Our View: State starts opioid addiction battle with treatment
Our view lauds General Assembly steps to curb opioid abuse through treatment over punishment. It notes a $5 million yearly state investment funded by a $31.2 million federal grant, cites CastLight Health rankings for Fayetteville and others, and urges far larger ongoing funding and expanded programs to win a long war on addiction.
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Thought of the Day by Arthur C Clarke
A witty Clarke quip about intelligent life in the universe. He suggests the cosmos may be full of smart beings already but too smart to visit Earth. The remark blends science fiction wit with a humorous take on interstellar contact.
Editor letters policy and contact details from Gaston Gazette
The Gaston Gazette outlines letter submission rules requiring writers name address and daytime phone number. Letters may be edited for length clarity and accuracy with a preferred 300 words or less. One letter published every 15 days. Submissions may be mailed to P O Box 1538 Gastonia NC 28053 or sent by fax or email to GastonGazette com opining channel.
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Do It Yourself Roots of modern life and its hidden costs
David Weintraub outlines how early mountain communities lived with scarce resources, built homes from forest materials, and foraged for food and herbs. He argues that today's conveniences raise taxes and debt, erode health self sufficiency, and reduce communal life, urging renewed DIY gardens and neighborly sharing.
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North Carolina
Skeeter the mosquito mascot draws $3600 debate
Officials defend a $3600 purchase for a giant mosquito character citing prevention benefits amid concerns about public reception and child fear. The April event is highlighted as Skeeter’s high point, with questions about past and future appearances and audience reach for the rest of the year.
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