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Moderation needed in Burke County government

The Paper’s Columnists

Moderation needed in Burke County government

By JOHNNIE CARSWELL For The Paper
Jun 20, 2026

Former County Commissioner Johnnie Carswell says Burke County needs leaders who can "debate honestly, listen seriously, and govern with a sense of proportion."

Baseball royalty in Forest Hill Cemetery

The Paper’s Columnists

Baseball royalty in Forest Hill Cemetery

By DALTON WALTERS For The Paper
Jun 20, 2026

Legendary baseball manager Connie Mack's son, Earle, is buried in Morganton's Forest Hill Cemetery. Our columnist Dalton Walters explains why.

Burke County, NC news

Community Foundation of Burke County announces Summer 2026 Grant Cycle

By JAYDEN PUPOH jayden@thepaper.media
Jun 20, 2026

This past week the Community Foundation of Burke County announced their plan to award 10 grants of $20,000 to nonprofits serving Burke County.

Burke County lines up full day of Independence Day events

Culture & Community

Burke County lines up full day of Independence Day events

Allen VanNoppen
Jun 20, 2026

Burke County residents can make a full day of Independence Day this year, with a July Fourth lineup that starts with a parade in Glen Alpine, …

Kelly Taylor revives Burke History through theater

News

Kelly Taylor revives Burke History through theater

By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
Jun 20, 2026

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.

Women in clergy debate rekindled by Southern Baptist action

Community News

Featured

Women in clergy debate rekindled by Southern Baptist action

By BILL POTEAT bill@thepaper.media
Jun 20, 2026

Local ministers respond to Southern Baptist Convention vote calling for a ban on female pastors and leaders.

Glen Alpine preps to host America250 Parade

Burke County, NC news

Glen Alpine preps to host America250 Parade

By JAYDEN PUPOH jayden@thepaper.media
Jun 19, 2026

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.

Morganton bonsai grower works to make the art accessible to beginners

Business

Morganton bonsai grower works to make the art accessible to beginners

By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media
Jun 17, 2026

After moving to Burke County, longtime bonsai artist Joe Winkler is growing about 1,000 bonsai trees while working to make the centuries-old art form more accessible through his nursery and the Morganton NC Bonsai Society.

Burke EMS earns $299K in grant funding through rural health program

Burke County, NC news

Burke EMS earns $299K in grant funding through rural health program

Josh McKinney
Jun 15, 2026

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) announced on June 8 that it will provide a total of $10 million to 39 loca…

Burke County, NC news

Glen Alpine preps to host America250 Parade

By JAYDEN PUPOH jayden@thepaper.media
Jun 13, 2026

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.

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Moderation needed in Burke County government

Baseball royalty in Forest Hill Cemetery

Community Foundation of Burke County announces Summer 2026 Grant Cycle

Burke County lines up full day of Independence Day events

Kelly Taylor revives Burke History through theater

Women in clergy debate rekindled by Southern Baptist action

Glen Alpine preps to host America250 Parade

Morganton bonsai grower works to make the art accessible to beginners

Burke EMS earns $299K in grant funding through rural health program

Glen Alpine preps to host America250 Parade

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