Gaston County School Board Faces Controversies Amid Budget Approval
Gaston County School Board OKs 2026-27 budget amid controversies over layoffs, budget cuts, and social media posts.
April 21, 2026
Gaston County School Board OKs 2026-27 budget amid controversies over layoffs, budget cuts, and social media posts.
Paul Bonesteel’s decades-long pursuit of George Masa’s story culminates in a revealing documentary premiering soon.
Catawba County Board voted for merging schools, despite opposition. Proposal awaits state approval for 2028 start.
North Carolina A&T State University honors Jesse Jackson with a service day, engaging in community projects nationwide.
Marshall unites for Blannahasset Island’s revival post-Hurricane Helene, envisioning a resilient, vibrant future.
UNC-Chapel Hill faculty adopted resolutions expressing concerns about SCiLL, a controversial civics-based program.
A military spouse advocates for stricter rules to prevent low-performing colleges from exploiting veterans’ benefits.
North Carolina sees a 50% rise in Legionnaires’ cases. Health officials advise precautions like flushing faucets regularly.
A Winston-Salem man, Bryan Castillo, charged with second-degree murder in a deputy’s death, is released on bond.
Duke Energy seeks rate hikes to cover fuel costs from January storms, impacting customers by $6.90 to $7.88 monthly.
East Charlotte residents oppose a data center rezoning; decision deferred to May 18 amid community concerns.
Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina has announced that the state’s Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has sanctioned grants totaling $1,657,500 for seven local government projects. These initiatives are expected to generate 215 jobs, with 26 already announced, and stimulate approximately $41 million in additional investment from private and public sectors.
