The city of Marion is requesting that all water customers voluntarily reduce non-essential water use by at least 5%.
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Shooting guard Matt Able committed to North Carolina on Tuesday, giving the Tar Heels a much-needed boost in a backcourt that was depleted this offseason.
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He built the first water supply for the town of Old Fort and the stone structures he installed for this system can still be seen today in the mountains.
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“We invite you to stop by and take a look — we’re proud to share these improvements with our community."
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After months of scouting and deliberating, the Carolina Panthers are set to pick with the No. 19 selection in this weekend’s 2026 NFL Draft. While the team has several needs, it will need to zero in on just one position in Thursday’s first round. Will they go “best player available,” or will…
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Eli Ellis is not leaving South Carolina to continue his college basketball career. The former Gamecock guard is transferring to College of Charleston. He posted the news on his Instagram page. On3’s Joe Tipton was the first to report the news. “I’m home. Let’s get to work,” Ellis wrote on his Instagram page. The Moravian Prep and Overtime Elite alum is one of the most recognizable names in the ...
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