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shelbyinfo.com shelbyinfo.com April 28-29 $5 ARMBAND 704-484-1047 Our 29th Year • Issue No. 17 • April 26, 2012 Now Open! Japanese Grill 204 W. DIXON BLVD Call in orders welcome Bring in this ad to receive Carter Chevrolet! 704-482-0111 $100 Off Any Combination 4/26/12 thru 5/2/12 $ Friday Nights May 4TH ay 4 Thru June 15 Gary Patterson was reunited with his fellow Foothills Cyclists buddies at Life Enrichment Center. Standing (l to r) are Stan Shaw, David "Batman" Queen, Joe Champion, Barry Blackburn and Mike Terres of the group. In front is Gary with his dad, Roscoe and mom, Jeri. Friends Pay Tribute To Gary Patterson Thru June 15TH Since the mid 80's, one of the local pioneers who introduced many people to the sport of cycling is Gary Patterson. Gary loves the sport and has enjoyed helping and teaching anyone interested. In addition to being a cycler himself, he is very knowledgeable about all aspects of cycling and was often seen at Schanewolf's Cycle Sport on West Marion St., Shelby. Gary was so good that he could build a cycling wheel from scratch. He believes in the ethic of the sport and the team spirit of staying together. As a founding member of the Foothills Cyclists, Gary became the person that everyone looked up to and asked for help. Many cyclists said: "If it wasn't for Gary, many of us would not be cycling." The sports love of Gary Patterson's life came to an end seven years ago when he was diagnosed with Frontotemporal Degeneration. The disease is similar to Lou Gehrig's Disease and is actually a group of brain disorders. Gary is currently in a wheel chair. He attends the Life Enrichment Center and deeply misses his fel- low cyclists. His wish to be reunited with them was fulfilled on Monday, April 23rd, as the group was reconciled. This effort, headed by Stan Shaw, was attended by family, friends and others from the LEC. Many stories and laughs were shared about this very special cyclist and guest of honor. It was an uplifting time of admiration for Gary Patterson. Even in sickness, Gary con- tinues to be an inspiration to everyone. He is grateful for all the prayers that are being lifted up for him and asks that others continue to pray for him. He says, "Don't give up on me." –M. A. 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One of those enjoying the freedom of the closed streets was five year old Landen, here with Blacksburg Fire Chief, Cline Gore. Sounds of the "Ben Gatlin Band" filled the air, along with the aroma of festival foods. Our South Carolina neighbors sure know how to throw a great party. –M.A.Andrews Blacksburg's Iron City Festival North Shelby Fundraiser North Shelby Fundraiser Shriners Shriners Projecting the Shriners' slogan, "A Man Stands So Tall As When He Stoops To Help A Child!", the Piedmont Shrine Club held their annual fish fry for the benefit of North Shelby School. It was held in Boiling Springs at the Friendship Masonic Lodge from 12 noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 21st. Although final figures have not been calculated, the amount raised was estimated to be over $3,500. Pictured above at the event (l to r) Tom Poteat, North Shelby student; Kim Williams; Floyd Williams and Piedmont Shriners President, Noel McArthur. –M.A.Andrews FRUITS & VEGETABLES Saturday, April 28th 8:00am - 3:00pm Your National Connection to Local Media Washington Street Uptown Shelby, NC on the Court Square For mo PORK, BEEF, CHICKEN, EGGS & LAMB JEWELRY, LOTIONS & SOAPS For more information: www.foothillsfarmersmarket.com email: info@foothillsfarmersmarket.com 704-300-4308 Stan Shaw, presents Gary with a memorable photo of the original Foothills Cyclists. DIXON BLVD • SHELBY Right next to SHELBY Shelby City Park See Page 2 Guaranteed! Fresh! Local! ©CommunityFirstMedia Raised... Locally Handcrafted Locally Grown...