The latest Valdese Town Council meeting concluded with a contentious disagreement between Councilman Glenn Harvey and Mayor Charlie Watts over whether Harvey's comments during the meeting constituted campaigning or discussion. 

Four Valdese residents have announced they will be on the municipal ballot this fall as part of the 'Step Up for Valdese' campaign, aiming to keep the town moving forward. 

Four Valdese residents, including Melinda Zimmerman, Rexanna Lowman, Shannon Radabaugh, and Keith Huffman, have announced their candidacy for the municipal elections this fall under the 'Step Up for Valdese' campaign.

Four Valdese residents, including Melinda Zimmerman, Rexanna Lowman, Shannon Radabaugh, and Keith Huffman, have announced their candidacy for the municipal elections this fall under the 'Step Up for Valdese' campaign.

The Valdese Town Council hired D.R. Reynolds Company to explore options for public safety facilities, choosing between renovating a police station, building a new fire department, or a combined police and fire department.

Notable quotes from Monday’s Valdese Town Council meeting.

One name has been confirmed for the upcoming Valdese Town Council 2025 ballot— lifelong resident Melinda Zimmerman.