No other individuals inside were injured, according to the news release.
- USA Today Network
"Psychedelic-assisted therapy, chemical compounds like MDMA for PTSD, and psilocybin for treatment-resistant depression have shown in clinical trials results that traditional medicines cannot match."
- Sarah C. Johnson
An Alexander County Schools Board of Education member was shot and killed at the Old Hickory Tannery on Wednesday.
- Sarah C. Johnson
The investigators found about 256 grams of fentanyl, 241 grams of methamphetamine and 52 grams of cocaine.
- Mike Conley
“Toby’s leadership has always reflected the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility."
- Ashley McCartha McDowell County Schools
"Our daughter has been so fortunate to have travelled her journey in McDowell County Schools, while encountering so many wonderful educators and people along the way."
- Mike Conley
“At MCSO, we greatly value our senior citizens and remain committed to looking out for their safety and well-being."
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“At MCSO, we greatly value our senior citizens and remain committed to looking out for their safety and well-being."
“There’s people who that will say no on Facebook and they won’t come in here and say anything. … Let’s put it on the ballot and let the voters decide what they want to do.”
The commissioners did not adopt the proposed budget after Monday’s hearing concluded.
An average of 2,800 vehicles cross the bridge every day.
Most recently, he was chief executive of Fiserv Inc., a global financial technology and payments company.
The board voted unanimously to adopt the budget.
A brief standoff took place before he surrendered and was taken into custody.
“You want to be a good neighbor and not be a 500 pound gorilla. We’re not trying to be bad neighbors. We know we’re not going to stop anything, it’s too late.”
"This recognition reflects the dedication of our staff, volunteers, landlords, donors, community partners, and the individuals we serve every day."
This feature mines the McDowell News archives for what was going on this week in local history.
Adjustments would go into effect with the bills that go out this summer.
Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.
A lifelong resident of McDowell County, Jones has dedicated her career to serving the community she calls home.
Alaska Airlines' Pasah Saleh describes its interest in JetZero
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Mayor J. Douglas Hendrix proclaims June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth in Statesville, urging residents to honor freedom through reflection, education and service.
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City of Statesville shares Juneteenth closings, celebrations, school supply drive details, Waste & Recycling Workers Week, youth sports, and upcoming events.
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Discover practical summer energy-saving tips to keep your Statesville, NC, home cool, lower utility bills, and reduce strain on your HVAC system and the grid.
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Governor Josh Stein and state officials marked a new Fort Bragg DMV office serving servicemembers and families, highlighting broader support for military communities.
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JetZero co-founder and CEO Tom O'Leary discusses AI role in PTI plant
A groundbreaking ceremony was held for JetZero’s first commercial airplane manufacturing facility at Piedmont Triad International Airport on Monday, June 15, 2026, in Greensboro, N.C.
Gov. Josh Stein speaks on historic JetZero ground breaking
McDowell EMS asked people to use caution in the area.
The pedestrian was crossing the tracks near Union Square.
Jesse Jones president Karl White said that "we look forward to bringing Neese’s products back to restaurants and retailers very soon. The original recipes that have defined the Neese’s brand for decades will remain unchanged."
Court documents said the man threatened the woman to try to force her to sign her truck over to him.
This week, the McDowell County Board of Commissioners, the Old Fort Board of Aldermen and the Marion City Council will all hold their regularly scheduled meetings.