Our Views on Freedom and Self-Rule
Editorial reflecting on freedom as self-control and personal sovereignty. Emphasizes equal rights endowed by a Creator, resistance to government overreach, and the duty to preserve life and property while pursuing broader liberty.
Gastonia Earns All-America City Designation
The National Civic League awarded Gastonia its third All-America City title after a week of judging in Kansas City. Delegation stories highlighted Hope, Gaston, Run for the Money and everyday victories, while Lakers great James Worthy spoke on giving back to the community.
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National Civic League
Gastonia
Hope
Gaston
Los Angeles Lakers
James Worthy
Good Dads and Good Families on Father's Day
A reflective piece celebrating Fathers Day highlights a father's presence as key to a child's development. It argues that a loving two-parent home offers a fuller perspective, and commends dads who support and guide children beyond basic duties.
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Mom
Local firm signs to build Gastonia conference center
The article reports a local firm signing a contract to construct the Gastonia conference center. It discusses feasibility of maintaining a year round bookings and compares to Charlotte. It notes public interest and digests community impact. No other major details are provided.
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Gastonia
Charlotte
Cartooning the News and Reader Reactions Explored
In reflecting on editorial cartoons and reader feedback, the piece notes how satire often angers or amuses audiences. It recounts examples from politics and media, emphasizes humor over precise events, and stresses editorial judgment in balancing edginess with taste while citing post 9/11 twin towers cartoons as a notable success.
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Capitol
Obama
Fox News
Tim Russert
Meet the Press
Russert
Arlen Specter
New York City
Barry Bridges
Bbridges
Gastongazette
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