John von Rohr, author and McDowell descendant, will give a presentation about the two Joseph McDowells who were leaders in the struggle for independence.
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McDowell High School's homecoming parade was held in downtown Marion on the evening of Thursday.
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Marion author Julia Nunnally Duncan has published a new book of poetry.
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The torrential rains that the remnants of Hurricane Helene dumped on the North Carolina mountains two years ago this week washed out bridges and roads in more than 1,600 places.
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Along with two handguns, deputies seized pills and methamphetamine from the mobile home, according to court documents.
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The change will save the DMV an estimated $4.8 million a year.
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Officers received a report the Chevrolet Tahoe had become stuck on the railroad tracks near South College Street.
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