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• A new $7.5 million Project AWARE grant will expand student mental health services in Ashe, Carteret, and Person County Schools from 2026 to 2031.
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Schiele Museum opens its new Hall of Dinosaurs September 26 while October events hit Mount Holly, Dallas, Belmont, Gastonia, Kings Mountain,...

Two people died and two others suffered critical injuries in a shooting inside a southern Gaston County home on Forbes Road.

• Officers responded...

The $78 million replacement of the 93-year-old Sloan's Ferry Bridge will add three lanes each way across the Catawba River, directly targeting the...

Hurricane recovery spending has emerged as a flashpoint in North Carolina’s U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Roy Cooper and Republican Michael...

The Bayview Plan delivers new single-family construction in Gastonia's Avalon community.

• Price: $374,090+ (down from $385,090) at $199/sqft
• Size...

Voters weighing the Gaston County commissioner race can see clear differences in priorities ahead of early voting.

• Growth planning: Buchanan pushes...

Gastonia families can enjoy a completely free community night with an '80s neon theme at McGill Family YMCA on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 6-8...

Kings Mountain claims the new No. 1 spot in local rankings after Week 7.

• Ashbrook at Kings Mountain: Mountaineers avenge last year's 43-7 loss...

Steven Wilson, 29, was taken into custody in Gastonia on Oct. 5 after allegedly pushing, punching, and strangling a pregnant woman in Gaston County on...

Gastonia manufacturing roles are open with specific schedules, skill needs, and benefits.

• Maintenance Technician (MANN+HUMMEL): 2nd shift 6:30...

Residents facing housing stability challenges can access free meals, transportation, a laundry/shower mobile unit, and other community services at...

Gastonia extended its warming center RFP deadline to 4 p.m. on October 9 after receiving few proposals. Residents should know the shelter will open at...

Gastonia schools and nonprofits are hiring for roles supporting students and families.

• Head Start Director: Lead daily operations for a nonprofit...

• Backgrounds: Republican Donnie Loftis, 70, brings military service, county commissioner roles, and six years in the House. Democrat Mark Carver, 68,...

Gastonia has multiple openings for roles supporting residents with behavioral health and community needs.

• Qualified Professional (CST):...

Gastonia earns a B- safety grade with overall crime 23% below the national average.

Key comparisons:

• Violent crime chance: 1 in 793 (67% lower than...

Gaston Day School gained a major sports infrastructure boost with a new 56-acre athletic complex and parking addition on a parcel next to its Gastonia...

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