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Former Salisbury resident publishes book
SALISBURY — Former Salisburian Richard “Gene” Dukes recently published a book. Bio of “The Forgotten Son” is now available on Amazon. The book takes place during and after the Vietnam War era, a time of successes and failures. According to the summary on Amazon, “Hugh Thornwell went through that struggle in Vietnam, and although not […] The post Former Salisbury resident publishes book appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Jackets open cross-country season running away with North Carolina race (Aug. 24 Roundup)
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. – The Fort Mill cross country team hasn’t missed a step since last season proving so by winning their season opener at the WNC Cross-Country Carnival. Both the boys’ and girls’ teams won the championship flight on Saturday, Aug. 24 at Jackson Park in Hendersonville, N.C. There were 27 different teams participating in the event.
Two Hurt in Monona County Crash
(Monona County) Two people suffered injuries in a two-vehicle accident on Interstate 29. The Iowa State Patrol says the accident happened at 7:31 a.m. on Saturday on southbound Interstate 80 in Monona County. The victims are identified as 49-year-old Juan Cardenas Chavez of Denison and 64-year-old Theodore Armstrong of Belmont, North Carolina.
New city manager to greet Albemarle residents
The community is invited to meet Albemarle City Manager Todd Clark, on Wednesday. A drop-in event will be from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at City Hall in the Ray Allen Room. All members of the community are welcome to say hello, ask questions and learn more about Clark’s vision for Albemarle’s future. Clark was […] The post New city manager to greet Albemarle residents appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Voter registration forms found scattered in Raleigh, spark security concerns
Trenice Wright pulled into the driveway of her job Friday afternoon in Raleigh and saw dozens of white forms on the ground.She took a closer look; they were all voter registration forms."I felt bad because...one, people's information is on there. Their addresses are on there," Wright said. "Then, they're assuming that they're registered to vote."Most of the ones Eyewitness News saw were blank. However, there were three completed.According to the Board of Elections website, one was invalid and the other two were registered voters. ABC11 was able to contact one of the voters, who did not want to reveal her...
Albemarle Police Reports – Aug. 23, 2024
Albemarle Police reports: • Wiley, Keith Leroy (B M, 57) Arrest on chrg of Driving While Impaired (M), at 1003 Henry Jay St, Ablemarle, on 08/23/2024. • Davis, Shonta Shermaine (B F, 34) Arrest on chrg of Fta – Release Order (M), at 133 W South St, Albemarle, on 08/23/2024. • Davis, Shonta Shermaine (B F, […] The post Albemarle Police Reports – Aug. 23, 2024 appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
No. 5 Seventy-First escapes upset, downs Richmond in season opener
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Seventy-First and Richmond started off 2024 with everything a high school opener could ask for. Big plays? Check. Lead changes just seconds apart? Check. The lights going out just before a big moment in the fourth quarter? Also check. When both teams left the field, there...
Mt. Ulla dairy producer awarded top honors in state, regional competitions
BOONE — A Mt. Ulla dairy farm took home top honors for its chocolate milk and tied for first in white milk during a recent regional dairy competition. Lutheridge Jersey Dairy Farm claimed the title for best-unhomogenized chocolate milk in the Got to Be NC Competition while tying for first place with Cheek Farmstead Creamery […] The post Mt. Ulla dairy producer awarded top honors in state, regional competitions appeared first on Salisbury Post.
Near upset bid by Raiders in opener shows early signs of promise
FAYETTEVILLE — Any doubts cast that Richmond Raider football won’t be a viable threat this season were dashed Friday during the team’s season opener. Kicking off a new era of football, that was Brad Denson’s message to the team following his head coaching debut that saw the Raiders go down to the wire with one of the best teams in the state.
Museum of the Albemarle: Craft a keepsake at museum's upcoming basketry workshop
Museum of the Albemarle is coming up on the one-year anniversary of the opening of “Crafted from Wood,” a museum exhibit celebrating the individuals and organizations tirelessly working to acquire, create, restore and save wooden furnishings and structures, turning them into the rich treasures they are. Today, housewrights and master carpenters hone their restoration skills helping preserve homes, churches and other structures. Regional cabinetmakers offer workshops and classes that allow participants to use traditional techniques and tools from centuries ago. Businesses teach carpentry and cabinetmaker...
Shelby tops Kings Mountain 32-16 in Football Friday Night Universal Windows Direct Game of the Week
SHELBY, N.C. (WBTV) - In a heavyweight showdown of Cleveland County powerhouses, the Shelby Golden Lions came out on top over the Kings Mountain Mountaineers with a 32-16 win at George Blanton Memorial Stadium. Entering tonight’s game, Kings Mountain had won four of the last five meetings between the two...
Site of shuttered Wizard of Oz theme park that’s been closed since 1980 to host festival for film’s 85th anniversary
IF you happen to have a pair of ruby slippers lying around, it’s time to put them on and head to the Emerald City – or Land of Oz. Though the theme park has been closed since 1980, the site hosts an annual festival and this year they’ll be celebrating the 85th anniversary of the […]
HBCU gets another eight-figure donation from anonymous donor
Last month, it received an unprecedented $10 million donation, the largest in the institution's history, and its latest anonymous donation nearly matches that total. The post HBCU gets another eight-figure donation from anonymous donor appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Blowing Rock Designated an Outdoor NC Trail Town; One of 15 Featured Destinations
The Blowing Rock Tourism Development Authority (TDA) is thrilled to announce Blowing Rock’s designation as an Outdoor NC Trail Town. The newly launched Outdoor NC Trail Town Guide celebrates towns across the state who are dedicated to preserving the natural beauty and cultural heritage of their destination while fostering a strong sense of place. This pilot edition features 15 destinations and includes a variety of activities – walking, hiking, biking, cycling, paddling, horseback riding and driving – to welcome enthusiasts of all abilities.
'Bizarre-looking' creature getting a helping hand from North Carolina conservationists
BOONE, N.C. - A little-known marine animal that spends much of its time under rocks is getting a helping hand from conservationists in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The hellbender is a large, aquatic salamander that favors clean, cool water, but its population has been in significant decline since the 1970s.
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