Photo by Randy McNeilly, courtesy Doug Carlisle
Hello Tuesday, it's David. Today is January 11th, 2022. Today's trivia: The beautiful (local) car above is aa. MG MidgetB. Bugeye SpriteC. Triumph TR3AAnswer at the end of today's eNewsletter
Weather wise, today there will be plenty of sun and cold, with a high of 43. Tonight twill be clear and cold, with a low of 23.
Trenton Mill Lofts nearing completion
More people living in downtown Gastonia
Priced from $90 to $1,845, Trenton Mill Lofts, are nearing completion. The lofts are located between West Main Avenue and North Trenton Street near Caromont Health Park (the new ballpark) in the FUSE District in Gastonia. According to a company spokesman the units are leasing quickly- about half of the units are already leased. More..
Center City Crossings construction underwayEven more people living downtownAfter some initial community push back, Center City Crossings apartments construction has begun. “This has been a long journey, but this is a needed project and we’re ready to get started.” said Kuester Development CEO Faison Kuester.The apartment location is the former site of a downtown park in Gastonia. Park access has been closed and utilities are being located underground. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2023, and apartment rents will range from $1000 to $1950 per month.
Plus Travel Expo Meet all Fun & Luxury Suppliers 11:00am - 1:30pm
Focus on FUN 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Booking incentives, Refreshments & Prizes
In the spirit of the current travel climate, which requires travelers to be vaccinated for cruises and tours, and to enter most countries; Creative Travel respectfully requires that all attendees be vaccinated.
Home2 Suites, 871 Hawley Ave, Belmont NC 28012
No cost to attend, but RSVP required to attend a presentation . Limited space available. RSVP by Friday, Jan 14. 704 825-1865 (M-F, 9-5), or email [email protected]. You must be vaccinated, and indicate which option you will attend: Luxury or Fun? More...
Restaurant News
The former North Star Seafood in Dallas will soon be opening as a Papa's and Beer Mexican California Style. They estimate being open mid to late January. This will be thir 9th restaurant Had the pleasure of meeting Jorge Torres, the artist that is doing the artwork on the interior. His Freida Kahlo is spot on!
Rumor is that Chick-fil-a is moving from their location of Franklin Boulevard in Gastonia to the former Ruby Tuesdays on Cox Road.
Handel's Ice Cream is opened last Thursday.. They make ice cream daily, fresh, in-store.They are located at 2272 East Franklin Boulevard near Golden Corral. More...As we reported earlier, local restaurateur Tony Coppola is opening an Italian restaurant called Magiamo in the former Spindle City Cafe location on Main Street in Gastonia.
Looks like the Eggs Up Grill opening is right around the corner. They are located in the old Round Bistro location at 2609 South New Hope in Gastonia. More...
The Queen's Feast-Charlotte Restaurant WeekThe Queens Feast is happening again this year January 21-30, dinner only..The prix fixe menu will be $30, $35, $40, or $45 per person. The participating restaurants we have so far are: In Belmont- The Bottle Tree, Estia's Kouzina, Heirloom, and Old Stone Steakhouse. More...
Georgia beats Alabama to win National Championship 33-18
After failing to score a touchdown for the first 43 minutes of the game, Georgia scored four in the last 16:20. Stetson Bennett, Georgia's 5'11" walk-on quarterback was the hero of the night, even after fumbling the ball at 11:45 remaining in the 4th quarter. Bennett finished the night with 17/26 for 224 yards, 2 touchdowns and 0 interceptions.
Belmont Abbey BasketballKeep up with the Crusaders Men's & Women's basketball schedules here...
The Gaston College Rhino's men's basketball team will play 5 home and 2 away games in January. The home games will be played at North Gaston High School.Schedule and times
The Honey Hunters are looking for internsSign up for a 2022 College Credit Internship with the Gastonia Honey Hunters.
2022 interns will help Momentous Sports & Entertainment and the Gastonia Honey Hunters in various departments with day-to-day operations and help to deliver an exciting and unique experience to a broad, diverse, and multi-generational audience in our target markets. Reporting to the various department managers, 2022 interns must be open to gaining hands-on experience in the sports and entertainment field and serve as brand ambassadors. More...
The Ice Skating Rink at the whitewater center is still open. More...
Hosting an event?Let us help you get the word out- purchase an event listing!
Booster doses are in!
The Gaston County Heath Department has Covid booster shots available.Info...
Omicron raging-get vaccinated!
Gaston County JobsDermatopatholigist, Aldi store mgr trainee $24 hr, AT&T retail sales $55k, Harris Teeter Store mgr, $60-$70k, and more.
