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Jeff Gordon Children's Hospital opens in N.C.(Sports)

Byline: JENNA FRYER

CONCORD, N.C. -- By JENNA FRYER

The Associated Press

CONCORD, N.C. - Early in his career, Jeff Gordon saw firsthand the strain and heartache childhood illnesses bring when Ray Evernham's son was diagnosed with leukemia.

Watching his crew chief's efforts to find top-notch care for Ray J. stuck with Gordon, who made children's charities a top priority of his foundation.

His largest contribution yet came to fruition Saturday when the ribbon was cut at the Jeff Gordon Children's Hospital, a 28-bed pediatric unit at Northeast Medical Center.

"I was introduced to these illnesses through Ray Evernham and Ray J. , and after you see ...

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