Gaston Gazette

The Gaston Gazette is a daily publication located in Gastonia, North Carolina. Originally owned by Freedom Communications, the newspaper changed hands in 2012 when Freedom sold its newspapers in Florida and North Carolina to Halifax Media Group. In 2015, Halifax Media Group was purchased by New Media Investment Group, which later merged and became part of Gannett in 2019.

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Gaston students travel to Peru and Germany through Gastonia's Sister Cities program

4 days ago | gastongazette.com | Mike Hensdill

Mike HensdillCamari Camp. Rising 12th Grade Cherryville H.S.Provided By The City Of GastoniaLivie Forbes. Rising 10th Grade Highland TechPhoto Provided By The City Of GastoniaLogan Hawkins. Rising 11th Grade Forestview H.S.Provided By The City Of GastoniaLucas Domicolo. Rising 10th Grade Gaston Day SchoolPhoto Provided By The City Of GastoniaMaddie Borromeo. Rising 10th Grade Highland TechProvided By The City Of GastoniaOliver Weidert.
Man killed in wreck Tuesday in Belmont

1 week ago | gastongazette.com | Kara Fohner

A 64-year-old Charlotte man was killed in a two-car collision in Belmont, NC on Tuesday evening. The victim, Herbert James Wilson, was driving a Ford Explorer when it was struck by a vehicle driven by 19-year-old Talyiah Staton. The collision caused the Explorer to overturn. A Charlotte man was killed in a wreck in Belmont Tuesday evening, according to the Belmont Police Department.
Robots battle it out at the Schiele Museum | See the photos

1 week ago | gastongazette.com | Mike Hensdill

Mike HensdillCow Pie and Rad Whirleygig battle during the Robots Rockets and Rovers event held Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Schiele Museum in Gastonia. Mike Hensdill/THE GASTON GAZETTEBots do battle as the crowd watches during the Robots Rockets and Rovers event held Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Schiele Museum in Gastonia.
Gastonia woman killed in wreck by drunken driver, police say

1 week ago | gastongazette.com | Kara Fohner

A 21-year-old Huntersville man is charged with felony death by motor vehicle after a fatal crash in Gastonia. Police allege Logan Taylor ran a red light at high speed with his headlights off, striking another vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle, 45-year-old Rashonda Greene, was killed. Police say both speed and alcohol were contributing factors in the crash. A 21-year-old is accused of driving drunk and killing a Gastonia woman in a wreck, according to Gastonia police.
The 7th Annual Gastonia EbonyFest Juneteenth Festival Parade was held Saturday on Main

1 week ago | gastongazette.com | Mike Hensdill

Mike HensdillThe 7th Annual Gastonia EbonyFest Juneteenth Festival Parade rolled along Main Avenue in Gastonia Saturday afternoon, June 14, 2025. Mike Hensdill/THE GASTON GAZETTEColorful costumes are worn during the 7th Annual Gastonia EbonyFest Juneteenth Festival Parade rolled along Main Avenue in Gastonia Saturday afternoon, June 14, 2025.
NC State basketball offseason: Vote on the key piece of Wolfpack's roster for 2025-26 season

1 week ago | gastongazette.com | Rodd Baxley |Fayetteville Observer

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Emergency crews recover man who drowned in Moss Lake

1 week ago | gastongazette.com | Diane Turbyfill

A 46-year-old man drowned in Moss Lake in Kings Mountain, North Carolina on Saturday. Emergency crews responded to a possible drowning call around 5 p.m.The victim, William James Corn Jr., was recovered from the lake but resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful. A Lattimore man drowned in Moss Lake Saturday, according to Kings Mountain Police. The department got a call just before 5 p.m. about a possible drowning at the lake off of Highland Circle.
What to know about Muddy River Distillery's free community festival

1 week ago | gastongazette.com | Kara Fohner

Muddy River Distillery is hosting a free community festival on June 21st from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. to celebrate the Mount Holly Cotton Mill's 150th anniversary. The festival will feature vendors, live music, and multiple bars serving various cocktails. The event also marks Muddy River Distillery's one-year anniversary in the renovated mill building. Muddy River Distillery will hold a free community festival to celebrate the Mount Holly Cotton Mill's sesquicentennial anniversary.
The Gaston County United Way 72nd Annual Celebration | See the photos

1 week ago | gastongazette.com | Mike Hensdill

Mike HensdillPresident of the United Way Andrea Stephens welcomes guests to the United Way of Gaston County’s 72nd Annual Celebration held Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Gaston Country Club. Mike Hensdill/THE GASTON GAZETTEMany attended the United Way of Gaston County’s 72nd Annual Celebration held Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the Gaston Country Club.
Charlotte-based muralist brightens up Mount Holly

2 weeks ago | gastongazette.com | Kara Fohner

Charlotte-based muralist Johari Huggins painted a colorful crosswalk mural in Mount Holly. The mural, located on Rankin Avenue, features native plants and flowers inspired by the city's bee sanctuary designation. Huggins, who previously worked in graphic design, enjoys incorporating language into her public art. A crosswalk on a Mount Holly street is now much more colorful thanks to the work of a Charlotte-based muralist.