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By now, most everyone in the county has heard about The Women Roofers -- those exceptional women that have gained notoriety for providing urgently needed repairs to the homes of qualified homeowners in the county. They help with a lot of projects, but mostly, they replace leaky roofs. They've been doing it for 15 years and they've received a good bit of publicity for their good work. They're kind of 'famous' around here.

Legion baseball

Post 423 has started out 6-0 on the year and have a pretty strong cast of players on the roster this season. A year ago, they were a force to reckon with, but now that the majority of the team is back, they could be a tougher out this season. However, they are now on graduation break and will not return to the field until June 20th when they face Cherryville at home.

Evelyn Butler Davis, age 90, of Ellenboro, passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018.

Evelyn Hamrick Norville, age 91, of Forest City, passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018.

James "J." Williams, age 80, of Forest City, passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2018.

Joyce Yvonne Helton, 63, of Ellenboro, passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018.

Michael Terry, age 74 of Union Mills passed away June 7, 2018.

Mitchell Durwin Montieth, 62, of Forest City, passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2018.

Mr. Herman Jones, of Cliffside, passed away on Monday, June 4, 2018.

Mrs. Alma Gray Toney, 90, went to her heavenly home June 3, 2018.

Susie Garner Strassburger, of Spindale. A loving wife, devoted mother, caring sister and proud grandmother, went to be with the Lord on June 3, 2018.

Viola Centers Jacovetty, 79, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, May 28, 2018.

Friday & Saturday, June 15-16

What: Vacation Bible School

When: June 15-16

Where: Calvary Baptist Ch, 1509 Ferry Rd. Mooresboro.

More Info: Classes: Preschool 3-5 yrs, K-5^th grade. Fri. June 15 supper 5pm, crews rotate 5:30-8pm, Sat. June 16, 10am-2pm, lunch provided. Sunday Celebration June 17, 11am

Month of June

What: Collecting Items For Veterans at the Charles George Medical Center in Asheville.

When: During month of June

Where: American Legion Post 423; 406 Boss Moore Road, Ellenboro.

More Info: Donald 828-453-8870 or Lynn 828-245-0047. Needed: toothbrushes, tooth paste, dentures cleaner, alcohol free mouth wash & after shave lotion, razor blades, shaving cream, shampoo, deodorant, white socks, facial tissue, foot powder, body lotion, paperback books, pencils, note books.