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Rutherford Emergency Crews Handle 569 Calls During Holiday Weekend
Over the past 48 hours of the Fourth of July holiday weekend, emergency responders across Rutherford County handled 569 emergency and administrative calls, according to a local emergency services data report obtained by WCAB News.
Annie Dance
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Cleveland County Paramedic Killed in Ambulance Crash on Highway 74
A Cleveland County paramedic was killed and another was injured after an ambulance was involved in a crash Monday morning in Gaston County.
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Crockpot Chicken Rangoon
This Crockpot Chicken Rangoon over rice takes all the creamy, sweet, and savory flavors of classic crab rangoon and turns them into an easy slow-cooker meal. [1] Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 3-4 hours | Yield: 4 servings [1, 2] Ingredients Chicken: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Cream Cheese: Two 8 oz blocks, softened to room temperature Sour Cream: .5 cup Soy Sauce: 2 tablespoons Sweet Thai Chili Sauce: .5 cup (plus extra for drizzling) Garlic: 3 clo
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Crime Instead of Celebration: Fourth of July Shooting Erupts at Property Long Plagued by Criminal Activity
What should have been a day of celebrating Independence Day instead turned violent in Rutherford County after two people were shot at a property already known to law enforcement for repeated criminal activity.
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Local News
Cleveland County Paramedic Killed in Ambulance Crash on Highway 74
A Cleveland County paramedic was killed and another was injured after an ambulance was involved in a crash Monday morning in Gaston County.
1 min read
Crockpot Chicken Rangoon
This Crockpot Chicken Rangoon over rice takes all the creamy, sweet, and savory flavors of classic crab rangoon and turns them into an easy slow-cooker meal. [1] Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 3-4 hours | Yield: 4 servings [1, 2] Ingredients Chicken: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Cream Cheese: Two 8 oz blocks, softened to room temperature Sour Cream: .5 cup Soy Sauce: 2 tablespoons Sweet Thai Chili Sauce: .5 cup (plus extra for drizzling) Garlic: 3 clo
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Crime Instead of Celebration: Fourth of July Shooting Erupts at Property Long Plagued by Criminal Activity
What should have been a day of celebrating Independence Day instead turned violent in Rutherford County after two people were shot at a property already known to law enforcement for repeated criminal activity.
2 min read
Regional News
U.S. Marshals Increase Reward for Wanted Murder Suspect
Authorities are asking for the public's help in locating a man wanted in connection with a 2024 homicide, and the reward for information leading to his arrest has now increased to $6,000.
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NC Lawmakers Unveil $34.4 Billion Budget Deal
North Carolina legislative leaders on Tuesday released a long-awaited $34.4 billion state budget agreement that would provide broad pay raises for teachers and state employees, continue personal income tax reductions, invest more than $700 million in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, and expand funding for public safety, education, and healthcare programs.
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Lake Lure Is Still Rebuilding from Helene, Officials Say, But Progress Is Visible
When Hurricane Helene tore through the North Carolina mountains on Sept. 27, 2024, it left Lake Lure nearly unrecognizable.
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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
Jettie Conner
Jettie “Rose” Conner, age 89, of Bostic, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City. Rose was born Wednesday, September 16, 1936 in Polk County, to the late Thomas Elmer Goode and Johnnie Hays Goode. She worked as a caretaker for many years and had a heart to help others. As an active member of Second Baptist Church, she lived out her Christian faith by being involved in several church ministries. Rose enjoyed collecting antiques an
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Kevin Lee Schmersahl
Kevin Lee Schmersahl passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026 at home. Born on February 21, 1951 in Baytown, Texas to Jacob and Dorothy Schmersahl (deceased). Left to cherish his memory Robin Schmersahl (Wife), Jacob Schmersahl (Kyla) – (Son), Amy Schmersahl (Daughter), Addison Schmersahl (Granddaughter), Jerry (Linda) – (Brother), Donald R Rusk (Father in law), Don Rusk (Ann) – (Brother in law), Joy Bennett (Don) – (Sister in law), many nieces and nephews, and his special fur ba
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Andrew Wyatt
Andrew “Drew” Wyatt, age 51, of Spindale, passed away Friday, June 26, 2026 at Fry Medical Center in Hickory, NC. Andrew was born Sunday, July 21, 1974 in Cleveland County to Cynthia Spratt Holland who resides in Spindale and to the late Andrew Wyatt, Sr. He worked as a welder for various local manufacturers. Andrew was a member of the First Baptist Church in Spartanburg and also enjoyed attending the Restoration Church of Forest City. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed wat
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