Gaston County Cancels Annual Cotton Ginning Festival
The Gaston County Parks and Recreation Department canceled their Cotton Ginning Days Festival this fall due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to a news release.
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Gastonia Police Arrest A Man Suspected To Be Involved In A Shooting That Injured 2
The Gastonia Police Department arrested 25-year-old Anton Harris in connection to a shooting that occurred August 3rd that injured two people, according to a news release.
Atrium Health Helps Protect Students and Teachers For Back To School
As the new school year rapidly approaches, educators and parents are continuing to look for the best ways to help make sure students remain healthy amid the coronavirus pandemic. Building upon Atrium Health’s trusted resources, products, and services for employers, Charlotte Country Day School has formed a partnership with the system to help students, teachers, and staff safely return to school.
Ex-Covenant Day School Teacher Sentenced To 6 Years In Prison For Receiving Child Pornography
U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell sentenced the Matthews teacher to six years in prison, and ten years of supervised release, for receiving child pornography, according to a news release.
Construction Begins On Mixed-Use Project, Elizabeth on Seventh, In Community Near Uptown Charlotte
Construction officially begun on Elizabeth on Seventh, a mixed-use project, at the intersection of East 7th and North Caswell Road in the Elizabeth neighborhood in Charlotte.
North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis Introduces A Bill To Help Veterans Exposed To Toxic Substances
Senator Thom Tillis introduced a bill that would improve health care and benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances, according to a news release.
Most NC Parents Won't Have Option To Send Kid Back To School
When K-12 public school students in North Carolina resume classes this fall, the vast majority of them will be sitting at home in front of a computer screen.
Troopers: Overturned Tractor Trailer Accident On I-77 South In Iredell County, Highway Shutdown Until 5 P.M.
The NC State Highway Patrol says a tractor-trailer, hauling plastic recyclables, overturned on Interstate 77 Southbound in Iredell County Friday morning resulting in a portion of the highway shutting down.
Sold Out Avett Brothers Show At Charlotte Motor Speedway To Be Streamed Live On Pay Per View
The Avett Brothers have partnered with nugs.net to livestream their sold-out, once-in-a-lifetime performance from Charlotte Motor Speedway. Fans can tune in on Saturday, Aug. 29 at 8:30 p.m. ET.
Caldwell Correctional Center Prisoner Dies From COVID-19
An offender housed at Caldwell Correctional Center who tested positive for COVID-19 has died at the hospital as a result of pre-existing conditions complicated by COVID-19.
McCaffrey: I Should Be No. 1 Pick In Fantasy Football Drafts
Christian McCaffrey has left no doubt as to who he thinks should be the No. 1 pick in this year’s fantasy football drafts.
Bar Owners Look For Alternatives As NC Health Officials Warn Of Their Dangers During The Pandemic
After four years in business, Abari Game bar in NODA is closing for good. The owner posted on Facebook that they would be unable to stay at their current location since they are unable to open under the state’s phase two reopen plan.
Cleveland County Rescue Mission Will Hold A Drive-Through School Supply Drive
Cleveland County Rescue Mission (CCRM) will hold it's first-annual "Back to School Bash," on August 14th where they will give school supplies to children in need, according to a news release.
North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis Introduces A Bankruptcy Relief Bill For Landlords And Tenants
Republican Senator Thom Tillis introduced a bill that would change bankruptcy law to be more flexible providing relief to landlords and tenants amidst the pandemic, according to a news release.
Kings Mountain Police Charge A Man In A Stabbing
Kings Mountain police charged David Chambers with assault with a deadly weapon, after they responded to a stabbing shortly before 12 p.m. on August 5th on Cleveland Avenue.
New Dental Office Coming Soon To Charlotte
Christopher McCain, DMD will soon be offering dental services to the community of Charlotte at his brand-new office, Dental Care at Berewick. The new full-service, state-of-the-art family dental practice is set to open on Thursday, August 20.
North Carolina State Prison Officials Finish Mass COVID-19 Testing
State prison officials say 2.1 percent of North Carolina offenders have tested positive for coronavirus.
Gov. Cooper: Trump's Coronavirus Strategy 'Nonexistent'
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper said Thursday during an interview with The Associated Press that President Donald Trump’s administration still lacks a sufficient strategy to tackle the coronavirus pandemic.
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