Hello Tuesday, it's David. Today is November 30th. Did you go crazy on Black Friday or Cyber Monday?
Weather wise, today we will have plenty of sunshine, and a high of 61. Tonight will be clear to partly cloudy and chilly. The
low will be 32.
Squirrel knocks out power for 900 Thanksgiving morning
A squirrel knocked out power for 900 Gastonia customers early Thanksgiving morning. The power was out for approximately an hour. Unfortunately the squirrel did not survive his encounter with the electric grid.
Restaurant News
Spindle City Cafe closing after 12 years
Spindle City Cafe in downtown Gastonia announced yesterday that they will be closed permanently. No reason or explanation was available at press time.Twin Tops Dining roomFolks are constantly asking- when Tops dining room is scheduled to be open. The owners hope after Christmas if everything goes as planned. Meanwhile, they offer takeout.Pizza + Buffet opening soonBased in the old Cici's Pizza location, Pizza + Buffet had a hiring event yesterday, and are expected to open soon.Gift Card DealsSake Express is offering $5 gift cards for every $25 gift card sold. In store or drive through only.The Bottle Tree in Belmont is offering a free $20 gift card for every $100 gift card purchased, 11/27 through 12/4. In house purchases only!
Gastonia Police are asking the public for help to find 16-year-old Abigail Garcia, who was last seen around 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 14, when she left her Separk Circle group home on foot.
Police say Garcia is approximately 5′4″ tall and weighs 130 pounds. She has brown eyes and brown hair. Police and friends are concerned for Garcia’s welfare.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Abigail Garcia is asked to call the detectives at 704-836-0071. Callers may remain anonymous.
Gift cards must be purchased in our restaurants or drive though. Not available online.
1918 Vintage Gastonia home for sale, $250,000
Enjoy peaceful afternoons or an early morning coffee on this spacious wrap-around porch of your one story home nestled in the heart of beautiful Gaston Historic District. This home is overflowing with Southern Charm from the early 1900's! So much character to appreciate! Come take a look at this beautiful home with fence and detached garage. A precious sunroom off the primary bedroom can be used as a nursery/office/craftroom or can be used as a bedroom. NICE deck out back as well!! Easy commute to Charlotte!! Within walking distance to downtown Gastonia and the new Gastonia Honey Hunters baseball team located in the newly established FUSE district. Fireplaces have been closed off. New Roof 2017, NEW motor in heating unit November 2021. Subject to exterior guidelines for the Historic District. No HOA. Extra parking in back of home. More...
Area Christmas ParadesThe Mount Holly Tree Lighting & Christmas ParadeThe Mount Holly Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony is Tomorrow (Wednesday) December 1st. More...
The Belmont Christmas Tree Lighting & Parade
Then the 72nd Annual Belmont Christmas Parade will be on Tuesday, November 30th, at 3:30 pm running through downtown Belmont. More...Stanley Christmas ParadeThe Stanley Christmas Parade will be held December 15 at 3 PM. It will begin at Carothers Funeral Home and end at Stanley Middle School. More...Cramerton Christmas ParadeThe Cramerton Christmas Parade will be Thursday December 2nd, beginning at 4PM. Parade begins at the intersection of Market Street and 8th Avenue. More...Gastonia Christmas ParadeThe Gastonia Christmas Parade will be held Sunday December 5th at 4 PM on Main Ave. More...McAdenville Yule Log ParadeThe McAdenville Yule Log Parade will be held December 16 at 5:30 PM. The parade, which began in 1949 will begin at 100 Main Street.. More...
Dallas Christmas ParadeThe Dallas Christmas Parade will begin (and end) at the Ingles grocery store on West Trade Street, Parade is at 3PM, Sunday Dec 12.Cherryvlle Christmas ParadeThe Cherryville Christmas Parade begins and ends in the parking lot of the First Baptist Church on First Street. The parade begins at 10 AM on Saturday Dec 11.Bessemer City Christmas ParadeSaturday Dec 4 at 11 AM. The parade begins on Virginia Avenue between 13th Street and Eighth Street.Lowell Christmas ParadeThe Lowell parade is Saturday Dec 11 at 4 PM. The parade begins at Woodlawn Baptist Church and ends at First Baptist Lowell.
CLARA'S TRIP: A CIRQUE AND DANCE NUTCRACKER STORY
Clara’s Trip: A Cirque & Dance Nutcracker Story returns on December 16 - 19. Caroline Calouche & Co. Charlotte’s only contemporary dance and circus professional company, returns to the Booth Playhouse stage with their twist on a holiday classic. Click the link below for 20% off tickets.
Fun Fact: Caroline Calouche grew up in Gastonia, attended Gaston Dance Theatre and graduated from Ashbrook!
Get Tickets here...
Heard of Giving Tuesday? It's today!
Founded in 2002, GivingTuesday is now an independent nonprofit and a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.Find out more!
Swoon over every scoop!
Handel's Home Made Ice Cream Coming Soon!
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream has been around since 1945, using only the freshest ingredients and recipes exclusive to us-and we never skimp!. We look forward to serving Gaston county and surrounding areas.2272 E. Franklin Blvd, Gastonia NC 28054
704-837-2590Facebook - handels.gastoniaWebsite - https://www.handelsicecream.com
Belmont Abbey ranks 7th in local college sizeBelmont Abbey has ranked 7th in local college size with a total enrollment of 1519, just ahead of Queens University and just behind Lenoir-Rhyne University. Belmont Abbey College has an annual tuition of $18,500.
M’Lynn wants to hit something and hit it hard….Clairee says “here, hit this”!
Steel Magnolias opens Friday!
Based in a Louisiana hair salon in the 1980s, "Steel Magnolias" is a classic play that dives into the trials and tribulations of six women that includes relationships, health, religion, weddings, births and death.Last weekend- Dec 3,4,5
Little Theater of Gastonia238 South Clay Street, Gastonia, NC 28052Get tix here...
Holidays at the Garden
Through January 2, 2022 from 5 to 9 p.m. Advance tickets available now, here...
Oh Panthers, oh Cam, oh Christian..The Dolphins won their 4th straight, beating the Panthers 33-10. As far as quarterbacks go, the Dolphins Tua Tagovailoa was nearly flawless, and Cam had his worst statistical day ever as a pro. Cam actually got pulled in the 4th quarter after completing 5 of 21 passes.It didn't help that running back Christian McCaffrey rolled his ankle in the first half, and is now expected to miss the rest of the regular season on injured reserve.
Vote for Christmas town USA!For the fourth year in a row, McAdenville is a contender in the USA Today's "Best Public Holiday Lights Display in the USA". The contest began today, and voters 18 and over can vote once in a 24 hour period. You can vote here...The lights start at 6PM Dec 1.
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COVID metrics trending away from goal
Masks now optional for students and teachers despite Omicron Variant As of yesterday, masks are optional for students and teachers in Gaston County Schools, according to the Gaston School Board. Masks had been mandatory until November 27.
Gaston County JobsFedEx ground up to $22 hr, UPS up to $20 hr, Amazon up to $20.50 hr, Pharmacy tech or Apprentice $35.5k-$44.9k per year, Copart crew member $18 hr , and more.
