Now Open / Coming Soon
Last updated October 30, 2026 · Updated with each Wednesday issue.
New businesses across Catawba, Lincoln, and Gaston counties — what just opened, what is on the way, and who is expanding here.
Now open
Hickory
Tidal Wave Auto Spa
1821 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory — opened October 14.
Lincolnton
7 Brew
Lincolnton — grand opening October 12.
Denver
The Story We Wear
Denver — grand opening October 23, doors opened October 24.
Coming soon
Gastonia
Raising Cane’s
3638 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia — reported October 27.
Hickory
Cupbop (Korean BBQ)
Hickory — planned location, reported October 15. Not yet filed.
Denver
New boutique (name TBA)
Denver — teased October 15 as “something colorful coming to Denver.” Name not yet announced.
Expanding here
Hickory
US Conec
$149.7 million expansion in Hickory, 224 jobs — announced October 22 by Governor Stein.
Stanley
Blum
$82 million investment in Stanley, about 20 jobs — announced September 30.