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Acting US ICE head Todd Lyons to leave agency at end of May

Acting US ICE head Todd Lyons to leave agency at end of May

  • Kanishka Singh REUTERS

The acting head of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency will leave the federal government at the end of May, the Trump administration said Thursday.

Former McDowell High volleyball coach, counselor pleads guilty to child sex crimes mid-trial

Former McDowell High volleyball coach, counselor pleads guilty to child sex crimes mid-trial

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Jessica Finley pleaded guilty on Thursday on the second day of testimony in the trial against her.

Triad lands World Cup teams after UNC Greensboro field upgrade draws FIFA interest

Triad lands World Cup teams after UNC Greensboro field upgrade draws FIFA interest

  • RICHARD CRAVER Winston-Salem Journal

UNCG athletics director Brian Mackin said, "We put together a competing bid to give FIFA and scrambled to put together partnerships."

Trump nominates Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general, to serve as CDC director

Trump nominates Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general, to serve as CDC director

  • MIKE STOBBE Associated Press

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been in turmoil since Trump returned to office more than a year ago.

Trump says Israel and Lebanon agree on ceasefire, optimism grows on ending Iran war

Trump says Israel and Lebanon agree on ceasefire, optimism grows on ending Iran war

  • Humeyra Pamuk and Katharine Jackson Reuters

President Donald Trump said Thursday that Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, signaling a pause in Israel's conflict that has raged in parallel to the war with Iran.

Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon

Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon

    President Donald Trump says a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon will begin at 5 p.m. ET. A leading Hezbollah official said the group would abide by the agreement if Israeli attacks stop, and Lebanon’s prime minister welcomed the announcement. CNN's Kevin Li…

    Terry Savage: Can you beat the market?

    Terry Savage: Can you beat the market?

    • Terry Savage, Tribune Content Agency

    Do you think you can beat the stock market? Of course, Wall Street is not ruled by individual trading bets. The shocking headline: 79% of all active large-cap U.S. equity funds underperformed the S&P 500!

    Terry Savage: Can you beat the market?

    Terry Savage: Can you beat the market?

      Do you think you can beat the stock market? Of course, Wall Street is not ruled by individual trading bets. The shocking headline: 79% of all active large-cap U.S. equity funds underperformed the S&P 500!

      Former Virginia Lt. Gov. shot and killed wife then himself before son called 911, police say

      Former Virginia Lt. Gov. shot and killed wife then himself before son called 911, police say

        The incident began when Justin Fairfax was served court papers related to the couple’s ongoing divorce proceedings, police said. 

        Raffle winner thrilled to claim a $1 million Picasso with a $117 ticket

        Raffle winner thrilled to claim a $1 million Picasso with a $117 ticket

          "How do I check that it's not a hoax?" Ari Hodara, 58, said after organizers called him following the draw at a Paris auction house.

          Pentagon ramps up planning for possible military ops in Cuba

          Pentagon ramps up planning for possible military ops in Cuba

            Trump suggested he expects soon to have the "honor" of "taking Cuba, in some form," adding, "Whether I free it, take it − I think I can do anything I want with it."

            FDA to weigh easing limits on unproven peptides favored by RFK Jr. and other MAHA figures

            FDA to weigh easing limits on unproven peptides favored by RFK Jr. and other MAHA figures

              Peptides are often pitched as a quick way to build muscle, heal injuries or appear younger. But most peptides have not been reviewed for safety by the FDA.

              A1 Minute! April 16, 2026: New Kroger behind the scenes; ART 180 to close; Virginia collective bargaining

              A1 Minute! April 16, 2026: New Kroger behind the scenes; ART 180 to close; Virginia collective bargaining

                A1 Minute! April 16, 2026: New Kroger behind the scenes; ART 180 to close; Virginia collective bargaining

                Sexual abuse allegations are spurring calls for a broader reckoning in Congress

                Sexual abuse allegations are spurring calls for a broader reckoning in Congress

                  Some congresswomen said that the pair of resignations took too long and proved what they've long been saying: that more must be done to rid Capitol Hill of sexual predation.

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                  A1 Minute! April 16, 2026: New Kroger behind the scenes; ART 180 to close; Virginia collective bargaining

                  A1 Minute! April 16, 2026: New Kroger behind the scenes; ART 180 to close; Virginia collective bargaining

                  A1 Minute! April 16, 2026: New Kroger behind the scenes; ART 180 to close; Virginia collective bargaining

                  First freight train to return to Old Fort this Saturday. When can you see it come through McDowell?

                  First freight train to return to Old Fort this Saturday. When can you see it come through McDowell?

                  Norfolk Southern’s rail line from Old Fort to Black Mountain saw major damage due to Hurricane Helene in late September 2024. 

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for April 14

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for April 14

                  Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for April 13

                  Marion neighbors: Obituaries for April 13

                  Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

                  State & Regional

                  Where Duke basketball stands after one week in transfer portal

                  Where Duke basketball stands after one week in transfer portal

                  The NCAA transfer portal has officially been open for one week and moves are being made around Duke basketball.

                  Frye Regional Medical Center given Immediate Jeopardy status. What does that mean and what's next?

                  Frye Regional Medical Center given Immediate Jeopardy status. What does that mean and what's next?

                  While state surveyors were investigating complaints at the hospital, they documented two incidents that led to the Immediate Jeopardy status, which puts the hospital’s Medicaid and Medicare funding at risk.

                  Family of 7-year-old who drowned calls for changes at Hickory park. "That was my baby."

                  Family of 7-year-old who drowned calls for changes at Hickory park. "That was my baby."

                  “I’m not mad at nobody, I’m just hurt,” his mother said. “I’m hurt because that was my baby. Me and him been through so much. That was my baby.”

                  Historic textile mill near Charlotte closes second NC plant, laying off over 65

                  Historic textile mill near Charlotte closes second NC plant, laying off over 65

                  A historic yarn manufacturer based in Gastonia is shutting down another facility, this time in Davidson County, leaving more than 65 people without a job. 

                  Nation & World

                  Acting US ICE head Todd Lyons to leave agency at end of May

                  Acting US ICE head Todd Lyons to leave agency at end of May

                  The acting head of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency will leave the federal government at the end of May, the Trump administration said Thursday.

                  Trump nominates Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general, to serve as CDC director

                  Trump nominates Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general, to serve as CDC director

                  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been in turmoil since Trump returned to office more than a year ago.

                  Trump says Israel and Lebanon agree on ceasefire, optimism grows on ending Iran war

                  Trump says Israel and Lebanon agree on ceasefire, optimism grows on ending Iran war

                  President Donald Trump said Thursday that Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, signaling a pause in Israel's conflict that has raged in parallel to the war with Iran.

                  Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon

                  Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon

                  President Donald Trump says a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon will begin at 5 p.m. ET. A leading Hezbollah official said the group would abide by the agreement if Israeli attacks stop, and Lebanon’s prime minister welcomed the announcement. CNN's Kevin Li…

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                  Crime

                  Former McDowell High volleyball coach, counselor pleads guilty to child sex crimes mid-trial

                  Former McDowell High volleyball coach, counselor pleads guilty to child sex crimes mid-trial

                  Jessica Finley pleaded guilty on Thursday on the second day of testimony in the trial against her.

                  Trial against former McDowell High volleyball coach accused of sex crimes began Wednesday

                  Trial against former McDowell High volleyball coach accused of sex crimes began Wednesday

                  “You expect us to be together while you figure out something with another girl," a text from the coach said.

                  Old Fort man charged with vehicle theft, drug possession

                  Old Fort man charged with vehicle theft, drug possession

                  During booking, detention officers found narcotics which led to charges of felony possession of methamphetamine and felony possession of a controlled substance on jail premises. 

                  Marion man charged with fentanyl possession

                  Marion man charged with fentanyl possession

                  A subsequent search of the vehicle, with the assistance of Marion Police Department, turned up a suspected amount of fentanyl and drug paraphernalia.

                  Politics

                  Marion native assumes command of U.S. Army rapid response task force

                  Marion native assumes command of U.S. Army rapid response task force

                  “The worst day in our homeland must be our best day at work,” Baird said. "Our people depend on us and we will not fail them.”

                  Marion City Hall's cupola gets some repairs after leak, damage in winter storm

                  Marion City Hall's cupola gets some repairs after leak, damage in winter storm

                  A roof leak was found in the building that city officials believe was caused by Winter Storm Fern.

                  McDowell County leaders to hear updates on trains, parks Monday

                  McDowell County leaders to hear updates on trains, parks Monday

                  The board will hear about the effort to bring back passenger trains to western North Carolina and the park and trail at the Universal Center.

                  Marion sixth graders say city needs a dog park; family nonprofit aiming to create toddler park

                  Marion sixth graders say city needs a dog park; family nonprofit aiming to create toddler park

                  The council approved a concept for a park for children ages 1 to 3.

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