Top Story Spotlight McDowell County hires human services director to oversee departments including social services Mike Conley Nov 19, 2025 Nov 19, 2025 0 Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save On Monday, McDowell County officials announced the hiring of Sarah Brewer as the new human services director.kAmx? E9:D ?6H A@D:E:@?[ qC6H6C H:== @G6CD66 E96 |4s@H6== r@F?EJ s6A2CE>6?E @7 $@4:2= $6CG:46D[ |4s@H6== %C2?D:E[ E96 |4s@H6== $6?:@C r6?E6C 2?5 E96 |4s@H6== r@F?EJ '6E6C2?D $6CG:46D ~77:46C]k^Am Brewer MIKE CONLEY, MCDOWELL NEWS kAm|4s@H6== r@F?EJ 4C62E65 E96 9F>2? 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Marion to replace bridge to lift station with $1.4 million grant from state Since this bridge floods, replacing it is a priority to avoid potential flood damage and add resilience against future natural disasters. McDowell County leaders hear updates, concerns about 2027 property value reappraisal The meeting room was packed with people, many of whom were there to hear about the reappraisal, which started around a year ago and is still underway. Property tax exemptions are available for qualifying property owners in McDowell County “I encourage anyone who believes they may qualify for one of the exemptions to contact the Tax Assessing staff soon." NC House committee supportive of bill to cap local property tax levies “The constitutional amendment will pass because North Carolinians are ready for this. 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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."
Marion to replace bridge to lift station with $1.4 million grant from state Since this bridge floods, replacing it is a priority to avoid potential flood damage and add resilience against future natural disasters.
McDowell County leaders hear updates, concerns about 2027 property value reappraisal The meeting room was packed with people, many of whom were there to hear about the reappraisal, which started around a year ago and is still underway.
Property tax exemptions are available for qualifying property owners in McDowell County “I encourage anyone who believes they may qualify for one of the exemptions to contact the Tax Assessing staff soon."
NC House committee supportive of bill to cap local property tax levies “The constitutional amendment will pass because North Carolinians are ready for this. Property tax bill growth has exceeded inflation in eight…
Iranian military statement mocks US for 'strategic failure', suggests no negotiations over 15-point plan
AP Iranian military statement mocks US for 'strategic failure', suggests no negotiations over 15-point plan
