Good morning Gaston County! David here.
Today is August 25th, 2026.
So for all you PSL fans (pumpkin spice latte), Starbucks is officially serving their most popular seasonal drink starting today. Fall may be a month away, but no matter. Pumpkin Spice is extremely popular-I just had some Pumpkin Spice brake shoes put on my Jeep…
Have a great week guys!
Today's weather: Partly sunny and pleasant, high of 88..
Tonight: Clear with a low of 65.
Miami Fusion in Lowell has closed
We are sad to report that Miami Fusion in Lowell has closed. (They have the best tres leches in the world!). But not for lack of business…owner Damaris Gonzalez tells us that her catering business has skyrocketed. They do 3-5 catering jobs of very large corporate functions every week, and they needed the space and staff for catering.
We wish them the best and hope they will consider Gaston County again in the near future when they catch their breath!
Need catering? You can reach them at 704-860-1397
The original Gastonia Shrimp Boat where the Pizza Hut is now on Chester and York Roads.
The “new” Shrimp Boat at 120 South Broad Street in Gastonia
Did you know this about the Shrimp Boat?
The things you learn while looking for other things…
I never really thought about it, but I just assumed that the Shrimp Boat in Gastonia was a Gastonia thing and the only one. I had no idea that it was once part of a chain.
The Shrimp Boat was originally brought to Gastonia in 1962 as a trailer restaurant by Navy veteran Bill Long, this location eventually moved into a permanent brick building and has remained a staple in the area.
The Original Chain: The Shrimp Boat chain was originally founded in the 1950s (headquartered out of Macon, Georgia) and expanded across the Southeast throughout the 1960s as a fast-casual fried chicken and seafood franchise.
Independent Survivors: While the corporate parent entity/chain eventually folded, a small handful of locations—including the Gastonia restaurant (originally established in 1962)—continued to operate independently as local outposts using the original recipes and legacy name.
Locally Owned: Today, the Gastonia restaurant operates independently as an iconic local spot rather than a typical modern corporate chain branch.
Signature Menu: Like the few other remaining historic Shrimp Boat locations across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, it continues to be famously known for both its fried chicken and classic Calabash-style seafood plates.
Woodson toys opening in Belmont this Friday
Woodson’s Toys is opening on Friday in Belmont at 25 North Main Street, Suite B.
Woodson will be a neighborhood toy and baby store, offering curated toys, games, and items tailored for children and infants. They will also have arts and crafts, dress up, squishies, nostalgic toys, and science kits - it’s a store for kids and kids at heart.
They are in the old Bliss Gallery space in downtown Belmont.
Two new Gaston County projects worth multi millions
An unnamed developer is is considering a a $61 million dollar project for Gaston County. The developer is asking for incentives for a project code named Project Alliance Gastonia 85. The project is expected to have five buildings totaling 872,000 square feet. Gaston County Commissioners meet tonight to consider a Level Four incentive Grant.
Commissioners are also expected to consider Project Atlas this evening. An unnamed company is considering a $21 million investment in Gaston County real estate, machinery and equipment.
The project is expected to create 95 new jobs with an average annual salary exceeding $79,710 per year. The average annual salary in Gaston County is $54,736, according N.C. Department of Commerce data.
Gaston County Register of Deeds needs your photos for a time capsule!
Our office has commissioned a time capsule that will be opened in 50 years. As part of that project, we are holding a photo contest for images to include in the time capsule that tell the story of Gaston County's history! Anyone may enter the contest and multiple entries are welcomed.
**The deadline to submit photos is September 1st!** More info…
Two Chicks Sandwiches & Scoops has a new dining room
I have always like the food at Two Chick Sandwiches & Scoops, but I didn’t always like sitting outside to eat. Now they have their own indoor dining option! They are located at 102 South Main Street in Belmont.
Two local companies make the Inc. 5000 list
Two local companies have made the Inc. 5000 list. The Inc. 5000 ranks companies based on revenue growth from 2022 to 2025, portrayed as a percentage.
NJR Construction of Gastonia has a 3 year growth rate of 64%. Their services include but are not limited to Exterior/Interior Structural and non structural metal framing, Gypsum Wall Board Assemblies, Acoustical Ceiling Systems, and Interior Demolition. NJR Construction LLC is a certified Minority & Small owned Business Enterprise.
Zapps Wholesale, formerly of Belmont, now out of Shelby, had a three year growth rate of 68%. They is a wholesale distribution company, providing access to high quality truckloads of product from some of the largest retailers in the world .
Vintage framed Convex glass Victorian ladies
Have you been to Shelli’s She Shed yet?
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-3pm
980-318-3816
106 W. Dallas Rd.. Stanley , NC 28164
Gaston County Jobs
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Meet Blue
Animal ID 61502599
Species Dog
Breed Alaskan Husky/Mix
Age 6 years 19 days
Gender Female
Size Medium
Color White/Red
Spayed/Neutered
Declawed No
Housetrained Unknown
Site GCACE
Location Dog Adoption
Intake Date 8/5/2026
Stage Availabl
