Census shows Carolinas among states with biggest growth
The 2017 Census estimates place North Carolina as the ninth most populous state at about 10.3 million, up by roughly 117,000 since 2016. South Carolina surpasses 5 million with about 65,000 new residents, ranking 10th in numeric growth. Charlotte leads with about 842,000 residents, and Columbia overtakes Charleston as the state's largest city by population.
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County weighs cost cuts for new animal shelter project
Gaston County commissioners, after spending 850000 on land and 4.5 million to redevelop the existing building, face a potential 6 million cap. Maxwell outlined a dozen cost cuts to stay under that target as architects struggle to meet state safety and public boarding requirements. Commissioner Hovis and Stewart Cooper Newell push for a bid-driven final price.
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North Gaston trainer nominated for regional athletic award
North Gaston graduate and trainer Friday earns regional nomination for the 2018 Newell National Athletic Trainer of the Year Award. He mentors students, helped craft concussion protocols, and advocates a dedicated trainer at each high school. He credits his shift from college to sports medicine with guiding his career and improving Gaston programs.
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Gastonia Sees Hate Signals And Stadium Plans
Over recent weeks Gastonia residents reported hate graffiti including KKK and swastikas while an anonymous neighbor posted multilingual anti hate signs. Aug 14 followed white supremacist rallies. the piece notes rising national division. Aug 9 the FUSE district advanced with a $1.26 million contract for a Kansas City firm to design a baseball stadium amid public meetings.
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Eclipse and city viewings mark Gaston County day
Aug 21 brought a rare solar eclipse to Gaston County with view parties at Schiele Museum and Daniel Stowe Garden. Duke Energy groundwater contamination lingered, residents sue over a disputed waiver, and John Bridgeman left office as Walker Reid became Gastonia’s new mayor amid historic significance.
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