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An overdue honor
Take a journey back in time. Early voting kicks off on Thursday
Caldwell County's registered voters can start heading to the polls to cast early ballots later this week. Court denies White Fox rehearing
A petition for rehearing with the North Carolina Court of Appeals in the matter of White Fox Construction vs. Mountain Grove Baptist Church has been turned down. West Caldwell High evacuated after bomb threat phoned in
Tiffany Shirley Keeping watch
When a wildfire reaches great proportions and begins to be a little more than Caldwell County rangers with the N.C. Forest Service District office, local firefighters and bridge crews can handle, it's good to know they can call on reinforcements. Extra rain doesn't mean free burning
Caldwell County has received about 6 inches more rainfall this year than it had at the same time last year. That's good news, but it doesn't mean that people planning to do fall burning around their homes should let their guard down. There's always the potential for a small brush fire to spread and get out of hand in a hurry. Wig Bank will pay tribute to this year's Legacy honorees
The mere mention of the word "cancer" can evoke trepidation in even the most fearless people. That is primarily because, whether it's a friend, relative, loved one or through personal experience, most people have been touched by the disease in some way. Beck promoted to brigadier general
Caldwell County native Col. Gill Beck has been nominated by President Bush for promotion to brigadier general and has been assigned as the chief judge of the U.S. Army Court of Criminal Appeals. Hunter to get day in court
After more than two years, a first-degree murder case finally will go to trial. Cajah's Mountain wants to assist Sheriff's Office
Cathy Rhuberg, Correspondent Breast cancer awareness event scheduled
Paul Teague, Local News Editor Krider, Costin honored by Caldwell County Schools
Tiffany Shirley, Staff Writer No leads in murder of Granite Falls man
The investigation of a Granite Falls man's death last week in Long View is continuing, and no arrests have been made. Bike crash sends man to hospital
A Lenoir man injured in a motorcycle crash Monday night remains hospitalized at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte and is listed in critical condition. Education icons honored
One can never underestimate the power of education and the impact it has on the community. From the moment a child steps inside a classroom for the first time, what they find there will forever shape their lives, and that in turn affects the world around them. Broyhill deal approved
Caldwell County Commissioners unanimously approved tapping $500,000 from its undesignated general fund balance Monday to assist Broyhill Furniture and its parent company Furniture Brands International with a job-retention effort. A quarter of a century of education and guidance for teens
When it comes to today's youth, getting their attention isn't always easy. Unfortunately, what they don't know can hurt them, and that is why Caldwell Council on Adolescent Health exists. 'We wanted to help this community'
It's only October, but there's a parade on tap for Hudson. Department celebrates community
Much has changed at the North Catawba Fire and Rescue Department over the last 50 years. From the time the first fire truck was purchased in 1937 for a little more than $200, to its present day fleet of nine fire trucks and a boat, the department has come a long way from its humble beginnings. Some things at North Catawba, however, remain paramount: the unity of the firefighters and the belief in putting the safety of the community first. A proclamation of thanks
Michael Jordan, Charles Kuralt, Maya Angelou, the Rev. Billy Graham and Bob Timberlake. All are recipients of North Carolina's highest civilian honor – the Order of the Long Leaf Pine. Add George Greene's name to that list of who's who among North Carolinians. Firefighters show their safety skills
Shiny red fire trucks from all over the county lined the streets of downtown Lenoir Saturday, and it wasn't in response to an emergency. LPD foils robbery conspiracy
A plot to rob a local store Thursday evening was foiled by local law enforcement officers, and four suspects were taken into custody, with more arrests expected. Don't be a statistic
Fire safety should be stressed each and every day to avoid any possible disasters. Some victims released from hospital;
drivers facing more possible charges Moving forward
Two weeks have passed since Caldwell County Sheriff's Office Adam Klutz was killed while answering a 911 hang-up call in the Oak Hill community. Since then his parents, Sheila and Billy, have been trying to get their lives back in order as they cope with the loss of their only child. Five-star care ratings give parents extra peace of mind
When the school day is over, many working parents are faced with the dilemma of where to place their children until the workday is done. To prevent their children from coming home to empty houses or having to travel to an outside day-care facility, more and more parents are opting for the WrapAround Program in the Caldwell County Schools. Nuisance animal ordinance discussed
The Caldwell County Board of Health is weighing a nuisance animal ordinance as submitted by the Caldwell County Animal Care and Control. During Thursday night's meeting at the City-County Chambers in Lenoir, Animal Control Director Chad Barr reviewed a proposal that had been tabled in 2007, following a recommendation by a task force in 2005 that a nuisance ordinance be created. Rabies clinic set for Saturday at fairgrounds
Paul Teague, Local News Editor Caldwell County Library gets an upgrade
Laura Neal, Staff Writer Grassroots group wants to empower community
Paul Teague, Local News Editor Creating new ideas to improve the area
Ten years ago, even local law enforcement officers couldn't drive safely down some of the streets in Lenoir, much less walk them, but thanks to a collaborative effort from local law enforcement and community leaders, much has changed through the years. Department celebrating its golden year
North Catawba Fire and Rescue is observing 50 years of service to the Baton and Cajah's Mountain communities this year, and firefighters want the community to help them celebrate. Duke coach headlining luncheon
The ACC college basketball season is drawing near, and that means it's time for the annual Hospice/ACC Basketball Benefit Luncheon. This year's silver anniversary fund-raiser will have a tint of Duke blue to it. SBI probing Brinkley photo
A photo of Skip Brinkley's dead body that has been circulating locally via cellular telephones has drawn the ire of many who have received and seen the image. Conditions improve; restrictions ease a little
Residents who are looking to improve their yards this fall have received some good news. Caldwell unemployment rate rebounds in August
Caldwell County's unemployment in July jumped to the highest figure in the Unifour for the first time since December 2007, but it dropped in August. |
