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West Stanly Middle School students achieve honor roll
West Stanly Middle School students named to the honor roll for the first quarter of the 2024-2025 school year include: 6th Grade Braxton Almond, Landon Andrews, Xeniah Anthony, Christopher Armani, Addison Ashbrook, Apaar Bagga, Kaleigh Barbee, Tate Barbee, Taylor Barker, Ryland Beall, Nola Bertino, Austin Blackwell, Maddex Brand, Lelah Brazil, Kristopher Brower, Stella Nicole Brown, […] The post West Stanly Middle School students achieve honor roll appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Oakboro moves forward on goal of hiring new chief
In addition to receiving a report on plans for the Stanly County Family YMCA’s westward expansion and adopting a bicycle and pedestrian plan for the town, Oakboro commissioners unanimously passed a motion to begin efforts to employ a police chief for the town. Commissioner Bud Smith moved to terminate long-term contract discussions with the Stanly […] The post Oakboro moves forward on goal of hiring new chief appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Albemarle City Council approves annexation, reduced-density zoning
Annexation and zoning of a 77-acre tract of land was approved by Albemarle City Council on Monday, marking the initial step toward the third phase of the Morgan Hills project. Zoning of the tract, a mandatory step when property is annexed, led to a lengthy discussion among council members, who eventually passed a zoning designation […] The post Albemarle City Council approves annexation, reduced-density zoning appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Food: A simple technique for faster turkey (or chicken) roasting
Waiting to dig into a beautifully golden and succulent turkey is one of the joys of Thanksgiving Day. Waiting is the operative word on Thanksgiving, as cooking a turkey to perfection in the oven can take several hours. Those who do not have the patience to wait for their drumsticks or breast meat may look […] The post Food: A simple technique for faster turkey (or chicken) roasting appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Tillery Compassionate Care announces Little Friends Program
Tillery Compassionate Care has announced the beginning of The Little Friends program, which is designed to help the smallest family members of hospice patients. When a doctor diagnoses someone you love with a terminal illness, the next step is to find a program that serves his or her medical, physical and social needs. Beyond this, […] The post Tillery Compassionate Care announces Little Friends Program appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Albemarle seeks nominations for grand marshal of Christmas parade
The City of Albemarle is accepting nominations for the role of grand marshal of the Albemarle Christmas Parade happening at 4 p.m. Dec. 14. Members of the community may nominate an individual, organization or family by Nov. 13. The rules for the nomination process are as follows: • Nominee shall reside in the City of […] The post Albemarle seeks nominations for grand marshal of Christmas parade appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly County 4-H has greenery sale
The annual Stanly County 4-H Holiday Greenery Sale fundraiser is now underway. All proceeds from the greenery sale stay in Stanly County and are used to help send kids to summer camp. This year’s sale includes fresh fraser fir wreaths, both door-sized (22-inch) and window-sized (10-inch to 12-inch), a variety of handmade bows to add […] The post Stanly County 4-H has greenery sale appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly Community College offers Child Care Academy
Stanly Community College (SCC) is excited to announce the launch of the Child Care Academy in November. This free program is an opportunity for those who are currently unemployed but aspire to build a career working with young children. It equips participants with the necessary training and certifications, paving the way for a rewarding career […] The post Stanly Community College offers Child Care Academy appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Albemarle Rotary works to end Alzheimer’s
On Oct. 17, the Albemarle Rotary Club presented a check for $12,150 to The CART Fund. CART stands for Coins for Alzheimer’s Research Trust. This fund has worked for the past 29 years to find a cure and treatments for Alzheimer’s and other dementia related diseases by awarding grants to researchers following an application and […] The post Albemarle Rotary works to end Alzheimer’s appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Food: Peanut butter can pack a nutritional punch
A nutritious, well-balanced diet is a vital component of a healthy lifestyle. Many foods provide a host of vitamins and nutrients, and that includes some that aren’t traditionally associated with eating right. That includes peanut butter, an item many people have in their pantries but few might characterize as “healthy.” Though peanut butter may pack […] The post Food: Peanut butter can pack a nutritional punch appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Norwood mayoral candidate answers SNAP QA
Editor’s Note: For coverage of the election, The Stanly News & Press sent questions to each group of candidates. We limited their responses to 200 words per answer. Answers appear as is, with the exception of editing for grammatical/spelling errors or length. This allows potential voters to see the candidates through their own words and gives […] The post Norwood mayoral candidate answers SNAP Q&A appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Food: How to reduce risk of allergic reactions in the kitchen
Kitchen safety requires a broad range of efforts to prevent injuries and illnesses. Kitchen safety should involve efforts to keep kids away from sharp objects and hot surfaces. Attempts to prevent foodborne illnesses, which can prove dangerous and potentially deadly, also must be part of maintaining a safe kitchen. The relatively recent rise in food […] The post Food: How to reduce risk of allergic reactions in the kitchen appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Hootenanny brings fall fun to Norwood
By Marina Shankle, for the SNAP Visitors to Norwood’s annual Fall Fest Hootenanny this year were entertained by a chili cook-off, a tower of hay bales, carnival games and a golf cart parade, among other activities and attractions. Food trucks and vendors lined the street, offering all kinds of tasty treats and shopping experiences. Kids […] The post Hootenanny brings fall fun to Norwood appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly County approved for Disaster Unemployment Assistance following Hurricane Helene
Raleigh, N.C. – The Division of Employment Security (DES) has announced that 12 additional counties have been approved for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) because of the devastating impacts from Hurricane Helene, which brings the total approved for DUA to 39 counties plus the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians of North Carolina.With Thursday’s announcement, DUA benefits are […] The post Stanly County approved for Disaster Unemployment Assistance following Hurricane Helene appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
SENIOR LIFESTYLES: Keep your brain sharp as your age
Cognitive decline is on the minds of many adults as they get older. Memory loss and trouble processing things can sometimes be a side effect of aging, as Everyday Health says the brain changes in size and structure as a person gets older. These changes can affect how well the brain works over time. Furthermore, […] The post SENIOR LIFESTYLES: Keep your brain sharp as your age appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Food: The most popular ethnic cuisines
The United States is often described as a melting pot because it’s home to people from many backgrounds. That diversity is a badge of honor for many in the United States, and it’s one that foodies in particular may be especially thankful for. All sorts of ethnic cuisines are available throughout the United States, and […] The post Food: The most popular ethnic cuisines appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Stanly Adult Care Center will have ‘Starry Night on the Runway’
Stanly Adult Care Center, Inc. will present its “Starry Night on the Runway” Fashion Show Charity Event on Oct. 26 at the Stanly County Senior Center, 283 N. 3rd St., Albemarle. The event will kick off with a social hour on the back patio from 5-6 p.m., followed by a delightful dinner at 6 p.m. […] The post Stanly Adult Care Center will have ‘Starry Night on the Runway’ appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Carolina Presbyterian Church celebrates 50th anniversary
Locust-based Carolina Presbyterian Church will observe a milestone on Oct. 20, as the date will mark the 50th anniversary of the church’s first worship service. Beginnings The Pot Roost, a sales building owned by Walter and Mary Welch, served as the site of the congregation’s initial meeting, a Wednesday night prayer gathering on Oct. 16, […] The post Carolina Presbyterian Church celebrates 50th anniversary appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
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