laura54+FollowBig changes brewing in GastoniaSugar Creek Brewing is making a bold move—snagging a 2.75-acre spot in Gaston County for a massive new project. They’re teaming up with Martin Sprock to invest $4 million into transforming the old Cavendish Brewing site near CaroMont Health Park. Plans include a brewery, a barbecue restaurant, and upgraded production facilities, plus a huge covered patio. The timing’s still up in the air since their South End lease runs until 2027, but this could mean more local jobs, fresh hangout spots, and a new energy for the area. What do you think this expansion will bring to Gastonia? #Business #Gastonia #SugarCreekBrewing00Share
Mary Williams+FollowGastonia’s Cavendish Brewing closes, new chapter aheadCavendish Brewing Company poured its last pint after a decade, marking the end of an era for Gastonia’s craft beer lovers. The owner is stepping away from the beer scene, but there’s a twist—Sugar Creek Brewing has bought the spot. Locals are already buzzing about what changes might be on tap and when the doors will reopen under the new name. It’s a bittersweet goodbye, but also a fresh start for the space. What’s your favorite Cavendish memory, and what do you hope to see from Sugar Creek? #Food #Gastonia #CraftBeer00Share
Karen Huynh+FollowGastonia woman’s $2M lottery win lifts local charitiesA Cramerton resident just turned a lucky lottery ticket into a lifeline for Gastonia’s community. Pegi Campbell scored a $2 million win at the Food Lion on South New Hope Road, but instead of keeping it all, she’s channeling the money to local charities and a domestic violence shelter. Campbell’s spontaneous ticket purchase is now set to make a real difference for neighbors in need. Imagine the impact if more windfalls were shared like this! How do you think this could inspire others in our area? #News #Gastonia #LotteryWin00Share
Cory Wilson+FollowGastonia woman turns $2M win into hopeA Cramerton neighbor just hit the $2 million lottery jackpot—and she’s using it to lift up Gastonia, not just herself. Pegi Campbell says she’s giving her winnings to local charities and a domestic violence shelter, determined to make a real difference right here at home. Imagine what could change in our community with that kind of generosity! It’s not every day someone turns luck into lasting impact. How would you use a windfall to help others around us? Let’s talk about the power of giving back and the causes that matter most to you. #News #Gastonia #LotteryWinner00Share
Michael Alvarez+FollowGastonia says goodbye to R.O.'s Bar-B-QAfter nearly 80 years of serving up barbecue and memories, R.O.'s Bar-B-Q in Gastonia is closing its doors for good. For generations, this spot has been more than just a place to eat—it's been a community gathering point where families celebrated milestones and friends caught up over hushpuppies. The news hits hard for locals who grew up with R.O.'s as a fixture in their lives. What are your favorite memories from R.O.'s? How do you think its closing will change the Gastonia food scene? #Food #Gastonia #ROsBBQ00Share
Jonathan Clarke+FollowGastonia’s $2M lottery win: Who’s next?A Gastonia resident just turned a $3 Power Play ticket into a life-changing $2 million at the Food Lion on South New Hope Road—one of the biggest Powerball wins in the country this week! North Carolina also saw big wins in Fayetteville and Charlotte, making it a lucky weekend for locals. With Monday’s Powerball jackpot soaring to $1.1 billion, the excitement is real. Imagine what you’d do if you hit it big—would you keep working, travel, or help out your community? Let’s hear your lottery dreams and lucky rituals! #News #Gastonia #LotteryWin00Share
