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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

  • RICHARD CRAVER Staff Reporter

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

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

  • RICHARD CRAVER Staff Reporter

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."

Meet the Rotary Club of Marion's Student and Athlete of the Week

Meet the Rotary Club of Marion's Student and Athlete of the Week

  • Mike Conley

On Thursday, the Rotary Club of Marion recognized Mason Ratliff as the Academic Student of the Week and Avery Watson as the Athlete of the Week.

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

    • Mike Conley

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

    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.

    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 24

      Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 24

        Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

        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. 

          Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 23

          Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 23

            Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

            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.

              Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 22

              Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 22

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                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.

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                    North Cove Elementary alumni turned love of creativity into career of service

                    North Cove Elementary alumni turned love of creativity into career of service

                    To her, having the heart of a lion means “leading with courage, creativity and compassion.”

                    Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 21

                    Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 21

                    Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                    What Are The Origins Behind Memorial Day?

                    What Are The Origins Behind Memorial Day?

                    Held each year on the last Monday of May, Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died in service to the US military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it was first celebrated in the years following the American Civil War. In the late 1860s, many American towns started paying tribu…

                    Want a piece of K&W at home? Plates, bowls, Buicks among items listed in online auction

                    Want a piece of K&W at home? Plates, bowls, Buicks among items listed in online auction

                    There are 203 items up for auction from K&W Cafeteria's Healy Drive location.

                    Nine organizations seeking to establish a hospice home care office in McDowell County

                    Nine organizations seeking to establish a hospice home care office in McDowell County

                    See the proposals, how much they'll cost and the timeline for each.

                    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. 

                    McDowell Tech names Penny Lonon 2026 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient

                    McDowell Tech names Penny Lonon 2026 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient

                    “What stands out about Penny is how intentionally she builds confidence in her students and invests in their personal and professional growth."

                    Meet the Rotary Club of Marion's Students of the Week

                    Meet the Rotary Club of Marion's Students of the Week

                    The Rotary Club of Marion recognized Eddy Rodriguez from McDowell Early College as the Student of the Week and Cason Matthews of McDowell Academy of Innovation.

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                    How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                    How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

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                    Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

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                    Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

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                    Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                    Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                    Affiliate. Find out which crypto coins you should watch closely in 2025. 

                    From the Archives: See photos from McDowell County this week in 1995

                    From the Archives: See photos from McDowell County this week in 1995

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

                    McDowell County board opposes state property tax restriction proposal

                    McDowell County board opposes state property tax restriction proposal

                    "... the McDowell County Board of Commissioners opposes broad constitutional or statutory limitations that would unnecessarily restrict county property tax authority ..."

                    McDowell County emergency officials practice hurricane, flash flood response

                    McDowell County emergency officials practice hurricane, flash flood response

                    “This annual exercise is critical to ensure all agencies are ready to respond should a tropical system impact our community this year."

                    Indy 500 countdown is on: Inside Lincoln’s world-famous racing treasure trove

                    Indy 500 countdown is on: Inside Lincoln’s world-famous racing treasure trove

                    We are a week away from the Indy 500. There's no better time to check out one of the top museums dedicated to racing — the Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed draws visitors from around the world.

                    What does America mean to you? What will the US be like in 50 years? 4th graders answer

                    What does America mean to you? What will the US be like in 50 years? 4th graders answer

                    "The U.S.A means to me a home and a great community."

                    Future of Neese's Country Sausage unclear as shutdown continues in Greensboro

                    Future of Neese's Country Sausage unclear as shutdown continues in Greensboro

                    There has also been a flood of social media posts speculating that the company is out of business.

                    State lawmaker from Guilford calls on Foxx to resign after her response to fourth grader

                    State lawmaker from Guilford calls on Foxx to resign after her response to fourth grader

                    “A child wrote you a letter. And the teacher in you wrote back to call his teachers liars,” Garrett said. “That is not a policy disagreement. That is a loss of soul."

                    McDowell County fourth graders drew flags as part of America 250 celebrations. See the winners.

                    McDowell County fourth graders drew flags as part of America 250 celebrations. See the winners.

                    The America 250 NC organization invited fourth grade students from across North Carolina to design county flags that reflect how they see their region of the state.

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