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Popular camp returns with new operators
For many years, Camp Anita-Alta served as an outpost camp for area 4-H clubs, but it was forced to close its doors in 2008. Now, a group of local horse lovers have reorganized the site as a youth ...
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Earl not expected to affect region
While the coastal region of North Carolina is bracing for the possible effects of a brush-up with Hurricane Earl, Caldwell County should have continued days full of sunshine with a cooldown on tap...
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DSS says it will return money to the county
The agency says it will give back about $900,000 once an audit is completed
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Supporting the arts
Organizers are pleasantly surprised by the turnout of local artists for the new exhibit at the Granite Falls History and Transportation Museum
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Lenoir Police officer wins three medals
When Kevin Wilson arrived at the recent Can-Am Police and Fire Games in Dublin, Ohio, he wanted to put his best foot forward and represent the Lenoir Police Department in a positive manner. Well, ...
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Detectives turn to help from afar
Investigators with the Granite Falls Police Department are hopeful that an upcoming trip to England will lead them to the person who is responsible for fatally wounding Tony Lee Myers on Dec. 28, ...
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Suspect in murder case pleads guilty
The trial against a Lenoir man accused of murder came to a swift end Monday when he pleaded guilty to killing Cleveland Mitchell in March 2008. Before either attorney had the opportunity to state ...
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Old-time pickin'
For those who enjoy the sounds of traditional acoustic music and celebrating the rich history of this area, the sixth annual Historic Happy Valley Old-Time Fiddlers Convention may be just the fest...
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Passion in the pulpit
It’s not often you see a 23-year-old speak to a church sanctuary filled with people and display the poise of a seasoned veteran of the ministry. And yet, that’s exactly what Daren Smart offers eac...
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Trial set to begin for murder suspect
A Lenoir man charged with first-degree murder who has been incarcerated since March 2008 is finally going to see his day in court. Travis Renard Richardson, 40, of 504 Foster Place, will appear be...
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