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South Carolina's transgender bathroom law now in effect for public schools
ROCK HILL, S.C. — South Carolina’s controversial school bathroom law is now in effect. It was slipped into the state budget and requires students to use bathrooms based on their biological sex. A couple of months ago, lawmakers were working on this legislation in the South Carolina State...
Stanley Middle School team achieves top scores in environmental competition
A team from Stanley Middle School was the highest scoring public school team in the North Carolina Envirothon, a state environmental science competition. Envirothon is coordinated by Soil and Water Conservation districts, and it's the largest environmental science competition in the world, said Erin Hines, Gaston County's environmental educator, in a meeting of...
Old castle hidden beneath NC's largest sand dune fully visible again
NAGS HEAD, N.C. — Thousands of families visit the Outer Banks to climb the incredible sand dunes at Jockey's Ridge each year. Many have no idea, however, what's hidden beneath the 400 acres of sand that covers the largest active dune on the East Coast. Is it an illusion?...
Charlotte working to address rise in panhandlers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — From intersections to sidewalks, panhandlers are setting up in Charlotte in search of help. It’s a complex issue that’s leading to frustration for some who say the act puts their safety at risk. Fred Royer lives in Uptown and says he now wears a...
Gaston County opens cooling station
With extreme temperatures across the region, Gaston County Emergency Medical Services and Gaston County Community Support Services have partnered with The Salvation Army and opened a public cooling station to help those in need. The cooling station is at The Salvation Army Center of Hope in Downtown Gastonia, 107 S....
Construction Notice At Lincoln County DSS July 8-12
LINCOLNTON, N.C. - Beginning Monday, July 8, 2024, The Main Entrance Of Lincoln County DSS will be blocked for installation of replacement sliding glass doors. Entry to the main lobby of DSS will be re-routed. Expect to see signage for directions. If assistance is needed for entry, please call 704-732-0738.
Meck Co. officials give $600 allowance to some formerly incarcerated individuals
Mecklenburg County officials are giving some formerly incarcerated people a hand up after leaving the detention center. People who qualify can get up to $600 in an account to pay for essentials.
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