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Hobbies, Books, & CraftsRelive Saturday mornings: Back in Time Collectibles is a Gastonia go-to for vintage toys and pop culture finds, from Power Rangers and Transformers to retro games, comics, and movies.
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NC’s statewide grades, test scores are out. See how your student’s school stacks up
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction has released its school performance grades, which are based on testing data and academic growth.
Full story at charlotteobserver.com ↗
Melania Trump to visit Ashe County as Trump campaigns in Gastonia this week
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are scheduled to make separate visits to North Carolina this week, with the president campaigning in Gastonia and the first lady visiting Ashe County.
Full story at yahoo.com ↗
Two Kings Casino nears completion - The Gaffney Ledger
The Catawba Nation's Two Kings Casino is set to open next spring, with a $1.25 billion casino in Kings Mountain, N.C.
Full story at gaffneyledger.com ↗
Ghost Tours On the Square Starting October 2nd
The popular Friday night Haunted Ghost Tours on the Court Square in Dallas, North Carolina, are set to begin on October 2nd.
Full story at gastongov.com ↗
NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson Urges EPA To Track Microplastics in Drinking Water
North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson has urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to add microplastics to its Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule.
Full story at whky.com ↗
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