Thought for Today by Grace Paley
A brief, reflective thought urging action. It notes Grace Paley as an American writer born in 1922 and died in 2007, framing her as the source of the maxim. The line invites readers to pursue goals through decisive effort.
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Aldi team catches robber after store heist in Gastonia
In Gastonia, a man robbed an Aldi on Union Road of 434 dollars and pushed a clerk. Employees pursued, aiding police as officers arrived. Earlier, the suspect also hit Family Dollar Kangaroo Express and Kings Way for nearly 400 dollars, before being stopped by store staff and handed to authorities.
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North Carolina leads regional job growth but lags in broader trends
John Hood argues NC outpaced regional peers from mid-2011 to 2014 with 7.3 percent job growth, surpassing the South Atlantic and Southeast regions yet underperforming compared with the nation overall. He cites Texas, Florida, South Carolina and Georgia as other leaders and urges policy learning beyond the Southeast.
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Belmont readers praise a kind young woman at Cherub's Cafe
A letter writer recalls Dec 4 at Cherub's Cafe in Belmont where a generous young stranger paid their bill and tip after praising the meal. The author gifts a donation to Holy Angels and urges sharing simple acts of kindness. The column also includes snippets from readers on safety and Christmas faith themes.
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Friday Volleyball Championship Sparks Hard Fought Classic
W C Friday sweeps Cramerton for a volleyball title in a hard fought final. The championship games are always well played with intense serving and defense from both teams, delivering an exciting match from start to finish.
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