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Meet the Gaston teen with four published books and a pet rescue organization
At just 16-years-old, Gastonia student Emory Ivie has four published books under her belt, a website designed to help match abandoned animals with loving homes, and a knack for creating charcoal portraits of pets. Of all these hobbies, writing is Ivie’s favorite. “I’ve always really loved telling stories,” Ivie...
Where to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Cleveland County
Cinco de Mayo recognizes a military victory over the French forces of Napoleon III in 1862. In the mid-20th Century, the United States began acknowledging the date each May 5, but those celebrations have primarily become a chance to take in Mexican fare. Looking to fill up on tacos or...
New farmers market coming to Dallas this summer
A new Farmers Market is coming to Dallas this summer, and visitors can expect brunch, local vendors and a view. Sandcastle Farm has been in the Rhyne family for 100 years. Sebron Dixon, the fifth generation of the family to work on the farm - which is still in operation growing corn, hay, and more - opened The Barn at Sandcastle Farm as an event venue six years ago.
Summer concerts are back by popular demand at the Gaston County Museum this summer
After an eight-year hiatus, Blues Out Back is making a comeback at the Gaston County Museum. According to Patricia Rudisill, the museum’s marketing and development coordinator, the concerts are back by popular demand. “The museum did this music series for a number of years, and we stopped probably eight...
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