Sightseeing plane crashes near Lake Mead kill ten
A twin-engine Cessna 402 returning from a Grand Canyon flight crashed near the Hualapai Indian Reservation on Lake Mead's south shore. All ten aboard died including the pilot and nine passengers. The aircraft was taking off from Grand Canyon West Airstrip en route to Las Vegas, about 75 miles away.
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Bush to visit July Fourth celebration in Rowan County
In Rowan County a small town of 558 people expects President George Bush to arrive between 2 and 3 p.m. for a post parade visit during the July Fourth event. Mayor Judy Hampton said the crowd could reach 30,000 to 40,000 and the president may mingle and possibly speak from the bandstand. The town awaits official word while excitement runs high.
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Mothers and daughters share wedding in joint ceremony
Brenda Boyce directs a unique wedding as Ida Thompson, her daughter Stephanie, and Ida’s son Ronald Sr. prepare to give Ida away with Keith assisting Stephanie. Family roles include ushers bridesmaids and ringbearers. The plan strengthens bonds and trims costs on catering and flowers.
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Bible school shifts from flag pledges to new theme lessons
Vacation Bible schools mix tradition with modern programs to draw adults and youths alike. Teachers describe unchanged core: Bible lessons and music, while classrooms showcase new themes such as Son Mountain and prepackaged curricula. Leaders stress balancing old rites with inclusive approaches to reach more people.
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Supreme Court curbs rally fee power in Forsyth case
A 5-4 Supreme Court ruling limits local government authority to charge rally fees. Forsyth County Georgia’s ordinance required upfront payments up to $1000 per day, seen as hindering First Amendment rights after 1987 clashes between civil rights marchers and the Ku Klux Klan.
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Lottery supporters face stiff odds for referendum timing
Former aides to Sen. Jesse Helms' Foreign Relations Committee say their stance is vindicated after a report claimed POWs could be in Soviet hands. The group warns time is short to push a referendum this session in the General Assembly.
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Ice-T boycott expands with third nationwide chain
A third national record store chain joins the boycott of Ice-T's Cop Killer amid controversy over the song's lyric die pigs die. Boxer Mike Tyson spends 24 hours in an isolation cell at his request before CBS airs an interview in which he says prisoners and guards harassed him.
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Wayne Drumheller to lead United Way of Gaston County
Wayne Drumheller longtime United Way executive from Waynesboro Va begins his role as president of the United Way of Gaston County on Monday. He has been with the United Way since 1986 and most recently served the United Way of Wake County. Father's Day celebration marks its 20th birthday.
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Charlotte Symphony Opens Pops in the Park Series
The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra begins its summer Pops in the Park series this Sunday at the band shell. Margaritaville seats remain for Jimmy Buffett’s audience tonight. Gastonia native Maria Howell performs Sunday at Carowinds Palladium, adding a soulful ballad showcase.
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CK Federal Savings Bank to be bought for 32.4 million
CK Federal Savings Bank of Concord with nine offices including Gastonia will be acquired by an Alabama bank for 32.4 million. The deal was announced by both banks. Polyester may transition from apparel fabric to car shells and aircraft parts. George Bush faced intense pressure and declined to sign treaties, asserting leadership in national interest.
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Gordon Weekley the Liar Across Faith and Self
The Rev Gordon Weekley emerges as a skilled liar to himself not to his Providence Baptist Church family or wife and four sons. The excerpt notes his self-deception and explores whether the Bible bans interracial marriage with Billy Graham providing commentary. Dick Vitale planned a talk show with Jim Valvano, who later faced cancer. Ford swept the Miller Genuine Draft 400 led by Davey Allison, defending race champion. Gil Morgan aimed for a figure like Nadia Comaneci and Bo Derek in the U S Open. Henry Williams of UC Charlotte faces a tough transition from shooting guard to point guard in the NBA.
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Weather snapshot for North Carolina coast and Piedmont
Regional forecast with highs mostly mid 80s to low 90s. Gastonia Greensboro Hickory Raleigh Durham Wilmington show clear to partly sunny conditions with low rain chances. Beach forecast calls for partly sunny skies and highs near 85 to 89.
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