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Sheriff's office warns of phone scam targeting Cumberland County residents
The Sheriff's Office is warning the public of a phone scam targeting Cumberland County residents. The sheriff's office said citizens are receiving phone calls from callers impersonating law enforcement officers claiming to be Sergeant Hamlett. The caller says they have legal papers and must call back immediately. When calling the number back the impersonator has the voicemail set up to reflect the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office. The number calling citizens is 910-479-5277.
First Meeting held in the renovated Catawba Space at the Hickory Metro Convention Center
It’s official, the first meeting took place in part of the renovated Catawba meeting rooms at the Hickory Metro Convention Center on July 17, 2024. About 100 local officials and business leaders attended the Economic Development Corporation of Catawba County Annual Meeting in this newly renovated and fresh space. The renovation includes lower ceilings, new carpet, and paint, new lighting and audio, along with a chic color scheme and design.
Severe Thunderstorms and Flash Flood Alerts Issued for Charlotte Amidst Heavy Rainfall
Residents in Charlotte and surrounding areas should be bracing to keep their umbrellas at the ready and flood plans in place, as the forecast promises a deluge of showers and thunderstorms rolling through the week. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a clear warning: expect plenty of lightning and potential flash flooding as stormy weather takes center stage.
Greensboro community remembers three teens killed in crash
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The Greensboro community is heartbroken over the loss of three teenagers who just graduated eighth grade. “I thought that was some of the most ridiculous news I have ever heard in my life to die like that at that age,” said Latashia Barnes-Smith who works at Hairston Middle School. Kenyan Saxton and […]
Police: Cyclist dead after apparent hit-and-run on Swannanoa River Road in Asheville
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — UPDATE: Police confirm they have identified and found the box truck. The Asheville Police Department confirms a male cyclist is dead following a hit-and-run wreck along Swannanoa River Road near the intersection with South Tunnel Road on Thursday, July 18. Investigators have closed off about...
Deputies look for missing Robeson County man
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) — Robeson County authorities have asked for the public’s help finding a missing man. Temmi Thomas was last seen in the area of Conatser Drive in Parkton, the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office said. He is 5-foot-8 and weighs 145 pounds. He has brown eyes and is bald. Anyone with information is […]
Hickory’s Lightning Bug Boogie 5K Trail Run, August 16
This course will consist of some portions of paved trail, as well as off-road trails that include hills, descents, tight turns, roots, rocks, and other trail-type features. All participants will be required to have a light in the form of a headlamp or flashlight. Early registration is $15 until...
North Carolina Man Arrested for Armed Incident at Tennessee Rest Stop
Cookeville, TN – Gregory James Daniel of Franklin, North Carolina, was arrested following a dangerous incident at a Tennessee rest stop early Sunday morning. On July 14, Gregory James Daniel,…
Gwinnett County Man Detained On Statutory Rape Charges
On July 3, the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office apprehended a man for reportedly bringing a 14-year-old girl from North Carolina to Georgia. On July 3, the United States Marshals reached out to the Sheriff’s Office Trafficking and Child Exploitation and Gang Units for assistance in locating the missing girl.
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