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National Trails Day highlights nature's economic impact on Burke

Business

National Trails Day highlights nature's economic impact on Burke

By JACOB CHRISTOPHER jacob@thepaper.media
Jun 6, 2026

Visitors spent more than $154 million in Burke County in 2024, and local tourism officials and trail advocates say outdoor recreation is one of the leading factors.

Beanstalk Bridges built on nature

Business

Beanstalk Bridges built on nature

By JACOB CHRISTOPHER jacob@thepaper.media
Nov 29, 2025

Beanstalk Bridges is gearing up for the holiday season, prefabricating playsets from natural materials and sharpening their pencils to design custom projects. And yes, they have time between now and Christmas to discuss family wish-lists.

With nearly 200 hours of work, Valdese Lakeside Park reopened just over a week after Helene

Burke County, NC news

With nearly 200 hours of work, Valdese Lakeside Park reopened just over a week after Helene

By MICA BANKS mica@thepaper.media
Sep 26, 2025

Eight days, 85 trees, and about 178 volunteer hours later, Valdese Lakeside Park reopened after Helene.

Beth Heile seized the opportunity to build a lasting treasure for Burke County

News

Beth Heile seized the opportunity to build a lasting treasure for Burke County

By BILL POTEAT
Editor, THE PAPER
Feb 17, 2023

Picking out a favorite spot at Valdese Lakeside Park can be quite the conundrum.

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FOR THE PAPER
Dec 31, 1969

Beth Heile has been the driving force behind Valdese Lakeside Park.

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FOR THE PAPER
Dec 31, 1969

Grant funding provided the placement of several benches around the main greenway at Valdese Lakeside Park.

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FOR THE PAPER
Dec 31, 1969

A suspension bridge spans McGalliard Creek, allowing the greenway to connect Lakeside Park with McGalliard Falls Park.

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FOR THE PAPER
Dec 31, 1969

Valdese Lakeside Park has an extensive trail system with more than seven miles of hiking and biking.

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FOR THE PAPER
Dec 31, 1969

The view from Meditation Point, one of the most popular spots in Valdese Lakeside Park.

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FOR THE PAPER
Dec 31, 1969

An inviting trail at Valdese Lakeside Park as sunset nears.

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