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Page 2 - Rutherford Weekly 828-248-1408 www.rutherfordweekly.com Thursday, August 4-August 10, 2022 Gardner-Webb continues to celebrate fundraising successes and those who choose to support and advance the University. A GWU benefactor, whose legacy of giving energized the men's baseball program, made another signifi cant gift to the sport he loved so much. Bill Masters, who passed away on June 25 , gave the lead gift for the Masters- Melton Indoor Baseball Facility, also named in honor of his longtime friend, Patsy Melton Willis of Henrietta. The remaining funds to complete the project were donated by generous friends, alumni and parents on Double Dawg Day and in recent weeks. "Baseball alumni and friends made this possible," commended Vice President for Advancement Nate Evans. "No university capital dollars were used in the funding of this project, and it shows the transformational impact that philanthropy can have on a program and the University." The Masters-Melton Indoor Baseball Facility offers space where the Diamond Dawgs can continue to practice in any weather. It provides a development tool for current players and will aid in recruiting high caliber student-athletes. Located east of Moss Stadium, the facility will contain a weight room, a multi-functional turf area that allows for hitting, pitching and fi elding practice, nutrition center, player lounge, and offi ce. "Having a space available when we have inclement weather is a game-changer, asserted Baseball Head Coach Jim Chester. "24/7 access to a facility that focuses on player development takes our program and recruiting to the next level." Moreover, the Masters- Melton Indoor Baseball Facility will enhance camps hosted by the baseball program and can be rented out to other youth programs. A ground-breaking event will be held in the fall, and the construction is expected to be completed by Nov. 1. Chester added, "The Masters-Melton Indoor Baseball Facility again shows Bill Masters and Patsy Melton Willis' commitment to our program and a true student-athlete experience. Also, this was a team effort! Our program, university's Advancement Offi ce, Gardner-Webb Baseball alumni and friends turned a dream into a reality. The facility will be a daily reminder of Bill Masters' love for Gardner-Webb Baseball." Masters, a native of Easley, S.C., began his relationship with Gardner-Webb in the 1970s when he worked as production manager at Cone Mills in Cliffside. Though he wasn't a GWU grad, he saw the importance of investing in GWU and athletics. He recognized the great benefi ts of collegiate athletics, and his support also extended to the tennis program. In 2008, the GWU baseball fi eld was named in honor of Masters for his generous support to GWU baseball. Then in 2011, the University named the Bill and Sue Masters Athletic Facility, which houses baseball and tennis offi ces, in recognition of their continued generosity. 127 West 2nd Street, Rutherfordton 828-447-6971 NOW OPEN MUST SEE ALL MUST SEE ALL THAT WE HAVE THAT WE HAVE TO OFFER! TO OFFER! Tues.-Fri. 10am-4pm; Sat. 10am-5pm LOW LOW PRICES ©Community First Media Community First Media Mountain Village Mountain Village Chalets & Cabins Chalets & Cabins ~FOR RENT~ ~FOR RENT~ 1 to 5 Bedrooms All Have Hot Tubs & Fireplaces 950 Main St. Chimney Rock, NC 704-472-3100 704-482-4888 704-472-5219 828-245-2238 828-245-2238 417 South Broadway Street Forest City Monday-Friday 9am-5pm ©Community First Media Community First Media M i k e s M i k e s Auto Sales Auto Sales M i k e s M i k e s INC. INC. M i k e s M i k e s Auto Sales Auto Sales Auto Sales Auto Sales MIKESAUTOSALESINC.COM MIKESAUTOSALESINC.COM facebook.com/MikesAutoSalesInc SEE US ON FACEBOOK 2014 FORD 2014 FORD F-150 FX4 F-150 FX4 4x4, V8, auto., 4 door, lifted. $ 27,495 27,495 108K MILES 2013 HYUNDAI 2013 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT SANTA FE SPORT 4 cyl., auto., all power, very clean. $ 17,995 17,995 73K MILES 2021 CHEVROLET 2021 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT EQUINOX LT 4 cyl., auto., all power, like new. $ 25,995 25,995 47K MILES 2015 NISSAN 2015 NISSAN FRONTIER 4X4 FRONTIER 4X4 6 cyl., auto., all power, 4 door, must see! $ 18,995 18,995 60K MILES 2015 KIA 2015 KIA SORENTO LX SORENTO LX 4 cyl., auto., all power, 3rd row. $ 13,495 13,495 GOOD MILES 2016 JEEP 2016 JEEP RENEGADE RENEGADE 4 cyl., auto., all power, 4 door. $ 14,495 14,495 GAS SIPPER WE OUR READERS Donors Make GWU Masters-Melton Indoor Baseball Facility a Reality Name honors Henrietta woman Article Provided By: Jean Gordon Rutherford County Transit offers transportation to Rutherford County food pantries, such as Washburn Outreach Community Center (above). For a ride to a food donation site or for other transportation needs call 828-287-6339 to make an appointment. Free transportation to food pantries Article & Photo Provided By: Jean Gordon

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