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![North Carolina Travel Industry Association (NCTIA) “Tourism Excellence for a Business Award” given to Catawba Riverkeeper and Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_388f94a2f22847b197fff5395bcfba11~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_auto/4bc4d3_388f94a2f22847b197fff5395bcfba11~mv2.webp)
Catawba RiverKeeper
Dec 2, 2024
North Carolina Travel Industry Association (NCTIA) “Tourism Excellence for a Business Award” given to Catawba Riverkeeper and Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
December 9, 2024 - Gaston County, NC - John Searby, Chief Executive Officer of Catawba Riverkeeper and Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden,...
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![2023 visitor impact for Gaston County County spending Increases by 4.9 percent to $352.46 million](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_2434a1fd4d86441bb617220c021a9789~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_2434a1fd4d86441bb617220c021a9789~mv2.webp)
Michael Applegate
Aug 31, 2024
2023 visitor impact for Gaston County County spending Increases by 4.9 percent to $352.46 million
Belmont, N.C . — Domestic and international visitors to and within Gaston County spent $352.46 million in 2023, an increase of 4.9% ...
![Gaston County is thrilled to be part of the Official North Carolina Trail Town Guide](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4eee2c_964cccbd79544c2c8be96940c73e7f07~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_auto/4eee2c_964cccbd79544c2c8be96940c73e7f07~mv2.webp)
Outdoor NC
Aug 19, 2024
Gaston County is thrilled to be part of the Official North Carolina Trail Town Guide
We're thrilled to announce our designation as a Outdoor NC Trail Town and celebrate the launch of the Official North Carolina Trail Town...
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Our State
May 16, 2024
Gaston County's Tar Heel Towns as Seen on OurState.com
TAR HEEL TOWNS Your Guide to Gaston County Sponsored by Gaston County Tourism and written by Lara Ivanitch, "Tar Heel Towns Your Guide to...
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Outside Magazine
May 16, 2024
Exploring Gaston County's Outdoor Scene
Discover the outdoor wonders of Gaston County, North Carolina, as we dive into "The Outdoor Enthusiast’s Guide to Charlotte," A local’s...
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![Outdoor NC Trail Town Stewardship Designation Program & Visitors Guide](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_16dbe0554d784f408a6ffbe75136c9e8~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_16dbe0554d784f408a6ffbe75136c9e8~mv2.webp)
Michael Applegate
Mar 8, 2024
Outdoor NC Trail Town Stewardship Designation Program & Visitors Guide
JOIN THE MOVEMENT Outdoor NC Trail Towns Over the next few months, Gaston County Tourism Development will be working with Outdoor NC on...
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![Inside the Jonas Brothers' Culinary Heritage: A Delicious Tale of Family Meals and Nellie’s Southern Kitchen](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_9223213cfdde4f28a4460ad3dc981239~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_9223213cfdde4f28a4460ad3dc981239~mv2.webp)
Rachel Chang
Dec 22, 2023
Inside the Jonas Brothers' Culinary Heritage: A Delicious Tale of Family Meals and Nellie’s Southern Kitchen
Dive into the heartwarming Jonas family food traditions in an exclusive feature by Food & Wine. From shared breakfasts during the...
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![Experience the Enchanting Magic: McAdenville's Christmas Wonderland Unveiled by Rachel Chang](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_831f9c311e0d4a5293f40a7eca1e9ba4~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_831f9c311e0d4a5293f40a7eca1e9ba4~mv2.webp)
Rachel Chang
Dec 17, 2023
Experience the Enchanting Magic: McAdenville's Christmas Wonderland Unveiled by Rachel Chang
Join Rachel Chang as she unveils the heartwarming tale in her story, "This Small Town in North Carolina Transforms Into a Whimsical...
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![Jonas Brothers' Parents Dish on Family Favorites at Nellie's Southern Kitchen!](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_b5a2defd2b6d48b49e4a6f5c7ca24675~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_b5a2defd2b6d48b49e4a6f5c7ca24675~mv2.webp)
Kelsie Gibson
Dec 12, 2023
Jonas Brothers' Parents Dish on Family Favorites at Nellie's Southern Kitchen!
Ever wondered what the Jonas Brothers' favorite meals are at their family's restaurant, Nellie's Southern Kitchen? Kevin Sr. and Denise...
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Cathy Bennett Kopf
Dec 10, 2023
Uncover the holiday magic in Gaston County
Uncover the holiday magic in Western North Carolina with Cathy Bennett Kopf's festive guide on She Buys Travel. From enchanting garden...
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![Southern Living Magazine Recognizes McAdenville as one of the 16 Best Destinations For A Classic Southern Christmas](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_6c5b3cf4dee34496bdadd146b1f94df3~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_6c5b3cf4dee34496bdadd146b1f94df3~mv2.webp)
Southern Living
Nov 8, 2023
Southern Living Magazine Recognizes McAdenville as one of the 16 Best Destinations For A Classic Southern Christmas
Southern Living Magazine has honored McAdenville, affectionately known as "Christmas Town USA," as one of the 16 Best Destinations for a...
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![The Schiele Museum Debuts a New Lobby Exhibit](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_00c3f01aa6814b4dbfea51d44218281a~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_00c3f01aa6814b4dbfea51d44218281a~mv2.webp)
Schiele Museum of Natural History
Oct 2, 2023
The Schiele Museum Debuts a New Lobby Exhibit
Visitors can see the world’s largest flying reptile GASTONIA, N.C., September 29, 2023 – After a major update to the lobby of The Schiele...
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![The Schiele Museum Unveils Its Newest Exhibit](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_82c35d1103d34f18908485e130dd5580~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_82c35d1103d34f18908485e130dd5580~mv2.webp)
Schiele Museum
Sep 25, 2023
The Schiele Museum Unveils Its Newest Exhibit
Visitors can be among the first to see it during two special events GASTONIA, N.C., September 20, 2023 – If you have visited The Schiele...
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![8 Landmark Spots Serving Up Classic Burgers](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_81b56dcdc2194275a4b5d63bd0e7ad40~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_81b56dcdc2194275a4b5d63bd0e7ad40~mv2.webp)
Melissa McCauley
May 1, 2023
8 Landmark Spots Serving Up Classic Burgers
Our State Magazine features 8 landmark spots in North Carolina serving up classic burgers! Shake Shop in Cherryville made the list. Shake...
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![New Accolades for Gaston County in Best of Blue Ridge 2023](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_c4855bf61ac749389892321bfa32ca8e~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_c4855bf61ac749389892321bfa32ca8e~mv2.webp)
Melissa McCauley
Feb 1, 2023
New Accolades for Gaston County in Best of Blue Ridge 2023
Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine’s conducted the 13th Annual Best of the Blue Ridge Awards this year to find the best outdoor businesses,...
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Our State
Jul 10, 2022
It’s All About the Slaw — Gastonia
R.O.’s Sauce, Slaw & Dip is sold at Food Lions, Harris Teeters, and Ingles Markets in Gaston, Lincoln, and Cleveland counties, and at...
![NC WEEKEND features paddling on Gaston County Blueways](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_47642b884af14dc58e0d6fa8f595d5eb~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_auto/4bc4d3_47642b884af14dc58e0d6fa8f595d5eb~mv2.webp)
Melissa McCauley
May 20, 2022
NC WEEKEND features paddling on Gaston County Blueways
NORTH CAROLINA WEEKEND Natural Beauty Season 19 Episode 19 | 26m 46s| North Carolina Weekend explores places around the state famous for...
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![15 of the Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens in North Carolina](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_9c20f18370fd45ffacf1fb1ed4b886cc~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_9c20f18370fd45ffacf1fb1ed4b886cc~mv2.webp)
NC Tripping
Mar 22, 2022
15 of the Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens in North Carolina
Story by NCTripping.com , Photo from Gaston County Tourism One of the most beautiful ways to enjoy spring (especially spring break) is to...
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![Congratulations to Harold Varner III Gaston Native on at PLAYERS Championship, March 2022](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bc4d3_83b72766371d480bb258491be8ce4485~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_451,h_339,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/4bc4d3_83b72766371d480bb258491be8ce4485~mv2.webp)
Melissa McCauley
Mar 15, 2022
Congratulations to Harold Varner III Gaston Native on at PLAYERS Championship, March 2022
Harold Varner III rebounds from poor front in fourth round of the PLAYERS Championship March 14, 2022 Story and video by PGATOUR.COM In...
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Southern Arts Society
Mar 14, 2022
“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...
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