Pictured above is the Mount Holly Community Garden.
Happy Tuesday, it's David. Today is October 4th. I want to thank my friends at For the Love of Technology. They are taking over this newsletter for the next couple of weeks...no telling what they have up their sleeve(s)! Stay tuned!Gaston County WeatherToday will be mostly sunny and cool, with a high of 72.Tonight will be clear and chilly, with a low of 45..
Waterbean Coffee conceptual drawings
Waterbean Coffee will be opening up a massive 8,000+ square foot coffee shop/distribution center in Gastonia. This location will be the first of its kind, and it will be inspired by the architecture and design of their Vietnam location. This will be their 14th location.
A little history throwback: During their planning/designing phase, Waterbean learned that the original owner of their future Gastonia location was Sunrise Dairy. Some of you may remember it in a later iteration as Powers Seafood. We can’t wait for them to transform this building and bring back a little bit of history!
After 10 years, Chronicle Mill set to open Mid-OctoberThe old Chronicle Mill in Belmont is set to open after an almost 10 year journey by John and Jennifer Church. The adaptive-reuse project will feature 238 apartments and about 15,000 feet of commercial space. The Church's say that they have about 36% of the apartments rented,and are in talks with a coffee shop and a brewery.
NC Mountains to Coast riders arrive in Belmont tomorrow
Hundreds of cyclists will be pedaling toward Belmont Tuesday on the 78-mile first leg of the seven-day Mountains to Coast ride organized by Cycle NC. And tents to accommodate riders tomorrow night were being pitched this afternoon on the upper field at Stowe Park. The long ride begins early tomorrow at the Tryon Equestrian Center on Highway 74 in Western Rutherford County. Live music will entertain riders in the park in the afternoon, and they will be free to explore the shops and restaurants of downtown Belmont before departing early Wednesday for Albemarle. Holden Beach is their final destination.Info courtesy Ted Hall
Two tracts of land near Catawba River to be preservedThe Catawba Lands Conservancy, through a $1.1 million grant from the North Carolina Land & Water Fund, will preserve two tracts totaling approximately 115 acres. Both tracts are near the Catawba River and it's tributariesThe goal is to protect native species and water quality near the Catawba and South Fork Rivers. Both tracts could eventually connect to the Carolina Thread Trail.
New housing development called Ravenwood near 321In September Gastonia City Council approved the annexation and zoning of a 267.4 acre tract off of Stagecoach Road. The tract is being eyed by M/I Homes for single family dwellings.
On Track Yoga in Mt. Holly moving
Owner Rachel Harper says On Track Yoga in Mount Holly is moving...but not too far. They are moving into the building with Accentuate Spa at 305 West Catawba Avenue in Mount Holly. We wish them the best in their now location!
The Modest Market opening in McAdenvilleWe don't have all the facts yet, but the Modest Market is opening in McAdenville next to Revolver Records. We hear that they have do it yourself florals, and other craft and home decor. More as we get more!
Catawba Riverkeeper opens new taproomThe Catawba Riverkeeper has opened the River Room in MCAdenville. The River Room specializes in serving beer made from Catawba river water. That includes all of the breweries in Mecklenburg and Gaston Counties. There are no TV's in the River Room, but there are great views of the lake.The River Room has a dozen craft beers on tap.The River Room is located at 102 Main Street in McAdenviile,facing the lake. (They are on the back side of the offices at the 3 way light.)More...
Restaurant NewsA lot of folks will be happy to hear that Kim's Kitchen in Stanley is being reopened by Kathy (Kim's niece) when she returns from California. She will need a new crew to help her run the restaurant , but is not taking applications just yet. Find out more...
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.
Panthers...Matt Rhule fired yet?
Cardinals beat Panthers 26-16Sunday evening turned into a boo fest, and not because of Halloween. Panther's fans showered Mayfield and company with boos after Cardinal defensive tackle tipped a pass on 4th and three with 9:13 remaining in the game.The defense looked stellar again. Frankie Luvu's pick six off of Kyler Murray was a highlight. But the offense...what offense? The Panthers are dead last in offense in the NFL. If Baker Mayfield was supposed to be the team savior, or at least a catalyst, it doesn't show.So how long is David Tepper going to stick with Matt Rhule? Rhule is 11-26 as head coach. The last news available was that Tepper was going to continue to be patient with Rhule, but wins must come, and improvement must be evident. We'll see.
So what do Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees have to do with Gaston County? Not much, unless you are a baseball fan. Judge has tied Roger Maris' single season record of 61, and has 4 games to go. In our humble opinion, Sosa, McGuire, and Bonds, all members of the steroid club, should have an asterisk by their names, if they are included on the list at all. At 6'7" and 282 pounds, Judge is a beast.
Shred Day - Fall 2022
410 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NCSaturday November 5th8 am-12 noon*Goodwill will be on site-recycling electronics at this event!
Do bring 3 banker boxes (or similar size plastic bins)Do bring your sensitive materials(i.e. items with your social security information, bank information, old taxes, etc.)Do sort your boxes prior to arrivalDo tell your friends and family about this FREE event!DO NOT bring already shredded papersDO NOT bring mixed papers, i.e. magazines, newspapers, etc. This takes up valuable space others could use to shred their documentsDO NOT have items like batteries, thumb drives, or CD's in your boxes, they can break the machineTo ensure all citizens are able to utilize this FREE event, we ask that you only bring personal items to shred,this event is not intended for businesses.
Feel like some live music?River Jam music at the Whitewater Center
returns May 2023Info here
Thursday Night Pops is back for 2022 Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to the Pavilion in Stowe Park in Belmont on Thursday nights for live music from 6 - 8 PM! Mark your calendars for the dates listed below. September 22 | Under Hill Rose September 29 | The Parks Brothers October 6 | Courtney Lynn & Quinn October 13 | Melonbelly
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The String Bean Belmont is hiringThe String Bean is looking for experienced kitchen staff to join our team. We are a “from scratch” kitchen with a focus on our fresh, homemade menu items as well as our creative daily specials. We are looking for experienced line cooks and shift leaders to help lead our culinary team. We offer competitive pay, a family friendly environment, we promote from within, and we are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Please apply if you have a love for cooking and a desire to be a part of an established and healthy business. Please apply in person at 106 North Main Street, Belmont(Hiring on the spot)
Gaston County Jobs Duke Energy PT Cust Svc $15hr, Gaston County Child Support Agent $18-$28 hr, Park Ranger Mecklenburg County $20 hr., and more.
