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Here are Gastonia, Shelby area spring sports top performers for Week 12 of the 2024 season
Here is a daily list of the top performers from Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties during the 12th week of spring sports action. Our weekly top performers list and athlete of the week nominees are compiled courtesy of information provided to The Gaston Gazette and Shelby Star by coaches, athletic directors or team...
Ballets With A Twist Reveals 2024 Touring Season to North Carolina, Wisconsin & More
New York City-based dance company, Ballets with a Twist, announces its 2024 touring season to North Carolina, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and South Carolina. October 5, 2024: Schauer Arts Center, Hartford, WI. October 26, 2024: University of Minnesota Morris, Edson Auditorium, Morris, MN. November 21, 2024: Tryon Fine Arts Center, Tryon, NC.
Boy swept into neighborhood storm drain: “Asher needs a miracle"
A 10-year-old boy is fighting for his life following a harrowing incident that took place in his neighborhood following asevere weather outbreak across the state. The young boy was swept away by the rushing water into a storm drain, leaving him in critical condition, according to Rutherford County Schools. The school district made the announcement Thursday morning after an outpouring of love and support from the community for Superintendent Jimmy Sullivan, his family and specifically his son, Asher.
Asheville man found dead in Old Fort remembered as 'joyful' YMCA youth mentor; death cert
ASHEVILLE — While the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office continues investigating the death of Asheville local DeAndre “Desmond” Clark, his family and coworkers shared memories of a young father who spent most of his time helping children at the local YMCA and West Buncombe Elementary School. The 22-year-old was first reported missing to the Asheville Police Department on April 19 by his mother, an APD spokesperson previously told the Citizen Times. Three days later, McDowell sheriff's officers responding...
Mental Health Association hosts events for Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the Mental Health Association of Cleveland County is raising awareness and destigmatizing the issue. “In today's hectic world, it's important to acknowledge that mental health is an essential aspect of our overall well-being," said Melodie McSwain, MHACC’s executive director. "Mental health encompasses our emotional, psychological and social well-being, influencing how we think, feel and act. Just as we take care of our physical health, nurturing our mental health is equally vital for leading fulfilling lives."
School Closures Thursday After Severe Weather
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Several local schools and school districts will be closed today after severe weather swept through the area Wednesday and earlier this morning. Gaston and Cleveland County schools are closed. Several Char-Meck schools are also closed, and are listed below. Due to severe weather that has caused...
Cleveland County home listings asked for more money in April: See the current median price here
The median home in Cleveland County listed for $296,450 in April, up 4% from the previous month's $285,000, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to April 2023, the median home list price increased 4% from $285,000. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale in Cleveland County, not houses...
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