Are Dems union roots beginning to wither
A labor historian notes the historical ties between the Democratic Party and unions, citing Roosevelt era cooperation and current examples like President Biden joining UAW strikers. The piece frames a question about whether union influence in Democratic politics is waning.
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Gaston County approves incentive grant for Nexus project
The Gaston County Board of Commissioners unanimously approves an incentive grant for a 170000 square foot shell building in Gastonia. The project, code named Project Nexus, would sit on Cox Road near a rail line and across from Piedmont Plastic Surgery. Potential tenants could boost industrial development in the county. details remain unreleased as the Gastonia City Council may also weigh in.
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Area senior awarded prestigious Coolidge Scholarship
South Point High School senior James Dover was chosen as one of five winners from 4100 applicants for the Coolidge Scholarship. The award covers four years of college, room and board, tuition, and expenses, supporting his public service focus and academic excellence. Dover’s activities include leading NC’s only Junior National Association of the Deaf chapter, mentoring for Beginnings for Parents of Deaf or Hard of Hearing, and participating in the Alexander Graham Bell Foundation leadership conference. He and his brothers also started a Belmont Chapter of Abilities Tennis to aid the community.
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Note on Labor Day publishing and eNewspaper access
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