Shelby Shopper 4_9_26

Wiener Works in Kings Mountain has been hotdogging it for over 50 years

By Alan Hodge

If you took the hotdogs that Wiener Works in Kings Mountain sells in just one year and laid them end to end, they would stretch from its location at 1009 Shelby Rd. to the city of Shelby. Now, multiply that times the 52 years Wiener Works been in business and the trail would reach to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure.

Any way you measure it, that’s a lot of hot dogs and the reason for such stupendous sales is simple - good food, good service, good prices, and a hometown spirit to boot.

According to Wiener Works manager and owner Jason Jarvis, the business goes back to the mid-1970s when his father Bill and mother Debbie opened a Wiener King franchise in Kings Mountain.

“He was a district manager for McDonalds and wanted his own business,” Jason says. “But Wiener King went bankrupt and the place became Wiener Works in 1974. We are still a Wiener Works franchise but an independent one.”

Debbie passed away in 2020,

but Bill worked until he retired just three years ago at age 76.

“He worked 13-hours days,” said Jason.

Joining Jason, who started working at the restaurant at age 13, in keeping the place running these days are his brother Greg and sister Jackie.

“I’ve been here 30 years,” he says. “It’s challenging but I’ve been blessed.”

Wiener Works has an eclectic and plentiful customer base. A recent morning saw the place open at its usual 10am start time, and by 11am a steady stream of folks was coming through the doors.

“In addition to our Kings Mountain customers we have people come from as far away as Charlotte and South Carolina,” Jarvis says. “Some of them order a bunch of footlongs and take them out.”

The age range of customers is wide as well. Last Tuesday, eight-year-old Kyra Wilson and her grandmother stopped in for lunch.

“I really like eating here,”

Kayla said. “The French fries are my favorite.”

Jarvis pointed out an inter-

esting demographic fact.

“Some of our customers came here as children now they bring their own kids in.” he said.

Friday night football games at Kings Mountain High School really brings in a crowd.

“It’s one of our busiest times,” he said.

There are many factors in the Wiener Works success story - starting with the bill of fare.

A look at the menu reveals hot dogs done in a variety of fashions - including “The Works” with mustard, chili, onions, slaw and cheese, chili dogs, kraut dogs, corn dogs, burgers in a variety of configurations, bbq sandwiches, chuck wagons, ham and cheese, chicken sandwiches, fish sandwiches, fries, o rings, etc. etc. PS the wieners are high quality pork/beef blend items from Elm Hill.

What takes a lot of folks by surprise is the very reasonable prices for these eats. For instance, a Works dog is just two bucks, a basic burger just $1.85, small fries only $1.50 and small drink the same.

“We try to keep our prices low so everyone can afford it,” Jarvis said.

Wiener Works is also known for the friendly service from its staff of 15 employees.

“We have five full-time and nine part-time employees,” he said. “Most of our part-timers are student at Kings Mountain

High or Pinnacle Academy.”

Jarvis is looking forward to further Wiener Works success.

“We are trying to buy the building and property,” he says.

“We want to modernize the restaurant and pave the parking lot.”

But according to Jarvis some things will never change.

“We will always try to have fast service, good prices, and good food,” he says.

Kings Mountain Wiener works is open 10am-8pm Monday-Friday; and 10am to 4pm Saturday. Currently payment is cash only.

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A brief history of the hot dog

(From Wikipedia)

The word frankfurter comes from Frankfurt, Germany, where pork sausages similar to hot dogs originated. These sausages, Frankfurter Würstchen, were known since the 13th century and given to the people on the event of imperial coronations, starting with the coronation of Maximilian II, Holy Roman Emperor, as King. "Wiener" refers to Vienna, Austria (German: Wien), home to a sausage made of a mixture of pork and beef. Johann Georg Lahner, an 18th/19th century butcher from the Franconian city of Coburg, is said to have brought the Frankfurter Würstchen to Vienna, where he added beef to the mixture and simply called it Frankfurter. Nowadays, in German-speak-

ing countries, except Austria, hot dog sausages are called Wiener or Wiener Würstchen (Würstchen means "little sausage"), to differentiate them from the original pork-only mixture from Frankfurt. In Swiss German, it is called Wienerli, while in Austria the terms Frankfurter or Frankfurter Würstel are used. It is not definitively known

who started the practice of serving the sausage in the bun. One of the strongest claims comes from Harry M. Stevens who was a food concessionaire. The claim is that, while working at the New York Polo Grounds in 1901, he came upon the idea of using small French rolls to hold the sausages when the waxed paper they were using ran out.

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Chicken Dinner Fundraiser

By Gary Miller

I’m pretty bummed right now. Turkey season remains closed in my home area for another week. That’s two weeks later than it used to be just a few years ago. For some reason, I thought it had only been pushed back one week, and I was already looking forward to a pre-Easter turkey meal. Now it feels like I’ll be rushed just to enjoy what’s left of the season. If I had known, I would’ve headed south and gotten started earlier. I’ll remember that next year. Or maybe I’ll just take advantage of the delay and do some early fishing before the season opens. But for now, my outdoor life has been reduced to mowing grass and taking a few bike rides. And honestly… I feel cooped up. There’s no doubt in my mind I was made for something beyond my present existence. I know it because of its absence. I feel it in the pull. In the yearning that wells up inside me. It reminds me of those little sea turtles that are born up in the weeds along the beach. The moment they break through the egg, they run towards the ocean. They have never been there, never seen it, and no one shows them the way to go. And yet they go. There are a thousand illustrations like that in nature. And then there’s you and me. C.S Lewis described it this way in Mere Christianity.

“Creatures are not born with desires unless satisfaction for those desires exists. A baby feels hunger: well, there is such a thing as food.

A duckling wants to swim: well, there is such a thing as water. Men feel sexual desire: well, there is such a thing as sex. If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world.

If none of my earthly pleasures satisfy it, that does not prove that the universe is a fraud. Probably earthly pleasures were never meant to satisfy it, but only to arouse it, to suggest the real thing.

If that is so, I must take care, on the one hand, never to despise, or be unthankful for, these earthly blessings, and on the other, never to mistake them for the something else of which they are only a kind of copy, or echo, or mirage.”

Lately, I have felt these urges in far more important things than turkey hunting. I watch the news. I scroll through social media posts. I see anger, vitriol, and contempt for anything good or Godly. Or worse, I see an apathy for anything spiritual. I see a world that increasingly looks foreign to the one I know exists. And yet the one I know exists, I have never seen. But I long for it. Not because I want to leave this world. But because this world no longer feels like home. Maybe that’s because home isn’t a place. It’s a Person and a people.

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Gaston Symphonic Band joins forces with Gaston String Orchestra

The Gaston Symphonic Band (GSB) will perform with the Gaston String Orchestra on Friday, Apr. 17, from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the Gaston First Assembly of God at 777 S. Myrtle School Road in Gastonia. The concert is free and open to the public.

Expect more than 100 musicians in black tie performing traditional classical pieces evocative of spring. "These songs are more recognizable, so people who have listened to any classical music will recognize these soft, melodic pieces," said Mark

Ewing Jr., GSB conductor. For GSB president miss this concert, GSB will perform again Sat., Apr. 25, as part of the Carolinas Community Band Festival, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., in Kannapolis at the Kannapolis Performing Arts Center, 415 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. The festival will feature four symphonic community groups, as well as two small ensembles. GSB is slated to perform at 2:15 p.m. Formed in 1992, the nonprofit group strives to unite the community through free, high-quality

live music. The band also provides area students with a platform where they can grow their musical talents, learning to perform with excellence.

Musicians range from advanced-level students to local professionals on flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, saxophone, French horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba and percussion.

To find out more about the Gaston Symphonic Band, go to gastonsymphonicband.org or follow the band on FaceBook at @gastonsymphonicband.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

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29. Woman (French)

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Leader 37. Indigo bush genus 38. Burn with a hot liquid

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48. Straight line from side to side (abbr.)

50. Type of molding

51. Small, thin or twisted bunch

53. Worn by exposure to the weather

54. Mars crater

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57. Relating to the ears

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THURSDAY, APRIL 9

What: Local Author Visit

When: 10:30 am, April 9.

Where: Spangler Branch Library, 112 Piedmont Dr., Lawndale, NC.

More Info: Read the Book, Meet the Author! The Second Mrs. Hockaday by Susan Rivers. It’s 1865 and the Civil War is over. But the suffering’s just begun for a South Carolina soldier’s bride who birthed a child and buried it on the farm while her husband was in a Union prison. Placidia Hockaday may hang for the crime. Or, she could save herself, but only if she’s willing to destroy the person she loves most. Based on a true event.

SATURDAY, APRIL 11

What: Hot Dog Sale

When: 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm, April 11.

Where: Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Club, 2500 Hollis Road, Ellenboro, NC.

More Info: Cost $10.00 per person, 7 & younger eat free. Plates consist of: Hot dogs, delicious baked beans, cake and drink. All proceeds go to help those in the community. Contact: Rick at {224} 388-3552 or Cindy at (704) 692-0724 for more information or for take-outs.

SUNDAY, APRIL 12

What: Foothills Herb Society

When: 2:30 pm, April 12.

Where: Cleveland County Extension Office, 130 S.Post Rd, Shelby, NC.

More Info: Membership in The Foothills Herb Society is open to anyone interested in growing and/or using herbs. Contact Mark St. John at foothillsherbsociety@yahoo.com

The Foothills Herb Society meets the second Sunday of each month. We enter through the rear door directly into the Demonstration Kitchen....small parking lot at rear next to Food Lion parking lot. Mark St. John Contact Phone: 828-208-3145

Contact Email : mawillmd@gmail.com

What: Broad River Genealogical Society

When: 3:00 pm, April 12.

Where: Broad River Genealogical Society, 1145 County Home Rd., Shelby, NC.

More Info: The American Revolution and Southern Campaigns with Mike Baxter. Mike works with the Southern Campaigns of the American Revolution as an archaeologist and a tour guide of the Kings Mountain Military Park. He will be bringing samples from the archaeology of that period. Everyone is welcome to attend.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17

What: 7th Annual CARE Charity Golf Tournament

When: Shotgun Start at Noon, April 17.

Where: Deer Brook Golf Club, 201 Deer Brook Dr., Shelby, NC. More Info: Get ready to tee off for a cause! Join us for a day of fun, competition, and compassion at the 7th Annual CARE Charity Golf Tournament — supporting Clifford’s Army Rescue and the animals who need us most.

Tournament Details: 4-Man Teams | Captain’s Choice, Gross, Net & Women’s Flights (2nd year for our Women’s Flight!) $75 per person. Cash Prizes • Door Prizes • Raffles $10,000 Hole-in-One Challenge on #12. Silent Auction with AMAZING items. Proudly sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka — the vodka for dog people! www.titosvodka.com Register by April 16th Call 704-482-4653 to sign up or learn more.More excitement to be announced soon — but don’t wait! Spots fill fast and this event is always a hit. Swing for the rescues and help us save lives one hole at a time.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18

What: C.A.R.E.’s Annual Spring Plant Sale

When: 8:00 am until Noon, April 18.

Where: CARE Rescue, 1 Old Boiling Springs Rd, Shelby, NC. Former E.O. Studios.

More Info: There will be a large variety of plants. Vegetables, herbs, Aloe Vera, Snake Plants and more. Flowers such as Marigolds, Cosmos, Sunflowers, Dragon’s Breath, Celosia and others. Prices start at $2 and up. All proceeds benefit Clifford’s Army Rescue, an all volunteer, 501c3 non profit animal rescue.

SATURDAY, APRIL 25

What: Drop-In Plant Exchange

When: 11:00 am until 2:00 pm, April 25.

Where: Spangler Branch Library, 112 Piedmont Dr., Lawndale, NC.

More Info: Contact Susan Fulton or leave a message at 704-538-7005. Give a plant, or take a plant! Or see a short demonstration from Foothills Herbal Society! Or bring your own pots...and dig up plants!

~ANNOUNCEMENTS~

Foothills Quilt Guild: Foothills Quilters Guild invites you to join us each month on the third Thursday at the Ascension Lutheran Church, 300 N. Lafayette St., Shelby. We welcome new members young and old to learn and share in the talents and knowledge of the art of Quilting. Our doors are open at 10am for open sew day. Bring your machine and any project to work on or join in on the mystery Block of the Month or other fun activities throughout the day. Our meeting begins at 7pm with Demonstrations and Programs from area speakers followed by show and tell, door prizes and other meeting content. Call 803370-0357 for more information.

Nar-Anon Support Group: Meets 6:30 pm weekly on Tuesdays at the First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. Nar-Anon is a support group for those affected by someone else’s drug addiction. We meet in the classroom off Dale St. between Sumter & Campbell St. Park on the side of the church or in the alley. Signs are posted. Call Bill, 704-692-2092 or church office, 704-482-3467.

Al-Anon Support Groups: Al-Anon Family Support Groups support those who are affected by someone else’s drinking and drug use. No Name AFG meets on Mondays at Noon at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 510 W Sumter St., Shelby. Contact Kay at 704-473-4891. Shelby AFG meets on Thursdays at 8:00 pm at Shelby Presbyterian Church, 226 E. Graham St., Shelby. Contact Jann at 704-692-7688.

Support Group: Every Thursday, Depression and Anxiety peer support group meets at 205 S. Washington St., Shelby. 6:30 pm until 7:30 pm upstairs. Questions text Jodi at 704-4848998 or email qtbeauty76@gmail.com

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Homeowners can employ these all-natural strategies to protect their fruits and vegetables from lawn pests and critters.

• Plant gardens in raised beds. Though they’re not a fool-proof deterrent, raised beds can eliminate some garden infiltration by small critters that come up and under from the ground. A raised garden bed can deter rabbits, gophers, groundhogs, slugs, and some other crawling pests. Raised beds also are ergonomical and easily accessible.

• Prepare homemade insecticide. The environmental information site Treehugger provides information on making a homemade insecticide from vegetable oil and a mild soap. Use one cup of oil with one tablespoon of soap (such as Dr Bronner’s castile soap). Add this mixture to one quart of water in a spray bottle. This concoction can eradicate aphids, mites, thrips, and more by coating insects’ bod-

All-natural ways to protect food gardens from pests

ies and effectively suffocating them. Soap-and-water sprays or even neem oil sprays work similarly.

• Sprinkle diatomaceous earth. Diatomaceous earth, commonly known as DE, is an abrasive powder comprised of fossilized algae diatoms. It’s commonly used as a filter medium in swimming pools, but also makes an effective pesticide. The material’s abrasive and absorbent qualities draw moisture out of insects, essentially dehydrating them to death. DE can be sprinkled around the base of plants, but will need to be reapplied after rain and watering.

• Space out plants. One way to reduce insect or animal pest numbers is to ensure ample space between plants. See PROTECT, Page 13

7 characteristics of modern houses

Homes contain a variety of components that appeal to homeowners with different ideas about the perfect place to call home. That starts with the style of a home.

Buildings are classified according to share components. A Craftsman style home will have a covered porch with a set of wide base columns, while a Cape Cod home is often defined by a gabled roof and dormer windows. Modern houses, which are sometimes called contemporary homes even though the terms are not interchangeable, will have their own sets of unique characteristics. Here’s a look at seven features that make modern homes unique.

1. Minimalist approach: Contemporary and modern homes both employ an approach that leans toward minimalism, including clean design lines. Spaces are open and airy without the clutter of too many ornate architectural details. While modern homes may have some curvature to their design, contemporary ones are all about an an-

gular look.

2. Neutral color palette: Modern homes tend to utilize a neutral color palette. Modern homes may use “earthy” elements, such as wood and brick, in ways that do not look rustic. Contemporary homes rely on a color palette of black and white with shades of gray or other neutral colors.

3. Geometric shapes: Modern homes have strong horizontal and vertical elements that showcase geometric shapes in their designs. Contemporary homes often have flat roofs, while modern homes may not.

4. Large, unadorned windows: Most modern homes showcase a lot of natural light by utilizing large windows that are not covered up by heavy window treatments or elements like shutters and thick trims. Large windows are the focus of the interior and shift attention to the view outdoors.

5. Open floor concept:

A hallmark of modern interior design, the open concept floor plan removes many of the walls that tend to separate common areas of a home. This helps to foster the spread of natural light and maintains the emphasis on simplicity of design.

6. Smart elements: Thanks to the proliferation of smart technology, smart homes are cropping up with greater frequency. While smart devices can be included in any home style, they tend to feel like they were designed specifically for modern homes. In a similar vein, modern homes may include

environmentally friendly elements, such as solar panels, upcycled materials, added insulation, and energy efficient lighting.

7. Updated kitchen spaces: The clean lines and attention to technology and open space generally extends to modern kitchens. Modern kitchens tend to feature efficient, top-tier appliances with additional storage and space amenities that keep the room from feeling cluttered.

While some may consider modern homes austere, many others are right at home among their clean lines and airy spaces.

PROTECT

From Page 11

Tightly planted crops create a breeding ground for fungal diseases and also provide hiding spots and warmth for pests. Leaving room between plants can help avoid these issues, according to Gardening Channel.

• Use row covers or garden mesh. Specialized covers and meshes protect fruit and vegetables against insects and animals. Many plants can be covered all year long as long as the covers are lifted during flowering if the crops depend on pollination by bees. Veggiemesh® is a cover that can be laid over plants.

technique that involves alternating crops, herbs and flowers to confuse the pests so they have a difficult time finding what they want to eat. Alternate rows of vegetables with herbs and flowers that appeal to beneficial insects.

• Interplant crops in the garden. Interplanting is a

Keeping pesky insects and animals from damaging food gardens can involve techniques that are safe and natural.

Tips to pick the right plants for your landscape

Each year, gardening enthusiasts anxiously await the arrival of spring. Spring is a great season to plant new flowers, plants, grasses, and trees, making it a popular time of year to spend sunny days out in the yard.

Veteran gardeners may know their landscapes well and be able to pick the right plants on their own. Novices may need a little help as they look to give their landscapes a whole new look. The following are some helpful tips to help homeowners pick the right plants for their landscapes.

• Conduct a site evaluation. A colorful landscape featuring an array of plants and flowers can be eye-catching and add curb appeal to a property. However, where plants will be planted is a significant variable that must be considered before homeowners choose what to plant. The Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment at the University of Massachusetts Amherst notes that site evaluation is the first step when picking plants. A number of factors must be evaluated, including light availability; water availability; exposure to the elements, including wind and extreme temperatures; and competition from existing vegetation, among other things. Document these variables prior to picking plants. For example, take note of the area you plan to plant to see if it is full sun or partial shade, and then pick plants whose growing conditions align with those you observe.

• Look at more than looks. Aesthetic appeal might be what homeowners most desire from their landscapes, but that appeal is only achieved when the right plants are chosen for a space. If the wrong plants are chosen, they’re unlikely to thrive or they could threaten existing vegetation, thus compromising the overall appeal of the property. Native plants can often handle local weather conditions, so prioritize natives over more exotic plants whose key attribute is aesthetic appeal. If jawdropping aesthetic appeal is your top priority, speak with a

6 ways to make your garden more successful

Homeowners enjoy gardening for many different reasons. In addition to adding beauty to a property, gardens can offset grocery costs by yielding tasty produce. They also offer important habitats and food sources for both insects and animals.

local landscaping professional about which natives can provide that without compromising surrounding vegetation.

• Consider maintenance prior to planting. Maintenance is another variable gardeners must consider. Newly planted trees may require substantial watering until they’ve fully established their roots, and some homeowners may not have time for that. In addition, certain plants may require a considerable amount of pruning in order to create and maintain the look homeowners desire. Individuals must be willing to invest the time and effort necessary to maintain new plantings that require such diligence. If not, look for plants that don’t require much maintenance while keeping in mind that even low-maintenance plants still require some effort and attention.

• Consider local wildlife. If your lawn is routinely visited by local wildlife, then look for plants that won’t look like a meal to these welcome, if uninvited, guests. For example, if you routinely see deer lounging around in your backyard, look for deer-resistant plants. This is a good way to protect your investment, of both time and money, and ensure minimal wildlife traffic through your newly landscaped yard.

While growing a vegetable or flower garden can turn into a rewarding hobby, or even a passion, gardening also can be overwhelming — particularly when the results are less than stellar. Novice gardeners have scores of resources at their disposal, including the advice of gardeners who have made mistakes and learned from them. The following guidance can make home gardens that much more successful.

1. Start small.

You may have visions of an expansive garden growing rows of crops or acres of flowers. But it is smart to start small and build on what you find successful, which includes plants that thrive in your lawn and garden.

This also is beneficial if you are unsure of vegetable yields. Several blooming plants producing bushels of crops can be overwhelming, especially if you can’t get to harvesting or cooking them in a timely fashion.

2. Assess the soil.

Plants need nutrient-rich soil to encourage extensive root systems and produce strong, hardy plants, according to the gardening resource GrowVeg. Nourish soil with organic matter, such as manure, compost, shredded leaves, and natural mulch. Add this organic matter in the off-season to give it enough time to be incorporated into the ground before spring. You can have your soil tested for pH and other characteristics that make it friendly or averse to plants at a local garden center.

3. Arm yourself with knowledge.

Do you know how deeply to plant seeds and how far apart to space plants? Are you aware of the sunlight needs of certain flowers or plants? If not, read the packaging and do your research so your plants have the best chance of not only sprouting, but also surviving. Many people prefer to start seedlings indoors in late winter and then transfer those plants outdoors when they are stronger and more established.

4. Sit in your yard and observe.

Watch the way the sunlight dances over areas of your landscape. Take note of which areas get the most sun and shade. This will help you

plan what to plant and where to plant it. Vegetable gardens tend to need ample sunlight to bear pick-worthy produce. You can give plants a leg up by growing them in optimal conditions.

5. Choose hardy varieties.

Certain plants have been bred to thrive in your climate, including heat-tolerant plants for climates with sweltering summer sun. Consult with a local gardening center to figure out which plant zone you

are in and which plants will do best within that zone.

6. Use rainwater.

Rainwater contains fewer contaminants and additives than tap water, which can benefit garden plants. Collect rainwater in rain barrels and use irrigation systems to deliver it to the garden.

Home gardens can yield many gifts, from flowers to fruit. Beginners can utilize some time-tested strategies to increase their chances of planting a successful garden.

L OCAL C HURCHES E VENTS

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Saturday, April 11

What: Antique Tractor Show

When: 10:00 am until 3:00 pm, April 11.

Where: Springmore Baptist Church, 651 McBrayer Homestead Rd., Shelby, NC.

More Info: Free Admission. Hot Dog & Bake Sale, Food & Craft Vendors. Hayride 10:00 - 12:00. Tractor Ride 12:00, Tractor Games 1:00. Rain Date April 18th. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Sunday, April 12 - April 15

What: Spring Revival:

When: 6:00 pm, April 12.

Where: Rock Springs Baptist Church, 1184 Rock Springs Rd., Blacksburg, SC.

More Info: Special singing each night. Monday - Wednesday 7:00 pm. Sunday: Pastor Mitch Gulledge, Monday: Pastor David Murray, Tuesday: Pastor Jay Taylor, Wednesday: Evangelist Ethan Wise.

Sunday, April 19

What: Jonathan Lotz Leads Worship

When: 10:30 am, April 19.

Where: Lafayette Street Church, 1420 S Lafayette St., Shelby, NC.

More Info: Special guest Jonathan Lotz, grandson of Billy Graham will lead the worship service.

April Fools

Tuesday, April 21

What: TEFAP (Commodities)

When: 11:30 am until 1:30 pm, April 21.

Where: Walls Memorial Baptist Church, 2223 Elizabeth Ave., Shelby, NC.

More Info: TEFAP (Commodities) distribution is open to any neighboring county in North Carolina that does not receive TEFAP. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Announcements

Nar-Anon Support Group: Meets 6:30 pm weekly on Tuesdays at the First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. Nar-Anon is a support group for those affected by someone else’s drug addiction. We meet in the classroom of Dale St., between Sumter and Campbell St. Park on the side of the church or in the alley. Signs are posted. Call Bill, 704692-2092 or the church office, 704-482-3467.

Al-Anon Family Groups Support: Al-Anon Family Support Groups support those who are affected by someone else’s drinking and drug use. No Name AFG meets on Mondays at 12 noon at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 510 W Sumter St., Shelby. Contact Kay at 704-473-4891. Shelby AFG meets on Thursdays at 8:00 pm at Shelby Presbyterian Church, 226 E. Graham St., Shelby. Contact Jann at 704-6927688.

Support Group: Every Thursday, Depression and Anxiety Peer support group. Meets at 205 S. Washington St., Shelby, NC. From 6:30 pm until 7:30pm upstairs. Questions text Jodi at 704-484-8998 or email qtbeauty76@gmail.com. Springmore

(1st Part of “April Fools: The Danger of Spiritual Foolishness” Series)

Many of us have played April Fools’ jokes or been on the receiving end of them. We laughed, we joked, and we moved on. But this month of April, we are going deeper, beyond harmless jokes, into the serious ways the Bible describes foolishness. The Bible’s definition of a fool comes from the Hebrew word sakal, which refers to someone who acts foolishly, senselessly, or without wisdom. It is not just about being silly; it is about living without regard for truth, wisdom, or God. The greatest form of foolishness, according to Psalm 14:1 (NLT) is this: “Only fools say in their hearts, ‘There is no God.’ They are corrupt, and their actions are evil; not one of them does good!” This is not just a statement spoken aloud; it is a condition of the heart. It is a life lived as if God does not exist, does not matter, or

is not involved.

However, the apostle exposes the fallacy of believing there is no God. In Romans 1:20 (NLT), he states, “For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see his invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature. So they have no excuse for not knowing God.” Evidence of God is all around us. There are many reasons that point to the reality of God:

1. Philosophical Reasons

The very existence of life, purpose, and morality points to a Creator. Order does not come from chaos without cause.

2. Scientific Reasons

Creation reveals intentional design. The complexity of the universe, the human body, and nature all point to purpose: nothing is truly random.

3. Historical Reasons

The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ are supported by historical accounts and eyewitness testimony that continue to stand the test of time.

4. Real-Life Experiential Reasons

God is still moving today. Documented medical miracles, answered prayers, and radical life transformations are living proof that he exists and is active. To deny God is not a lack of evidence; it is a rejection of truth. This month, we will uncover the dangers of spiritual foolishness and learn how to walk in wisdom.

Let’s Pray:

“Heavenly Father, you are worthy of my praise and adoration. My desire is to know you better. I pray that you will reveal yourself more and more to me. Remove blinders of doubt and unbelief. Help me see clearly the truth of the Bible and the truth of who You are. Protect me from error and deception. In Jesus’ mighty name, I pray. Amen.”

CONNECTING TO GOD:

If you’ve never established a

personal relationship with Jesus Christ, I encourage you to open your heart to God’s love and grace today. Acknowledge your need for forgiveness and ask the Lord to cleanse you from all sin. Turn away from behaviors and attitudes that separate you from God. Surrender your life completely to Him and invite Jesus to become both your Savior and Lord. Seek out a Biblebelieving church where you can grow spiritually and serve others. Begin cultivating a meaningful relationship with God by setting aside daily time for Bible reading and prayer.

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Patricia Ann Payseur, age 72, of Bessemer City, NC, passed away on March 24, 2026. Born on January 2, 1954, in Cleveland County, Patricia was the daughter of the late Elise and Carrie Turner Kimbell.

She was also preceded in death by her brother, Luther Junior Turner.

Patricia is survived by her daughter: Cassie Branning and husband Gabriel, Shelby, NC; and brothers: Harvey Lanier and wife Martha, Shelby, NC, Troy Kimbell and wife Fran, Phoenix City, AL, and Steve Turner, Bessemer City, NC.

Funeral service was held March 28, 2026, in the Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel with Pastor Dennis Gomez officiating. Interment was at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.

Donations in Patricia's memory may be made to VIA Hospice at 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby NC 28150 or to New Life Baptist Church at 614 South 11th St., Bessemer City, NC 28016 Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

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Paul is survived by his wife, Patsy Ledford Denton; son, Chris Denton and wife, Denise of Morganton; daughter, Leigh Ann Thompson and husband, Anthony of Wendell; a grandson; two great-granddaughters; two brothers, David Denton and wife, Myrtle of Morganton and Danny Denton of Connelly Springs and son-in-law, Randy Beam of Fallston.

A private family graveside will be held at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Morganton with the Rev. Doug Price officiating. Memorials may be made to Amorem, 1721 Enon Road, Valdese, NC 28690.

Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

Friday, February 25, 2011 in Rutherford County to Nancy Osborne who resides in Rutherfordton and Ronnie Davis of Spindale.

STRICKLAND

Joyce Hendrick Strickland, 90, of Shelby, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Joyce was born on August 22, 1935, in Cleveland County, to the late Conan Doyle Hendrick and Margaret Louella Wright Hendrick.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Allen Strickland; two brothers, William "Billy" Hendrick and C.D. Hendrick, Jr. and three sisters, Marshall Ann Williams, Juanita Hoyle and Mary Alice Laughlin.

She is survived by three daughters, Sheila Pack and husband, Buddy of Fallston, Pam Mayhew and husband, Lee of Shelby and Cheryl Price and husband, Ted of Shelby; seven grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.

A funeral service was held April 1, 2025, at the StameyTysinger Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Toby Bird officiating. Burial followed at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Shelby. Memorials may be made to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Youth Department, 3932 Pleasant Grove Church Road, Shelby, NC 28150 or to Life Enrichment Center, 110 Life Enrichment Blvd. Shelby, NC 28150. Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

Murry officiating. Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service, LLC is serving the family. Memorial tributes may be made at www..rsmorganfsl.com.

92, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026. She was born May 1, 1933 in Gaston County, NC, daughter of the late Robert Ivan and Lela Elizabeth Gladden Gunnells and was preceded in death by her husband, Farchel Leggette Blanton; her son, Farchel Randy Blanton, and her four brothers.

Juanita is survived by her daughter, Leigh Ann Long and husband, Bryan; three grandchildren and her greatgrandson.

Graveside service was held April 2, 2026, at Mountain Rest Cemetery, officiated by Reverend Jason Mills with thoughts shared by Bryan Long, Kristen Hersek, and Reverend Brad Ellis.

Memorials may be made in Juanita's memory to First Baptist Church Golden Fellowship fund at 605 West Kings Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.

RONALD CECIL CROCKER JR.

Funeral services were held April 3, 2026, at Iron City Church, Blacksburg, SC, with Rev. Ashby Pruitt and Rev. Phillip Martin officiating. Memorials may be made to Faith Home, 180 Battleground Road, Cowpens, SC 29330.

Dedmon, 96, of Shelby, NC passed away on March 26, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Abb Sylvester Spangler and Mittie Warlick Spangler, sister of the late Ruth Spangler Dedmon and Sadie Spangler Wright, and the wife of the late Talmadge Carl Dedmon.

Doris is survived by her daughter, June Dedmon Yarboro and husband Ed Yarboro, son, Richard Carlson Dedmon and wife, Jan Fesperman Dedmon, and her brother, James C. Spangler and wife Carolyn; four grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held March 30, 2026, in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church in Shelby. Burial followed at Rosehill Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 120 N Lafayette Street, Shelby, NC 28150 or to the Cleveland County Abuse Council, PO Box 2589 Shelby, NC 28151. Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.

2026, at Sunset Cemetery, Shelby, NC.

Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation Center is serving the family. www. claybarnette.com

William Nelson Brooks, 84, of Shelby, NC, passed away on March 26, 2026. He was the son of the late William Everette Brooks and Mertice Bridges Brooks of Shelby, NC, and brother of the late Nancy Brooks Smith and Lorene Brooks Yelton.

Nelson is survived by his wife, Cynthia Harms Brooks, his sister, Gail Brooks Canipe, and husband Charles of Shelby, NC; daughter, Julie Brooks Barbour, and husband Chad of Sault Sainte Marie, MI; son, Brian Matthew Brooks, and wife Karen of Havertown, PA; and daughter Amy Brooks Cogdall and husband Alex of Lebanon, TN, and four grandchildren. A service was held April 4, 2026, at The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Shelby, NC. Memorials may be made to The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 502 W. Sumter Street, Shelby, NC 28150 or to Hope’s Chest Animal Rescue, 1042 Sam Lattimore Road, Shelby, NC 28152. Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.

Paul Franklin Denton, 64, of Morganton, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026. He was born July 10, 1941. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Robin Denton; a granddaughter; brother, Wayne Denton and sister, Carolyn York.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandpa.

MiKayla is survived by her parents, Nancy Osborne and Ronnie Davis; siblings, Cheyenne Cole (Cody) of Ellenboro, Jacob Davis and Isabella Taylor, both of the home; maternal grandmother and paternal grandmother.

The funeral service was held March 31, 2026, with Reverend Dylan Lewis and Mrs. Jill Roberson officiating. Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

LOVELACE WELLS

Martha Sue Lovelace Wells, 73, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026. She was born in Rutherford County, NC to the late James Boyd Lovelace and Elsie Sue Jones Lovelace. She is also predeceased by her son, Donald Eugene "Bubba" Barnett; sister, Lenora Floyd; and brothers, James Pinkney Lovelace, Kenneth Faye Lovelace and James Glen Lovelace; Martha Sue is survived by her daughter, Patsy Sue Scruggs (Brian); three grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Mary Lovelace.

Funeral Services were held March 28, 2026, at The Barn Christian Fellowship, Bostic, NC, with Pastor Neil

Ronald Cecil Crocker Jr., aka J.R., 47, of Gaffney, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026. Born in Gaffney, he was the son of the late Ronald Cecil Crocker Sr., and Dora Hembree Crocker.

Mr. Crocker is survived by his children, Ashton Tharpe (Blake), Aiden Crocker (Josie), and Tambi Mabry; a grandchild; his siblings, Roni Xan Blackwell (Rocky) and Lisa Ann Stewart (Jerry); and sisters: Kristi Deaton Patterson (Greg) and Erika Patterson (Cliff).

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.

JENNIFER ANN JONES

Jennifer Ann Jones, 77, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. She was born on September 1, 1948, in Cleveland County, She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl Jones and Patsy Anthony Jones. Jennifer is survived by her sister, Connie Sanchez, and her husband, Jose Sanchez, both of Shelby, NC.

A celebration of Life was held at graveside April 6,

For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another. But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; Titus 3:3-6

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Narcisco Nieves, 86, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. He was born on October 29, 1939, in Ponce, Puerto Rico.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Nieves; his daughter, Jacqueline Nieves; and his siblings Martha Rodriguez, Felita Sanchez, Maria Fernandez, Olga Nieves, and Luis Nieves, Joseph Nieves and Angel Nieves.

Narcisco is survived by his sons: Jeffery Nieves (Jerry Pearce) of Arizona and Francisco Nieves of Tennessee; daughters Felicia Nieves of Tennessee and Kimberly Burke of Missouri; sisters: Irma Lopez, Maggie Melecio, Iris Nieves, and Inez Habecost; and his three grandchildren.

Although no services are immediately planned, a celebration of Narcisco's life will be held at a later date.

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a sister-in-law, Kay Putnam and a brother-in-law, Michael Putnam.

Sidney was preceded in death by his father, Greene Berry Blanton; mother, Gazzie Short Blanton; wife, Brenda Jean Weaver Blanton; sister, Emily Kirby; sister, Malinda “Tilley” Jackson; and brother, Reid Joseph Blanton.

Funeral services were held March 27, 2026, at Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory. A graveside service followed at Cleveland Memorial Park, conducted by Rev. Tonya Garrison.

Memorials may be made to Via Health Partners founded as Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby NC 28150 or to Lafayette Street Church, 1420 S. Lafayette Street, Shelby NC 28152.

To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.

Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.

A funeral service was held April 4, 2026, at Laurel Hill United Methodist Church with David Shubert and Dr. Ernie Richards officiating. Burial followed at church cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Via Health Partners, Lincoln County, 900 Donita Drive, Lincolnton, NC 28092 or the Hospice of your choice.

Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

JACK STANLEY BETTIS

Jack Stanley Bettis, 76, of Lawndale passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Ronny is survived by his wife, Ethel Inez Owens Roberts, of the home; stepchildren: Frankie Whittington and wife Pam, Edward Whittington, Pastor Kevin Whittington and wife Joy, Nicole McCain and husband Don, and Austin McCain and wife Brenda; brothers: Vaughan Roberts and Ben Roberts; twelve grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

LOUISE ALEXANDER SELF

Jack was born on July 17, 1949 in Cleveland County, to the late Austell Bettis, Jr. and Frances Blanton Bettis.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Austell Bettis, III.

Jack is survived by his sister, Lynn Daves of Lawndale; foster daughter, Haley; former wife, Gail Bettis of Shelby; and sister-in-law, Brenda Bettis of Boiling Springs.

Graveside service was held Thursday, April 2, 2026, Mountain Rest Cemetery with Pastor Kevin Whittington officiating.

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.

Louise Alexander Self, 86, of David's Chapel Church Road, Lawndale, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Mrs. Self was born on January 21, 1940, in Cleveland County, to the late William Edward Alexander and Mary Ruth Alexander.

Mickey Lee Humphries, 73, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026. He was born on February 28, 1953, in Rutherford County.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Humphries; parents Horace Sr. and Jesse Humphries; and brother Horace Jr. Humphries.

A funeral service was held April 4, 2026, at Double Shoals Baptist Church, with Dr. Brian Johnson and Rev. Dale Byrd officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Double Shoals Baptist Church, 318 Old Mill Road, Shelby NC 28150.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, J.D. Alexander and Bobby Alexander and a sister, Beulah Self.

of Lawndale, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Joyce was born on November 3, 1946, in Cleveland County, NC and was a daughter of the late Henry Cash Norman and Cecil Rebecca Proctor Norman.

SIDNEY GREENE

Sidney Greene Blanton, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026. He was born June 11, 1941, in Shelby, NC.

Mr. Blanton served our country in the U.S. Army.

He is survived by his daughter Jennifer Bates and husband Richard of Ft. Mill, SC; his son, Jody Blanton and wife Suzanne of Shelby, NC; his grandson;

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her daughter, Rita "Lynn" Price, a brother, Carroll Norman and a sister Margaret Lail.

Joyce is survived by her husband, Raymond C. Price; daughter, Tammy Price Hoyle of Crouse; two grandchildren; six brothers, Don Norman, Arnold Norman, Steve Norman, Thad Norman, Rahn Norman, Russell Norman all of Vale and a sister, Jean Buff of Lawndale.

Mickey is survived by his sister Becky Rabb; his sons Tracy S. Humphries and his wife Tracy W. and Jeremy Humphries; his daughter Melissa Bridges and her husband Andy; and ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life ceremony was held April 4, 2026, at Flint Hill Baptist Church, Shelby, NC.

Clay-Barnette Funeral Home & Aquamation Center is serving the family. www. claybarnette.com

In the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried, saying, If any man thirst, let him come unto me, and drink. He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.

John 7:37-38

Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

Ronny Jewel Roberts, 79, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on March 31, 2026. He was born November 25, 1946 in Cleveland County, NC, son of the late Harry Junior and Myrtle Paige Roberts and was preceded in death by his sister.

Alice Hunt Tessnair, age 69, of Bostic, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026 at Henderson Care in Forest City.

Alice was born Thursday, October 18, 1956 in Cleveland County to the late Alva Ray Hunt and Nellie Ruth Hunt Justice.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Hunt and sister-in-law, Carolyn Hunt.

She is survived by her sons, Zachary McCombs and Shawn Hunt both of Bostic; brothers, Leroy Hunt (Bonnie) of Morganton, Dale Hunt of Cleveland County, Davy Hunt of Forest City, Harley Hunt (Pat) of Bostic, Jimmy Hunt (Donna) of Bostic, Don Hunt (Renee) of Bostic and Lonnie Hunt of Bostic; halfbrother, Wendall McCurry (Lisa) of Bostic; and several grandchildren.

A celebration of Alice’s life will be held at a later date.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

Mrs. Self is survived by her husband, Coy Leroy Self; two sons, Ricky Self and wife, Susan of Lawndale and Mark Self and wife, Lynn of Lawndale; three sisters, Della Williams of Cherryville, Brenda Houser of Fallston and Carolyn Ward of Boiling Springs; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

A funeral service was held April 2, 2026, at David's Chapel Church with Rev. James Macey and Rev. Forrestene Sain officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made to David's Chapel Church, 784 David's Chapel Ch Rd, Lawndale, NC 28090.

Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16

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To sign the guest book, please go to www.clevelandfuneralservices.com.

Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, Inc. is serving the family.

NELLIE SUE NORMAN

Nellie Sue Norman Weaver, age 85, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026. She was born in Cleveland County on May 17, 1940, to the late Roy Ladd Norman and Mary Lucille Wallace Norman.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence “LB” Weaver; sister, Lorene Norman Walker; her halfbrother, Harold Norman; and her a granddaughter.

Nellie is survived by her children: Debbie Webb (Brian), Larry Weaver, Terra Weaver Newsom, and McKayla Eaker; three grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; and her sister, Mary Norman Love (Olin).

A funeral service was held April 1, 2026, in the chapel of Cecil M Burton Funeral Home & Crematory. Burial followed at Mountain Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to Breast Cancer: https://give. bcrf.org/ Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.

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2026. He was born on September 11, 1944, in Lincoln County, North Carolina.

He is survived by his children: Lisa Henderson of Stanley, NC, Sandra Stanley of Shelby, NC, Donnie Henderson and his wife Elizabeth of Shelby, NC, Christy Lesassier and her husband Mark of Shelby, NC, and Kale Henderson of Shelby, NC; his five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

John was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Moore Henderson, father, James Henderson; mother, Maggie Beaver Henderson; as well as his brothers Bud Henderson, Archie Henderson, and Charlie Henderson, and sisters Betty Jackson, Kathy Smith, and Judy Carter.

The funeral service was held April 3, 2026, at Cleveland Funeral Services & Crematory, conducted by Rev. Donald White.

Varner, 82, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Born in Blacksburg, he was the husband of Judy Allison Varner and the son of the late Frank and Inez West Varner.

In addition to his wife, Charlie is survived by his brother, Wilburn Varner of Blacksburg; three step-children, James R. Thomas, Jr. (Vickie) of Spartanburg, Allison T. Herndon of Blacksburg, and John R. Thomas of Blacksburg; six grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by eleven brothers and two sisters.

Funeral services were held April 4, 2026, at Mt. Whitaker Baptist Church, with Rev. Michael Owen and Rev. Richard Brown officiating. Interment was in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to VIA Health Partners, PO Box 470407, Charlotte, NC 28247.

Fred Cline II, 53, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026. He was a native of Cleveland County and was born on February 5, 1973.

Survivors include his daughter, Braxton Cline; his father and stepmother, Fred and Mary Cline; mother and stepfather, Darlene and Terry Rains; sister, Kelly Mootz (Matt); and stepbrother, Dennis Lankford (Elizabeth).

The memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Bethel Baptist Church with Dr. Tim Simms officiating. The family will receive friends at the church for one hour prior to the service time.

Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.

Thelma Houck Phifer, 71, of Grover, NC, passed away on April 2, 2026. She was born May 13, 1954 in Cleveland County, NC, daughter of the late Lee and Hazel Helms Houck and was preceded in death by her brothers, Donald Ray Houck and Ed Ed Houck.

Thelma is survived by her husband: Doyt Phifer, of the home; children: Benji Foster, Joyce Ann Houser (Wayne), and Jason Hannon; siblings: Diane Voorhis, Patricia Hannon, Christine Craig (Toby) and David Houck; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Funeral service was held April 7, 2026, at Boyce Memorial ARP Church with Reverend Robert Patrick III officiating. Interment was in the family cemetery, Blacksburg, SC.

Guest Register available at www.harrisfunerals.com.

Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is serving the family.

RENAE REBEKAH PUGH GRAHAM

Renae Rebekah Pugh Graham, age 61, of Bessemer City, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026. She was born May 20, 1964, in Hennepin County, Minnesota to the late John Pugh and the late Dolores Loretta Mahalick Pugh Schrieber.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Roland Graham; sisters-in-law, April Buonamici, and Elaine Graham.

Survivors include her husband, Gregory Forrest Graham; her children, Forrest Graham (Katherine) of Greenville, NC, Bryan Graham of Cherryville, NC, Dr. Lauren Nichols (Asa) of Los Alamos, NM, and Jacob Graham of Greenville, NC; two grandchildren; brothers, Michael Pugh (Susan) of Oceanside, CA, and John Pugh (Amber) of Independence, VA; sisters, Eileen Schwartz (Glen) of Buckeye, AZ, Marylou Rodgers (Steve) of Oceanside, CA, twin sister, Lenae Stokes of Lenior, NC, and Sherri Larsen of Black River Falls, WI. All Services will be private. Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com Carpenter-Porter Funeral

and Cremation Services is serving the family.

ROBERT “BOB” BAILEY

PHYLLIS WEAVER THOMPSON

Phyllis Weaver Thompson, age 72, of Shelby, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. She was born September 17, 1953, in Gaston County.

She is survived by her daughter, Cathy Rinaldi and husband, Matthew, Sr.; three grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church with Pastor Toby Bird officiating. Condolences may be made to www.carpenterporter.com

Carpenter-Porter Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

Margaret Alice Barkley Ellis, age 94, of Shelby, NC, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Born on January 4, 1932, in Lincoln County, North Carolina, Margaret was the daughter of the late George Alexander Barkley and Felice Barker Barkley.

She was also preceded in death by her husbands, Jack Evans and Clyde Joseph “Joe” Ellis; her daughter, Trilby Evans; and her brothers, Paul Alexander Barkley, James Reeves Barkley, Sr., Samuel Louis Barkley, and Archibald Ruben Barkley.

She is survived by her many nieces and nephews.

A funeral service was held Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Central United Methodist Church, with Rev. Mark Barden officiating. Burial followed at Sunset Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Central United Methodist Church Building Fund.

Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.

“Are not five sparrows sold for two farthings, and not one of them is forgotten before God? But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows"

(Luke 12:6-7)

88, of Forest City, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Bob was born Monday, October 18, 1937 in Athens, Pennsylvania to the late Phillip Cecil Bailey and Georgianna Hicks Bailey.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of sixty-seven years, Ann P. Bailey and a brother, Phillp E. Bailey.

He is survived by his daughters, Vicky Turner (Mike) of Cocoa, FL, Robin Bailey of Forest City and Debbie Bright also of Forest City; five grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Memorial donations are requested to the Shriners Children’s Hospital, 950 W. Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605 or donate.shrinerschildrens.

org

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.

MARY JO KENNEL

Mary Jo Kennel, 89, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026. She was born and raised in Seneca Falls, New York.

Mary Jo was preceded in death by her parents, Charles A. Harris and Kathryn N. Harris.

She is survived by husband, Robert E. Kennel; her siblings, Donna Bagnall, Roger Harris, and Vicki Flock (Vic); her daughter, Debbie McMurry (Simeon) of Kings Mountain, NC; her son, Scott Kennel (Wendy) of Jacksonville, FL; and her five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

A memorial service was held April 25, 2026, in the chapel of Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project.

Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is to serving the family.

Jesus wept. John 11:35

This is my comfort in my affliction: for thy word hath quickened me.

Psalm 119:50

AMY PADGETT

Amy Padgett, age 45, of Ellenboro, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026. Amy was born Sunday, August 3, 1980 in Spartanburg County to Freda Norville Padgett who resides in Ellenboro and to the late Ronald Ray Padgett.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brother, David Brian Padgett; and her grandparents.

She is survived by her mother, Freda Padgett; and brother, Kevin Padgett of Ellenboro.

A private burial will be conducted.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

KENNETH WARREN BRIDGES

Kenneth Warren Bridges (“Ken”), 76, of Cherryville, passed away on April 2, 2026. He was born on October 26, 1949, to the late Hershel and Dorothy Bridges in Cleveland County, North Carolina.

Ken is survived by his wife, Karen Crane Bridges; his sons, Todd Bridges of England and Preston Bridges and his wife Heather of Aberdeen, North Carolina; his two grandchildren; and his sister, Hilda Hawkins.

A funeral service was held April 6, 2026 at Double Springs Baptist Church with Pastor Dale Byrd officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to Double Springs Baptist Church, 1130 Double Springs Church Rd., Shelby, NC 28150 or Life Enrichment Center of Shelby: 110 Lie Enrichment Blvd., Shelby, NC 28150

Online condolences may be shared at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is to serving the family.

When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come.

John 16:13

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TAMY LYNN SCISM

Tamy Lynn Scism, 49, of Casar Road, Casar passed away on April 2, 2026. Tamy was born on May 2, 1976 in Cleveland County, to Patsy Wilkey Scism and the late Johnny Carroll Scism.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her grandparents.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her daughter, Allura Scism of Casar; brother, Johnny C. Scism II of Casar; and sister, Teresa Sells of Knoxville, TN.

The family will have a private service at a later date. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, https://www.cancer.org.

Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

FRANCES SMART HUTCHINS

Frances Smart Hutchins, 93, of Connelly Springs, passed away on April 3, 2026. Frances was born on May 15, 1932, in Cleveland County, to the late Curtis Smart and Susie Ivey Smart.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy A. Hutchins.

Survivors include a son, TA Hutchins and wife, Marie of Connelly Springs; two daughters, Charlotte Walker and Christine Walters and husband, Glenn all of Connelly Springs; a sister, Gail Cook of Kings Mountain; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

Online condolences can be made at www.stameytysingerfuneralhome.com.

Stamey-Tysinger Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Fallston, NC is serving the family.

And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.

Revelation 21:4

PAMELA RENEE WALL

Pamela Renee Wall, age 64, of Rutherfordton, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026. Pamela was born Monday, October 2, 1961 in Rutherford County to Doris Suttle Earley who resides in Rutherfordton and the late Bratcher Martin Wall, Jr.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her children, Jason Stanley (Joanie) of Rutherfordton and Amy Stanley Mode (Brandon) of Ellenboro; sisters, Patricia Wall Karnes of Ellenboro and Shelley Wall Vallecillo (Scott) of Rutherfordton; brothers, Martin Wall (Mary) of Ellenboro and Dayton Rugg (Debbie) of Ft. Mill, SC; and four grandchildren.

A private burial was held at the Pisgah Methodist Church Cemetery.

Memorial donations are requested to Pisgah Methodist Church, c/o Marsha Baker, 3621 Pea Ridge Road, Bostic, NC 28018.

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

ANNOUNCEMENTS

YOU’VE GOTTA TRY CLECO SPICES! Available at Oliver’s Hardware (3712 Fallston Road) Hwy.18 N., Shelby; Hometown Hardware (110 S Railroad Ave.) Kings Mountain; Nature’s Generosity (1074 College Ave.) Shelby and Whimsical Workshop (104 Gidney Street) Shelby. Or visit www.clecospice. com

PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS with Scratch Pads! PRESS ROOM PRINTING. Call 704482-2243.

WE OFFER LAND HOME PACKAGES in Cleveland, Rutherford, and surrounding counties... with little to no money down with approved financing! HEATH’S HOME ZONE 703-5 King Street, Kings Mountain, NC (754) 663-9663

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

12TH TOY SHOW & COLLECTIBLES. Saturday, April 25, 2025 at Old Mooresboro School Gym, 308 Main Street, Mooresboro, NC 28114, 8:00AM-2:00PM. Admission $5, Under 10 FREE. (GRAB BAGS for KIDS UNDER 10) $15 per table. Bring your own tables. CASH ONLY! For Questions Call Keith at 828-3518822 (6pm-8pm) or David at 704-692-7702.

PAID FOR GOLD & SILVER. JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby 704-600-6996 or (980) 295-5568

UNIQUE CHURCH IN SHELBY. The Chapel of Christ. Visit our website at www. chapelofchristshelby.com (704) 538-7888 tware5@carolina.rr.com

GOLDEN DOMERS TOY AND HOBBY. Visit our NEW LOCATION .....Model Cars, Die-cast Cars & Trucks, Tractors, Hot Wheels, Construction Toys, Sports Memorabilia, Autographed Items, Hard to Find Items! See Mike & Brandon Willis. We’re located at 104 Oliver Ave. (behind El Acapulco Mexican Restaurant in Boiling Springs), Shelby 704-297-0102 or 704-297-0103

CARPORTS

1705 S. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC 704-482-7880

UNIQUE ANTIQUE STATION. Tues.-Sat. 11am-4pm. Vintage & Collectable Toys, Farm House Decor, Antiques, Hens on Nests, Jewelry, MORE. 985 US 74 Business Hwy., Ellenboro. Find us on Facebook. Due to road construction, from Shelby take exit 189/Hwy. 120. 828-382-0075.

EMPLOYMENT

GUTTER GUYS NOW HIRING! Metal Roof Installer experienced in various metal roofing applications & Gutter Installer with 3-5+ years experience looking to join a growing team. Competitive pay + benefits package. Apply today! (704) 879-4384

ONE ON ONE CARE, INC.

WE’RE HIRING! COME JOIN

OUR TEAM! 2nd shift in Residential Group Homes. Rotating schedule- 2p-11p weekdays 8a-8p every other weekend; $15.50 per hour PTO is offered to full-time employees after 90 days. Insurance is available upon hiring. We are also looking for PRN/Part-Time staff to join our team. Contact Shelley @ 704-473-9965 or come by the office at 203 Lee St in Shelby, NC (704) 472-5200 spacker@oneononecare.net

GARDENER WANTED. Seek hard worker with truck for weekly hauling, pruning, weeding, edging but not mowing, etc., at Moss Lake. We have tools. Se habla un poco de Esp. (704) 284-1447

NOW HIRING LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL TIME YEAR ROUND EMPLOYMENT. Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. Over time available. (704) 473-0341

PART-TIME CHILDREN’S MINISTRY DIRECTOR. Mount Vernon Baptist Church in Forest City, NC is seeking a part-time Children’s Ministry Director. Send resume to ejw9738@ gmail.com or mail it to 2676 Hudlow Rd., Forest City, NC 28043.

BUSINESS SERVICES

OFFERING QUALITY HANDYMAN SERVICES! All types of Handyman Services. Trim Bushes, Mulching, Pine Needles, Planting, Hauling and Much More! We also install Mini Blinds, Ceiling fans, Deck repair and Staining, Pressure washing! (704) 692-4449

CUSTOM CABINETS & WOODWORK. Over 25 years Experience. Michael Mckinstry. Custom Woodwork, Cabinets, Light Plumbing, Sheetrock, Landscaping. Veteran Owned. (203) 512-5503

ROB’S LAWN CARE. I do lawns in the Shelby Area. Reasonable Rates! Call (704) 4734660

ANY TYPE FENCE INSTALLED TODAY. We install and repair any and all types fencing. Chain link, vinyl, aluminum, wood privacy, split rail, and even agricultural fencing. Call us today for all your Fencing Solutions. Lisenby Fencing Solutions LLC. We also build decks! Call today. (704) 3187622 shane.lisenby@yahoo. com

FOR REASONABLE RATE LAWN SERVICE. Call (704) 472-4737

BUSINESS SERVICES

CLEVELAND COUNTY GARAGE DOORS. Summer Tuneup Special, $69.95. We will check all your equipment lube, make sure it’s working correctly. We repair broken doors. Also offering new installations. (704) 472-9367

HANDYMAN SERVICES. SPECIALIZING IN SMALL & MINOR HOME REPAIRS in the Kings Mountain, Shelby, Gastonia Area. NEW SERVICE: Kitchen Cabinets Refreshed. Renew your kitchen cabinets without replacing them. Save time & money. Call or text for more information. (910) 474-2374

NEED HELP??? Offering painting, debris removal, cleaning, pressure washing and more. Specials for landlords. Reasonable rates. Rutherford County area. Call Thomas 828429-9276. (828) 429-9276

SHIPMAN’S MASONRY. Small jobs: underpens, outside fireplace, patios, retaining wallsbrick, block and stone. 40 years experience. Call/text (863) 5321587

HOME REPAIRS WITHOUT THE STRESS. HANDYMAN SERVICES FOR HOME REPAIRS AND IMPROVEMENTS, INCLUDING INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR DOOR INSTALLATION, TRIM WORK, SMALL DRYWALL REPAIR, MINOR CARPENTRY, AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE. RELIABLE SERVICE WITH QUALITY WORKMANSHIP AT FAIR PRICES (704) 4662333

HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPAIR. Skid Steer, Wreckers, Rollbacks, Splitters, Tractors, etc. 30 years experience. Shelby, NC. (Joe) (704) 692-1097

MULCH HAULED AND SPREAD. Bulk or bagged (small truck loads). Call Robert at (980) 295-0750 for a fast quote to top off your gardens and beds in Cleveland County.

AUCTIONS

ABSOLUTE ESTATE AUC-

TION. Robert H Gardner (Deceased) LIVE in person ONSITE Bidding and ONLINE

Bidding Saturday, April 11, 2026 @ 10am Preview: Friday, April 10, 2026 - 10am till 5pm Location: 476 Jackson Loop Road Flat Rock, NC 28731

WWW.EJ-AUCTION.COM

Partial Listing: 2000 TYM 4x4

Cab Tractor, Aerial Lift, Cub Cadet Mowers, Welders, Cutting Torch, Hand Tools, Woodworking Tools, Table Saw, Planers, Joiners, Sanders, Nail Guns, Scrape Blade, Pallet Forks, Backhoe Attachment, and so Much More! Edward Johnson Auctioneers, Inc. NC8134, NC8496 (828) 593-9649

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

HUGE 2 FAMILY YARD SALE. Friday, April 10th & Saturday, April 11th (8am-Until). Multiple sets of fine china, Unique gifts and collectibles, one kind and hard to find items, American Pottery, Hand made American Household items, Kitchen Appliances, Furniture, Hand tools, Shop tools, Antiques, home decor’, Christmas, Holidays, and Autumn decor’ and much, much more. Something for everyone. 704-418-9842 text only. 5363 Casar Rd., Casar, NC 28020

HUGE YARD SALE. Saturday, April 11th, 2026 from 7:00AM1:00PM. Clothes, Shoes, Home Decor, Kitchen Items, Pool floats, Brand New Pools, Brand New Toys & so much more.... y’all come see us!! 325 Circleview Drive, Shelby, NC 28150

NO EARLY BIRDS. Saturday, April 11, 9am until. Men’s Clothes & Women’s Summer Dresses. Pictures, Odds & Ends. 4501 East Dixon Boulevard, Shelby, NC 28152

SPRING CLEANING YARD

SALE. Saturday, April 11th, 8am-until. Way too much to list. Something for everyone. 7012 Richmond Dr., Kings Mountain, NC 28086

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE

Saturday April 11th, 2026, from 8:00AM-until. Household items, clothing, kitchen wares, lots of Vintage items are being sold at a discount. 528 Forest Ridge Drive, Shelby, NC 28152

2 FAMILY YARD SALE. Saturday, April 11th, 8:00am-1:00pm. Lots of Good Buys. Homemade Jams, Jelly & Cakes. Cleaning out Building. 311 Stowe Acres, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

YARD SALES

CLEVELAND COUNTY

HUGE MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE. Lots of name brand clothes and shoes, lots of home decor. Friday and Saturday April 10 and 11, 2026 from 8am-Until. 113 Ocean Dr., Shelby, NC 28152

2 FAMILY YARD SALE FRIDAY. Friday, April 10th, 2026 from 8:00AM-until. Bicycles, Furniture, EZ Ups, TV, Barbie House, clothes, Camping stuff Local Honey, Florida Tomatoes. 4848 Barrett Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

YARD SALE WITH ANTIQUES/COLLECTIBLES. Dozens of vintage Avon figures, Fenton Glassware, Snowbunnies Figures, Antique Crystalware and Tea Set, Vintage Nick Nacks, Antique Curio Cabinets, Home Decorations, Dining Room Table/ Chairs AND MORE! Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 9am. No Early Sales. 1022 Hunter Valley Road, Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 477-3084 theinkman66@ gmail.com

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE. Sat, AprIl 11th, 7:30 am-Until. Clothes of all sizes, Household items, Furniture and etc. 1914 Carolyn Dr, Shelby, NC 28152

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

SATURDAY, APRIL 11; 9AM-UNTIL. Household, plussize clothing, kids clothing, toys, shoes, kitchen and Misc items, antiques. 211 Courtland Street, Spindale, NC 28160

MOVING SALE SATURDAY, APRIL 11 9am-1pm. Various household items/pictures/etc. M/W clothing (M size 2xl-3xl-W size 10-14) Too much to list. Sunshine Storage, beside Marathon Station; 1522 Bostic Sunshine Hwy., Bostic, NC 28018 FOR SALE

FIREWOOD FOR SALE. Also Fire Pit Wood, and Cooking Wood. Delivery Available. (803) 627-9408

RED OAK LUMBER. 1”X8”X12’ Dry $12 each. Also 24’ Werner fiberglass ladder $175. (980) 241-9010

DAEWOO DR 200 .223 RIFLE. GOOD CONDITION + 1000 rounds of Ammo and Seven-30 Round Clips. $2500. (980) 396-5036

FOUR CEMETERY PLOTS. Located at Cleveland Memorial Park in Shelby, NC. All four plots are next to sidewalk at the Bell Tower “Great Location”. $1200 each or all four $3500. Call (704) 466-8295

METAL DRUMS $15. 55 gallon metal drums. (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net

55 GALLON METAL DRUMS. $15 for one or 2 for $20. Shelby, NC. (704) 300-1818

BURIAL PLOTS. $1500 for two burial plots in Cleveland Me-

HUGE 3 FAMILY YARD SALE. Saturday, April 11th, 8am-2pm. Furniture, Household items, Tools, Clothes and much more. 107 Autumn Lane, Shelby, NC 28152

FOR SALE

NEW LIFT CHAIR RECLINER. for sale. $500 negotiable. Text for pictures or more information. 704-734-7754.

COLLECTIBLE BARBIES.

60 Holiday and Avon Barbies. Would like to sell as group for $1,000. Please call 803-3672995

TRAILERS, LAWNMOWER

TRAILERS, FLATBED TRAILERS, Enclosed Trailers, Horse and Cattle Trailers, Saddlery. Check our prices and quality before you buy. Bridges Riding Equipment. Boiling Springs, NC. 704434-6389, (704) 473-0867

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR SALE. Call (704) 487-6855

WHEEL HORSE 312-8 Garden Tractor. Call for details. (803) 627-6067

STEEL BUILT BUILDINGS, CARPORTS, GARAGES, BARNS or WAREHOUSES. Engineered Drawings. “If You Have Vacant Land.... This Can Be The Perfect Source For Rental Income!” One of North Carolina’s Largest Site Displays. We do grading, concrete, plumbing, etc. J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 221 S. Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

MEN’S NEW CRUISER BICYCLE $50. Kenwood stereo system, two big speakers $150. Three DVD players $30. (828) 782-7221

NEW DINING ROOM TABLE by CHROME CRAFT. $700. Retails for $1399. Walnut color, 42”x58” or 42”x76” with leaf. (828) 305-3191

WANT TO BUY

WANT TO BUY CARS & TRUCKS. Trailers, Tractors, Farm Equipment. Must have ID and proof of ownership. Callahan’s Towing. (704) 692-1006

MILITARY COLLECTOR SPECIALIZING IN War Items. WTB- US, German, Japanese & Military Guns, S&W & Colt. War Souvenirs, Flags, Blades, Bayonets, Helmets Legally Licensed (828) 980-3329

I PAY CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Up to $10 per 100ct. Must be Unused, Unexpired. I’m local and pay fast. (828) 577-4197

FARM & GARDEN

GARDEN EQUIPMENT FOR SALE. Troy Bilt 8 HP Tiller, Troy Bilt Jr. Tiller, Push Planter with plates and Push spreader. $1,600 for all. 704-616-0253.

PETS & LIVESTOCK

CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES READY NOW. I have seven adorable Chihuahua puppies ready to go. No papers or shots but they have been getting worming medicine. There are six males and one female. 5 Males: $300 each. Tiny male & female: $350. TEXT if interested (704) 8602647

CAMPERS

2011 FOREST RIVER 31’ with 3 slides. As is $1300.00. Leave message, will return call after 5pm. (828) 429-6361

2002 RV PACE ARROW 35 ft. Queen bed, washer/dryer, large shower, 2 slide-outs, 2 TV’s. Great for home and living purpose. PRICE REDUCED $28,000! (704) 473-8289

MOTORCYCLES & ATVS

FOR RENT

CLEVELAND COUNTY

LIONS SENIOR VILLAGE. Has 1 bedroom HUD subsidized apartments for low income seniors. Taking applications now. Age 62 or older. Equal Housing Opportunity. 211 North Morgan Street, Shelby, NC (704) 482-7723 (704) 482-7723 Lions@RPMMANAGED.COM

30’X60’ METAL STORAGE BUILDING. Located at 663 Mooresboro Rd, Shelby. $300 month. (704) 472-3565

HOUSE NEAR GROVER. 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath. $1100 Rent plus deposit. (704) 473-4654

STORAGE BUILDINGS

JAKE’S SILVER COINS & BARS. & GOLD COINS & BARS. “WE BUY & SELL SILVER AND GOLD! JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS LOCATED AT 1008 S. LAFAYETTE ST., SHELBY 704-600-6996 OR (980) 295-5568 1705 S. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC 704-482-7880

TRAILERS • TRAILERS • TRAILERS. Utility, Enclosed, Dump, Gooseneck, Equipment, Aluminum. Car or Tractor Haulers. “All In Stock!” Parts Department, Service Department “One Stop Shop!” J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

TROY BILT HORSE TILLER. With new motor. (704) 4736587

METAL ROOFING ! Metal

Roofing - 1 Piece or the Whole Rooftop. “We Also Can Deliver” Deliveries Every Monday & Thursdays. J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

CLEVELAND MEMORIAL PARK. Double Lawn Crypt with Bronze for 2. Value at over 10K, asking $4000. (704) 692-4894

OLD SCHOOL GAS JUGS. All SEVEN jugs for $25, ONE 2-1/2, TWO 2 gal and FOUR 1gal jugs. $25.00 (704) 3001818 kim_hopper@bellsouth. net

STORAGE BUILDINGS !!! Buy One Off The Lot OR Have One Custom Built With Your Colors & Options! Cash • Finance • Rent to Own. “No Credit Check” J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 2455895

55 GALLON METAL DRUMS. $15 Each OR $20 for Two. (704) 300-1818

CARPORTS & GARAGES. RV, Boat or Camper Covers. One of North Carolina’s Oldest Dealers! J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

WANT TO BUY

GARDEN TILLING SERVICES AVAILABLE. Tractor with 6’ rototiller. No job too big or small ! (704) 692-4079

PETS & LIVESTOCK

AKC DACHSHUND MALE

PUPPY. Black with white markings. Wormed and vet checked, 6 weeks old. (704) 473-1393 robertknox1960@gmail.com

PITBULL PUPPIES - FREE. Three male pitbull puppies approximately 12 weeks. No papers or shots but they have been dewormed. All you have to do is come pick them up! TEXT if interested (704) 860-2647

MTN FEIST PUPPIES. 6 weeks old, full blooded. 1st round of shots & wormed. (828) 429-7452

2 MALE CHIHUAHUAS, $200. Registration papers and birth certificates. 704-813-5981

6 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. $300 each. 2 females, 4 males. Mom and dad on site. 704-813-5981

4 MALE CHIWEENIE PUPPIES. 3 chocolates, 2 long hair, 2 short hair- 1 chocolate, 1 black. Eating solid food, drinking water, 8 weeks old. $350$400 each. 704-466-5790

MALTESE PUPPIES, 8 WEEKS OLD. Dual Registry, CKC & North American Pure Bred Registry. UTD, shots & worming, 2 males. $800. (704) 419-0852

CARS & TRUCKS

2013 CHEVY 2500, 2 DOOR. Long bed, black. $8000. Also 2008 Ford F-350, 4x4 extended cab, white. $8000. (704) 4877981

2009 FORD ECONOLINE COMMERCIAL CHASSIS 178,000 miles. Auto., White, Two ladder racks. $6000 obo (704) 300-1818 kim_hopper@ bellsouth.net

2000 SUZUKI INTRUDER 800. Excellent condition, 21,000 miles, new tires, brakes, battery, Corbin Exhaust, forward controls, just tuned for the season with 2 helmets. $3500. (828) 305-3191

REAL ESTATE

CLEVELAND COUNTY

BARNDOMINIUM-MODULAR-DOUBLE WIDES set up on your land with no money down! HEATH’S HOME ZONE 703-5 King Street, Kings Mountain, NC. (754) 663-9663

122 DOUBLE SHOALS ROAD, SHELBY, NC. Newly Remodeled Double Wide. Rent $1895, Deposit $1895. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. App fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

LAUREL HILL APARTMENTS LOCATED IN SHELBY NC. Is currently accepting applications for our 2 and 3 bedroom Townhomes. Rent is based on income (and even some expenses are deducted). Call or visit today! 1526 Eaves Road, Shelby, NC or call for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. (704) 487-1114

8X40 STORAGE SPACE AVAILABLE $275 per month for 8’x40’ storage space, 2 available. ALSO 8’x10’ and 8’x15’ available. Call for details (704) 482-7880 info@getabuilding.com

110 LATHAM DRIVE, KINGS MTN, NC. 6 Bedroom. Rent $1695, Deposit $1695, Application Fee $25 per adult. 704214-4180.

1705 S. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC 704-482-7880 METAL ROOFING

HORSE BARNS OR LIVE-

STOCK RUN IN SHEDS. Barns - Grading, Concrete & Electrical Work If Needed, OR Just Install in Your Pasture. “Large Onsite Display!” J Johnson Sales 2690 Hwy 221 S. Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

NEW, USED, BANK REPO’S BUILDINGS, TRAILERS & CARPORTS. (828) 245-5895

J. JOHNSON TRAILER SALES. New, Used, Bank Repo’s, Parts, Service, Sales, Finance or Rent to Own. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 245-5895

1985 CREE 5TH WHEEL

$2,000. 2005 Sebring Convertible. Nice car! $3995. Also... WANTED 100 JUNK CARS AND TRUCKS WEEKLY. We pay top dollar! (864) 251-3967

WANTED: OLD AND NEW AMMO. Reloading supplies. Call 828-245-6756 or cell # 828-289-1488.

PAID FOR CASE POCKET KNIVES. JAKE’S KNIVES & COINS located at 1008 S. Lafayette St., Shelby 704-6006996 or (980) 295-5568

WE BUY, SELL, TRADE TRAILERS. “Must Have Title”. (828) 245-5895

DOG KENNELS “ALL SIZES” IN STOCK! 7x7x4; 5x10x6; 10x10x4; 10x10x6; 10x10x6

Split Kennels for 2 Dogs, 10x20x6, ETC. Rain Tops & Dog Houses. “We Can Also Deliver and Install If Needed!” J Johnson Sales. 2690 Hwy. 221, Forest City, NC. (828) 2455895

SHIH TZU YORKIES SHORKIES TEACUP Mini. Male. Raised in our home, Vet check, 3 parvo & rabies shots, microchip, going outside, many extras, serious inquiries. Starting at $600. (864) 623-8803 thefuzzyfacequeen@gmail.com

2015 NISSAN 370Z Nismo Tech. Twin Turbo, 44K +miles, 6 speed, Automatic. Never Rain Driven, Beautiful mid Deep Red. Red & Black Interior. $27,900 Firm. (Shelby, NC). Leave phone number or text with your name. (704) 898-7645

CAMPERS

2024 EDDIE BAUER 33FK CAMPER. Spacious and comfortable camper featuring two slide-outs for extra living space. Includes a private queen bedroom and a cozy fireplace. “Perfect for relaxing on the road or extended stays.” Size: 37’ 3/4” L x 11’2” H. Has washer & dryer. Well maintained and ready to travel. Serious inquiries only. $52,000. (704) 473-7415

$6900. Will return call after 5:00 pm. (704) 300-2193

3BEDROOM 2BATH 2STORY HOME FOR SALE. $229,900. FOR SALE -IT’S LIKE YOU ARE LIVING IN A MOUNTAIN RESORT HOME - 3BEDROOM, 2BATH - FULLY REMODELED 2 STORY HOMECORNER LOT - 3 MINUTES FROM HWY 74. CREST SCHOOL DISTRICT - CENTRAL HEAT & AIR. DUKE POWER- CLEVELAND CO. WATER - NEW HVACNEW DISHWASHER- NEW PAINT, FLOORING- NEW BUTCHER BLOCK COUNTER TOP- NEW MARBLE BACKSPLASH - NEW CABINETS - NEW BATHROOM VANITY- NEW LIGHTINGOFFICE DESK WORK STATION, & SO MUCH MORE. CALL BETWEEN 9AM7PM. SHELBY, NC 28152 (704) 472-6298 BMORGAN0328@ICLOUD.COM

2346 BLACKSBURG ROAD, GROVER, NC. DOUBLE WIDE. Rent $1275, Deposit $1275, Application Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180 680 NC HWY 226 #70. Casar, NC. Cabin. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom. Rent $1175, Deposit $1175. Includes up to $125 of utilities. Application Fee $25 per adult. (704) 214-4180

1111 FALLSTON ROAD, SHELBY, NC. 4 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM. Rent $2495, Deposit $2495. Application Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

127 WIGGINS LANE, KINGS MTN. APARTMENT. 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. Rent $995, Deposit $995 Application Fee $25 per adult. 704-214-4180.

Single Size– 5 WEEKS, $55 (B&W) $70 (COLOR)

Single Size–10 WEEKS, $99 (B&W) $129 (COLOR)

Double Size–5 WEEKS, $110 (B&W) $140 (COLOR)

Double Size–10 WEEKS, $198 (B&W) $258 (COLOR)

Triple Size–5 WEEKS, $165 (B&W) $210 (COLOR)

Triple Size–10 WEEKS, $297 (B&W) $387 (COLOR)