Teams Partner Together For Operation “Safe Streets”
GASTON COUNTY, N.C.—On Thursday, October 1, 2026, the Gaston County Police Department’s Fugitive Apprehension and Suspect Tracking (...
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Step Back in Time at Hart Square Village
VALE, N.C.—Hart Square Foundation will welcome visitors to its 41st Fall Heritage Festival on October 24, 2026. Experience life as i...
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2026 Early Voting Election Period Begins Oct. 15
Voters in North Carolina will head to the polls on Election Day, Nov. 3, 2026, for the general election. But if you're registered to vote, you c...
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BBB Scam Alert: Beware Of Health Care Cons During Open Enrollment
EnrollmentIf you are adding or changing your Medicare or Healthcare.gov coverage during open enrollment, watch out for unsolicited calls claiming to "...
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Lincoln County Schools Celebrate Teachers, Principals, Students & More
LCS' Beginning Teacher of the Year: Last Friday, Mrs. Russell, 3rd grade teacher at Pumpkin Center Intermediate, was recognized as LCS' Beginning Teac...
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Local Cancellations & Closings
Due to inclement weather the following events have been cancelled, postponed or moved. Please email us at LH@lincolnherald.com if you have any to add ...
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Bad Weather Expected This Weekend: Heavy Rain, Strong Winds Possible
The National Weather Service’s Greenville-Spartanburg office is warning of unsettled weather across the region this weekend as Hurricane I...
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Academy Focuses on Law Enforcement Officer Safety, De-Escalation, and ...
Lincoln County Citizens Academy participants spent their last two sessions taking part in training focused on law enforcement officer safety, de...
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Judge Sentences Morganton Methamphetamine Trafficker to Over 17 Years
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – U.S. District Judge Matthew E. Orso sentenced Reginald Curtis, 47, of Morganton, to 210 months in prison followed by fiv...
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Gaston County Police Investigate Internet Crimes Against Children
GASTONIA, N.C.—Gaston County Police have made an arrest involving the exploitation of children.David Brandon Deaton, 42, of Stanley, was a...
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Inmate Charged for Assaulting Detention Staff
LINCOLNTON, N.C. – On Monday, October 5, 2026, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office charged an inmate with assaulting staff and attem...
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Commissioners to Consider Revaluation, Development Requests at October...
The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, Oct. 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln County Administration Building, 353 N. Generals ...
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Drug Trafficker Armed with Machinegun Sentenced to Prison
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Jeremiah Dashaun Reed, of Charlotte, 25, of Charlotte, was sentenced today to 81 months in prison followed by three year...
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Maiden Man Arrested Following Investigation into Multiple Breaking, En...
DENVER, N.C.—During the month of September 2026, multiple breaking, entering, and larceny incidents occurred at a local marine dealer in D...
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Lincolnton City Council to Consider Zoning Changes, Speed Limit Reduct...
The Lincolnton City Council will meet Thursday, Oct. 1, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, with several zoning, development and community issues on the ...
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Jaci Lail & Bailee Crisson Dance Their Way to Victory at 2026 Dancing ...
A night filled with dancing, laughter, community spirit and plenty of excitement came to a thrilling conclusion as Team #5 — Jaci Lail and Baile...
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