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“I AM WOMAN” exhibit at Southern Arts Society
Winners were announced this past weekend for the “I Am Woman” art exhibit and competition at Southern Arts Society (SASi) in Kings...

Melissa McCauley
Mar 14, 2022


Congratulations to Belmont, NC for winning best event of the year!
We are so proud to announce that Moonlight on Main won best event for 2021. The North Carolina Association of Festivals & Events is proud...

Melissa McCauley
Feb 24, 2022


Belmont’s Muddy River Distillery growing by leaps and bounds
One of Belmont’s most innovative and interesting small businesses, as well as a tourism destination , Muddy River Distillery , is growing...

Melissa McCauley
Feb 4, 2022


Chuck Johnson hits a hole in one
Pro golfer returns home to teach the sport he loves Chuck Johnson just may be Gaston County’s answer to Jack Nicklaus. We recently caught...

Gaston Lifestyles Magazine
Jan 4, 2022


Destination: Recreation
Photo: Spencer Mountain Landing 2009 by Nancy-Pierce Over the last few years, Gaston County has increasingly become a destination for...

Melissa McCauley
Dec 22, 2021


7 must-visit restaurants for superb Southern cuisine
Heading south for the winter? Warmer temperatures are a perfect excuse to escape the chill and indulge in some superb Southern food. When...

Melissa McCauley
Dec 2, 2021


Gaston County Growth featured in the Charlotte Business Journal 2021
The pace of development in and around Gaston County has put our communities in play for explosive growth in new business and investment....

Melissa McCauley
Nov 4, 2021


Gastonia Greenway Extended Through Town in Gaston County
Construction has just wrapped up on an extension of the Avon and Catawba Creeks Greenway through central Gastonia. Connecting Lineberger...

Melissa McCauley
Oct 14, 2021


New Improved Online Trail Map Created by Carolina Thread Trail
The Carolina Thread Trail online map is new and improved! Easier to navigate and more mobile-friendly, the interactive map includes all...

Melissa McCauley
Oct 14, 2021


Gaston's Great Podcast
Welcome to Gaston's Great A podcast featuring all the positive
things happening in and around Gaston County, NC!

Melissa McCauley
Oct 14, 2021


12 Exciting Things to Do in Gastonia and Gaston County
Home to 13 distinctively unique municipalities, Gaston County is a huge treasure trove of fun! From the beautiful Daniel Stowe Botanical...

Melissa McCauley
Oct 5, 2021


7 trails for fall colors within 50 minutes of Charlotte
One of the many great things about living in Charlotte is that you can go from center city to practically off the grid in under an hour....

Melissa McCauley
Oct 4, 2021


8 DAY TRIPS NEAR CHARLOTTE
The Queen City makes a great jumping off point for a day trip or weekend getaway to these nearby attractions. There’s plenty to do in...

Melissa McCauley
Aug 13, 2021


Deborah Holt Noel of NC Weekend Paddles the 11 Mills Blueway
Join host Deborah Holt Noel as she shares the best things to see and do across the state each weekend. Whether you're a fan of bluegrass...

PBS NC
Aug 6, 2021


Black Folks Camp Too Visit Crowders Mountain State Park
About the Group Black Folks Camp Too is an outdoor lifestyle executive educational group whose mission is to increase diversity in the...

Gaston Lifestyles Magazine
Feb 2, 2021


Biking the Backroads and Trails of Gaston County
Road Rides Let’s say it’s a recovery day, or maybe you’re taking the family out for some bicycle bonding time. Consider peddling...

Melissa McCauley
Dec 11, 2019
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