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A legacy continued and conversation renewed

This week marks a new chapter in the history of community journalism in Stanly County. With an appreciation…

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‘The Andy Griffith Show’ on path to become North Carolina’s official state television show

North Carolina may soon have an official state television show, and there is a connection to Stanly County.…

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Food Truck Fridays continue this week

Enjoy free live music and food this Friday as Food Truck Fridays returns to Albemarle. The event runs…

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Marriage licenses issued for March 2025

Marriage licenses were issued to the following in Stanly County in March: • Jackie Jo Fontenot Abraham and…

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Homes of Hope names Volunteer of the Year

Homes of Hope recently recognized James “Jim” Sawyer of Albemarle as its 2025 Volunteer of the Year. “Jim’s…

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X-Press Lube has evolved over the years

When Ezra Morton opened East Albemarle Texaco in the 1960s, he probably didn’t think about whether the business…

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Butterfly House hosts annual child abuse awareness breakfast

With April designated as Child Abuse Awareness Month, Stanly’s local children’s advocacy center hosted its annual breakfast event…

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Birth announcements for March 2025

March births for Atrium Health Stanly: • Saja Ghilan Mohamed Alshaif was born March 1 to Hager Ali Saif…

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Stanly-Montgomery Baptist Association offers two National Day of Prayer events

The Stanly-Montgomery Baptist Association is calling the community to prayer, by offering two observances of the National Day…

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Albemarle Rotary Club will host ‘Meal to Remember’

The Albemarle Rotary Club and The Rosebriar Restaurant will host a “Meal to Remember” 5-8 p.m. May 2.…