Hello Tuesday, it's David. Today is April 5, 2022. Cousin Eddie said we could borrow the motor-home, so we will be on the road again this summer. Watch for a brief travelogue here! Today it will be cloudy, with a few morning showers, then heavy rain and a thunderstorm; much-needed rain will come at the risk of flash flooding. The high will be 68.Tonight will be mild; evening rain, some heavy, and a thunderstorm followed by a passing shower late; there can be flooding in some areas. The low will be 58.
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery closes on Mount Holly river siteOlde Mecklenburg Brewery has closed on a 2 acre site on the river in Mount Holly. They plan to build a 7000 square foot, 2 level facility on the site of a former water treatment facility. OMB plans to be operational by the summer of 2023.
Somebody said there was a basketball game last night....
Kansas beats Carolina 72-69 to win NCAA tournamentKansas was down 15 at the half, but overcame that deficit in the secondhalf to beat Carolina 72-69 in New Orleans.With 22 seconds left UNC's Armando Bacot turned his right ankle and had to limp off the court. .In the final seconds Caleb Love was forced to shoot an off balance shot that didn't hit anything.It was an exciting game, and UNC lost by one shot. There's always next year...
The ACC benefits millions from runs by Duke, UNCThe ACC will reap $36.4 million over 6 years, due to the deep runs in the NCAA tournament by Duke, Carolina, and the University of Miami. The NCAA distributes a portion of the revenue, by "units" or wins. The ACC has accumulated 18 units.
Students at St. Michaels winning at WordleThird grade students at Saint Michael Catholic School in Gastonia are playing the online game Wordle in Mr. Davidowitz's class. Wordle is an online game where you get six tries to guess a five letter word.“They’re in the age where they’re learning how to spell, looking for spelling patterns, and even building up their vocabulary,” said Myles Davidowitz, their teacher.They have even played against principal, beating her the first time.
EASTER EGG HUNT!! Come join other Gaston County families for our annual Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday, April 9th from 2PM to 4PM. Meet the Easter Bunny, enjoy some games, fun, and food at the Belmont Moose Lodge, 122 Robert Russell Rd, Belmont, NC 28012. No need to be a Moose member to participate. This is an annual community party hosted by the Women of the Moose. 704-825-3721. Everyone is welcome!!More...
Summer Camp Signup!
Jon Walker Stables
2022 Dates
Summer Camp #1 — June 13th-17th (9:00-1:00)
Summer Camp #2 — July 11th-15th (9:00-1:00)
Summer Camp #3 — July 25th-29th (9:00-1:00)
Summer Camp #4 — August 8th-12th (9:00-1:00)*TBDInfo..
The Boathouse reopens for the seasonThe Boathouse, located at 115 Willow Drive in McAdenville, has reopened for the season. They rent single and tandem kayaks, canoes, and standup paddleboards for a flatwater experience. They also have craft beer, soft drinks and snacks, and food trucks for special occasions.Find out more...
Double Barrel Saloon ReopensThe Double Barrel Saloon has reopened at 508 West Main Avenue in Gastonia. The interior has been remodeled and they are under new management.Evidently they had a great grand opening weekend, and are poised to take advantage of being near the FUSE district.
At Oak Ridge Dental Arts, we are dedicated to caring for your family as we care for our own families. With years of experience and state-of-the-art dental technology we help you achieve the healthy, beautiful smile you deserve. We ensure the best possible dental experience with friendly, personalized care in a comfortable environment. If you haven’t been to the dentist in the past six months or you are interested in enhancing your smile, give us a call. With one visit you’ll see why so many families in your neighborhood trust Oak Ridge Dental Arts with all their dental needs.
Absolute cuteness, charm in 1910 Stanley home, $396,000Absolutely gorgeous restored home in Historic Downtown Stanley! Huge Front Porch, Large Foyer, 4 Fireplaces ~ Dining, Living , Den and Master Bedroom, Master on Main, Upstairs has 2 Bedrooms, a Den and Study/ Loft , Deep Rocking Chair Front Porch, a Side Porch, Upstairs Balcony and Screened Porch Overlooking Manicured Lawn right out of Southern Living, Fenced yard loaded with Mature Trees and Perennials, Irrigation system and Brick/stone walks Stunning Moldings, 11 Foot Ceilings , Heart pine & Wormy Chestnut Floors , Gorgeous Detailed Staircase, 3 walk-in closets! 2 HVAC Units , Architectural shingles, 16x20 Garage / storage Building! Double Carport! Completely rewired and new Plumbing This Quintessential Home is Like No Other.More...
Vintage Village opens at Eastridge MallThe Vintage Village has opened at Eastridge Mall, featuring antiques, vintage clothing, comics, and local artisans. They also have jams, jellies, and a collection of celebrity autographs for sale.Gloria Kimbrell and Curt Cochran, owners of Madd Hatters Antiques in downtown Gastonia, have moved into a larger space. They say their business has done very well. You can find them on the lower level near Dillards.
Love Mount Holly? Support us!Help us get matching funds!The 2022 Community Foundation Run will be held Saturday April 9 at 9 AMMount Holly Farmers Market
Mount Holly Community Development Foundation
Mount Holly CRO
Mount Holly Community Garden
Mount Holly Historical Society
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Lookin' good! If the metric stays like this we will discontinue it!Oh happy day!Gaston County Metrics
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Gaston County JobsGaston County Employee Engagement $49-$79K yr, Court Assistant Gaston County $35-$51k yr, Financial Services rep SECU $35-$45 k yr, and more.
