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Lithium is the future--thanks to the growth in electric vehicles and other needs for the mineral. The NC Dept. of Commerce announced this past week that Green New Energy Materials, Inc., a manufacturer of a key component in lithium-ion betteries, …
The Lincolnton Food, Wine & Brew Fest originally scheduled for this Saturday (May 4th) has been rescheduled for the second Saturday in September (Sept. 14th).
Carrol Mitchem was removed from the chairmanship of Lincoln County Commissioners in a special called meeting Wednesday afternoon (May 1st). Commissioners then chose Commissioner Cathy Davis to serve as chair.
Over the past year, the CVCC Foundation, Inc. was honored to receive multiple grants from Duke Energy. These funds were pivotal in assisting the college with new projects.
On average, about one in every 1,250 North Carolinians is without a home. Mitzi Williams, the executive director of Christian Ministry of Lincoln County, talks about one of her organization’s clients, known as “Mrs. Janice.”
A short special called meeting of the Lincoln County Commissioners has apparently set the stage for the ouster of Commissioner Carrol Mitchem as chair of the board.
Lincoln County Commissioners have approved the purchase of land for the new East Lincoln Library. It will be on NC273 abuot two miles west of East Lincoln High School.
Sports
Registration is now open for the Boger City Optimist Youth Football and Cheerleading programs for the 2024 season for ages 4-12.
For some of us, it's hard to believe that it was 1971 (53 years ago) that Helen Reddy recorded the anthem of the movement for equality for women. It's also hard to believe that misogyny, like racism, is still a …
On April 12, 2024 Lincolnton High School Senior, Vanessa Cespedes, signed her National Letter of Intent to play Soccer for Salem College to further her soccer and academic career.
George Smith, who for many years was the voice from the pressbox at Lincolnton High School games, passed Tuesday (March 26th). He was 83. [See obit under Obituaries.]
The NC State Wolfpack is in the NCAA Basketball Sweet 16; their chances of winning a national title are not considered good by most sportswriters, but some of us old-timers still remember the 'Cardiac Kids' of 1983 and the superb …
Austin Lineberger, a senior at Lincoln Charter School, signed his National Letter of Intent to play golf for Montreat College starting this fall.
Community
The weather forced the postponement of the Food, Wine & Brew Fest until September, but Alive After Five for 2024 is coming Thursday May 23rd.
The 8th Annual event will be held Thursday, May 9 from 6-9 p.m. on 12th Street in Bessemer City. The event is free to the public and will include free resources and information in various areas of child injury prevention.
Donna Whitted was crowned Saturday (April 27th) as the Granny Smith Apple Queen in the annual pageant sponsored by the Lincolnton Business & Professional Women's Club.
Cindy Stamey, Director of Community and Veterans Relations for Carolina Caring, has been recognized with the prestigious Veterans Spirit and Soul Award by Foothills Veterans Helping Veterans (FVHV).
Summer programs and activities take place from June through early August. The adventure begins with a Family Fun Day at the Sherrills Ford-Terrell Branch on May 11 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. with live music featuring the King Bees, …
As the associate dean for work force connectivity, Lefevers is very busy. She helps connect students to opportunities beyond the classroom, such as work-based learning, career advising and apprenticeship.
Religion
After differences over sexual orientation have led to a mass exodus of churches, the United Methodist Church convened a two-week session in Charlotte that made major changes in doctrine. The UNC will now bless same-sex marriages and ordain LGBTQ clergy.
The executive director of Christian Ministry of Lincoln County this week thanked a major player keeping the organization’s soup kitchen running.
Night of Worship, Yard & BBQ Sale, Community Breakfast, Murphy Clark Benefit, plus more dates to save for upcoming events! Email your events to us.
Commentary & Features
This is another of the series of articles from the DAR & SAR leading up to the celebration of America's 250th birthday in 2026. This week, a brief history of the French factor in the War for Independence and King …
The Pre-k Students at Pumpkin Center Primary on King Wilkerson Road in Lincolnton are proud to show their respect to Charlotte's four fallen officers.
This is another in the series of articles from the DAR & SAR leading up to the celebration of America's 250th birthday in 2026.
I can’t say how many times strangers have asked me for directions—even in the age of Siri and cell phones. People still flag me down in airports, ticket lines, and check-out lanes.
In case you haven’t heard, ECCCM (Eastern Catawba Cooperative Christian Ministry) is now Ashure Ministry. The name change occurred a few weeks ago to better reflect the expanded scope of the agency.
This is another in our series of articles from the DAR & SAR leading up to the celebration of America's 250th birthday in 2026.
Obituaries
IRON STATION, N.C. - Randall Carroll Long, age 62, of Iron Station, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
STANLEY, N.C. - Creighton Lamar Cherry, age 83, of Rollins Street in Stanley, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
LINCOLNTON, N.C. - George Steven Bundy, age 78, of Long Shoals Road in Lincolnton, died on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
LINCOLNTON, N.C. - Dianna Roach Perkins, age 69, of Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.
ORANGE PARK, Fla. - James “Ted” Hallman, age 85, of Orange Park, Florida, and formerly of Lincolnton, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024.
NEWTON, N.C. - Shirley McAlister Cline, age 88, of Highway 16 South in Newton, died Sunday, April 28, 2024 peacefully at Carolina Caring in Catawba County.
Classifieds
Crouse United Methodist Church will host a benefit for 13 year old Murphy Clark on Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. who needs a heart transplant. The event will be held RAIN or SHINE!
Saturday, May 4: Yard sale will begin at 7 a.m.; BBQ at 10 a.m. until we run out! Donations welcomed.
Job Listings for the Week of April 28, 2024. You must currently be registered with NC Works to be referred on any of our jobs.
Parties in interest and citizens shall have the opportunity to be heard and may obtain further information on the scheduled public hearing from the Planning Department on the second floor of City Hall.
Interested parties may appear at the public hearings, which will be held at the Lincoln County Administration Building, 353 N. Generals Blvd., Lincolnton, N.C.
Yard Sale from 8:30 a.m. until 12 Noon this Saturday, April 27 at 661 Hoyle Street, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Today In History
Today in History in 1904 the United States begins construction of the Panama Canal; in 1927 the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is incorporated; and in 1932 mobster Al Capone begins serving an 11-year prison sentence for tax …
Today in History in 1802 Washington, D.C. was incorporated as a city; in 1952 the Kentucky Derby was televised for the first time; and in 1957 the owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers, moves the team from Brooklyn to Los Angeles.
Today in History in 1611 the King James Version of the Bible is published for the first time in London, England; and in 2011 Osama bin Laden, the suspected mastermind behind the September 11 attacks and the FBI's most wanted …
Today In History in 1851 Queen Victoria opened The Great Exhibition at The Crystal Palace in London; and in 2003 on board the USS Abraham Lincoln, U.S. President George W. Bush declares that "major combat operations in Iraq have ended".
Today in History in 1492 Spain gives Christopher Columbus his commission of exploration. He is named admiral of the ocean sea, viceroy and governor of any territory he discovers.
Today in History in 1967 Muhammad Ali is stripped of his boxing title after refusing induction in the U.S. Army; and in 2011 the Wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton takes place at Westminster Abbey in London.
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State News
Lincolnton doesn't have a municipal election in 2023, but many towns do; and a voter ID will be required.
Lincoln County's unemployment rate for April was the 6th lowest in North Carolina.
The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame has announced the six inductees that will comprise the 2023 class scheduled to be enshrined during the annual induction ceremony on October 19 at the Mooresville Performing Arts Center. Inductees include Scotty McCreery, …
NC MedAssist earned a 2023 Gold/Silver/Bronze Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) Quality Standards Program. The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinic's mission is building healthy communities for all through quality, equitable, accessible healthcare.
New Website Will Engage Communities Statewide Around Resilience
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May 05, 2024