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Governor Stein Promotes Safe Firearm Storage
Gov. Josh Stein is highlighting statewide efforts to encourage secure firearm storage as North Carolina observes NC S.A.F.E. Week of Action, held June 1–7.
Annie Dance
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Burke County Sheriff's Office Reports Active May 2026
The Burke County Sheriff's Office has released its monthly activity report for May 2026, highlighting the wide range of law enforcement services provided throughout the county.
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Arrest of Most Wanted
NAME: Warren Lawrence Branch DOB: 09/06/1997 Age: 28 Address: 7960 Old NC 10, Icard, NC Charges: (F) Assault Serious Bodily Injury (M) Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence Court Date: 06/19/2026 Bond: $125,000- secured Summary: On June 2, 2026, deputies with the Burke County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported trespassing incident at 2772 U.S. Highway 70 in Connelly Springs. Deputies identified a white male wearing black pants as Warren Lawrence Branch. Deputies were a
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Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office Releases May 2026 Activity Report
The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office has released its monthly activity report for May 2026, highlighting the workload and law enforcement efforts carried out across the county during the month.
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Local News
Burke County Sheriff's Office Reports Active May 2026
The Burke County Sheriff's Office has released its monthly activity report for May 2026, highlighting the wide range of law enforcement services provided throughout the county.
2 min read
Arrest of Most Wanted
NAME: Warren Lawrence Branch DOB: 09/06/1997 Age: 28 Address: 7960 Old NC 10, Icard, NC Charges: (F) Assault Serious Bodily Injury (M) Misdemeanor Crime of Domestic Violence Court Date: 06/19/2026 Bond: $125,000- secured Summary: On June 2, 2026, deputies with the Burke County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported trespassing incident at 2772 U.S. Highway 70 in Connelly Springs. Deputies identified a white male wearing black pants as Warren Lawrence Branch. Deputies were a
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Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office Releases May 2026 Activity Report
The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office has released its monthly activity report for May 2026, highlighting the workload and law enforcement efforts carried out across the county during the month.
2 min read
Regional News
DeafBlind Awareness Month Highlights Accessibility Limitations
NC proclamation underscores DHHS-supported services while spotlighting practical steps communities can take to improve communication access and participation.
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Let’s Hear It for the NCDOT!
After weeks of dry conditions and severe drought across Western North Carolina, much-needed rainfall finally arrived.
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New Supreme Court Commission to Tackle Legal Deserts — But Public Won't Be Able to Watch Online
Court leaders say expanding access to justice is a priority. Critics question why the first meeting won't be livestreamed.
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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
Robin Vaughn Howard
Robin Vaughn Howard, age 56, of Ellenboro, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026 at her home. Robin was born Monday, March 9, 1970 in Lexington, NC to Nancy Vaughn who resides in High Point, NC. Robin was a dedicated homemaker who loved her family dearly. Among her many gifts was her talent as an artist and photographer. She especially enjoyed painting, drawing and sketching. As a lover of nature she took enormous pleasure in feeding and caring for all kinds of animals. She was
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William Bradley
William Bradley, age 26, of Mill Spring, NC passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026 at Spartanburg Medical Center. William was born Wednesday, January 12, 2000 in Henderson County to Junior and Tracy Bradley who lives in Mill Spring. He worked for several years as a heavy equipment operator for Clary Hood Grading. William was a member of Shingle Hollow Congregational Holiness Church. He loved calling his sister in the morning after she had worked all night. No matter what the situ
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Gatlin Jameson Lancaster
Gatlin Jameson Lancaster was born into the arms of angels Saturday May 30th at UNC Health Blue Ridge in Morganton, NC. Born at 30 weeks he weighed 3lbs 2oz and was 14.5 long. Gatlin had a rare heart condition that only 1 in 200k babies are born with.
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