Puerto Vallarta , Mexico
Today's Weather:
Today will be warmer with periods of clouds and sunshine, the high will be 61.Tonight there will be increasing clouds, with a low of 39.Thanks to my friends Mary and Nicole with The Love of Technology for their help last week! Need help with Facebook, Instagram, and online marketing? Check them out here!My wife and I were lucky enough to spend last week in Mexico visiting a friend. We spent four days in Puerto Vallarta and four days in Sayulita. Mexico is a country of contrasts: beautiful flowers, scenery, and architecture, but also trash and abject poverty. The people and the food were absolutely wonderful.
What's going on at the old Bi-Lo in Belmont?There is activity at the old Bi-Lo in Belmont. The buzz is that Goodwill is going in there. A lot of folks were hoping it would be a Fresh Market or Trader Joe's.
Franklin Square lll is seeking a buyer
CMBS loan data states that the owner of Franklin Square III is actively seeking a buyer. The shopping center includes Kohl's, Books A Million, Painted Tree, Old Navy, and Petsmart. The shopping center is 91% occupied.The present owner has a $28.9 million loan balance that will come due in November.
Chronicle Mill in Belmont celebrates long awaited opening
It took ten years, but John and Jennifer Church got it done-congratulations to them! Chronicle Mill in Belmont celebrated it's grand opening last week. The Church's purchased the Mill in 2003, and there have been many twists, turns, and obstacles along the way.The Mill now boasts 238 apartments, and they are 98.7% leased. They also have 9000 square feet of commercial space and a 7 acre co-working site in downtown Belmont.
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Hunter Douglas to close Bessemer City Plant by JuneThe Hunter Douglas Window Designs plant in Bessemer City is expected to close by June 30, according to the company. More than 100 workers are expected to lose their jobs.The Company says that all affected employees have been offered a medical and financial benefits package, as well as the opportunity to apply for jobs at other Hunter Douglas locations.
Today's best quote from Lesa Kastanas on Twitter:
We’re so happy to see Scott and Erin’s dream come true! Firehawk is gonna be the best creekside hang in Mt Holly. Add beats by
and art by David Childers plus s’mores for the win. Congrats y’all!Firehawk Brewpub is opening soon. They are located at 309 North Main Street in Mount Holly.
Gaston County in running for $100 million industrial investmentTwo weeks ago the Gastonia City Council approved a resolution for an economic agreement for a project code named Project Huskey.Gastonia City documents show that the company is considering Gateway85, which is a Northpoint Development project between Lowell and Gastonia.They company is also looking at other sites in the county, as well as sites in other states.
Lawsuits filed on behalf of Gaston County teachers over pay issues
The North Carolina Association of Educators filed a lawsuit on behalf of two Gaston County teachers, alleging that the school system failed to timely pay earned compensation.The following legal claims were made in the lawsuit:
Count 1: Negligence in payroll system implementation, administration, and rectification of known failures.
Count 2: Taking of property without just compensation in violation of Article 1, Section 19 of the North Carolina Constitution.
Count 3: Infringement of the inalienable right to earn a living and enjoy the fruits of their own labor in violation of Article 1, Sections 1 and 19 of the North Carolina Constitution.
According to the Gaston County Association of Educators, the paycheck issues have been going on for 14 months.
Who remembers?
Gastonia's free excess trash week is hereFrom March 20 through the 24, Gastonia residents can set out furniture, mattresses, bed springs, dried-out paint, and extra bags or boxes of garbage, on their regular pick up day.Fees will still apply for vehicle tires (both on rim and off rim), electronics, and appliances. The following items will not be picked up: building materials, dirt, rocks, bricks, hazardous liquids, batteries or automotive parts.
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.
Mount Holly's Gateway Center to get 2nd medical buildingRegional Developers LLC of Pineville, is developing an second medical office building in the Gateway Center near CaroMont Health's new hospital off of Exit 27 on I-85.Their first building will be occupied by Carolina Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Center. The second building will be 62,000 square feet as well, and there is room on the property for a third building.
Good news for book loversNPR reports that Barnes & Noble plans to open 30 new stores this year. And even better news, 334 indie bookstores opened last year, according to the Independent Bookseller.Interestingly, of the 25 best selling books of 2022, just 10 were written by male authors. Some reports indicate that women are buying 80% of the novels purchased in today's market.
Summer Camp at the Y!
The Gaston College Foundation invites you to an afternoon of fun and excitement at our first Bowl 4 the Goal fundraiser on May 20, 2023, at George Pappas' Liberty Lanes. Together, we rally with our community to raise $15,000 for our Student Emergency Assistance Program! Since financial aid does not cover all student expenses, the Gaston College Foundation developed the Student Emergency Assistance Program to provide students with funding due to an immediate need, prohibiting them from success.Visit www.gastoncollegefoundation.org/bowling to register today!Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Contact Jerome Connor, Coordinator - Alumni, Events and Programming, at 704-922-6513 or [email protected] for more details.
Updated 1930's charm in Gastonia, $535k
Historic Babington Robin Hill in Gastonia is ready to be your getaway! The home was built in the 1930's and takes you back in time while having all of the modern ammenities one expects. Enter on the main level to a beautiful A frame living room adorned with Mid Century Chandeliers. Two rooms on the main level share a bathroom. Head upstairs and see the huge Primary Suite and overlook the living room. Head down to the fully updated kitchen/dining area. The sunroom adds extra space that can be used when you want to have the outdoor feeling while staying inside. Step out of the kitchen to your huge patio that overlooks the historic Forest Hills neighborhood. The detached garage has been updated with living space upstairs and custom flooring in the garage.
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