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'Minutes too late:' Inside a mother's search for answers after her child's death
On Oct. 20, 2023, shortly after 10 a.m., Racheal Blakney called 911, fearing that Russell Blakney, the father of her 11-year-old twins, would harm their children. More than 17 hours later, at around 3:30 a.m., Racheal's son, Cyrus, was killed, shot in the head by his father, who had poured gasoline around their...
Three things to know about construction of the new W.P. Grier Middle School
The Gaston County Board of Education held an event Tuesday at which visitors watched as the last beam was set in place for the roof of the new W.P. Grier Middle School. According to the district, construction on the facility is progressing nicely and is on track to be completed in 2025.
Gastonia residents express concerns over potential housing development
Charlotte-based developer NewStyle Communities is proposing a new 94-home development in Gastonia off of South New Hope Road. Residents of the Bethesda Oaks community, which borders the proposed development, are questioning whether the area can be responsibly developed. Bethesda Oaks residents gathered at City Church last week for a community...
Kings Mountain celebrates 150 years with birthday bash
The city of Kings Mountain is throwing a big birthday bash to celebrate its 150th year with cake, music, a car show and more. Angela Padgett, special events coordinator for the city of Kings Mountain, said the 150th celebration was kicked off on Earth Day and will be incorporated into events throughout the year, but the main celebration will be held May 3 and 4.
Gastonia residents can share feedback on future of public transit fares
GASTONIA, N.C. — With Gastonia set to shift gears from public bus routes to microtransit, the city government is looking to gather input from neighbors about what they want to see with the service. The city is planning to increase fares beginning July 1, 2024. Bus fare for a...
Cramerton residents to share stories of life in historic mill village
Alice Walker remembers her father walking to work at the textile mill in Cramerton. He was dressed in overalls and carried his lunch pail. Walker said that both of her parents worked at the mill, "and my parents worked different shifts so that somebody could be with us all the time."
Gaston clerk wins 2023 Howard Holly Outstanding Clerk of the Year
Donna Buff has been the clerk to the Gaston County Board of Commissioners for 12 years. In her role, Buff has been a long-time member of the North Carolina Association of County Clerks. This year, the association honored her with the 2023 Howard Holly Outstanding Clerk of the Year award.
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