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Job offer sound too good to be true? It just might be a scam, state officials say

Job offer sound too good to be true? It just might be a scam, state officials say

  • RICHARD CRAVER Winston-Salem Journal

The sophisticated scam targets people who are searching for jobs and uses information from social media sites. 

McDowell America 250 holding final presentation, focus on John Carson

McDowell America 250 holding final presentation, focus on John Carson

  • Mike Conley

John Carson was the builder of the Carson House.

South Caldwell baseball and softball will both play for a state title. Has this happened before?

South Caldwell baseball and softball will both play for a state title. Has this happened before?

  • jason.koon

That picture of the baseball and softball teams together in front of the centerfield wall documents a completely unprecedented moment that North Carolina high school sports history. 

Media consultant to the Vatican to speak virtually at Marion bookstore event

Media consultant to the Vatican to speak virtually at Marion bookstore event

  • Mike Conley

“We’re so excited to have Father Castello here in person to host the conversation with Father James Martin for us virtually,” said Stephen Knight, co-owner of Bigfoot Books & Brews.

From the Archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 2002

From the Archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 2002

  • Mike Conley

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

McDowell High volunteer of 20 years organizes front office, fire drills. Now he's an honorary fire marshal.

McDowell High volunteer of 20 years organizes front office, fire drills. Now he's an honorary fire marshal.

  • Mike Conley

“Tyler is super, super helpful and it is his birthday and we are so thankful for him and his volunteerism."

The Carolina League's top home run-hitting duo lead Crawdads to 5-1 series win over Charleston

The Carolina League's top home run-hitting duo lead Crawdads to 5-1 series win over Charleston

  • Mark Parker Hickory Daily Record Sports Correspondent

Hector Osorio, Deward Tovar both hit their ninth home runs of the season May 19 to share the lead in the Carolina League. 

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McDowell America 250 holding final presentation, focus on John Carson

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Greg Biffle narrowly misses NASCAR Hall of Fame. One inductee says he ‘deserves’ it

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Greg Biffle narrowly missed being voted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2027. Should he be inducted in 2028, or another year? At least one driver who was inducted this year thinks so. “Look, Greg Biffle was also a Roush driver and teammate,” Jeff Burton told reporters Tuesday. “We had a lot of good times together. And we won a lot of races: O’Reilly and Truck championships. “He ...

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"I commend Hendersonville. It took a lot of courage for the jurors to do what they did," Meredith Hinton said.

Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 27

Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 27

Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

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Arrest made in 2008 killings at Concord Sun Drop plant, NC police say

Arrest made in 2008 killings at Concord Sun Drop plant, NC police say

A suspect was captured nearly 3,000 miles away, in Washington state.

Duke Energy rate hikes affirmed by NC Supreme Court

Duke Energy rate hikes affirmed by NC Supreme Court

Duke Energy rate hikes from 2023 challenged by the state attorney general have been affirmed by the North Carolina Supreme Court.

Mission Hospital McDowell celebrates EMS Week with appreciation luncheon

Mission Hospital McDowell celebrates EMS Week with appreciation luncheon

Hospital leaders expressed gratitude for the strong partnership between Mission Hospital McDowell and McDowell County EMS and other EMS partners.

Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 26

Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 26

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Marion budget: No property tax increase proposed; water, sewer rates may rise

Marion budget: No property tax increase proposed; water, sewer rates may rise

  • Mike Conley

The plan includes a 5% increase in the water rates and a 5% increase in the sewer rates.

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