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Albemarle Police Reports – July 9, 2024
Albemarle Police reports: • Burton, Franklin Lamar (B M, 32) Arrest on chrg of Assault On Female (M), at 1011 Nc 24-27 Bypass W/coble Av, Albemarle, on 07/09/2024. • Turner, Brandon Lee (W M, 26) Arrest on chrg of First Deg Tresp Enter/remain, M (M), at 300 S First St, Albemarle, on 07/09/2024. • Talbert, […] The post Albemarle Police Reports – July 9, 2024 appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Municipal filing continues for local offices
After the third day of filing on Tuesday for municipal office, the following people had filed: • Albemarle: Ronnie Michael, mayor; Martha Sue Hall, council at-large; Bill Aldridge, council District 3; Dexter Townsend, council District 1. • Badin: W. Demar Hutley, Gary Rife, both council at-large. • Locust: Jeff Claiborne, council. • Misenheimer: Jamie Hammill, council. • […] The post Municipal filing continues for local offices appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Oakboro Fairgrounds to host Back To School Festival
An upcoming event in Oakboro will provide local students with school supplies, food and fun. The PoppBelly SoulFood Back To School Festival has been scheduled for July 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Oakboro Fairgrounds. School supplies such as backpacks, pencils, composition books and more will be available for students ages kindergarten […] The post Oakboro Fairgrounds to host Back To School Festival appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Food: The benefits of organic agriculture
Metro Creative Connection Modern consumers have more choices than ever before. Whether they’re buying appliances, books, clothing, or any of the myriad necessities of daily life, consumers have a wealth of products to choose from. An abundance of options also is available at the grocery store. That’s especially true in the produce aisle, where many […] The post Food: The benefits of organic agriculture appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Church to host Hatley Family
Silver Road Baptist Church of Oakboro will have a gospel singing at 7 p.m. July 21 featuring The Hatley Family. Pastor Gene Hopkins invites the public to attend. The post Church to host Hatley Family appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Anson County bridge to be replaced
An Anson County bridge will soon be upgraded, thanks to a $5.4 million contract the N.C. Department of Transportation recently awarded to Anson Contractors, Inc. The bridge on U.S. 52 over S. Fork Jones Creek will be replaced, starting as soon as this fall. Crews will build a temporary bridge and alignment while building the […] The post Anson County bridge to be replaced appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Norwood planning, zoning officer arrested for stalking, littering
A training session at Norwood Town Hall Monday night resulted in the arrest of the town’s planning and zoning officer. Michael Sandy, who spent nearly 20 years as the planning and zoning director for Stanly County, has served for many years in the same capacity with several Stanly municipalities, including contract work for Red Cross […] The post Norwood planning, zoning officer arrested for stalking, littering appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Two South softball players named to NFCA All-Region team
The National Fastpitch Coaches Association recently released its selections for All-Region teams for the 2023-24 high school softball season. Two Stanly players, Mary-Ryne Hinson and Cassidy Smith, were nominated to the Region VII First Team which covers North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Florida and Tennessee. Hinson, who played second base for South Stanly, finished this […] The post Two South softball players named to NFCA All-Region team appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Albemarle Police Reports – July 7-8, 2024
Albemarle Police reports: • Widenhouse, Morgan Isabella (W F, 21) Arrest on chrg of Driving While Impaired (M), at 1702 Us 52 North, Albemarle, on 07/07/2024. • Efird, Holli Ann (W F, 26) Arrest on chrg of Simple Assault (M), at 1138 Montgomery Av, Albemarle, on 07/07/2024. Helms, Danny Lynn (W M, 55) Arrest on […] The post Albemarle Police Reports – July 7-8, 2024 appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly commissioners designate nearly 4,000 land parcels as rural preservation areas
Nearly 4,000 parcels of land in Stanly County are now in the rural preservation area of the county land plan after a 6-1 decision by county commissioners at Monday’s meeting. A public hearing lasted close to two hours Monday night, with many citizens speaking for and against the proposed amendment. Many of those speaking for […] The post Stanly commissioners designate nearly 4,000 land parcels as rural preservation areas appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
ELECTION 2024: Office filing continued on Monday
After the second day of filing on Monday for municipal office, the following people had filed: • Albemarle: Ronnie Michael, mayor; Martha Sue Hall, council at-large; Bill Aldridge, council District 3. • Badin: W. Demar Hutley, Gary Rife, both council at-large. • Misenheimer: Jamie Hammill, council. • New London: Bill Peak, Richard Kimmer, both commissioner at-large. […] The post ELECTION 2024: Office filing continued on Monday appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
HARRISTOWN NEWS: Back to school events planned
Whew! This heatwave is no joke. Please stay hydrated, check on the elderly, and take care of your pets. Enjoy your time outside, just be careful. Community News Hard to believe children will soon be returning to school. There are a couple of back to school events already scheduled. Brothers 4 Life will host its […] The post HARRISTOWN NEWS: Back to school events planned appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Food: The health benefits of quinoa
Metro Creative Connection Whole grains are vital components of a healthy diet. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, whole grains provide a host of nutritious benefits, including some that were discovered only recently. The AND notes that whole grains were long seen as rich in fiber, which promotes healthy digestion and heart health. […] The post Food: The health benefits of quinoa appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
West Stanly student named VFW Cadet of the Year
A cadet with the JROTC at West Stanly High School has had a busy month. James Whitley, a rising junior, was recently named the JROTC Cadet of the Year for North Carolina. WSHS JROTC Chief Ritchie Stiller submitted an application for the Local VFW Cadet of the Year for Whitley to the James Lowder VFW Post […] The post West Stanly student named VFW Cadet of the Year appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
¡Bravo! Mexican Grill receives warm welcome in Norwood
By Lindsey Powell, for the SNAP ¡Bravo! Mexican Grill in Norwood recently celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its six-month anniversary. The restaurant opened early this year and is situated by Lake Tillery, serving a blend of Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican cuisine. Co-owner and manager Mario Bravo has more than 23 years of industry expertise alongside […] The post ¡Bravo! Mexican Grill receives warm welcome in Norwood appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly County Sheriff’s Reports – July 3-7, 2024
Stanly County Sheriff’s Office reports the following: • Walls, Terrez Denard (B /M/31) Arrest on chrg of Felony Larceny (F), at 126 South 3rd St, Albemarle, NC, on 7/3/2024. • Mischler, Craig Robert (W /M/41) Arrest on chrg of 1) Misdemeanor Larceny (M), 2) Misdemeanor Larceny (M), and 3) Misdemeanor Conspiracy (M), at 126 South […] The post Stanly County Sheriff’s Reports – July 3-7, 2024 appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Red Cross pleads for blood, platelet donations
This July, the American Red Cross continues to stress that blood and platelet donors are critically needed right now to support lifesaving transfusions this summer. Donors of all blood types are in demand, especially those with type O blood and donors giving platelets. Every donation counts in the mission to keep blood products stocked for […] The post Red Cross pleads for blood, platelet donations appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Albemarle Police Reports – July 5-6, 2024
Albemarle Police reports: • Huneycutt, Emily Renae (W F, 42) Arrest on chrg of Misdemeanor Larceny, M (M), at 781 Leonard Av, Albemarle, on 07/05/2024. • Gleaton, Natalie Wood (B F, 51) Arrest on chrg of Misdemeanor Larceny, M (M), at 781 Leonard Av, Albemarle, on 07/05/2024. • Boiro, Oumou (B F, 34) Arrest on chrg […] The post Albemarle Police Reports – July 5-6, 2024 appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
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