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Locust

Locust approves rezoning for new subdivision

A conditional rezoning for Frances Estate, a new subdivision to be located in Locust off Vella Drive between Elm Street and NC 24-27, was approved ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Monday, September 16, 2024 1:52 pm

Albemarle Sweet Shop

CHAMBER DIRECTORY: Chocolate chips anchor Sweet Shop cookie lineup

Of the diverse varieties of cookies produced by the Albemarle Sweet Shop, one stands out as the favorite among the bakery’s many loyal customers. Is ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Wednesday, September 11, 2024 6:37 pm

Albemarle

2 million eggs and counting for Holbrook

Susan Holbrook has cracked a lot of eggs over the past 30 years — in fact, a regular customer who suggested the SNAP speak to ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Monday, September 9, 2024 8:57 am

Locust

CHAMBER DIRECTORY: Mayes, Boles continue a family tradition at Sassy Cakes

When asked what led them to careers as bakers, both Tamara Mayes and Cindel Boles, owners of Sassy Cakes Bakery in Locust, recalled learning the ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Friday, September 6, 2024 6:30 pm

“Where the Wild Things Are”

Rescue, rehab, release is the motto for Wildside Wildlife Rescue

When people speak of “Where the Wild Things Are,” the thoughts of many parents turn to the award-winning children’s book from which they once read ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Friday, September 6, 2024 3:26 pm

Albemarle

Albemarle City Council approves firm for parks plan

At its Sept. 3 meeting, Albemarle City Council voted to approve McGill and Associates to develop a master plan for the city’s parks and recreation ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Friday, September 6, 2024 8:55 am

Gail Burris

CHAMBER DIRECTORY: Pies have built Rosebriar’s reputation

When Gail Burris opened the Rosebriar in the former Holt & Troutman grocery building in 1987, the restaurant quickly became known throughout the community. While ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Friday, August 30, 2024 6:24 pm

Albemarle

Albemarle City Council receives retail recruitment update

Albemarle City Council members received Monday night a briefing on activities and services provided by Retail Strategies LLC during the preceding year. Retail Strategies partners ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Wednesday, August 21, 2024 2:19 pm

Albemarle

Livestock Arena opening headlines Stanly County Agri-Civic Center Day

The new Farm Bureau Livestock Arena served as the centerpiece of Saturday’s annual Stanly County Agri-Civic Day celebration. For seven hours, vendors, exhibitors and representatives ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Monday, August 19, 2024 10:15 am

Locust

Locust City Council approves noise ordinance changes

Following a public hearing in which seven stakeholders expressed views, Locust City Council voted unanimously to approve changes and additions to the city’s noise ordinance ... Read more

by Toby Thorpe, Wednesday, August 14, 2024 9:57 am

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