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Thursday, June 16-June 22, 2022 www.rutherfordweekly.com 828-248-1408 Rutherford Weekly - Page 5 But seek you fi rst the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Matthew 6:33 I, Jason Ray Wease and the members of the Rutherford Co. Sheriff's Offi ce, are committed to excellence in law enforcement and are dedicated to the people, traditions, and diversity of our county. In order to protect life and property, prevent crime, and reduce the fear of crime we will provide service with understanding, response with compassion, performance with integrity, and law enforcement with vision. A SHERIFF FOR THE PEOPLE! Please consider my Vision for our County and Vote Jason Ray Wease for Sheriff of Rutherford County "IN GOD WE TRUST" Paid for by Wease for Sheriff ©Community First Media Community First Media CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2022! WEASE FOR SHERIFF OF RUTHERFORD OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY 2022 COUNTY 2022 VOTE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH! VOTE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH! NC Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is calling attention to rising vehicle fatality rates by addressing the key factors causing the deadly crashes, urging North Carolinians to put driving fi rst while behind the wheel this summer. Last year was a historically high one for deadly car crashes in N.C., with 1,755 traffi c fatalities recorded. Most fatal accidents in 2021 were caused by four major factors: speeding, texting while driving, driving while under the infl uence and riding without wearing a seatbelt. "These reckless driving factors may cause drivers and other passengers to be in a fatal accident, and they are all preventable," Commissioner Causey said. "Refl ecting and recognizing how common and dangerous these patterns are can help spread awareness and create less pressure on automobile insurance rates." Commissioner Causey said each of these factors contributing vehicle fatalities, which also put pressure on automobile insurance rates, can be addressed by taking responsible action: • Distracted driving activities such as texting, and other actions inside your vehicle can wait or be prevented by designating a passenger to do them for you. If you feel you really need to send a text, pull off the road and safely park before sending it. • A total of 424 people died in speeding-related crashes in North Carolina in 2021. It is important to respect the speed limit, especially in work zones and congested areas, Commissioner Causey shares. • Driving while impaired was a factor in 34% of car crashes in North Carolina last year. Commissioner Causey is urging motorists to give keys over to a designated driver, or to call a friend, taxi or ride- sharing service in you are unable to drive. Responsible driving will help keep other motorists safe. • A lack of motorist wearing seatbelts can be prevented by habit-making actions. Wearing a seatbelt reduces driver and passengers' chances of being injured in deadly crashes. "Halting these reckless driving habits can lessen the pressure on automobile insurance rates and save lives," the commissioner said. Driving safely saves lives and money. The North Carolina Safe Driver Incentive Plan (SDIP) was created by state law to give drivers a fi nancial incentive to practice safe driving habits. For distracted driving information and other tips and resources visit www. ncdoi.gov. Commissioner Causey calls attention to potential perils of reckless driving Last year set record for deadly car crashes, puts pressure on auto insurance rates Article Provided By: ncdoi The Cleveland County Music Hall of Fame in partnership with the Don Gibson Theatre invite you to join them Saturday, September 17, as they induct their fi rst class of musical pioneers into the Hall of Fame. Tickets are now on sale for this event by visiting the box offi ce at the Don Gibson Theatre, ordering by phone at 704.487.8114 or purchasing online at www. d o n g i b s o n t h e a t r e . c o m . The Don Gibson Theatre is located at 318 Washington Street, Shelby. Earl Scruggs and Don Gibson, both natives of Shelby, highlight the fi rst class. Joining Scruggs and Gibson are, legendary disc jockey Hugh Dover, who worked at both local stations WOHS in Shelby and WKMT in Kings Mountain, Bobby Rogers, owner of Bobby's Records and Rogers Theatre, Kings Mountain native and renowned record producer Ron Feemster, and JB and Kathleen Lewis as well as Herman and Jean Dawson, owners of J&K Records. Also, to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, will be two hit records recorded by artists from Cleveland County. This year, the records will be "I Love the Nightlife" by Alicia Bridges and "Timber I'm Falling in Love" by Patty Loveless. Musical guests will be on hand to honor the inductees. Dinner will begin at 6:00 pm followed by the ceremony at 7:30pm. The Cleveland County Music Hall of Fame was established in 2019. The mission of the Hall of Fame is to honor the legacy of pioneers from Cleveland County whose talent has enriched the musical landscape of the area in which they live/lived while giving the tools needed to future generations of musicians to hone their craft. In 2021, Calvin and Teresa Hastings donated the WOHS studios on Hwy 74. In that building, the Hall of Fame plans to house a museum as well as recording studio and a learning center for students, who want to play an instrument. For more information on the Cleveland County Music Hall of Fame and the induction ceremony itself, contact the Hall at 704-692-5246 or visit their website at www. ccmusichallofame.org You may also visit their Facebook page at @CCMUSICHALL. Tickets on sale now for Cleveland County Music Hall of Fame's inaugural Induction Ceremony Don Gibson Earl Scruggs Hugh Dover The East Rutherford High School Class of 1970 held its 52nd year reunion recently at the Forest City Clubhouse. Delayed two years due to Covid-19, nearly 80 classmates and spouses attended the event. Among reunion planners were Rick McKinney, Chery McKinney, LuJuan Gibson Micalove and Katie Wilkie Simmons with a host of other helpers. Class of 70 Turns 70 Article Provided By: Jean Gordon. Photo Contributed. Sharing the burden for the benefi t of low income Rutherford County residents in need of a helping hand. Yokefellow Service Center is a non-profi t 501(c)3 non-profi t agency and a member of United Way. 132 Blanton Street, Spindale 828-287-0776 Because we: Because we: S ee the need ee the need H ave heart ave heart A im higher im higher R espect your value espect your value E mbrace your future mbrace your future Reasons to -DONATE -SHOP -VOLUNTEER at Yokefellow

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