Thought for Today Precedent Glory from Belva Lockwood
A social reformer Belva Ann Bennett Lockwood born 1830 and died 1917 is quoted on the value of each generation making its own precedents. The saying frames her legacy as a driver of reform and progress.
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Belva Ann Bennett Lockwood
Unthinkable events hit home in Gaston County views
Our Views discusses the Charleston church massacre and the Morganton arrest of a teen linked to Islamic terrorism. It argues that hate and danger can exist locally, urging readers to act on concerns, report troubling behavior, and seek trusted guidance.
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Shelby
Charleston
S.C
Morganton
Gaston County
Dylann Roof
Justin Sullivan
Roof
Sullivan
Community leaders urge NC Senate to back Gaston County needs
In a forceful appeal co authored by CareMont Health and regional groups, Gaston County leaders condemn the Senate budget as lacking public input and risking essential services. They warn tax cuts would slash funding for education health care nonprofits and economic development, urging House Governor compromise and citizen outreach.
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North Carolina Senate
Senate
Gaston County
Florida
North Carolina
Caro- Mont Regional Medical Center
House
Governor
Doug Luckett
CareMont Health
Bob Clay
Greater Gaston Development Corp
Mark Cramer
Donny Hicks
Gaston Economic Development Commission
Ann Hoscheit
Gaston Regional Chamber
Respect and understanding for Gaston County rescue groups
A retired veterinarian, Dr. Blankenship, heads Gaston County Animal Control and guides reforms to improve facility standards, daily animal inspections, staff morale, and reduced euthanasia. The writer praises legitimate rescues while criticizing groups seen as hindering protocol and funding, urging clear procedures for partnerships and a new state of the art shelter. Dr. Robert Neunzig of Dallas is noted.
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Blankenship
Gaston County
Animal Control
Dr. Blankenship
Robert Neunzig
Dallas
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