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Administrative Claim Alleges Excessive Force, Unlawful Arrest During 2025 ICE Operation
Two Charlotte women have filed administrative claims seeking more than $2.5 million in damages from the federal government, alleging they were unlawfully arrested and subjected to excessive force during a 2025 immigration enforcement operation.
Annie Dance
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Family Seeks Community Support Following Death of Jordan Wishon as Homicide Investigation Continues
The family of Jordan Elaine Wishon is asking for the community's prayers and financial support as they mourn the loss of the 30-year-old Cliffside woman whose death remains the focus of a Rutherford County homicide investigation.
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Congratulations on Your Retirement, 2nd Lt. Randy Carswell
After 25 years of faithfully serving the people of Burke County, 2nd Lt. Randy Carswell is beginning a well-deserved retirement, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of dedication, integrity, and service.
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Rutherford County School Board Approves $56M Interim Budget
The Rutherford County Board of Education approved a nearly $56 million interim budget during a special called meeting on June 30, before state lawmakers finalized the state budget and Gov. Josh Stein signed it into law in early July.
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Local News
Family Seeks Community Support Following Death of Jordan Wishon as Homicide Investigation Continues
The family of Jordan Elaine Wishon is asking for the community's prayers and financial support as they mourn the loss of the 30-year-old Cliffside woman whose death remains the focus of a Rutherford County homicide investigation.
2 min read
Congratulations on Your Retirement, 2nd Lt. Randy Carswell
After 25 years of faithfully serving the people of Burke County, 2nd Lt. Randy Carswell is beginning a well-deserved retirement, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of dedication, integrity, and service.
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Rutherford County School Board Approves $56M Interim Budget
The Rutherford County Board of Education approved a nearly $56 million interim budget during a special called meeting on June 30, before state lawmakers finalized the state budget and Gov. Josh Stein signed it into law in early July.
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Regional News
NC Elections Board Withholds Names of Deceased Voters Citing Possible Criminal Investigation
State officials say more than 34,000 deceased registrants were identified on voter rolls as President Donald Trump and DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin continue pressing for tighter election integrity measures.
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NC Auditor Finds $97.3M in Financial Reporting Errors at Department of Public Safety
DPS Secretary Jeff Smythe says the agency is developing new procedures after state auditors identified weaknesses in internal controls.
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Taxpayers Continue Funding Overdose Response as Accidental Deaths Remain America's Third-Leading Killer
American taxpayers continue to fund billions of dollars in health care, emergency response, law enforcement, and addiction treatment as drug overdoses remain the largest driver of accidental deaths in the United States.
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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
Kathy Dianne Greene Chyz
Kathy Dianne Greene Chyz, age 74, of Forest City, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at her home. Kathy faced ill health for many years, a journey she navigated with remarkable faith, strength and grace. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She especially loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a woman of great faith and had a strong passion to pass down her faith in God to her family. As a devoted servant of the Lo
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Marth Jo Bailey
Martha Jo Bailey, age 77, of Forest City, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at VIA Wendover Hospice in Shelby. Martha was born on Monday, March 28, 1949 in Rutherford County to the late Griffin and Carolyn Earley. She was an avid Softball player for the Spindale Police Club and later was an umpire. Martha enjoyed growing roses in her flower garden, sewing for her family, and baking goodies for all those she loved. She also enjoyed festively decorating her home for Christma
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Jack H. Conner
Jack H. Conner, age 77, of Caroleen, passed away Monday, July 20, 2026 at his home. Jack was born Wednesday, September 1, 1948 in Rutherford County to the late Pink Conner and Irene Sisk Conner. He served honorably during the Vietnam War in the U.S Army. Jack earned a bachelor’s degree for Appalachian State University. He worked as a manager/supervisor for Galey & Lord for many years and was a member of Caroleen Methodist Church. Jack’s life was centered around his family, an
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