Gastonia Ward 5 Candidates Face Questions From Voters
The Gastonia City Council Ward 5 race features candidates detailing why they run, views on the new recycling program, downtown revival funding, and property taxes. Jamey Henson cites budget scrutiny and public input, while responses from other contenders emphasize private investment, efficiency, and accountability.
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Gastonia candidates share plans for taxes and city growth
Two local residents portering public service careers, Porter McAteer and an architect candidate, outline opposing and supportive views on waste funding, tax policy, and downtown revitalization. McAteer, 72, seeks council with no trash fee and caution on debt. architect, 40, pledges tax restraint and smart budgets while boosting central business district via public private partnerships.
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Shelby teen bonded out after murder arrest in Myrtle Beach
Adam Dwiggins, 18, released on 100000 bond and placed under house arrest after seven weeks in jail for stabbing 17 year old Dalton Fitch in Myrtle Beach. Conditions require staying at grandparents home with restricted outside access. family faces penalties if rules are broken.
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Fair siblings enter items at state fair shows creativity
Ruth and her siblings Guy Joseph and Sophie enter honey skirts and horticultural items with notes from judges guiding improvement. Ruth credits mother Cheree and grandmother Shirley Gray for crafts training. Cheree Perkins says children look forward to state fair displays against others, learning where food comes from despite a digital age.
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Veterans seek new access points for benefits in Gaston County
Veterans seeking services in Gaston County now need to call and schedule visits at the Goodwill Job Connection on Broad Street, the Job Link Career Center in the N C Employment Security Commission area, or at the Job Link Center on the Kimbrell Campus of Gaston College Belmont. County officials and veterans leaders varied on whether the changes improve accessibility, with calls for a Cherryville office and concerns about service quality.
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