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McDowell County Sheriff’s Office warns about scammers impersonating law enforcement

McDowell County Sheriff’s Office warns about scammers impersonating law enforcement

  • From Staff Reports

“As a reminder to the public: This is NOT how we operate," the sheriff's office said.

Pulling out the stops: NC church organist reflects on 48-year career

Pulling out the stops: NC church organist reflects on 48-year career

  • Billy Chapman

"Playing the organ really touched my heart, no matter what pieces I played.” 

West Caldwell cancels varsity football. What does this mean for other Catawba Valley teams?

West Caldwell cancels varsity football. What does this mean for other Catawba Valley teams?

  • jason.koon

The move upends several other Catawba Valley football schedules.

This group of McDowell County 8-year-olds is competing in the Babe Ruth World Series

This group of McDowell County 8-year-olds is competing in the Babe Ruth World Series

  • jason.koon

The team has already had a dominant summer. They went 4-0 in the district championship and 3-0 in the state tournament.

Gov. Stein visits Broughton Hospital, talks new apprenticeship program, staffing shortage

Gov. Stein visits Broughton Hospital, talks new apprenticeship program, staffing shortage

  • Sarah C. Johnson

"Let's address that problem. Let's get the qualified professionals in here, then we can help more people on their path to recovery.”

Carolina Hurricanes season opener, Stanley Cup champion banner celebrationship set

Carolina Hurricanes season opener, Stanley Cup champion banner celebrationship set

  • Chip Alexander, The News & Observer (Raleigh)

After 20 years, it’s time to raise another Stanley Cup banner. The Carolina Hurricanes will do that Sept. 29, hosting the Florida Panthers in a 5 p.m. game at Lenovo Center in the home opener of the 2026-27 season, the NHL announced Wednesday. The Canes’ full season schedule – this year expa…

Will Kyle Busch's 11-year-old son race at Bowman Gray Stadium next month?

Will Kyle Busch's 11-year-old son race at Bowman Gray Stadium next month?

  • JOHN DELL Staff Reporter

Legends and Bandoleros cars will race on a Friday night on Aug. 21 and will honor the late Kyle Busch

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From the Archives: Here’s a look back at McDowell County this week in 1991

From the Archives: Here’s a look back at McDowell County this week in 1991

Pulling out the stops: NC church organist reflects on 48-year career

Pulling out the stops: NC church organist reflects on 48-year career

This group of McDowell County 8-year-olds is competing in the Babe Ruth World Series

This group of McDowell County 8-year-olds is competing in the Babe Ruth World Series

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Atrium pushes back after State Health Plan leaves healthcare network out of Tier 1

Atrium pushes back after State Health Plan leaves healthcare network out of Tier 1

State Health Plan officials: "Atrium Health's reaction is reminiscent of a World Cup team that loses and immediately blames the referee."

Customer injured after section of ceiling collapses at restaurant in Winston-Salem

Customer injured after section of ceiling collapses at restaurant in Winston-Salem

Winston-Salem firefighters were dispatched at 4:02 p.m. on Sunday to the restaurant.

New White House Rose Garden statue created by Trump sculptor

New White House Rose Garden statue created by Trump sculptor

Trump’s remaking of the Rose Garden continues with sculptures lining one side of the paved-over garden, facing the Oval Office.

Residents feel lack of communication surrounds Microsoft's NC data centers

Residents feel lack of communication surrounds Microsoft's NC data centers

“That is maybe the biggest problem,” one resident said.

NC House shuts down plans for liquor warehouse after construction dispute goes public

NC House shuts down plans for liquor warehouse after construction dispute goes public

“The whole thing stinks,” said a campaign finance watchdog, who has called on authorities to investigate.

From the Archives: Here’s a look back at McDowell County this week in 1991

From the Archives: Here’s a look back at McDowell County this week in 1991

This feature mines our archives for what was going on this week in local history.

700 NC residents lost more than $8.4 million in 2025 to this fraud. Here’s how

700 NC residents lost more than $8.4 million in 2025 to this fraud. Here’s how

“The No. 1 rule is, in any of our frauds across any sector that we work in law enforcement, is if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.”

NC’s new budget spends $1.6 billion on projects. Here’s where the money went

NC’s new budget spends $1.6 billion on projects. Here’s where the money went

These one-time appropriations, also called “pork” or “earmarks,” will fund everything from sewer upgrades to university buildings to controversial crisis pregnancy centers.

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This group of McDowell County 8-year-olds is competing in the Babe Ruth World Series

This group of McDowell County 8-year-olds is competing in the Babe Ruth World Series

  • jason.koon

The team has already had a dominant summer. They went 4-0 in the district championship and 3-0 in the state tournament.

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Ohio State, Alabama lead program rankings

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Adam Lichtenstein: Magical World Cup shows how sports can unite people

Adam Lichtenstein: Magical World Cup shows how sports can unite people

I love the Super Bowl. I love the World Series and the College Football Playoffs. The Stanley Cup is great — especially when the iconic trophy is used to pour beer off of the Elbo Room’s second-floor balcony — and the Olympics are fun every two years. But after nearly six weeks of the World Cup, I think I am convinced. It was the most amazing sporting event I’ve ever witnessed. For 39 days, we ...

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Plan a family trip to McDowell County in the Blue Ridge Mountains with gem mining, easy waterfall hikes, indoor attractions, historic sites and Linville Caverns.

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Statesville proclaims July 2026 parks and recreation month

Statesville proclaims July 2026 parks and recreation month

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Mayor J. Douglas Hendrix proclaims July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month in Statesville, recognizing parks’ role in health, economy and community well-being.

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City of Statesville invites community to Statesville Heritage Festival

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Statesville Heritage Festival on Aug. 1 offers free admission, history exhibits, performances, and a backpack giveaway to help families prepare for the school year.

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Raymond and Louise Moody endowed scholarship at Catawba College

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It pays to stand up for yourself. Ballroom dancer Benji Castro didn’t and wound up leaving “The Next Pro,” the “Dancing with the Stars” spin-off.

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Here's how much coffee is safe to drink every day, research says

Researchers have found most adults can safely consume up to five cups of coffee per day, which is about 400 mg of caffeine, without increasing risk of cardiovascular disease.

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