Izell O. Flack sat in the dining room of Fair Haven in Forest City recently munching on a donut during snack time and talked about turning 104 years old on October 29. Her daughter Rachel Jimeson, 61, joined her mom for the afternoon.

The atmosphere at the Christopher Ebert Marine Corps League headquarters on West Trade Street in Forest City was one of sheer excitement, great anticipation and a heartfelt desire to help children in Rutherford County at Christmas.

As Spindale residents and town officials and Rutherford County residents gathered at the North Slope Skate and Ride Park recently in Spindale, it was a time to celebrate the newest Rutherford Bound project while looking ahead to the next project.

Fountain Electric & Services has successfully completed its role as electrical services contractor for the Re!magine Spectrum Center project, a comprehensive $250 million renovation of Charlotte's premier entertainment and sports venue. The 18-month project, which began in May 2024 and concluded in October 2025, transformed the home of the Charlotte Hornets with state-of-the-art upgrades and improvements.