Podcasts about Gastonia

This week, in Gastonia, North Carolina, when bodies start being found in remote locations, detectives must piece together the last brutal hours of these lives. After speaking to many people, detectives find one particular man, who has too many coincidences with all the victims. He shockingly confesses to everything they're suspicious of, then begins to tell police about even more murders!!Along the way, we find out that bands named after dirt bikes might not be that great, that smoking crack is dangerous for many reasons, and that once you give a detailed confession, it's hard to take it back!!New episodes every Thursday!Donate at: patreon.com/crimeinsports or go to paypal.com and use our email: crimeinsports@gmail.comGo to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports!Follow us on...twitter.com/@murdersmallfacebook.com/smalltownpodinstagram.com/smalltownmurderAlso, check out James & Jimmie's other show, Crime In Sports! On Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Wondery, Wondery+, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A flurry of national news reports continues to document the large-scale restructuring taking place at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), where 10,000 jobs were reportedly slashed earlier this month, a move also impacting the workforce at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). An estimated 300 CMS workers are expected to be affected by this action, while NPR reported that the HHS teams focusing on sexual violence prevention were also eliminated – on the first day of April's Sexual Assault Awareness Month.Also recently, RACmonitor and Monitor Mondays have come into possession of a CMS memo, dated March 5, in which the agency warns that it may take action to prevent hospitals and other providers suspected of using “dangerous chemicals and surgical mutilation of children” relative to gender dysphoria, which the agency claims have “proliferated.” In fact, other executive actions taken by the Trump Administration also appear to have anticipated deleterious impacts on the health of America's LGBTQ+ population.It seems part of an overarching theme in which the Administration is waging social wars using gutted federal agencies more as a weaponized tactic than as a mechanism to serve the public.Reporting this story during the next live edition of Monitor Mondays will be physician Drew Updike, a recognized leader in hospital utilization management, denials, clinical documentation integrity (CDI), coding, and hospital operations.The long-running broadcast will also include these instantly recognizable features:• Risky Business: Healthcare attorney David Glaser, shareholder in the law offices of Fredrikson & Byron, will join the broadcast with his trademark segment.• The RAC Report: Healthcare attorney Knicole Emanuel, partner at the law firm of Nelson Mullins, will report the latest news about auditors.• Legislative Update: Adam Brenman, senior government affairs liaison for Zelis, will report on congressional action taking place in Washington, D.C.• Monday Rounds: Dr. Shaemarke Magan, medical director for CaroMont Health in Gastonia, North Carolina, will make his Monday rounds, substituting for Dr. Ronald Hirsch.

Legendary WCNC Charlotte weatherman Larry Sprinkle is smashing that alarm clock and handing off his weather clicker after 40 years with the NBC affiliate in Charlotte.Sprinkle, who has been a longtime staple on the station's morning show, will still be with the station. While he hands off weekday morning responsibilities to meteorologist Chris Mulcahy, Sprinkle will continue to share community stories with viewers. He will often lend his smile to pet adoption segments and charity events.Ahead of his final morning show, the Carolina Weather Group's James Brierton talked with Sprinkle about his career, which has touched countless Charlotteans over the years.WCNC Charlotte is hosting a week of events to celebrate Sprinkle. After throwing out the first pitch at the Charlotte Knights game on Wednesday, Sprinkle can also be seen at:Coffee with SprinkleWhen: Friday, April 4, 8 to 10 a.m.Where: Amelie's at Park Road Shopping Center, 524 Brandywine Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209What: Join Sprinkle for a morning of coffee, conversation, and memories.The Schiele Museum EventWhen: Saturday, April 5, 10 a.m. to noonWhere: Schiele Museum, 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054What: Celebrate Sprinkle's milestone with a special event at the museum. Tickets are available for purchase.Donate: Sprinkle loves animals! Support a cause close to his heart when you bring a can or bag of pet food and exchange it for a raffle ticket and the chance to win a gift basket. One ticket equals every can or pound of food. Drawing will happen at 12 p.m. Saturday, April 5 at The Schiele Museum. Cat and dog food will be donated to The Carlee Cause, a Gaston County organization committed to helping unwanted pets find love and security in new homes.Charlotte AutoFairWhen: The AutoFair runs Thursday, April 3 - Saturday, April 5 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Larry Sprinkle will help with the closing ceremonies and awards on Saturday, April 5 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy S, Concord, NC 28027What: Larry will help award the “Best of Show” car. Tickets are available for purchaseA remarkable careerSprinkle's broadcasting journey began at just 14 years old as a DJ at WBBO radio in Forest City, North Carolina. This early start led to a successful career in radio that took him across the Carolinas and Tennessee. With a passion for weather, Larry pursued his college education wherever his radio career took him, attending East Carolina University, the University of Memphis, and UNC Charlotte.In 1985, Larry's career shifted when he joined the weather team at WCNC Charlotte, where he has remained for almost four decades. For 27 of those years, Larry has been delivering weather reports as part of the morning news. Throughout his career, he has covered a wide range of weather events, from severe storms and hurricanes to everyday forecasts, providing viewers with vital information to help them stay safe and prepared.Beyond his weather reports, Larry has devoted himself to various charities, including Make-A-Wish, JDRF, the Salvation Army, and Boys and Girls Clubs. His dedication to these causes has made a significant impact on the community. He has helped nonprofits raise an astounding $27 million throughout his career. #northcarolina #southcarolina #weather #ncwx #scwx #podcast

We are excited to have the legendary Jesse Cole joining us today!  In today's episode, Jesse shares the incredible story behind how he and his wife, Emily, started the famous Savannah Bananas! He also gets into where they are today and how he leverages the Savannah Bananas for his projects! We hope you enjoy listening to today's super-motivating conversation with Jesse Cole! Bio: Jesse Cole is the founder of Fans First Entertainment and the owner of the Savannah Bananas. He's a fanatic about fandom and launched the Savannah Bananas with one mission: to spark a fan-focused movement. Whether at the ballpark, on social media, onstage delivering keynotes, in features for ESPN and Entrepreneur, or in his first book, Find Your Yellow Tux, Jesse continues to create fans all over the world. The Bananas have sold out every game since their first season and have a waitlist for tickets in the thousands. They have entertained millions of fans in Savannah and at ballparks all over their country on their Banana Ball Tour. Jesse is the proud inventor of Banana Ball and Dolce & Banana underwear and a not-so-proud promoter of the Human Horse Race and Flatulence Fun Night. He's a raving fan of his wife, Emily, his kids, and peerless promoters like Walt Disney, PT Barnum, and Bill Veeck. Jesse owns seven yellow tuxedos. Jesse's story Jesse was raised by his dad, who spent hours playing baseball with him and taught him the value of putting in the effort to create something special!  Jesse played baseball throughout his life. After getting into the baseball industry about fifteen years ago, he tore his shoulder, and his baseball career ended. So, he started working in the front office and began his journey to where he is today. Savannah Bananas  Before starting the Savannah Bananas, Jesse spent ten years with the team in Gastonia, North Carolina. He became their GM when he was twenty-three and had to figure out how to make people excited about going to a baseball game. It was much harder than he anticipated, so he tried doing some crazy things! Then, seven years ago, Jesse and his wife moved to Savannah, Georgia, and had the opportunity to take on an old and historic stadium. Jesse was not successful in selling the way everyone else did because no one took him seriously. So he tried something new.  A vision Everything we accomplish in life starts with a vision. Especially in business! Going into Savannah, Jesse and his wife truly believed they could change baseball games, make them fun, and create something people had never seen before! It was tough at first, but they knew their idea would work. Fans first Many companies focus solely on chasing customers. However, early on, Jesse and his wife became obsessed with creating fans and decided to focus on putting their fans first. So they named their company Fans First Entertainment. All-inclusive tickets They decided to make every ticket all-inclusive so that if the game was terrible, the fans would still get some value for their money because everything, including the food, was included.  Spicing things up They decided to spice things up and go all-in on creating an entertaining experience. They hired a dancing coach and choreographed dances for the players. They introduced a banana baby that they lifted, celebrated, and sang to at the start of the match. They even handed out roses to little girls in the middle of the game! No more marketing After that, they no longer had to do any marketing. They just shared what they were doing, and people told others about it! ESPN ESPN became aware of what they were doing. So they wrote an article about the Savannah Bananas, which did very well. Then their sports center did a feature on them, which also did very well. Then, Jesse and his wife approached ESPN with an idea they had for a show, and they agreed. The show was highly rated (and still does well today) and led to even bigger things! Making baseball more fun Leaning in on making baseball more fun, offering non-stop entertainment, storytelling, creating memorable moments for fans, and building an idea culture helped them get to where they are today! No more normal Doing normal things gets normal results. So they work from the premise of doing the exact opposite of whatever would be deemed normal. What if Asking what if and trying out new things motivates them to keep finding new and exciting ways to entertain their fans.  Secondary ticket sellers Jesse always refused to sell tickets to secondary marketing groups. One group even offered to pay twice the ticket value and buy more than a million dollars worth of tickets. But Jesse refused because that would inflate ticket prices, and hurting their fans goes against everything they stand for. Living the dream Jesse's dream for the future is to continue chasing the energy they created, making people happy, and dancing in front of fans all over the world! Surrounding yourself with good people When you share your vision, what you stand for, and what you hope to accomplish, you will attract the best people to work for you! Connect with Eric LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Website Connect with Jesse Cole Fans First Entertainment: Bananas For Business The Savannah Bananas

"In this powerful sermon, we explore the call to live as new creations in Christ—shedding the works of darkness and putting on the armor of light. Through biblical wisdom, personal reflection, and the transformative power of the Gospel, we uncover the dangers of laziness, worldly distractions, and spiritual complacency. Learn how to walk in righteousness, fight against sin, and embrace the fullness of life found in Jesus. If you're seeking encouragement in your faith journey, clarity on biblical truth, and a challenge to grow deeper in Christ, this message is for you. Watch now and be equipped to live boldly for the Kingdom of God!"As we come to Paul's final exhortations in Romans 13, we find a centralizing theme of new life in Christ Jesus, comprised of an urgent call for Christians to live as those who have been brought into union with Christ Jesus and to live as though ready for His return. Paul emphasized the need to cast off sinful behaviors associated with darkness and instead embrace a life of light which has been revealed to us from God's Word. This passage highlights the disparity and contradiction between living in the old era of sin and clothing oneself with the new identity of redeemed life. Live in light of eternity, the coming judgment, and freedom in Christ Jesus.Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

In 1 Samuel 13, Saul's reign as Israel's first king faced a critical test against the Philistines. After Jonathan successfully defeats of a Philistine garrison at Geba, the Philistines planned to retaliate by amassing a massive army, and in response the Israelites scattered in fear. Saul gathered his forces at Gilgal but disobeyed the Lord's command to wait for Samuel to offer sacrifices. Having taken matters into his own hands. Fear and impatience will eat the heart of men, and rather than trusting in the Lord to deliver through the mechanism of the altar, trusting the Anointed One to bring victory, the king gave up the throne and the people saw just how unarmed they truly were.Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

Jeff Long gives a talk on the importance of team dynamics among elders. He shares insights into the importance of team leadership, the character of an elder, the role of elders in leading the congregation, and more. Jeff is a member of our network and the Lead Pastor of Parkwood Baptist Church in Gastonia, NC. This talk was originally given at the 2025 Pillar Intensive in San Diego, CA.

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For this episode, Kendall, Andrew, and Angelique discuss The Housemaid, a popular domestic thriller by Freida McFadden. After listening, head over to the Off the Shelf blog and share your thoughts on the episode. And don't miss the Friends of the Gaston County Public Library Book Sale! Happening at the Gaston County Public Library Main Branch at 1555 E. Garrison Blvd, Gastonia. Beginning Monday, April 21 and ending Saturday, April 26. Visit the Friends of the Gaston County Public Library website to learn more about the book sale, and about how you can support your library. Music provided by: https://www.purple-planet.com

Gastonia-based metal band, and saviors of The Rooster, Haymaker, dropped in for our most fun and entertaining episode to date. We talked about the performance on our roof and got into some hilarious story-telling. We had so much fun, this episode ran way long, so we broke it up into 2 episodes. Part 2 will come out in a couple of weeks.Enjoy the episode then come see Haymaker this Saturday with up and coming metal bands Vehement, Alaya's Curse and A Separate Piece.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0kuC_mHXCwk1YU-SOCFw6Q

In a world filled with lawlessness and moral confusion, God's Word provides clear guidance for living a life of love and righteousness. This powerful message reveals how true love is defined not by fleeting emotions but by God's eternal law — to love your neighbor as yourself and do no harm. Discover how Christ's example teaches us to embrace sacrificial love, reject selfishness, and prioritize God's truth in our homes, churches, and communities. Watch now to learn how to reflect God's love in everyday life and stand firm against cultural deception.Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.comWorship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

The call to repentance comes to us wherever the Lord finds us, and it comes to us not as those worthy of Divine favor, but as sinners who have a sketchy track record, and apart from repentance a miserable future looming ahead. Come to Christ, lay your failures at His feet, and seek to go and sin no more. Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.comWorship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

Gaston MAX -- The Multicultural Arts eXperience -- returns to downtown Gastonia on Saturday, March 22. Get a look inside what to expect from the musical performers, to the dance groups to craft vendors and more. 

It stands that in light of God's established order, that the civil magistrate has been instituted by God for a clear and universal purpose, to bring peace and order to societies of men. Seeing as this is their mandate, to wield the sword in the promotion of peace, the magistrate, ideally men who themselves are connected and governed by covenant between God and the people, they rely upon the support of the people to perform their duties. It is this support that comes in the form of taxes that are not only useful, but ordained by God to fund the work of the magistrate, and in light of this the clear exhortation, "render therefore to all their due…"Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our Website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

As we continue through Samuel's history, leading up to the establishment of the monarchy "at home" in Israel, we see a series of national mishaps and also acts of sovereign mercy along the way. Fitting within the whole scope of Redemptive History, we find the telltale contours of the Triune Lord, pursuing a wicked and wayward bride through persistent acts of extraordinary patience shown to a people who did not deserve it, but were nonetheless those upon whom God special favor rested. This evening, we see God's granting the demand of Israel to "have a king over us," thinking that a king would solve their problems, they again missed God's lessons as to where true salvation and security rested - not in a corrupt and human actor who had been granted authority, but in a righteous man, after God's own heart. Sometimes getting exactly what you want is not an act of Divine blessing but cursing, and so we must know what to ask for, and it must be in accordance with God's will. Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

— You durn foolWaves of hot lava washed down my throat, past my lungs, and hit my stomach like an acid avalanche.By day, Nick Sipe works as a mild-mannered IT manager for a Fortune 150 company. By night, he mostly recovers from the workday, but occasionally finds time to write. He enjoys writing Twilight Zone-style short stories, mostly horror and light sci-fi. Nick is currently shopping his debut novel, “Midnight Springs,” to literary agents. “Midnight Springs” is the first in a planned horror-Western series that sends classic monsters (think Frankenstein, Van Helsing, the Wolfman) to the Wild West to tangle with their American counterparts (think witches, the Headless Horseman, the Wendigo). Nick live in Gastonia, North Carolina. He is a member of Charlotte Writers Club.

From the outset, let me be very clear, this sermon and the one which will follow it, next Sunday, are primers for how those who fear God and live in a world "under the sun" are to think about and participate in the public life of the civil sphere. I say it is a primer because within the wider Christian tradition, and nearer and I dare say dearer to us are the volumes written by our protestant church fathers on the subject of the civil magistrate. I will also add that much of my own education on this matter is remedial beyond both high school, college, and even seminary where next to nothing was taught to me of the Bibles teaching on the topic of government, civil authority, and an appropriate mode of participation in this area of public life. We have but one life to live, may we live well, according to God's Word. Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our Website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

From the outset, let me be very clear, this sermon and the one which will follow it, next Sunday, are primers for how those who fear God and live in a world "under the sun" are to think about and participate in the public life of the civil sphere. I say it is a primer because within the wider Christian tradition, and nearer and I dare say dearer to us are the volumes written by our protestant church fathers on the subject of the civil magistrate. I will also add that much of my own education on this matter is remedial beyond both high school, college, and even seminary where next to nothing was taught to me of the Bibles teaching on the topic of government, civil authority, and an appropriate mode of participation in this area of public life. We have but one life to live, may we live well, according to God's Word. Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our Website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

As we continue through Samuel's history, leading up to the establishment of the monarchy "at home" in Israel, we see a series of national mishaps and also acts of sovereign mercy along the way. Fitting within the whole scope of Redemptive History, we find the telltale contours of the Triune Lord, pursuing a wicked and wayward bride through persistent acts of extraordinary patience shown to a people who did not deserve it, but were nonetheless those upon whom God special favor rested. This evening, we see God's granting the demand of Israel to "have a king over us," thinking that a king would solve their problems, they again missed God's lessons as to where true salvation and security rested - not in a corrupt and human actor who had been granted authority, but in a righteous man, after God's own heart. Sometimes getting exactly what you want is not an act of Divine blessing but cursing, and so we must know what to ask for, and it must be in accordance with God's will. Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

This week I talk with Taylor Dickson! Taylor is a professional golfer from Gastonia, NC. In 2024 Taylor won twice on the Korn Ferry Tour and made 21 cuts out of 23 events. From his outstanding performance during his 2024 season, he earned his PGA Tour Card! Be on the lookout for Taylor for years to come on the PGA Tour. Taylor Dickson:https://www.instagram.com/tdicksongolf67/?hl=en Live Life in Motion YouTube: GO Subscribehttps://www.youtube.com/@livelifeinmotionpodcast Pelham Medical Centerhttps://www.spartanburgregional.com/locations/pelham-medical-center

Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our Website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our Website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

It has been made clear that Samuel is the Lord's man, graciously and miraculously given, and dedicated to the Lord's work in His house. Having also been called by the Lord in chapter three, Samuel prophecies the coming judgment of the house of Eli, and even as Israel was languishing in the darkness of a lack of revelation through their own rebellion and that of the priests in the tabernacle, God was raising up a deliverer, asked of the Lord by a faithful but barren woman. God was scheming to deliver His people through a miracle Son, asked of the faithful remnant, to bring an end to the lack of or impeding of the mediation of word, offering, and sacrament. God was and is committed to setting His own man who would serve forever as Prophet, Priest, and King. Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our Website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

Romans 12:9-13As we endeavor to walk in a manner worthy of our calling, guided and motivated by God's Word and the gift of His saving grace, we are to use the gifts which He has distributed among redeemed individuals to serve, build up, and sanctify the body of Christ as we each seek the things of the kingdom, for its coming and the work of the Spirit in our own hearts. Having listed seven gifts that are to be used in the aiding of the saints to be transformed by the renewing of their minds, the Church is to grow up together in the knowledge and righteousness of God. The disposition of the heart comes next, in verses 9-13 when Paul exhorts the saints in Rome to love one another well, for if we are to love those who are our enemies, then we must first love our brothers and sisters in Christ.Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our Website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

Just two verses and that shall be enough for us this morning. Just two verses, and in them the whole matter of Christian piety: The origin of it, being the mercy of God that has set us free from this world that is passing away; the whole purpose of it, to live in a manner that is acceptable to God, as your act of reasonable service; and the means or method of it, by being transformed through the Word of God and in the renewing of our minds according to what God has revealed. All of life then might be summarized in this way: present yourselves holy and acceptable to God as those in whom the Word brings redemption and renewal.  Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our Website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

Worship with us at Reformation OPC Gastonia!Each Lord's Day9:30am & 5:30pm203 Rhyne Oakland Road, Gastonia, NC, 28098(704) 931-8094Our Website: https://refopc.net/ropcgastonia@gmail.com

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Nancy attended Cornell University, went on to SUNY Buffalo Law School from there and, entered the world of corporate law. An entrepreneur at heart, Nancy has owned several businesses over the years. Today, Nancy is an award winning Broker-In-Charge / Owner of Showcase Realty LLC & Carolina Property Management, LLC-- having spent two decades successfully evolving a leading, award winning, and nationally recognized brokerage in the Carolinas, with a growing team of over 50 agents and staff. In addition to its main office location on S. Mint Street in Charlotte's busy center, the company has branch offices in Gastonia and Rock Hill, South Carolina to provide efficient and best-in-class client support. The firm's real estate services, includes licensed specialists in five departments serving luxury and traditional buyers, sellers, investors, relocation, probate estate, short sale and foreclosure, commercial and property management clients in North and South Carolina. Nancy and Showcase Realty LLC are nationally recognized industry leaders consistently ranking on America's Best Real Estate Agents and RealTrends Top 1% in the country, as recognized by the Wall Street Journal. Nancy is a Certified Member of The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, marketing for the high end market. The Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) and FORTUNE ranked Showcase among the fastest-growing inner city businesses in the U.S. for the 2014 Inner City 100. Nancy also won the 2014 Charlotte Business Journal Woman in Business award, City of Charlotte Crowns of Enterprise Award, and was a finalist for Charlotte Athena Leadership Award. In April 2017, Nancy was appointed Advisory Council Chairperson for the Federation of REO Certified Experts (FORCE). She is also a Scholar and graduate of Babson College's Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program (#10KSB) & Accepted to WBENC Tuck Capstone program 2024 at Dartmouth College. What You Will Learn: Who is Nancy Braun? Nancy shares how she accidentally built a career in real estate after moving to Charlotte. What is the importance of adapting to market changes and diversifying income sources? How investors adapt to market conditions, including entering new sectors like midterm rentals and corporate housing.   The importance of reliable property management for investors and homeowners. Nancy shares experiences with inherited properties that were poorly managed, illustrating the risks involved. The value of relationships in property management, including connections with service providers, contractors, and municipal employees. Nancy emphasizes the role of good property management in maximizing investment returns and protecting assets. The importance of building relationships with clients. How tax considerations influence investor behavior. What are Opportunity Zones, and why are they considered beneficial for investors? How can investors identify properties located in Opportunity Zones? What tax savings are available to investors who invest in Opportunity Zones? Why does she think many properties in Opportunity Zones are undervalued? What steps can real estate agents take to increase awareness of Opportunity Zones among their clients? What challenges have she faced in marketing properties within Opportunity Zones? How does she effectively communicate the value of Opportunity Zone properties to potential buyers? What makes Charlotte an attractive location for real estate investment? How do the suburbs of Charlotte compare to the city regarding investment opportunities? Nancy shares how everyone can contact her. Additional Resources from Bishoy M. Habib, Esq: Website: https://showcaserealty.net/about-us/, http://www.carolinaspropertymanagement.com/ Email: nancy@showcaserealty.net Phone: (704) 512-0070 Twitter: https://twitter.com/ShowcaseRealty LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/showcase-realty/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShowcaseRealtyLLC/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showcaserealtyllc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ShowcaseRealtyLLC Attention Investors and Agents Are you looking to grow your business? Need to connect with aggressive like-minded people like yourself? We have all the right tools, knowledge, and coaching to positively effect your bottom line. Visit:http://globalinvestoragent.com/join-gia-team to see what we can offer and to schedule your FREE consultation! Our NEW book is out...order yours NOW!   Global Investor Agent: How Do You Thrive Not Just Survive in a Market Shift? Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3SV0khX HEY! You should be in class this coming Monday (MNL). It's Free and packed with actions you should take now! Here's the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sNMjT-5DTIakCFO2ronDCg  

Tuesday 12/10/24

Tune in here for this Monday edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince starts the show talking about President Joe Biden breaking his word and issuing a blanket Presidential Pardon for his son Hunter, giving him a pass for over a decade of alleged illegal activities, some interesting social media posts, and Kash Patel nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to lead FBI. In the second half of the show Vince talks about his Thanksgiving trip to Kentucky and his favorite childhood restaurant closing, liquor sales in KY vs NC, Wild Wings Cafe in Gastonia closing, Ukraine-Russia conflict driven by all the wrong things, and how President Biden's allowing of thousands of Chinese illegal aliens to cross the American border with Mexico threatens the national security of the United States.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

— You durn foolWaves of hot lava washed down my throat, past my lungs, and hit my stomach like an acid avalanche.By day, Nick Sipe works as a mild-mannered IT manager for a Fortune 150 company. By night, he mostly recovers from the workday, but occasionally finds time to write. He enjoys writing Twilight Zone-style short stories, mostly horror and light sci-fi. Nick is currently shopping his debut novel, “Midnight Springs,” to literary agents. “Midnight Springs” is the first in a planned horror-Western series that sends classic monsters (think Frankenstein, Van Helsing, the Wolfman) to the Wild West to tangle with their American counterparts (think witches, the Headless Horseman, the Wendigo). Nick live in Gastonia, North Carolina. He is a member of Charlotte Writers Club.

In this episode, Brandon is joined by the Unzoned Podcast with David Williams as an exciting discussion with James W. Buie (AKA “Chief”) takes place largely about his book From the Ground Up. Chief Buie was one of the first to require 4 year degrees for his officers, a standard that many have since adopted. James is a man wearing many hats. He grew up in Brooklyn, New York, where he spent his teenage years and graduated from Bay Shore High School in Long Island, New York. He attended Belmont Abbey College, located in Belmont, North Carolina, and graduated with a degree in Political Science. “Chief” also received his Master's Degree in Justice Administration from Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC. James and his wife Cassandra have five children and four grandchildren. Chief started his law enforcement career with the Gaston County Police Department in Gastonia, NC, while serving in almost every capacity from Patrolman to Chief of Police. He has been recognized as the first African-American Chief of Police in Gaston County's history and retired in July 2015. The State of North Carolina credits him with 30.1 years of service. Dr. David L. Williams David is credited with 30 years of local government experience. Currently, he works in the Gaston County Manager's Office in Community Affairs as the Minority and Women Business (MWBE) Outreach Coordinator. For 15 years approximately from 2006-2020, David was the Director of Planning for Gaston County, NC, where he directed and lead all activities and efforts related to the County Land Use Planning. David is Principal and Owner of Ability Development Group, Inc, an Urban Planning and Organizational and Strategic Planning Consulting Firm. He launched "The UnZoned with Dr. David Williams" Podcast in 2023 to discuss community and leadership matters. He is an American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP) and a certified Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP). He holds a Doctorate Degree from Gardner-Webb University. In addition, he received both a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Master of Public Administration Degree from Appalachian State University. He is also a Military Veteran of the US Army and Operation Desert Storm. David also serves as an Adjunct Professor for UNC Charlotte and Gardner-Webb University.

In this week's motivational podcast, the founder of the Savannah Bananas, Jesse Cole, reflects on his journey of building a college summer baseball team in Gastonia from the ground up. He shares some innovative ideas that fueled his vision for the team and how he draws inspiration from iconic leaders like Walt Disney and PT Barnum. 

Send us a textIn this week's episode, we sit down with Stephen A. Crane, Executive Director of Our Neighbors, Inc., a Gastonia-based nonprofit dedicated to improving affordable housing opportunities in the community. Stephen shares insights into their mission, the challenges of developing and managing affordable housing, and the impact of their programs on local residents. We also discuss their collaborations with organizations across Gaston, Lincoln, and Cleveland counties, and how these partnerships are fostering sustainable housing solutions. Join us to learn more about the vital work Our Neighbors, Inc. is doing to support those in need of affordable housing.WEBSITEDONATEFACEBOOK

Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump zeroed in on the Sun Belt on Saturday as they embarked on one last weekend quest to sway every undecided voter in the battleground states.11月2日，民主党候选人卡玛拉·哈里斯和共和党候选人唐纳德·特朗普将目光投向了“阳光地带”。他们开始了最后一个周末的征程，以动摇各“战场州”所有未做决定的选民。They pitched rival agendas on the economy — and more — that each insisted is what US citizens want in the upcoming election that falls on Tuesday, which is predicted by US media to be the "most divisive" in history.他们就经济等问题提出了对立的议程，且双方都坚持认为这是美国公民在即将于11月5日举行的大选中想要的。这次大选被美国媒体预言为“史上最撕裂”的选举。The rivals literally crossed paths on Saturday, with Harris' official vice-presidential Air Force Two and Trump's personal jet sharing the airport tarmac in Charlotte, North Carolina.11月2日，二人“同州打擂”。哈里斯的副总统专机“空军二号”和特朗普的私人飞机在北卡罗来纳州夏洛特机场的停机坪相遇。Both held rallies in North Carolina, while Harris also spoke to supporters in Georgia, another of the seven swing states seen as the keys to victory in an otherwise dead-even nationwide contest. Trump added in a stop in Virginia.两人都在北卡罗来纳州举行了集会，哈里斯还在佐治亚州向支持者发表讲话。佐治亚州也是七个“摇摆州”之一，被视为在这场全国范围的竞争中胜负的关键。特朗普还在弗吉尼亚州停留了一站。"We have overcome every attack, every abuse and even two assassination attempts," Trump said at a rally in Gastonia, North Carolina, outside Charlotte.“我们克服了每一次攻击、每一次辱骂，甚至两次暗杀企图。”特朗普在北卡罗来纳州夏洛特郊外加斯顿尼亚的一次集会上说。Later, Trump headed to Virginia, which isn't considered a battleground state, but offered a similar message, telling supporters that there is no way he can lose and is on the cusp of "the greatest political victory in the history of our country".随后，特朗普前往弗吉尼亚州，该州并不被认为是“战场州”，但特朗普也传达了类似的信息，告诉支持者他不可能输，他正处于“我国历史上最伟大的政治胜利”的风口浪尖。Harris, meanwhile, has been urging her supporters to vote early so she can be elected and provide the "new generation of leadership "that she argues she represents.与此同时，哈里斯一直在敦促她的支持者提前投票，以便她能够当选，并提供她认为自己所代表的“新一代领导力”。"I am ready to offer that leadership as the next president of the United States of America," she said during remarks in a rally at the Atlanta Civic Center parking lot.“作为美利坚合众国的下一任总统，我已经准备好发挥领导作用。”哈里斯在亚特兰大市政中心停车场举行的一次集会上说。In a bid to reach out beyond her traditional support bases, Harris wrapped a day on the campaign trail Saturday with a surprise appearance on Saturday Night Live TV show.11月2日，哈里斯在电视节目《周六夜现场》（SNL）中意外亮相，结束了一天的竞选行程，以求在传统支持群体之外扩大影响力。Seventy-five million people have cast early ballots ahead of Tuesday, Agence France-Presse reported. As of Saturday evening, neither candidate had a margin greater than 3 points in any of the seven battleground states set to determine the presidency, according to the polling averages maintained by RealClearPolitics.据法新社报道，在11月5日之前，已有7500万美国人提前投票。根据RealClearPolitics统计的民调平均值，截至11月2日晚间，在即将决定总统归属的七个“战场州”中，两位候选人的支持率相差均未超过3个百分点。The winner might not be known for several days, as states like Pennsylvania will need time to tally their mail votes.由于宾夕法尼亚州等州需要时间统计邮寄选票，获胜者可能几天后才会揭晓。Harris was due to campaign on Sunday in East Lansing, Michigan, a college town in an industrial state that is viewed as a must-win for the Democrat.哈里斯将于11月3日在密歇根州东兰辛市开展竞选活动，这是一个工业州的大学城，被视为是民主党人必须获胜的地方。Trump was to hold rallies in three smaller cities that could help him galvanize the rural voters who make up an important part of his base. He starts the day in Lititz, Pennsylvania, before heading to Kinston, North Carolina, in the afternoon and ending with an evening rally in Macon, Georgia.特朗普将在三个较小的城市举行集会，这可能有助于他激励农村选民，这些选民构成了他的重要基础。他在宾夕法尼亚州的利蒂茨开始一天的行程，下午前往北卡罗来纳州的金斯顿，晚上在乔治亚州的梅肯举行集会。The candidates' schedules will run right into Monday, culminating with late-night rallies — in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for Trump and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for Harris.两位候选人的日程安排一直持续到11月4日，最后将在深夜举行集会——特朗普在密歇根州的大急流城，哈里斯在宾夕法尼亚州的费城。Source of stress压力来源An annual survey by the American Psychological Association revealed in October that the election has become a significant source of stress for US citizens, who fear that the election results could trigger political violence and even lead to the "end of American democracy".美国心理学会10月发布的一项年度调查显示，今年的大选已成为美国民众的一个重要压力来源，民众担心选举结果引发政治暴力，甚至导致“美国民主的终结”。In the past three months, Trump has survived several assassination attempts. Harris' campaign office in Arizona was also shot at and vandalized. Political violence is on the rise as polarization and public opinion divisions intensify ahead of the election.过去三个多月里，特朗普已经历多次未遂刺杀，哈里斯竞选团队在亚利桑那州的一处办公室遭枪击破坏。今年美国大选在政治极化和舆论撕裂加剧的同时，政治暴力也愈演愈烈。Rachel Kleinfeld, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, noted that attacks on candidates are nearly inevitable in today's highly tense political and public opinion climate.美国智库卡内基国际和平研究院民主、冲突和治理项目高级研究员蕾切尔·克莱因菲尔德指出，在当前高度紧张的政治和舆论环境下，候选人被袭击几乎是不可避免的。A recent Quinnipiac University poll found that nearly three quarters of potential voters are worried about the political violence that might follow the election results. Tim Malloy, the university's poll analyst, noted that many voters fear the escalation of political rhetoric could ignite such violence.昆尼皮亚克大学近期的一项民调显示，约四分之三的美国潜在选民表示，他们担心今年总统选举结果出来后会发生政治暴力事件。该大学民调分析师蒂姆·马洛伊说，许多选民担心政治言论的升温沸腾会成为政治暴力的导火索。divisiveadj. 分裂的ballotn．选票culminatev. 达到极点galvanizev. 激励某人行动起来vandalizev. 肆意破坏(尤指公共财产)

https://bookreadermagazine.com/from-darkness-to-light/AmazonGoogleplaybarnesandnoble Dameron Danielle Anderson, known to most as Danielle, is a catering professional, culinary arts teacher, and multi-talented author. Born and raised in Gastonia, NC, Danielle relocated to Greensboro in 1989. Alongside her culinary career, she has also thrived as an entertainer, model, singer, and actor. Writing has always been her way of processing emotions, especially after the hardship of her father leaving. In 1996, Danielle fully surrendered her life to God, who inspired her to document her journey. Sixteen years later, these writings became her book, *From Darkness to Light*, which has had a profound impact on many readers, including a woman who found the strength to leave a 20-year abusive relationship after reading it. In addition to her creative pursuits, Danielle is deeply involved in her church, serving as a praise team leader, soloist, drama ministry leader, and children's choir director. Her mission is to inspire others to find healing and transformation through faith, guiding them from darkness into God's marvelous light.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

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Volunteer Firefighter Jim Landis rejoins Bo and Beth to fill them in on his latest experiences while helping with rescue and recovery efforts in Western North Carolina. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we continue our series on student loans with a conversation featuring Cammi Climaco and Jen Mecca. They share their experience with long-term management of loan payments, the effect loans have on family relationships, and student loan forgiveness. Cammi is a NYC based artist and podcast host of The Ceramics Companion. Jen is an artist and educator based in Gastonia, NC. www.cammiclimaco.com www.jenmeccapottery.com   Like many of you I've watched horrific scenes of floods across the South Eastern U.S., including devastation in one of our richest pottery regions Western North Carolina. I want to send my well wishes to those affected by the storm and encourage you the listener to support relief efforts for artists. There's a Go Fund Me site set up for Melissa Weiss, who lost her studio in Asheville, and the organization CERF+ is already organizing relief for those affected. You can find out more and donate at www.cerfplus.org. As the waters recede and more information becomes available, I'll report more on how you can support the community over the next few months.   Today's episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: The Rosenfield Collection of Functional Ceramic Art www.Rosenfieldcollection.com Cornell Studio Supply www.cornellstudiosupply.com Archie Bray Residencies www.archiebray.org

We've talked about all the different directions enrollment leaders go when they move on: the dark side - the high school side - the independent counseling side - this week we explore a whole new angle: K-12 Admissions. Kevin Napp, Director of Admissions at Gaston Day School in Gastonia, North Carolina, gets us started sharing his journey of just such a transition. Jade Dominique an Independent Education Consultant at JADE College Counseling helps us understand her story, making a similar transition.

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The gang is at it again for another episode. Listen in closely as more topics than there are people on Shootout Mountain are milled into nuanced stories this week. The bourbon goes down like the wonder drinking water in Gastonia to help ease the pain of getting run over, shorting our shorts, and hiding a safe. As the show's new followers join our loyal and dedicated listeners, keep in mind that our boys are as unfiltered and uncut as the whiskey they consume and hopefully have qualified immunity as they Enjoy the Ride.   Support the show Please find us on Facebook @ Bourbon Badges On Twitter @ Badgesbourbon On Instagram @ bourbon and badges, the podcast As always, Enjoy the Ride Drink responsibly. Never drink and drive.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. welcomes legendary NASCAR Crew Chief Buddy Parrott to the Dirty Mo Media Studio to learn more about the pivotal role he played in some of NASCAR's greatest moments. Growing up in Gastonia, North Carolina, Buddy participated in competitive diving all through high school before finding his way to a race at Birmingham International Raceway on behalf of Huggins Tire Service. Buddy would take a job with the company working as a tire man for their NASCAR events, mounting tires for the entire Cup field on a regular basis. It was through this service that he met the legendary Harry Hyde, and not long after Buddy would approach him for an opportunity to work on his famed K&K Insurance Dodge team. Buddy explains that his time with Harry was invaluable, and he considered him to be his mentor, teaching him everything he knew about race cars and racing setups.Buddy would make the decision to split from the team when Kentuckian Ferrel Harris came to the shop to purchase a racer and some Raymond Fox prepared engines. While working with Harris, Buddy also spent time teaming up with Robert Gee to help prepare his dirt cars, which were chauffeured by none other than Carolina ace Hayward Plyler and a young Dale Earnhardt. Dale Jr. was surprised to learn that Buddy served as crew chief for his father's 1976 Atlanta 500 attempt in a car owned by Johnny Ray, which was famously destroyed in a crash. Buddy would move on to the DiGard Motorsports outfit to team with Darrell Waltrip and take the NASCAR Cup scene by storm in the late 1970s. Listeners can hear all of this, plus more about Buddy's time working on Harry Ranier's Gray Ghost, helping Richard Petty win his 200th win and the 1990 Daytona 500.21+ and present in North Carolina. Opt in req. Wager requirements apply. Bonuses awarded as nonwithdrawable bonus bets or profit boost tokens. Restrictions apply including bonus expiration. See terms and conditions at fanduel.com/sportsbook. Gambling problem? Call 877-718-5543 or visit morethanagame.nc.gov

Former Libertarian Party Vice-Presidential candidate, Spike Cohen joins Doug Stuart for a discussion about politics, faith, and libertarian activism. Cohen, raised as a Messianic Jew, recounts some of his personal journey in and out of faith. Cohen explains how he became a libertarian and some significant moments in America's recent history where the left and right were very close to unifying on common cause. He then describes how he's come to understand the single most important issue that affects all others is the monopolization of the monetary system through the Federal Reserve. Responsibility for nearly ever grievance against societal problems and government can be laid squarely at the feet at the central bankers. Spike Cohen goes on to address some key issues with the broader freedom movement, including the ongoing divide between pragmatists and idealists. He describes this as "our own duopoly" explaining that both sides need each other and maintaining the divide is handicapping our ultimate goal. He's organized a non-profit called You are the Power, dedicated to grassroots municipal level activism with an effective approach. Cohen highlights one story about Pastor Moses and the city of Gastonia, NC that shutdown his homeless shelter, apparently, to secure tax dollars to finance government homeless programs. Finally, he answers the toughest question about how can possibly have a perfect relationship with his wife, Tasha.(Re-Mastered for Re-Issue.)Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com ★ Support this podcast ★

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Welcome to another episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast, where we spotlight leaders who are driving innovation and making a difference in their industries. Today, we are excited to have Brock Frankhauser with us. Brock is a pro in the development and construction of maintenance-free residential communities, focusing on the active-adult demographic.    His company, NewStyle Communities, is the brand behind 1776 Gastonia, a unique 55+ community that blends American patriotism with the dream of homeownership. Welcome, Brock!

Welcome to another episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast, where we spotlight leaders who are driving innovation and making a difference in their industries. Today, we are excited to have Brock Fankhauser with us. Brock is a pro in the development and construction of maintenance-free residential communities, focusing on the active-adult demographic.  His company, NewStyle Communities, is the brand behind 1776 Gastonia, a unique 55+ community that blends American patriotism with the dream of homeownership. Welcome, Brock!

Contreras, Yelich, Elly and Greene make the All Star roster; Gastonia baseball club has record setting first half (46-17) in the Atlantic League; Phillies are first team to 60 wins; Reds rookie RF Hinds hits massive homers in first 2 games; Good luck to WFB HS grad JD Dix in Sunday's MLB draft; and NBA agrees to 11 year $76 BILLION deal with ESPN. NBC and Amazon.