We've got strong demand from business travelers, events at Ohio State University, concerts, and now even tech industry visitors (thanks to Intel, Google, and Amazon all investing big here).

Here’s what to know:5,000 new homes, 8M+ sq ft of office, 500k sq ft of retail, and 75 acres of civic/trail space are all in the works.Certified “One Planet Living” community—prioritizing sustainability, equity, and mixed-income housing.Infrastructure (transit + bridges) will connect directly to Belmont and western Gaston County, opening up huge spillover potential.First homes (Westrow & NOVEL apartments) expected to deliver by late 2025.Gastonia’s FUSE District: From Mill Town to Mixed-Use HubGastonia has made major moves with the creation of the FUSE District—a sports, entertainment, and redevelopment zone centered around:CaroMont Health Park, a 5,000-seat stadium hosting the Gastonia Ghost Peppers and concerts, soccer, and more.Franklin Yards, a $50M+ project adding 280+ Class-A apartments and retail to the mix.Historic mill conversions (Loray, Osage, Trenton) transforming into lofts and commercial space, creating an urban, walkable feel.The Social District allows visitors to walk between restaurants, breweries, and bars with drinks in hand—great for tourism and local nightlife.A few FUSE favorites:Durty Bull Brewery, Cavendish Brewing, The Rooster (live music), Double Barrel Saloon, and more.Nearby Towns to WatchMcAdenville – aka “Christmas Town USA” – draws 600K+ visitors each holiday season.

Places like New York, San Diego, and Seattle are experiencing stronger demand as travelers return for concerts, food, and all the other aspects of urban life have to offer.

A few minute drive away is the Hard Rock Casino with concerts and shows.

These marketing techniques included bright attractive ads, giveaways at concerts and festivals, flavors, and even going so far as giving presentations...in high schools.

If there’s a shortage of something – like tickets to a popular concert – prices go up.

I believe the only shot USA and for that matter, the western nations have as a whole, have is a methodical concerted effort and actions to change the social dynamics.

Also SOP for such is individual property owners will, individually, address total site cleanup in concert with there insurance providers.

Done in concert with....Step 4, how do we clean up, fix, correct the damage that is done to get back to full "health" as a nation. 

I have never made it to Huston, other than a Concert at Minute Maid Stadium, but Austin, TX was a networking event that stuck with me!