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SENIOR LIFESTYLES: What seniors should know about prediabetes
Most seniors recognize that routine visits to their physicians are an important component of preventive health care. Annual physicals are important for everyone, but they’re especially important for individuals 65 and older who may be more vulnerable to disease and various other health conditions than younger adults. The National Institute on Aging reports that millions […] The post SENIOR LIFESTYLES: What seniors should know about prediabetes appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly County Sheriff’s Office arrests man for statutory rape of child
The Stanly County Sheriff’s Criminal Investigation Division received information of a sexual assault with a minor. After an investigation, Tyler Wayne Morgan was taken into custody on April 26 in Albemarle and charged with statutory rape of a child equal to or younger than 15 years old. Morgan received a $125,000 secured bond and has […] The post Stanly County Sheriff’s Office arrests man for statutory rape of child appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
New Finish hosts county EDC meeting; board tours facility
The Stanly County Economic Development Commission recently toured a Norwood factory which continues to grow. New Finish is a Class A commercial coating business which does coating including powder, electrocoating, liquid, chemical agent resisting and sandblasting. In 2020, the business expanded, adding 20 jobs and $3.5 million in real property, machinery and equipment. Two production […] The post New Finish hosts county EDC meeting; board tours facility appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Albemarle Police Reports – May 1, 2024
Albemarle Police Department reports the following: • Drake William Ferguson (W M, 27) Arrest on chrg of Possession Of Stolen Firearm, F (F), at 816 Fulton St, Albemarle, on 05/01/2024. • Adam Lee Wardell (W M, 40) Arrest on chrg of Assault On Female, M (M), at 1399 Northeast Connector/badin Rd, Albemarle, on 05/01/2024. The post Albemarle Police Reports – May 1, 2024 appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Misenheimer Solar Park construction concludes
After years of development, construction finished April 24 on a renewable energy project in Misenheimer. The Misenheimer Solar Park sits on 500 acres of private land about a half mile west of Pfeiffer University along both sides of U.S. Highway 52. It was developed by EDP Renewables North America, a Houston-based company that operates 60 […] The post Misenheimer Solar Park construction concludes appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
SENIOR LIFESTYLES: Celebrating Older Americans Month
Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by a federal agency, the Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM is a time to recognize older Americans’ contributions, highlight aging trends and reaffirm commitments to serving the older adults in our communities. This year’s theme, “Powered by Connection,” focuses on the impact […] The post SENIOR LIFESTYLES: Celebrating Older Americans Month appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
SPIRIT OF STANLY 2024: Cotton hones film, theatrical craft
James Cotton is a Stanly County native who has been active in the arts community for almost 30 years. He has been in many Uwharrie Players productions starting in 1997 with “Guys and Dolls,” then “Grease” in 1998, “Cotton Patch Gospel” in 2002, “The Boys Next Door” in 2007, “Dearly Departed” in 2011, “Twelve Angry […] The post SPIRIT OF STANLY 2024: Cotton hones film, theatrical craft appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
REGIONAL: Montgomery County resident sentenced for transmitting threats to North Carolina Jewish organization
GREENSBORO – A North Carolina man was sentenced Wednesday to 18 months in prison, after pleading guilty to one count of communicating threats in interstate commerce, announced United States Attorney Sandra J. Hairston of the Middle District of North Carolina. Jeffrey Scott Hobgood, 64, of Troy, was sentenced to an 18-month term of imprisonment by […] The post REGIONAL: Montgomery County resident sentenced for transmitting threats to North Carolina Jewish organization appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly County resident qualifies for International Lineman’s Rodeo
He may not be the “Wichita Lineman” that Glen Campbell sang about, but Aaron Smith is headed to Kansas thanks to his lineworking skills. The Richfield resident recently qualified for the International Lineman’s Rodeo & Expo in October in the Kansas cities of Overland Park and Bonner Springs. “The annual event has attracted the best lineworkers […] The post Stanly County resident qualifies for International Lineman’s Rodeo appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Center expands health care into Stanly with mobile units
Goshen Medical Center, Inc. is bringing specialized care to local businesses throughout rural North Carolina with its on-site mobile units. Goshen said this approach is changing the accessibility of health care for North Carolina employees and furthering the importance of individual health and well-being. On-site mobile units, bringing care now to Anson, Montgomery, Richmond and […] The post Center expands health care into Stanly with mobile units appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly County Sheriff’s Reports – April 26-29, 2024
Stanly County Sheriff’s Office reports the following: • Tyler Wayne Morgan (W /M/27) Arrest on chrg of Stat Sex Off With Child <= 15 (F), at Old Salisbury/ Dunlap St, Albemarle, on 4/26/2024. • Tony James Dupree (W /M/55) Arrest on chrg of Civil Order For Arrest – Child Support (M), at 126 S Third […] The post Stanly County Sheriff’s Reports – April 26-29, 2024 appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
SHIIP to have Shred-A-Thon
Stanly County Senior Services SHIIP program will host another Shred-A-Thon at the Stanly County Senior Center. This event will be 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 10. It is a free drive-thru shredding service. Examples of items that can be shredded include papers, folder, paperclips, binder clips and hanging file folders. Individuals will also receive […] The post SHIIP to have Shred-A-Thon appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Cabarrus County man wins $837,187 jackpot: ‘Dreams do come true’
RALEIGH – Kannapolis resident David Atwell said a dream his sister had foreshadowed his $837,187 Cash 5 jackpot win Saturday night. “In her dream I found a bunch of gold,” he recalled. “I guess dreams do come true.” Atwell said he has always had luck on his side. “My family always said I was the luckiest […] The post Cabarrus County man wins $837,187 jackpot: ‘Dreams do come true’ appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
SPIRIT OF STANLY 2024: Stanly County Concert Association still grooving after 75 years
Three citizens with an idea … and now we celebrate our 75th year of concerts. The only break was with the pandemic which stopped everything and this is actually is the 76th anniversary of this amazing arts contribution to our community. In 1947, Paul Fry, the high school choral director, Katherine Almond, the elementary music […] The post SPIRIT OF STANLY 2024: Stanly County Concert Association still grooving after 75 years appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
1 of 4 officers killed in Charlotte had ties to Stanly
The Stanly County community mourned the loss of a Pfeiffer University graduate this week who gave his life in service of others. Joshua Eyer, a six-year veteran with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, graduated from Pfeiffer in 2017, was one of four law enforcement officers killed Monday in Charlotte. Eyer was killed along with North Carolina Department […] The post 1 of 4 officers killed in Charlotte had ties to Stanly appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
HARRISTOWN NEWS: Badin VFD to have Community Outreach Day
May Day! May Day! May Day! Can you believe it? It’s the time for the May pole, flowers, Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, graduations, school vacations, and, of course, my birthday. Have a happy May. Church News New Hope Missionary Baptist Church will end its revival tonight, April 30, at 7 p.m.. The speaker is Pastor […] The post HARRISTOWN NEWS: Badin VFD to have Community Outreach Day appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
West Stanly Players near opening night
The West Stanly Players will present their annual spring production on May 3, 4, 5, 10 and 11 in the WSP Theatre at West Stanly High School. This year the Players present the comedy “The Play That Goes Wrong” by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer and Henry Shields. The play follows a theatre group in London […] The post West Stanly Players near opening night appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
LOCUST/STANFIELD NEWS: ‘Rogue One’ to be shown
National Day of Prayer The National Day of Prayer observance will be May 2 at noon. This is a time to come together and pray for all areas of life. There will be special music, speakers and prayers to focus on church, family, education, business and workplace, military, government and country. Bring a chair or […] The post LOCUST/STANFIELD NEWS: ‘Rogue One’ to be shown appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
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