The board voted unanimously to adopt the budget.
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A brief standoff took place before he surrendered and was taken into custody.
- Mark Parker Hickory Daily Record Sports Correspondent
When Hector Osorio was called up after the Crawdads’ last home game on June 7, the team had to replace a large hole.
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"This recognition reflects the dedication of our staff, volunteers, landlords, donors, community partners, and the individuals we serve every day."
- Sarah C. Johnson
"I've always said the guys have DAV and the VFW and the American Legion, and the Elks Club. The wives don't have anything.”
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- Mike Conley
“Juneteenth reminds us that freedom and community go hand in hand. When we come together to celebrate, learn, and uplift one another, we strengthen the future of our entire community.”
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"Simply holding a narrow lead in the mid-40s would not necessarily be enough to flip the seat," Sabato's Crystal Poll pollsters said. "In the past several polls however, (Roy) Cooper has been around the 50% mark."
The pedestrian was crossing the tracks near Union Square.
Jesse Jones president Karl White said that "we look forward to bringing Neese’s products back to restaurants and retailers very soon. The original recipes that have defined the Neese’s brand for decades will remain unchanged."
This week, the McDowell County Board of Commissioners, the Old Fort Board of Aldermen and the Marion City Council will all hold their regularly scheduled meetings.
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The state Lottery Commission reported Thursday that total wagering revenue was $578.1 million during May, compared with $612.5 million in April and $726.2 million in March.
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Despite some delays, two new restaurants for Marion – The Madness and The Copper Penny Grill – are still in the works to open soon.
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I remember it as if it were yesterday, and it may have happened 50 years ago. I was sitting in our converted garage/family room (tastefully decorated with AstroTurf and lime green cabinets to match), playing my little guitar. My dad walked in and sat down on the couch. He was an olive-skinned man, but that day he was pale as a ghost.
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