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Student honored at SkillsUSA event
Career and technical students were recognized at the 2024 SkillsUSA Championships, held in Atlanta, on June 26-27. More than 6,000 students competed at the national showcase of career and technical education. The SkillsUSA Championships is the largest skill competition in the world and covers 1.79 million square feet, equivalent to 31 football fields or 41 […] The post Student honored at SkillsUSA event appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Filing for municipal office has started in Stanly County
The first day of filing for municipal office saw many familiar names. Martha Sue Hall filed for reelection as an Albemarle council member at-large. In Badin, incumbent council member at-large W. Demar Hutley filed, as did newcomer Gary Rife. In New London, it was Bill Peak seeking another term on the council as a commissioner […] The post Filing for municipal office has started in Stanly County appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Food: Health benefits of popcorn
Metro Creative Connection Many people will say that no movie marathon is complete without a big bowl of popcorn. Movies and popcorn have been linked for decades, but popcorn is more than just a must-have on movie night. Popcorn lovers may be surprised to learn just how healthy this beloved snack can be. • Popcorn […] The post Food: Health benefits of popcorn appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly County Sheriff’s Reports – July 2, 2024
Stanly County Sheriff’s Office reports the following: • Rowland, Crystal Deanne (W /F/50) Arrest on chrg of 1) Possess Methamphetamine (F), 2) Dwlr Impaired Rev (M), 3) Fict/alt Title/reg Card/tag (t) (M), and 4) No Liability Insurance (M), at 13141 Us 52 Hwy S/cottonville Rd, Norwood, NC, on 7/2/2024. • Napier, Brandi Leigh (W /F/22) Arrest […] The post Stanly County Sheriff’s Reports – July 2, 2024 appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Albemarle Police Reports – July 1-4, 2024
Albemarle Police Department reports the following: • Bramhan, Jameyeka Ja`najma (B F, 32) Arrest on chrg of Simple Assault (M), at 126 S Third St, Albemarle, on 07/01/2024. • Wardell, Adam Lee (W M, 40) Arrest on chrg of Fta – Release Order (M), at 126 S Third St, Albemarle, on 07/01/2024. Moon, Prince Davon (B […] The post Albemarle Police Reports – July 1-4, 2024 appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Community pulls together to help volunteer firefighter injured in wreck
Firefighters and emergency services personnel are often referred to as a brotherhood, and that community is once again coming together to help one of its own. Nick Barringer, 20, was in a head-on collision near the intersection of St. Martin Road and Efird Road shortly after 6 p.m. June 1. Responders from Endy Volunteer Fire […] The post Community pulls together to help volunteer firefighter injured in wreck appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Austin wins historic Miss Stanly Fire Queen competition
Despite temperatures hovering around triple digits, seven contestants along with their friends, families and Oakboro Fourth of July attendees filled the stage area July 4 for the 66th Miss Stanly County Fire Queen Pageant. This year’s pageant was different in that all seven contestants representing Stanly fire departments had never been in a pageant before […] The post Austin wins historic Miss Stanly Fire Queen competition appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Food: Learn to steep tea for ideal flavor
Metro Creative Connection Tea is an ancient beverage enjoyed for millenia. It is derived from the leaves of a plant called camellia sinensis. One theory regarding the origins of tea suggests it was accidentally discovered in China when tea leaves from a wild tree blew into Emperor Shen Nung’s pot of boiling water in 2732 […] The post Food: Learn to steep tea for ideal flavor appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Dombrowski part of River City Players in Oklahoma
A familiar name to Stanly County is acting in Oklahoma this summer. But it is not the musical “Oklahoma!” The River City Players at Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is celebrating its 41st season of performances at the NSU Playhouse with a nostalgic lineup. The 2024 summer series is titled “River City Players: As […] The post Dombrowski part of River City Players in Oklahoma appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Student named to dean’s list
Mica Giles, of New London, was named to the College of Our Lady of the Elms spring 2024 dean’s list. Giles was among more than 430 students named to the list. To qualify, a full-time student must earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher, without incompletes. The post Student named to dean’s list appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Taylor urges North Carolinians to leave fireworks to professionals
The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has launched a public safety campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of fireworks. As part of this campaign, State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor has released a video urging residents to leave the fireworks displays to the professionals to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday for all. […] The post Taylor urges North Carolinians to leave fireworks to professionals appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
STATE: UNC Board of Governors features all-female leadership
From the University of North Carolina System: RALEIGH, N.C. – The University of North Carolina Board of Governors is under new leadership, with an all-female slate of officers for the first time in UNC System history. The board unanimously elected Wendy Murphy as the new board chair, Kellie Hunt Blue as the vice chair, and Pearl […] The post STATE: UNC Board of Governors features all-female leadership appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
New daycare, play location opens in Albemarle
Uwharrie Play Oasis recently opened in the shopping center at Harris-Teeter in Albemarle. It is a drop-in daycare/play location. The business is the creation of Season Mabry. Katrina Smith, a friend of Mabry, is the manager. “The idea for Uwharrie Play Oasis came about from my need to have somewhere for my children to visit,” […] The post New daycare, play location opens in Albemarle appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
New livestock arena in Stanly close to opening
It has been 14 years or more in the making, but Stanly County citizens will soon be able to enjoy agricultural events at the new livestock arena. More than a place for farm-related events, the new arena features an air-conditioned exhibit area which can seat approximately 180 people. Additional fencing was recently approved by county […] The post New livestock arena in Stanly close to opening appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly Academy gains funds through acts of kindness
The Values-in-Action Foundation, a non-profit organization that for 30 years has worked to make kindness a core value in America through its Kindland initiatives, has announced the winning schools in its national Kindness Games competition. The Kindness Games immediately followed the organization’s Kickoff for Kindness video presentation that was viewed by 79,000 students in 27 […] The post Stanly Academy gains funds through acts of kindness appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
BBB Warning: Watch out for scammers during Independence Day celebrations
The following is from the Better Business Bureau: This Fourth of July marks the 248th Independence Day celebration since the ratification of the U.S. Constitution in 1776. While American society has changed drastically over the centuries, Independence Day is an excellent opportunity for individuals and businesses to reflect on their history and celebrate the future. […] The post BBB Warning: Watch out for scammers during Independence Day celebrations appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Uwharrie Capital ranked near top of American Banker’s list
Uwharrie Capital Corp has been ranked No. 15 on American Banker’s list of the top-performing community banks with under $2 billion in assets. Each year, American Banker, in collaboration with Capital Performance Group, evaluates community banks across the nation based on various financial metrics such as loan growth, revenue and efficiency. This year’s rankings were […] The post Uwharrie Capital ranked near top of American Banker’s list appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Man arrested for stealing $16 from museum
Norwood Police Department arrested a man Monday for stealing from a donation jar. Police Chief James Wilson said Cedrick Lee was arrested for taking $16 and some change from the jar at Norwood Museum on Monday. “Upon seeing officers, Lee decided to lead them on a nice leisurely jog through Darrell Almond Park. Lee lost […] The post Man arrested for stealing $16 from museum appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
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