The 2026 midterm election is approaching, with early voting ending in 10 days and an important deadline for absentee ballots passed as of Oct. 20.
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“Our lines are moving quickly, and we have not experienced any issues. I encourage voters to take advantage of early voting and choose a time that works best for them.”
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"It is unwise to further constrain state and local policymakers’ ability to adequately fund public education for our 1.5 million students," state education leaders said in a joint statement.
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The largest net hiring gains were 3,700 in private education and health services and 1,400 in trade, transportation and utilities.
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Roy Cooper is ahead of Michael Whatley 51%-34% among female voters, the poll found.
- By TRACY GRIT Superintendent, McDowell County Schools
From our Board of Education to our administrative team, we take pride in putting our students and families first.
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Do North Carolina voters want to lower the cap on the state income tax? Millions of voters will decide if the state drops its income tax cap to 3.5%. It’s one of three constitutional amendments on your Nov. 3 ballot.
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King women’s soccer drew 2-2 at Ferrum, with goals from Ella Froehlich and Vodi Mangal and 14 saves by keeper Malise Chalmers in Conference Carolinas play.
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King University men’s golf climbed to 10th at the 2026 Patriot Fall Classic in Ninety Six, S.C., led by Deagan Erfmann and an even-par final round from Tibo Van De Neste.
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King men’s soccer fell 2-1 at Ferrum despite a late goal by Joaquin Guerrero, outshooting Ferrum in the second half but unable to erase a two-goal deficit.
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