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MCSO Warns of Individuals Making Unsolicited House Calls, Posing as Cleaning Product Demonstrators in our Area
The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office has received reports of two female individuals going door-to-door, posing as cleaning product service providers and offering free sample cleanings in exchange for business reviews.
Tanya Templeton
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MCSO Warns of Individuals Making Unsolicited House Calls, Posing as Cleaning Product Demonstrators in our Area
The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office has received reports of two female individuals going door-to-door, posing as cleaning product service providers and offering free sample cleanings in exchange for business reviews.
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Marion Man Charged with Drug Possession
Deputy William Guzman with the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office charged 38-year old Daniel Scott Swink of Marion with the following:
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Marion Man Charged with Felony Death by Distribution
A McDowell County Sheriff’s Office death investigation stemming from an incident last summer has concluded after toxic levels of illegal drugs were determined to be the cause of death.
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Local News
MCSO Warns of Individuals Making Unsolicited House Calls, Posing as Cleaning Product Demonstrators in our Area
The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office has received reports of two female individuals going door-to-door, posing as cleaning product service providers and offering free sample cleanings in exchange for business reviews.
1 min read
Marion Man Charged with Drug Possession
Deputy William Guzman with the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office charged 38-year old Daniel Scott Swink of Marion with the following:
1 min read
Marion Man Charged with Felony Death by Distribution
A McDowell County Sheriff’s Office death investigation stemming from an incident last summer has concluded after toxic levels of illegal drugs were determined to be the cause of death.
1 min read
Regional News
Ford Recall
Ford drivers listen up! The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced Ford will be recalling over 250,000 vehicles.
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Mooresville mayor at Center of Growing Calls for State Investigation
Mounting controversies surrounding Mooresville Mayor Chris Carney have intensified calls for an independent state investigation, as questions about police conduct, internal town disputes, and potential conflicts of interest continue to surface.
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New Homeland Security Secretary Sworn Into Office
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) welcomed the confirmation and swearing-in of Secretary Markwayne Mullin as the new head of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on March 24.
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Business News
Supreme Court Voids Trump Emergency Tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court on Feb. 20 struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs imposed under a federal emergency powers law, ruling 6-3 that the Constitution gives Congress — not the president — the power to levy import taxes.
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Report: Tariffs are $695M Risk to North Carolina Farmers
Plausible reductions in agricultural exports because of retaliatory trade policies stemming from aggressive U.S. tariffs could cost North Carolina farmers $695 million, a new report says.
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North Carolina Tops Nation for Workforce Development
North Carolina has been named the number one state for workforce development in 2026 by Site Selection magazine, following its 2025 ranking as “America’s Top State for Business.”
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Obituaries
Pamela Tomblin Rogers
Pamela Tomblin Rogers, age 76, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at her home. Pam was born Tuesday, September 13, 1949 in Rutherford County to the late Elbert Tomblin and Lynell Jonas Tomblin. She was a graduate of R-S Central High School, class of 1967. She worked for the Rutherford County Mental Health Office for many years as the administrator over medical records. She was a longtime member of Tanner’s Grove Community Church. Pam enjoyed crocheting, cross stich and lov
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Keith Downey
Keith Downey, age 59, of Forest City, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City. Keith was born Saturday, June 25, 1966 in Rutherford County to the late James Russell Downey and Janice Keeter Downey. He was a graduate of Chase High School, class of 1984 and was of the Baptist faith. Keith was an Associate at BMW for over twenty-seven years. He enjoyed camping, trips to the beach and any outdoor activity. Keith could fix about an
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Kay Dobbins Greene
Kay Dobbins Greene, age 91, of Forest City, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at the Fair Haven Home in Bostic. Kay was born Sunday, December 30, 1934 in Rutherford County to the late Robert Henry “Bob” Dobbins and Ethel White Dobbins. She was a graduate of Harris High School, class of 1953. Kay worked in management and sales for Tupperware for over forty years and was a Special Education Instructor for Isothermal Community College. She was an active and faithful member of
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