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WSOC Charlotte

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2nd suspect arrested in fatal Hickory double shooting

Authorities made a second arrest overnight in a double shooting investigation in Hickory, where one person died last month along 14th Street Southwest.

Hickory, NC · 12h

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Missing Black Mountain man found dead in Burke County

LINVILLE FALLS, N.C. – The search for Justin Lobdell concluded just before noon on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, when he was found deceased approximately one-quarter mile down the trail from the Pine Gap Trailhead, in the Pisgah National Forest. Lobdell was reported missing to the Black Mountain Police Department...

Burke County, NC · 1d
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Hickory Locals Pack The Drive-Thru At This Family-Owned North Carolina Chicken Joint Instead Of Hitting Fast Food

Every weekday around lunchtime, a line of cars snakes around a small building on a busy Hickory highway. The people in those cars could hit any big chain in town, but they keep coming back here instead. Some of them drive half an hour, and at least a few have...

Hickory, NC · 23h
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WLOS.com

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Asheville HAZMAT team identifies white powder that sickened 22 workers at recycling plant

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A white powder that sickened 22 people at a North Carolina recycling plant has been identified as urea, a chemical used in fertilizers and products that clean diesel fuel systems. Asheville Fire Department's hazardous materials (HAZMAT) team responded to Prime Recycling in Lenoir to help...

Asheville, NC · 2d
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Taylorsville Times

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Bethlehem home damaged by fire

A Bethlehem home suffered damage from a fire this week. On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at approximately 2:34 p.m., Alexander County Communications received several 911 calls reporting a structure fire at 214 Heritage View Drive in the Bethlehem community. Bethlehem, Ellendale, and Wittenburg Fire Departments were dispatched to the scene.

Bethlehem, NC · 23h

WSOC Charlotte

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Neighbors say smoke from ongoing chicken waste fire is making it hard to breathe

Some families in western Catawba County have avoided going outside for weeks due to a fire at a barn that holds chicken waste. It’s been burning since Oct. 27.

Catawba County, NC · 1d

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Lenoir Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash in Caldwell County; Driver Faces Pending Charges

CALDWELL COUNTY, N.C. — A 28-year-old Lenoir man was killed Sunday evening, November 8, following a single-vehicle collision on Calico Road near U.S. 64 in Caldwell County, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. Troopers responded to the crash at approximately 6:29 p.m. A 2020 Toyota RAV4 was...

Caldwell County, NC · 2d

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Holidaypalooza In Hickory On Saturday, November 21

Hickory – The holiday season continues in downtown Hickory with Holidaypalooza, a festive family event presented by the City of Hickory, Hickory Downtown Development Association (HDDA), and the Hickory Farmers Market on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Union Square. Holidaypalooza follows the City of...

Hickory, NC · 1d

WBTV

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White powder identified after going airborne, sending 14 to hospital at Caldwell County facility

“We’re working with the hazmat team to ensure we have a complete understanding of their findings."

Caldwell County, NC · 13h

lincolnherald.com

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Taylorsville Man Killed in Head-On Motorcycle Collision in Alexander County

ALEXANDER COUNTY, N.C. — A 50-year-old Taylorsville man was killed Monday afternoon, November 9, following a head-on collision involving his motorcycle and an SUV on Teague Town Road in Alexander County. According to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, troopers responded to the collision near Jack Shook Lane at...

Alexander County, NC · 2d

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City Of Hickory To Kick Off The Holidays With Downtown Parade & Tree Lighting, 11/20

Hickory – The City of Hickory invites residents and visitors to kick off the holiday season at the annual Lowes Foods Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting on Friday, Nov. 20, in downtown Hickory. Sponsored by Lowes Foods since the event’s inception, this cherished community tradition features festive parade entries, holiday music, family-friendly activities, and the lighting of downtown’s Christmas tree.

Hickory, NC · 1d

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Christmas In November Returns To Valdese With Two Days Of Holiday Shopping, 11/13 & 11/14

Valdese, NC – Why wait until December to get into the Christmas spirit? Christmas is coming early to Valdese as the annual Christmas in November Craft Show returns to the Old Rock School on Friday, November 13, and Saturday, November 14, bringing two days of holiday shopping, handmade treasures, delicious treats, and festive fun!

Valdese, NC · 1d

Taylorsville Times

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Man in custody for five murders enters plea, receives “time served” sentence

On Monday, November 9, 2026, illegal alien Areli Aguirre Avilez entered a guilty plea pursuant to Alford (meaning he maintained his innocence) in Alexander County Superior Court to three counts of Voluntary Manslaughter for a single consolidated sentence of 71-98 months. This is a time-served plea, according to a press release from defense attorneys Kellie Mannette, of Thomas, Ferguson & Beskind, LLP, of Durham, and Christine Malumphy of Malumphy Law, PLLC, of Greensboro.

Alexander County, NC · 1d

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7 North Carolina Dairy Farms Where You Buy Fresh Milk or Cheese Right Past the Barn Door

Some of the best food in North Carolina is sold in small shops sitting just steps from where the cows and goats spend their day. You pull up a gravel drive, smell fresh hay, and walk out with a cold bottle of milk or a wedge of cheese made only a few yards away.

North Carolina · 2d

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Tickets For Annual Hickory Cookie Crawl On Sale Nov. 23

Hickory – Join us for the 7th Annual Downtown Hickory Cookie Crawl on Saturday, December 5, 2026 from 2 to 5pm in Downtown Hickory, NC. Tickets go on sale Monday November 23 at 9am (two weeks before the event) and are $20 per person. The event is limited to 60 participants — this event sells out quickly every year!

Hickory, NC · 1d

The Mount Airy News

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Missed opportunities doom Greyhounds against East Burke

CONNELLY SPRINGS — North Surry struggled to make the most of its opportunities in a first-round 4A state playoff game against East Burke. The No. 17 Greyhounds never led against the Cavaliers. North Surry had chances on both sides of the ball to seize momentum, even cutting East Burke’s lead to one score twice, but couldn’t follow through. Late touchdowns allowed the No. 16 Cavaliers to pull away for the 36-14 win. “It ultimately came down to not seizing control in some pretty key moments,” North Surry coach Jackson Smith said. “We had a great game plan going in, and I thought our kids played really hard, but we just didn’t win those game-swinging plays.” Turning the ball over on downs inside the 5-yard line and giving up big conversions on third and fourth downs were examples of North Surry’s missed opportunities, Smith said. “East Burke ran well, they’re well-coached, they played physical and did a good job of keeping our offense off the field,” Smith said. “You can’t afford to miss your chances against a team like that in the playoffs.” North Surry (5-6) also dealt with the loss of two starters early in the game: Damarcus McClure and

Mt Airy, NC · 2d

NC Newsline

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Former top NC lawmaker faces indictment related to Kentucky bourbon tour

The indictment charges former state Rep. Jason Saine, a Republican from Lincoln County, with felony embezzlement of more than $100,000 and obtaining property by false pretense.

North Carolina · 11h

The Star

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Newly rebuilt McDonald's near Cleveland Mall holds grand opening

In the parking lot of the newly rebuilt McDonald's on East Dixon Boulevard, sunlight glinted off golden tubas as the sound of Shelby High School's marching band warmed up, its music mingling with the chatter of a small crowd Tuesday, Nov. 10. Roughly 125 days after the former McDonald's building was demolished, a brand-new restaurant has taken its place near the Cleveland Mall. In attendance at the ribbon cutting and grand opening were three county commissioners, the Shelby High marching band and chorus and the Crest High School Air Force Junior ROTC. The interior of the new restaurant features bright yellows and reds, representing ketchup and mustard, and there is a designated window for mobile orders and deliveries to free up the drive thru. Kiosks have been installed for ordering and people can also use their cell phones to make table orders and have it delivered to their table. Brad Kimrey, chief operating officer of Ice Age Management, which owns and operates the restaurant, said the process to begin tearing down the old building and rebuild started about two years ago, but the actual demolition and construction took just around four months. Kimrey said the previous building was around 45

Shelby, NC · 1d

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Raising the self-esteem of children, inch by inch

LINCOLNTON – They say, “clothes make the man,” which may be true, but clothing may be even more important when it comes to school-aged children. A child that comes to school with dirty, severely worn or torn clothing, or wears the same piece of clothing day in and day out, may be bullied by their peers.

Lincoln County, NC · 1d

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America 250 Event To Highlight Alexander Co.’s History, Veterans, And Early Settlers, November 14

Alexander County, NC – The Alexander County America 250 Committee invites the public to a special America 250 event on Saturday, November 14, at 3:00 p.m. at Bethlehem Baptist Church. The afternoon will feature a history lecture, “The Impact of Veterans and Early Settlers on Alexander County,” by Dr. Warren Hollar, along with patriotic music by The Barnes Family and the Third Creek Baptist Church Praise Team.

Alexander County, NC · 1d