Momentum to abolish the Education Department outlined
The piece argues for ending the Education Department as part of a GOP reform plan. It notes a 2 percent admin cap on Title I funds, a shift of certain programs to other agencies, and states that dismantling the department would require bold action by both houses to fulfill Reagan's decommissioning pledge.
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National Education Association
U.S. Department of Education
Department of Education
Washington
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Ronald Reagan
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Prince Charles Opens Historic Irish Visit First Since 1911
The article notes Prince Charles making the first official royal visit to Ireland since 1911, following a recent IRA cease-fire. It frames the trip as a gesture toward mending long grudges and advancing neighborly relations, while previewing international attention on Windsor Castle’s royals.
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Prince Charles
Ireland
Irish Republican Army
Britain
County budget debate highlights beloved programs at risk
County Manager Phil Hinely presents two budgets to the Gaston County Commissioners. Chuck Hall warns a 5 percent cut will hit popular programs, including libraries, while urging protection of services.
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Phil Hinely
Chuck Hall
Gaston County
Prostate Invitational Tennis Weekend At Davidson College
A colorful weekend at Davidson College features the Fourth Annual Prostate Invitational Tennis Tournament. Players like Phil Coyle Henry White and Henry Eaird compete for coveted cups amid humorous tales of pills aging and camaraderie among twelve seasoned men. Awards end in a dead heat with Coyle Eaird and Williams.
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Lake Norman
Cotton Bill Lawson
Lawson
Coyle
Eaird
Williams
Task force survey prompts critique of government programs
Denyse Evans of Dallas voices concern about a Gaston County Crime and Drug Task Force survey. She argues such surveys are vague and used to justify more government programs and tax increases, warning of loss of rights and increased control by officials.
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Gaston County Crime and Drug Task Force
Denyse Evans
Dalas
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