Caldwell County Caldwell County students included in $35 million App State GEAR UP grant Angela K. Copeland 23 hrs ago Caldwell County Schools is among 11 school districts that will participate in a new seven-year, $35 million GEAR UP grant awarded to Appalachian State University. Read moreCaldwell County students included in $35 million App State GEAR UP grant
Burke County, NC news Catawba-Wateree drought conditions improve, restrictions can ease in Burke, Caldwell While mandatory restrictions associated with Stage 2 can be lifted,…
News Morganton's Spooktacular 2026 Superheroes, rock stars, witches, and goblins of all ages filled do…
Morganton News Months of public input guide Morganton's development rewrite Public input gathered since spring is helping shape Morganton's pro…
News One-third of Burke County voters cast ballots before Election Day Burke County's 2026 early voting surpassed 2022 totals by 13.9%, wi…
The Paper Editorials Beyond who wins: Understanding Burke elections Oct 31, 2026 The Paper pledges not only to report election results, but to look …
Letters to the Editor Interest rates are stifling local growth Oct 31, 2026 Local writer decries high federal interest rates and their impact o…
The Paper’s Columnists Helene's fury, written on the Linville By BILL POTEAT bill@thepaper.media Oct 31, 2026 Editor Emeritus Bill Poteat hikes beside the Linville River and rep…
The Paper’s Columnists Morganton needs a public voice in police policy By PAUL RASMUSSEN For The Paper Oct 31, 2026 Should Morganton residents have more of a voice in police policy? R…
Freedom set for 22nd annual Super Saturday girls hoops scrimmages 16 hrs ago It’s time to hit the hardwood.
Freedom receives bye in football playoffs; EB, Patton, Draughn also qualify After finishing in a three-way tie with Alexander Central and Watau…
Freedom soccer slips past McDowell Freedom’s Bryan Ramirez (right) runs toward the goal during Monday’…
H.S. FOOTBALL: Cougars hand Freedom 1st conference loss Freedom’s Eboo Thomas runs after making a catch during a varsity fo…
Tri-County Speedway holds penultimate event of 2026 Twenty-five Late Model Stock Car drivers invaded Tri-County Speedwa…
Culture & Community Burke County art organizations share how creativity keeps the brain sharp By MICA BANKS mica@thepaper.media Nov 2, 2026 Decades of research have suggested that creative activities have mental and physical health benefits.
Culture & Community Reviving old traditions: How Ruthie Magnus and neighbors brought trick-or-treating back By MICA BANKS mica@thepaper.media Oct 31, 2026 When they attended the Morganton Spooktacular in 2023, Magnus said she was excited to see so many children. She bough…
Culture & Community Burke County Genealogical Society announces second annual conference By LAURIE JOHNSTON For The Paper Oct 31, 2026 The event will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, but registration is underway and the deadline to register is Nov. 10.
8 Burke, 2 Caldwell restaurants score perfect 100s in Sept. inspections Oct 6, 2026 Round up of sanitation scores at Burke and Caldwell restaurants, schools, and other establishments. Read more8 Burke, 2 Caldwell restaurants score perfect 100s in Sept. inspections
Morganton's BBQ scene shifts as two restaurants close, The Honey Hog opens Jul 25, 2026 Morganton's barbecue landscape is changing as Butch's BBQ & Breakfast and Boulevard Barbeque close while The Hone…
Sunset Slush of the Blue Ridge to open storefront in Valdese Jul 18, 2026 Fans of Sunset Slush of the Blue Ridge’s Italian ice will soon be able to have the frozen treat year-round with the o…
8 Burke, 2 Caldwell restaurants score perfect 100s in Sept. inspections Round up of sanitation scores at Burke and Caldwell restaurants, sc…
August inspections: What score did your favorite restaurant earn? Round up of sanitation scores at Burke and Caldwell restaurants, sc…
The Allard gives Valdese diners something to anticipate Most diners want attentive, but not annoying, service. That’s exact…
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