Welcome to
Ranlo, North Carolina

The Town of Ranlo is a growing municipality located in the heart of Gaston County. The Town provides police, utility, and recreational services to over 4000 residents. From subdivisions to mill-homes, we are an inclusive community built with pride!

Bulk Pick-Up

Bulk pick-up occurs monthly on the second Wednesday of the month. Items need to be out by 7:00 AM on the scheduled pick-up day. Extra pick-ups can be scheduled — call Town Hall for more information.

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RFQ – Public Works Facility

The Town of Ranlo is seeking qualified firms for the new Public Works Facility. Please see the RFQ for details.

Community Building Temporary Closed

During routine maintenance at the Town Community Building, the Public Works Department discovered structural issues that require immediate attention. Further…

Our Town's History

From Humble Beginnings

On July 29, 1963, the Town of Ranlo was incorporated. The name “Ranlo” was combined from the names of two prominent industrialists, John Calvin Rankin and William Thomas Love. The community was originally known for its textile mills.

Amos Flowers was the first Mayor and Bill Tate, Mayor ProTem. J.G. England, J.M. Bradley, W.G. Craig, Treasurer, and O.G. Paysour were the first Commissioners. Ralph Phillips was retained as Town Attorney and also served as Secretary for the Town.

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