Political officials pursue deal to derail budget train wreck
Washington Republicans and the Clinton administration near a six week funding accord. Democrats warn that GOP cuts in three 1996 spending bills are drastic and will force presidential vetoes. Senate Republicans show opposition to restoring funds for Clinton's national service program by a 52 47 vote.
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Senators split on restoring AmeriCorps funding in a near party-line vote
North Carolina Senators Lauch Faircloth and Jesse Helms both voted no on a measure to restore AmeriCorps funding. The plan failed 52 to 47, leaving $475 million for education aid to youths performing community service at risk. Both sides sought a deal to fund the government through November 13.
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Hospital Room Wedding Ends Seventeen-Year Wait
Dee Dee and Steve Phillips wed in a hospital room after 17 years together. Rev. Jerry Millwood Sr. performed the ceremony with eight relatives and eight hospital staff present. The nurse singers led a prayer and the couple shared a long kiss as they became husband and wife.
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Olympic ticket lottery leaves 37,180 without shows
Donna Rypel and another local, E, are among 37,180 people in Greater Gaston who ordered Olympic tickets but received nothing after Ethery lost in the FairTix random drawing. Officials noted high demand as 13 percent were left empty, while locals like Home Depot staff described strong booklet pickup and interest in attending the 1996 Atlanta events.
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Pants and pantsuits spar over court attire and sexism
Ms. Robinson defends wearing pants to court while Heather Smith prefers a pantsuit. Judge Wilson discusses attire and gender bias. Smith could not enter a guilty plea for a firearms case, and the client will plead later at a different date.
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Anti-gang prosecutor shot to death outside train station
An anti-gang task force state prosecutor was fatally shot by a hooded teenager outside a commuter rail station, in what police describe as possibly an assassination. Investigators search the scene as authorities quote a captain noting a stark escalation.
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Judge signs conviction bid in tenant slayings case in NC
A North Carolina man faces trial after a Tuesday judge ruled there is sufficient evidence in the killings of three tenants and two tenants’ friends at a house he owned in Redding. The same day, Mr. Rogers of public television argued that television can enrich lives if it avoids pure commercial focus.
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Bombed Oklahoma City area shows ghost town aftermath
In downtown Oklahoma City the April 19 bombing’s damaged area resembles a ghost town feared by observers. In Washington, President Clinton calls the Bosnian accord a big step toward peace amid war’s divide. Authorities file murder charges against two gang members for shooting a 3 year old girl in a car that ventured onto a gang street.
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Tejano Star's Accused Killer Heads to Court Next Month
Officials urge fans to stay away as Selena's alleged killer faces court in town early next month. Also, George Burns cancels Palace appearance on his 100th birthday, with plans unclear.
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Beebe healthy as Panthers’ deep threat setup grows
Panthers wide receiver Don Beebe returns to form after a rib injury and aims to be Carolina’s main long ball threat. Hornets free agents Joe Wolf and Greg Sutton near contract renewals with Rafael Addison possible this week as roster rounds out. East Gaston’s football program shines with a 4-1 start led by Rashad Armstrong’s defense.
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A Matthews Awning Moves to Gaston County
A Matthews Awnings relocates to Gaston County this year under new ownership aimed at returning the business to its home roots. The move reflects a strategic shift to expand local operations and serve more clients in the region.
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Red Ribbon Dinner fundraiser aids Gaston AIDS groups
Cooks throughout Gaston participate in A Red Ribbon Dinner For Friends this Friday to raise funds for three AIDS organizations in the area. Incumbent Mayor Jerry Campbell wins the primary amid challengers. The county health clinic director threatens resignation if calls for changes go unmet. Churches seek open pages of revered texts to share with communities. Jessie Falls earns NC Bowling Hall of Fame by striking pins.
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