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Exclusive: Forest City Man Accused of Using Vehicle in Assault with Intent to Kill
A Forest City man is facing a felony assault charge after authorities alleged he used a vehicle as a deadly weapon during an incident in Rutherford County, according to court records (case number 26CR308098-800).
Annie Dance
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Latest News
Lt. Tom Hester Retires
On May 15, 2026, the Burke County Sheriff’s Office proudly recognized and congratulates Lt. Tom Hester on his retirement after 20 years of dedicated service from 2006-2026.
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2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run
The Law Enforcement Torch Run® (LETR) for Special Olympics is the largest year-round public awareness and grassroots fundraising campaign for Special Olympics
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Moore touts FEMA funding for Rutherford County
U.S. Rep. Tim Moore highlighted more than $4 million in federal disaster recovery funding for Rutherford County in his latest weekly update, while also promoting law enforcement legislation and banking reforms during a weekly update from Washington.
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Local News
Lt. Tom Hester Retires
On May 15, 2026, the Burke County Sheriff’s Office proudly recognized and congratulates Lt. Tom Hester on his retirement after 20 years of dedicated service from 2006-2026.
1 min read
2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run
The Law Enforcement Torch Run® (LETR) for Special Olympics is the largest year-round public awareness and grassroots fundraising campaign for Special Olympics
2 min read
Moore touts FEMA funding for Rutherford County
U.S. Rep. Tim Moore highlighted more than $4 million in federal disaster recovery funding for Rutherford County in his latest weekly update, while also promoting law enforcement legislation and banking reforms during a weekly update from Washington.
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Regional News
𝗡𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗼
The operation resulted in the seizure of illegal narcotics and weapons, leading to the arrest of 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗼𝗻.
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One Step Closer - Lake Lure's Phase Two of the Lake Reopening Process
Town Council approved “Phase Two” of the Lake Lure Reopening Process.
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Asheville Community Mourning Loss of Christopher “Rorey” Hipps
The Asheville community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Christopher Rorey Hipps, affectionately known by many friends as “Mark Smallberg,” after he was found dead beneath the Haywood Road bridge on May 9.
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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
William "Bill" Mask
William “Bill” Mask, age 85, of Ellenboro, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026 at his home.
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Mary Ann Head
Mary Ann Head, beloved wife, mother, and Mawmaw, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on May 13, 2026, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. She was born July 27, 1969, in Rutherford County to Mary Ruth Bradley and Johnny Harrison Bradley. She was preceded in death by her two brothers, Michael and John Boy Bradley, and her sister, Tracy Carkees. Mary Ann was a faithful member of Harmon Street Baptist Church and had a strong faith in Jesus Christ. While our hearts will m
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Genell Holtzclaw Henson
Genell Holtzclaw Henson passed on May 11, 2026. Born on Nov 8, 1928 in Cliffside, NC, she married Grady Lee Henson of Harris, NC in 1947. Genell joined Grady in Panama where he was stationed after his service in WW2. She cared for her children Michael and Lavon while Grady served in Korea, then they were stationed as a family in Augsburg and Ulm Germany. Eventually, returning to Forest City, Genell began a long career in nursing at Rutherford Hospital. Genell loved talking ab
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