McKee survives shooting with paralysis and legal aftermath
Greg McKee, paralyzed by a gunman, fights for family and normalcy as a Cabarrus County jury convicts Thomas of attempted murder and sentences him to 23 to 30 years. Manuel gets 18 years. Terrie strengthens security, while Greg returns to work and coaching, embracing wheelchair basketball and faith.
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John Clark
Gaston Gazette
McKee adjusts to life after injury at home and hospital
McKee recounts the frustration of hospital stops and stairs at family homes while targeting a return to woodworking. He reports medical costs around 5000 dollars yearly as of November 28, 2015, and clings to faith and forward plans despite hardship.
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Flint Groves Baptist Church
Police seek suspect in Gastonia car break-ins at theaters
Police in Lowell seek a Black man in dark clothing linked to multiple car break-ins at a Gastonia theater and other sites including Home Depot Lowe's and a former K-Mart. He used a stolen debit card to buy gift cards at Lowe's. Call Capt. Carl Moore at 704-824-8540 with tips.
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Firefighter injured after fire traps him in crawl space
A veteran firefighter suffered burns to both legs while trapped in a well involved crawl space. He was quickly removed and taken by ambulance to Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte around 9 30 p m. He was treated and released Saturday afternoon and is recovering at home with follow ups planned. The incident occurred during a New Hope Fire Department response as he was fully equipped with NFPA compliant gear. The Gaston County Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the fire.
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the Gazette
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Gastongazette.com
Mystery man revealed by Gazette as Mr X in 1970
Brenda Craig learns her father Tom Baugh was the anonymous benefactor known as Mr X, a quiet donor who helped others. The Gazette Empty Stocking Fund now totals $78,623 toward a $100,000 goal for The Salvation Army, with many donations listed from residents and local organizations.
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Mandel
Brenda Craig
the Gazette
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Tom
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Craig
Gazette
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Gaston County
James Heyward Henry
George F. Henry Jr
Gaston Foundation
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