Alert Top Story Marion is Small Town of the Year for 2018 By MIKE CONLEY Nov 16, 2018 Nov 16, 2018 Updated Mar 19, 2019 0 Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save By MIKE CONLEY Marion’s growth and vitality has earned it the Small Town of the Year Award for 2018 from the N.C. 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Highway patrol: Juvenile killed in McDowell County wreck while driving electric bike The driver of an electric bike was declared dead at the scene, according to highway patrol.
One person critically injured in Sunday crash involving bicycle in McDowell County Upon arrival, crews found one patient with critical injuries. Paramedics took the person to Mission Hospital McDowell.
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.
‘No kings’ rally in downtown Marion draws more than 275 people, organizers say “Folks are paying attention, and they’re ready to head to the polls in the midterms and vote for leadership that respects all Americans.”
Marion woman charged with starting wildfire in northern McDowell County As of Tuesday morning, the fire is 185 acres in size and 20% contained.
