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City of KM announces line-up for
Bantum Rooster to perform May 3, 2025.
City of KM announces line-up for "Live at Patriots Park" Concert Series

Live entertainment is BACK at Patriots Park! The City of Kings Mountain is thrilled to return live music to Downtown Kings Mountain with the 2025 "Live at Patriots Park" Concert Series presented by the Albemarle Corporation.
The series brings a talented group of entertainers to the Liberty Falls Amphitheatre, covering Beach, Rhythm and Blues, Soul, Classic Rock, and much more!
Each concert will begin at 6:00 PM. The line-up for this series includes:

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Cleveland Community College's Lineworker Academy Recognized for Excellence in Pre-Apprenticeship Training
Cleveland Community College's Lineworker Academy Recognized for Excellence in Pre-Apprenticeship Training

Cleveland Community College's (CCC) Electrical Lineworker Academy has been recognized as the 2025 Outstanding Registered Pre-Apprenticeship Program by ApprenticeshipNC. This award highlights the academy's success in preparing students for careers in the energy sector through rigorous training, strong industry partnerships, and a commitment to workforce development.

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How to appeal your county property tax appraisal
How to appeal your county property tax appraisal

Cleveland County sent out property tax revaluations in February. By state law, Cleveland County must perform a reappraisal of all real property to ensure fair and accurate property values. The reappraisal must occur at least once every eight years, and it is currently on a four-year cycle.
This will show your property's updated value based on the county's January 1 revaluation. You can appeal if you feel the value doesn't reflect your property's true market value. You can submit an appeal online, by mail, or by email.

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Kings Mountain Earth Day Celebration April 12
Join Woody the Owl for Kings Mountain Earth Day celebration on April 12.
Kings Mountain Earth Day Celebration April 12

The City of Kings Mountain, in partnership with the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail and the Albemarle Corporation, will host an Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 12th, to mark the 55th anniversary of Earth Day. Various community organizations and vendors will provide free activities.

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Kings Mountain Earth Day Celebration April 12
Join Woody the Owl for Kings Mountain Earth Day celebration on April 12.
Kings Mountain Earth Day Celebration April 12

The City of Kings Mountain, in partnership with the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail and the Albemarle Corporation, will host an Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 12th, to mark the 55th anniversary of Earth Day. Various community organizations and vendors will provide free activities.

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Kings Mountain Earth Day Celebration April 12
Join Woody the Owl for Kings Mountain Earth Day celebration on April 12.
Kings Mountain Earth Day Celebration April 12

The City of Kings Mountain, in partnership with the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail and the Albemarle Corporation, will host an Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 12th, to mark the 55th anniversary of Earth Day. Various community organizations and vendors will provide free activities.

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US Secret Service honors CCSO investigator
Digital Forensic Investigator Chrissy Weaver with K-9 Officer Coca, a 1-year-old English Springer Spaniel, being 1-of-4 in the state. Photo by CCSO
US Secret Service honors CCSO investigator

The U.S. Secret Service recently recognized and awarded Investigator Chrissy Weaver from Cleveland County Sheriff's Office as a top 100 digital forensics examiner in the United States.
"Chrissy was ranked #39 out of more than 3,800 participating examiners!! The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office is grateful to employ talented individuals like Investigator Weaver to serve and protect our citizens daily," Sheriff Norman said.

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Obituaries

Brandon Rhoshod Ross
Brandon Rhoshod Ross

Brandon Rhoshod Ross was born June 21, 1990, and said goodbye to the world on March 9, 2025.

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Carl Dennis "Smiley" Davis

Carl Dennis "Smiley" Davis left his earthly life and began his eternal life in Heaven on Monday, March 17 at Via Health Partners/Wendover Hospice House.

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Chrisley
Chrisley "Chris" Dorsey, Jr.

Cherryville - Mr. Chrisley "Chris" Dorsey, Jr., 80, passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at Atrium Health - Kings Mountain.

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Connie Louise B. Bridges
Connie Louise B. Bridges

Connie Louise B. Bridges was born on October 17, 1925, in Mooresboro, NC to the late Pinkney Edward Bridges and Annie Bell Weaver.

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Dianne Tesseneer Glover
Dianne Tesseneer Glover

Dianne Tesseneer Glover, 71, of Shelby, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at her home.

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Ellen Bolin
Ellen Bolin

Ellen Bolin, 86, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on March 17, 2025 surrounded by her family.

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Emeline MacFee Clapper
Emeline MacFee Clapper

Emeline MacFee Clapper, born on December 8, 1927 to the late W. John MacFee and Emma (McMurtry) Macfee passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025.

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Floyd William
Floyd William "Billy" King, Jr.

Floyd William "Billy" King, Jr.
May 18, 1942 - March 18, 2025

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Hailey Madison Venable
Hailey Madison Venable

Hailey Madison Venable, 31, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Charlotte, NC, after a courageous battle with Cholangiocarcinoma.

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Jane Irvin Harwell
Jane Irvin Harwell

Jane Irvin Harwell, 89, of Lawndale, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at the Wendover Hospice House.

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Jimmie
Jimmie "Jim" Grant

Mr. Jimmie "Jim" Grant, age 82 of Shelby, NC, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby.

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Joe Steven Goforth

Joe Steven Goforth, 79, a devoted father, "Granddad," and "G-Daddy," passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.

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Kenneth Dean Moffitt Jr.
Kenneth Dean Moffitt Jr.

Bessemer City - Kenneth Dean Moffitt Jr., 63, passed away on March 15, 2025 at CaroMont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia.

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Linda Wright Bailey
Linda Wright Bailey

Cherryville - Mrs. Linda Wright Bailey, 82, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at her residence.

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Margie Brackett Price
Margie Brackett Price

Margie Brackett Price, 85, left her earthly life on Tuesday, March 17, 2025.

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Marlie Dean Lail Warlick
Marlie Dean Lail Warlick

Marlie Dean Lail Warlick, 93, of Lawndale passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at her home.

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Merv Hawkins
Merv Hawkins

Merv Hawkins, age 63, of Rutherfordton, passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at Rutherford Regional Medical Center.

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Patrick Allen Byrd
Patrick Allen Byrd

Patrick Allen Byrd, 63, departed this life on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at his residence.

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Pearlie Proctor Barrett
Pearlie Proctor Barrett

Pearlie Proctor Barrett, 94, of Carpenter's Grove Church Road, Lawndale passed away on March 17, 2025 at Peak Resources in Cherryville.

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Ronald William Carroll Jr.
Ronald William Carroll Jr.

Ronald William Carroll Jr, 54, of Shelby, NC, entered his eternal rest on March 18, 2025 at his home.

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Shelby Jean Randall Hudson
Shelby Jean Randall Hudson

Cherryville - Mrs. Shelby Jean Randall Hudson, 68, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at her residence.

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Thomas Lee Greene
Thomas Lee Greene

Thomas Lee Greene, 60, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on March 12, 2025 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem, NC.

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Thomas Mills Curry, Jr.
Thomas Mills Curry, Jr.

Thomas Mills Curry, Jr., 97, of Shelby, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025, at White Oak Manor Shelby.

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Warren Shults, Jr.
Warren Shults, Jr.

Warren Shults, Jr., age 75, of Rutherfordton, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025 at his home.

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Whitney Janel Byers
Whitney Janel Byers

Whitney Janel Byers, age 37, of Spindale, NC was welcomed into the loving arms of her Savior Jesus Christ on March 14, 2025.

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Zola Christine Douglas
Zola Christine Douglas

Zola Christine Douglas, 99, formerly of Gastonia, NC, passed away on March 17, 2025 at Carolina Care Health & Rehabilitation in Cherryville, NC.

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N.C. Transportation Museum Announces Record-Breaking Economic Impact in 2024
This 60-acre site is filled with immersive exhibits & special events. Four exhibit buildings represent a rich history of different kinds of transportation including railroading, automotive, aviation, and more.
N.C. Transportation Museum Announces Record-Breaking Economic Impact in 2024

The N.C. Transportation Museum continues to provide a significant and increasing economic impact to Rowan County and North Carolina. For the year 2024 the site had a projected economic impact of $30,463,559, an all-time high. That impact is up approximately 16.9% from the previous high of $26,051,717 set in 2023.

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