Showing 23 articles from
May 24, 2012.
Latest News
Kevin Carver
One county club is vying for it’s sixth 2A title, while another is fighting to claim its’ first ever title in school history.
Three years ago, a girls soccer team full of freshman and sophomores made it to the scene of Rutherford County athletics and a great impression as well at Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy. The first time I watched them play, I knew back then that this was a team which could threaten for championship. Those ladies will get that chance to play for a 1A state title this weekend in Raleigh and gives TJCA the opportunity to earn its first ever state title in any sport.
As the music plays, a winning corn hole score brings on a big cheer.
You might say that the recent tornado in Rutherford County has had its’ benefit. Because of this terror of nature, “Twistfest” - a new event to help raise money for anyone affected within the community - was conceived and held it’s first benefit concert on Saturday, May 12th. It was held at the Golden Valley Music Park in Bostic. The setting was great and on the stage, six bands entertained those that took the time to enjoy the afternoon and evening and came out to support this new organization.
“Twistfest is a great idea! It is a preventative maintenance program that stands ready not only to raise funds, but also to assist anyone harmed by a natural disaster. This event should grow and get bigger every year and definitely deserves the support of the community.
Slideshow
The Forest City Owls are currently seeking Host Families for the 2012 season
Memorial Day Means Gardening for Many
Offers Family Fun, Picnics and Free Tower Climbs Memorial Day Weekend
Volunteers Help Bring Awareness To Cancer Screening Tests
Owls Introduce Summer Camps
Reminds Producers of Approaching Sign-Up Deadline
150 years of USDA still benefitting Rutherford County citizens!
Opinion
What’s your passion?
We all have a passion for something, that is, we care deeply about something in life and we could give a lot of our time and energy, attention and money to that cause. I coach lots of people searching for their passion.
I’ve discovered that maybe you think of passion just as something you can get excited about, something that you have be all revved up about, when that’s not necessarily so. Sure, you want to be enthusiastic about life in general and your passion specifically, but true passion is something a little different.
Obituaries
Billy Oscar Goode, 79, of Mooresboro, passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2012.
Brenda Faye Peppers, 71, of Caroleen passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2012.
David “Nut” Thompson, age 52, of Forest City, NC, passed away Friday, May 18, 2012.
Ernest “Bill” Hinson Williams, 80, of Chimney Rock, passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2012.
Ina Jones McCraw, 97, of Derwood Circle, Greenville, formerly of Duke Power Rd., Mooresboro, passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2012.
Larry Smith, age 60, of Forest City, NC, passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2012.
Richard O’Brien, 78, passed away May 18, 2012.
Ronald Ray Padgett, age 62, of Monroe, NC, passed away Saturday, May 19, 2012.
Stephanie Faye Shelton, age 34, of Mooresboro, NC, passed away Monday, May 14, 2012.
Vander Jolley McCraw, 89, of Forest City, passed away on Saturday, May 19, 2012.
Sports
Gary Miller
Fish like structure. Anyone who has been fishing long enough realizes this. That structure can be buried far from the bank or it can be in the shallow water, in full view for every fisherman to see. It comes in the form of trees, bushes, rocks, or just a different type of terrain. But it holds fish. No matter what bait a person wants to throw, he’ll always find himself tossing it into one of these areas. Sometimes the fish hold tight to these places. In these times it takes pin point casting accuracy. You can’t just throw it close. It has to be deep within the tree or bush. Other times the fish seem to linger out a little farther. It’s almost always easier to catch more fish when this happens. And it doesn’t take a brain surgeon to figure out why.
Church News
Concord Baptist Church, Bostic
In Concert: The Blackwood Brothers Quartet with special guest The Hammontrees, Ken Turner & Valor III on Fri. May 25, 7pm. Hot dog supper, 4:30pm.
West Point Baptist Church, Rutherfordton
Jamaica 5K Race at 8am and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk at 8:30am on Sat. May 26. For advance registration form, visit: www.westpointbaptist.org, click on Jamaica 5K link. Proceeds toward Jamaica Mission trip. 828-817-9789.
Jesus Way Christian Ministries, Spindale
Camp Meeting 2012 “Old Fashion Revival Time” May 21-27. Host: Pastor Helen Adams. Two services daily. Prayer daily, 12:30pm & 6:30pm. Service Sat. & Sun. May 26-27, 10am.
Community News
Stainless Ministries
Food Distribution every Monday from 9am-1pm at the Old Dunbar Community Center.
I Love Rutherford Co. Clean
Jesus Ministry of Rutherford County invites you to its Grand Opening Campaign Sat. May 26, 8am. We will be cleaning different streets in the areas of Forest City, Rutherfordton & Spindale. 1370 W. Main St. Forest City. Info: 828-289-3760.
Farmers Market-Columbus, NC
Now Open! 8am-12pm at the Courthouse Square. Veggies, Breads, Meat & Eggs, Crafts. Keep It Local!
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