Charity and giving bloom in Gaston County and beyond
The Gazette notes yearly Christmas generosity in Gaston County with donations to the Empty Stocking Fund Christmas Wishes and United Way campaigns. It cites a Wall Street Journal analysis showing Americans feel a civic duty to give, aided by online giving and social media, with total charitable giving reaching 335 billion in 2013. Gaston County reflects nationwide generosity and community support.
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Thanksgiving Chairs and a Friend Remembered
A writer recounts holiday rituals with chairs refashioned for Thanksgiving while mourning Deb, a friend and upholsterer who died after an asthma attack. The piece blends memory, friendship, and the pull of family moments as the author recalls Deb and wonders about calling her. Connie Schultz is a Parade essayist and Pulitzer Prize winner.
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North Carolina Delegation Contact Information
A list of North Carolina senators and representatives with office addresses and phone numbers. Includes Sen David Curtis Sen Kathy Harrington Rep Dana Bumgardner Rep Kelly Hastings Rep John A Torbett with associated district offices and business contacts.
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Lincoln Lane
Ivone
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Emon Kelly
Hastings
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Daaline
Jane St
Cherryville
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Jon. Torbett
N. Salisbury St
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Stanley
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