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Our 32nd Year • Issue No. 5 • February 5, 2015 704-484-1047 "The Area's Only WEEKLY SHOPPER" 1350 Woodmill Winery Lane • Vale, NC • www.WoodmillWinery.com • 704-276-9911 Find us on Facebook February is our Wine & Chocolate Month VISIT ANYTIME DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS TO VISIT ANYTIME DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS TO EXPERIENCE OUR ULTIMATE WINE & CHOCOLATE TASTING! EXPERIENCE OUR ULTIMATE WINE & CHOCOLATE TASTING! Includes Six Woodmill Wines paired with Six Chocolate Selections, Includes Six Woodmill Wines paired with Six Chocolate Selections, two Logo Wine Glasses and a Tour of our Winery. two Logo Wine Glasses and a Tour of our Winery. Tuesday-Friday Noon-6p. Saturday 10a-6p Sunday 1p-6p. No Reservation Required. Groups larger than 6, please call ahead. Custom Valentine's Day Gift Baskets Made to Order for your Sweetheart! 704 484 104 Free Free A Shelby Institution Closes Its Doors! On Wednesday, January 28th, starting at 10am, the entire contents of Wilson Tractor Supply at 1353 S. Lafayette St. in Shelby was auctioned off. There was a full house of people bidding on some great and hard to find tractor parts and equipment. Many bidders were from out of state. Jimmy Wilson, who obtained a wealth of knowledge about tractors and implements, opened his business in 1978 and it became a tractor enthusiast's institu- tion. Although he was not at the auction's beginning, Mr. Wilson finally came about noon and spent about a hour enjoying the company of old friends and customers. The day was an admixture of bargain seekers and a nostalgic gathering of people who loved Jimmy. The auction concluded at 3 p.m. and the last load of equipment went out on Thursday night. Mr. Wilson plans to join his wife in an assisted living facility. Tony Furr of Classic Auctions calls out items and takes the bids at Wilson Tractor Supply. Dr. Jim Wilson was at the auction of his father's business. He couldn't get over the big turnout. People came from all over, many from out of state. –M. A. Andrews –M. A. Andrews C.C. Arts Council Adds Major Talent To Their Fine Arts Program The Cleveland County Arts Council offers many cre- ative art classes, which include jewelry making, paint and sip, barn quilts, and many other courses for adults and children. They have always pursued art education and offered it to those who are talented and love the world of art. There is nowhere that anyone can satisfy their artistic ambitions or begin to learn better than this great organization. They have now acquired the ser- vices of Shelby native Steve Greenway who is a major talent in the world of fine arts. He's teaching fine arts classes at the Arts Council on a one-on-one basis. Steve went to Shelby High School, then East Carolina and finally received his MFA in Fine Arts from the famous Otis Art Institute in California. His background includes book illustrations, graphic design, teaching and private instruction. Steve was also employed as art director for Clyde A. Short and McDowell Technical Community College. His talents and advice has been much sought after and he played a pivotal part, believe it or not, in the budding career of the young entertainer, Scottie Thompson who the world knows as "Carrot Top". This successful entertainer is currently in Las Vegas as a headliner at the Lexor and is booked as the "Best Stand Up Comedian". Steve did most of his graphics and marketing as he began his career and they've been friends for years. Just another indication that Steve has quite a background of achievement. This artist is intending to publish a book on visual arts this spring entitled "Basic Drawing Techniques". He has also won 14 PICA Awards and has owned his own company "Graphic Response" since 1999. Steve has had some his art collected by Max Factor and the California Attorney General, among others. He also designed ads for several Fortune 500 companies and studied with the noted Joe Mugnaini. His talent was spotted as far back as second grade when his teacher was so impressed with his work, she sent it to the State Museum in Raleigh. He received a Key Club Scholarship when he graduated Shelby High School and the beloved principal, Malcolm Brown advised him to stay in state and go to ECU where he received a degree in Art Painting and Sculpture. After getting his Master's Degree from the Otis Art Institute, he stayed in California for two more years and worked for Hanna- Barbera Productions. Shearra Miller, President of the Arts Council said of this newest addition to the program: "Art education is our strongest outreach program and we are pleased to offer classes for both children and adults. Stephen Greenway is one of several art teachers working for us who do an excellent job helping others to uncover and expand their artistic talent. We are most fortunate to have him." So, why did Steven Ray Greenway return to his home base in Shelby after all this success? The answer is simple. This is where he met his wife Denise and they married in 1978 at First Baptist Church in Shelby. Together they have three children, a daughter Meredith and sons Jonathan and Brooks. While family and friends keep praying for Denise, as she battles cancer, his commitment to her is his major priority. As a man who never lets any grass grow under his feet, Steve is devoted in helping the fine arts program at our Cleveland County Arts Council. As he told a student repeatedly: "Creativity is a wonderful expression which you must constantly strive to achieve." Steve feels that he has never let anything stop him. Obstacles only make him stronger and he moves forward. You can sign up to take courses from this talented artist by calling: (704) 484-2787 or go online to www.ccartscouncil.org for other artistic endeavors. Art Instructor Steven Greenway with one of his works and stu- dent Connor Dendy. 2015 2015 RACE RACE SCHEDULE SCHEDULE See Inside Page 17 See Inside Page 17