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Old Fort man charged with shooting into home, kicking in door A brief standoff took place before he surrendered and was taken into custody. McDowell County bridge temporarily closed for resurfacing An average of 2,800 vehicles cross the bridge every day.
Old Fort to see 8-cent property tax increase, 10% increase in water and sewer rates The board voted unanimously to adopt the budget.
The Madness holds soft opening of the new Marion restaurant The new restaurant/bar is located at the Larry D. Miller Business Complex, where Burrito Bros. used to operate.
McDowell Commissioners OK higher fire tax rates for four departments Adjustments would go into effect with the bills that go out this summer.
Old Fort man charged with shooting into home, kicking in door A brief standoff took place before he surrendered and was taken into custody.
McDowell County bridge temporarily closed for resurfacing An average of 2,800 vehicles cross the bridge every day.
