Gastonia to raze Sears property for Franklin district stadium
City Council approved nearly 4 million to buy 16 acres west of downtown for the Franklin Urban Sports and Entertainment district. A new baseball stadium could cost 10 to 15 million. demolition of the Sears buildings to begin within weeks after closing. environmental and asbestos tests completed. total purchase 372,500 plus 450,000 for demolition and abatement. Remaining 10 acres include Budget Inn Fab-Tec building and Trenton Mill with various tenants. 60-day due diligence then 30 days to close on each sale.
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Gastonia council commits nearly 4 million to urban district plan
The Gastonia City Council has allocated almost 4 million dollars to begin redeveloping land in the Franklin Urban Sports and Entertainment district. Funds cover bulk of site costs for four parcels including former Sears, Budget Inn motel, Fab Tec plant, and Trenton Mill Site, plus demolition and abatement estimates.
Clinton Defends Women as Trump Attacks at Debate
The debate features Clinton denouncing Trump’s comments on women while Trump interrupts and attacks Clinton, denying policy specifics on replacing Obamacare. The town hall style session in St Louis includes undecided voters and tense exchanges, with neither side extending a handshake at center stage.
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Flood ravages Carolinas as Tar River rises again
Severe flooding from rainfall and rising Tar River forces widespread evacuations in Princeville and surrounding towns. Power outages exceed a million as Interstate 95 segments close. Rescuers pull a large family from rising waters and save a 63-year-old woman in Wilson County. A child recalls fear as floodwaters surged and a guard swimmer aided victims.
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Wilson County
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Unsolved 1980 Gastonia killing remains mystery
The July 18 1980 Gastonia Gazette reported Griffin’s wallet missing after an attack at his home. No forced entry or murder weapon found. Griffin, a disabled former mill worker, showed money in his wallet. Police interviewed 15 to 20 people with robbery as likely motive. no charges filed. Family recalls red hair clues and blood in the home.
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Gastonia Gazette
Grady Rhyne
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Social Security Administration
Carl Abernethy
Gastonia
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