Do/2A Daughter, mother plan double wedding in Gastonia
Ida Hoyle and her daughter Stephanie will marry the same day to their respective partners, Terry Floyd and William Jackson, in a joint ceremony at Center Baptist Church. Stephanie, the youngest of six, proposed the idea after both became engaged around the same time. The notion surprised neighbors and even their pastor.
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Vacation Bible school adapts to modern schedules in Belmont
Belmont's Vacation Bible School enters a new era as families with two working parents shift to one week programs held in the evenings. Julie Fisher, director at First Baptist Church, says the change uses prepackaged lessons to coordinate everything from plans to music while aiming to reach younger participants.
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Senate Prods Bush Over Jobless Benefits Extension
Senate votes to extend unemployment benefits for long term jobseekers in recession era. Bush opposes the plan citing permanent changes and excess generosity. If vetoed, hundreds of thousands could lose aid after July 4 as 9.5 million seek work and weekly payments average 170 dollars.
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Coming Sunday residents of The Block face fear
Residents of The Block are described as living in fear with tensions rising ahead of a Sunday event. Local officials urge calm while residents report unease and potential clashes in the area. No arrests are mentioned.
Election Day trial ordered for Weinberger
Former Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger pleaded innocent to five counts of perjury obstruction and false statements in the Iran Contra affair. Judge Hogan set November 2 as the provisional trial start, with Deputy Independent Counsel Gillen predicting a three to seven week trial. The case could pose political embarrassment for President Bush over Reagan era meetings.
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Local Classifieds and Notices Snapshot
A compact bulletin notes regional business listings and cross sections including Abby Lincolnton Charlotte and Gastonia with contact numbers. It previews a recyclable process piece and a forecast of partly cloudy skies with highs around 83 and lows near 63.
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