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Tow truck driver, rescuers unite to save NC donkey that was belly deep in mud

Tow truck driver, rescuers unite to save NC donkey that was belly deep in mud

  • SUSIE C. SPEAR RockinghamNow

"It's the most heartwarming thing that's ever happened to me in my life.''

Macon Winslow's career day leads North Carolina baseball to run-rule victory over Duke

Macon Winslow's career day leads North Carolina baseball to run-rule victory over Duke

  • USA Today Network

Coming off an embarrassing loss on Tuesday, the UNC baseball team need to respond in Sunday's battle against archival Duke.

Former Panthers interim head coach lands gig with Appalachian State

Former Panthers interim head coach lands gig with Appalachian State

  • USA Today Network

Former Carolina Panthers coach Steve Wilks is back in familiar territory.

$2.5M for Helene repairs in Asheville's Biltmore Village. What to know

$2.5M for Helene repairs in Asheville's Biltmore Village. What to know

  • USA Today Network

“This project supports the City’s broader recovery efforts and reflects our commitment to rebuilding Biltmore Village in close partnership with the community."

Reports: NC Rep. Chuck Edwards under investigation for sexual harassment claims

Reports: NC Rep. Chuck Edwards under investigation for sexual harassment claims

  • USA Today Network

The reported investigation comes on the heels of a series of high-profile ethics investigations into Rep. Eric Swalwell, Rep. Tony Gonzales and Rep. Shelia Cherfilus-McCormick. 

Hornets' star LaMelo Ball’s drug prescriptions and text messages to be shared in Charlotte court

Hornets' star LaMelo Ball’s drug prescriptions and text messages to be shared in Charlotte court

  • Julia Coin The Herald (Rock Hill, S.C.)

LaMelo Ball’s prescription drug history and text messages are the latest focus in the civil lawsuit alleging the highest-paid Charlotte Hornets star ran over and broke a child’s foot outside the Spectrum Center. Angell Joseph’s mother filed a lawsuit against Ball and his team, claiming the H…

2 NC resorts named among best in the South, Southern Living says (one’s No. 1)

2 NC resorts named among best in the South, Southern Living says (one’s No. 1)

  • Tanasia Kenney, The Charlotte Observer

If you’re looking for a top-notch resort, look no further than Western North Carolina. Southern Living recently named The Inn on Biltmore Estate in Asheville the No. 1 resort in the South, with another Asheville gem, The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa , coming in close second. The picturesque…

Duke basketball beats out UNC for 5-star recruit Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje

Duke basketball beats out UNC for 5-star recruit Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje

    Duke basketball and head coach Jon Scheyer have landed a commitment from international prospect Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje.

    ‘Looking glass of sorts’ now marks western end of NC’s Mountains-to-Sea Trail

    ‘Looking glass of sorts’ now marks western end of NC’s Mountains-to-Sea Trail

      There’s a monument at the western end of the trail, atop Kuwohi peak in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 

      Panthers pick up QB Bryce Young’s fifth-year option. What does it mean for salary cap?

      Panthers pick up QB Bryce Young’s fifth-year option. What does it mean for salary cap?

        Bryce Young will be under contract with the Carolina Panthers through at least the 2027 season. More than three months after general manager Dan Morgan declared the team would pick up the quarterback’s fifth-year option on his rookie contract, the Panthers officially filed the decision with the NFL on Wednesday. The team announced the move ahead of the Friday deadline to pick up fifth-year ...

        NOAA releases early 2026 summer forecast. How hot will it be in western NC?

        NOAA releases early 2026 summer forecast. How hot will it be in western NC?

          Early summer is coming soon in western North Carolina, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's latest long-range forecasts give us hints at what could be in store this year.

          Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory Immediate Jeopardy status removed; hospital in compliance

          Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory Immediate Jeopardy status removed; hospital in compliance

            Frye created a plan to address issues identified in the state surveyors’ report. The issues were related to documentation of medication administration and isolation precautions.

            Sackler-linked firm succeeds in bid for Ingles board seat

            Sackler-linked firm succeeds in bid for Ingles board seat

              Summer Road LLC, a family office owned by the Sackler family, was successful in its bid to earn a seat on Ingles Markets Board of Directors, according to an April 30 news release on the company's preliminary election results.

              Statewide moratorium on property tax revaluation changes proposed

              Statewide moratorium on property tax revaluation changes proposed

                Sen. Phil Berger, eight weeks after an upset loss in the Republican primary bid for his 14th term, on Tuesday called for a statewide moratorium on all property tax revaluation changes in 2026.

                Local News

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 5

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 5

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 4

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 4

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 3

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for May 3

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                Meet Himdam, Southern Arizona's traveling ocelot

                Meet Himdam, Southern Arizona's traveling ocelot

                This ocelot has been spotted in four different Southern Arizona mountain ranges.

                State & Regional

                Tow truck driver, rescuers unite to save NC donkey that was belly deep in mud

                Tow truck driver, rescuers unite to save NC donkey that was belly deep in mud

                "It's the most heartwarming thing that's ever happened to me in my life.''

                Macon Winslow's career day leads North Carolina baseball to run-rule victory over Duke

                Macon Winslow's career day leads North Carolina baseball to run-rule victory over Duke

                Coming off an embarrassing loss on Tuesday, the UNC baseball team need to respond in Sunday's battle against archival Duke.

                Former Panthers interim head coach lands gig with Appalachian State

                Former Panthers interim head coach lands gig with Appalachian State

                Former Carolina Panthers coach Steve Wilks is back in familiar territory.

                $2.5M for Helene repairs in Asheville's Biltmore Village. What to know

                $2.5M for Helene repairs in Asheville's Biltmore Village. What to know

                “This project supports the City’s broader recovery efforts and reflects our commitment to rebuilding Biltmore Village in close partnership with the community."

                Nation & World

                Trump pauses effort to escort ships in Strait of Hormuz, citing talks progress

                Trump pauses effort to escort ships in Strait of Hormuz, citing talks progress

                The United Arab Emirates said it was under attack from Iranian missiles and drones on Tuesday, even as Washington said a shaky ceasefire was intact.

                How an ocean cruise turned into a hantavirus nightmare

                How an ocean cruise turned into a hantavirus nightmare

                About 150 people remain stuck on the ship, which had been visiting some of the most remote places on Earth. Three people on board have died.

                BioBlitzers catalog wildlife in U.S., Mexico as walls go up along border

                BioBlitzers catalog wildlife in U.S., Mexico as walls go up along border

                As border wall construction accelerates, ecologists are cataloging wildlife on both sides of the international boundary and tracking the movements of rare species like jaguar and ocelot in Southern Arizona.

                How redistricting and the Supreme Court have cut voters out of US House races

                How redistricting and the Supreme Court have cut voters out of US House races

                The lack of competitive races means that control of the U.S. House of Representatives will likely be determined in November's midterm election by fewer than 10% of Americans.

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                Mission Hospital McDowell recognizes 3 nurses for National Nurses Week

                Mission Hospital McDowell recognizes 3 nurses for National Nurses Week

                From our Archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 1973

                From our Archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 1973

                Update: Old Fort man killed in motorcycle crash on I-40 identified

                Update: Old Fort man killed in motorcycle crash on I-40 identified

                Shopping

                How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

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

                Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                Affiliate. Learn how to create and use a Solana wallet, stake SOL, swap tokens, bridge assets, and stay secure with Best Wallet’s multi-chain features.

                Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                Affiliate. Learn what a Web3 wallet is, how to set one up, and how to stay safe while exploring DeFi, NFTs, and new crypto coins with beginner‑friendly apps like Best Wallet.​

                Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                Affiliate. Find out which crypto coins you should watch closely in 2025. 

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                The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

                The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

                Contributor content. The real reason crypto matters for merchants is math. Crypto transactions often cost less than a penny.

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                Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

                Are Starter Homes Becoming a Thing of the Past?

                Provided content. Rising costs, limited supply, and shifting priorities are making starter homes harder to find.

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                Blogging Isn’t Dead: How Niche Writers May Be Earning Six Figures in 2025

                Blogging Isn’t Dead: How Niche Writers May Be Earning Six Figures in 2025

                Affiliate content. Learn why blogging isn’t dead in 2025 and how niche writers are leveraging focused content to build audiences and earn six figures.

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                From Playa to Reality: Hints and Tools for Recovering From Burning Man

                From Playa to Reality: Hints and Tools for Recovering From Burning Man

                Contributor content. This guide offers practical tools to potentially help ease the transition from Black Rock City to daily life. 

                Crime

                Greg Biffle estate faces $30 million wrongful-death lawsuits from plane crash

                Greg Biffle estate faces $30 million wrongful-death lawsuits from plane crash

                NASCAR driver Greg Biffle’s estate has been sued for a combined $30 million by the estates of two others killed in a Dec. 18 plane crash.

                Marion man charged with burglary and kidnapping after woman held against her will in home

                Marion man charged with burglary and kidnapping after woman held against her will in home

                He is charged with felony first-degree burglary and felony second-degree kidnapping.

                Investigators allege friends of NASCAR's Greg Biffle stole from his home after plane crash

                Investigators allege friends of NASCAR's Greg Biffle stole from his home after plane crash

                Search warrants detail the investigation into the theft of $30,000 from Biffle's home after his death.

                McDowell County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing classic car

                McDowell County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing classic car

                It was last seen parked in the owner’s garage off Bethel Church Road on Thursday, April 16.

                Politics

                $2.5M for Helene repairs in Asheville's Biltmore Village. What to know

                $2.5M for Helene repairs in Asheville's Biltmore Village. What to know

                “This project supports the City’s broader recovery efforts and reflects our commitment to rebuilding Biltmore Village in close partnership with the community."

                McDowell Express expanding on-demand app-based transit to Old Fort

                McDowell Express expanding on-demand app-based transit to Old Fort

                “Expanding McDowell Express into Old Fort is an exciting step forward in improving mobility across our county,” said Transit Director Jason Hollifield.

                Reports: NC Rep. Chuck Edwards under investigation for sexual harassment claims

                Reports: NC Rep. Chuck Edwards under investigation for sexual harassment claims

                The reported investigation comes on the heels of a series of high-profile ethics investigations into Rep. Eric Swalwell, Rep. Tony Gonzales and Rep. Shelia Cherfilus-McCormick. 

                'Energy is not a luxury': Duke Energy customers speak on price increase at hearing

                'Energy is not a luxury': Duke Energy customers speak on price increase at hearing

                If approved, Duke Energy would increase residential billing rates by 18% over the next two years.

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