If an increase in McDowell County's sales tax is approved, it could bring in $1.5 million for the county.
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With just 25 days until absentee ballots are mailed out to voters, Republicans have selected a candidate to replace incumbent western North Carolina Congressman Chuck Edwards
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“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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“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."
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Recently, the N.C. Interpreter Advocacy Committee called for certified court interpreters not to accept assignments for their services throughout North Carolina, starting July 31.
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ASHEVILLE — Just hours after embattled U.S. Rep.
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“After much prayer, thoughtful reflection and many conversations with my family, I have made the difficult decision to withdraw from my reelection campaign."
"I will always be grateful to the people of McDowell County and to everyone who believed in me."
“This funding provides an essential opportunity for the city to recover from damage caused by Hurricane Helene and prepare for future disasters."
The untreated wastewater spilled into an unnamed tributary of Young’s Fork Creek in the Catawba River Basin.
Claims in Attorney General Jeff Jackson's lawsuit against HCA Healthcare, alleging it violated its 2019 asset purchase agreement of Mission Health, can proceed to a trial.
"State Board staff are available to advise anyone who wishes to send voter registration mailings so that we can minimize potential issues.”
The N.C. Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting for the proposed project from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday.
A town meeting brought new ideas to light for the property.
Since April 2024, the McDowell Department of Social Services has screened 21 reports involving teen suicide attempts.
Rep. Chuck Edwards hired a Washington-based attorney to represent him on allegations that he sexually harassed female staffers.
The commissioners congratulated Sheriff Ricky Buchanan on his retirement and thanked him for his decades of service to McDowell County.
“That means the board of elections, locally, will have a lot of work to do ..."
The potential safety measures for motorists included more street lighting, all-way stops, roundabouts, wider shoulders, traffic signal improvements and access management.
Trump’s remaking of the Rose Garden continues with sculptures lining one side of the paved-over garden, facing the Oval Office.
These one-time appropriations, also called “pork” or “earmarks,” will fund everything from sewer upgrades to university buildings to controversial crisis pregnancy centers.
"Let's address that problem. Let's get the qualified professionals in here, then we can help more people on their path to recovery.”
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The City of Statesville proclaims Aug. 2-8, 2026, as National Health Center Week, recognizing community health centers and Kinegra Health for vital care.
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Bristol Virginia Public Schools will provide free breakfast and lunch to all enrolled students in 2026–2027 through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
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Final waterline tie-in on Carolina Avenue near the DMV will close one lane Aug. 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; motorists should expect delays and use caution.
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The inaugural Statesville Heritage Festival at Statesville Event Center featured performances, cultural presentations and community activities celebrating local heritage.
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During a visit to Brought hospital in Morganton, N.C. Gov. Josh Stein spoke about how a need for more healthcare workers and accessibility to behavior health care impact public safety.
Gov. Josh Stein met with pre-apprentices working at Broughton Hospital as part of the N.C. Step Initiative.
The bill eliminates off-street parking minimums, regulations requiring developers to build a fixed number of parking spaces regardless of market demand.
Edwards said stepping away from restaurant ownership would leave the couple more time for his congressional duties in western North Carolina.
"This purchase represents an important step in the town's continued recovery and long-term investment in serving the citizens of Old Fort."
The McDowell County Board of Commissioners will recognize Sheriff Ricky Buchanan upon his pending retirement.
The General Assembly estimates this will save the state $21.4 million in the upcoming fiscal year, which began Wednesday.
Republican state lawmakers could award $5 million in no-bid contracts to use AI for the purpose of providing tutoring support to students.