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Thursday, February 1-February 7, 2018 www.rutherfordweekly.com 828-248-1408 Rutherford Weekly - Page 19 O B I T U A R I E S O B I T U A R I E S JEFFREY SCOTT CARSON Jeffrey Scott Carson, age 53, of Caroleen, passed away January 10, 2018. A native of Polk County, he was a son of the late Charles Gideon Carson, Jr. and Kathryn Irene Turner Carson and former employ- ee with Quincy's, Forest City. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Sheryl Carson. Survivors include three brothers, Randy Carson and his wife Donna of Ellenboro, Gary Carson of Caroleen, Roger Carson of Richmond, VA, four sis- ters, Debbie Passmoore and her husband George of Hendersonville, Lisa Carson of Shelby, Audrey Carson of Columbus, Rita Cochran and her husband Chris of Landrum, SC. There are a number of nieces and neph- ews. There are no formal funeral services being planned. The Padgett & King Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. JOSEPH "HAL" JENKINS Joseph "Hal" Jenkins, age 74, of Forest City passed away January 24, 2018. A native of Rutherford County, he was a son of the late Yates Jenkins & Laura Wilson Jenkins. He was a highly skilled industrial sewing machine mechanic & worked for several local mills before retirement. Hal was an avid golfer, softball player & "fast" car enthusiast. He was a faithful member of Bethel Baptist Church in Ellenboro. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Edria Marie Jenkins & a brother, Edward Jenkins. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Frances Clary Jenkins; a daughter, Brooke Jenkins of Boiling Springs, SC; a brother, Bobby Jenkins & wife, Sue, of Ellenboro, & the love of his life, his granddaughter. The funeral service was conducted at Bethel Baptist Church. Dr. Wayne Blackwood & Rev Michael Sepaugh offi- ciated. Memorial donations are respectfully requested to Bethel Baptist Church, PO Box 633, Ellenboro, NC 28040. Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been entrusted with arrangements. Sons of Confederate Veterans Rutherford Rifl es #2044 Meets 2nd Thursday, 6pm Forest City Cafe, Forest City •scv.org •828-429-6580. Lt. William Corbitt #525 Meets 3rd Friday, 7pm Rutherford County Annex bldg. 209 N. Main St Rutherfordton CIVIC NEWS • CIVIC NEWS • CIVIC NEWS Forest City; Monday 12pm Ryan's, Forest City. Rutherfordton; Thursday's 6:30pm. Rutherfordton Club House American Legion Post 74 4th Tuesday, 7pm• Legion Cabin; 2501 US64/74A Rutherfordton. American Legion Post 423 1st Monday, 7pm. 406 Boss Moore Rd., Caroleen. Foothills Pilot Club Meets 2nd Wed. monthly 11:45. Hickory Log BBQ. Rutherford County Pilot Club 6:15- 2nd Thursday monthly at 1st Baptist Church, Forest City Bostic Lincoln Center Inc. 112 Depot Street, Bostic • 828-245-9800 Thursday 1-4, Friday & Saturday 10-1 Rutherfordton 1st & 3rd Tuesday 6pm Rutherford Hospital Chase 1st & 3rd Tuesday 7pm New Bethel Church Cpl. Chris S. Ebert Det. 1221 Meets 2nd Tues., 6pm, Merchants Assn. Bldg., 108 N. Main, Forest City Rutherford County Democrats Call for current meeting location 828-919-2475 Forest City Masonic Lodge #381 Meets 2nd & 4th Tues.; 6:30pm; 153 Wilkie St. Spindale Masonic Lodge 1st & 3rd Mon. 7:30pm 101 Davis St. Cliffside #460 2nd & 4th Mon. 6:30pm Rutherfordton- Western Star #91 1st & 3rd Tues. 7:30pm Hollis #535 2nd Thurs. 6:30pm Saluda #482 1st & 3rd Thurs. 6:30pm Tryon #605 1st Mon. 7:30pm Columbus #719 2nd & 4th Tues. 8pm Hopewell Hollis Ruritan Club Meets 2nd Monday at 7:00pm. Hopewell Hollis Community Bldg., Ellenboro To include your club news call 828-248-1408 Ellenboro Women's Club Meets 4th Thursday, 7pm in the clubhouse at the corner of Bus. 74 & Glenn Street, Ellenboro Rutherford Weekly's Favorite Sweet Potato Souffle compliments of Susan Wright. 1 quart smashed sweet potatoes; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla flavoring; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 2 eggs beaten; 1/2 cup butter melted; 1/2 cup pecans; marshmallows (I use small). Combine first 6 ingredients and whip until light. Grease pan and bake at 350º until golden brown. Top with marshmallows and pecans; bake until melted. Sweet Potato Souffle Teresa Crow's Tuna Casserole. 1 small (7 ounce) can tuna; 2 cups crushed potato chips; 3 tablespoons milk; 1 can cream of mushroom soup; 2 hard boiled eggs, sliced. Break tuna into small pieces. Arrange in layers tuna, eggs, and 1 1/4 cups chips in baking dish. Combine milk with mushroom soup; pour over tuna mixture. Top with remaining chips. Bake at 350º for 30 minutes. Tuna Casserole "Good Eats From Buck Creek" from Buck Creek Baptist Church in Chesnee. Kay Dukes Veg-All Casserole. 2 cans Veg-All (drained); 1 can cream of mush- room or cream of chicken soup; 1 can water chest- nuts, drained and chopped; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 cup chopped onions; 1/2 cup chopped celery. Topping: 1 sleeve of Ritz Crackers and 1 stick but- ter. Mix vegetables together with all other ingredi- ents in a bowl and then pour into a 9 x 13 baking dish. Mix Ritz Crackers and butter and crumble over top. Bake at 350º for 30 minutes. Veg-All Casserole An elk, a Girl Scout, two cougars and a bagpiper walk onto Grandfather Mountain… The punchline? It's 2018 at the Linville, nature preserve and attraction. No joke. With a mission to inspire conservation of the natural world by helping guests explore, understand and value the wonders of Grandfather Mountain, the nonprofi t park and its staff are readying for a fun and eventful year. Grandfather has released its 2018 schedule of special events, featuring mountains of programs designed to educate and entertain. "2018 is looking to be a busy year on Grandfather Mountain," said Frank Ruggiero, director of marketing and communications for the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, the nonprofi t organization that oversees the park. "Our calendar is packed with original events, bridging education with outdoor fun and allowing us to share the wonders of Grandfather Mountain with guests of all ages." With a few exceptions where noted, most special events are included with park admission. • Nature Photography Weekend Fri.-Sun., June 1-3 Visit Grandfather Mountain to hear presentations from top nature photographers, while photographing spectacular scenery and native animals before and after regular business hours. Additional cost. Online registration begins April 2 at grandfather.com. • The Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble Sat., June 9 Meet Grandfather Mountain's naturalists at the Nature Museum to obtain a map and information on where to fi nd the most beautiful blooms. Special programming throughout the day will highlight this High Country jewel. • Animal Birthday Party Wed., June 13 Grandfather Mountain celebrates the birthdays of all the animals in its environmental habitats with games, contests, crafts and surprises. Grandfather's habitat staff has prepared a fun-fi lled day for guests, as well as programs to celebrate the park's furry and feathered inhabitants. • 62nd Grandfather Mountain Highland Games Thurs.- Sun., July 12-15 Blaring bagpipes, astounding athletes, delicate dancers, rocking Celtic music and a spectacular highland setting make this colorful celebration of Scottish culture one of the most highly acclaimed games in the country. Additional cost. For more information, visit www.gmhg.org. • Animal Enrichment Day Wed., Aug. 1 Enrichment is an integral part of how Grandfather Mountain cares for its habitat animals every day. An enrichment is a special treat, new toy or even an unfamiliar scent given to the animals to break up their routines and help keep them active and intellectually stimulated. Visitors can enjoy watching enrichment demonstrations, talk directly with keepers and participate in family-oriented games and crafts. • Grandfather Mountain Amateur & Professional Camer a Clinic Sat. & Sun., Aug. 18-19 Top photographers gather at Grandfather Mountain to present on the nuts and bolts of making good photographs. This event is free to working members of the press, with an additional cost for non-press professionals and amateurs. Online registration begins July 18 at grandfather.com. • Junior Ranger Day Sat., Sept. 8 Grandfather Mountain's inaugural Junior Ranger Day will celebrate the park's Junior Ranger program and its esteemed participants. Geared for ages 5-12, the Junior Ranger program offers young explorers a unique, hands-on experience at Grandfather Mountain, including a scavenger hunt, trail exploration, plant and animal identifi cation and more. On Junior Ranger Day, kids can complete a special set of assignments to earn a badge and free ice cream. • 48th Annual Girl Scout Day Sat., Sept. 15 Calling all Girl Scouts! Grandfather Mountain's annual Girl Scout Day returns for its 48th year, featuring scout activities, presentations and a closing ceremony. All Girl Scouts and troop leaders are admitted free with proof of membership, and family members will receive discounted admission. • International Hawk Migration Viewing Sept. 16-22 Guests are invited to join the mountain's naturalists as they count and celebrate the annual spectacle of the fall raptor migration. Participants can meet daily at Linville Peak, across the Mile High Swinging Bridge, weather permitting. • Creatures of the Night & Bonfi re Delight Sat., Sept. 29 As night falls on Grandfather Mountain, guests can enjoy rare after-dark tours, fi reside tales and a chance to meet the park's nocturnal residents. Additional cost. Limited to 48 participants. Registration opens Sept. 1 at grandfather.com. • The Fantastic Fall Color Ramble Sat., Oct. 13 Meet Grandfather Mountain's naturalists at the Nature Museum to obtain a map and information on where to fi nd the most beautiful fall colors! Special programming throughout the day will help families explore the great deciduous forest and learn about the science behind the annual phenomenon. • A Beary Scary Halloween Sat., Oct. 27 Grandfather Mountain gets spooky with its annual Halloween celebration. Guests can enjoy a day full of nature programs, focused on animals considered creepy and crawly. Activities also include making Halloween-themed enrichments for the animals, and kids will be able to trick-or-treat through the habitat overlooks. This event is included with admission, although children in costume are admitted at half price. For more info, 800-468-7325, or www.grandfather.com to plan a trip. Grandfather Mountain 2018 schedule Article Provided By: Frank Ruggiero Director of Marketing and Communications Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation 828-248-1408 828-248-1408 Advertising@RutherfordWeekly.com Advertising@RutherfordWeekly.com Small town Small town Friendly Friendly BIG BIG time time results! results!

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