Local civic leader and activist Beth Heile takes a look at the damage being done to Burke County's small towns by a confusing U.S. Postal Service mail delivery system.
- By JACOB CHRISTOPHER jacob@thepaper.media
Autumn is almost upon us, and Lake Hickory Haunts is inviting fear-seekers to embrace the spooky season.
Starting on Sept. 12, Lake Hickory Haunts opened its 13 attractions for the season, inviting families across the area to come have their socks scared off as part of the theme park's 15th year.
- By TAD ELLIOTT For The Paper
Columnist Tad Elliott recounts the inspiring life story of the late Ted Restel who loved flying but who loved people more.
- By JACOB CHRISTOPHER jacob@thepaper.media
Burke County Commissioners are considering an incentive package for what they’re calling “Project Ice Bear,” another attempt by the county to sweeten the deal for a potential manufacturer considering setting up shop in Burke.
- By BILL POTEAT bill@thepaper.media
Rep. Tim Moore spoke to a luncheon sponsored by the Burke County Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday.
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- By BILL POTEAT bill@thepaper.media
The Makers’ Space program hosted by The Industrial Commons does more than offer the use of industrial-grade sewing machines to local artists and crafters.
NAACP Burke County, Indivisible Burke NC, and Common Cause NC are joining forces to host the 2026 Candidates Forum, a free, community event designed to connect voters directly with candidates running in the November 2026 General elections.
- By MADISON LIPE For The Paper
A new North Carolina law will eliminate parking minimums while addressing stormwater runoff, bringing new flexibility for development and more environmental protections.
- By DAVID WRIGHT david@thepaper.media
Climbing accident on Shortoff Mountain with complex helicopter rescue effort for injured climber Jacob Gregory; highlights the challenges faced by first responders in Burke County's rugged terrain.
- By BILL POTEAT bill@thepaper.media
Morganton artist Roberto Paganuzzi is constructing a 9/11 memorial on the lawn of the History Museum of Burke County.
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- By JOSH McKINNEY josh@thepaper.media
After launching his mobile outdoor theater at the Drexel Fairgrounds during the final weekend in June, Morganton native Rex Willis announced via a Facebook post on Tuesday the three classic movies that his business, The View, will show at the same location over the next few weekends.
- By MADISON LIPE For The Paper
A new North Carolina law will eliminate parking minimums while addressing stormwater runoff, bringing new flexibility for development and more environmental protections.
- By JACOB CHRISTOPHER jacob@thepaper.media
Approximately 220 children are currently in foster care in Burke County, with children often sleeping overnight within the Department of Social Services offices due to limited foster homes within the county.
- By ALLEN VANNOPPEN allen@thepaper.media
North Carolina Secretary of State records show 93 new entities were registered in the two counties during August, including 48 in Burke County and 45 in Caldwell County.
- By DAVID WRIGHT david@thepaper.media
Burke County health officials are providing preventive rabies treatment to people who attended a private event in Burke County near Hickory after three goats from a mobile petting zoo tested positive for the disease.
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