Morganton News Mapping Morganton: Stephen Fox balances analytics and creativity By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media 16 hrs ago Morganton GIS analyst Stephen Fox discusses building the city's mapping system, his passion for geography, and his creative pursuits in music and digital art. Read moreMapping Morganton: Stephen Fox balances analytics and creativity
Burke County, NC news Advance care planning workshop set for Aug. 13 AMOREM and Thrive will offer a free advance care planning workshop …
Burke County, NC news Burke officials prepare for tax appraisals Burke County residents can expect new property values in 2027, afte…
Burke County Schools Western Piedmont Community College to finish post-Helene repairs with ropes course, zipline project The last repair on Western Piedmont Community College's Hurricane H…
Courts and Crime County negotiating with architect for crisis center For tens of thousands of hours each year, people struggling with me…
The Paper’s Columnists AI + HI = ROI: A smarter was to serve Burke County By JOHNNIE CARSWELL For The Paper 4 hrs ago Former County Commission Johnny Carswell argues that artificial int…
Letters to the Editor If not so dangerous, Trump's election theories would be laughable 16 hrs ago Letter writer John Flood criticizes many aspects of the Trump admin…
The Paper’s Columnists Living in the neighborhood of wonder By JUDITH TEELE For The Paper 16 hrs ago Columnist Judith Teele weaves an enchanting story of and how it can…
The Paper’s Columnists Of death and other inconveniences in life By MATT MATTHEWS For The Paper 16 hrs ago Columnist Matt Matthews reminds us that the end of life brings both…
COLUMN: 10 things to watch in the upcoming 2026-27 seasons 16 hrs ago The summers just keep getting shorter.
Valdese 8U Blue softball wins tournament title In addition to the two Valdese youth diamond teams who both won 202…
Buff, Pierce claim Mimosa net member-member title The team of Will Buff (left) and Ray Pierce finished first overall …
Martin steps down as EB’s track coach Following a historic five-year run as East Burke High School’s head…
Long-time track coach McGimpsey retires from Freedom After spending most of the last half-century involved in some capac…
Culture & Community J.E. Broyhill Civic Center kicks off season Friday, Aug. 7 Angela K. Copeland 16 hrs ago Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute’s J.E. Broyhill Civic Center's 2026-2027 season features 12 months…
Culture & Community Waldensian Festival brings music and tradition to Valdese Angela K. Copeland 16 hrs ago The 51st Waldensian Festival — Friday, Aug. 7, and Saturday, Aug. 8 — is one of Valdese’s signature celebrations, dra…
Culture & Community Internationally known storyteller to kick off CoMMA’s FamilyStage Series Josh McKinney Jul 18, 2026 Families are invited to experience an hour of laughter, imagination, and interactive storytelling when CoMMA Performi…
Morganton's BBQ scene shifts this week as two restaurants close, The Honey Hog opens Jul 21, 2026 Morganton's barbecue landscape is changing as Butch's BBQ & Breakfast and Boulevard Barbeque close while The Honey Hog opens Wednesday. Read moreMorganton's BBQ scene shifts this week as two restaurants close, The Honey Hog opens
8 Burke restaurants post perfect scores in April May 2, 2026 Round up of sanitation scores at Burke County restaurants, schools, and other establishments.Â
Valdese's new Saloon on Bobo Avenue will offer a little bit of everything Apr 4, 2026 Owner Brandon Boykin said the goal is to have a space where there is something for everyone, and everyone feels welcome.
The Hedge opens, bringing elevated comfort food to Morganton's Queen Street Mar 21, 2026 The Hedge, located at 203 Queen St., transforms a historic 1950s Savings and Loan building into an upscale, casual di…
Editor's Pick Savvy Shopping: How to feed your family without breaking the bank Mar 8, 2025 In today's economy, managing grocery costs is crucial. Planning meals, sticking to a list, utilizing loyalty programs…
The Allard gives Valdese diners something to anticipate Most diners want attentive, but not annoying, service. That’s exact…
8 Burke restaurants post perfect scores in April Round up of sanitation scores at Burke County restaurants, schools,…
Improper food storage, holding temperatures among reasons Hildebran's B&B Food Store earned March's low score Round up of sanitation scores at Burke County restaurants, schools,…
Ono Poke Bowl random review: Does it make the cut? When it comes to food, I enjoy the comfort of familiarity.
Standard Oyster Company sets high expectations for The Union Marshall’s comment about our dining experience sums it up nicely.
BCPS school cafeterias earn perfect scores in February Round up of sanitation scores at Burke County restaurants, schools,…
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