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Task Force Report Outlines Path for Meeting North Carolina’s Growing Energy Demand
A state task force formed by Gov. Josh Stein has released an interim report offering early recommendations aimed at keeping electricity in North Carolina affordable, reliable and cleaner as demand rises.

Annie Dance
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Young Driver
What could have been a tragedy turned into one of those “how in the world” moments when a 12-year-old boy was pulled over in Union County after he tried to drive himself to school yesterday morning.
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Scam Warning
As police and sheriff’s departments around Rutherford County announce a scam has or is occurring in their county, we make sure we make our citizens aware of the latest scam.
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Armed Fentanyl Trafficker Sentenced After Lengthy Federal Case
A Charlotte man convicted on federal gun and drug charges was sentenced Wednesday to 13 years in prison following a case that stretched across more than two years of court proceedings, according to court records.
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Local News


Young Driver
What could have been a tragedy turned into one of those “how in the world” moments when a 12-year-old boy was pulled over in Union County after he tried to drive himself to school yesterday morning.
1 min read


Scam Warning
As police and sheriff’s departments around Rutherford County announce a scam has or is occurring in their county, we make sure we make our citizens aware of the latest scam.
1 min read


Armed Fentanyl Trafficker Sentenced After Lengthy Federal Case
A Charlotte man convicted on federal gun and drug charges was sentenced Wednesday to 13 years in prison following a case that stretched across more than two years of court proceedings, according to court records.
2 min read
Regional News


Task Force Report Outlines Path for Meeting North Carolina’s Growing Energy Demand
A state task force formed by Gov. Josh Stein has released an interim report offering early recommendations aimed at keeping electricity in North Carolina affordable, reliable and cleaner as demand rises.
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Lake Lure Council Thanks Storm Responders, Makes Board Appointments
The town council of Lake Lure met on Feb. 10 and adopted a proclamation thanking public works and emergency personnel who responded to back-to-back winter storms, while handling routine advisory board updates and appointments, according to details confirmed by town officials.
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FBI Warns Public About Rise in Romance Scams
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is urging the public to remain alert to romance scams, a form of fraud in which criminals create fake online identities to build relationships and then exploit victims financially or for personal information.
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Business News


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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State data show gap between job announcements and jobs delivered in North Carolina
As North Carolina leaders highlight a record number of job announcements, state economic data show a growing disconnect between promises made and jobs ultimately delivered, particularly within the state’s primary incentive program.
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Obituaries


Joseph "Joey" Vickers
Joseph “Joey” Vickers, age 78, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026 at his home. Joey was born on Sunday, December 14, 1947 in Rutherford County, to the late Grover Vickers and Lillie Burgess Vickers. He served honorably in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War. Joey worked for various textile mills for several years. Later, he became the owner and operator of Sandy Mush Rugs. He served as a volunteer fireman for the Sandy Mush Fire Department fo
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Beverly E. Hartford
Beverly E. Hartford, age 78, of Bostic, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026 at the Terra Bella Senior Living Center in Hendersonville, NC. Born April 10, 1947 in Watertown, South Dakota to the Helmer and Leona Anderson. She was preceded in death by her son, Michael Shane Hartford and by her stepfather, Leo Avendt. She is survived by her grandchildren, Joshua Hartford, Megan Norvell and Logan Kelly; daughter-in-law, Tina Kelly; great grandchildren, Hannah, Brayden, Grayson,
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Sandy G McBrayer
Sandy Greene McBrayer, age 80, of Mooresboro, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026 at Atrium Health-Cleveland in Shelby. Sandy was born Thursday, June 7, 1945 in Greer, SC to the late Austin Greene and Elizabeth Mae White Greene. She was a graduate of Chase High School, class of 1963. Sandy was a dedicated homemaker who loved taking care of her family. Sandy enjoyed working on crafts and cooking for others. For many years, she would make pies and dressing for the Grace of Go
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