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If an increase in McDowell County's sales tax is approved, it could bring in $1.5 million for the county. McDowell County to consider possible data center moratorium at Monday meeting McDowell officials will also talk about the upcoming sales tax referendum. Bella Donna Beauty in downtown Marion aims to make people feel their best “We are very inclusive, a place where people can come and not feel judged.” McDowell County considering 1-year data center moratorium; public hearing scheduled “The commissioners are aware that the topic is of interest on a national and state level and want to be in front of the issue here locally." New McDowell County sheriff sworn in after former sheriff retires “Please join us in congratulating Sheriff Mace as he begins this new chapter of service and leadership for McDowell County,” reads the news release. 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McDowell County sales tax increase on ballot. Here's how the money would be used. If an increase in McDowell County's sales tax is approved, it could bring in $1.5 million for the county.
McDowell County to consider possible data center moratorium at Monday meeting McDowell officials will also talk about the upcoming sales tax referendum.
Bella Donna Beauty in downtown Marion aims to make people feel their best “We are very inclusive, a place where people can come and not feel judged.”
McDowell County considering 1-year data center moratorium; public hearing scheduled “The commissioners are aware that the topic is of interest on a national and state level and want to be in front of the issue here locally."
New McDowell County sheriff sworn in after former sheriff retires “Please join us in congratulating Sheriff Mace as he begins this new chapter of service and leadership for McDowell County,” reads the news release.
