Qcity Biz

For Tino McFarland, entrepreneurship was always the path; construction was the gateway

McFarland Construction opened shop following the Great Recession. It marks its 10th anniversary during a global pandemic.
By Dante Miller | May 15, 2020
Faith

Gastonia church serves thousands curbside at drive-thru pantry

Weekly drive-thru pantry at Mt. Zion Restoration Church provides food and supplies to anyone who needs it. Gaston residents can apply for additional help.
By Dante Miller | May 14, 2020
Qcity Biz

How these essential businesses are faring during the pandemic

Deemed essential, two local businesses are experiencing the ups and downs of customers at home.
By Dante Miller | May 7, 2020
People

Pfeiffer University provost named Mitchell College president

Also, Johnson C. Smith University hires former graduate as new vice president.
By Dante Miller | May 5, 2020
People

Couple finds silver lining in canceled wedding celebration

Mecklenburg County resumes courthouse weddings with new rules; lavish celebrations still postponed.
By Dante Miller | May 1, 2020
Entertainment

7 apps other than Zoom to connect with family and friends

Watch movies, play video games or go shopping together with your crew while obeying distancing rules.
By Dante Miller | April 27, 2020
Qcity Biz

GoodRoad CiderWorks and Mr. 3’s Crab Pot reflect on Covid-19 impacts

Two restaurant owners open up about how they’re coping with the changes and their outlooks for the future.
By Dante Miller | April 17, 2020
People

Meet Reggie McNeil, the nonprofit exec who took home the $20K SEED20 prize

McNeil pitched his nonprofit, Transforming Youth Movement, to a panel of judges and won $20,000 at last month's event.
By Dante Miller | April 15, 2020
Food

Uptown Farmers Market will launch virtually this weekend

The virtual launch is first in a three-phase opening based on the status of coronavirus-related restrictions.
By Dante Miller | April 14, 2020
News & Buzz

Manager at day spa charged with violating state’s stay-at-home order

According to CMPD, workers at the Cool Cave Spa were warned to shut down at least three times before a manager was cited.
By Dante Miller | April 3, 2020