Visitors

Wow, the paving is now in the heart of Central Avenue in Belmont this week.

If at all possible, try to avoid Central between the Point and Keener.

It is amazing that the road crews ground the asphalt all the way down to the first level of concrete. Several areas are showing brick pavers in some sections.

(Gazette Photo)

Former President, Jimmy Carter, made a stop in Gastonia on Friday to promote his newest book, “Beyond the White House: Waging Peace, Fighting Diseases, Building Hope“.

He was a bit late, or so the “waiters-in-line” were told. But it was worth the experience to see a living former US president. He looked old and tired and still had the charm that the textile workers from the mid-70’s remember. Mr. Carter may not have had the “greatest presidency” or been the “most beloved” president, but he has done the most with his post-presidential life.

Nobel laureate, statesman, philanthropist, author, and world-traveler just to name a few expressions that follow his name.

Thank you Mr. President,  for remembering Gaston County and your ties to our area.

The next phase in the development of the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is about to open. The Gazette Article about the preview party.