Special Report Top Story Marion ranks as sixth-best place to retire in North Carolina From Staff Reports May 13, 2023 May 13, 2023 Updated Jun 17, 2024 0 Marion is the sixth-best place in North Carolina for people to retire, according to Travel + Leisure magazine. FILE PHOTO Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save From Staff Reports Marion is the sixth-best place in North Carolina for people to retire, according to Travel + Leisure magazine.kAm~? %9FCD52J[ E96 AF3=:42E:@? C6=62D65 2? 2CE:4=6 @? :ED H63D:E6 =:DE:?8 E96 E@A `_ A=246D :? }@CE9 r2C@=:?2 7@C C6E:C6>6?E]k^AmkAm%96 =:DE:?8 H2D 32D65 @? 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Highway patrol: Juvenile killed in McDowell County wreck while driving electric bike The driver of an electric bike was declared dead at the scene, according to highway patrol.
One person critically injured in Sunday crash involving bicycle in McDowell County Upon arrival, crews found one patient with critical injuries. Paramedics took the person to Mission Hospital McDowell.
Marion man charged with death by distribution in 22-year-old's 2025 overdose death An autopsy revealed the man died from toxic levels of fentanyl and cocaine in his system.
‘No kings’ rally in downtown Marion draws more than 275 people, organizers say “Folks are paying attention, and they’re ready to head to the polls in the midterms and vote for leadership that respects all Americans.”
Marion woman charged with starting wildfire in northern McDowell County As of Tuesday morning, the fire is 185 acres in size and 20% contained.
