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Rutherford Church Fraud Case Continued to August
An investigation WCAB News first reported exclusively in September 2025 has advanced in Rutherford Superior Court, where a Marion woman now faces two indicted felony cases tied to alleged financial crimes involving a local church — and the matter has again been delayed, with the next hearing set for August.
Annie Dance
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Latest News
Grocery Sales Taxes Bring in Millions for Rutherford County, New Data Show
A new statewide report shows grocery shopping is doing more than filling pantries in Rutherford County — it’s also generating millions in local tax revenue that helps fund essential county services.
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Moore Touts DHS Funding, Farm Bill Passage, and Surveillance Reforms as Key Wins
U.S. Rep. Tim Moore (R - 14th District) says Congress has moved to stabilize federal operations and deliver targeted funding to western North Carolina, including nearly $2 million for a new emergency facility in Cleveland County.
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Rutherford Church Fraud Case Continued to August
An investigation WCAB News first reported exclusively in September 2025 has advanced in Rutherford Superior Court, where a Marion woman now faces two indicted felony cases tied to alleged financial crimes involving a local church — and the matter has again been delayed, with the next hearing set for August.
2 min read
Local News
Out of the Ashes Marks 10 Years Serving Homeless Families in Rutherford County
What began as a small faith-based ministry operating out of a house off Old Ross Road has grown into a major lifeline for hundreds of people facing homelessness in Rutherford County. This year, Out of the Ashes is celebrating 10 years of service after founders Pat and Chelsea Chamberlain launched the ministry to help people struggling with homelessness, addiction, financial hardship, and family instability. The organization was created after the Grace of God Rescue Mission in
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Families Demand Answers After Deadly Rutherford County Police Pursuit
A tragic crash following a police pursuit in Rutherford County has left three people dead and another seriously injured, as family members continue searching for answers about what led to the deadly incident.
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Nebo Man Charged with Drug Possession
Lieutenant David Jones with the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office charged 58-year-old Allen Eugene Edwards, of Nebo, with felony Possession of Methamphetamine and misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana (up to ½ ounce).
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Regional News
Grocery Sales Taxes Bring in Millions for Rutherford County, New Data Show
A new statewide report shows grocery shopping is doing more than filling pantries in Rutherford County — it’s also generating millions in local tax revenue that helps fund essential county services.
2 min read
Moore Touts DHS Funding, Farm Bill Passage, and Surveillance Reforms as Key Wins
U.S. Rep. Tim Moore (R - 14th District) says Congress has moved to stabilize federal operations and deliver targeted funding to western North Carolina, including nearly $2 million for a new emergency facility in Cleveland County.
2 min read
Lake Lure Moves Major Projects Forward Amid Tight Budget and Federal Deadlines
Leaders in Lake Lure are advancing several high-cost infrastructure projects while operating under a tightening budget and approaching federal funding deadlines, raising ongoing questions about timing, oversight, and long-term affordability.
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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
JoAnn B Peeler
JoAnn B. Peeler, age 90, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026 at her home. JoAnn was born Friday, March 27, 1936 in Rutherford County to the late C.D. Baldwin and Carrie Conner Baldwin. She was a graduate of Ellenboro High School, class of 1954. JoAnn worked twenty-seven years as an Instructor at the Rutherford County Workshop. She grew up going to Race Path Baptist Church where she was active in the shut-in ministry, later she became a member of Liberty Baptist Church. She love
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Sherry Skipper Gragg
Sherry Skipper Gragg, age 78, of Rutherfordton, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills. Sherry was born Tuesday, March 9, 1948 in Rutherford County to the late Joseph Skipper and Cordie Huntsinger Skipper. She retired from Broyhill Furniture Mfg. after thirty-nine years of faithful work. Sherry was a member of West Point Baptist Church and was currently attending Spindale Fellowship Holiness. She enjoyed shopping and going out to eat with fr
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Calvin Russell Tate
Calvin Russell Tate, age 57, of Sunshine, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nona Parker Tate; his father, Carl Tate; and his grandparents, Charlie and Ellen Murray, and Floyd and Lucy Tate. Calvin is survived by his children, Helix Tate (Steven) of Florida, Brittany Farmer (Robbie) of Burlington, Keylon Tate (Brittany) of Forest City, along with five grandchildren. He is also survived by his mother, Malena Tate; his s
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