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36th Annual Down Home Festival
May 9 - May 11
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Now Hiring – Seasonal Lifeguards for 2024
Now Hiring – Seasonal Lifeguards for 2024

BC Parks and Recreation is currently hiring for seasonal lifeguards. Interested applicants should apply at http://www.bessemercity.com/employment-opportunities Please call (704) 629-5111 for more information.

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March 2024 City Newsletter
March 2024 City Newsletter

The March, 2024 Bessemer City, NC City Newsletter is now available. You can view and/or download/print it below. Included this month we mark the 131st birthday of Bessemer City on March 6th! There’s also updates on the Osage Mill Redevelopment project. There are plenty of exciting events in March including Senior Bingo and an Easter Egg Hunt coming up at Stinger Park on the 28th. Much more information in the newsletter below and view more recent editions from our Newsletters archives page.

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Apply to serve on BC Fire Department
Apply to serve on BC Fire Department
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JUMP ON IT! New Bus Route in Bessemer City
JUMP ON IT! New Bus Route in Bessemer City

Did you know that the Gaston County Access will be providing transportation to and from Bessemer City? The program will begin January 2, 2024!   Service begins at 5:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. daily at the Gastonia Transit Bradley Bus Station (121 N. Oakland St. Gastonia, NC) Trips to stops within 3/4 mile of the route may be arranged in advance by calling 704.866.3206 Stop Location Departure Gastonia Transit Bradley Bus Station 121 N. Oakland St., Gastonia 30 minutes after the hour Nature’s Own Bakery Outlet 2602 Bessemer City Rd., Bessemer City 41 minutes after the hour Ingles …

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Employment Opportunities
Employment Opportunities

Now Hiring for Water Plant Supervisor

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$2,150,000 Awarded to Bessemer City for Public Safety
$2,150,000 Awarded to Bessemer City for Public Safety

Bessemer City is committed to providing quality public safety services to residents, businesses, and visitors.

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BCFD Achieves ISO Class 3
BCFD Achieves ISO Class 3
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Bessemer City Promotional Video
Bessemer City Promotional Video

A lot is happening in BC! Historic Mill renovations, large Industrial Projects, Residential Developments, and Downtown Development. We are just getting started!

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Edgewood85 Commerce Park
Edgewood85 Commerce Park

Trinity Capital Advisors, Clarion Partners, LLC, Gaston County EDC, and the City of Bessemer City are excited to announce Bessemer City’s newest business campus park, Edgewood85 Commerce Park.  This 120 …

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Osage Mill
Osage Mill

Explore Downtown's Newest Redevelopment Project

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Parks & Recreation Programs
Parks & Recreation Programs

Explore Youth, Adult and Senior Programs

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Memorial Day Office Closure

May 14, 2025| Announcements

All City Administrative Facilities will be CLOSED Monday, May 26, 2025 in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume regular business hours... Read More → Memorial Day Office Closure

FY 25-26 City Manager’s Recommended Budget

May 13, 2025| City News

City Manager’s Recommended Budget – FY 2025-2026 Presented May 12, 2025 The City of Bessemer City is pleased to present the City... Read More → FY 25-26 City Manager’s Recommended Budget

Armband Notice for Friday May 9th

May 9, 2025| Announcements

If you purchased an armband last night (Thursday May 8th) for the festival rides, it will be honored at Friday’s portion of the Down... Read More → Armband Notice for Friday May 9th

37th Annual Down Home Festival Ride Cost

May 8, 2025| City News

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