A statewide tourism initiative is showcasing Morganton, Valdese, and Lenoir's local businesses and outdoor attractions as a way to help small towns promote what makes their communities unique.
- By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
Morganton's planning commission recommended approval of the completion of Clover Ridge subdivision, along with an alternative design for Thrive Church's future home on South Sterling Street.
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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.
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Commercial projects led by the Ingles renovation accounted for more than 82% of Morganton's $7.13 million in construction activity during June.
- By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
Morganton's planning commission recommended approval of the completion of Clover Ridge subdivision, along with an alternative design for Thrive Church's future home on South Sterling Street.
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The City of Morganton was recently obligated $2.7 million by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to rebuild the boardwalk at River Village Shopping Center, which was damaged during Hurricane Helene. Construction is underway, with the new boardwalk expected to be completed by the end of t…
- By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
As civic club membership dwindles, Morganton’s Chris Jernigan is brainstorming ways to get people more involved in community service at both the local and international level as president-elect of Optimist International.
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The City of Morganton was recently obligated $2.7 million by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to rebuild the boardwalk at River Village Shopping Center, which was damaged during Hurricane Helene. Construction is underway, with the new boardwalk expected to be completed by the end of t…
- 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.
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John Konst is retiring after 40 years of serving as the general manager of the Burger King in Morganton.
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- By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
Flexibility has dominated preliminary community discussions about what the City of Morganton needs to change in its development process.
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Two large chains are setting their sights on Morganton, one planning to bring quick coffee service to Burkemont Avenue and another bringing a gas station to Carbon City Road.
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Two large chains are setting their sights on Morganton, one planning to bring quick coffee service to Burkemont Avenue and another bringing a gas station to Carbon City Road.
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The Morganton City Council approved a $94 million budget that will keep residents paying the current property tax rate.
Mindful Touch Massage & Spa in downtown Morganton has expanded its services to include esthetics and a new Wellness Lounge.
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