Skip to main contentSkip to main content
McDowell News
87°
  • Log In
  • Subscribe
  • user icon Guest
  • Logout
Read Today's E-edition
  • News
    • Local
    • Crime
    • State and Regional
    • Politics
    • Education
    • Business
    • Nation & World
    • Markets & Stocks
    • News Tip
  • Obituaries
    • Share a story
    • Recent Obituaries
    • Find an Obituary
  • Opinion
    • Columnists
    • Cartoon
    • Editorials
    • Letters
    • Submit a letter
  • Sports
    • High School
    • College
    • Professional
  • Lifestyles
    • Event Calendar
    • Arts and Theatre
    • Food & Cooking
    • Movies & TV
    • Music
    • Contests
    • Comics
    • Puzzmo
    • Games & Puzzles
    • Play
    • Home & Garden
    • Health
    • Parenting
    • Fashion
    • People
    • Travel
    • Faith
  • Sponsored Content
  • Join the community
    • News tip
    • Share video
    • Send a story
    • Share a photo
  • Brand Ave. Studios
  • Print Edition
    • E-edition
    • Today's Ads
    • Special Sections
    • McDowell Archives
  • Buy & Sell
    • Place an Ad
    • Jobs
    • Cars
    • Marketplace
    • Public Notices
    • Shop Local
    • Today's Deal
  • Shopping
  • Customer Service
    • Manage Subscription
    • Activate Digital Subscription
    • Newsletter sign-up
    • Subscribe
    • Contact
    • Help Center
  • Gift Subscriptions
  • Mobile Apps
  • Weather: Live rader
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
© 2026 Lee Enterprises
Terms of Service | Privacy Policy
McDowell News
News+
Where your story lives
Subscribe
Read Today's E-edition
McDowell News
News+
Where your story lives
Subscribe
  • Log In
  • user icon
    Welcome, Guest
    • My Subscription
      Help Center
    • My Account
    • Dashboard
    • Profile
    • Saved items
    • Logout
  • E-edition
  • News
  • Obituaries
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • Puzzmo
  • Puzzles
  • Lifestyles
  • Public Notices
  • Jobs
  • 87° Mostly Cloudy
UNC Tar Heels baseball transfer portal tracker, who's in, who's out for 2027

UNC Tar Heels baseball transfer portal tracker, who's in, who's out for 2027

  • USA Today Network

Despite finishing with 54 wins to match the third-most victories in program history, there’s no rest for coach Scott Forbes and the Tar Heels as they look ahead to 2027. 

Hickory FC's four-match winning streak ends with home loss to Charlotte Independence 2

Hickory FC's four-match winning streak ends with home loss to Charlotte Independence 2

  • Jackson Shoe Hickory Daily Record

Despite the loss, Hickory FC remains in second place in the South Atlantic Division as the club heads into its final three regular-season matches.

From the Archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 1975

From the Archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 1975

    This feature mines the McDowell news archives for what was going on this week in local history.

    Drowning is a leading cause of death for kids. Here's how to keep them safe in the pool

    Drowning is a leading cause of death for kids. Here's how to keep them safe in the pool

    • SUSIE C. SPEAR Staff Reporter

    "You need an adult who is in the water, within an arm's reach of a child," said Dr. Ross Kuhner, director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Moses Cone Hospital.

    See McDowell County area government offices, trash collection schedule for July 4

    See McDowell County area government offices, trash collection schedule for July 4

    • Sarah C. Johnson

    See when local government offices, recreation centers and libraries will be closed for Independence Day.

    South Caldwell slugger up for Sports Illustrated North Carolina Softball Player of the Year

    South Caldwell slugger up for Sports Illustrated North Carolina Softball Player of the Year

    • jason.koon

     As of Monday at noon, Harrington holds 40.79% of the vote, leading the 16-player field.

    Love and ball: Meet the South Caldwell couple that experienced a rare dual achievement together

    Love and ball: Meet the South Caldwell couple that experienced a rare dual achievement together

    • jason.koon

    They played T-ball together at 6. This year, the softball player and baseball player celebrated making it to states together.

    Shopping
    What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

    Recommended For You

    Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

    Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

    From the Archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 1975

    From the Archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 1975

    United States has already lost World Cup with its greed and hostility | Opinion

    United States has already lost World Cup with its greed and hostility | Opinion

    The Latest

    Sponsored
    How a Marine veteran bought a new home without paying a dollar in upfront closing costs

    How a Marine veteran bought a new home without paying a dollar in upfront closing costs

    Content by NewDay USA. The VA home loan is one of the most powerful homebuying tools, and NewDay USA is making it even stronger.

    Grandfather Mountain mourns the loss of Yonnie the black bear

    Grandfather Mountain mourns the loss of Yonnie the black bear

    Yonnie was humanely euthanized June 24, following advanced-age-related complications, including severe arthritis, that led to difficulty standing and walking.

    Marion neighbors: Obituaries for June 30

    Marion neighbors: Obituaries for June 30

    Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

    Lincoln County was site of major victory for Patriot forces during Revolutionary War

    Lincoln County was site of major victory for Patriot forces during Revolutionary War

    Historical Association of Catawba County Director of Education Alyssa Ball talks about the Battle of Ramsour's Mill

    Hear about role city of Newton played in the Revolutionary War

    Hear about role city of Newton played in the Revolutionary War

    Historical Association of Catawba County Director of Education Alyssa Ball tells the story of Revolutionary War soldiers making their way trhough Catawba County.

    Catawba College poll: Roy Cooper leads Michael Whatley by 14 points

    Catawba College poll: Roy Cooper leads Michael Whatley by 14 points

    "(Roy) Cooper's advantage is not simply a function of Democratic support," said Michael Bitzer, director of Catawba College's Center for North Carolina Politics & Public Service. "His lead is being driven by independents, who currently support him by more than two-to-one over (Michael) Whatley."

    McDowell Chamber of Commerce hosts first Latino Business Exchange

    McDowell Chamber of Commerce hosts first Latino Business Exchange

    On Thursday, June 18, the McDowell Chamber of Commerce hosted the First Latino Business Exchange at McDowell Technical Community College’s Small Business Center.

    Rotary Club of Marion holds annual banquet, installs new officers

    Rotary Club of Marion holds annual banquet, installs new officers

    The event featured photographs of Hunter and his service to the community and the Rotary Club of Marion.

    Editor's Pick

    Centro Unido Latino Americano welcomes three new summer interns

    Centro Unido Latino Americano welcomes three new summer interns

    • Mike Conley

    Meet the interns here.

    Interact With Us

    Get ready to mark America's 250th anniversary

    Get ready to mark America's 250th anniversary

    View all of our stories about America's 250th anniversary. 

    Read the E-edition now – the digital replica of the newspaper!

    Read the E-edition now – the digital replica of the newspaper!

    Updated every day!

    Download our mobile app for a customized experience!

    Download our mobile app for a customized experience!

    Download it today!

    Get the most important news in your inbox as it happens. Sign up for Breaking News:

    Get the most important news in your inbox as it happens. Sign up for Breaking News:

    Get it delivered to your inbox!

    Latest Video

    Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship

    Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship

    Supreme Court lets states ban transgender athletes from playing on girls sports teams

    Supreme Court lets states ban transgender athletes from playing on girls sports teams

    Grizzlies Deal Morant To Trail Blazers For Grant & Murray

    Grizzlies Deal Morant To Trail Blazers For Grant & Murray

    OKC musicians preview Great American State Fair set in Washington, D.C.

    OKC musicians preview Great American State Fair set in Washington, D.C.

    Sports

    Grizzlies Deal Morant To Trail Blazers For Grant & Murray

    Grizzlies Deal Morant To Trail Blazers For Grant & Murray

    The Memphis Grizzlies are trading two-time All-Star guard Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray. The deal ends Morant’s seven-year stint with the Grizzlies, who drafted him with the second overall pick in 2019. Since being named an All-Star in 2…

    Ex-NFL Star Chris Johnson Diagnosed With ALS

    Ex-NFL Star Chris Johnson Diagnosed With ALS

    Former NFL superstar Chris Johnson just revealed he was diagnosed with ALS last year ... and the disease has progressed so quickly, he now uses a speech-generating device to communicate.

    'I've always had some nerves" - Serena Williams on Wimbledon singles return.

    'I've always had some nerves" - Serena Williams on Wimbledon singles return.

    'I've always had some nerves" - Serena Williams on Wimbledon singles return.

    ‘DISASTROUS World Cup’: Iran Captain Mehdi Taremi BLASTS FIFA Over Travel Chaos In During WC

    ‘DISASTROUS World Cup’: Iran Captain Mehdi Taremi BLASTS FIFA Over Travel Chaos In During WC

    Iran captain Mehdi Taremi has criticized FIFA, calling the tournament a "disaster" for his team over travel disruptions and visa issues Taremi said FIFA President Gianni Infantino promised solutions after Iran's opening match, but claimed little had improved Forced to base themselves in Tiju…

    Community News

    Provided
    Tri-Cities small business earns national veterans award

    Tri-Cities small business earns national veterans award

    • Bristol Chamber of Commerce
    • 0

    All About Blinds in Johnson City, Tennessee, received the 2026 American Legion Small Employer of Veterans Award for its commitment to hiring and supporting veterans.

    Provided
    Caldwell County adopts 2026-27 budget, revenue-neutral tax rate

    Caldwell County adopts 2026-27 budget, revenue-neutral tax rate

    • Caldwell County
    • 0

    Caldwell County commissioners adopted a $111.6 million 2026-27 budget, set a revenue-neutral property tax rate, and funded employee pay, public safety and schools.

    Provided
    Brian Kelley to headline Bass Pro Shops Night Race concert

    Brian Kelley to headline Bass Pro Shops Night Race concert

    • Bristol Motor Speedway
    • 0

    Diamond-selling country star Brian Kelley will headline the Bass Pro Shops Night Race pre-race concert at Bristol Motor Speedway on Saturday, Sept. 19.

    Provided
    Shell Rotella SuperRigs rolls into Bristol Motor Speedway

    Shell Rotella SuperRigs rolls into Bristol Motor Speedway

    • Bristol Motor Speedway
    • 0

    Shell Rotella SuperRigs brings a three-day truck beauty contest, family activities and free public access to Bristol Motor Speedway from June 25-27.

    Listen Now Podcasts

    What does it mean to love a country with an imperfect past? | The Ethical Life podcast

    What does it mean to love a country with an imperfect past? | The Ethical Life podcast

    🎧 As the nation approaches its 250th birthday, the hosts examine patriotism, historical memory and whether gratitude can coexist with honest reflection.

    What is lost when strangers stop talking to each other? | The Ethical Life podcast

    What is lost when strangers stop talking to each other? | The Ethical Life podcast

    🎧

    How does servant leadership make workplaces stronger? | The Ethical Life podcast

    How does servant leadership make workplaces stronger? | The Ethical Life podcast

    🎧 From grocery stores to manufacturing plants, the hosts examine trust, listening and relationship-building as keys to long-term organizational success.

    What happens when fewer people choose to have children? | The Ethical Life podcast

    What happens when fewer people choose to have children? | The Ethical Life podcast

    🎧 Large households once seemed ordinary. Today they often attract curiosity. The hosts discuss evolving norms around family size and personal fulfillment.

    Life & Entertainment

    ‘Raising Kanan’ promises plenty for its fifth and final season

    ‘Raising Kanan’ promises plenty for its fifth and final season

    When Sascha Penn created “Power Book III: Raising Kanan,” he was determined to end it after five seasons.

    Muslims were part of America’s story long before the republic began

    Muslims were part of America’s story long before the republic began

    Muslims were woven into both America’s founding population and its labor force, writes a scholar of Islam on the nation’s 250th anniversary.

    Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Wading through the wackos

    Dr. Barton Goldsmith: Wading through the wackos

    Every now and then, we may unknowingly allow someone into our lives who does not have the best of intentions. They may put on a good act for a very long time. But once they have gotten what they want or see a way to gain advantage in the world — even if it means stepping on you — they will take it, and all you will see is a stack of bills left behind in the dust.

    Local Events

    Some features on this page require cookie consent to load. Please update your cookie preferences to continue

    Update settings to continue…

    Please try the following steps to enable.

    • Open FireFox Settings → Privacy & Security → Website Privacy Preferences
    • Make sure "Tell websites not to sell or share my data" is not checked.
    • Make sure "Send websites a Do Not Track request" is not checked.
    • Open Chrome Settings → Privacy & Security → Third-party cookies
    • Under Advanced, make sure "Do Not Track " is disabled.
    • Open Edge Settings → Privacy, search, and services
    • Under Privacy, make sure "Send Do Not Track" requests is not enabled
    • Open Cookies and Site Permissions → Manage and delete cookies and site data
    • Make sure "Block third-party cookies" is not enabled
    • Open your browser settings and make sure "Do Not Track " is disabled.
    • Open your cookie preferences.
      • Make sure "Targeted Advertising" is toggled ON.
      • Make sure "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" is toggled OFF.
      • Click Save

    Partner

    Sponsored
    How a Marine veteran bought a new home without paying a dollar in upfront closing costs

    How a Marine veteran bought a new home without paying a dollar in upfront closing costs

    Content by NewDay USA. The VA home loan is one of the most powerful homebuying tools, and NewDay USA is making it even stronger.

    Sponsored
    This fashion-forward new footwear brand is trending

    This fashion-forward new footwear brand is trending

    Content by Kelley Kouture. This Richmond, Virginia–based brand introduces a refined new perspective in luxury footwear.

    Contributor
    The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

    The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

    Contributor content. The real reason crypto matters for merchants is math. Crypto transactions often cost less than a penny.

    Provided
    Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

    Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

    Provided content. Rising costs, limited supply, and shifting priorities are making starter homes harder to find.

    Shopping

    What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

    What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

    Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

    Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

    Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

    Affiliate content. Learn how to tell if your home has a humidity problem and what you can do to fix it. 

    Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

    Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

    Affiliate content. Learn about the most common problems for basement HVAC equipment and how to fix them. 

    Farmhouse to Modern Comfort: HVAC Solutions for the Midwest's Oldest Homes

    Farmhouse to Modern Comfort: HVAC Solutions for the Midwest's Oldest Homes

    Affiliate content. Learn how modern HVAC systems can be integrated into even the oldest Midwest homes. 

    Local Businesses

    Historical Armory

    SHARAYAH ESTES, FORT COLLINS, CO 80524

    Marketplace Cinemas

    CINEMA DEVELOPMENT CORP, HIGH POINT, NC 27265

    A & a Tax Service

    377 RAILROAD DRIVE, NEBO, NC 28761

    Print Ads

    ASPHALT ROADS
    Services

    ASPHALT ROADS

    ROCKY TOP TREE SERVICE
    Services

    ROCKY TOP TREE SERVICE

    CARR, MICHAEL
    Services

    CARR, MICHAEL

    ROCKY TOP TREE SERVICE
    Services

    ROCKY TOP TREE SERVICE

    AFFORDABLE TREE SERVICE
    Services

    AFFORDABLE TREE SERVICE

    McDowell News
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    Prefer us on Google

    Sites & Partners

    • Place an Ad
    • Today's Deal
    • Event Calendar
    • Join Our Team
    • Newsletter Signup

    Services

    • Manage Subscription
    • Contact Us
    • Advertise
    • Licensing
    • Dealer Returns
    • Shopping
    © Copyright 2026 The McDowell News, P.O. Box 968 Marion, NC 28603
    Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Advertising Terms of Use | Do Not Sell My Info | Cookie Preferences
    Powered by BLOX Content Management System from bloxdigital.com.