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NC House Speaker Destin Hall Calls Budget ‘Critical’ Ahead of Short Session
NC House Speaker Destin Hall says passing a state budget remains the House’s top priority as lawmakers return to Raleigh, stressing the need for pay increases, continued tax cuts and tighter control of Medicaid spending.
Annie Dance
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Latest News
Arrest Made in Dysartsville Incident
The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office would like to provide an update regarding the attempted breaking and entering and vandalism that occurred on March 14–15 in the Dysartsville area.
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Flowers, Pollen and Bears…Oh my!!
Yes, bears have been seen in Rutherford County.
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Duke Energy requesting 18% Rate Hike from NC Utilities Commission
Duke Energy is asking state regulators to approve an 18% increase in electricity rates for residential customers over the next two years, a proposal that could significantly raise monthly bills for households across North Carolina.
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Local News
Arrest Made in Dysartsville Incident
The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office would like to provide an update regarding the attempted breaking and entering and vandalism that occurred on March 14–15 in the Dysartsville area.
1 min read
Flowers, Pollen and Bears…Oh my!!
Yes, bears have been seen in Rutherford County.
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Four-County Pursuit Ends in Arrest of SC Man in NC After Vehicle Thefts
A South Carolina man is in custody after what authorities describe as a lengthy, multi-agency pursuit spanning multiple counties and two states on Wednesday.
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Regional News
Duke Energy requesting 18% Rate Hike from NC Utilities Commission
Duke Energy is asking state regulators to approve an 18% increase in electricity rates for residential customers over the next two years, a proposal that could significantly raise monthly bills for households across North Carolina.
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Nearly $9.4M in FEMA funding coming to Rutherford County
A significant share of newly announced federal disaster funding is headed to Rutherford County, as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA continues to reimburse local governments for costly cleanup and recovery work following Hurricane Helene.
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NC House Speaker Destin Hall Calls Budget ‘Critical’ Ahead of Short Session
NC House Speaker Destin Hall says passing a state budget remains the House’s top priority as lawmakers return to Raleigh, stressing the need for pay increases, continued tax cuts and tighter control of Medicaid spending.
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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
Pamela Gail Cline
Pamela Gail Cline, age 30, passed away Friday, March 27, 2026 at Rutherford Regional Medical Center. Pam was born Wednesday, July 5, 1995, in Rutherford County to the late Lonnie Cline and Tracy Dotson who resides in Spartanburg SC. Pam loved her kids dearly, her cats and her job at Alliance. She was a collector of Stanley cups, especially those given to her by her sister. Pam will be missed by everyone that knew and loved her. Besides her mother, and stepfather, Scott Dotson
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MiKayla Lynn Davis
MiKayla Lynn Davis, age 15, of Rutherfordton went home to with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at her home while being surrounded by her loving family. MiKayla was born Friday, February 25, 2011 in Rutherford County to Nancy Osborne who resides in Rutherfordton and Ronnie Davis of Spindale. She was a student at R-S Middle School where she was a cheerleader. She was known for her love of horses and highland cows. MiKayla enjoyed reading her Bible,
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Pamela Tomblin Rogers
Pamela Tomblin Rogers, age 76, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at her home. Pam was born Tuesday, September 13, 1949 in Rutherford County to the late Elbert Tomblin and Lynell Jonas Tomblin. She was a graduate of R-S Central High School, class of 1967. She worked for the Rutherford County Mental Health Office for many years as the administrator over medical records. She was a longtime member of Tanner’s Grove Community Church. Pam enjoyed crocheting, cross stich and lov
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