A local guide shares his favorite ways to explore the South Fork of the Catawba River, including where to launch a kayak, see wildlife, and break for a bite during your day on the water.
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7 Ways to Welcome Spring in Gaston County
As the weather warms, the opportunities to dine, sightsee, and explore the Piedmont grow by the day. From baseball stadiums to botanical gardens, read on for some our favorite places to get outside.
An Outdoor Lover’s Guide to Gaston County
Hiking enthusiast and Gaston County local Vivianette Ortiz Caraballo shares her insider recommendations for where to play in Crowders Mountain, Gastonia, Belmont, and beyond.
A Foodie’s Guide to Gaston County
From upscale restaurants in historic venues to cozy wine bars, a local restaurant owner shares his top picks for how to eat, drink, and savor your time in Gastonia, Belmont, and beyond.
Family Fun in Gaston County
From adventures in the treetops to interactive garden playscapes, watch for five ways to delight all ages in Belmont and Gastonia.
7 Fall Activities in Gaston County
These foothills towns are outdoor wonderlands any time of year. Come fall, however, fiery foliage and promising temperatures make them a place to spend all day or all weekend playing, exploring, and discovering the area’s local heritage.
The Tiny Traveling House
For nearly a century, one miniature abode has made its way into a handful of Gaston County backyards — and into the hearts of the children who’ve made the playhouse theirs.
Finding Holiday Magic in McAdenville and Beyond
From Christmas Town, USA to glowing gardens, snowless tubing, and ice skating, here’s where to find the spirit of Christmas in Gaston County.
An Honorable Khaki
Just prior to the Great Depression, a Gaston County textile mill introduced a special khaki weave that served our armed forces with distinction for five decades.
