Fountain at DSBG, photo courtesy of Scott Chisolm
Good morning Gaston Countians... David here.
Today is August 22nd.Today's weather:There will be some sun with a heavy thunderstorms around in the afternoon; and those storms can bring flash flooding and damaging winds .The high will be 91.Tonight there will be an evening thunderstorm in parts of the area; otherwise, partly cloudy , with a low of 64.
O'Charleys in Gastonia is closed.
Evidently bringing back free pie on Wednesdays wasn't enough...They closed on Sunday.
Cherryville tells museum to vacate propertyThe City of Cherryville has asked the Cherryville Historical Association to vacate from their current location by the end of the year. The city is selling the building to Patrick O''Leary, owner of 27 building parcels in and around town.Al Putnam, President of the Historical Society, has filed an affadavit asking that the court declare the building the property of the Historical Association, based on their long tenancy there. There is a court hearing September 5th.
Piedmont Lithium still planning to move aheadDespite a cool reception from Gaston County citizens and officials, Piedmont Lithium is moving ahead with plans to potentially open in 2025.On May 20th , the NC Department of Energy, Mining, and Land Resources sent a Piedmont a distinct request for information (or ADI), and a response is requi8red by November 26th. Piedmont plans to respond in as timely a manner as possible in order to expedite the process. "We remain extremely pleased with the significant progress we have made in our planning to date and are looking forward to advancing to the rezoning and approval process with Gaston County following receipt of our state mining permit," said Monique Parker , Piedmont's Senior Vice President of Safety, Environment, and Health.Big money seems certain of getting their way.
Grill Works on South New Hope is now closed, much to the chagrin of local patrons. From the owner, Shanna: "
Thank you so much for all the love and support over the last (almost) 5 years to make Grille Works a wonderful success! We appreciate each and every one of you!"
Pharr sells former Pharr Yarns Clover plant for $7.4 millionBelmont Land and Investment Company, owned by Pharr, sold their Clover plant to Hickory based OneH2 Incorporated in July. The site includes a 246,091 square foot building, and approximately 30 acres. The intended use for the site is unclear at this time. OneH2 develops end-to-end solutions for the delivery and production of hydrogen fuel from molecule to nozzle This includes on-site generation. delivered hydrogen, and operations and maintenance.
Photos courtesy Ruth Neely
Don't you just love summer and farmer's markets? These apples and peaches were at the Mount Holly Farmer's Market last Saturday.
Main Street Dance Works now enrolling!
3rd Annual Latin American Festival
The Gastonia Police Department and WOW Supermarket have teamed up again to bring you the 3rd Annual Latin American Festival!
LIVE music, food trucks, games, raffles, inflatables, mechanical bulls, vendors, police trucks, cars & SO MUCH MORE FOR EVERYONE IN THE COMMUNITY!
If you would like to volunteer for this great event, feel free to contact WOW Supermarket to sign up or call 980-745-5417.
VENDORS NOW BEING ACCEPTED!
LOCATION:
WOW Supermarket
2557 W Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia, NC 28052
DATE: Sunday September 24th, 2023
HOURS: 11a - 7p
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Looks like reopening night at the Belmont drive-in was a success! This photo was taken nearly in the evening...
New Belmont Goodwill Store opens this Thursday August 25th
Pictured: Lisa QuisenberryHabitat for Humanity of Gaston County announces interim executive Habitat for Humanity of Gaston County announces its interim executivedirector following the resignation of Kay Peninger from the role, following more than four years of successes with the nonprofit.Lisa Quisenberry will step into the interim position beginning Tuesday, Sept.5, said Habitat Gaston Board Chair and Gaston Business Association President and CEO Patrick Mumford.Quisenberry, an MBA graduate of Wake Forest University, has previous experience as a management consultant, financial analyst and product marketing manager. She is the founding executive director of Hands On Charlotte, a preeminent regional volunteer service provider, as well as a former consultant for alumni engagement services at her alma mater and former board chair for Habitat for Humanity of Charlotte. Quisenberry currently serves as a certified interim and transition consultant for nonprofit organizations across the greater Charlotte area.Peninger has led Habitat Gaston since May 2019, guiding the organization through considerable growth, innovation and community outreach and support. Her tireless advocacy for affordable housing revitalized Habitat Gaston, leading the nonprofit through the pandemic and into new programs, increased fundraising efforts and the development of the forthcoming 7.5-acre, mixed-income Dixon Village community in North Belmont, N.C.
Southwood Realty sells Concord Ridge apartments for $71.3 millionGastonia's Southwood Realty recently sold the Concord Ridge apartments in Concord to Alabama based real estate firm StoneRiver Co. for $71.3 million.That works out to $212,000 per unit.Southwood Realty owns apartment communities in North and South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Mount Holly Nights live musicFriday, September 9th: Rick Strickland Band (variety / beach music)Friday, October 14th: On the Border (Eagles tribute)
Music at the Whitewater Center
Thursday August 24th: Miles Nielson & The Rusted HeartsFriday August 25th: Sam Burchfield & The ScoundrelsSaturday August 26th: Pink Beds
Shelli's She Shed Now Open!
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