This feature mines our archives for what was going on this week in local history.
- Mike Conley
With primary elections decided the night of Tuesday, March 3, here is a list of races and candidates that will be on the ballot in McDowell County in the general election in November.
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See what's on the agendas for two Tuesday meetings.
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He was charged with felony assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious injury.
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The Rotary Club of Marion recognized Yasuri Ibarra of Nebo from McDowell Early College and Ashley Olvera-Martinez of Marion from McDowell Academy for Innovation and as the Academic Students of the Week.
- Mike Conley
“I just happened to look back, and the flames were already up to the ceiling, and I dropped the drinks I had in my hand,” one employee said of the fire.
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Twenty teams from across the nation will come to Hickory to compete for the National Junior College Athletic Association women's national championship March 16-21.
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The tech giant announced the additional investment in its Lenoir data center Friday.
On Feb. 28, Stuckey’s and Dairy Queen combination store and restaurant on Parker Padgett Road in Old Fort caught fire.
Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.
On March 12, the secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards and the CEO of Givens Communities all came to Marion Thursday to discuss plans to convert the old Clinchfield Mill into affordable apartments for older adults.
The “no cost” in this instance signifies the SHP will cover the surgical cost for members that they normally would be responsible for.
Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.
Both settlements commit Duke to hundreds of millions of dollars in savings for the states’ customers over a 14-year period, and to use shareholder funds if merger-related savings aren’t enough to meet the pledges.
Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.
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“We are going to do community picks for favorite books.”
The New York Islanders vs. Toronto Maple Leafs matchup is one of the most appealing NHL games on the slate, and Caesars Sportsbook is adding extra value with a multi-bet promotion. New users can double their winnings on their next 10 wagers after placing a qualifying bet.
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Complete with antique signs, church pews, and Scampi Fries, the pubs recreate the feel of a traditional Irish pub — but are just small enough to fit in a driveway.
Two Massachusetts brothers have built a fleet of tiny Irish pubs on wheels — miniature bars they tow to backyards, weddings and neighborhood parties across New England. (AP Video: Robert Bukaty)
Getting along with your ex can make life a whole lot easier. And if you have kids together, it will add years to your life and life to your years. It’s not rocket science, but it's really simple, and it will make your children healthier and smarter. Yes, getting along with your ex is that powerful. Here are a few tips.
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