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Stanly reports increase in sales tax revenue
Sales tax revenue for July rose from June but the numbers are still lower overall, according to a report released this month by the county ...
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Local towns see vehicle break-ins increase
A small number of recent vehicle break-ins has local police chiefs asking the public to be on guard. ...
Four-way stops approved by Oakboro Town Council
Two requests made in the public comment section were approved at the September regular meeting of the Oakboro ...
Stanfield resident receives award for her 45 years of work for the state
After more than 45 years working in the Mecklenburg County Clerk’s Office, Stanfield resident Robbin Creech was recently ...
Pfeiffer switches to online learning for two weeks due to increase in coronavirus cases
Due to an increase in the number of active coronavirus cases, Pfeiffer University has shifted in-person classes on ...
BREAKING NEWS
Stanly approaches 1,800 coronavirus cases, still ranks 4th in state in cases per capita
As the state continues to see daily coronavirus cases gradually decrease, Stanly County is still a hot spot in the state, according to multiple indicators. ...
by Chris Miller.
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Youth offenders can forgo traditional court system for Teen Court
Teenagers who have been charged with misdemeanor crimes have the chance to complete a diversion program that will keep them out of the juvenile justice ...
by Chris Miller, Monday, September 28, 2020 2:04 pm
Columns
DG MARTIN COLUMN: Religion: Too much or not enough?
Is Joe Biden too Catholic? Or not enough? Has Donald Trump corrupted the leaders of conservative religious groups? Religion is everywhere, even in four important ...
by Staff Reports, Monday, September 28, 2020 11:17 am
Letters to the Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Do your job, Washington
I am an American Airlines flight attendant based in Charlotte. COVID-19 is the worst crisis to hit the industry in the history of commercial aviation. ...
by SNAP Letters, Monday, September 28, 2020 10:21 am
News
New superintendent excited to be coming back home to Stanly
Stanly County Schools’ months-long search to find the successor to former superintendent Dr. Jeff James culminated in a happy homecoming as Jarrod Dennis, a Stanly ...
by Chris Miller, Monday, September 28, 2020 9:18 am
BREAKING NEWS
Stanly road closure set to begin this week
N.C. Department of Transportation contract crews will close McNeil Road near N.C. Highway 24-27 on Wednesday, weather permitting. The closure is part of a larger ...
by Staff Reports, Sunday, September 27, 2020 5:11 pm
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UNITED WAY COLUMN: Continuing to Live United
The year 2020 has been an incredibly difficult challenge for us all. In some ways, this co-suffering we’ve lived through together has compelled us to ...
by Staff Reports, Sunday, September 27, 2020 4:58 pm
Columns
DG MARTIN COLUMN: Who wins the debate about debates?
What is more interesting than the upcoming debates between candidates for major political offices? Of course, it is the debate about the debates. Some friends, ...
by Staff Reports, Sunday, September 27, 2020 12:20 pm
News
ELECTION 2020: Jackson seeks another term
One of the four candidates for the two positions on the Oakboro Town Council in the November election said common sense is what informs her ...
by Charles Curcio, Saturday, September 26, 2020 5:31 pm
News
ELECTION 2020: Huneycutt seeks another term in Oakboro
Serving the needs of North Carolina citizens is just another day at work for one of the four candidates looking to fill two positions on ...
by Charles Curcio, Saturday, September 26, 2020 3:29 pm
News
ELECTION 2020: Hathcock ‘wants to be there for the people’
One candidate vying for a position on the Oakboro Town Commission has worked with a number of municipalities over the years. Lanny Hathcock, running for ...
by Charles Curcio, Saturday, September 26, 2020 2:28 pm
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ELECTION 2020: Lewis wants to give voice to town
In the election race for the two available seats on the Oakboro Town Council, one native of the county looks to take office for the ...
by Charles Curcio, Saturday, September 26, 2020 12:31 pm
News
SNAP Back In Time – September 1980, 1965, 1950
Friday, Sept. 26, 1980 Hospital rates hiked Stanly County Hospital authorities announced Thursday that effective Oct. 1 room rates will be increased $10 per day. ...
by Staff Reports, Saturday, September 26, 2020 9:25 am
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PEEKING INTO THE PAST – Elizabeth Eddins
Elizabeth Catherine Matt was born Oct. 24, 1919, in Canajoharie, N.Y. She graduated with a major in Biological Sciences and a minor in English from ...
by Staff Reports, Saturday, September 26, 2020 8:59 am
BREAKING NEWS
As Stanly nears 2,000 cases, it remains in top 10 in cases per capita
With Stanly County nearing 2,000 cases, it continues to remain in the top 10 in the state in coronavirus cases per capita. With 305 cases ...
by Chris Miller, Friday, September 25, 2020 6:40 pm
BREAKING NEWS
Albemarle woman whose son donated organs now awaits a donation
The worst case scenario for every parent happened to Albemarle resident Elizabeth Basinger three years ago when her son Jordan, a seemingly healthy 26-year-old, unexpectedly ...
by Chris Miller, Friday, September 25, 2020 9:45 am
coronavirus
COVID-19 case count rises at Pfeiffer
Pfeiffer University’s fall 2020 semester, like other colleges across the country, has been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. As of Wednesday, the school was up ...
by Charles Curcio, Thursday, September 24, 2020 11:37 am
News
ADDC, Parks & Rec preview Halloween plans
The City of Albemarle has changed its plans for a series of events during October. Main Street Manager Joy Almond told downtown businesses in an ...
by BJ Drye, Wednesday, September 23, 2020 4:08 pm
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Chuck Morehead hosts 11th annual Slappy’s Revenge disc golf tourney
Fox Chase, the disc golf course at Chuck Morehead Park in Albemarle, hosted the 11th annual Slappy’s revenge Sept. 19. A total of 75 golfers ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, September 23, 2020 4:01 pm
News
SCC receives SCCF grant for CPR manikins
Stanly Community College was awarded grant funding for $2,000 from the Stanly County Community Foundation. The funding went for CPR manikin upgrades used for the ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, September 23, 2020 2:06 pm
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SCS’ nutrition system faces financial losses
Stanly County Schools is facing financial losses in its school nutrition programs. At a special meeting of the Board of Education, Nutritional Director Mandy Melton ...
by Charles Curcio, Wednesday, September 23, 2020 9:26 am
BREAKING NEWS
Police seek suspects in death investigation
Albemarle Police has issued warrants for two individuals wanted in connection with a death investigation. At 3:45 a.m. July 27, officers with the Albemarle Police ...
by Staff Reports, Tuesday, September 22, 2020 3:56 pm
Sports
Wildlife Commission encourages safe practices for tree stand hunters
As deer season begins, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission reminds hunters to always follow safety guidelines when hunting from a tree stand. “It’s of the ...
by Staff Reports, Tuesday, September 22, 2020 2:25 pm
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COOKING WITH THE SNAP – Cucumber Tomato Salad
Editor’s Note: As the SNAP turns 140 this year, let’s celebrate the past with some of our favorite recipes of our grandparents, parents, aunts and ...
by Staff Reports, Tuesday, September 22, 2020 2:13 pm
Columns
DOUG CREAMER COLUMN: He will be there
I went to two funerals recently. Two members of our congregation laid their mothers to rest. I can’t imagine what they are feeling or the ...
by Staff Reports, Tuesday, September 22, 2020 12:41 pm
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SCC program receives NIMS accreditation
The Stanly Community College Computer-Integrated Machining (CIM) program recently received accreditation for the next five years from the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS). NIMS, ...