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Waterbean Coffee Shop makes progress at Gastonia location


Waterbean Coffee Shop makes progress at Gastonia location

Waterbean Coffee, a shop with locations in several North Carolina cities, is about to open a new location in Gastonia’s FUSE district, according to owner and founder Tony Vo. He announced in 2022 that the company had purchased the former Powers Seafood Market at 511 W. Franklin Blvd. The 740-square-meter building was intended to be […]

“God has his hand over this place” – First Baptist Church of Gaston celebrates its 200th anniversary


“God has his hand over this place” – First Baptist Church of Gaston celebrates its 200th anniversary

GASTON, SC (WOLO) — First Baptist Church of Gaston is celebrating its 200th anniversary — and members hope you will join them for their special services. Pastor Brady Henderson says the church was founded in 1824 with only 21 members, most of whom were local sharecroppers and farmers who are now buried in the church […]

Webb Custom Kitchen is back in the news


Webb Custom Kitchen is back in the news

Webb Custom Kitchen on South South Street in Gastonia has once again been named one of the state’s best restaurants. Webb ranked 16th on Yelp’s recently released list of the 100 best restaurants in North Carolina. Despite recognition from local organizations, national publications and restaurant associations, Nikki Wellman, Webb’s current general manager, said employees are […]