Good morning Gaston County, it's David.Today is September 23rd, 2025.So fall arrived yesterday officially at 2:19 PM...did you feel it? Summer hasn't lost it's grip though.It's going to be 88 degrees today.Do you check your calendar on your phone every morning like I do? If I trust my memory and don't, I end up missing appointments...
Today's weather: Sunny and warm, with a high of 88.
Tonight: Clear to partly cloudy and humid, low of 63.
New York Butcher Shoppe-Wine bar close to opening
The New York Butcher Shoppe-Wine Bar in Belmont is looking at a mid-November opening. Located at 100 Bryant Street, on the corner of McCloud near Main, they will offer premium cuts of meat, seasoned and stuffed meats, prepared meals, prepared salad and side dishes, crafted deli sandwiches, and a large wine selection.
Sold out disco murder mystery a rousing success!
The Gaston County Museum of Art & History's disco murder mystery event on Satuday was a great success. The event was held at Loray Mill and was sold out.Big things are happening at the Museum!
Here are two spectacular Halloween houses for you to check out!
If you love Halloween displays, we have tWo great ones for you! They both are scheduled to be available October 1st
The first is at the home of Isaac Vargas at 113 Scaleybark Court in Mount Holly. Check out his video here. This display gets bigger and better every year.The second is called Skeletons for St. Jude, and is located at 115 Airport Road in Stanley. Children get free candy, and there is a smoke show Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights.
Mount Holly celebrates two new murals
Yesterday Mount Holly celebrated two new murals. Above left is "Catawba River" by Thomas Thoune and Patrick Robinson. It's at the Truist Bank at 150 South Main Street in Mount Holly.Above right is "Rise" by Sarah and Andrew McWilson. The mural is located at Ida Rankin Elementary School at 301 West Central Ave. in Mount Holly.
So I am seeing various reports of a black bear in Stanley behind the old Bi-Lo and near Auten Circle. If this is your bear, please keep it in your yard.Seriously, I hope nothing happens to the bear. Hopefully it can be moved to a less populated area.
Pics from the Friday night concert in Stanley, courtesy of Jerry Hager. We assume that's a barbecue sandwich with that Cheerwine..
Waterbean Coffee Exquisite set to open
Owner Tony Vo says Waterbean Coffee Exquisite will open in the next week or so. The Gastonia location is the first of its kind, and will feature a multi-course coffee tasting experience. They will also have a full bar.They are located at 618 West Franklin Blvd., in the FUSE District.
Check out this Alpine Coaster in Banner Elk
Not in Gaston County, but a day trip away, is the Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster. Looks like a lot of fun! Riders can control the speed of the sleds, which can reach 29 miles per hour. They are open pretty much everyday- check here before you go.
So Gastonia really is the gateway to Charlotte
The Nolen Farm development is the 8th fastest selling new home development in the Charlotte Metro area, according to Market Opportunity Research Enterprises.
The average sales price of the new homes is $395,528. The development is located off of Union New Hope Road in Gastonia.
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Meet Richard Rankin, the new President of Gaston Community Foundation.
In his first couple of months, Richard has shared his excitement for joining our strong team, his deep appreciation for the Foundation’s mission, and his vision for the future, including celebrating GCF’s 50th anniversary in 2028.
From honoring our history to building on our $150M milestone, Richard is committed to continuing the tradition of generosity that makes Gaston County strong.
Join us in welcoming Richard and learn more about the Foundation’s work here.
There's no money in Gaston County...actually there is!
According to the Charlotte Business Journal, Gaston County has two of the largest foundations in the Charlotte Metro area.The Gaston Community Foundation has total assets of $126.21 million, with total giving of $7.71 million cfgaston.orgThe Gaston Community Foundation manages a variety of funds. Some are flexible and can support a range of community needs, while others are set aside for specific nonprofit organizations. They also oversee donor-advised funds, which allow individuals to recommend how the money should be used to support causes they care about.The W. Duke Kimbrell Family Foundation has total assets of $102.44 million, with total giving of $4.58 million. InfoThe Kimbrell foundation supports higher education in North Carolina, they also support local community organizations, including the Gaston Community Foundation and others. They also support health care, including hospice care, funding for Protestant agencies and churches, and environmental causes, including conservation, biodiversity, and botanical gardens.
Graphic representing a labyrinth by Wanda Campbell
Arts on the Greenway is building a labyrinth
Local non-profit Arts on the Greenway in Mount Holly is building a labyrinth. It will be located next to the Arts on the Greenway building and across from the Citizens Center on South Alexander Street.Pastor Kara Stewart of Good Shepherd Lutheran is part of the group spearheading the project. "A labyrinth is a pattern that there's one way in, and you take that same path out," she said. "A maze is meant for you to get lost. A labyrinth is designed for you to be found, and to find yourself, and to find your center.
Gaston County jobs
Registered remote Dietician, up to $130 hr Certified Nurse Anesthetist, from $191k Travel Radiation Therapist $100k
If you haven't checked out Shelli's She Shed in Stanley- what are you waiting for!
Shelli's She Shed is a home decor boutique full of floral stems & arrangements and unique, vintage, antique, retro, farmhouse styles and the perfect gift items.New Hours: Fri & Sat 10am-4pm980-318-3816106 W Dallas Rd., Stanley, NC 28164Check us out!
Do you know what an Austrailian Koolie is?
Animal ID 59400400 Species Dog Breed Australian Koolie/Mix Age 2 years 2 days Gender Male Size Small Color Beige/Black Declawed No Housetrained Unknown Site GCACE Location Dog Holding 3 (Sick Iso) Intake Date 9/20/2025 Stage New ArrivalInfo
