Obama hails Korea trade deal as a bipartisan win
President Barack Obama joined South Korean President Lee Myung-bak at the White House to announce the long delayed Korea free trade pact. He touted boosts of 11 billion dollars in exports and 70 000 jobs, while leveling the playing field for American automakers. Lee called the agreement a turning point in the alliance and historic milestone as lawmakers in Seoul consider ratification. The leaders planned to tour a GM plant in Detroit and sit for a joint session of Congress later.
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Textile workers warn trade deal with Korea hurts jobs
In North Carolina, textile lawmakers oppose the U S Korea free trade agreement as proponents tout job growth and GDP gains. NCTO led a push against it citing enforcement gaps and risk of cheap imports flooding the market. Parkdale Mills CEO Andy Warlick criticizes NAFTA rhetoric and warns exports may not rise.
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Rides for Rent Open in Gastonia at Green Way Cycle Rentals
Green Way Cycle Rentals began at Lineberger Park offering adult and cargo trikes, a tandem bike, and kids trail-a-bikes. Rentals cost 5 dollars per hour with photo ID required and helmets for riders under 16. Owner Robert Stroud promotes a community friendly, healthy option along the Avon Catawba Greenway. Website and Facebook pages provide more details.
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Green Way Cycle Rentals at Lineberger Park
Green Way Cycle Rentals operates Saturdays and Sundays at 632 E. Garrison Blvd. through October 23, from 10 a.m. to dusk. Local residents can rent bikes at the Lineberger Park location for weekend excursions.
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Probing Banks Debit Fees Prompt Antitrust Probe
Democratic lawmakers urge Attorney General Holder to investigate Bank of America and other major banks for potential antitrust violations over new monthly debit card fees. Rep. Peter Welch notes lack of evidence of collusion but calls the timing suspicious amid consumer outrage. Banks cite Fed swipe-fee caps as rationale.
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