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Former President, Jimmy Carter, made a stop in Gastonia on Friday to promote his newest book, “Beyond the White House: Waging Peace, Fighting Diseases, Building Hope“.

He was a bit late, or so the “waiters-in-line” were told. But it was worth the experience to see a living former US president. He looked old and tired and still had the charm that the textile workers from the mid-70’s remember. Mr. Carter may not have had the “greatest presidency” or been the “most beloved” president, but he has done the most with his post-presidential life.

Nobel laureate, statesman, philanthropist, author, and world-traveler just to name a few expressions that follow his name.

Thank you Mr. President,  for remembering Gaston County and your ties to our area.

Good !

No legitimate reason to be overusing a resource in a time of crisis. There is no birthright to water a lawn or wash your car. Well, some will try to make a case for it anyway.

Kevin Siers, a political cartoonist for the Charlotte Observer holds a “write a caption” constest each week. This is last week’s cartoon and winning caption:

“Fishing in Lake Norman is great, but I only CMUD!” — William Owens of Marvin, NC

Weather is also not expected to break anytime soon. Hot and Dry – makes for raking leaves a lot easier.

 The Gaston Gazette is reporting that former President, Jimmy Carter, will be visiting Gastonia for a book signing ar Books-A-Million, on October 12.

He is not expected to speak, just sign books. Read the article for more details about the visit.

Since Carter’s term in office, 1977-1981, he has served the US and the World with dignity and fairness. We look forward to Mr. Carter’s brief visit to our area.