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October 30, 2025
Published by admin on October 30, 2025
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Gaston Community Foundation Presents 35th Annual Allen H. Sims Award

At a celebratory evening at Daniel Stowe Conservancy, GCF recognized Bill Carstarphen with the 2025 Allen H. Sims Award.
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