Gaston Regional Chamber appoints new president outlines small business focus
New Gaston Regional Chamber president John Kimbrell unveils a 2010 program of work aimed at boosting 80 percent retention and adding 130 members by delivering services tailored to small firms. He notes 80 percent of 830 members are under 10 employees and seeks 150 to 200 volunteers to support expanded programs, roundtables, and a tiered fee structure.
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Gastonia Grizzlies Host After Hours and Thirsty Thursday Game
The Gastonia Grizzlies welcome attendees to Sims Legion Park for Business After Hours at 5 30 p.m. with free tickets and food. A 7 05 p.m. game vs the Thomasville HiToms follows, featuring $1 beers and a chance to win a Masters package and other prizes at Pine Island Country Club today.
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Firestone marks 75 years in Gaston County with tree planting
Firestone Fibers and Textiles Company LLC will celebrate 75 years of operations in Gaston County with a tree planting and picnic at its Kings Mountain facility from 10:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday. State Reps Tim Moore and William Current, Kings Mountain Mayor Rick Murphrey, and Gastonia Council member Brenda Craig will attend, with FSFT leaders Ken Weaver and Tim Dunn speaking before a noon luncheon. Contact 704-734-2100 for details.
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Housing downturn tempers economic recovery hopes
Homebuilders warn lack of government incentives will curb recovery as May housing starts fade 10 percent to 593000 and building permits slip 5.9 percent to 574000. Analysts say weak housing will drag on growth through fall while foreclosures keep markets burdened.
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