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Cluster Home Ordinances Spark Debate; Other Topics Discussed

05/15/2024
Richard Elam, the planning and zoning director, addressing the Cherryville City Council. Monday, May 13, 2024, by...
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Gaston County State of Emergency Lifted After Storm Recovery

05/11/2024
Chairman Brown and William Ray meeting with other emergency service workers to life the State of Emergency....
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A tree has fallen across a road, blocking the path. The tree is large, and branches and leaves are spread across the roadway and grass. Power lines are visible above.

Cherryville Reacts to the Severe Storms: Power Updates, and More

05/10/2024
Multiple fallen trees in Cherryville. This damage occurred during the storm. Wednesday, May 8, 2024, by Mason...
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Two individuals in safety gear stand near a fallen tree blocking a road, with a fire truck and additional personnel visible in the background.

Severe Storm Hits Gaston County: State of Emergency Issued

05/09/2024
City of Cherryville Fire Department working to clear roads after the May 8th 2024 storm. By: Mason...
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A person stands next to informational posters at a presentation for Piedmont Lithium, pointing towards a map showing the Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt. They are holding rolled-up papers.

Piedmont Lithium Officially Obtains Mining Permit

05/08/2024
By: WNN Staff Erin Sander, vice president of corporate communications and investor relations, giving a presentation to...
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City Council Discusses 2024-2025 Budget; Other Topics Discussed

05/02/2024
City Clerk Paige Green (left), Finance Director Dixie Wall (middle) and City Manager Dalton (right) sitting at...
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Four Officers Fatally Shot in Charlotte, N.C., Altercation

04/30/2024
By: Grace Smith - Wise News Network  CHARLOTTE, NC (WNN) - Eight law enforcement officers were shot...
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One Bear Cub Injured, One Missing After Being Improperly Handle

04/22/2024
A black bear cub that was rescued from a retention pond after being removed from a tree....
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A police officer is handing over the certificate to another cop.

Historical Association Makes Progress; Other Topics Discussed

04/10/2024
The Cherryville City Council at the city council bench. Jon Abernethy was present virtually. Monday, April 8,...
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Flyer for Teen Immunization Week from April 1-5, 2024. Vaccines required for 7th and 12th graders. Includes contact info for Gaston County Public Health and vaccine requirements.

Teen Immunization Week Comes to Gaston County

04/02/2024
By: Grace Smith - Wise News Network CHERRYVILLE, NC (WNN) - It is Teen Immunization Week and...
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