Former Gastonia minister launches drone photography business
Michael Morton and wife Ronda started APV4U to offer aerial photos using a quadcopter and HD camera. The venture reflects a growing drone movement while awaiting potential federal rules that could limit flight or end small operators. Morton, a former Gastonia Church of Christ minister, says the view from above revitalizes his work though costs and battery limits constrain the hobbyist device. The story notes regulatory uncertainty shaping the new enterprise.
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New laws in North Carolina create new distinctions for firearms
Dozens of rules take effect across eight counties including Gaston and Mecklenburg. Air rifles and BB guns are no longer defined as dangerous firearms, giving clearer guidance to police and courts. Rep. John Torbett notes the change is practical and not a broad shift. The piece references a Christmas story joke and mentions a federal case involving a cellphone used to plan a kidnapping.
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