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US strikes southern Iran, including boats attempting to lay mines

US strikes southern Iran, including boats attempting to lay mines

  • Elwely Elwelly and Michael Martina Reuters

U.S. Central Command said the strikes were designed "to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces."

Pope Leo urges world to 'slow down' on AI in fervent first manifesto

Pope Leo urges world to 'slow down' on AI in fervent first manifesto

  • Joshua McElwee Reuters

He also apologized for the church's role in slavery, and repudiated a doctrine used since the fifth century to justify some wars.

U.S. tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms

U.S. tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms

  • Jacob Bogage REUTERS

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service is debating requiring taxpayers to disclose their citizenship status on next year's tax forms, according to three people familiar with the situation.

Trump says Iran deal is close as gas prices hit Memorial Day high

Trump says Iran deal is close as gas prices hit Memorial Day high

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President Trump says a framework peace deal to end the war with Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is nearly finalized, though important sticking points remain.

Candy, clothing, and community: How the general store shaped retail

Candy, clothing, and community: How the general store shaped retail

  • Daryl Austin Special to USA Today

Long before crowded shopping malls and overnight deliveries became the norm, everyday commerce in America moved at a much slower, more intimate pace.

Pope Leo’s first encyclical tackles artificial intelligence

Pope Leo’s first encyclical tackles artificial intelligence

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On Monday, Pope Leo XIV unveiled his broad vision for the relationship between artificial intelligence and humanity in his first encyclical, a major papal letter addressed to bishops of the Roman Catholic Church. The document was presented alongside Chris Olah from Anthropic, in what appeare…

Is pot legal in the US? Kind of, sort of … not really

Is pot legal in the US? Kind of, sort of … not really

  • Jeanine Santucci USA Today

Despite years of momentum to loosen restrictions on weed, there is still a big disconnect between states and the federal government.

Is pot legal in the US? Kind of, sort of … not really

Is pot legal in the US? Kind of, sort of … not really

    Despite years of momentum to loosen restrictions on weed, there is still a big disconnect between states and the federal government.

    Fishing boats worldwide tuck dockside as diesel prices surge on Iran war

    Fishing boats worldwide tuck dockside as diesel prices surge on Iran war

      Fishermen around the world are spending more time at the dock this spring as soaring fuel costs compromise their narrow profit margins.

      Asian car-maker was supposed to build a $4B plant in NC. It's now being sued by the state

      Asian car-maker was supposed to build a $4B plant in NC. It's now being sued by the state

        “VinFast agreed to build a factory and create jobs for North Carolinians — it didn’t do either,” state Attorney General Jeff Jackson said.

        Something weird and worrying is happening with rain, study finds

        Something weird and worrying is happening with rain, study finds

          New research shows that though the world sees more rain overall, it's getting drier at the same time. How can that be?

          Here are the Democrats taking early steps in potential 2028 White House bids

          Here are the Democrats taking early steps in potential 2028 White House bids

            No one formally entered the race, but governors, senators and former candidates are fanning out to traditional early voting states, courting donors and rolling out books.

            Trump 'may' release tax returns post-audit. Critics are skeptical

            Trump 'may' release tax returns post-audit. Critics are skeptical

              Trump's long-running explanation for not releasing his tax returns was upended Tuesday when a Justice Department document effectively shut down any existing IRS investigations against Trump.

              WakeMed CEO dismisses UNC Health bid, says Atrium offer is best for system

              WakeMed CEO dismisses UNC Health bid, says Atrium offer is best for system

                UNC Health released a statement in which it confirmed "interest in exploring a broader partnership with WakeMed. We remain ready and willing to be a partner in whatever best serves the long-term health of Wake County residents and all North Carolinians."

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                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 25

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 25

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                McDowell County’ Memorial Day service held Sunday at Historic Carson House

                McDowell County’ Memorial Day service held Sunday at Historic Carson House

                "We must ensure that our children and grandchildren understand that the freedoms they inherit were paid for with courage, service and sacrifice.”

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 24

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 24

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 23

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 23

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                State & Regional

                Man cooks meal at a Greensboro Popeyes after breaking into the restaurant

                Man cooks meal at a Greensboro Popeyes after breaking into the restaurant

                “Well, we’ve heard of the ‘Wet Bandits’ and ‘Sticky Bandits,’ but we've never come across a ‘Biscuit Bandit,’” said Patrick DeSota, a Greensboro police spokesman said.

                What NC 'safe and sane' fireworks you can set off for Memorial Day

                What NC 'safe and sane' fireworks you can set off for Memorial Day

                Memorial Day is almost here, bringing a controversial subject to the front of many North Carolina residents' minds: the use of fireworks to celebrate special occasions.

                NC House bill sponsored by Burke Rep. would strip governor of State Board of Education appointees

                NC House bill sponsored by Burke Rep. would strip governor of State Board of Education appointees

                A series of Republican-sponsored state constitutional amendment bills surfacing during the 2026 session now includes a House bill in which voters would decide whether to elect members to the State Board of Education.

                North Lincoln baseball staves off elimination at South Point. Here's how

                North Lincoln baseball staves off elimination at South Point. Here's how

                North Lincoln baseball would rather not have its back against the wall. Fortunately for the Knights, it isn’t a position to which they are not accustomed.

                Nation & World

                US strikes southern Iran, including boats attempting to lay mines

                US strikes southern Iran, including boats attempting to lay mines

                U.S. Central Command said the strikes were designed "to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces."

                Pope Leo urges world to 'slow down' on AI in fervent first manifesto

                Pope Leo urges world to 'slow down' on AI in fervent first manifesto

                He also apologized for the church's role in slavery, and repudiated a doctrine used since the fifth century to justify some wars.

                U.S. tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms

                U.S. tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms

                The U.S. Internal Revenue Service is debating requiring taxpayers to disclose their citizenship status on next year's tax forms, according to three people familiar with the situation.

                Trump says Iran deal is close as gas prices hit Memorial Day high

                Trump says Iran deal is close as gas prices hit Memorial Day high

                President Trump says a framework peace deal to end the war with Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz is nearly finalized, though important sticking points remain.

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                Crime

                Marion woman charged in burglary cases from 2020, 2023 with DNA evidence

                Marion woman charged in burglary cases from 2020, 2023 with DNA evidence

                The charges stem from the break-in of a residence on Mack Noblitt Road in 2020 and the break-in of a storage unit in Marion in 2023.

                Father injured, 18-year-old son killed in Burke County shooting along Mount Olive Church Road

                Father injured, 18-year-old son killed in Burke County shooting along Mount Olive Church Road

                No charges have been filed in the shooting. 

                Marion man injured in shooting in Newton; police say 1 gunman charged

                Marion man injured in shooting in Newton; police say 1 gunman charged

                A Marion woman and a baby were also named as victims.

                5 antique guns stolen from Historic Carson House in McDowell County

                5 antique guns stolen from Historic Carson House in McDowell County

                “Please help us recover these important pieces of history so they can be safely returned."

                Politics

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

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

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

                McDowell County offices to close for Memorial Day; See park, pool schedules

                McDowell County offices to close for Memorial Day; See park, pool schedules

                Check out this list to see where you can swim on Memorial Day in surrounding areas. 

                NC House bill sponsored by Burke Rep. would strip governor of State Board of Education appointees

                NC House bill sponsored by Burke Rep. would strip governor of State Board of Education appointees

                A series of Republican-sponsored state constitutional amendment bills surfacing during the 2026 session now includes a House bill in which voters would decide whether to elect members to the State Board of Education.

                Meet Marion's citizen of the month, a devoted educator

                Meet Marion's citizen of the month, a devoted educator

                In total, Medford devoted more than 50 years of her life to McDowell County Schools.

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