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Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

  • Sarah C. Johnson

The man supplied large batches of methamphetamine to local dealers. 

Boil water notice issued for Nebo water customers

Boil water notice issued for Nebo water customers

  • Mike Conley

The N.C. Division of Environmental Health advises that McDowell County water consumers boil all water used for human consumption.

Is your favorite doctor leaving? Bill would allow her to tell you where she's going

Is your favorite doctor leaving? Bill would allow her to tell you where she's going

  • RICHARD CRAVER Staff Reporter

The bill would keep healthcare systems from requiring and enforcing noncompete contracts.

Local volunteer fire departments receive grants to help with capital expenses

Local volunteer fire departments receive grants to help with capital expenses

  • STAFF REPORTS

The Volunteer Fire Department Fund was created to assist fire departments to purchase equipment and make capital expenditures.

Marion police respond to shooting involving death of 15-year-old

Marion police respond to shooting involving death of 15-year-old

  • Mike Conley

No other individuals inside were injured, according to the news release.

NC lawmakers seek $5 million to study psychedelic medicines. Here's why

NC lawmakers seek $5 million to study psychedelic medicines. Here's why

  • USA Today Network

"Psychedelic-assisted therapy, chemical compounds like MDMA for PTSD, and psilocybin for treatment-resistant depression have shown in clinical trials results that traditional medicines cannot match."

'I shot that guy': Hickory man gets $2.5M bond; charged with murder of business partner, who was on area school board

'I shot that guy': Hickory man gets $2.5M bond; charged with murder of business partner, who was on area school board

  • Sarah C. Johnson

An Alexander County Schools Board of Education member was shot and killed at the Old Hickory Tannery on Wednesday.

Hickory man held on $3.5 million bond after 1.2 pounds of drugs, 5 guns found in search

Hickory man held on $3.5 million bond after 1.2 pounds of drugs, 5 guns found in search

    The investigators found about 256 grams of fentanyl, 241 grams of methamphetamine and 52 grams of cocaine.

    Corpening YMCA director leaves Marion to assume new role

    Corpening YMCA director leaves Marion to assume new role

      “Toby’s leadership has always reflected the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility."

      McDowell County Schools student service director: Thank you to everyone on the journey

      McDowell County Schools student service director: Thank you to everyone on the journey

        "Our daughter has been so fortunate to have travelled her journey in McDowell County Schools, while encountering so many wonderful educators and people along the way."

        McDowell County officials observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

        McDowell County officials observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

          “At MCSO, we greatly value our senior citizens and remain committed to looking out for their safety and well-being."

          Will McDowell County see a sales tax increase? Leaders debate putting it on ballots

          Will McDowell County see a sales tax increase? Leaders debate putting it on ballots

            “There’s people who that will say no on Facebook and they won’t come in here and say anything. … Let’s put it on the ballot and let the voters decide what they want to do.”

            No one comments at public hearing about McDowell County budget

            No one comments at public hearing about McDowell County budget

              The commissioners did not adopt the proposed budget after Monday’s hearing concluded.

              McDowell County bridge temporarily closed for resurfacing

              McDowell County bridge temporarily closed for resurfacing

                An average of 2,800 vehicles cross the bridge every day.

                Truist taps former Fiserv chief Michael Lyons as next CEO

                Truist taps former Fiserv chief Michael Lyons as next CEO

                Most recently, he was chief executive of Fiserv Inc., a global financial technology and payments company.

                Old Fort to see 8-cent property tax increase, 10% increase in water and sewer rates

                Old Fort to see 8-cent property tax increase, 10% increase in water and sewer rates

                The board voted unanimously to adopt the budget.

                Old Fort man charged with shooting into home, kicking in door

                Old Fort man charged with shooting into home, kicking in door

                A brief standoff took place before he surrendered and was taken into custody.

                Neighbors of Microsoft data center site in NC say noise, work interrupting their lives

                Neighbors of Microsoft data center site in NC say noise, work interrupting their lives

                “You want to be a good neighbor and not be a 500 pound gorilla. We’re not trying to be bad neighbors. We know we’re not going to stop anything, it’s too late.”

                Mission Ministries Alliance receives award from state health department

                Mission Ministries Alliance receives award from state health department

                "This recognition reflects the dedication of our staff, volunteers, landlords, donors, community partners, and the individuals we serve every day."

                From the archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 1997

                From the archives: Here’s a look back at photos from McDowell County this week in 1997

                This feature mines the McDowell News archives for what was going on this week in local history.

                McDowell Commissioners OK higher fire tax rates for four departments

                McDowell Commissioners OK higher fire tax rates for four departments

                Adjustments would go into effect with the bills that go out this summer.

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for June 16

                Marion neighbors: Obituaries for June 16

                Read through the obituaries published today in McDowell News.

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                Marion police respond to shooting involving death of 15-year-old

                Marion police respond to shooting involving death of 15-year-old

                Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

                Man pleads guilty of distributing 156 pounds of meth in Burke, McDowell counties

                Boil water notice issued for Nebo water customers

                Boil water notice issued for Nebo water customers

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                Visit Hickory announces release of 2026 visitor guide

                Visit Hickory announces release of 2026 visitor guide

                • Visit Hickory
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                Visit Hickory has released its 2026 Visitor's Guide, showcasing attractions, dining, shopping, and community stories throughout Hickory and Catawba County.

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                Nhra notebook: pro mod winner’s wild trip to bristol victory

                Nhra notebook: pro mod winner’s wild trip to bristol victory

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                Jason Collins survived a burnout mishap to win Pro Mod at Bristol as Antron Brown, Matt Hartford and Gaige Herrera also scored notable Thunder Valley victories.

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                City of Statesville proclaims June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth

                City of Statesville proclaims June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth

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                Mayor J. Douglas Hendrix proclaims June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth in Statesville, urging residents to honor freedom through reflection, education and service.

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                Front and center: City of Statesville news and events

                Front and center: City of Statesville news and events

                • Statesville
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                City of Statesville shares Juneteenth closings, celebrations, school supply drive details, Waste & Recycling Workers Week, youth sports, and upcoming events.

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                Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

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                Adrienne Jones named new McDowell County Emergency Services director

                Adrienne Jones named new McDowell County Emergency Services director

                A lifelong resident of McDowell County, Jones has dedicated her career to serving the community she calls home.

                Alaska Airlines' Pasah Saleh describes its interest in JetZero

                Alaska Airlines' Pasah Saleh describes its interest in JetZero

                Alaska Airlines' Pasah Saleh describes its interest in JetZero

                JetZero co-founder and CEO Tom O'Leary discusses AI role in PTI plant

                JetZero co-founder and CEO Tom O'Leary discusses AI role in PTI plant

                JetZero co-founder and CEO Tom O'Leary discusses AI role in PTI plant

                See photos of JetZero's groundbreaking at PTI Airport in Greensboro

                See photos of JetZero's groundbreaking at PTI Airport in Greensboro

                A groundbreaking ceremony was held for JetZero’s first commercial airplane manufacturing facility at Piedmont Triad International Airport on Monday, June 15, 2026, in Greensboro, N.C.

                Gov. Josh Stein speaks on historic JetZero ground breaking

                Gov. Josh Stein speaks on historic JetZero ground breaking

                Gov. Josh Stein speaks on historic JetZero ground breaking

                Update: Gas leak in Marion Monday morning cleared; road reopened

                Update: Gas leak in Marion Monday morning cleared; road reopened

                McDowell EMS asked people to use caution in the area.

                Pedestrian hit by train, killed in downtown Hickory Thursday

                Pedestrian hit by train, killed in downtown Hickory Thursday

                The pedestrian was crossing the tracks near Union Square.

                Neese's Country Sausage gains lifeline with sale to Raleigh's Jesse Jones

                Neese's Country Sausage gains lifeline with sale to Raleigh's Jesse Jones

                Jesse Jones president Karl White said that "we look forward to bringing Neese’s products back to restaurants and retailers very soon. The original recipes that have defined the Neese’s brand for decades will remain unchanged."

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