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It is a mystery how Dale Meyer got his great Burke County drawl. Before moving to Burke County, Dale Myer first lived on a dairy farm in upstate New York and before his parents separated, Dale had …
There is no mistaking the theme song. Whether you watched the TV show from the 1960s, the movies from the 1990s, or the current series on Netflix, you know the theme song of “The Addams …
Cast: Georgia Wood, Ben Johnston, Allie Parris, Tristan Hightower CJ Stahl, Lennie Abee,Stanley Roten, Aida Ruechel, Charlie BennetT, Morgan Young, Caden Reece, Abby Koon ,Addison …
School is still in session and summer is still more than two months away, but the Spring Carnival in Drexel has been an official start to outdoor amusement since the mid-90s.This year’s event will …
Fonta Flora Brewery is no stranger to special events. From live music and book clubs to macrame workshops, there’s tons of fun to be had at the brewery’s three locations. You can now add a …
World acclaimed wildlife photographer and adventurer Amos Nachoum will bring his photography to the CoMMA stage on Tuesday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m.While his interest in conservation began with sharks, …
Author, educator and gardener Craig LeHoullier, known as the North Carolina Tomatoman, will give a free talk and demonstration Saturday, April 29, at 3 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church.The …
Old Colony Players will present “Shrek the Musical” at the Fred B. Cranford Amphitheatre at 401 Church St. NW in Valdese beginning Friday, April 21, and continuing into the first week of …
On April 10, 2023, Burke County Smart Start, Inc. (BCSS) will sponsor the play, “A Sick Day for Amos McGee,” at the City of Morganton Municipal Auditorium (CoMMA). Admission will be free for …
Musicians throughout Morganton on Saturday, Aug. 26, will take part again in a worldwide extravaganza that pulls together communities for a day of free music.It is the second annual Play Music on the …
One of the longest running parties in all of Western North Carolina takes place each Friday night in downtown Valdese at Myra’s Restaurant on Main Street. It’s a weekly party that has …
CoMMA Performing Arts Center will present a brand new production of the smash-hit musical ON YOUR FEET! THE STORY OF EMILIO & GLORIA ESTEFAN on Monday April 3, 2023. This inspiring true story …
"Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience" is coming to the CoMMA Performing Arts Center – Friday March 31, at 7:30 p.m."Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience" is …
The Waldensian Trail of Faith, located at 401 Church St. SW in downtown Valdese, will present an Easter sunrise experience titled “Resurrection Light!” on Sunday, April 9, at 6:45 a.m.Visitors …
When the Hickory Choral Society (HCS) commissioned composer Dan Forrest to write a piece for choir and orchestra in 2011, little did they know the result would become one of the most performed extended choral works by an American composer in recent times. …
Hiplet Ballerinas of the Chicago Multi-Cultural Dance Center will dance their way to CoMMA on Saturday, March 25 at 7:30 p.m. The only company in the world to perform the signature trademark …
Wednesday, March 1, was the perfect day to interview a potter, in this case Matt Hallyburton of Rutherford College. Although the season was technically still winter, the morning sun was already warm …
Chocolate? Check! Lots of chocolate desserts and confectioneries? Check! Adult beverages including chocolate martinis? Check! Tasty hors d'oeuvres and a great night out on the town?Check! And all in support of a wonderful cause ...
What is there not to love about this book! I was captivated from the very first page. 'Daisy Jones & The Six' is so deeply layered and written in such a beautiful style that it is set apart …
Chris Taylor is no ordinary musician.He is the complete package. Energy. Talent. Looks. Charm. Humor. And showmanship in spades. He can pack the house and have the crowd screaming for more. He …
"The Wife of Willesden"by Zadie SmithI know very little about the mathematical study of probability but like most people I sometimes experience strange and arbitrary coincidences I can't …
Have you seen the show, “The Outer Banks,” on Netflix yet? If you haven't I suggest you watch it immediately. You will agree that “The Outer Banks” (OBX) is paradise on Earth. It's no …
Television viewers know Morganton’s Jamie Buchanan as an ace car detailer capable of bringing decrepit vehicles back to life, but the star of the HISTORY Channel’s Dirty Old Cars has taken on a more formidable adversary in his career …
Join Belle, The Beast, and some new friends as they skate through adventures, magic and celebration – but beware of the enchantress who wants to have the beast remain a monster for the rest of his …
Saturday, Feb. 25 Food Truck Court: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., the Historic Burke County Courthouse Square below the Amphitheater stage, 102 E. Union St., MorgantonTap Takeover by Heretic Brewing Company …