Gastonia man jailed in string of robberies with weapon
Brandon Darrell Fewell of Dallas was arrested in Gastonia on robbery counts after allegedly targeting four Gaston County convenience stores from Sept 30 to Oct 17. He allegedly used a handgun to steal cigarettes and cash, with totals including 190 from QuikTrip and 230 from Kangaroo Express. He faces three robbery with a dangerous weapon charges and one attempted robbery, with a $250,000 bond. He has prior felon and sex offender records.
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Gastonia
Brandon Darnell Fewell
W. Church St
Dallas
Gaston County
Kingsway
East Ozark Avenue
Fewell
Kangaroo Express
N. Chester St
Times
Belmont
Adam Lawson
Field named for late Gastonia coach Mack Hanna at Temple Baptist
The ceremony unveiled Mack Hanna Field at Temple Baptist Church, honoring the late little league coach known for his team first philosophy and strict discipline. Friends and family attended as Hanna’s son Mark recalled his focus on foundation and behavior over individual records.
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Temple Baptist Church
Gastonia
Mark Hanna
Gaston County
William “Mack
Hanna
Crowders Creek Church
Chapel Grove
Retired educator runs unopposed for Cherryville seat
Terry Usery will be the only candidate on the ballot for the Cherryville Township seat on the Gaston County Board of Education as four seats are up in the general election. Early voting started at the Gaston County Board of Elections. Usery emphasizes facility needs, anti bullying programs, and safety as priorities for Gaston County Schools.
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Cherryville
Gaston County Board of Education
Mark Upchurch
Cherryville Township
Terry Usery
Gaston County Board of Elections
Gastonia
the Gazette
Usery
Gaston County
Board of Education
Downtown Gastonia Summer Concerts Shift to Thursdays in 2017
The Gastonia East Rotary Club plans nine summer concerts from Memorial Day to Labor Day, moving from Friday to Thursday evenings to boost attendance. Rotary leaders aim to revitalize downtown and help local restaurants, noting last summer’s supplementary events failed to improve turnout. Barry Wright presented the plan to city leaders, highlighting changes and expectations for stronger engagement.
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Gastonia
Rotary Centennial Pavilion
Barry Wright
Gastonia East
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