https://www.lincolnherald.com Be up to date with the latest news from Lincolnton en Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:59:07 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/hebrews-111-march-5  Hebrews 11:1 March 5: Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-winter-17099.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/hebrews-111-march-5 Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:57:43 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/dont-forget-to-change-your-clocks-batteries-this-weekend-2  LINCOLNTON, N.C. – Daylight Savings Time starts this Sunday, March 8 at 2 a.m. Move your clocks ahead one hour before you go to bed Saturday night.Fire departments in the area also want to remind residents that it’s time to change t... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/spring-forward-12247.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/dont-forget-to-change-your-clocks-batteries-this-weekend-2 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:39:13 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/lhs-varsity-girls-soccer  LHS Varsity Girls SoccerLHS  3, Shelby 1 Lincolnton was led by senior Kaysi Arya-Jimenez with 2 goals and an assist to Junior Ashly Cortez for the first goal of the game. Sophomore goalie Jordyn Avery had 8 saves on 9 shots on goal to impr... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lhs-soccer-64634.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/lhs-varsity-girls-soccer Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:02:56 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/mustangs-win-6-2-against-north-lincoln-jvs-tie East Lincoln High School Mustangs picked up an impressive 6-2 extra-inning victory over conference rival North Lincoln High School Knights in a hard-fought varsity matchup.East Lincoln came out strong, plating two runs in the opening inning to set th... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/softball-95663.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/mustangs-win-6-2-against-north-lincoln-jvs-tie Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:41:57 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/nchsaa-basketball-playoffs MENS 5-A·       Jay M. Robinson 54 , East Lincoln 53MENS 3-A·       East Surry 56, Lincolnton 48MENS 4-A·       Central Davidson 57, Lincol... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/nchsaa-basketball-playoffs-76703.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/nchsaa-basketball-playoffs Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:26:03 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/city-of-lincolnton-curbside-loose-leaf-collection-season-has-ended  The City of Lincolnton Public Works Department has announced that the city’s curbside loose leaf collection season has officially come to an end as of March 4, 2026.City officials expressed their appreciation to residents for their cooper... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/leaf-collection-51671.jpg CityofLincolnton@LincolnHerald.com (City of Lincolnton) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/city-of-lincolnton-curbside-loose-leaf-collection-season-has-ended Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:54:32 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/shoplifting-at-dollar-general-on-union-road GASTONIA––Another Dollar General has been the target of a clearly co-ordinated robbery.According to a Wednesday statement from the Gaston County Police Department, this latest larceny of multiple items occurred Feb. 27 at about 4:03 ... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/dollar-general-thefts-48226.jpg thomaslark68@gmail.com (Editor , Thomas) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/shoplifting-at-dollar-general-on-union-road Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:48:07 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/carolina-caring-foundation-hosts-5th-annual-flights-bites-fundraiser  HICKORY, N.C.—Members of the community are invited to attend an evening of exceptional food, wine, and meaningful impact at Carolina Caring Foundation’s 5th annual “Flights & Bites” fundraiser. The event will take pl... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/flights-bites-2026-85820.jpg carolinacaring@lincolnherald.com (Carolina Caring) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/carolina-caring-foundation-hosts-5th-annual-flights-bites-fundraiser Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:26:32 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/primary-election-results-for-lincoln-county  LINCOLNTON––The results from Tuesday’s Republican primary election for Lincoln County are in.And the watchword for this year, at least locally, looks to be “change.” According to the North Carolina State Board of E... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/election-98263.jpg thomaslark68@gmail.com (Editor , Thomas) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/primary-election-results-for-lincoln-county Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:06:44 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/charles-richard-harrelson LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Charles Richard Harrelson, age 87, of Long Shoals Road in Lincolnton, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026.His funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2026, with Pastor Justin Scoggins officiating. Bu... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/charlesrichardharrelson22-92405.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/charles-richard-harrelson Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:50:04 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/mckendree-methodist-womens-fundraiser-march-7 McKendree Methodist Women’s Fundraiser, Saturday, March 7: Our Women’s Group will be hosting a Yard Sale / Breakfast Fundraiser on beginning at 6 a.m. until we run out of items to sell. The church is located at 3537 Maiden Highway, Lincol... Classified https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/yard-sale-breakfast-76710.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/mckendree-methodist-womens-fundraiser-march-7 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:54:55 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-march-4 Bible Verse Of The Day March 4 – Luke 9:23-24 Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever lose... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-winter-11320.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-march-4 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:34:47 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/land-grants-and-early-history-of-crouse CROUSE––We’ve shown how the community that eventually became Crouse formed in the 1700’s.According to spokeswoman Mona Ramsey of the Crouse Community History and Photo Project, the farms, mills, trades and clearings along... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/crouse-history-3824.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/land-grants-and-early-history-of-crouse Tue, 03 Mar 2026 23:43:19 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/primary-election-live-results-2026   Primary election night is here! Starting at 7:30 p.m. when the polls close Lincoln County residents can tune in live through this article to watch the results unfold in real-time. With high interest in this year’s races LincolnHeral... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/electionresultslive2026-a-37124.jpg jaydellinger@unitedg.com (Jay) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/primary-election-live-results-2026 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:48:24 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/gcpd-seeks-help-in-local-larceny-case-1 DALLAS––The Gaston County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in a local larceny case.According to a Tuesday statement from the department, on Sunday, Feb. 22, a rare $500 bill that is actually worth an estimated $1,... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/gc-police-larceny-43600.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/gcpd-seeks-help-in-local-larceny-case-1 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:01:12 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-march-3-2-corinthians-521 Bible Verse Of The Day March 3 –  2 Corinthians 5:21 God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-winter-64047.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-march-3-2-corinthians-521 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:30:40 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bobbie-jean-gilliam LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Bobbie Jean Gilliam, 60, of Lincolnton, North Carolina transitioned peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Robin Johnson House.She was born on August 17, 1965, in Cleveland County to Walker Gilliam, Jr. and Barbara Ann Cam... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obits-women-013-87824.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bobbie-jean-gilliam Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:14:49 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/nellie-hunter-lofton IRON STATION, N.C.—Nellie Hunter Lofton, 90, of Iron Station transitioned peacefully on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Lincoln County on December 9, 1935 to the late Ulysses Hunter and B... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obits-women-012-51939.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/nellie-hunter-lofton Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:11:53 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/two-arrested-following-investigation-into-childs-narcotics-exposure  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 24-year-old Alyssa Woody and Brandon Treadway, both of Lincoln County, following an investigation into the exposure of narcotics to a 19-month-old child. The identity... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/treadway-and-woody-67788.jpg LincolnCountySheriffsOffice@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln County Sheriff's Office) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/two-arrested-following-investigation-into-childs-narcotics-exposure Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:57:23 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/gcpd-seeks-help-in-trailer-theft-case-3  GASTONIA––The Gaston County Police Department seeks help with yet another recent utility trailer theft.According to a Tuesday statement from the GCPD that cites security camera footage, on Feb. 21 at 4:30 a.m., a black Dodge “... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/trailer-theft-2-39035.jpg thomaslark68@gmail.com (Editor , Thomas) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/gcpd-seeks-help-in-trailer-theft-case-3 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:18:35 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/irene-frye-still-missing-one-year-later SHELBY––It’s been a year now since Irene Frye went missing.According to a Friday statement from the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office, Frye, now 66, was reported missing in February of last year, and she is yet to be foun... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/irene-frye-21029.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/irene-frye-still-missing-one-year-later Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:08:26 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-march-2-jeremiah-177  Bible Verse Of The Day March 2 – Jeremiah 17:7 “But blessed is the one who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-winter-89745.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-march-2-jeremiah-177 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:27:15 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/east-lincoln-men-advance-to-regional-semifinal-women-fall-short 5-AEast Lincoln High School 50, Crest High School 42The Mustangs saved their best for last.After a tightly contested first three quarters that saw multiple lead changes and deadlocks, East Lincoln exploded in the fourth quarter, pouring in 25 points ... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/east-lincoln-text-73460.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/east-lincoln-men-advance-to-regional-semifinal-women-fall-short Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:45:53 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-march-1-james-516  Bible Verse Of The Day March 1 – James 5:16Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.  Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-winter-84161.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-march-1-james-516 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:16:22 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/whats-happening-march-1-15 LINCOLNTON, N.C. and More! Check out upcoming events in our area during March. Be sure to look at future events for advance tickets, etc. If you would like to have your event included in this column please Email your information to us at LH@Lincolnhe... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/whats-happening-march-002-3770.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/whats-happening-march-1-15 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:29:09 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/church-events-march-1-15 LINCOLNTON, N.C. – Check out upcoming events at our local churches during March. Be sure to look at future events for advance tickets, etc. If you would like to have your event included in this column please Email your information to us at LH@L... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/church-events-mckendree-mc-15832.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/church-events-march-1-15 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:36:18 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/andy-ray-williamson  LINCOLNTON, N.C.— Andy Ray Williamson, age 71, of Hill Road in Lincolnton, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026.A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, March 8, 2026, a Grace Baptist Church with Rev. Bobby Jones and Chad Johnson offic... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/andy-ray-williamson-93797.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/andy-ray-williamson Sat, 28 Feb 2026 19:07:17 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/william-reardon It seems only fitting that on Black History Month that we honor black patriots who fought in the Revolution and what better place to start than right here in Lincoln County. William Redman was a patriot who fought in the Revolution in both North and ... Features https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/william-reardonjpg-8786.jpg features@lincolnherald.com (Jennifer Baker, DAR Vesuvius Furnace) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/william-reardon Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:49:31 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-february-28-james-313 Bible Verse Of The Day February 28 – James 3:13Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-winter-43288.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-february-28-james-313 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 16:18:30 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/madison-cogan-surprised-with-25000-scholarship Excitement filled the air in Denver, North Carolina, yesterday as Chick-fil-A, Inc. CEO Andrew T. Cathy made a special stop that turned an ordinary afternoon into an unforgettable moment.On February 26, Cathy walked into Chick-fil-A Denver with a lif... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/madison-cogan-10648.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/madison-cogan-surprised-with-25000-scholarship Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:13:55 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/wolves-boys-advance-lady-wolves-season-ends Postseason play brought both celebration and heartbreak this week for the Lincolnton Wolves, as the boys advanced in the state playoffs while the girls saw their season come to a close after a strong campaign.Wolves Boys Advance with Impressive Win O... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lincolnton-wolves-50188.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/wolves-boys-advance-lady-wolves-season-ends Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:42:25 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/mustangs-roll-past-parkwood-advance-to-sectional-final The East Lincoln boys powered past Parkwood High School 65-48 in Denver, using a dominant first half to secure their spot in the sectional final.The Mustangs jumped out early, outscoring Parkwood 23-13 in the opening quarter and carrying a 41-26 adva... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/east-lincoln-basketball-77823.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/mustangs-roll-past-parkwood-advance-to-sectional-final Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:05:49 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/president-trumps-state-of-the-union-speech-lackluster-on-affordability-but-makes-dems-look-crazy  I watched President Trump’s State of the Union speech on Tuesday night (February 24, 2026) and, overall, thought he had some bright spots.  President Trump recognized a variety of American heroes, including the Coast Guard officer wh... Opinion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/eric-state-of-union-82845.jpg ericnachamie69@icloud.com (Eric Nachamie) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/president-trumps-state-of-the-union-speech-lackluster-on-affordability-but-makes-dems-look-crazy Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:00:45 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/upcoming-community-involvement-meetings-for-march  The following are two upcoming community involvement meetings in preparation for the applicant’s rezoning request and associated public hearing. Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6 p.m.Virtual Meeting – Visit Website:https://www.linco... Classified https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/community-involvement-meetings-44898.jpg Joshua.Grant@lincolncountync.gov (Joshua L. Grant, MPA Lincoln County Planning & Inspections Manager) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/upcoming-community-involvement-meetings-for-march Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:11:08 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/lincoln-countys-second-positive-rabies-case-of-2026  LINCOLNTON, N.C.— Lincoln County Animal Services has confirmed the county’s second rabies case of 2026. On Thursday, February 19, Animal Services responded to a call regarding a skunk on a resident’s porch located off of Lippa... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/rabies-skunk-54833.jpg lincolncountygovernment@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln County Government) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/lincoln-countys-second-positive-rabies-case-of-2026 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:49:10 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/catawba-seniors-morning-out-for-march HICKORY–Participants will enjoy a variety of activities in March including 1950’s & 1960’s Classics with Ukelele Ensemble with Hickory Music Factory. This project is supported by Arts Culture Catawba through the North Carolina A... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/catawba-seniors-morning-out-for-march-22143.jpg amccauley@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Government) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/catawba-seniors-morning-out-for-march Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:00:40 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/divine-comfort-wrapped-in-fur There are moments in life when love arrives without words, without explanation, just presence. Animals have a way of doing that. They sense what we cannot say out loud. They read the room of our hearts before we even recognize what we’re feelin... Features https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lisa-harper-musings-81562.jpg momtocam@gmail.com (Lisa Harper) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/divine-comfort-wrapped-in-fur Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:23:09 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-february-27-1-corinthians-1024  Bible Verse Of The Day February 27 – 1 Corinthians 10:24No one should seek their own good, but the good of others. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-winter-22055.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-february-27-1-corinthians-1024 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 16:15:29 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/east-lincoln-wins-first-game-of-the-2026-season-14-1 EAST LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOLFebruary 25, 2026Information Courtesy Mike FreemanEast Lincoln 14 - Newton Conover 11 2 3  4 5 6  7    R  H  EEast Lincoln            &n... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/softball-recap-32738.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/east-lincoln-wins-first-game-of-the-2026-season-14-1 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:29:02 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-february-26-hebrews-1211 Bible Verse Of The Day February 26 – Hebrews 12:11No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-winter-16847.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-february-26-hebrews-1211 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 16:13:21 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/application-deadline-approaches-for-magnet-schools-and-academies  GASTONIA, N.C. – Friday, March 6 at 5:00 p.m. is the deadline for parents to submit an application for Gaston County Schools’ magnet schools and academy programs.The magnet schools and academies are connected to six themes: careers,... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/magnet-schools-and-academies-2-92058.jpg tthagans@gaston.k12.nc.us (Todd Hagans, Chief Communications Officer, Gaston County Schools) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/application-deadline-approaches-for-magnet-schools-and-academies Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:31:28 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/choral-students-take-part-in-mars-hill-festival  LINCOLNTON––They’re making a joyful noise.They’re the members of the Lincolnton High School Chorus. And according to Shane Stephens, they’re doing a beautiful job of it, too. The director of choral and drama activi... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lhs-mars-hill-1-27801.jpg thomaslark68@gmail.com (Editor , Thomas) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/choral-students-take-part-in-mars-hill-festival Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:07:15 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/kmpd-search-warrant-yields-cache-of-cannabis KINGS MOUNTAIN––A recently-executed search warrant yielded a significant cache of cannabis.According to a Tuesday statement from City of Kings Mountain spokesman Gabriel Thomas, the Kings Mountain Police Department used the warr... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/cannabis-2-43001.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/kmpd-search-warrant-yields-cache-of-cannabis Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:09:42 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-february-25-isaiah-68 Bible Verse Of The Day February 25 – Isaiah 6:8Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I said, "Here am I. Send me!" Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-winter-4978.jpg https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-february-25-isaiah-68 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 16:08:12 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/armed-fentanyl-trafficker-gets-13-years CHARLOTTE––A Charlotte man was sentenced last week in connection with armed fentanyl-trafficking activity.According to spokeswoman Lia Bantavani of the North Carolina Western District United States Attorney’s Office, Shame... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/fentanyl-doj-24549.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/armed-fentanyl-trafficker-gets-13-years Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:34:11 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/home-repairmen-sentenced-for-tax-fraud CHARLOTTE––Two Charlotte-based home repairmen were sentenced last week in connection with tax fraud.According to spokeswoman Lia Bantavani of the North Carolina Western District United States Attorney’s Office, David Angelo Quick, 4... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/fraud-18120.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/home-repairmen-sentenced-for-tax-fraud Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:25:14 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/ms-13-leaders-sentenced-for-racketeering CHARLOTTE––Two leaders of a dangerous Latin American-based gang were sentenced last week.According to spokeswoman Lia Bantavani of the North Carolina Western District United States Attorney’s Office, Fredy Mauricio Baruca, 27, ... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/ms-13-leaders-sentenced-f-65787.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/ms-13-leaders-sentenced-for-racketeering Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:05:39 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/atrium-health-eases-masking-requirements-and-visitor-restrictions  CHARLOTTE, N.C. — After observing a steady decrease in respiratory illness cases among our patients and teammates, beginning 7 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 25, all Atrium Health locations are lifting temporary masking and visitor restrictions in... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/atrium-95782.jpg atrium@lincolnherald.com (Atrium Health) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/atrium-health-eases-masking-requirements-and-visitor-restrictions Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:27:17 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/north-lincoln-girls-winter-track-team-takes-1st-place-at-states  CHAPEL Hill - The North Lincoln High School girls' winter track team took 1st place at the NCHSAA state 5A girls Indoor Track and Field Championship on Feb. 18 at the JDL Fast Track in Winston-Salem on.This is the first indoor track title in Li... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/north-lincoln-girls-winter-track-team-91293.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/north-lincoln-girls-winter-track-team-takes-1st-place-at-states Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:18:21 -0500 https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/public-notice-change-of-location  PUBLIC NOTICE - CHANGE OF LOCATIONNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners Public Hearing – Zoning scheduled for Monday, March 2, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. will be held at the James W. Warren Citizens Center Auditori... Classified https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/public-notice-change-33362.jpg lincolncountygovernment@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln County Government) https://www.lincolnherald.com/story/public-notice-change-of-location Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:00:59 -0500