On Thursday, the Rotary Club of Marion recognized Yesenia Hernandez Zumarraga and Hailey O’Maley, both of McDowell Academy for Innovation, as the Academic Students of the Week.
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The annual Veterans Day service will be held starting at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the McDowell County Senior Center in Marion.
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Some local government offices will be open on Wednesday.
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Check out this list of parades, lunches and ceremonies in Catawba County and surrounding areas.
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On Friday morning, the McDowell County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss economic development and personnel matters behind closed doors.
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The Mebane Buc-ee's store will feature 120 gas pumps, as well as 200 full- and 100 part-time employees. It represents a $60 million to $70 million capital investment.
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North Carolina saw a banner year for sea turtle nests in 2026, with the state's beaches recording more than 2,000 nests and hitting the second-highest number in nearly two decades.
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Many Duke supporters were excited to tune into NBA action Wednesday night, as former Blue Devil sharpshooter Kon Knueppel returned to the lineup for the Charlotte Hornets after missing the first eight
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Catawba Hills will add 13 homes for permanently affordable workforce housing for families in McDowell County.
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Frye Regional Medical Center has appointed Thomas E. Roddy as chief operating officer, bringing nearly two decades of hospital operations and leadership experience.
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Mountaire Farms hosted an appreciation dinner at the Statesville Event Center, bringing guests together to share a meal and celebrate employee contributions.
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NC State’s EFNEP partnered with the Salvation Army in Onslow County to teach menu planning, smart shopping, and budget-friendly, produce-rich family meals.
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Learn how to manage livestock efficiently on small acreage, from rotational grazing and fencing options to stocking rates and quality forage selection.
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