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An insurance policy changed Kirk Wilkerson's life.

Wilkerson, owner of Covenant Advisory Group, went to write an insurance policy on himself and instead of getting the preferred rates he had pictured, he was instead declined.

East Rutherford got past R-S Central for the second time this season in a 61-49 victory to remain unbeaten at 23-0, 16-0.

Louise Allen Wyatt, age 89, of Forest City, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017.

Weldon Bailey, age 68, of Spindale, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2017.

Gary Lee Buchanan, age 58, of Marion, passed away Monday, February 6, 2017.

Wallace Jason Ruppe, age 91, of Rutherfordton, passed away Saturday, February 11, 2017.

Ruby Arrowood Cordell, age 83, of Rutherfordton, passed away Saturday, February 11, 2017.

Johnny Mack Crawford, age 72, of Union Mills, passed away Friday, February 10, 2017.

Bill Hines, age 76, of Forest City, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2017.

Jo-ann McDaniel Kee, age 51, of Ellenboro, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2017.

Larry Dale Keever, age 61, passed away Thursday, February 9, 2017

Elaine Schappet Haines, age 91, a longtime resident of Tryon, NC passed away Thursday, February 9, 2017.

Alex Trent Splawn of Spindale, passed away Monday February 6, 2017.

Elizabeth Davis of Casar, age 61 went to be with Jesus on February 5, 2017.

Mrs. Geraldine Ann Arndt, age 71, of Forest City, passed away Sunday February 5, 2017.

Sally Louise Goode Queen, 91, of Rutherfordton, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2017.

Betty Jean Hamrick Brooks, age 87, of Spindale, widow of the Rev. Nelson Brooks went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday February 5, 2017.

Broadus Hugh Morris age 86 of Spindale, passed away Sunday February 5th 2017.

Cynthia Ann Moore Weathers, of Harris, NC, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017.

Sophia Ann Williams Allen, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 4, 2017.

Perry F. Dotson, age 71, of Ellenboro, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017.

Elnita Bailey Jolley, 95, passed away Thursday, February 9, 2017.

Barbara Jean Kindle of Rutherfordton, went to rest with our Lord on February 6, 2017.

Howard Ray Guffey, age 76, of Forest City, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2017.

BelkGives on the Go Mobile Mammography Center to visit Tri City Mall in Forest City on Sat. Feb. 18, 9am-5:30pm to offer free, convenient mammogram screenings. Women age 40 and over with no breast concerns, who have not had a mammogram in the last 12 months and have a primary care physician are eligible by calling 855-655-2662 to schedule an appt. After receiving their mammograms, women also can receive complimentary bra fittings.

Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregivers Support Group: meets on every 3^rd Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm at the Perry Moore house on Main St., Rutherfordton. Free and open to all caregivers. 828-287-5475.