Kings Mountain Police Chief Melvin Proctor to retire after 30 years
After three decades at the Kings Mountain Police Department Chief Melvin Proctor will retire June 30. He led 34 full time officers and helped secure over 1 million dollars in grants while promoting community policing. Interim plans include in-house and external search with Capt. Jerry Tessneer as interim if needed. Proctor will remain active as interim pastor and enjoy time with family, grandchildren, and hobbies.
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Belmont cafe to undergo general renovation by local builders
Belmon t based Cherubs Cafe plans a total makeover funded by donated grants and discounted services from supporters. Bower Traust Construction will oversee the project at Holy Angels Cotton Candy Factory site in Belmont. Nance expects a brighter dining room and modest menu tweaks, with chicken salad cravings noted by customers.
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Saint Michael eighth graders graduate with new Principal's Award
Chloe Hildabrand and Audrey Hubbard received the Mother Margaret Mary and Father Gregory awards at Saint Michael as 22 eighth graders prepare to attend seven different high schools. Emma Hughnett earned the new Principal's Award, while students Mallory Gardner and Christopher Kurtiak reflected on leaving the school after 10 years. Principal Sheila Levesque shared a Dr. Seuss quote as Lauren Andrews was listed with contact details.
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Woman allegedly hid drugs at Gaston County Jail
Gastonia woman Krista Roderick, 25, was found inside Gaston County Jail with methamphetamine and up to a half ounce of marijuana. Police say she intended to manufacture or distribute and provided a false identity during arrest attempts, with three arrest warrants and a $110900 bond.
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Grants fund 42 projects in Gaston County schools
The Gaston County Education Foundation will award more than 1 million in Ensley grants across 22 schools for 42 projects. Initiatives include empathy and diversity training, reading literacy, video work with green screens, and learning with LEGOs. Retiring foundation head Stultz praised teachers and donors, with Amy Spencer set to succeed her.
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