Freedom and self-control promote rights and progress
An editorial emphasizes individual freedom as the basis for preserving life and property, arguing that people are endowed by their Creator with rights not granted by government. It frames freedom as self-control and calls for readers to defend and extend liberty for themselves and others.
Hospice House marks 30 years aiding Gaston County families
Gaston Hospice celebrates three decades of care from home visits to hospital and nursing home support, grief counseling, and palliative services. Robin Johnson House opened in 2007 with expansion four years later. Richard Lahm now leads efforts to expand outreach and move the message upstream.
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Neighbors for Equality denounces editor’s Masquerade of Equality
Tyler J. McCall and Collyn Warner, co founders of Neighbors for Equality in Boiling Springs, push back against a letter to the editor calling same sex marriage a masquerade for equality and argue LGBTQ people fight for fundamental human rights. They cite social security health care tax breaks visitation rights child custody and joint parenting amid concerns over harmful comparisons to bisexuality and sex with children while urging societal change supported by recent studies on youth suicide attempts among LGBTQ youths.
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Beating the drum for average Americans
James Randolph of Gastonia shares a critical view of Obama’s unions and taxation, arguing that high costs come from unions and the rich, not the poor. He recalls factory work, Walmart purchases, and the impact of outsourcing on American jobs and pride.
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Wonder what ends up at the old Target site
Local chatter centers on what will replace the former Target store site as redevelopment plans move forward. Community members ask what businesses or public spaces might occupy the location and how it will affect traffic and nearby services.
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