Alert Top Story Wildfire in northern McDowell County reaches 175 acres, not contained as of Wednesday Mike Conley Apr 16, 2025 Apr 16, 2025 0 An evacuation order issued on Tuesday for all residents on Wild Acres Road, including the Wild Acres Retreat, remains in effect on Wednesday. PHOTO SUBMITTED Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Mike Conley As of Wednesday morning, a wildfire in northern McDowell County has burned 175 acres and is not contained.kAmt>6C86?4J A6CD@??6= 7C@> =@42=[ DE2E6 2?5 7656C2= 286?4:6D 2C6 H@C<:?8 @? 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Old Fort mayor suddenly resigns from office, mayor pro tem appointed acting mayor “I enjoyed my time being the mayor but now look forward to new opportunities. I love Old Fort and am excited to see the town continuing to grow."
McDowell County Emergency Services Director Will Kehler to retire “Will’s leadership has left a lasting impact on our organization and our community in ways that will continue for generations."
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.
McDowell County man charged with abuse of child, adults with special needs An 11-year-old girl, an adult man and adult woman (both with special needs) were living at the home without running water or indoor plumbing, …
Marion man charged with murder Wednesday in 2024 death of 3-month-old daughter During an investigation that spanned a year and six months, investigators conducted interviews and awaited medical records, the release said.
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