Happy Tuesday, it's David. Today is September 20th. The Queen was laid to rest yesterday. Meanwhile, back in Gaston County...Gaston County WeatherToday there be mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 88.Tonight will be mainly clear, with a low of 63..
Pharr Completes Dynamo 31 BuildingMcAdenville's Pharr has completed the Dynamo 31 building, which offers 20,000 square feet of adaptive-reuse office space. A substantial portion of the building is already leased, with only 6,800 square feet remaining available. The former Pharr Yarns mill is near the Pharr headquarters in downtown McAdenville. The Catawba Riverkeeper is the first tenant, with Custom Physical Therapy & Fitness coming soon.Across the street, the former McAden Mill #3 building is also undergoing renovation by Pharr. A new roof is being completed as well as flooring repairs in the 40,000 square foot building. The building is expected to host retail, restaurant and entertainment tenants.
Several Gaston neighborhoods make top-selling listSeveral Gaston County neighborhoods made the Charlotte area's top selling list, reported by the Charlotte Business Journal.Coming in at #10 in Mount Holly was Imagery at Mountain Island Lake by Lennar Homes. They closed 148 homes in 2021 at an average sale price of $453,337.Nolen Farms by Meritage Homes in Gastonia came in at #12 with 136 homes closed in 2021, at an average sales price of $327,551.Interestingly, but not in Gaston County, The Farm at Ingleside in Iron Station by DR Horton came in at #9 with 150 homes closed in 2021. Their average price was $398,350.
Gastonia Bed Bath & Beyond not closing..at least for nowBed Bath & Beyond is planning to close 150 stores nationwide in an effort to stabilize their financial situation. So far they have released a list of several dozen of their lower performing locations that are closing. The closest one to Gaston County- at least to date- is the store in the Arboretum in Charlotte.
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.
Upcoming meeting on Belmont developmentTurnstone Group LLC wants to build a 600 home community in Belmont. The development would be on 275 acres on South Point Road.The city has not approved the project, but if the builder meets all city requirements, the city cannot turn them down. In North Carolina, people have a right to sell and develop their own property.The project has caused some controversy and excitement in the Belmont Community. The meeting is scheduled for October 18th at 6 PM at the First United Methodist Church in Belmont. That address is 807 South Point Road.
Modern design at $320,000
Gastonia's newest modern architecture home is ready for you! Fall in love with the color schemes,
granite counter tops and laminate wood flooring for the living, kitchen areas, and bedrooms. Close to shopping, restaurants, and the new Fuse District. This home features large modern windows, 19 foot high cathedral ceilings, open floor space and many asymmetrical designs. The generous use of glass allows an abundance of natural light to flow throughout the house. Enjoy the outdoors on the covered front porch, the beautiful deck out back or the balcony upstairs. Home comes complete with an electric vehicle port in you very own driveway! More...
Restaurant NewsAsuka Sushi & Hibachi in the Forest Brook shopping center has closed. The buzz is that someone else is taking over and remodeling.Booja Korean Restaurant is under new ownership.They are fammily owned, and serve a variety of Korean and Japanese food. They also have lunch specials, and deliver in a five mile radius. More...Evidently Brixx Pizza had permanently closed. The Gastonia location is not listed on the Brixx Pizza website.
W.A. Bess Elementary earns National Blue Ribbon award
297 schools in the U.s. earned the National Blue Ribbon Award from the Department Education. Four were earned in North Carolina, an W. A. Bess Elementary in Gastonia was one of those.The award is given based on academic performance or closing the gap between academic subgroups.W.A. Bess Elementary is located on Beatty Road, near Forestview High School.
Panthers...so are we still pounding, or what?New York Giants beat Panthers 19-16Coulda.woulda, shoulda. The Panthers can't win with slow starts, fumbles. interceptions and blown coverages. We’re close. I believe that with all my heart,” said coach Matt Rhule. “I think we’re so close for coming down the stretch, but we haven’t found a way to get it done. And that’s that’s my job to help us get over that, that last hump. It’s the hardest part and we haven’t done it yet. Didn’t do it today.”This was the Panther's 9th straight loss dating back to last season.
Gastonia plans free bulk trash pickupTe week of September 19th Gastonia residents will have access to free bulk pickup at their homes. That meas items like mattresses, lawn mowers, furniture,and other items that won't fit in city garbage bins can be left at the curb.The city waives its fees for bulk trash collection; typically, residents pay $15 for items weighing up to 100 pounds or $25 for items weighing more than that.
Hear from the New York Times bestselling author of Dopesick, the inspiration for the Peabody Award-winning Hulu series.
About this event
Gaston Together, Gaston Controlled Substances Coalition, and Olive Branch Ministry are honored to welcome author Beth Macy to Gaston College for an in-person conversation and book signing on her new book, Raising Lazarus: Hope, Justice, and the Future of America’s Overdose Crisis. This timely book delivers a “deeply reported, deeply moving” account of everyday heroes fighting on the front lines of the overdose crisis.
This event is free and open to the public, with registration. Doors will open at 8:30 AM, and the event will begin at 9 AM.
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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.
We need a restraining order for COVID
COVID just won't leave us alone. Gaston County reported 385 cases and four deaths in the last week. A week earlier, Gaston County reported 516 cases and one death. In total, through the pandemic we have had 75,439 cases and 915 deaths.More...
Monkeypox in North Carolina
As of Thursday, September 15th, Gaston County has 10 reported cases of Monkeypox. Gaston County has received the vaccine used to prevent Monkeypox and is vaccinating individuals who meet eligibility criteria. Vaccine eligibility information can be found on the NC Monkeypox website.
Feel like some live music?River Jam music at the Whitewater Center
Music begins at 7 PM, no charge, parking $6Thursday September 22nd: The ContendersFriday September 23rd: Golden ShoalsSaturday September 24th: Will Easter & The NomadsInfo 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 FedEx Ground $20 HR, Loomis Armored $68k-$72, Medical Practice CEO Gastonia, Construction Service Mgr Gastonia $75k-$120k , and more.
