Federal raids seize synthetic drugs at six North Carolina shops
Federal agents with help from local deputies raided six Octopus Garden smoke shops in Hendersonville, Asheville area Buncombe, and Transylvania counties, seizing synthetic drugs including synthetic marijuana and bath salts. Store closures followed, and officials warned against reopening shops selling K2 or related products as law enforcement pursues asset seizures and criminal charges. Local officials stressed the danger and ongoing crackdown to remove illicit substances from the community.
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Last of eight accused in soldier death faces dismissal
Fort Bragg officials say 1st Lt. Daniel L. Schwartz faces dismissal after an Article 15 was initiated by Lt. Gen. Dan Allyn in the case linked to Pvt. Danny Chen’s death in Afghanistan. The investigation follows prior verdicts in the same matter and calls for accountability amid hazing allegations.
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Christmas Gift Drive Brings Joy to Local Women
Cheer Payseur and a group of women gathered around a table, opening gifts with delight. Payseur expressed happiness for any gift, receiving a scarf, lotion, a blanket, and gloves, while organizer Bowlin noted the event’s meaningful impact as some recipients prefer to wait for Christmas morning. Gazette reporter Wade Allen can be reached at 704-869-1828.
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Empty Stocking Gift List Continues Page 1B
Gifts were given Monday to honor and remember loved ones and public service. Contributions include 300 to veterans, 125 for a mother and grandmother, 100 for relatives, 200 for a great grandson, 150 for a family, 1000 from Collis & Associates CPAs, 100 from anonymous, and 80 to support needy families. Multiple donors are listed, including Rick and Ellen Winters, Majorie C. Rhyne, Susan Cannon, the Riker family, Fred Ward, Ron Carpenter, Bob and Dotty Blake, Michael and Jason Brannock, Barry and Sandra McCoig, Rachel Pickard, and Belmont church groups.
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Violet Cannon
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Dotty Blake
Larry
Diane Brannock
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