Burke County is not yet “winning” the opioid epidemic if winning means the crisis is over, families are no longer burying loved ones, and emergency responders are no longer answering overdose calls. But if “winning” means building a serious, coordinated, evidence-based response after years of devastation, then Burke County is finally moving in the right direction.
The budget is not yet approved. There will be a public hearing on Monday, June 15, at 6 p.m. in the commissioners meeting room at 110 N. Green St. in Morganton, where the public will have an opportunity to speak.
The budget is not yet approved. There will be a public hearing on Monday, June 15, at 6 p.m. in the commissioners meeting room at 110 N. Green St. in Morganton, where the public will have an opportunity to speak.
"Remembering Helene" won second place in the Videography category. The documentary was created in partnership by Burke County Government, The City of Morganton and videographer Cory Goble with The Idea Complete
Burke County trail leaders met April 2 to coordinate expansion of a 300-mile trail network. Officials highlighted tourism impact, safety, and future projects, with trails contributing to economic growth and outdoor recreation across the county.
As the world of connections shifted from mailboxes to texts and emails, scam artists developed new tactics and tricks that are costing Burke County locals time and money.
As the world of connections shifted from mailboxes to texts and emails, scam artists developed new tactics and tricks that are costing Burke County locals time and money.
BCPS will continue with remote learning on Wednesday; most others schools, businesses, and offices are back to normal operations while some have announced delayed opening.
At the Catawba River Soccer Complex on Saturday, Sept. 27, at 10 a.m., the Burke County Government and the City of Morganton will premiere a documentary that illuminates the ripple effects of the storm on the county.
Join Burke County Government and the City of Morganton at the Catawba River Soccer Complex on Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. for the premiere of a documentary honoring the impact of Hurricane Helene.
