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The Gaston Gazette

Location

Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 2012

Page

4

Good News in 2012 for Gaston County Highlights

A retrospective piece celebrates 2012 in Gaston County with achievements across health, education, business, and sports. Notable items include the Fighting Yank statue restoration, new cancer tech at Gaston Memorial, HGTV and USA Today praises for local sites, medals for veterans, factory jobs, new store openings, and top school recognitions. The county’s vibrant community and economic growth are underscored by multiple named institutions and individuals.

Gaston County The Gazette Gaston Belmont Gaston Memorial HGTV Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden United States USA Today Glenn Foundation Nussbaum Automotive Solutions Daimler Trucks North America Gastonia Freightliner Tulip Drive New Hope Road Planet Fitness Fitness N.C Discount Clothier Hamrick’s Passion Grill Gaston Mall Julie’s Friendly Dental Franklin Square Leslie’s Pool Supplies Sleepy’s Mattress Armstrong Apartments South Marietta Loray Mill Kings Mountain Vaughan Whitworth Julian Wilson York Chester South Point North Carolina Highland School of Technology Catawba Heights Susan Neeley Highland Jaclyn Morton National Save Youth Advisory Board East Gaston John Grigg Ashbrook Chase Warren North Gaston James Passmore Jackie Reid Cherryville Trent Friday

Love, Dad and a Christmas card that changed a year

Connie Schultz recalls a treasured 2001 Christmas card from her late father signed Love, Dad, and reflects on his quiet affection and the ache of loss. She notes how the Newtown tragedy shaped that Christmas for many and ends with gratitude for family as a new year begins.

Dad Newtown Conn Ohio Connie Schultz Parade Magazine

Middle East democracy patience amid long transition

Column argues democracy takes time and persistence, citing distant U.S. history of the Revolutionary War Civil War amendments and civil rights progress to show gradual change. The writer warns against yielding to pessimism and urges continued effort to make a difference.

Community voices reflect Gaston County concerns and memories

The piece compiles local letters and remarks about education goals, civic leadership, and community resilience in Gaston County and North Carolina. It highlights support for youth and business, appreciation for local staff, and memories of past community members alongside discussions of economic and policy challenges.

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