Gaston County Economic Development Commission

06/19/2026

The Gaston County Economic Development Commission is pleased to announce that Textum, OPCO is expanding its existing operations in Gaston County. The project will involve renovating an existing 550,000-square-foot building and adding new advanced manufacturing machinery and equipment.

The project will create 34 new jobs, bringing the total workforce at the McAdenville facility to 82 full-time jobs over the next two years. The average annual wage of the new positions will be approximately $67,812, which is 24% higher than the county’s current average wage of $54,736.

The Gaston County Economic Development Commission is pleased to announce that Textum, OPCO is moving and expanding its existing operations in Gaston County into a vacant existing building in McAdenville. The project will involve renovating an existing 550,000-square-foot building and adding new adva...

06/01/2026

Come see why Gaston County is THE best place to live and work 🤩

In the walkable downtowns of Belmont, Mount Holly, and Gastonia, a local guide shares his favorite spots to grab a bite, explore outdoors, and settle in for ...

05/11/2026

🤩 The Gaston County Economic Development Commission is proud to celebrate North Carolina being named America’s #1 State for Business! 👏

Here in Gaston County, our strong manufacturing heritage, strategic location in the Charlotte Region, and skilled workforce continue to drive economic growth and attract new investment. From advanced manufacturing to expanding industrial development opportunities, Gaston County remains committed to supporting business success and creating quality jobs for our community.

We look forward to continuously being the #1 State for Business!

Gaston County Government The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina

04/29/2026

https://www.gastongazette.com/story/news/local/2026/04/24/gaston-county-mill-redevelopment-brings-apartments/89734497007/?utm_source=ngag-home&utm_content=daily%20briefing%20-%20gastonia%20nc&utm_campaign=Home&utm_medium=email&utm_term=adhoc

An abandoned Gaston County textile mill, built in 1907, will be transformed into 65 apartments and retail space.

04/23/2026

The Gaston County EDC was proud to support Tuesday’s Kick-It Classic Tournament hosted by NorthPoint Development. The event raised an incredible $85,430, benefiting Bags of Hope and the NorthPoint Foundation—two organizations dedicated to supporting local children and strengthening our communities in many ways. We appreciate the opportunity to be part of such a meaningful event and the positive impact it brings to Gaston County.

NorthPoint Development has constructed more than 3 million square feet of industrial/commercial space in Gaston County, with an additional 1 million square feet planned at Gateway85. This investment has expanded the available building inventory which strengthens the Gaston County EDC’s business recruitment efforts, helps create new job opportunities for our citizens, and enhances the local tax base.

04/16/2026

Gaston County’s healthcare system just gets stronger 🤩 We love to see it Caromont! Thanks for your commitment to the community

Today, we are proud to announce a $200 million investment in oncology care.

When someone hears the words "you have cancer," everything changes. In that moment and in the months that follow, patients and families need more than excellent medical care. They need clarity, reassurance, guidance and people who walk alongside them every step of the way.

This investment includes a new 125,000-square-foot cancer center in Gastonia, as well as new hematology and oncology office and radiation therapy center in Belmont. These additions will double our capacity to serve the region's growing oncology needs and strengthen the nationally accredited programs that already care for more than 1,500 patients each year.

Learn more: https://caromonthealth.org/news/caromont-health-announces-200-million-investment-in-cancer-care/

04/06/2026

From Mill to Homes: Bessemer City Community Earns Recognition

Bessemer City recently won an award for the revitalization of the Osage Mill and according to City Manager Josh Ross, the recognition is a “win for the community.”

02/18/2026

According to U.S. News and World Report, many any U.S. residents were either on the move last year or thinking about a move, and we know which states, counties and cities were the most popular destinations in 2025. Using online search data and accounting for population size, this research revealed the top 50 state, county and city destinations in the U.S. by their move-in to move-out ratios.

North Carolina and Florida garnered the most interest in terms of online searches for locations within specific counties last year, including Gaston County in the Top 10.

https://www.gaston.org/news/2026/02/18/news/gaston-county-named-in-america-s-top-10-most-desirable-counties-to-move-to/

02/12/2026

02/05/2026

🚨 Jobseekers—don’t miss this! 🚨
Gaston’s WDB February Job Fair is happening February 17 | 10 AM–1 PM at the NCWorks Career Center- Gaston County!
✔️ Meet hiring employers
✔️ Explore job opportunities
✔️ Check out our brand new Career Center
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Schneider Driver Recruiter Donna Yonish Express Employment Professionals Gastonia NC Kintegra Health Siemens Energy Recore Electric Personnel Services Unlimited Filspec inc. Abound Health Gaston County Government American & Efird Spectrum DoleGSM Services Gaston County Sheriff's Office Gaston County Department of Health & Human Services Truist Gaston County Economic Development Commission Gaston Business Association Gaston College - Economic Workforce Development N.C. Division of Workforce Solutions NCWorks Gaston County Public Library