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The first family of Christmas might not live at the North Pole after all. Instead, they might reside right here in Rutherford County.

The Town of Rutherfordton is on its way to having a trail system that will provide opportunities for residents to get outdoors, and to potentially boost economic development.

So, if they campaign hasn't started, let's go ahead and make it official.

If Cam Newton isn't the MVP, I don't know who else it could be? Finally, Coach Jimmy Johnson saw the light on FOX NFL Sunday. Newton continues to lead an offense that doesn't give enough credit.

Frances Aylene Annon Conner, 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday December 5, 2015.

Francisco "Paco" Elcides Mauricio, age 40, of Forest City, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, December 9, 2015.

Mr. Hubert Oscar Johnson, Jr. "Junior" age 71 of Rutherfordton went home to be with The Lord on Sunday December 6, 2015.

Nell Kirby Hensley, age 87, of Rutherfordton, NC, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2015.

Pansy Martin Bostic, age 85, of Rutherfordton, NC, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2015.

Vance E. Norville, age 77, of Cliffside, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2015.

Walter Boyce "Josh" Crowder, age 86, of Forest City, passed away Friday, December 4, 2015.

Wayne "Lightnin" Conner, age 75, of Ellenboro, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2015.

Many hunters right now have moved from the tree stand to the duck blind. The mornings of solitude and scent elimination have been replaced with the companionship of friends and the smell of sausage on a propane stove.

Forest City Church of the Nazarene

Live Outside Nativity, Wed. Dec. 23, 6-8pm. Free admission and free hot chocolate, seating and parking available. Hardin Rd., Forest City.

Kistlers Chapel UMC

Christmas Eve services, Thurs. Dec. 24, 10:30pm. 3060 Poors Ford Road. 3060 Poors Ford Road.

Blood Drive

Thurs. Dec. 31, 10am-2:30pm at Lowe's; 184 Lowes Boulevard, Forest City. For more info or to schedule an appt please call Pam Irby at 828-231-3055.

Beginner Honey Bee School

Sponsored by Rutherford County Beekeepers. All you need to know about getting started keeping bees. Five week course, Saturdays 8am-12pm, begins Jan. 16^th. $35 per person or $60 per couple. Limited class size. Call 828-980-1823 or email: jacksoncorbin71@yahoo.com.