Second-degree murder plea in 71-year-old Henson case
Brittney Gidney pleaded guilty for a second time to second-degree murder in the 2018 killing of Brenda Campbell Henson. The case, tied to Marcus Meadows and Robert Metcalfe, involved a truck dispute and a fatal stabbing at a Mary Avenue residence. Gidney received seven to 10 years in prison after the agreement to testify against Meadows.
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Brittney
Diane Gidney
Brenda Campbell Henson
Henson
Robert Bryan Metcalfe
Mary Avenue
Gidney
Marcus Anthony Meadows
Meadows
Metcalfe
David Franceschelli
Ms. Henson
Franceschelli
Zachary Holeve
Holeve
Superior Court
David Phillips
Phillips
FLEX program to curb dropouts in Gaston County Schools
Gaston County Schools approved a FLEX program to help students facing life challenges stay enrolled. The 22 hour accredited online program offers a free local alternative to James Madison High School online, with in person sessions four days per week. The district will exhaust traditional options first and requires attendance in person to complete the diploma.
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Gaston County
Rebekka Powers
Powers
FLEX
James Madison High School Online
Gaston County Rugby to Host Free Youth Summer Camp
Gaston County Rugby Football Club offers a free youth camp for players ages 6 to 16 this summer. Secretary John Lenti says the program builds decision making, resilience, and friendships. Last year about 30 kids attended daily and organizers aim to reach more this year. The camp runs 6:30 to 8 p.m. each Thursday at Martha Rivers Park in Gastonia, with registration at GastonCountyRugby.com/YouthRugby.
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County Rugby
Gaston County Rugby Football Club
John Lenti
Martha Rivers Park 1525
Hawkins Road
Gastonia
GastonCountyRugby.com
Gaston County Rugby Club
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