Columns

TOBY THORPE COLUMN: Motorists and cyclists, how about a truce?

With summer in full swing, most of us tend to be on the move. And the ways we move as we head to the beach, ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Thursday, July 19, 2018 4:12 pm

News

Norwood Council receives audit report, names finance officer

Norwood Town Commissioners heard an audit report on the town’s finances for the 2016-17 fiscal year, received updates on a number of projects and named ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Tuesday, July 17, 2018 10:55 am

Columns

TOBY THORPE COLUMN: Carter’s story is inspirational, yet sobering

Somewhere along the line, I had missed this one. I’ve always been interested in anything involving Stanly County — its towns, its institutions, its land ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Sunday, July 15, 2018 12:37 pm

News

Historical Society remembers Stanly native, civil rights champion

At its annual banquet last month, the Stanly County Historical Society remembered the late W. Horace Carter, a native of the Endy community, whose stand ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Saturday, July 14, 2018 3:35 pm

News

Deluxe Grill turns back the clock

For seven decades, the Deluxe Grill has occupied a roadside spot at the northern city limits of Norwood, serving not just as an eatery, but ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Monday, July 9, 2018 5:08 pm

News

Norwood amends zoning ordinance for adult gaming

In its final meeting of the 2017-2018 fiscal year, the Norwood Board of Commissioners considered changes to the town’s zoning ordinance, made amendments to the ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Thursday, June 21, 2018 11:18 am