FREE VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT FOR GASTON COUNTY TEACHERS

SportsLink is offering a FREE Beach Volleyball Tournament for Gaston County teachers and school staff on Friday, August 11th to show their appreciation for their work in the community! 

If you work for the Gaston County School System, grab your coworkers and compete in this recreational beach volleyball tournament, a great way to build camaraderie before the school year begins. There will be fun prizes for the top 3 teams, plus bragging rights for your schoolLearn more or register your team here!

Martha Rivers Park, Gastonia

Yay Tuesday Gaston County! David here...

Today is August 8th.

Today will be partly sunny and pleasant, with a 

high of 88. Zero percent chance of precipitation.Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low of 64.Glad we are escaping the 100 degree plus days the west is getting!

Honey Hunters pay past due ballpark rent and other fees to GastoniaThe City of Gastonia has confirmed that they have received a check for $88,038.75 for past due rent and other fees owed to it by the Honey Hunters organization.The Honey Hunters also owed Gaston County for Emergency Medical Services and Gastonia Police officers that have worked off duty to cover games. Gaston County says that they have received a partial payment for monies owed for emergency medical services, and police officers were present at last Tuesdays game.It is unclear if they have paid other vendors monies owed at this point. Last year, Burlington based OT Sports Industries sued Momentus Hospitality Group, one of Brandon Bellamy's companies for $11,880. According to Veronia Jeong, CEO of Momentous and the Honey Hunters, OT Sports has been paid.

This Saturday!

New lake front park near BelmontDuke Energy has leased a beachfront park near Belmont to Gaston County. The park includes a swimming beach, boat ramps, two large fishing piers, picnic areas, and public parking on the 68 acre site.In their agreement with Gaston County, Duke will also build a canoe and kayak launch area., for which Gaston county will pay a portion.The park is located is located at the Southpoint Access Recreation area.

 Bryce Young to start against Aaron Rodgers and the New York JetsThe Panthers play in a preseason opener at home against the New York Jets this Saturday, August 12th. Bryce Young was named the Panther's starting quarterback two weeks ago, although it's not certain how many reps he will get according to coach Frank Reich.Meanwhile, Aaron Rodgers has looked really sharp in practice, especially in the short game with the Jets.

Missing Gastonia woman found safeCissy Lee Collins and her baby have been found safe according to Gastonia  police.Collins was missing fr about two weeks and was 9 months pregnant at the time.Police have not disclosed why Collins was missing or what happened.

Belmont Drive-In almost ready!

From the Belmont Drive-In Facebook page:

We did it!!!

After a LOT of hard work and tons of $$$$$$

We passed inspection today!!!

It won't be long now

Miami Fusion hiringLooks like Miami Fusion in Lowell is finally coming to life- they are hiring. They have a group interview tomorrow. They are located ion the old Grits N' Greens location in downtown Lowell.Interested? go to the website here, and click on the Jobs tab.

Simply American Dog Treat Truck

Simply American Dog Treat Company is the first and only mobile dog treat company in Gaston County. All of our treats are Sourced and Made in the U.S. We work with local partner farms when we can to produce treats right here in Belmont. Find us at Belmont, NC Farmers Market, follow us on social media @simplyamericandog and our website, www.SimplyAmericanDogTreatTruck.com, for our featured treats, farmers market and event schedules.Mention Gaston Alive for a free treat sampler bag, online or by visiting our truck

Curry Indian restaurant?There is lots of interest in the new Indian restaurant opening... we are hearing maybe 2 more weeks.We'll keep you posted.

More casinos on the drawing board?More casinos on the drawing board? Not in Gaston County, but maybe in Nash County. Right now there are only three casinos in North Carolina: One in Kings Mountain owned by the Catawba Indians, and two owned by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.On July 28, the Nash County Board of Commissioners voted 6-1 in favor of a resolution calling for a referendum to give voters the power to decide if a casino development could move forward.Nash County is about 50 milers east of Raleigh and is along the I-95 corridor. 

Any lady bowlers out there?

If there are any ladies interested in joining us on Thursday mornings for some fun for a few hours, come and join our ladies bowling league. We bowl at Textile Lanes on Park Street on Thursday mornings at 10am. We have 3 ladies to a team. We have a meeting on August 31th at 10am at Textile Lanes. We bowl for 32 weeks starting September 7th and finishing April 25, taking off for Thanksgiving and Christmas. So y'all grab you friends and come and join us.Info

Tasteful home in Belmont, $639,900

Meticulously maintained home on a corner lot with beautiful landscaping. Great outdoor spaces including large covered front porch, spacious rear covered porch with pergola and brick firepit area. Large formal living room has coffered ceilings and the formal dining room has board and batten. The cozy den has a brick fireplace with gas logs and a perfect view into the amazing backyard. Huge eat-in kitchen with gorgeous marble countertops, double ovens and plenty of space for all of your entertaining needs. The pantry and laundry room has ample open shelves and large cabinets. The owners suite is on the main level with coffered ceilings, 3 large closets, dressing area and beautiful bathroom with built-in storage. Upstairs you'll find 3 large bedrooms with huge closets, full bath with built-in's PLUS an office or play room. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout the home. Finished basement with fireplace, family room, full bath, exterior entrance. Quiet street in established Belmont community

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.

Music at the Whitewater Center

Thursday August 10: Yam YamFriday August 11th: High Flying CriminalsSaturday August 12th: Katie Henry

Shelli's She Shed now open in Stanley

The She Shed is a home decor boutique full of floral stems & arrangements and unique, vintage, antique, retro, farmhouse styles and the perfect gift items.Open on Thurs, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm980-318-3816106 W Dallas Rd., Stanley, NC 28164Info...

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 Gaston County JobsWedding Sales/Event Manager Separk Mansion $47-$58k, Sales Consultant Poffie Girls $15-$28 hr, New Home Sale Consultant $180-$225k ,  and more...

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