cut quarter pork loins for $1.48 per pound.
A Passel of Trouble By Jerry Ledford (Ed. Note – Kings Mountain resident Jerry Ledford writes this review of “A Passel of Trouble,’’ a new novel by Joe Epley.) It is an axiom of war that the victors write the history. This is never truer than in our own Revolutionary War. Most of the histories of that time are written from the Patriot point of view and the glorious victory that established the United States. Joe Epley, in his excellent new book, “A Passel of Trouble,’’ takes the opposite tack. While researching his first book, “A Passel of Hate,’’ about the Revolutionary War Battle of Kings Mountain, he came across a person named David Fanning, with whom he says he became increasingly fascinated. Epley’s new book is impressive not only in the big scope of the Revolutionary War in the Southern states, but also brings alive the day
to day detail of life in that era. He vividly describes a time when neighbors were sparse and settlements days apart. Settlers were farmers and plantation owners eking out a living room from a hardscrabble land, all the while contending with hospital Indian tribes. And then came the brutal war, which pitted family against family, brother against brother, son against father. Many tried to remain neutral, but that proved difficult. Epley brings Fanning to life, a young man who endured a difficult and indentured youth, escaping the indenture and joining up with a new family in South Carolina. Despite having a “scalded head” as a result of a youthful illness that left his head scarred and hairless, causing Fanning to wear a headscarf all his life, his friendly nature and hard work won him strong friends among the settlers.
And then came the war. Seasoned as an Indian fighter, brave and a natural leader, Fanning was increasingly drawn into the fight for independence. Fanning, though, along with many others, remained loyal to the Crown. He became a military leader, who “depending on one’s perspective…was a fearless champion or a vile demon.” Had fanning fought on the Patriot side, he would be revered today as a hero. As a Tory, he has faded into the mists of history. Joe Epley does a powerful job of telling this other side of the story, strongly drawing the reader into the life and conflicts that dominated life during the late 18th century in the Southern states, and brings to life a man called David Fanning. Find out more about Joe Epley, or purchase his books at epleywrites.com. They are also available directly from Amazon.com.
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“gravy train”. Thousands of students across the country who meet the conditions can receive $5,815 in government money paid directly to their college of choice. Colleges then tack on thousands of dollars more that families or the students often have to borrow. Colleges in turn build bigger buildings and incur more debt that in turn requires more and more tuition from struggling students and families. Many federally-funded colleges pay big salaries. One college President in Kentucky made about $400,000 a year at a tiny private Christian college. That’s not that huge as some Presidents today are making close to $1,000,000 a year. What is interesting is that his Board of Trustees promised him this same salary package upon his retirement for the rest of his life, plus medical insurance, an apartment, a car, and even his cell phone. Where does this money come from? The money comes from federal grants that we the taxpayers pay, and from struggling students who rack up big debts so that a retired college President can receive almost $400,000 a year and additional perks for the rest of his life. Sadly, a lot of academic institutions are crumbling across this country. There are numerous cases of campuses closing and being sold to bigger institutions or closing altogether. Average Americans can’t handle what we are being handed in medical and college costs. We need help fast!
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The 5 Love Languages (A Five part series) riage enrichment May I offer conference at my a happy Februchurch in 2015, ary to you all. I yet the truths have heard and learned at the referred to Februconference conary as love month tinue to pay divin anticipation idends for those of Valentine’s who were in atDay. With this in mind, I want DR. JONATHAN tendance. For this M. BUNDON reason, each week to begin a brief Worship Pastor series on love… First Baptist Church I will introduce a way we can show how we receive love to others by and give love. To do so, I will draw from understanding their priscripture and from Dr. mary love language. By Gary Chapman’s book doing so, we may be better “The 5 Love Languages,” a equipped to love one an#1 New York Times Best- other. The five languages, seller. I was blessed to meet according to Chapman, are and talk with Dr. Chapman as follows: 1. Words of Afwhen he conducted a mar- firmation, 2. Quality time,
3. Receiving gifts, 4. Acts of service, and 5. Physical touch. We all have the capacity to express these and receive these, but each of us is drawn to one more sharply than others. I cannot overstate; we must communicate and speak all of these languages to those we care for, which is why we must cover them all. Which one is your primary love language? Stay tuned to find out. As Christians, our love for others should be an outgrowth and overflow of God’s love for us. John wrote, “We have loved because he first loved us.” 1 John 4:19 With this in mind, let
us journey together as we look at the first language, Words of affirmation. Words… a person uses his or her words to affirm other people. Thus, if this is your (or spouse’s, friend’s) primary love language, words of affirmation will be as welcome and refreshing as a cold drink of water on a hot day. King Solomon said, “The tongue has the power of life and death.” He goes on to state “an anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up.” I must emphasize; your words must be sincere and thoughtful. Empty praise or affirmation will not be welcome
nor accepted. Personally, if I genuinely compliment my wife; this is an expression of love. Furthermore, if I praise her to others when she is not even present; this is still a very powerful expression of love. In the same manner, praising God in corporate worship on Sunday is a real act of affirmation. Praising and affirming God at work and public, however, further expresses love through sincere words of affirmation. In this brief article, I hope I have at least piqued your interest to discover your primary love language and the language of your spouse, co-workers, or
children. In doing so, you will learn ways to express your love and friendship to them. Finally, I want to give you homework. Don’t worry; I will not publish results in next week’s Herald. If you wish to discover your primary love language, go to www.5lovelanguages.com. You will then find a free assessment to discover your primary love language. If you are married, both you and your spouse take the brief survey. Next week, we will discuss the second love language, Quality Time. Until then, love one another.
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Church Service Directory KINGS MOUNTAIN Advent Lutheran Church, NALC Member 230 Oak Grove Rd. 704-750-0171 Anew Beginning Baptist Church 415 Dixon School Rd. 704-473-1372 Ardent Life Church 420 Branch Street 704-739-7700
Christ The King Catholic Church 714 Stone Street 704-487-7697 Church at Kings Mountain 108 E. Mountain St. (KM Women’s Club Bldg.) 704-739-1323 Cornerstone Church Of God 202 Margrace Road 704-739-3773
Arise Church 830 E. King St.
Cornerstone Independent Baptist 107 Range Road 704-737-0477
Bethlehem Baptist Church 1017 Bethlehem Road 704-739-7487
Crowders Mountain Baptist 125 Mayberry Lane 704-739-0310
Boyce Memorial ARP Church Edgemont Drive 704-739-4917
David Baptist Church 2300 David Baptist Church Road 704-739-4555
Calvary Way Holiness Church 1017 Second Street Pastor Clifton Morgan Carson Memorial Baptist Church 262 Sparrow Springs Road 704-739-2247 Central United Methodist Church 113 S. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-2471 Cherokee St. Baptist Church 421 S. Cherokee Street 704-739-7697 Chestnut Ridge Baptist Church 618 Chestnut Ridge Road 704-739-4015 Christian Freedom Southern Baptist Church 246 Range Road 704-739-4152
Kings Mountain Baptist 101 W. Mountain St., St., Kings Mountain, NC Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 602 Canterbury Road 704-739-9939 Faith Ablaze Church 1128 S. York Road 704-739-8496
First Wesleyan Church 505 N. Piedmont Avenue 704-739-4266 Galilee United Methodist 117 Galilee Church Road 704-739-7011
Dixon Presbyterian Church 602 Dixon School Road dixonpresbyterian.com
Faith Baptist Church 1009 Linwood Road
East Gold Street Wesleyan Church 701 E. Gold Street 704-739-3215
Gloryland Missionary Baptist Church 101 Benfield Rd. 704-740-7212
Faith Holiness Church Hwy. 161/Bessemer City Rd. 704-739-1997
Gospel Assembly Church 202 S. Railroad Avenue 704-739-5351
Family Worship Center 1818 Shelby Road 704-739-7206
Good Hope Presbyterian Church 105 N. Cansler Street 704-739-1062
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
First Baptist Church 605 W. King Street 704-739-3651
Grace Fellowship 144 West Mountain Street 704-481-8888
First Church of the Nazarene 121 Countryside Road 704-734-1143 First Presbyterian Church 111 E. King Street 704-739-8072
Grace United Methodist Church 830 Church Street 704-739-6000 Harvest Baptist Church 144 Ware Road 704-734-0714 Kings Mountain Baptist Church 101 W. Mountain Street 704-739-2516 Life of Worship Ministries 405 S. Cherokee St. 704-777-2927 Kings Mtn. Dream Center 1128 York Road 704-739-8496 Tim & Angie Goates, Pastors www.kmdreamcenter.com
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GENTRY AND HADLEY EDDINGS
HEARTS FOR HOSPICE - A fundraising project for patients at Hospice at Wendover in Shelby and Testa Family Hospice House in Kings Mountain and for in-home Hospice patients is underway. Hearts for Hospice is offering hearts for one dollar for display in homes, offices, etc. The fundraiser ends Feb. 28. To order hearts call the Hospice Administration Building 704-751-3591.
Gardner-Webb to host Couple Who Understand Forgiveness African Dimensions Program Will ness even in the most unimagFeature Gentry and Hadley inable circumstances. Eddings on Feb. 7 “All of us at times need to American A couple who understands be reminded of God’s ability all too well the meaning of to bring beauty from ashes,” History both loss and forgiveness will said Dr. Tracy Jessup, vice be speaking at Gardner-Webb president of Christian Life to be University on Feb. 7 for the and Service and Senior MinDimensions program. This ister to the University. “The event will be held at 9:25 a.m. story of Gentry and Hadley celebrated in Stewart Hall of Tucker Student Center on GWU’s main campus and is free and open to the public. Gentry Eddings, who is a Charlotte-based pastor, and his wife, Hadley, lost their two children in a car accident two years ago. The driver pleaded guilty of two counts of involuntary manslaughter. Investigators said he had illegal drugs in his system at the time of the crash. In the aftermath, this couple spoke to the man and offered their forgiveness. Now, the two speak about their story, spreading a message of hope and forgive-
Eddings offers that reminder in a beautiful and powerful way.” Recently, the couple announced that they are expecting twins this summer. They continue to share their message of God’s grace. Gardner-Webb’s Dimensions program seeks to enhance the spiritual, intellectual and cultural life at the University and to promote a sense of community. More information is available by calling the GWU Office of Christian Life & Service at 704-406-4277 or visiting gardner-webb.edu.
2016 Coins for bids: ; 1980 South African Krugerrand; 1940 Jefferson nickel; 1946 Jefferson nickel; 1943 wheat back penny; 1935 Liberty $20 gold coin copy; 1946 dime, Truman front, torch back; Bicentennial Eisenhower dollar; 1849 Liberty gold copy; 1941 Walking Liberty half dollar and 1928B red seal $5 bill. Photo by Cassie Herndon Tarpley
The H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Life & Conference Center will celebrate African American History Month on Tuesday, Feb. 14, with a program, “Together We Make One World,’’ from 9:30-11 a.m. The program is open to the public. A Valentine party with bingo for entertainment is planned for senior citizens on Thursday, Feb. 9 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
‘Paint and Sip’ ’Hospice benefit
Hospice Cleveland County will benefit from a “Paint & Sip” at Owl’s Eye Vineyard & Winery, 1414 Metcalf Road, Shelby, on Thursday, Feb. 9 from 5-7:30 p.m. Dress warm and casual. Tickets are $40 and include food from Dressing on the Side catering, wine tasting, door prizes and art supplies. A local artist will take you step by step through the process of creating your own masterpiece and no art experience necessary. Purchase tickets at Hospice Cleveland County or online at www.hospicecaress.cc and on Facebook
Ed. Note- The recipes in today’s cooking column come from “The Good Neighbor Cookbook” published by the Cleveland County Chapter American Red Cross.) DINNER IN A DISH Jo Martin 6 med. potatoes sliced 4 med carrots, sliced 2 med. onions, sliced Salt and pepper to taste 1 ½ lbs. ground beef 1 can cream of chicken soup Place alternate layers of potatoes, carrots, and onions in greased 11/2-quart casserole. Press ground beef on top. Dilute soup with ½ cup water. Pour over meat and vegetables slowly. Bake covered in 350-degree oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes. CHICKEN PIE Mary W. Adams 1 whole chicken (stewed) 1 can celery soup 1 ¼ cup chicken broth 3 hard-boiled eggs Stew chicken and take from bones. Put chicken in casserole and cover chicken with sliced eggs. Mix soup and chicken broth and pour over chicken. Mix 1 cup self-rising flour, 1 stick margarine melted, and 1 cup buttermilk. Pour this batter over chicken and bake at 350 degrees for one hour. EGG NOODLES WITH TUNA FISH Janice B. Tallent
Special coins could help ‘fill the hungry’
By Cassie Herndon Tarpley Special to the Herald
SHELBY – Special coins dropped into The Salvation Army’s red kettles could boost the $129,000 Christmastime total the corps reported recently. A Krugerrand and several miscellaneous coins, along with a somewhat unusual five-dollar bill, are being offered for sealed bids. Depositing Krugerrands – 1-ounce gold pieces from South Africa first minted in
1980 - in Salvation Army kettles has become an annual tradition of one or more anonymous benefactors in several U.S. cities, starting with Chicago and occurring in Shelby from about 2000. Current gold pricing puts the coin’s face value above $1,200. The Shelby corps received several Krugerrands over the past years, but only one this year, said Shelby corps administrator Sgt. Les Ashby. “For a while it seemed we may have gotten the same ones over and over, but perhaps those donors have passed on,” he said. This year’s donor wrapped the coin with a note that read, “I hope others will be inspired to give generously,” and quoted Psalm 107:8-9:
“Give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love…for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.” For an appointment to inspect the coins, call Kiley Beaver at 704-482-0375. Appointments can be ar-
ranged Monday, Jan. 30, through Thursday, Feb. 2, starting at 9 a.m. Bids will be accepted through Monday, Feb. 6. They can be delivered to the office at 311 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, or mailed to P.O. Box 1764, Shelby, NC 28151.
1 large can tuna fish 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 soup can milk ½ tsp salt Dash pepper Bread crumbs 1 pkg. egg noodles Cook noodles as directed. Mix tuna with cream of mushroom soup, milk, and seasonings. Drain noodles and combine noodles with tuna mixture in 1 quart baking dish. Top with bread crumbs or corn flakes, crumbled. Bake in 350-degree oven for 25-35 minutes. Serves 6. DO NOTHING CAKE Margaret Gaston 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. soda ½ tsp. salt 1 large can crushed pineapple Do not drain In bowl, mix dry ingredients by hand. Add all other ingredients. Pour into greased and floured 9x13x2 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes. ICING FOR DO NOTHING CAKE
1 stick margarine 2/3 cup canned (small can) canned milk 1 cup sugar Bring above ingredients to boil in saucepan. Stir and boil 5 minute. Remove from heat and add 1 cup chopped nuts and 1 cup coconut. Pour over cake as soon as removed from oven. COFFEE ICE CREAM PIE Becky Wylie Prepare chocolate pie shell crust: ¼ cup butter 2 Tbsp. sugar 1 ¼ cup chocolate wafers, about 20, crushed Melt butter, stir in sugar and cookie crumbs. Press into buttered Pyrex pie dish. Bake 10 minutes in 350-degree oven. Cool. Fill chocolate crust with coffee ice cream. May be frozen at this stage. Before serving cover with Hershey’s chocolate syrup, whipped cream and shaved chocolate curls on top.
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■ POLICE ARRESTS JAN. 23: Cameron Lee Sarvis, 18, 426 Fulton St., felony breaking and/or entering, felony larceny after breaking and entering, and felony possession stolen goods property, $10,000 secured bond. JAN. 23: Caleb Anthony Wray, 28, Gaffney, SC, larceny, accessory before the fact of a felony, $6,000 secured bond. JAN. 23: Brittany Joann Jones, 26, 206 Morris St., child abuse, assault, domestic violence, no bond. JAN. 24: Trevor Dantoin Summers, 21, 1813 Alpine Way, assault on female, injury to personal property, $1320 secured bond. JAN. 24: Christian Wane Johnson, 19, 618 Phenix St., larceny, $225 secured bond. JAN. 25: Jessica Nicole Guess, 28, Gastonia, order for arrest, failure to comply with payment of $365 on a reckless driving charge. She was also cited for no operator’s license and no stop lamps on car. JAN. 27: Aaron Lashawn Wright, 24, Kings Town, violation domestic protection order. JAN. 27: Marquis Tramine Fewell, 36, 515-B Belvedere Circle, violation of school attendance law. JAN. 27: Robert Franklin Plemmons, 45, Kings Mountain, failure to appear, $2,000 secured bond. JAN. 27: Octravias Travon Crocker, 43, 518 Crocker Road, larceny, $1000 secured bond. JAN. 28: Eboni Joi Osteen, 30, Gastonia, driving while license revoked. JAN. 28: Chastity Nicole Sturgis, 28, 515-B Belvedere Circle, violation school attendance law. JAN. 29: Kobe Winfield Allen, 18, 407 S. Cherokee St., order for arrest, failure to appear, carrying concealed weapon, possession marijuana, $7,000 secured bond. He was also cited for
possession of drug paraphernalia as well as a metal expandable baton, underage drinking and resist, delay and obstruct officer in line of duty. JAN. 29: Susan Logan Ayers, 45, Jefferson, NC, possession of methamphetamine, f felony, possession drug paraphernalia, $20,000 secured bond. CITATIONS JAN. 23: Heather Brooke Yarborough, 25, 109 Wells St., stop sign violation. JAN. 24: Sherry Murray Jenkins, 47, Bessemer City, speeding. JAN. 24: Cody Mitchell Sykes, 18, 132 Yarbro Road, Trailer 12, no operator’s license. JAN.24: Lucas Jerome Gardner, 36, Bessemer City, fictitious tag. JAN. 24: Alandus Freeman, 25, Vale, revoked driver’s license. JAN. 24: Christopher Allen Bowers, 32, Bessemer City, expired tag. JAN. 26: Casey Brook Arthur, 35, York, SC, possession drug paraphernalia. INCIDENTS JAN. 26: High Road Auto, 512 Linwood Road, reported theft of a tan 2001 Toyota Corolla sedan valued at $3,995 and a vehicle tag valued at $25. JAN. 27: Police reported that a 1998 Ford was taken from a residence on Waco Road. The sport utility vehicle is valued at $875. The tag is valued at $25. JAN. 27: A resident of Pinehurst Drive reported a break-in and theft of 12 large China plates, a 35-mm big lens camera, 4 signed Duke posters, one Coach K 500-win t-shirt signed, one Shane Battier Sports Illustrated signed poster, 45 assorted gold and silver spoons, from Australia, New York, London, Florida, Chicago, 1996 Olympic, Biltmore House, National Football League, Hall of Fame, Washington,
DC and collection of baseball cards. JAN. 28: Bridges Hardware, 301 W. King St., reported theft of five bundles of wood from the front of the business valued at $27.45. WRECKS JAN. 20: Officer D. K. Davis said a three-vehicle crash happened on Phifer Road at Somerset Road when a 17-year-old driver operating a 2008 Honda struck a 2007 Honda operated by a 16-year-old driver and causing it to hit a 2008 Ford operated by a 17-yearold driver. Property damages were estimated at $8500. JAN. 20: Officer F. L. Wittington said that Charles William Loftin, 122 Center St., operating a 2006 Ford, and Perry Collins of Lawndale, operating a 1989 Toyota, were both taken to the hospital after a wreck on Shelby Road at Vestibule Church Road. Property damage was estimated at $5500. JAN. 20: Officer F.L. Wittington said that Melissa Martin, 101 Dean Dr., operating a 2007 Toyota, struck a 2004 Buick operated by Frank Skinner II of Shelby. The accident happened on Shelby Road as Martin was at the cross over on Shelby road to make a U-turn west on Shelby Road. Skinner was stopped to turn west on Shelby Road and the front left bumper of his vehicle was hit. Property damage was minor. JAN. 23: Officer H. W. Carpenter said that Nancy Ann Perry Beutel, 100 N. Piedmont Ave., was towing a trailer when it detached from the 2000 Ford she was operating and struck a 2007 Mitsubishi operated by Tiffany Vernon of Gastonia. Both vehicles were traveling North on NC 216. Property damage was estimated at $3100.
KINGS MOUNTAIN HISTORY From Page 4A require 16 – 17 hands for about two months.” The Southern Railway Company Overhead Bridge would remain the city’s only safe railroad crossing for nearly 20 years and is an early example of the railroad’s effort to control street level crossings. The bridge measures 18 feet, 7.5 inches wide, is 80 feet long, and has three spans. The center span, 35 feet wide, carries above the paired railroad tracks below. In 2001 the bridge was recognized as “one of the first six examples of the tee-beam bridge type in North Carolina” by Lichtenstein Consulting Engineers, Inc. The bridge is described as “a remarkably simple, intact structure that appears to survive virtually unaltered since its construction in 1919.” In 2007, the bridge was placed on the National Register of Historic Places (CL0785) by the NC Department of Transportation. Of the six bridges recognized in that report,
only 2 bridges were in their original state: the Mickley Avenue Overpass and the Southern Railway Company Overhead Bridge in Kings Mountain. However, the Mickley Avenue Overpass was replaced in 2014, leaving the bridge in Kings Mountain as the “oldest, single, and intact Southern Railway tee-beam bridge in North Carolina,” per Davyd Foard Hood, a National Register Consultant for the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office. So, our “little bridge” isn’t so little after all. It was one of the earliest tee-beam railroad bridges built locally, and is the last surviving unaltered example of tee-beam bridges constructed by Southern Railway in the State of North Carolina. Think about it. W.A. Mauney witnessed this exact bridge being built from his porch and countless citizens have watched trains pass through town while standing on this bridge. According to the Mr. Hood, the bridge is
currently owned by the City of Kings Mountain. In 2 years, it will be 100 years old. Unlike the grand homes nearby, the little bridge is diminutive: small and simple. For 98 years, she has done her job with little fanfare. I guess it is easy to overlook things that don’t require a lot of attention. Our city is inexorably connected to the railroad, as is this bridge. Our histories intertwine and neither would be the same without the other. In many ways, the “Southern Railway Company Overhead Bridge” epitomizes the community she has called her home for almost a century. If there are structural issues with the bridge resulting in those sporadic closures, perhaps we should address that and save this little “piece of Kings Mountain history” for future generations to enjoy. With her historical provenance for both engineering and railroad history, it would be a shame to see her go because we weren’t paying attention.
SENIORS: writing Valentines From Page 1A Wednesday (today) and write a personal note to local and state officials. The Patrick Senior Center, a “Senior Center of Excellence,’’ is a department of the City of Kings Mountain and
has been serving seniors in the greater Cleveland County area since 1976. It is a place for citizens age 55 and older to meet new friends, maintain active lifestyles and connect to services. Some of the Center’s programs include volun-
teering, health and wellness, activities and programs, educational seminars, social events, various classes and much more. Participating at the local senior center is free, however there are nominal fees for some activities.
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New things to learn and friends to make at Your Library There’s something for everyone at the library. If you are 2 or 72 or anywhere in between, check out the library’s calendar of programs and classes. We keep you learning for a lifetime. Here is a listing of the programs scheduled in January and February: Tuesday, January 31 Preschool Story Time 10 am Thursday, February 2 Tiny Tots Story Time 10 am Friday, February 3 Play Group 10 am Thursday, February 2 Afternoon Adventures 4 pm SubZERO Effect KidSenses Using liquid nitrogen. Shatter a ball, make an explosion, and examine the three state of matter. For ages 6-12. Registration required. Wednesday, February 1 Bring Your Own Craft Time 10-12. Get crafty with your own project, or try something new! Free program for adults and teens. Friday, February 3 Galaxy Quest Time 6-9 pm Bring your flashlights and walking shoes! This event is at the Gateway Trail - stargaze with the whole family! Telescopes provided by the CCAS. Monday, February 6 Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Time 4 pm Learn how to make dipped strawberries with Karren Walls of Sweet House Bakery!
Adults and teens—registration required. Monday, February 13 Writers Group Time 6 pm If you like to write this is the place for you! Come ready to learn, share, critique, and hone your writing skills. Free program for adults and teens. Saturdays, Feb 25; March 4, 11, 18; April 1, 8 from 10-noon Calligraphy Course with Carol Cox offered to the public at Mauney Library in partnership with Southern Arts Society Inc. Learn to do calligraphy in this free, sixweek course. Carol Cox will teach you the basics of writing in the beautiful Chancery Cursive style. Participants must bring their own Shaeffer pen with three nibs before the first session begins. Beginner friendly, adults and teens age 14 and up are welcome to participate! Registration required. To register for a program visit www.mauneylibrary.org
call the library at (704) 7392371. The location of the Mauney Memorial Library is 100 S. Piedmont Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. For the latest in library news and events, visit www. mauneylibrary.org. About: The Mauney Memorial Library is our community’s place to connect, explore, and grow. We empower lives and build our community by bringing people, information, and ideas together. The library, headquartered in Kings Mountain, serves the community throughout the area and is a year-round, integral provider of early literacy and lifelong learning resources and programming. The library also provides a full complement of computer and digital services, classes, and support to bridge the digital divide, empower job seekers, enhance community quality of life, and economic health.
Foundation ‘Bond” Gala benefits local health issues The HealthCare Foundation of Cleveland County’s annual black-tie Gala takes on a new theme for its Feb. 18 event at the LeGrand Center. Now in its second year, the event will feature a “James Bond” theme celebrating 50 years of iconic movie entertainment from Sean Connery to Daniel Craig. The annual HealthCare Foundation Gala brings together business and community leaders, benefactors, caregivers and the public to support a variety of healthcare initiatives in our local community. The 2016 Gala featured a “Great Gatsby” theme. “What’s raised here, stays here,’’ said Foundation Executive Director Dick Baker. “Our annual Gala is our signature fundraiser to support a number of programs including our Because We Care Fund assisting local cancer patients, the SafeKids Cleveland County program and our Community Health Grants to name just a few,’’ he added. This past year, the organization awarded an $11,600 Community Health Grant to the Foothills Farmers’ Market to launch an innovative nutrition program for children. Over 3,500 children ages 3-12 were reached through
the “POP club” in its first year and sales at the farmer’s market increased 15% as a result of this program. This year’s Bond Gala will feature an extensive international selection of food and a return engagement by the Extraordinaires,’’ a ninepiece NC band that includes a brass section who were a big hit at the 2016 event. A silent auction of autographed unique entertainment, movie, music memorabilia and other items has also been added this year. VIP and sponsor guests will be treated to a reception at “M16 Headquarters” prior to the doors opening, requiring a special credential to enter, with special entertainment provided. Individual tickets for the Foundation Gala are now on sale. The $100 per person ticket also includes two complimentary beverages. A VIP
RUN: attracts crowd From Page 1A Edelstein, 39, of Shelby, who crossed the finish line in 28 minutes, two seconds. Fifth place winner was Mike Darling, 36, of Granite Falls who crossed the finish line in 28 minutes, 18 seconds. John and Ashley Herndon, owners of Patriot Jacks at Canterbury and E. King Street, donated four engraved yeti cups which went to the two males and two females for best overall scores in the event.
Starr Dove, who organized and sponsored the race with Finish Well Timing, said the benefit was highly successful and the crowd was enthusiastic in cheering the runners to complete the run which began at Patriot Jacks, a tough course extending four miles. “Everyone loved Army and Navy personnel at the top of Patriots Peak,’’ said Dove. “We raised money for a great cause and everyone, whether participants or cheerleaders, had a great time,’’ Dove said.
couple’s package is available for $500 and a limited number of sponsor packages are still available. Tickets can be purchased online through the foundation’s website, www. healthcarefoundationcc.org or by calling 980-487-3028. “Our job is to be a catalyst to promote wellness and improve health in Cleveland County,’’ said Baker, adding, “The generosity of our community coming together to care for one another is what makes Cleveland County such a special place. We will only be able to continue this vital work through the continued support of our local community.” The HealthCare Foundation of Cleveland County is a 501-C) (3) non-profit organization. All gifts are fully6 tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Dickens on Dean’s List at Furman Thomas Cooke-Dickens, son of Kathryn Cooke and Vernon Dickens of Kings Mountain, is listed on the Dean’s List for the 2016 Fall semester at Furman University in Greenville, SC. The Dean’s List is composed of full-time undergraduate students who earn a grade point average of 3.4 or higher on a four-point system. Furman University is a private, undergraduate liberal arts university of 2700 students in Greenville, SC. The University recently unveiled “The Furman Advantage,’’ a strategic vision that combines a liberal arts and sciences education with immersive experiences outside the classroom.
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ON HONOR ROLL – Chance Cook holds up the certificate he received recently after excelling in the school subjects he takes every day in an online setting in his home. Chance is a kindergarten student in North Carolina Virtual Academy.
BRACKEEN FAMILY – The family of the late Shelby police officer Tim Brackeen attended Saturday’s Wounded Warrior run and were in the crowd who cheered the runners at the finish line. K-9 Officer Brackeen’s brother, Stephen, was among the overall winners in the 4-mile run. Photos by REBECCA JORDAN
Chance Cook’s bedroom doubles as a learning center for this kindergarten student at North Carolina Virtual Academy
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CHANCE: is excelling in NCVA From Page 1A medical diagnosis. Chance has a condition that caused brain lesions to form on his frontal lobe – the area of the brain that affects behavior. The lesions cause Chance to be impulsive, have a hard time regulating his emotions, is easily frustrated and cause ADHD. He needed alternative therapies to handle his emotions and he didn’t respond in a classroom setting. Katie moved Chance back to his day care where he was comfortable and had him attend the preschool it offers. Then she applied to the North Carolina Virtual Academy and was accepted after what she said was a “very simple process.’’ Each day Chance is required to complete at least six hours of work across all subjects. Some of his time is spent in online instruction sessions with his North Carolina certified teachers. The other time consists of him completing lessons online as well as in his workbooks. Chance has lessons in math, English language arts, science, history, social studies, music, PE and health. NCVA also offers periodic regional activities where the students can meet with teachers and other students who are a part of the program. Katie is hopeful that through socialization outlets that aren’t overwhelming to Chance that he can learn and grow in that regard as well. He is able to talk with his classmates online and at school events. He plays sports and enjoys going to the park. Next year he’s going to add in a gymnastics class as well.
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Zanders, Mosely, Morgan champs in SMAC wrestling
Girls roll over Crest, boys lose Kings Mountain’s girls stayed hot on the heels of SMAC co-leaders RS Central and East Burke with a 60-31 win over arch rival Crest Friday night at Parker Gym. The Mountaineers weren’t as fortunate as they were upset by the Chargers 54-50 and fell back into a tie for third place with the Draughn Wildcats. The Lady Mountaineers never trailed, leading by 12-6 after the first quarter, 32-11 at halftime and 54-24 going into the fourth period. The win improved the KM ladies to 11-2 in the SMAC and 14-5 overall going into a game last night at co-leader RS Central. Chaya Hunter had one of her best all-around games of the year with a double-double of 17 points and 12 rebounds. Hannah Clark and Leeasia Rhodes added 17 points apiece and Clark dished out five assists. Every Mountaineer player got into the game and had at least one rebound. Kings Mountain’s boys had one of their coldest shooting nights of the year against the Chargers’ tight zone defense. The Chargers held an 8-5 lead after a slow first quarter and the Mountaineers had
scored only eight points with four minutes left in the half. They got on a run late and cut the Chargers’ halftime lead to 33-21. The Mountaineers’ leading scorer Adrain Delph, who was shutout in the first period but had eight of KM’s 16 points in the second quarter, sparked a KM rally midway of the third quarter that cut the Crest lead to 44-36 going into the final eight minutes. Delph scored 11 points in that period, including backto-back threes and three straight free throws, followed by back-to-buckets by Malik Phillips and Delph’s long trey at the buzzer. The Mountaineers went to a fullcourt press with 2:36 remaining in the game and almost pulled out the victory, but they missed six of nine free throw attempts when the game was on the line. Delph’s lay-up following a steal and assist from Zeke Littlejohn brought the Mountaineers to within 51-48 with 38 seconds left. The Mountaineers were forced into a fouling situation and Crest was able to ice the game on some key free throws by Jamal Craig, Tavion Brintley and Cavious Hamilton. Hamilton led the
RJ Bishop of Kings Mountain works on a victory over Nick Deaton of Crest in heavyweight match last week at Parker Gym.
KM wrestlers top Crest for top 3A SMAC seed Kings Mountain High’s wrestlers edged country rival Crest 37-34 Tuesday at Parker Gym to win the 3A portion of the South Mountain Athletic Conference and earn the SMAC’s #1 3A seed for the upcoming state playoffs. The victory improved the Mountaineers’ record to 33-6 overall and 7-1 in the SMAC. “I thought this was the first time all year that we wrestled a complete match as a united team,” said Coach Shane Short. Kings Mountain joined the other SMAC teams Saturday at Crest for the annual
conference tournament. The Mountaineers were scheduled to begin the state dual team playoffs last night. The third and fourth rounds will be held Thursday at a site to be determined. The dual team state tournament is Saturday, Feb. 4. “We are truly having a great season and I could not be prouder of our kids,” Short said. “With only two seniors, the future is certainly bright.” KM 37, CREST 34 106 – Koby Rikard (KM) won by forfeit; 113 – Cameron Richards (Cr) won
by forfeit; 120 – Matthew Taylor (Cr) p. Gage Moore; 126 – Sean Matheson (Cr) p. Jordan Lineberger; 132 – Matt Lineberger (Cr) d. Davion Downs; 138 – Charlie Lowery (Cr) d. Thai Tuttanon; 145 – Quenten Zanders (KM) d. JT Stroupe; 152 – Reese Reinhardt (KM) d. Cole Clarey; 160 – Joe Ruffalo (KM) p. Brad Moore; 170 – Austin Mosely (KM) won by forfeit; 182 – Alec Gwyn (Cr) d. AJ Austin; 195 – Sedrick Morgan (KM) d. Brad Moore; 220 – Nathan Alewine (Cr) d. Darian McClain; Hwt. – RJ Bishop (KM) d. Nick Deaton.
Mountaineers sweep Draughn
See KM/CREST, Page 3B
Football banquet is Monday night The annual Kings Mountain High football banquet and awards presentation will be held Monday at 6 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church. Trophy presentations will begin around 6:45 p.m.
Three Kings Mountain High wrestlers won their weight division in Saturday’s South Mountain Athletic Conference championship meet at Crest High School. The Chase Trojans won the team champiMORGAN onship with 203 points. RS Central placed second at 145.5 and KMHS was third at 143.5. Crest was fourth with 115, followed by Shelby 96, East Burke 76, East Rutherford 67, Burns 50 and Draughn 16. MOSELY Kings Mountain’s champions were Quenten Zanders at 145 pounds, Austin Mosely at 170 and Chanden Morgan at 182. The Mountaineers, #1 3A seed from the SMAC, were scheduled ZANDERS to open the State Duals tournament last night. The Western Regional will be held February 10-11. Zanders won his weight division with a 10-7 decision over Jerrin Hamrick of Burns. Mosely defeated Chase Emory of Chase 3-1 for the 170-pound title, and Morgan scored on a last-second reverse to edge Jacob Jenkins at Chase. Several other KM wrestlers finished in the top four. Reese Reinhardt was second at 152 pounds and RJ Bishop was second at heavyweight. Finishing third for the Mountaineers were Thai Tuttanon at 138 pounds and Joe Ruffalo at 160.
Kings Mountain’s Chaya Hunter goes in for a lay-up in win over Crest Friday night at Parker Gym.
Kings Mountain High’s basketball teams swept Draughn in South Mountain Athletic Association action Tuesday in Valdese. Point guard Hannah Clark scored her career high 38 points to lead the KM girls to a 65-57 victory and the Mountaineers put three players in double figures to avenge an earlier loss to the Wildcats, 68-52. Clark hit six of 14 treys to top her previous high of 35 points in a single game last season. Leeasia Rhodes added nine points. Shelena Mauldin had a game-high 10 rebounds. Eboni Johnson scored 16 points, Triniti Bryant 13 and Shaedyn Housh 12 for Draughn. Kings Mountain led
14-10 after the first period, 32-27 at halftime and 50-46 going into the fourth period. Johnson’s lay-up with less than a minute to play brought the Lady Wildcats to within two points, but KM’s Ka’Myiah Pressley hit two pressure free throws to seal the win. The Mountaineers led most of the way to break a tie for third place in the nightcap. KM improved to 8-4 in the conference and Draughn fell to 7-5. KM led 20-9 after the first quarter, 34-29 at the break and 44-36 going into the fourth period. The Mountaineers placed three players in double figures, led by Adrain Delph with a game-high 19 points. See KM/DRAUGHN, Page 4B
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Kings Mountain High School spring sports schedules BASEBALL FEBRUARY 18 – 3-team scrimmage at Independence, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. 25 – 3 team scrimmage at Bessemer City, TBD 27 – North Gaston, 5 p.m. (JVs at North Gaston). (The following dates are JV/ Varsity doubleheaders, JVS at 4 p.m. and varsity at 7 p.m.) 28 – at East Rutherford MARCH 3 – Burns 7 – at Shelby 8 – South Point (5 p.m., varsity; JVS at South Point). 10 – Draughn 14 – at Crest 17 – RS Central 21 – at Chase 22 – at Forestview 28 – East Burke 31 – East Rutherford APRIL 4 – Burns 7 – Shelby 11 – at Draughn 13 – Crest 17-20 – at Shelby Easter Tournament (TBD) 25 – at RS Central 26 – at East Gaston 27 – Chase MAY 2 – Greater Cabarrus Stallions (Senior Night) 3 – at East Burke TRACK MARCH 3 – at Troy Waldrop Invitational at Polk Co. High 8 – Mountaineer Relays at KMHS, 3:45 p.m. 16 – at Stuart Cramer, 3:45 23 – at Forestview, 6 p.m. 28 – Boys Invitational at Shelby, 3:45 30 – at Ashbrook Challenge, TBD APRIL 6 – KM Pink Ladies Invitational, 3:45 12 – Cleveland County championship at KMHS, 6 p.m. 27 – SMAC championship at Draughn, 2 p.m. (Make up date May 1). MAY 13 – 3A West Regional at North Henderson, TBD 20 – 3A State championship at NC A&T, TBD SOFTBALL FEBRUARY 18 – at Freedom scrimmage, TBA 25 – Mountain Mayhem at KM YMCA, TBA 27 – Forestview (E), 5 p.m. 28 – at East Rutherford, 6 p.m. MARCH 4 – at Sun Valley vs. Sun Valley and Mount Pleasant, 12 and 2 p.m. 7 – at Shelby, 6 p.m. 10 – Draughn, 6 p.m. 14 – at Crest, 6 p.m. 15 – at Ashbrook, 6 p.m. 17 – RS Central, 6 p.m. 21 – at Chase, 6 p.m. 28 – East Burke, 6 p.m. 31 – East Rutherford, 6 p.m. APRIL 4 – at Burns, 6 p.m. 7 – Shelby, 6 p.m. 10 – Burns, 6 p.m.
11 – at Draughn, 6 p.m. 13 – Crest, 6 p.m. 18-19 – at Cherryville Tournament, TBA 25 – at RS Central, 6 p.m. 27 – Chase, 6 p.m. MAY 4 – at East Burke, 6 p.m. 5 – at Providence Day, 5:30 MEN’S TENNIS FEBRUARY 28 – Hunter Huss MARCH 6 – at Burns 9- at Polk County 14 – at Hunter Huss 17 – RS Central 22 – Polk County 23 – Gaston Christian 28 – East Burke 31 – East Rutherford April 4 – at Burns 7 – Shelby 11 – at Draughn 13 – Crest 25-26 – Conf. tournament, TBD (Regular season matches at 4 p.m.) GOLF MARCH 6 – at Crest (Riverbend) 14 – at Burns (Cleveland Country Club) 20 – at Kings Mountain CC 27 – at Crest (Riverbend) APRIL 3 – at Kings Mountain CC 10 – at Shelby (Deerbrook, all SMAC teams) 24 – at East Burke (Quaker Meadows, all SMAC teams). MAY 1 OR 2 – Western Regional Tournament, site TBD 8-9 – State championship at Southern Pines. (All matches at 2 p.m., 18 holes). WOMEN’S SOCCER FEBRUARY 21 – Fred T. Foard (scrimmage), JVs 4:30, varsity 5:30 23 – at Forestview (scrimmage, varsity only), 6 p.m. 28 – at East Rutherford, varsity only, 6 p.m. MARCH 3 – Burns, JVs 5pm, varsity 6:30 7 – at Shelby, varsity, 6 p.m. 10 – Draughn, varsity, 6 p.m. 14 – at Crest, JV 5 p.m., varsity 6:30 17 – RS Central, 5 and 6:30 21 – at Chase, varsity 6 p.m. 22 – at Hibriten, 5 and 6:30 24 – at South Point, 5 and 6:30 28 – East Burke, varsity 6 p.m. 29 – Polk Co., 5 and 6:30 31 – East Rutherford, varsity 6 p.m. APRIL 4 – at Burns, 5 and 6:30 5 – Hickory, 5 and 6:30 7 – Shelby, varsity 6 p.m. 11 – at Draughn, varsity 6 p.m. 13 – Crest, 5 and 6:30 21 – at TC Roberson, 5 and 7 25 – at RS Central, 5 and 6:30 27 – Chase, varsity only 6 p.m. (Senior Night) 28 – at Asheville, 5 and 7 p.m. 4 – at East Burke, varsity 6 p.m.
Kings Mountain’s Javella Wells (31) shoots in traffic in last week’s win over Burns at KMMS. (Photos by Gary Smart)
Patriots win over rivals Shelby and Burns Kings Mountain Middle’s boys basketball team posted big victories over county rivals Shelby and Burns last week. In a non-division game Tuesday, the Patriots edged Shelby 58-56, and in a TriCounty East Division game Thursday they defeated Burns 59-39 to take over sole possession of second place. Against Shelby, the Patriots jumped out to a 31-19 lead midway through the second period and were on top 31-23 at the half. Shelby mounted a comeback in the third quarter and cut the KM lead to 41-40. The two teams battled all through the fourth quarter with Shelby going up by a point with two minutes left. Marcus Odums made both ends of a one-and-one to put KM on top 51-50 with 1:50 remaining. Caleb Johnston sealed the win by grabbing an offensive rebound and laying it in to give the Patriots a two-point lead with 17 seconds left. KM put three players in double figures, led by Matt Toms with 14 points. He See KMMS, Page 4B
Kings Mountain’s Rashaard Brooks (25) drives in for a layup in last week’s win over Burns at KMMS.
Kobe Paysour of the Patriots fires from the outside in last week’s win over Burns.
Kings Mountain Middle’s Madison Weeks puts up a set shot in last week’s game with Burns at the KMMS gym.
Kings Mountain Middle’s cheerleaders keep the crowd in the game in last week’s Tri-County clash with Burns at KMMS.
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Kings Mountain’s Joe Ruffalo pins Brad Moore of Crest in SMAC wrestling match last week at KMHS.
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Kings Mountain’s Sedrick Morgan works on a win in SMAC match last week at Parker Gym.
Kings Mountain’s Diamond Wesley puts up a short runner in the lane in Friday’s win over Crest.
KM/CREST: Girls roll, boys lose in SMAC matchup Kings Mountain’s Essence Houser puts up a runner in Friday’s win over Crest at Parker Gym.
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tain’s only double-digit scorer with 22 points.
Chargers with 20 points, including six straight free throws in the fourth period. Brintley added 10. Delph was Kings Moun-
GIRLS GAME KM (60) – Drennan 2, Clark 17, Roberts 2, Farmer 4, Rhodes 17, Houser 1,
Hunter 17. Crest (31) – Green 2, Hosch 3, Haynes 6, Foster 1, Crosby 2, Dorsey 11, Mason 3, Bristol 3.
KM (50) – Littlejohn 9, Delph 22, Helton 7, Phillips 7, Adams 2, Paysour 3. Crest (54) – Craig 3, Hamilton 20, Guest 2, Bullard 13, Williams 4, Brintley 10, Murray 2.
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visitors 13-3 in the second quarter to go up 17-15 at the half. KM led 23-19 going into the fourth quarter. In a non-division game last week, the Lady Patriots fell to Shelby 51-32. Portee led the scoring with 10 points. Weber and Hopper had six points each and Monica Head, Wells, Mason, Robinson and Kennedy Barnes scored two apiece. Kings Mountain was scheduled to play at West Lincoln yesterday and will go to East Lincoln Thursday.
Johnston grabbed four rebounds, blocked two shots, and affected several other shots. “Paysour, Marcus Odums, Orlando Odums and Jamie Wilson played superior defense,” Cole said. The Patriots hit 17 of 31 (55 percent) from two-point land, and hit a season high eight three-pointers. Kings Mountain was 3-1 in the East Division and 4-3
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The Patriots put three players in double figures for the second straight game, with Paysour leading the way with 18 points, 10 rebounds, nine assists and five steals. Toms scored 13 points, Odums had 10 points, five rebounds and three steals; Wes Hughes five points, Tate eight points, Orlando Odums two points and three blocks, and Zeke Cannedy three points.
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KM’s Dreamah Masson is fouled as she drives the lane in last week’s game with Burns at the Patriots’ gym. (Photos by Gary Smart)
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Kings Mountain’s Orlando Odums puts up a one-hand jumper in the lane in last week’s win over Burns.
had two three-pointers and two big steals. Kobe Paysour scored 11 points, grabbed six rebounds, dished out nine assists and stole the ball three times. Caleb Johnston had his first double-double of the season with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Marcus Odums scored seven points, Wes Hughes had seven points and five rebounds, and Isaiah Tate scored seven points. Johnston and Paysour were tenacious on defense. KM shot 61 percent (22 for 36) from two-point land, and 50 percent overall. “It was the best game we’ve played all year,” noted Coach Shane Cole. On Thursday, the Patriots defeated Burns 59-39 to take over sole possession of second place in the Tri-County’s East Division. The Patriots got out of the gate quickly, outscoring the Eagles 23-11 in the first quarter. The Patriots used their unrelenting full-court press defense to increase the lead to 18 by halftime. Burns cut the difference to 14 points in the third quarter but couldn’t get any closer. It was KM’s third straight victory over Burns.
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The Tarheels take on the Knicks in YMCA youth basketball action Saturday at KMMS gym. (Photo by Mary Lynn)
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KM YMCA basketball scores Friday, January 27 9-10 Boys Golden State 16, Knicks 11 Golden State: Tucker Robinette 9, Jason McClain 4, Jarvis Carter 2. Knicks: Chance Davis 7, Aiden Carson 2, Jaden Johnson 2. Hornets 26, Cavs 15 Hornets: Devon Dorsey 11, , Aiden Taylor 11, Bradey Hughes 2. Cavs: Chris Mellon 9, Zack Scott 4, Brayden Parker 2. Tarheels 26, Pacers 19 Pacers: Chance Habel 11, Elliot Habel 4, Thomas Spicer 2, Keedon Linney 2. Tarheels: Bradley Floyd 11, Brayden Patrick 8, Rayshawn Sull 7. 11-12 Boys Bulldogs 22, Hornets 23 Bulldogs: Demari Johnson 11, Todj Hunt 5, Cole Irby 4, Cameron Rhom 2.Hornets: Trey Platt 8, Parker Robinette 7, Austin Putnam 6, John Eagle 2. Lakers 25, Kangaroos 29 Lakers: Peyton Ladd 15, Darian Lopez 6, Will Spicer 2, Ethan Washburn 2. Kangaroos: Micah Rayfield 8, Eli Osborne 8, Quan Adams 4, Jake Lloyd 4, Ethan Guy 2, Jonathan Stanton 2, Ant Saldana 1. 16-18 Boys KM 1 65, KM 3 38 KM 1: Gavin Shockley 21, Dee Hughes 17, Matt
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Hornets: 13, Golden State 29 Hornets: Aiden Taylor 8, Lyric Phonephet 5. Golden State: Tucker Robinette 12, Jason McClain 10, Jarvis Carter 4, Jaylen Elliot 3.
7-8 Boys Warriors 42, Hornets 23 Warriors: Aiden Smith 26, KJ Bell 10, Cole Mellon 4, Aiden Painter 2, Hornets: Ferdando Nunez 13, Troy Mathis 4, Carter Lewis 4, Jordan Hopper 2.
Pacers 39, Cavs 17 Pacers: Keedon Linney 14, Chance Habel 10, Thomas Spicer 9, Elliot Habel 4 , Kamarr McSwain 2. Cavs: Chris Mellon 7, Zack Scott 6, Cody Cammeron 4.
Wolverines 22, Heat 14 Wolverines: Tristan Marable 9, Christian Adams 3, Coryon Gaines 2, Mason Humphries 2, Mathew Kaiser 2, Kalvin Davidson 2. Heat: Daylin Hopper 6, Davarien Jackson 2, Jason Merritt 2, Brayden Bush 2, Camden Parker 2.
11-12 Boys Lakers 31, Hornets 11 Hornets: Caleb Broome 4, Trey Platt 4, Parker Robinette 2, Turner Brown 1. Lakers: Will Spicer 10, Peyton Ladd 7, Darian Lopez 4, Ethan Washburn 4, Zack Brooks 4, Jordan Mull 2.
7-9 Girls Lady Hornets 20, Crushers 27 Lady Hornets: Allysia Pettis 10 pts, Leah Crowell 8 pts, Ruby Osborne 2. Crushers: Taylor Smith 15, Kaydence Smith 4, Ariam Sollis 4, Sabrina Howell 2. 9-10 Boys Tarheels 32, Knicks 11 Tarheels: Brayden Patrick 15, Bradley Floyd 13, Zyquez Robbins 2, Klay Short 2. Knicks: Chance Davis 9, Cole Groves 2, Cavs: Chris Mellon 20, Zack Scott 5,
Kangaroos 33, Bulldogs 20 Kangaroos: Ant Saldana 5, Eli Osborne 4, Micah Rayfield 4, Quan Adams 4, Jonathan Stanton 4, Jake Lloyd 4, Alayna Patrick 2, Garrison Fisher 2, Ethan Guy 2, Nick Cole 2. Bulldogs: Demari Johnson 8, Todj Hunt 4, Cameron Rhom 2, Dylan Thomas 2, Jordan Driscoll 2, Cole Irby 2. 10-12 Girls Netz 30, Wofpack 19 Wolfpack: Mya Wilson 11, Karlee Nantz 8.Netz: Marlee Arnold 8, Mary Quay Moss 7, Destinee
Forester 5, Taylor Smith 4, Monica Head 3, Emma Caldwell 2, Jayden Smith 1. 13-15 Boys Supersonics 73, Hornets 48 Supersonics: Devin Gann 23, Zach Crawford 18, Mikel Stanton 9, Jordan Watts 7, Hornets: Jaden Grier 17, Freddy Lowe 8, Brandon Bullock 7, Logan Patrick 6, Dylan Platt 3, Riddick Phonephet 5, Ryan Carr 2. Spurs 38, Warriors 30 Warriors: Jeremiah Adams 11, Dontae Burries 10, Dalton Gunter 6, Zach Champion 3. Spurs: Jeremy Huskins 22, Skyler Biddix 10, Tanner Childers 4, Deron Dean 2. Mountaineers 51, Cavs 36 Cavs: Caleb Watkins 12, Jaden Fields 6, Drew Hollifield 6, Jaiden Moore 4, Nick Johnson 4, Chace Cannon 2, AJ Wylie 2. Mountaineers: Kobe Paysour 21, Eli Paysour 13, Bryce Kornegay 8, Tre Jeffries 6, Brandon Cook 3. 16-18 Boys KM 3 54, KM 2 52 KM2: Mike Toms 15, Elijah Howell 10, Cam Price 7, Nathan Lease 7, Alec Bell 6, Mike Allen 5, Tucker Carroll 2 KM3: Landry Crawford 18, Kavin Mosley 16, Tre Crocker lll 10, Jaylen Blanton 7, Joseph Glisson 3.
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KMHS wrestling team entered state dual wrestling tournament last night at home as the #4 seed in the West. (Photos by Gary Smart)
of Phifer Circle, from Residential R-20 to Residential R-10. This property may also be identified as Tax Map 4-31, Block 1, Lot 24 or Parcel 11197. A copy of the application may be obtained at the Planning Department or you may call 704-7344595 for additional information. You are welcome to attend the Planning Board Public Meeting on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 5:30 pm and the City Council Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 6:00 pm to express your opinion on the application. KMH3779 (2/01/2017)
Thai Tuttanon of KMHS grapples with Charlie Lowery of Crest in 138 pound division.
AJ Austin of Kings Mountain is taken down by Alec Gwyn of Crest in 170-pound match.
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Scenes from the 2017 Wounded Warrior Run Photos by ELLEN DEVENNY Pictured are scenes from the 2017 Wounded Warrior’s Run held this past Saturday. Over 200 runners registered for the benefit for the family of the late Shelby police officer Tim Brackeen. See more photos on page 8B
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Foust Textiles employees are getting ready for a big Open House February 10-11. Shoppers can shop from wholesale inventory of major fabric brands and accessories at wholesale prices.
A Family Business and an Open House Feb. 10 and 11 Special to The Herald
By JEREMY TRENT HOMESLEY Over the last four years, I have had the opportunity to experience a true to form family business. Foust Textiles, located on Canterbury Road, has been a wholesale distributor of fabric and craft goods in Kings Mountain, NC for the past fifty years. Working in an industry that’s mostly discussed while shaking heads and mentioning the names of foreign countries, Established in a region reluctantly releasing its last grip on any kind of large scale manufacturing in the south Foust has stuck it out, with a few other wholesalers, manufacturers, distributors and retailers, maintaining solid footholds in erosive economic conditions. Walking that ridge between family and business like it was a hiking path. And I believe that is how businesses at this level survive and even thrive during adjustment years. Remaining true to their roots. Investing in the human relationships that all business ultimately boils down to. Friendships. Conversations. Some that don’t even
end up on sales orders. Honest handshakes and smiling from across the room. There seems to be a millennial reluctance nowadays that wants to wait for these moments to happen, but by necessity, people are initially called to be social entrepreneurs. Chasing handshakes into honest conversation, the equality of eye contact and a face to go with a name. More so than sales or special offers or sweeping discounts, being needed and appreciated by the people in an industry keeps a business strong. This is why Foust has hosted an Open House event, two days when we are open
to the public, twice a year since 1964. It is easy to take for granted just how massive and diverse the inventory that fills up two large textile warehouses can be. Every individual part of a quilt bundled in rolls and bolts filling trailing rows of shelves. The batting that gives it body, broadcloth skin and needles and thread thin enough to knit it all together. Piles of precut pound goods, jellyrolls, treats, layer cakes and a thousand others things you might also think are food until you see them stacked on a shelf. I have participated in eight of these events, yet never saw
fabric for what it was until I saw it in their eyes. Groups of eager young women wearing homemade dresses, walking around mouths held open like kids in an amusement park. Stone-faced husbands offering stunted advice to talkative wives, arguing themselves into and out of almost every passing notion. People running respectable businesses by cutting up bolts of cloth on dining room tables. Stocking shelves and promoting foot traffic to storefronts handing out business cards and quilting tips. Clothes for dogs and pajamas for grandkids and suits to get married in and fleece embraces to fold up and save for later. You have never seen more amicability between potentially competing consumers. Due in part to an industry fed by passionate hobbyists, entrepreneurs and family traditions. And also due to this unique company. I have only ever heard stories about Foust Textile’s founder, John Oates Plonk Jr, but every one of them contained the word loved. He understood the social finesse required to create well-rooted, drought immune relationships with peers, and protected a familial tone Foust sustains even today.
Within the close team of employees that show up every week, the honest concern and intention of its company policies, up to the consideration given to each specific need of our customers, Foust operates like a family. Which is what makes the biannual Open House event, one week in August and February every year, so important. As diverse and often times chaotic the sheer amount of stuff filling a warehouse can be, so are the people who work with and cherish and have plans for it all. Foust just happens to be a big enough space to house it all under one roof. Opening doors to the public is something we look forward to all year. It doesn’t matter how much time we spend around fabric, we never really see it until it’s in the hands of people who love it. That’s the revolutionary focus of a family business, or at least this family business, to really appreciate all the dynamics of its product. And learn how many different ways there are to measure profit. The next Open House event is February 10th and 11th, and everyone is welcome to come experience our wholesale inventory. We
carry major fabric brands like Timeless Treasures, Elizabeth’s Studio, Springs Creative, Henry Glass, A.E. Nathan, Free Spirit and more. Also accessories such as batting, bias tape, scissors, thread, needles and many other notions. There will be free food, drinks, we have large heated warehouses full of low price, high quality fabric and craft supplies, and every item is discounted those two days! We’re open to the public 8:00am-4:00pm Friday, February 10th, and from 8:00am-2:00pm Saturday, February 11th. Foust Textiles is located at 608 Canterbury Road in Kings Mountain. Call us at 1-800-258-9816 or email office@fousttextiles. com for directions or other information about this upcoming event. It’s always a good time, and a great opportunity to make industry connections, meet other crafters and quilters, and take full advantage of a rare opportunity to access a wholesale inventory at wholesale prices. And if you can’t make it here next month, the following Open House event will take place in August, 2017. Be sure not to miss out, make your plans to come see us today!
QuickBooks Seminars in Feb. The Small Business Center at Cleveland Community College is offering a free special 4-week seminar series for entrepreneurs and business owners who would like to learn about QuickBooks. The software of choice for the small business owner, QuickBooks allows the owner/manager to account quickly and accurately for business dollars. At these seminars, you will learn how to setup a company chart of accounts, record sales,
manage expenses, receive and record payments, pay bills, manage accounts receivable and accounts payable, reconcile bank and credit card accounts, pay tax liabilities, and create financial statements. The seminars will be held at the LeGrand Center every Thursday in February, at 6 p.m. These free seminars include: February 2: An Introduction to QuickBooks Pro & Premier February 9: Beyond the Ba-
sics February 16: Reporting and Analyzing Financial Data February 23: Payroll You may register online at www.clevelandcc.edu or in person at the Small Business Center. For more information or for assistance with registration, contact Steve Padgett, Director of the Small Business Center at Cleveland Community College. Phone 704-669-4146 or email padgetts@clevelandcc.edu.
Cornhole Tournament, Feb. 3 WELLNESS SUMMIT - Billy Wease held his first OptiLife RX Wellness Summit this past weekend in Kings Mountain. Over 50 people attended the two-day event, January 28 and 29, to hear Billy present his in-depth Educational program designed to promote optimal health and wellness based on scientifically researched principles of nutrition, physical activity, and quality. supplementation. For more information please visit the website: www.OptiLifeRX.com
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How to Help Older Drivers Give Up the Car Keys Dear Savvy Senior, What tips can you recommend that can help me deal with my mom’s bad driving? At age 83, her driving abilities have declined, but I know she’s bound and determined to keep driving as long as she’s alive. Nervous Nelly
lanes? Does she react slowly, get confused easily or make poor driving decisions? Also, has your mom had any fender benders or tickets lately, or have you noticed any dents or scrapes on her vehicle? These, too, are red flags. For more assessment tips see SeniorDriverChecklist.info.
Dear Nelly, There’s no doubt that giving up driving can be a tough step for many elderly seniors, as well as a difficult conversation for concerned family members. While there’s no one way to handle this sometimes touchy topic, there are a number of tips and resources that can help you evaluate and adjust your mom’s driving, and ease her out from behind the wheel when she can no longer drive safely.
If you need help with this, consider hiring a driver rehabilitation specialist who’s trained to evaluate older drivers. This typically runs between $100 and $200. Visit AOTA.org/older-driver or ADED.net to locate a specialist in your area.
Assess Her Driving To get a clear picture of your mom’s driving abilities, your first step – if you haven’t already done so – is to take a ride with her and watch for problem areas. For example: Does she drive at inappropriate speeds, tailgate or drift between lanes? Does she have difficulty seeing, backing up or changing
Transitioning and Talking After your assessment, if you think it’s still safe for your mom to drive, see if she would be willing to take an older driver refresher course. These courses will show her how aging affects driving skills, and offers tips and adjustments to help ensure her safety. Taking a class may also earn your mom a discount on her auto insurance. To locate a class contact your local AAA (AAA.com) or AARP (AARP. org/drive, 888-227-7669). Most cours-
es cost around $20 to $30 and can be taken online or in a classroom. If, however, your assessment shows that your mom really does need to stop driving, you need to have a talk with her, but don’t overdo it. If you begin with a dramatic outburst like “mom, you’re going to kill someone!” you’re likely to trigger resistance. Start by simply expressing your concern for her safety. For more tips on how to talk to your mom about this, the Hartford Financial Services Group and MIT AgeLab offers a variety of resources at TheHartford.com/lifetime – click on “Publications” on the menu bar, then on the “We Need To Talk” guidebook. Refuses To Quit If your mom refuses to quit, you have several options. One possible solution is to suggest a visit to her doctor who can give her a medical evaluation, and if warranted, “prescribe” that she stops driving. Older people will often listen to their doctor before they will listen to their own family.
If she still refuses, contact your local Department of Motor Vehicles to see if they can help. Or, call in an attorney to discuss with your mom the potential financial and legal consequences of a crash or injury. If all else fails, you may just have to take away her keys. Alternative Transportation Once your mom stops driving she’s going to need other ways to get around, so help her create a list of names and phone numbers of family, friends and local transportation services that she can call on. To find out what transportation services are available in her area, contact the Rides in Sight (RidesInSight.org, 855-607-4337) and the Eldercare Locator (800-677-1116), which will direct you to her area agency on aging for assistance. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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