Commissioners take reins on the budget
County commissioners discard two proposed budgets one cutting 5 percent and another raising the tax rate by 10 cents. They will craft their own plan, weigh what county programs to fund or drop, and consider trimming nonessential services while weighing the impact of tax increases and layoffs.
Government speeds license renewals to five years
A state plans five year driver license renewals aligning with 25th 30th 35th birthdays to cut processing. Officials estimate savings of about 1.5 million dollars annually in reduced renewals, proving a pragmatic reform in public administration.
Brainwashing in education sparks religious right debate
Thomas Sowell argues that public schools promote countercultural ideas and attack traditional values. He critiques the framing of prayer in schools, contends the First Amendment history, and urges conservatives to seek broader alliance battles beyond school prayer.
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Mountain of food aids thousands for months to come
On May 13 Crisis Assistance Ministry received more than nine tons of food collected by the Gastonia branch of the National Association of Letter Carriers. The drive showed a strong partnership among CAM, postal workers, and the Gastonia community, with thanks to coordinator Johnny Holland and many volunteers and donors.
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Stand Up For High Shoals Challenging City Leadership
Roma Clark of High Shoals urges residents to oppose council actions tied to a new police chief and criticizes city recreation spending. She argues the council mishandled closures, taxes, and programs, calling for taxpayer activism and city accountability.
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