Today in history - Happy Valentine's Day
Today is Thursday, Feb. 14, the 45th day of 2013. There are 320 days left in the year. This is Valentine's Day. Today's Highlight in History: On Feb. 14, 1963, Federico Fellini's art-house classic...
View ArticleAsh Wednesday, the season of reflection begins
Lent began Wednesday with Catholics and Protestants across Gaston County bearing crosses of ash upon their foreheads. On Ash Wednesday, the ashes of burnt palm branches from last year’s Passion...
View ArticleAccused thief in trouble again
A man recently arrested for allegedly stealing a handgun from a local pawn shop now faces additional charges after a day-long crime spree, according to Shelby Police. Police said Brandon Leon Wilson,...
View ArticlePizza man loves to dance
Paul Goodwin has always loved to dance. Goodwin, who twirls signs and dances to advertise Little Caesar's on South Lafayette Street, said he started dancing for a job when in Miami, Fla. “I was just...
View ArticleScholar-athlete attended presidential inauguration
A South Point senior calls his baseball teammates “family” because they encourage and respect one another. MyKel Davis of Belmont plans to attend college after graduation, but he’ll miss his friends...
View ArticleMan, woman accused of assaulting pregnant woman
A Gastonia man and woman face assault charges after an incident that reportedly happened on Feb. 12, according to arrest warrants. Brian Zachary Green, 23, of 2807 Gail Ave., is accused of striking a...
View ArticleDaily calls for service - 2/14/13
Daily Calls for Service Blotter Calls Created From: 2/13/13 7:00 am To: 2/14/13 7:00 am See the ""Agency Code Legend"" at the end of this report for a list of agencies included in this report and the...
View ArticleWhat brought the police to your neighborhood? 2/14/13
Daily Crime Blotter - List of Police Reports Taken by the City of Gastonia & the Gaston County Police Departments Cases Entered From: 2/13/13 7:00 am To: 2/14/13 7:00 am Print Date: 2/14/13 Anyone...
View ArticleWho got arrested? 2/14/13
Daily Arrest Blotter - List of Arrests Made by the Gastonia Police Department, Gaston County Police Department & Gaston County Sheriff's Office Arrests Which Occurred From: 2/12/13 12:00 am To:...
View ArticleNC teen sent to prison for shooting classmate
CUMBERLAND COUNTY. — A 17-year-old boy will spend the next 12 to 15 years in prison for shooting and seriously injuring a North Carolina high school student. Charles Underwood admitted Wednesday to...
View ArticleToday in History - The city of St. Louis was established
Today is Friday, Feb. 15, the 46th day of 2013. There are 319 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Feb. 15, 1933, President-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt escaped an assassination...
View ArticleMan lucky to forget eventful Monday morning
Phil Firrantello sat in his Ford Focus at a red light Monday morning. He’d just finished the overnight shift at work and was on the way home when he lost consciousness. The Gastonia man got knocked...
View ArticleMan accused of breaking into church
A Gastonia man faces charges he broke into New Creation Church, 1468 W. Airline Ave., Gastonia, on Feb. 10, according to arrest warrants. Stephan Terrell Rhyne, 28, of 905 Brandon St. is accused of...
View ArticleGardner-Webb grads reunite, marry after half-century apart
Mic Morrow stood by his wife’s side as she fought for seven years before losing her battle with cancer. Having spent 46 years together, adjusting to life without Shirley was more than challenging....
View ArticleGaston County leaders to vote on merger of DSS, Health Department
Gaston County commissioners could vote to merge their two largest departments in two weeks, potentially giving them more direct oversight on spending and other key decisions. A vote will likely be...
View ArticleHealth Department, DSS would merge under county plan
Gaston County commissioners could vote to merge their two largest departments in two weeks, potentially giving them more direct oversight on spending and other key decisions. A vote will likely be...
View Article10 Gaston County employees who made a difference
Ten men and women were recognized this month for their exemplary service to Gaston County. The 2012 Gaston County Employee of the Year Awards were presented during a lunchtime ceremony Feb. 8 in the...
View ArticleDaily calls for service - 2/15/13
Daily Calls for Service Blotter Calls Created From: 2/14/13 7:00 am To: 2/15/13 7:00 am See the ""Agency Code Legend"" at the end of this report for a list of agencies included in this report and the...
View ArticleWhat brought the police to your neighborhood? 2/15/13
Daily Crime Blotter - List of Police Reports Taken by the City of Gastonia & the Gaston County Police Departments Cases Entered From: 2/14/13 7:00 am To: 2/15/13 7:00 am Print Date: 2/15/13 Anyone...
View ArticleWho got arrested? 2/15/13
Daily Arrest Blotter - List of Arrests Made by the Gastonia Police Department, Gaston County Police Department & Gaston County Sheriff's Office Arrests Which Occurred From: 2/13/13 12:00 am To:...
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