Happy strange week between Christmas and New Year's Gaston County! It's David, and today is December 27, 2022.In Britain this week is called Boxing Week. A decade ago the retail industry coined the name to extend the British notion of giving servants the day off along with a small present in a box. Nothing to do with Evander Holyfield.
Today's weather:Today there will be sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 47.Tonight will be clear and cold, with a low of 23.
Duke Energy asks for continued energy conservation as power restoration continues following extreme winter temperatures
Duke Energy asked customers to conserve energy usage as crews restored power following rotating outages in the Carolinas in response to high-energy demand Saturday morning.
The company continues to ask for energy conservation during the extreme cold temperatures in the Carolina to help avoid rotating outages in the early morning hours of Christmas Day. Energy conservation can help keep power on for all customers.
Some basic energy conservation steps customers can take:
Select the lowest comfortable thermostat setting and bump it down several degrees whenever possible.
Avoid using large appliances – this means appliances with a three-pronged plug, such as dishwashers, ovens and dryers – during high-demand periods like early winter mornings.
Shift non-essential activities, like laundry, to late evening hours when power demand is lower.
Charge electric vehicles overnight.
If you have an electric water heater, limit the use of hot water as much as possible.
For more energy-saving, bill-lowering tips, check out our Lower-My-Bill toolkit.
If your power is off, turn off appliances and other electrical devices that may have been on when the power went out, so there’s not an immediate surge on the system when power is restored.
If life gives you freezing temps- you might as well skate!The Whitewater Center is offering ice skating again this year.
Their ice rink consists of over 24,000 sq. ft. of unique skating space split into four distinct skating areas, including two ice trails and two free skate zones.
Centered in the converted pond is an on-ice Airstream serving hot and cold beverages when guests need a skate break.Parking is $6 per car, and skating is $25 per person.More...
De Coria's Bagels to open 2nd locationThis is making a lot of folks happy- De Coria's Bagels is opening a second location in Gastonia. They already have a location beside Estia's Kouzina in Belmont.
Evidently Pita Wheel Belmont is close to opening- they are looking for a general manager and a front of house manager (email your resume to [email protected]). Pita Wheel Belmont will be located in the old Jax and Glenway Premium Pub location on Glenway street. We knew they were affiliated with the Pita Wheels in Gastonia and Dallas, but they also own another one of our favorites, 238 Cherokee Grill in Kings Mountain.
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.
An early New Year's Eve celebration for the kids!
Activities 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Noon Year’s Eve Countdown 11:55 a.m.
Garden members are admitted free, general admission applies for non-members.
Come kick off 2023 with our Noon Year’s Eve celebration. Little ones don’t always make it to ring in the New Year so here’s the perfect day for them. Come in your P.J.s and fuzzy slippers. Enjoy the beauty of the garden as it moves into its more dormant state. Grab a hot chocolate, enjoy some crafts, sing karaoke and ring in 2023. More...
Experience a Gaston County tradition-The Cherryville New Years ShootersThis year on January 2nd at the Square, Mountain & Main StreetThe Shooters will be downtown Cherryville between 11:30 AM and 12PM on Monday the 2nd. They have an extensive schedule here..
Ending soon!
Looking for Indiana JonesOkay, not exactly. We are looking for men who are open minded and intellectually curious to join our group. We read and discuss books, go to museums and art galleries, music events and to hear various speakers. We've been or road trips, train trips, and to some pretty cool restaurants...and that's just the beginning.We normally meet the last Friday evening of the month at someones home or at a restaurant, based on group discretion and the activity involved.Sound interesting or just plain crazy? Shoot us a note at [email protected] and let us know what interests or questions you have, and also any thoughts and ideas you have about books and ideas for 2023. We look forward to hearing from you!
The Carolina Bowl to be held December 30 & 31Event to benefit St. Jude's Children's Research HospitalThe Carolina Bowl, a series of youth football tournaments ranging from 5th grade to 12th grade, will be open to the public on Friday and Saturday starting at 9 AM! The youth showcase, including grade 5 through 7, will take place on Friday, while both youth and senior showcases will take place on Saturday. Come on out to CaroMont Health Park to see promising talent from North and South Carolina students! More..
Planning to fly overseas from Charlotte?Currently American Airlines only flies to London, Frankfurt and Munich. But beginning in March of 2023, they will add several other destinations:
Madrid flights will begin March 26 and end Oct 27.
Rome will begin April 4 and end Oct 27.
Dublin will begin May 4 and end Oct. 27.
Paris will begin June 1 and end Oct. 4.
All flights will be on 777-200's, seating 273 passenegers
Last week!
Belmont's Festival of Trees is open in Stowe Park every day and evening through January 1st. In the upper field of Stowe Park there is Oh Starry Night, luminaries will be lit every night throughout December.All proceeds from the Oh Starry Night Luminary Campaign will benefit pediatric cancer patients and families.
Panthers look great against the Lion at home, win 37-23The Panthers took it to the Lions on Christmas eve with a franchise record of 570 offensive yards, which included 320 yards on the ground. Sam Darnold looked good, going 15 of 22, with no turnovers. He also rushed for 21 yards and a score.The Panthers offensive line looked great all day, imposing their will in both air and ground attacks, while opening gaping holes for running backs, and keeping Darnold clean for zero sacks.It was an exciting game to watch, with both running backs D'Onta Foreman and Chuba Hubbard having big days. Foreman ended the day with 21 carries for 165 yards and a touchdown, while Hubbard had 12 carries for 125 yards.Next week is a big week for the Panthers, as they travel to Tampa Bay to take on Tom Brady and the Buccaneers.
1824 or 1847?
This home at 113 Holland Street in Dallas was either built in 1824 or 1847...and it's for sale for $89,000
Welcome to the 1847 Smyre-Pasour house. Located in beautiful Historic Dallas on the court square. It's one of the few remaining Greek Revival structures in Gaston County. The house and well house are both contributing structures to the Dallas National Register Historic District and are available for historic tax credits. Conducive for either commercial or residential use. Original features include fireplaces, wood floors, wavy glass, doors & windows. Structure will need electrical, plumbing, HVAC and more. See attached preservation restrictive covenants. Agent Remarks: House is being sold as is, with Pres. North Carolina's standard restrictive covenants to convey. Suggested floor plans showing different possibilities for commercial rental units are provided in the media section, subject to code and other restrictions. Buyer to verify all before purchase. More...
Hosting an event?Let us help you get the word out- purchase an event listing!
Jobs with Gaston County Animal care attendant, $12-$20 hr, Animal care vet tech $18-$28, EMT Paramedic I,II, III $$18-$33 hr, Spanish/English Interpreter Medical Setting $15-$23 hr, Accounting Tech $17-$27hr, and more.
