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Strong Republican turnout impacts election results By Loretta Cozart Come celebrate the wonders of Christmas in downtown Kings Mountain beginning Friday, November 22. Photo by City of Kings Mountain
Christmas Tree lighting in Patriots Park November 22 By Loretta Cozart Christmas magic returns to Kings Mountain this holiday season, and we can't wait to celebrate with you! Kick off the holidays with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in Patriots Park on Friday, November 22nd, at 6:00 pm. The city’s Christmas Kings Mountain Celebration will begin Sat., Dec. 7, at 3:00 pm. Residents and visitors are invited to attend the Christmas Kings Mountain Parade, which will take place on Kings Street, from Truist Bank, across the Overhead Bridge, left on Railroad Avenue, and on to Patriots Park. After the parade, the festival occurs downtown, along Battleground Avenue, Mountain Street, Railroad Avenue, W. Gold Street, and Patriots Park. The park will turn into a real Winter Wonderland with Christmas lights, Carriage Rides, interactive characters, and SANTA. You may see a snowflake or three. Shop the all-new Artisan Holiday Market in Liberty Mountain Garden at the Joy Theatre, but
don’t stop there. Many treasures await you as you visit the downtown shops. Don't miss the chance to experience the joy of shopping and dining during the festive season. As merchants decorate their shops, they bring back the charm of a time when businesses worked hard to entice shoppers to the central business district. Shopping, dining, and events await, making this a festive time for all. Bring your children, friends, and family and take photos with loved ones against the backdrop of Katie and Grady's Christmas lights throughout the park and downtown. Then, visit the toy exhibit at Kings Mountain Historical Museum and show your children and grandchildren toys from your childhood. While downtown, immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the season and cherish this special time with one another. It is an exciting time! When the switch is flipped, Christmas in Kings Mountain officially begins.
In the first presidential election since 2020, Republicans turned out in higher numbers, significantly impacting the nation’s political scene. President Trump won the Electoral College with 301 votes over Kamala Harris’s 226. As of Friday, the popular vote was not determined. For this article, the Cleveland County election results are referenced first. Should the statewide results differ, that will be noted. In his second run for the White House, Donald J. Trump (R) received 34,451 votes over Vice President Kamala Harris (D), who received 16,463. Trump won with 67.08% of the vote in
DONALD J. TRUMP Cleveland County. Kings Mountain native Tim Moore (R) ran for US House of Representatives District 14, winning with 16,463 votes, or 68.88%, compared to Pam Genant who received 15,753 votes, or 31.12%. Mark Robinson (R) won Cleveland County in the NC Governor’s race with 28,181
votes or 56.15%. His opponent, Josh Stein (D), received 19,585 votes, 59.02%. However, statewide, Josh Stein was victorious in this race and will be North Carolina’s next governor. Hal Weatherman (R)won the Lieutenant Governor race with 31,827 votes, or 63.14%, compared to Rachel Hunt (D), who garnered 17,392 votes, or 34.50%. Dan Bishop (R) won the Attorney General’s seat with a vote of 32,244, 63.92%. Jeff Jackson (D) received 18,200 votes, or 36.08% Ted Alexander (R) kept his seat in NC Senate District 44 with 34,909 votes, or 69.63%. His opponent, Henry Herzberg (D), received 15,223 votes, or 30.37%.
Veterans Day observed in KM By Loretta Cozart It has been a long-standing tradition to honor our veterans across our nation on Veterans Day. On Monday, November 11, Kings Mountain Police Department’s Color Guard stepped off the parade on Railroad Avenue. Immediately following them was the Loch Norman Pipe Band, which has participated in KM events. People stood along the avenue, watching the parade, as Legion Riders, Veterans, and others joined in to honor those who have served, some making the supreme sacrifice for our nation. The group processed through Patriots Park, taking seats on that cool, damp fall day. Loch Norman Pipe Band
Mayor Rob Wagman and Rev. John Howze speak at the Veteran’s Day Observance on Monday. See more photos on page 3A. (Photos by Loretta Cozart) performed the prelude, followed by the Kings Mountain Police Department posting the colors. Sgt. Ric Francis, US Air Force, of
American Legion Post 155 led the Pledge of Allegiance. Miss Davidson County Sophia Kelstrom sang the National Anthem.
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Small Business Murphey’s 30th annual Saturday, Nov. 30 Toy Run Nov. 23 John and Lindsey Murphey
Murphey’s Scooter Shed Toy Run is on Saturday, November 23, in Kings Mountain. This Kings police-escorted annual Toy Run will be a car/bike ride through Kings Mountain and is sponsored and hosted by Murphey's Scooter Shed, 114 Camelot Court in Kings Mountain. Registration: 11:00 am and Kickstands up at 12:00 pm. Admission is one new, unwrapped toy and $10.00
per person. After the event, riders will settle back in the Scooter Shed for some live music, barbecue dinner, and more. This great ride makes Christmas a little better for a lot of children in the area, so come out and show your support. This ride benefits the Shriner's Burn Center, Oxford Masonic Home for Children, Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office, and King's Mountain Police Department’s Toy Drive. The rain date for this event will be Sunday, November 24th. For more information, call (704) 477-5762.
Kelly Hasting (R) won NC House of Representatives District 110 for Tim Moore’s vacated seat. Hastings received 13,138 votes, or 64.57% of the vote. His opponent, Justin (JW) Matthews, received 7,208 votes, or 35.43%. Paul Scott (R) won NC House of Representatives District 111, winning 20,756 votes, or 70.21%. Frances Rollinson Webber (D) received 8,807 votes, or 29.79%. Trump was elected as America’s 47th president, serving two separate terms, with a four-year gap between them. Grover Cleveland had a similar situation, having served in 1884 and again in 1892.
This Small Business Saturday, November 30, KM Forward is excited to bring our local shops together and encourage our community to shop locally with a little added incentive! KM Forward is sponsoring a drawing with fantastic prizes for shoppers in Kings Mountain. Here’s how it works: For every $10 spent at participating businesses, customers will receive one entry ticket into a drawing with three major prizes: • $500 gift card • $250 gift card • $100 gift card These prizes are an ex-
cellent reward for shopping locally, and KM Forward believes this will generate a lot of excitement and increase traffic for all participating businesses! Here’s how businesses can join in: • Promotions: Consider offering special discounts or bundles to encourage customers to participate. • Ticket Distribution: You simply hand out tickets at checkout. We’ll handle the drawing and promotion, so it’s easy for you! • Spread the Word: KM Forward will provide marketing materials to make it easy to promote the event and the
drawing on social media and in-store. If your business is interested in participating in this event, please email promotions@kmforwardnc. org by November 14. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase what makes your business unique and increases sales! KM Forward thanks businesses for being a part of our thriving local business community. They also thank our community for supporting local businesses! Together, let’s make this Small Business Saturday a day to remember!
Mayor Rob Wagman welcomed everyone, sharing that he comes from a long line of military service, including his father and brother. Before the Veterans Day Address by Chris Pullen, Michael Hayes sang God Bless America and concluded with Graceland. Mayor Rob Wagman recognized all military branches, followed by the Retrieval of Colors. Mayor Wagman and Chris Pullen carried the wreath to the Veterans Memorial in Patriots Park. The event was concluded by the Loch Norman Pipe Band playing Flowers of the Forest and Postlude. The City of Kings Mountain gave special thanks to Harris Funeral Home and Flowers by the Falls.
I-26 Reopens, I-40 remains closed as storm road repairs continue By Loretta Cozart Cleveland County residents traveling to Tennessee can now use Interstate 26 again, as transportation officials have completed a temporary causeway replacing sections destroyed by Hurricane Helene in September. The reopening relieves regional travelers, though the devastating storm's impact affects North Carolina communities. The hurricane claimed 101 lives in North Carolina alone, with a total death toll reaching 230 across seven states. See ROAD, Page 2A
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