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North Wilkesboro man identified, charged; accused of assaulting high school baseball coach after game
WILKES COUNTY, N.C. — The Yadkin County Sheriff's Office says a North Wilkesboro manwill be charged with assault after an incident that happened after a high school baseball game. The varsity baseball game was held on Friday, April 12, at Forbush High School against North Wilkes High School. Click...
Former NWPD Cadet in training charged after juvenile shot in the leg in Wilkes County
WILKES COUNTY, N.C. — The Wilkes County Sheriff's Office said two people were arrested and charged after a juvenile was shot in the leg. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Deputies said they responded to East Magnolia Road in North Wilkesboro back on Feb. 29...
Free clinic treated to 'surprise' $50,000
It’s not unusual for a charitable organization to receive donations, but when a “wonderful surprise” of $50,000 came Surry Medical Ministries’ way this week a special story was involved. This occurred Wednesday with Sheila Settle — wife of state Sen. Eddie Settle, who represents this area — showing up at the SMM’s free clinic on Rockford Street. Mrs. Settle, of Wilkes County, appeared to be just another of the facility’s...
'You are truly my angel': Wilkes County women thank police officer after saving them during tornado
WILKESBORO, N.C. — It's been almost a week since anEF-1 tornado ripped through part of Wilkes County. It brought wind speeds of 105 to 110 mph, causing power outages and extensive damage across the county. Sheila Everhart and her friend Misty Wyatt are still thankful and reflecting after last...
Were you overcharged? NC fines 14 stores for price scanning errors
GREENSBORO, N.C. — What happens when you see the sale price on the shelf, but that price doesn't match when you get to the register? Most of the time, it means you're either overcharged or inconvenienced in trying to get the lower price honored. The North Carolina Department of...
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