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Education

App State to invest $500K at Hickory campus for nursing lab, Doctor of Nursing Practice program

App State to invest $500K at Hickory campus for nursing lab, Doctor of Nursing Practice program

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“The modern nursing simulation space at the Hickory campus will enable App State to offer advanced clinical training opportunities and help support the region’s workforce needs." 

5 people incarcerated in Catawba County graduated with skills for a new career after their release

5 people incarcerated in Catawba County graduated with skills for a new career after their release

  • Billy Chapman

“This program is what we’re trying to do: an opportunity for all of the people in our care to go from an educational program to a work opportunity.”

Rural schools hit by Trump's grant cuts have few options for making up for the lost money

Rural schools hit by Trump's grant cuts have few options for making up for the lost money

  • ANNIE MA Associated Press

Many rural school districts around the United States are having a hard time making up for federal grant money that's been cut by the Trump administration.

Vanguard Furniture Chairman John Bray tells incarcerated graduates they will have jobs in the furniture industry

Vanguard Furniture Chairman John Bray tells incarcerated graduates they will have jobs in the furniture industry

    N.C. Gov. Josh Stein praises Catawba Valley Furniture Academy incarcerated graduates

    N.C. Gov. Josh Stein praises Catawba Valley Furniture Academy incarcerated graduates

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    Furniture manufacturer in Claremont to add 45 jobs, invest $9 million in new facility

    Furniture manufacturer in Claremont to add 45 jobs, invest $9 million in new facility

    • Staff reports

    “North Carolina is the furniture capital of the world, and Coley Home’s expansion reinforces that truth,” N.C. Gov. Josh Stein said. 

    Never say never: 90-year-old Winston-Salem neurosurgeon finally receives UNC diploma

    Never say never: 90-year-old Winston-Salem neurosurgeon finally receives UNC diploma

    • SCOTT SEXTON STAFF REPORTER

    "I'm indebted to Carolina's medical school," Kelly told UNC. "I learned techniques and teaching that I incorporated in training 48 surgery residents."

    Son fears returning to North Forsyth High after fatal stabbing. Mom resolves to reassure him

    Son fears returning to North Forsyth High after fatal stabbing. Mom resolves to reassure him

      “I wanted to show him that if Mom’s OK to go here, you're OK to go here, and this is a safe place for you to be.” 

      After learning viola two years ago, Northview Middle student was chosen for international music fest

      After learning viola two years ago, Northview Middle student was chosen for international music fest

        Aden Tran has auditioned and been selected for the Western Piedmont Symphony Youth Orchestra and the N.C. Music Educators Association’s Junior Western Regional All-State Honors Orchestra.

        One student dead after altercation at a Forsyth County North Carolina high school

        One student dead after altercation at a Forsyth County North Carolina high school

          The school will be closed on Wednesday.

          2 members of this NC school board said things went 'downhill' after prayer removed from meeting

          2 members of this NC school board said things went 'downhill' after prayer removed from meeting

            Susan Miller told radio host that she will fight to get prayer back into school board meetings.

            Student loan repayment program to strengthen mental health, substance use, I/DD and TBI workforce

            Student loan repayment program to strengthen mental health, substance use, I/DD and TBI workforce

              “We have significant workforce shortages and access challenges in mental health,” said NC Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai.

              MacKenzie Scott gives $50 million to Winston-Salem State University

              MacKenzie Scott gives $50 million to Winston-Salem State University

                The latest contribution tops Scott’s previous record-setting $30 million donation to the 133-year-old university in 2020.

                LR University president talks about being first woman president, plans for campus and pinball

                LR University president talks about being first woman president, plans for campus and pinball

                  "We are going to make sure that we tell our story to the world about what a great place Lenoir-Rhyne is."

                  Local News

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for March 23

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for March 23

                  Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for March 22

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for March 22

                  Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for March 21

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for March 21

                  Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                  Could a Rotary Club form in Old Fort? Interest meeting to be held in April

                  Could a Rotary Club form in Old Fort? Interest meeting to be held in April

                   “We want to see what Old Fort can do when we bring our collective skills and passions to the table.”

                  State & Regional

                  Gap closes in US Senate race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley, new poll finds

                  Gap closes in US Senate race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley, new poll finds

                  The gap is much narrower than earlier polls, which had former Gov. Cooper ahead of Whatley, former chairman of the Republican National Committee, by double digits.

                  App State to invest $500K at Hickory campus for nursing lab, Doctor of Nursing Practice program

                  App State to invest $500K at Hickory campus for nursing lab, Doctor of Nursing Practice program

                  “The modern nursing simulation space at the Hickory campus will enable App State to offer advanced clinical training opportunities and help support the region’s workforce needs." 

                  See the complete poll for Cooper-Whatley Senate race, other contests in NC

                  See the complete poll for Cooper-Whatley Senate race, other contests in NC

                  Click on the poll.

                  North Lincoln wins NC high school basketball title, despite forfeiting 17 games

                  North Lincoln wins NC high school basketball title, despite forfeiting 17 games

                  Following a rollercoaster year during which North Lincoln’s playoff hopes were in jeopardy only a month ago, the Knights’ season ended Saturday with a court storm and the hoisting of its first state championship trophy. North Lincoln, seeded 23rd, outlasted previously undefeated Southeast Alamance, 59-56, on Saturday afternoon in the NCHSAA Class 5A final at Lawrence Joel Veterans Coliseum, ...

                  Nation & World

                  Terry Savage: Who is watching the MEGO numbers?

                  Terry Savage: Who is watching the MEGO numbers?

                  I call them MEGO numbers. That stands for My Eyes Glaze Over. For example, the U.S. National Debt now stands at more than $39 TRILLION.

                  Average Cost of Gas per Month

                  The average American household spends around $201 per month on gas for their vehicle, which is about 2% of their monthly income, according to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The amount you pay will vary based on things like the type of car you drive, how many miles you drive, and your location. For instance, gas prices on the West Coast tend to be higher than prices in the South and Midwest.

                  Women farmworkers who built their own fight against sexual assault cope with Chavez allegations

                  Women farmworkers who built their own fight against sexual assault cope with Chavez allegations

                  The allegations show that the culture of fear and intimidation that enables sexual abuse in agricultural fields had also existed within top ranks of the male-dominated labor movement.

                  Trump touted bigger tax refunds this year, but Americans will likely spend them on gas

                  Trump touted bigger tax refunds this year, but Americans will likely spend them on gas

                  Spiking gas prices in the U.S. are on track to eat up tax refunds this year, leaving most Americans with little extra to spend.

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                  Old Fort mayor suddenly resigns from office, mayor pro tem appointed acting mayor

                  Old Fort mayor suddenly resigns from office, mayor pro tem appointed acting mayor

                  Marion to replace bridge to lift station with $1.4 million grant from state

                  Marion to replace bridge to lift station with $1.4 million grant from state

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for March 23

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for March 23

                  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

                  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

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                  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

                  Man found dead along Interstate 40 in Burke County; Medical examiner notified

                  Man found dead along Interstate 40 in Burke County; Medical examiner notified

                  The person has not been publicly identified as of 2 p.m.

                  Lenoir woman accused of scratching Telsa Cybertruck using board with nails; see video here

                  Lenoir woman accused of scratching Telsa Cybertruck using board with nails; see video here

                  “It doesn't do anything good for anybody involved."

                  Marion man charged with assaulting woman and sheriff's lieutenant

                  Marion man charged with assaulting woman and sheriff's lieutenant

                  An arrest warrant said the lieutenant had a cut to the head that required stitches. 

                  Family sues former Lenoir day care worker charged in death of 16-month-old child

                  Family sues former Lenoir day care worker charged in death of 16-month-old child

                  The lawsuit claims the worker held the child face down on a sleeping mat with a blanket over her head. 

                  Politics

                  Old Fort mayor suddenly resigns from office, mayor pro tem appointed acting mayor

                  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

                  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.

                  NC Gov. Stein kicks off rural listening tour in McDowell County, visits Marion business

                  NC Gov. Stein kicks off rural listening tour in McDowell County, visits Marion business

                  "I’m grateful to hear directly from some of our rural residents about how we can work together on the issues affecting their daily lives.”

                  See photos, video of HUD secretary, U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards visit to McDowell County

                  See photos, video of HUD secretary, U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards visit to McDowell County

                  On March 12, the secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards and the CEO of Givens Communities all came to Marion Thursday to discuss plans to convert the old Clinchfield Mill into affordable apartments for older adults.

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