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Mission Hospital McDowell celebrates EMS Week with appreciation luncheon

Mission Hospital McDowell celebrates EMS Week with appreciation luncheon

  • Mike Conley

Hospital leaders expressed gratitude for the strong partnership between Mission Hospital McDowell and McDowell County EMS and other EMS partners.

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."

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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

  • RICHARD CRAVER Winston-Salem Journal

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

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

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

  • RICHARD CRAVER Winston-Salem Journal

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

Mission Hospital McDowell recognizes 3 nurses for National Nurses Week

Mission Hospital McDowell recognizes 3 nurses for National Nurses Week

  • Mike Conley

“Our nurses are the backbone of the care we provide,” said Lee Higginbotham, CEO of Mission Hospital McDowell. 

Time is running out as the Bills home since 1973 gets closer to a methodical demolition

Time is running out as the Bills home since 1973 gets closer to a methodical demolition

    Power was officially turned off to the current Highmark Stadium on Friday. It is considered the start of the stadium’s mass demolition and is a significant milestone for the project as the new stadium nears completion.

    4 things to know about Duke Energy's requested rate increase, plan for money

    4 things to know about Duke Energy's requested rate increase, plan for money

      Here's four key factors of Duke Energy's request to increase prices for electricity and $8.3 billion investment plan.

      McDowell Chamber of Commerce holds annual gala, awarding top businesses, leaders

      McDowell Chamber of Commerce holds annual gala, awarding top businesses, leaders

        "We are incredibly grateful to everyone who helped bring this evening to life — our board, our team, our partners and every single person who attended and celebrated alongside us."

        Krispy Kreme top executive's compensation jumps 47% in 2025

        Krispy Kreme top executive's compensation jumps 47% in 2025

          The sharpest difference in year-over-year total compensation for Krispy Kreme president and chief executive Joshua Charlesworth was $2.12 million in stock awards during fiscal 2025, compared with $1 million in fiscal 2024.

          Duke Energy representative talks about request to increase price rates

          Duke Energy representative talks about request to increase price rates

            Duke Energy District Manager Robin Nicholson spoke briefly about the need to update Duke Energy's infrastructure due to growing population and business development. Nicholson represents the district servicing Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Lincoln and McDowell counties.

            Libreria Bookstore opened in Newton in April. “It’s a passion project, but it’s also just fun."

            Libreria Bookstore opened in Newton in April. “It’s a passion project, but it’s also just fun."

              “Owning a bookstore, it’s not going to make us rich, but it’s going to give us the life that we want, to be talking about books with people everyday." 

              Club Cabaret in Hickory closing, last drag show April 29. "It's been an amazing ride."

              Club Cabaret in Hickory closing, last drag show April 29. "It's been an amazing ride."

                “I’ve been very lucky," the owner said.

                Mission Hospital McDowell’s Emergency Services recognized nationally as Unit of Distinction

                Mission Hospital McDowell’s Emergency Services recognized nationally as Unit of Distinction

                “This award validates the tireless effort our nurses put into every shift to ensure our community receives high-quality, patient-centered care."

                GOAT Collaborative’s at Resilience Ranch in Marion aims to support farms, environment, community

                GOAT Collaborative’s at Resilience Ranch in Marion aims to support farms, environment, community

                “We support local nonprofits working in food sustainability, environmental conservation, water resilience, agriculture, poverty alleviation and community well-being,” reads a statement from the GOAT Collaborative.

                See drone photos, video of freight train coming through Old Fort for first time since hurricane

                See drone photos, video of freight train coming through Old Fort for first time since hurricane

                Eighteen months after Hurricane Helene tore up the railroad between Old Fort and Black Mountain, a Norfolk Southern freight train once again rolled through McDowell County and made its way through the historic Old Fort Loops as it headed west up the mountain on April 18. 

                Triad lands World Cup teams after UNC Greensboro field upgrade draws FIFA interest

                Triad lands World Cup teams after UNC Greensboro field upgrade draws FIFA interest

                UNCG athletics director Brian Mackin said, "We put together a competing bid to give FIFA and scrambled to put together partnerships."

                NC kills tax incentives for 2 companies, extends timeline for 1

                NC kills tax incentives for 2 companies, extends timeline for 1

                North Carolina ended job creation incentives Tuesday for two companies and gave another company additional time to meet its incentive goals. 

                Bricks & Minifigs aims to be community store for buying, selling and building Legos in Hickory

                Bricks & Minifigs aims to be community store for buying, selling and building Legos in Hickory

                Bricks & Minifigs will open Saturday at 10 a.m. in Hickory. 

                Caldwell County furniture maker enjoys a challenge, the ability to do "a lot of crazy stuff"

                Caldwell County furniture maker enjoys a challenge, the ability to do "a lot of crazy stuff"

                “We do all this crazy stuff because we want people to realize what all we can do,” Landrum said. “The possibilities are really limitless."

                March Madness provides wagering boost, but no monthly record

                March Madness provides wagering boost, but no monthly record

                The state Lottery Commission reported Wednesday total wagering revenue was $726.17 million during March. That was up 6% from March 2025, but 10.8% below than the monthly record of just under $814 million in November.

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                McDowell High volunteer of 20 years organizes front office, fire drills. Now he's an honorary fire marshal.

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                From the Archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 2002

                From the Archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 2002

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 26

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 26

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                Affiliate. Learn how to buy WLFI Token in this step by step guide for beginners. 

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                Novant goes west: Healthcare system gains NC regulatory approval for Asheville community hospital

                Novant goes west: Healthcare system gains NC regulatory approval for Asheville community hospital

                “We’ve been steadfast in our commitment to bring that same model to western North Carolina," Novant president and chief executive Carl Armato said. "We’re proud to bring that vision to life through Novant Health Asheville Medical Center and our growing specialty care network."

                Stagnant hiring keeps NC unemployment rate unchanged in January

                Stagnant hiring keeps NC unemployment rate unchanged in January

                For January, the state Commerce Department reported an overall decrease of 3,398 in its labor force from December, representing a net loss of 3,494 jobs and 96 more individuals listed as newly unemployed and looking for work.

                Payne Jones walks through areas of the Bricks & Minifigs store in Hickory

                Payne Jones walks through areas of the Bricks & Minifigs store in Hickory

                Advocates question what gets credit for historic low 9.9% US adult smoking rate

                Advocates question what gets credit for historic low 9.9% US adult smoking rate

                A 9.9% adult smoking rate, announced in March by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, represents a monumental accomplishment given the all-time high of a 42.5% smoking rate in 1965.

                McDowell County native started mowing lawns at 15. 5 years later, he has a business, employees

                McDowell County native started mowing lawns at 15. 5 years later, he has a business, employees

                “I joked and told people that I would not be doing this for a long time but as we have grown, I realized that I want to do this for the long run and pursue this as my business,” he said.

                Triad leaders discuss impact of hosting national men's soccer teams for World Cup; see the photos

                Triad leaders discuss impact of hosting national men's soccer teams for World Cup; see the photos

                The Piedmont Triad Partnership hosted a panel discussion on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at High Point University’s Qubein Arena and Conference Center in High Point. The panelists discussed the economic opportunity and impact of the Triad (Winston-Salem, Greensboro, High Point) hosting the German…

                Art gallery in Old Fort champions western North Carolina art

                Art gallery in Old Fort champions western North Carolina art

                "We believe in illuminating the profound richness of their work, striving always to make the experience of sharing and creating art accessible for everyone.”

                This new spot in Marion is offering locally grown food and beer, run by farmers and a brewer

                This new spot in Marion is offering locally grown food and beer, run by farmers and a brewer

                “We are a market that is focused on showcasing local goods and vegetables and in the process of getting a brewery up and running."

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