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Actor in "The Pitt' is from North Carolina, raised by ER nurse mom, paramedic dad

Actor in "The Pitt' is from North Carolina, raised by ER nurse mom, paramedic dad

  • SUSIE C. SPEAR Staff Reporter

"I think his approach to the character comes from his observations of us," LeeAnn Ball said of her son Patrick Ball's portrayal of Dr. Frank Langdon on the medical drama "The Pitt.''

Bumgarner takes two more races at Hickory Motor Speedway

Bumgarner takes two more races at Hickory Motor Speedway

  • jason.koon

Michael Bumgarner won a pair of races at the Hickory Motor Speedway on Saturday, taking a 50-lap Super Trucks event and the 75-lap Late Models feature race. 

Hickory Crawdads win season opening series; Rangers' No. 3 prospect makes debut

Hickory Crawdads win season opening series; Rangers' No. 3 prospect makes debut

  • jason.koon

Russell, last summer’s second round pick by the Texas Rangers out of Tennessee, had a successful professional debut by striking out three over two perfect innings.

Test train travels through Old Fort on repaired tracks once damaged in hurricane

Test train travels through Old Fort on repaired tracks once damaged in hurricane

  • FROM THE TOWN OF OLD FORT

On Tuesday, a Norfolk Southern train traveled through Old Fort and up the Old Fort Loops around Andrews Geyser for the first time since before Hurricane Helene.

Governments, nonprofits in area counties eligible for Helene-related disaster relief funds

Governments, nonprofits in area counties eligible for Helene-related disaster relief funds

  • RICHARD CRAVER Winston-Salem Journal

About $40 million is being dedicated to help restore and reinvigorate commercial districts in western North Carolina damaged by the hurricane.

Marion City Council to hold regular meeting Tuesday

Marion City Council to hold regular meeting Tuesday

  • Mike Conley

The Marion City Council will recognize the Citizen of the Month for April as presented by Council Member Billy Martin.

McDowell County authorities: Statewide burn ban still in effect

McDowell County authorities: Statewide burn ban still in effect

  • Mike Conley

Outdoor burning is prohibited at this time due to ongoing dry conditions.

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Test train travels through Old Fort on repaired tracks once damaged in hurricane

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One person critically injured in Sunday crash involving bicycle in McDowell County

One person critically injured in Sunday crash involving bicycle in McDowell County

12-year-old arrested in death of classmate who was hit in the head by a metal water bottle

12-year-old arrested in death of classmate who was hit in the head by a metal water bottle

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Miss North Carolina remembered for ‘undeniable’ impact after her death at 22

Miss North Carolina remembered for ‘undeniable’ impact after her death at 22

The family of the woman who was Miss North Carolina in 2024 is raising money for her funeral and other expenses after she died from cancer

Solar eclipse wowed millions 2 years ago today. (Seems just like yesterday.)

Solar eclipse wowed millions 2 years ago today. (Seems just like yesterday.)

You couldn't see the full solar eclipse in Lincoln or any part of Nebraska, but a partial eclipse was visible on Apirl 8, 2024. Hundreds of people gathered at Hyde Observatory to view.

Marion neighbors: Obituaries for April 8

Marion neighbors: Obituaries for April 8

Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

USDA block grant disaster assistance supporting recovery after Hurricane Helene

USDA block grant disaster assistance supporting recovery after Hurricane Helene

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services is offering support through the USDA Block Grant Disaster Assistance Program to help agricultural operations rebuild and move forward.

Marion neighbors: Obituaries for April 7

Marion neighbors: Obituaries for April 7

Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

Sheriff's office: Marion man charged with breaking and entering

Sheriff's office: Marion man charged with breaking and entering

He was arrested and charged with felony breaking and entering. He was issued a secured bond of $500,000.

Jumping Branch Fire now 95% contained, 420 acres burned

Jumping Branch Fire now 95% contained, 420 acres burned

The Temporary Flight Restriction that was over the Jumping Branch Fire area was lifted Friday.

Jumping Branch Fire now 80% contained, burned 420 acres

Jumping Branch Fire now 80% contained, burned 420 acres

On Thursday, firefighters will continue extinguishing hot spots near the fire’s edge, securing the perimeter.

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This new spot in Marion is offering locally grown food and beer, run by farmers and a brewer

This new spot in Marion is offering locally grown food and beer, run by farmers and a brewer

  • Mike Conley

“We are a market that is focused on showcasing local goods and vegetables and in the process of getting a brewery up and running."

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Students talk to Marion officials about a dog park in Marion

Students talk to Marion officials about a dog park in Marion

Alyssa Hughes talks to the city council about a toddler park

Alyssa Hughes talks to the city council about a toddler park

Marion City Council proclaims fair housing month

Marion City Council proclaims fair housing month

Preserving rural Jewish life is the focus of a Maine center this Passover

Preserving rural Jewish life is the focus of a Maine center this Passover

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Adam Minter: The FCC may rescue frustrated NFL fans

Adam Minter: The FCC may rescue frustrated NFL fans

Many sports fans are becoming familiar with an annoying scenario: settling onto the sofa for a game that once came for free, only to find it missing from the streaming service they now pay for. Instead, it’s on a different platform. And next week’s game? That one is on a service they canceled after signing up to watch a single matchup last year. The frustration is no longer just a fan ...

Lindsey Vonn considering return to skiing: 'I never got a final run'

Lindsey Vonn considering return to skiing: 'I never got a final run'

Despite a crash at the Milano Cortina Olympics that fractured her tibia and nearly forced doctors to amputate her leg, Lindsey Vonn is still contemplating a return to competitive skiing.

Michigan Wolverines Win National Championship 69-63 vs. UConn

Michigan Wolverines Win National Championship 69-63 vs. UConn

Michigan Wolverines clinched the title over UConn 69-63, with Elliot Cadeau scoring 19 points and snagging MOP honors. Donnie and Joe recap the action.

Michigan Defeat UConn To Capture First National Title In 37 Years

Michigan Defeat UConn To Capture First National Title In 37 Years

The Michigan Wolverines defeated the UConn Huskies 69-63 to capture their first National Championship in 37 years. Michigan, who became the first team to beat UConn in the Sweet 16 or later since 2009, clinch their second-ever national crown in the program’s history in the process. The Wolve…

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Have we forgotten how to live with reverence? | The Ethical Life podcast

Have we forgotten how to live with reverence? | The Ethical Life podcast

Episode 240: In a fast-moving world filled with distractions, it can be easy to lose sight of what truly matters. In this episode, hosts Richard Kyte and Scott Rada explore the idea of reverence — a quality that once shaped how people understood life, but now often feels distant or overlooked.

'Happy's Place' is NBC's latest bar-centric sitcom | Streamed & Screened

'Happy's Place' is NBC's latest bar-centric sitcom | Streamed & Screened

Pablo Castelblanco, who plays Steve on "Happy's Place," talks with co-host Bruce Miller about the show and his background.

'This City Was Black' explores culture, identity in New York | Hot off the Wire podcast

'This City Was Black' explores culture, identity in New York | Hot off the Wire podcast

“This City Was Black” is a six-part narrative audio series that traces Black history in New York City.

Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

Why do Americans see each other as morally broken? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Compared with other nations, public opinion here skews more negative. The hosts explore distance, perception and how limited interaction feeds misunderstanding and weakens civic life.

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'For All Mankind' continues to expand on an alternate history | Streamed & Screened

'For All Mankind' continues to expand on an alternate history | Streamed & Screened

AppleTV+ continues to offer an alternative to the 1960s space race, had the Soviets landed on the moon first through "For All Mankind," now in its fifth season.

Preserving rural Jewish life is the focus of a Maine center this Passover

Preserving rural Jewish life is the focus of a Maine center this Passover

The Center for Small Town Jewish Life at Colby College is growing as Passover ends this year. The center began a decade ago with a goal of supporting Jewish congregations that are far from big cities. (AP Video: Patrick Whittle)

Solar eclipse wowed millions 2 years ago today. (Seems just like yesterday.)

Solar eclipse wowed millions 2 years ago today. (Seems just like yesterday.)

You couldn't see the full solar eclipse in Lincoln or any part of Nebraska, but a partial eclipse was visible on Apirl 8, 2024. Hundreds of people gathered at Hyde Observatory to view.

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