South Fork Phase II sewer upgrade clears funding hurdle
Gastonia officials pressed ahead with the $6 million South Fork Phase II project to bolster the regional sewer system and support Pharr Yarns, Two Rivers Utilities announced funding from grants and DEQ. Negotiations with Sanders Utility trimmed costs after a high bid. Two Rivers serves about 100,000 residents in eight towns, with no rate increases for customers.
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McAdenville
Pharr
Two Rivers Utilities
Pharr Yarns
Gastonia Public Works and Utilities
Matt Bernhardt
Cramerton
Sanders Utility
Charlotte
Golden Leaf Foundation
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
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Lisa Proctor rises to first female Kings Mountain assistant police chief
Lisa Proctor began as a reserve with Shelby PD in 1991, moved to Kings Mountain in 1992, and rose through patrol, D A R E, narcotics, and investigations. Diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer in 2009 she survived after surgery and chemotherapy. Promoted to lieutenant in 2016 and sworn in as assistant chief on November 11, she aims to inspire women and girls to reach for the unattainable.
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Lisa Proctor
Proctor
Shelby Police Department
Moss Lake
D.A.R.E
Jerry Tessneer
City seeks downtown development specialist with split funding
The city offers a 45 000 to 50 000 annual salary for a new downtown specialist funded half by the municipal service district tax and half by the economic development fund. The role promotes downtown business grants, coordinates events, and serves as the central contact. Candidates should have a college education with public administration or downtown development experience. Interviews may occur after the holidays due to year-end delays.
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Gastonia Downtown Development Corp
Panic From Page Al Purchases at Walmart Incident
A shopper described a frightening incident at the West End Walmart where employees ensured customer safety. Police charged 37 year old Reginald Wayne Hall with second degree trespassing. he is jailed on a $1000 bond. Hall has multiple Gaston County Jail bookings prior this year. Police continue the investigation.
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Walmart
Reginald Wayne Hall
Lincolnton
Gaston County
Hall
Panthers owner Richardson considers new ownership after season
Five paragraph letter from franchise owner Richard Richardson states it is time to turn the Panthers over to new ownership after the season. He notes no discussions until after the year and cites the franchise's community ties and stadium renovations. The note follows reports of workplace misconduct investigations and leadership changes within the organization.
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Quinn Emanuel Urquhart and Sullivan, LLP
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Newton
Ron Rivera
Rivera
Stephanie
Danny Morrison
Dave Gettleman
Marty Harney
Gettleman
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