Happy Tuesday... it's David. Today is August 6th, 2024I hope you have been enjoying the Olympics. With everything going on in the world it's nice to see some young people's dreams coming true- especially in front of their friends and family.
Today's weather:Today will be humid with more clouds than sun; an afternoon shower in spots The high will be 83.Tonight will be overcast with a shower in spots , with a low of 73.
Ranlo's Kaylyn Brown win silver medal at the OlympicsRanlo's Kaylyn Brown has won a silver medal as part of the 4x400 mixed relay team at the Olympics. Kaylyn attended Brookside elementary and Holbrook Middle, before graduating from Mallard Creek High School in Charlotte. She now attends the University of Arkansas.When not at school or traveling to competitions, Kaylyn lives in Ranlo with her parents.Congrats Kaylyn and Team USA!
We are hearing buzz that a New York Butcher Shoppe is coming to Belmont. We'll tell you more when we know more.Check them out
Apartment construction set to begin in River DistrictThe River District Project isn't in Gaston County, but it is a stone's throw away- just across the Catwaba River in Mecklenburg County. The River District plan includes 8 million square feet of total commercial space, 5,000 homes and apartments and 1,000 hotel rooms. It will also include hundreds of acres of green and park space adjoining the Catawba River as well. The River District will take several decades to complete.Construction is set to begin this month on a 316 apartment project called Novel River District. They should go on sale in 2026.
Belmont Mayor Richard Turner has died
Mayor Richard Turner of Belmont passed away unexpectedly last Wednesday from medical complications.Turner ran for Mayor last November after former Mayor Charlie Martin resigned for health reasons.
Turner’s wife said he suffered from issues with his gallbladder and recent surgeries for his chronic pancreatitis resulted in complications that led to a massive stroke.
Turner served in city government for 12 years and is survived by his wife and three children.Services for Turner were held at yesterday at Queen of the Apostles in Belmont.
Lowell has new interim city managerLowell city employee Tyler Cobb has been selected as interim city manager.Cobb has been with the city approximately one year with the Planning Department. During that time he became the city's Planning Director.Cobb hopes to be appointed permanent City Manager.
Autobell awards scholarships to local studentsAutobell car wash has presented two local students with scholarships. Autobell instituted its scholarship program in 2000 to recognize the exceptional achievements of its employees and support their academic endeavors. Since then, the program has awarded more than $2.3 million in scholarships to over 2,000 applicants.The 2024 Autobell Scholarship recipients employed at Autobell in Gaston County are:Cole Donaldson, working in Gastonia, NC, is attending Frostburg State UniversityDominic Holmstrom, Gastonia, NC, Southern New Hampshire University
Photo courtesy of Tom HauerChristian Jacobs Salon now open in downtown GastoniaDowntown walking tour being developedThis is the George W. Ragan building on East Main. Built in 1912, it was originally four stores with offices on the second floor. Tom Hauer is working with Keep Gastonia Beautiful, Inc., to develop an online walking tour of Downtown Gastonia. This is one of the first photos he has taken for the project. The owner did a terrific job of restoration...looks great!
New center focuses on career exploration
A section of the former Forest Heights Elementary School building in Gastonia has been transformed into the Gaston County Schools Career Exploration Center. When it opens for the 2024-2025 school year, students in all grade levels (elementary school, middle school, and high school) will be able to gain hands-on knowledge of different careers. Plus, students will be able to connect with local businesses to see how what they experience in simulation format translates to real-world job opportunities.
The Career Exploration Center is a bright, open space that encompasses three classrooms and a commons area with various simulation stations. The classrooms have large TV monitors for presentations and for students to watch other students who are participating in a simulation. The stations include:
an Anatomage Table where students, who may have an interest in the medical or veterinarian fields, can learn about the anatomy of humans and animals using impressive 3D technology;
an area for students to learn about being a utility line technician; a student wears 3D goggles to get an understanding of what it is like to stand in a bucket truck while working on utility lines;
a SIMSpray unit that is used to train students virtually on how to paint/powder coat vehicles, buildings, exteriors and interiors, and various items; and
two units that simulate what it is like to weld; students practice welding techniques virtually and can see a score and other information that evaluates how well they did.
Most impressive are three simulators that teach students about truck driving and operating heavy equipment such as tractors, backhoes, dump trucks, etc. and a simulator that looks just like an ambulance. Students can climb aboard the ambulance simulator to understand what it is like to work as an EMT while other students watch via a monitor to see what is happening inside. Additionally, there is space outdoors to show off heavy equipment, which is often done during “Touch-A-Truck” events.
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Built in 1894, 4,680 square feet, in Belmont: $1,500,000
This stunning downtown Belmont home is a true show stopper! Buyers will love the character and charm this home has to offer. This home is situated a few short blocks away from Stowe Park and everything downtown Belmont has to offer including restaurants, parks, shopping, tennis courts and much more! The front porch has been a favorite feature of the current owners and a great place to greet friends that happen to stop by. The large lot is unique for Belmont at this price point and there is plenty of room for additional structures on the property.More...
Miami Fusion Cafe
Glad to see Gaston County's Bailey Marie Griiggs doing well- she'll be at Coyote Joe's this Friday, August 9th.
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Gaston County Schools gardening programSummertime means being in the garden, and that’s exactly what is happening at Gaston County Schools’ Dora Humphrey School Nutrition Center in Lowell. An area that once served as a ball field and playground is now an expansive vegetable and herb garden that is yielding hundreds of pounds of produce. Best of all, the locally-grown food is making its way into Gaston County school cafeterias.The farm-to-school program started two years ago with the help of the Gaston County Cooperative Extension Service’s master gardeners. It has grown since then, and veggies such as tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, zucchini, and a variety of herbs are being harvested each week by the bucket loads. The food is being prepped, bagged, and frozen for use in dishes that students will enjoy when they return to school. Additionally, some of the food has been used over the past two months in the school district’s summer meals program.
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Gaston County JobsChemical Operator Trainee @ Clariant, Driver/Helper $125-$150 per day, Dog Walker/Pet Sitter $16-$18 hr, Construction Laborer $21.50 hr, , and more...Info...
