| Second Suspect in March Shooting Now Jailed |
Two young men have been jailed in Gaston County after being charged with murder in the death of another in March.
Friday, June 9, 2023
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June 8, 2023 16:11
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| Apple Growers Assessment Vote June 27th |
Apple growers will have a referendum on June 27th to decide on assessments for sales of apples.
Friday, June 9, 2023
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June 8, 2023 15:27
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| Josh Holland is New Emergency Management Planner |
Lincoln County has a new Emergency Management Planner. His name is Josh Holland. The announcement of his appointment was made Thursday (June 8th). Holland is a native of Bessemer City and a veteran who served over 20 years in the US Army.
Friday, June 9, 2023
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June 8, 2023 09:13
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| Dr. Laurie-Anna Agama Tours Textile Industry |
You could say it remains among the most important threads in America’s economic tapestry. It’s the textile industry. And Belmont-based Beverly Knits, Gastonia-based Parkdale Mills and others are important to our local, regional and national economies.
Thursday, June 8, 2023
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June 7, 2023 06:30
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| LC Schools Announces School Administration Appointments
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At the June 6, 2023 Special Called Board meeting, the Lincoln County Board of Education approved 10 administrative appointments.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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June 6, 2023 18:42
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| Cassie Craig Is Salutatorian For West Lincoln |
You might say she has engineered her way to academic success. She is Cassie Craig, and come August, she’ll be majoring in mechanical engineering at North Carolina State University in Raleigh.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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June 6, 2023 17:01
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| Holbrook Named Hickory Teacher of the Year |
The Hickory Public Schools selected Kristin Williams Holbrook as their Teacher of the Year for 2023.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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June 8, 2023 12:09
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| Lincoln Was NC's 5th Fastest Growing County in 2022 |
The 2022 Population Estimates from Carolina Demography show that the population of North Carolina grew by 1.3% between July 1st 2021 and July 1st 2022. Six of the state's 100 counties grew at a rate of more than 3%. Lincoln was one of those.
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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June 6, 2023 10:01
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| Lincoln County Schools Give Out 'Of the Year' Awards |
Dr. Laurie Dymes was named the Teacher of the Year as the Lincoln County Schools held a reception Monday (June 5th) honoring educators and others for their work with the schools.
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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June 5, 2023 23:14
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| Lincoln County Schools Honor The Best |
Lincoln County Schools this week honored the top educators in each of the following categories. The reception was held at Laboratory Mill in Lincolnton.
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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June 5, 2023 23:15
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| County Officials Investigate Material In South Fork |
Officials from Lincoln and Gaston counties are investigating material found in the South Fork River. That’s the word Tuesday afternoon from Lincoln County Public Information Officer Vanessa León and Lincoln County Health Director Lena Jones.
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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June 8, 2023 12:06
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| Catawba County Schools Honors 'Of the Year' Award Winners |
Catawba County Schools honored its 'Of the Year' award winners at an event May 31st at CVCC. Wendy Wilson, who teaches at H.M. Arndt Middle School, was named the Teacher of the Year.
Sunday, June 4, 2023
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June 6, 2023 10:48
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| Adam Zirkle Is East Lincoln's Salutatorian |
Come August, the 18-year-old will be off to major in business at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va. But right now, Zirkle is enjoying being the salutatorian for East Lincoln High School’s class of 2023.
Sunday, June 4, 2023
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June 3, 2023 13:35
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| Overbay Is Valedictorian At East Lincoln High |
The daughter of Adam and Amy Overbay and the elder sister of Daniel Overbay, this remarkable grad recently told us more about herself. Come August, Miss Overbay will be off to North Carolina State University in Raleigh. There, she plans to major in applied mathematics.
Sunday, June 4, 2023
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June 3, 2023 13:05
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| Lincolnton City Council Approves Budget, Lowers Tax Rate |
The Lincolnton City Council held its June meeting Thursday (June 1st) and among other business approved the fiscal 2024 budget. Nobody spoke during the public hearing on the budget. The Council also made several other important decisions.
Sunday, June 4, 2023
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June 3, 2023 00:11
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| Lincolnton High School Class Of 2023 |
The commencement exercises for Lincolnton’s Class of 2023 were held Saturday, June 3 at 10 a.m. in the Lincolnton High School Gymnasium. The 2023 graduating class of Lincolnton High School had 209 graduates.
Saturday, June 3, 2023
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June 2, 2023 12:58
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| North Lincoln High School Class Of 2023 |
The commencement exercises for North Lincoln’s Class of 2023 were held Friday, June 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the North Lincoln High School Stadium. The 2023 graduating class of North Lincoln High School had 249 graduates.
Saturday, June 3, 2023
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June 2, 2023 10:39
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| West Lincoln High School Class Of 2023 |
The commencement exercises for West Lincoln’s Class of 2023 were held Friday, June 2 at 7 p.m. in the West Lincoln High School Stadium. The 2023 graduating class of West Lincoln High School had 181 graduates.
Saturday, June 3, 2023
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June 2, 2023 11:16
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| East Lincoln High School Class Of 2023 |
The commencement exercises for East Lincoln’s Class of 2022 were held Friday, June 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the David Clark Stadium on the campus of East Lincoln. The 2023 graduating class of East Lincoln High School had 246 graduates.
Saturday, June 3, 2023
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June 2, 2023 12:50
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| Gaston County Earns AAA Rating from Moody's |
For the first time in its history, Gaston County has achieved a AAA bond rating from Moody's, one of the Big Three credit rating agencies.
Friday, June 2, 2023
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June 3, 2023 00:33
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| Bosch to Expand in Lincolnton |
A long-time Lincolnton manufacturer announced plans Thursday (June 1st) to expand its operation in Lincolnton. Bosch will invest $130 million and create 400 new jobs at its Indian Creek Road location.
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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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June 31, 2023 12:56
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| Public's Help Needed To Locate Runaway Teen |
On May 31,2023 the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office took a report for a runaway juvenile who lives at 225 Bynum Rd. in Lincolnton NC.
Thursday, June 1, 2023
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June 1, 2023 11:06
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| Pedestrial Killed on Parkway |
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol & the National Park Service are asking for help in identifying the vehicle and driver in a hit and run that resulted in a fatality on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Milepost 221 Tuesday morning (May 30th).
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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May 30, 2023 22:52
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| Congress Passes Debt Ceiling Deal |
The US House of Representatives passed the debt ceiling deal H.R. 3746, the Fiscal Responsibility Act Wednesday evening. The bill then went to the Senate, where approval came Thursday by a 63-36 vote. When signed by President Biden, it will avoid a default by the US Government that could have produced an economic disaster.
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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June 1, 2023 07:17
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| Plane Goes Down on Lake |
Nobody was injured when a small plane went down on Lake Norman just north of Sherrills Ford Wednesday afternoon (May 31st).
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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May 30, 2023 21:11
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| Lincoln County Schools Graduation Ceremonies For 2023 |
Graduation dates for the four high schools of Lincoln County Schools are as follows. Please check with the individual schools for ticket requirements, parking, etc. More information on each of the graduating classes will be posted later in the week.
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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May 30, 2023 14:08
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| Lincolnton Observes Memorial Day |
It was a day of remembrance and gratitude as Lincolnton joined the rest of the nation in observing Memorial Day on Monday (May 29th), honoring those who died while serving in our nation's military.
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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May 30, 2023 10:31
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A murder suspect wanted in Charlotte was apprehended Sunday morning in Gastonia but only after shots were fired at a Charlotte Mecklenburg Police vehicle.
Monday, May 29, 2023
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May 28, 2023 07:53
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| Dallas Man Arrested on Multiple Child Sex Charges |
A Dallas man was arrested last Thursday (May 25th) on a dozen warrants alleging sexual exploitation of a minor.
Monday, May 29, 2023
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May 28, 2023 07:33
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| 'Senior Prank' at NLHS Results in Arrests |
The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office has arrested eight students in connection with an alleged 'senior prank' at North Lincoln High School.
Monday, May 29, 2023
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May 28, 2023 07:34
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| Commissioners, City Council
Hold Budget Hearings |
The public hearings on the City of Lincolnton and Lincoln County proposed budgets for fiscal 2023-2024 will be held later this week and early next and the City Council and Commissioners are expected to approve them at their meetings.
Sunday, May 28, 2023
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May 27, 2023 07:02
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| GC Seniors Earn Top Academic, Perfect Attendance Distinctions |
Gaston County Schools has 26 students in the Class of 2023 who have achieved the top academic distinction of valedictorian or salutatorian. Additionally, two seniors in the Class of 2023 have earned the distinction of 13 years of perfect attendance.
Saturday, May 27, 2023
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May 26, 2023 10:48
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| Rainy Memorial Day Weekend |
Memorial Day began as a remembrance of soldiers in America's Civil War when graves of those killed in that conflict were decorated. It is now observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the US military. This year's local observance may be moved indoors because of rain.
Saturday, May 27, 2023
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May 27, 2023 23:59
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| Fatal Wreck on NC 274 |
A Newton woman was killed in a single car wreck on NC 274 in western Lincoln County Friday morning (May 26th).
Friday, May 26, 2023
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May 25, 2023 18:41
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| Charlotte Man Shot During Alleged Attempted Breakin |
A Charlotte man was shot and killed Thursday night (May 25th) by a resident of a home on Crescent Lane in west Gastonia.
Friday, May 26, 2023
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May 25, 2023 12:21
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| Long Discusion of School Violence Ends With No Action |
The Lincoln County Board of Education and Lincoln County Commissioners held a joint meeting Thursday (May 25th) to talk about school violence and plans for handling any incident in local schools. After three hours of discussion, the two boards took no official action.
Friday, May 26, 2023
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May 25, 2023 18:32
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| Lincoln County Woman Still Missing, Disappeared In May 2014 |
Friday, May 26, 2023 marks nine years since Toasha Nicole Rice, also known as Nikki Green on her Facebook page, was last seen leaving a friend’s home on Eaker Road in western Lincoln County.
Thursday, May 25, 2023
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May 24, 2023 15:59
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| Man Charged With Break-Ins, Arson On Gastonia Highway |
Lincoln County Sheriff’s detectives have charged a Lincoln County man with breaking into two buildings including a church and attempting to set the outbuilding on fire.
Thursday, May 25, 2023
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May 24, 2023 13:22
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| GC High Schools Graduation Ceremonies For Class Of 2023 |
Graduation for Gaston County Schools is Friday, May 26, and ten high schools will conduct ceremonies that day to present diplomas to the Class of 2023. This year, more than 2,000 seniors will graduate from Gaston County Schools.
Thursday, May 25, 2023
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May 24, 2023 01:26
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| Three SC Residents Face Drug Charges In Catawba County |
Three South Carolina residents have been charged with drug offenses in Catawba County.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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May 23, 2023 16:24
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| LCSO Drone Team Assists With Storm Damage Survey |
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Drone Team assisted the City of Cherryville and Gaston County Emergency Management from May 20, 2023 to May 22, 2023 with aerial mapping in the aftermath of the recent storm that hit the area.
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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May 23, 2023 00:06
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| Sunday Night Shooting at Gastonia McDonald's |
Gastonia Police have arrested a suspect in a shooting at a McDonald's restaurant in west Gastonia on Sunday night (May 21st).
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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May 22, 2023 10:27
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| Hickory Record Going to Three Days Weekly |
It should be obvious to anyone that the newspaper business isn't what it once was. The number of people getting their news from internet sources has grown each year this century while the number of print newspaper subscribers have diminished. Now another area paper is discontinuing printing a daily newspaper.
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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May 22, 2023 02:01
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| One Person Shot In Foot During Altercation In Denver |
One person received minor injuries after being shot in the foot during an altercation on Mount Zion Church Road.
Monday, May 22, 2023
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May 21, 2023 15:48
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| Commissioners, Education Board Talk School Violence |
May 24th is the one year anniversary of the tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, that left 19 elementary school students and two teachers dead. The Lincoln County Commissioners and the Lincoln County Board of Educatin will hold a special joint meeting on school violence this Thursday, May 25th.
Monday, May 22, 2023
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May 23, 2023 06:29
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| Man & Two Dogs Perish in Crowders Mountain House Fire |
A man in his 60s died after fire engulfed his home in the Crowders Mountain area southwest of Gastonia early Saturday morning (May 20th).
Sunday, May 21, 2023
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May 20, 2023 02:49
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| Gaston College Holds 58th Commencement Ceremony |
The 58th Commencement ceremony for Gaston College was held on Friday, May 12, 2023, at CaroMont Health Park in Gastonia. The 901 graduates in the Gaston College Class of 2023 were honored at the two-hour ceremony. The graduates received diplomas or associate degrees from 62 curriculum programs.
Saturday, May 20, 2023
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May 19, 2023 13:32
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| Public's Help Needed To Identify Theft Suspect |
Lincoln County Sheriff’s detectives are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who stole a purse and credit cards from a business.
Saturday, May 20, 2023
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May 19, 2023 12:50
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| Lincoln County Couple Face Felony Child Abuse Charge |
A husband and wife face child abuse charges after it was discovered one of their children had been beaten with a paddle.
Thursday, May 18, 2023
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May 19, 2023 02:54
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| Man Found Deceased On April 4 In Duharts Creek Identified |
Gastonia Police Detectives have identified the man who was found deceased on April 4 in Duharts Creek, located in the 400 block of Cox Road, as 46-year-old Michael Hirdler originally from Minnesota.
Thursday, May 18, 2023
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May 17, 2023 13:52
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| Cleanup Continues in Cherryville |
Bad as it was, it could have been worse. The good news is that apparently nobody died in the brutal storm that hit Cherryville Tuesday afternoon (May 16th).
Thursday, May 18, 2023
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May 17, 2023 22:27
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| NLHS Teacher Charged With Assaulting A Student |
A North Lincoln High School teacher has been charged with assaulting a student in connection with an incident that occurred on May 15, 2023.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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May 16, 2023 14:03
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| Vanessa León New Public Affairs Officer |
Former Spectrum News on-air reporter Vanessa León is Lincoln County’s new public affairs officer.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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May 16, 2023 13:57
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| Lawmakers Urge Raimondo To Support CAFTA |
Rep. Patrick McHenry among them.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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May 16, 2023 12:57
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| Public Hearing On County Budget Is June 5 |
There will be a public hearing on Lincoln County’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-24 on Monday, June 5, at 6:30 p.m. in the county commissioners’ room of the Lincoln County Administration Office, which is located at 353 N. Generals Blvd. in Lincolnton.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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May 16, 2023 12:39
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| Board Of Education Appoints Interim Superintendent For Gaston County Schools |
N.C. School Boards Association will conduct national search for permanent superintendent.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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May 16, 2023 12:27
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| Stormy Weather |
The stormy weather of Tuesday afternoon and evening didn't come as a surprise. Weather forecasts had warned there might be some strong thunderstorms, but the storm that struck Cherryville was well beyond expectations.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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May 17, 2023 01:30
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| Tax Rates Cut, But Tax Bills Going Up |
We've previously covered the decisions to cut tax rates by County Commissioners in Lincoln & Gaston counties. Like the others, Catawba County will see a rate cut for fiscal 2024, but taxpayers will stilll get a bigger property tax bill this Summer.
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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May 15, 2023 15:59
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| Gateway Gaston: Serving The Common Good |
It’s all about helping one’s fellow human beings. It’s Gateway Gaston. And according to program co-ordinator Dwayne Burks, it’s making a big difference in the lives of countless local folks, getting them connected with the help they need.
Saturday, May 13, 2023
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May 12, 2023 11:20
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| Maiden High School Honors Military Enlistees & Commits |
Maiden High School, with the support of administration, held its first-ever Military Service Intent and Signing Ceremony on Thursday, May 10. The event recognized seniors with a current enlistment contract to enter military service or those actively pursuing entry into the armed forces.
Saturday, May 13, 2023
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May 12, 2023 11:09
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| LCS Names New Director And Principal |
Heather Myers was named the Director of Academic Readiness and Recovery and Katrina Robinson is the new principal at East Lincoln Middle School.
Thursday, May 11, 2023
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May 10, 2023 13:39
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| Whitesides Charged With Murder in Gastonia Home Invasion |
A Lincoln County man has been charged with murder in the death of a Gastonia man in late April.
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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May 9, 2023 19:10
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| Detectives Asking For Public's Help In Locating Runaway Teen |
On May 9, 2023 the reporting party told officers her son was missing from the residence on Charleston Trail. Family members had already checked all known locations where Hunter Wright, 15, was known to frequent. He has been entered NCIC as missing.
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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May 9, 2023 18:27
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| Misbehaving On Main Results In Arrest |
Drunk and disruptive turned into a multiplicity of charges for a Lincolnton man on Monday (May 8th).
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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May 9, 2023 11:15
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| Gaston County Police FAST Team Arrests Federal Fugitive |
Abdur-Rahim was wanted on federal charges for Possession with Intent to Distribute Fentanyl and Possession of a Firearm by a Felon in Furtherance of a Drug Trafficking Crime.
Saturday, May 6, 2023
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May 5, 2023 14:43
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| Public's Help Needed To Identify Suspects In April Break-In |
Lincoln County Sheriff’s detectives are investigating the theft of more than $50,000 worth of copper wiring.
Friday, May 5, 2023
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May 4, 2023 16:15
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| Talking Taxes |
Gaston County Commissioners and the public got a look at the details of the proposed fiscal 2024 County Budget a week ago. Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget next Tuesday (May 9th) and are expected to approve the budget and a 60 cents per $100 tax rate.
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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May 4, 2023 15:42
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| Public Input Invited For Lincolnton Police Chief Recruitment |
Due to the recent retirement of Police Chief Rodney Jordan, the City of Lincolnton is currently recruiting a new police chief. Resident and business owner comments are an important part of the city's hiring process. Please take this VERY SHORT survey to help define the opportunities, priorities, and leadership qualities for the next Lincolnton Police Chief.
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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May 1, 2023 16:16
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| GCPD K9 Unit Makes Drug Trafficking Seizure |
On Thursday, April 20, 2023, the Gaston County Police Department K9 Unit conducted a traffic stop in the area of WH Kiser Road, outside of High Shoals.
Friday, April 28, 2023
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April 27, 2023 13:53
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| Gaston County Police FAST Team Arrests Wanted Felon |
On Thursday, April 27, 2023, the Gaston County Police Department’s Fugitive Apprehension and Suspect Tracking (FAST) team located Robert Eugene Lowe in the area of Windermere Road outside of Mount Holly.
Friday, April 28, 2023
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April 27, 2023 12:53
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| GC Police Announce New Unit |
The Gaston County Police Department announces the formation of a unit specifically designed to track and apprehend Gaston County’s most wanted fugitives.
Friday, April 28, 2023
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April 27, 2023 09:30
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| Detectives Asking For Public's Help In Locating Missing Man |
On April 26, 2023 the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a missing person. The reporting party told deputies that the last time Jim Dale Rathbun, 36, who list himself as homeless, was missing.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
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April 26, 2023 17:57
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| School Resource Officers Continue Active Shooter Training |
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officers continued active shooter training last night (April 25, 2023) at Lincolnton Middle School.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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April 25, 2023 13:58
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| Familiar Face In A New Role In Catawba County Schools
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The Director of Digital and Media Literacy role will provide leadership in developing, delivering, and evaluating media and digital information literacy for the district, schools, and media centers.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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April 25, 2023 13:27
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| Catawba County Schools Announces Administrative Additions |
Catawba County Schools Superintendent Dr. Matt Stover announced five principal appointments for the upcoming school year, all experienced administrators with long-time ties to the district.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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April 25, 2023 13:24
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| Public Comments on Highway Projects Being Received |
Comments from the public on proposed highway projects are now being received by the Gaston-Cleveland-Lincoln Metropolitan Planning Organization.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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April 25, 2023 07:10
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| Revaluation Appeal Deadline is Friday |
"A lot of people complain--but not many do anything about it!" You've no doubt heard that comment about many things, and you've surely had many people complain about the revaluation of their property. If you believe your revaluation of property in Lincoln County was in error, the deadline for filing a formal written appeal is noon this Friday (April 28th).
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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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April 24, 2023 13:34
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| Land Search & Drone Team Assist In Locating Elderly Man |
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Land Search and Drone Team assisted in locating an elderly man who walked away from his home in the early morning hours today.
Monday, April 24, 2023
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April 25, 2023 07:11
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| Driver Charged in April 13th Hit & Run Fatality |
A Hickory man has been charged with felony hit & run in connection with a fatality on NC 70 east of Conover on the night of April 13th.
Saturday, April 22, 2023
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April 21, 2023 11:09
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| City Tax Rate Will Drop--But Your Tax Bill Will Increase |
While nothing is finalized yet, and won't be until after a public hearing and vote by the City Council, the property tax rate in Lincolnton, like that of Lincoln County, will decrease for fiscal 2024--but with revaluation showing higher values, your property tax bill will increase.
Saturday, April 22, 2023
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April 21, 2023 10:04
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| CS Teacher Will Attend Supreme Court Summer Institute |
Lindsay Presnell, Social Studies teacher at Maiden High School, was recently selected to attend the Supreme Court Summer Institute in Washington, D.C., hosted by Street Law this June.
Thursday, April 20, 2023
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April 19, 2023 10:07
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| LEDA Proposal Was Surprise at Monday's Commission Meeting |
It had been talked about before--but a proposal put forth at Monday night's (April 17th) meeting of Lincoln County Commissioners still caught them by surprise. Cliff Brumfield of LEDA and others addressed Commissioners about bringing a vocational education building and more vo-ed programs to the Lincoln Campus of Gaston College.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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April 19, 2023 21:45
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| Food, Wine & Brew Fest Postponed |
Lincolnton's Food, Wine & Brew Fest that had been scheduled for Saturday (April 22nd) has been postponed until September 23rd. Cherryville's Cherry Blossom Festival will still be held Friday night & Saturday.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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April 20, 2023 15:13
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| Gaston County Shooting Incidents (Updated) |
Police in Gaston County have filed charges in two shooting incidents. Two men are in jail in Gaston County and a man sought in the other has been apprehended in Florida according to news releases from the Gastonia and Gaston County police departments.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
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| GPD Detectives Ask For Public's Help Identifying Man Found Deceased On April 4 |
Today, April 18, 2023, investigators are releasing information about tattoos found on the man’s body and are asking the public for any information that may help to identify him.
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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April 17, 2023 18:25
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| Food, Wine & Brew Fest
[UPDATE: postponed until September] |
UPDATE: The Downtown Development Association's 2023 Food, Wine & Brew Fest in downtown Lincolnton has now been postponed until Sept. 23rd.
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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April 20, 2023 15:26
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| Teacher Charged for Indecent Liberties With Children |
Lincolnton Police have charged a teacher with taking indecent liberties with students at Battleground School.
Monday, April 17, 2023
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April 16, 2023 18:29
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| Safety Awards Presented to Local Employers |
The North Carolina Department of Labor recognized Lincoln County employers and employees at the agency’s annual safety awards banquet sponsored by the Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce and held last Wednesday (April 12th).
Monday, April 17, 2023
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April 16, 2023 12:32
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| Commissioners Agree on 12¢ Reduction in Tax Rate |
It hasn't received final approval yet--but based on discussions at Friday's (April 14th) Lincoln County Commissioners meeting, Lincoln County property tax bills will be going up this year.
Monday, April 17, 2023
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April 17, 2023 04:25
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| Riverbend Project Gets Green Light from Gaston |
Gaston County Commissioners rejected the disapproval of the County Planning Board and residents of the area who spoke at two community meetings and a public hearing, and approved a rezoning request that will allow a major industrial and housing complex on the Lincoln-Gaston County line.
Friday, April 14, 2023
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April 14, 2023 09:15
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| Missing Juvenile Located & Returned Home |
The juvenile has been located safe and returned to her mother. Thanks for all the help.
Friday, April 14, 2023
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April 17, 2023 08:06
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| What To Do About Canine & Feline Diabetes |
Can dogs get diabetes? What about cats? Yes, to both. You bet. It’s not uncommon at all, according to local vet Dr. Mark Epstein.
Friday, April 14, 2023
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April 13, 2023 15:20
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| Detectives Asking For Help In Locating Missing Juvenile |
According to her parent, Sydney Grace Music left home sometime after 5 a.m. on the morning of April 13, 2023. It is unknown where she might be or who she might be with.
Friday, April 14, 2023
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April 13, 2023 15:29
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| Five-Year-Old Child Safe After Being Taken From Home |
A five-year-old child has been found safe after being taken from the home of her grandmother who had temporary custody of the child while the case was in court.
Friday, April 14, 2023
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April 13, 2023 11:30
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| Pedestrian Killed by Hit & Run Driver |
A Conover man was killed when struck by a vehicle on US 70 Thursday night.
Friday, April 14, 2023
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April 14, 2023 09:18
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| Woman Arrested for Armed Robbery |
Officers from the Gastonia Police Department have charged 24-year-old Laparis Carothers of Gastonia for the armed robbery of a gas station on N. Chester Street last Wednesday.
Thursday, April 13, 2023
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April 14, 2023 09:20
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| Vale Woman Charged with Attempted Armed Robbery |
A Catsquare area woman has been charged with atttempted armed robbery of a Gastonia restaurant on Monday of last week.
Thursday, April 13, 2023
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April 14, 2023 09:16
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| Citizen Complaints Lead To Drug Investigation, One Arrest |
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office narcotics investigators arrested a Cherryville man Tuesday, April 11, 2023, on drug charges following a six month long investigation.
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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April 11, 2023 14:00
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| Council Postpones Hearing |
The Cherryville City Council postponed a public hearing related to a proposed lithium mine at their Monday night (April 10th) meeting.
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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April 14, 2023 09:23
