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Troy Edgar Branch, age 90, of Forest City, passed away on Tuesday, November 8, 2016.

Miss Abigail "Abbie" Brooke Toney, 14, of Ellenboro, passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2016.

James Robert "Bob" Ruppe, Jr., age 60, of Rutherfordton, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2016.

Brenda Sue Ammons Lowman, age 72, of Forest City, passed away Sunday, November 6, 2016.

Viola Mae Roberts White Hill, age 63, of Forest City passed away on Saturday November 5, 2016.

Rutherford County Toy Run

Sun. Nov. 20, meet at old K-Mart next to Denny's at 12:30pm, depart at 1:30pm. Ride will end at the National Guard Armory. Food served for All Participants. 50/50 drawing will be held at the Armory and door prizes to be given away! Hosted By: Prior Moose Lodge Members & Cleveland County Independent Bikers.

Blood Drives

•Nov. 22, 1pm-5pm at Chili's; 128 Sparks Crossing, Forest City. •Nov. 29, 10am-3pm at Isothermal Community College, Hwy. 74 West, Spindale.

West Point Baptist Church

Will host OPERATION INASMUCH, Sat. Nov. 19, 8am-12pm. The following FREE SERVICES will be offered: General Minor Car Care, Clothes Closet & Food Give-Away (as long as supplies last). 828-287-0165. 1160 Union Road, Rutherfordton.

Pleasant Grove UMC

Bake/Yard Sale, biscuit breakfast, Sat. Nov. 19, 7am-1pm. Also, Free Clothes Closet, Sat. Dec. 3, 9am-11am. All welcome. 828-245-5471. Hudlow Rd., Forest City.

A veteran law enforcement officer is now leading a local program that provides training for the next generation of police officers.

Any given day you will likely find someone picking a tune or talking about music inside B Sharp Music in Spindale. But on Wednesdays, you'll find a man who is a legend in his own right - Ralph Spicer.

Behind the running of Demetrius Mauney, East Rutherford pulled away late for a 23-0 victory over Chase on Friday night.

Janice Downey, age 68, of Rutherfordton, passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2016.

David Edward McGee age 60 of Spindale, went home to be with The Lord on Saturday November 5, 2016.

Joseph William "Joe" Huntley, age 86 of Forest City passed away Friday, November 4, 2016.

Trenton Mitchell Parris of Mooresboro, infant son of Brittnye Evans and Mitchell Parris, was called home to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, November 3, 2016.

Helen G. Hoyle, age 69, of Forest City, passed away on Friday, November 4, 2016.

Mr. Ronald Norman Cline, "Ronnie" age 50 of Nebo, passed away Thursday November 3, 2016.

Sybil Harriett Hovis James formerly of Spindale.

Cecil Linden Geer, III, age 65 of Forest City, passed away Monday, October 31, 2016.

Peggie Price Summey, age 86 of Alexander Mills, passed away Monday, October 31, 2016.

Yokefellow Client Service

In order to better serve our clients, Yokefellow Service Center will be closing Nov. 7-18, to allow for the transition from paper to digital files. We apologize for the inconvenience but are happy to assure you that this will allow us to serve the clients of Rutherford County in a more efficient manner. Dial 211 for a list of other agencies in the county, their hours and types of assistance. During this time, Yokefellow Thrift Store will remain open for shopping and donations.

Washburn Community Outreach Center

Well stocked with Fall and Winter clothing, ALL clothing will be sold for .25¢ each. We also have a great selection of household items, and various Christmas items. Keep in mind our food pantry will be available for Rutherford County residents. Open Thur., Fri., & Sat., Nov. 10-12, 9am-2pm. Come by and check out our selection at 2934 Piney Mountain Church Rd., Bostic. 828-245-5603.