Featured Spotlight McDowell Express expanding on-demand app-based transit to Old Fort Mike Conley May 2, 2026 May 2, 2026 Updated Jun 8, 2026 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save McDowell County Transit is expanding its on-demand microtransit service, McDowell Express, to include the town of Old Fort beginning Friday, May 15.kAm“%9:D 6IA2?D:@? 3F:=5D @? E96 4@?E:?F65 DF446DD @7 |4s@H6== tIAC6DD[ H9:49 92D AC@G:565 C6D:56?ED H:E9 C6=:23=6[ 7=6I:3=6 EC2?DA@CE2E:@? 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City of Marion reminds water customers: Drought restrictions remain in effect There has been a rapid decline in water levels at the city's raw water intakes, particularly at Clear Creek and Mackey Creek.
How NC’s 11th Congressional District could help shape a national Democratic wave A report published June 17 by The Center For Politics said North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District could be key in determining the size o…
McDowell County bridge temporarily closed for resurfacing An average of 2,800 vehicles cross the bridge every day.
Marion City Council adopts budget. No tax increase, but some water and sewer fees going up The budget calls for a $2 per month increase in the monthly residential garbage fee and a 5% increase in the commercial rates.
Old Fort to see 8-cent property tax increase, 10% increase in water and sewer rates The board voted unanimously to adopt the budget.
