Encapsulating the cultural zeitgeist of Burke County in 2026 with a catalog of objects might be challenging, but it’s worth it so the next gen…
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Encapsulating the cultural zeitgeist of Burke County in 2026 with a catalog of objects might be challenging, but it’s worth it so the next gen…
Kelly Taylor's work with the Burke Theater Guild focuses on bringing Burke County's history back to life. Her latest script will combine several stories of women from the American Revolution era in time for America250.
On Saturday, July 4, the United States will celebrate its 250th birthday and the town of Glen Alpine will celebrate its own historic milestone: hosting Burke County’s official America250 Parade.
On Saturday, July 4, the United States will celebrate its 250th birthday and the town of Glen Alpine will celebrate its own historic milestone: hosting Burke County’s official America250 Parade.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ national America250 initiative to send trucks filled with nonperishables to 250 food banks ac…
From a five-year strategic plan to possible small business grants, Glen Alpine leaders are setting their sights on economic revitalization.
After months of consideration, Burke's America250 Committee has finally chosen an Independence Day event: a bigger-than-ever Fourth of July parade in Glen Alpine to celebrate 250 years of American independence.
While the committee has yet to announce its July 4 event, there are a couple of things planned before then, including a time capsule and planting a Liberty Tree.
Ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary, Burke County Commissioners passed a resolution on Monday recognizing the area’s ties to the Revolutionary War, including several historical landmarks and the Overmountain Men.
