Sara Waugh has been selected as the recipient of Carolina Caring’s prestigious David B. Clarke Service Before Self Award, an honor given to an employee who exemplifies trust, integrity, and excellence in their work.
- Josh McKinney
The Carolina Caring Foundation announced last week the addition of Taylorsville native and professional race car driver Michael Bumgarner of Rick Ware Racing as the newest partner and contributor to its Cardinal Keepers campaign.
- Angela K. Copeland
He's incredibly sweet, loves meeting new people, and gets along great with dogs, cats, and kids alike.
- Josh McKinney
Dianne Compton has volunteered with AMOREM’s Thrifts & Gifts store in Valdese for nearly a year, but she’s been supporting hospice care much longer than that.
- Allen VanNoppen
The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage after donations dropped sharply in June, with Morganton-area blood drives scheduled July 16 and July 22 to help protect hospital patient care.
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- Angela K. Copeland
She's the kind of dog who doesn't need to be the center of attention to steal your heart — her sweet personality does that all on its own.
- Angela K. Copeland
I'm just a gentle soul who would love to find my forever crew, drop anchor, and perhaps watch some pirate movies.
- PICTURE BURKE / FOR THE PAPER
Pictured here is the original Waldensian Hosiery Mill in Valdese, with its employees in 1901. The mill’s roots trace back to John Meir’s 1895 Valdese knitting operation. After following Meir to work at his mill in South Carolina, John and Francis Garrou and Antoine Grill returned to start th…
- By JAYDEN PUPOH jayden@thepaper.media
John Konst is retiring after 40 years of serving as the general manager of the Burger King in Morganton.
- Josh McKinney
For many individuals, addressing the mental health concerns tied to grief and loss can feel overwhelming, complicated, or out of reach.
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- Josh McKinney
Indivisible Burke NC will host an art show entitled “This Moment” beginning Saturday, July 4, and continuing each of the next four weekends at 123 W. Union St. in Morganton.
- Angela K. Copeland
I'm a little shy and awkward when I meet new people, but once I get to know you and feel comfortable, I love to lie with you, be petted, and purr with my kitty engine.
- Angela K. Copeland
While some people have called her "lazy," Berry simply prefers a more relaxed lifestyle and would much rather spend her days lounging with her favorite people than running a marathon.
- By JAYDEN PUPOH jayden@thepaper.media
John Konst is retiring after 40 years of serving as the general manager of the Burger King in Morganton.
- Josh McKinney
With a dangerous heat wave expected to bring temperatures of over 100 degrees to North Carolina over Fourth of July weekend, the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is urging caution when spending time outdoors or in areas that are not air-conditioned.
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