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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.
Annie Dance
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Latest News
Spindale Police Needs Your Help
The Spindale Police Department requests your assistance in identifying the individual and vehicle involved in an incident at Tractor Supply in Spindale. Please provide any relevant information to (828)286-3464.
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Thousands Denied Access to $208M Energy Savings Program
Gov. Josh Stein announced the statewide expansion of a $208 million home-efficiency initiative, saying the Energy Saver North Carolina program is now open to eligible applicants in all 100 counties and aimed at reducing household utility costs while supporting jobs and environmental goals.
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Rutherford Co. School Board Advances AI Policy
The Rutherford County Board of Education approved a districtwide policy governing artificial intelligence use, adopted a midyear budget amendment and declared a district property surplus during its Feb. 3 meeting, actions officials said will guide technology integration and long-term facilities planning.
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Local News
Spindale Police Needs Your Help
The Spindale Police Department requests your assistance in identifying the individual and vehicle involved in an incident at Tractor Supply in Spindale. Please provide any relevant information to (828)286-3464.
1 min read
Thousands Denied Access to $208M Energy Savings Program
Gov. Josh Stein announced the statewide expansion of a $208 million home-efficiency initiative, saying the Energy Saver North Carolina program is now open to eligible applicants in all 100 counties and aimed at reducing household utility costs while supporting jobs and environmental goals.
2 min read
Rutherford Co. School Board Advances AI Policy
The Rutherford County Board of Education approved a districtwide policy governing artificial intelligence use, adopted a midyear budget amendment and declared a district property surplus during its Feb. 3 meeting, actions officials said will guide technology integration and long-term facilities planning.
2 min read
Regional News
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.
2 min read
State Report Shows Progress in Mental Health Services
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services recently released a report detailing progress in increasing access to quality mental health, developmental disability, and substance use services. The year-one progress report on the NCDHHS Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use Services (DMH/DD/SUS) 2024-2029 strategic plan highlights achievements in the seven priority areas geared toward creating a comprehensive mental health care s
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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
SFC Charlotte Rome Vick
SFC Charlotte Rome Vick (Ret) U.S. Army, age 65, of Lakeland, Florida passed away Monday, February 9, 2026 at the Wendover Hospice House in Shelby. Charlotte was born Wednesday, March 16, 1960 in Cleveland County to the late Claude Rome and Ostine Rome Gowan. She served her country honorably in the United States Army and retired as a Sergeant First Class. Charlotte was a part of the Grenada Invasion Force. She was a faithful member of Hopewell Baptist Church in Plant City, Fl
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Gary Paul
Gary Paul, age 75, of Union Mills, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. Gary was born Wednesday, April 12, 1950. He was a proud graduate of Augusta Military Academy in Ft. Defiance, Virginia. Later, Gary would work in the banking industry as a commercial loan officer for most of his life before retiring. He was of the Catholic Faith. Gary enjoyed many things in life such as going to the beach, fishing, watching movies with his family on
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Katy Waters
Kathy Waters, age 69, of Rutherfordton, passed away Friday, February 6, 2026 at Rutherford Regional Medical Center. Kathy was born Friday, June 15, 1956 to the late Robert Samuel Parker and Irene Bradley Parker. She worked in textiles for many years and was a faithful member of Spindale Fellowship Holiness Church. Her greatest love and joy was being able to spend time with her granddaughter, Abby. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Jody Parker,
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