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Man Convicted of Setting Fire in 2017
A man who set fire to an ex-girlfriend's home in July 2017 was convicted in Gaston County court Monday (May 6th), but Derrick Higdon got a sentence far less than what the original charges might have brought.
Rescheduled for September 14th
The Lincolnton Food, Wine & Brew Fest originally scheduled for Saturday May 4th has been rescheduled for the second Saturday in September (Sept. 14th). No festival this week, but there's still plenty to see and do.
CVCC Wins Big At Skills USA Conference
Held last month in Greensboro, Skills USA is a national competition involving the skilled and technical education programs of middle, high school and college/post-secondary education institutions. Some 24 students will represent CVCC at the National Skills USA Competition this summer.
CVCC, Mars Hill Sign Articulation Agreement
This week, the two schools signed an articulation agreement that will help CVCC students navigate a seamless transition into a bachelor of science degree in criminal justice, available via Mars Hill’s Internet-based learning programs.
GNEM Coming to Lincoln County
Lithium is the future--thanks to the growth in electric vehicles and other needs for the mineral. The NC Dept. of Commerce announced this past week that Green New Energy Materials, Inc., a manufacturer of a key component in lithium-ion betteries, will establish its first US operation in eastern Lincoln County, …
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Mitchem Out, Davis In as Commissioners Chair
Carrol Mitchem was removed from the chairmanship of Lincoln County Commissioners in a special called meeting Wednesday afternoon (May 1st). Commissioners then chose Commissioner Cathy Davis to serve as chair.
CVCC Benefits From Duke Energy Grants
Over the past year, the CVCC Foundation, Inc. was honored to receive multiple grants from Duke Energy. These funds were pivotal in assisting the college with new projects.
Putting A Face On Homelessness
On average, about one in every 1,250 North Carolinians is without a home. Mitzi Williams, the executive director of Christian Ministry of Lincoln County, talks about one of her organization’s clients, known as “Mrs. Janice.”
Commissioners Set Stage for Removal of Mitchem as Chair
A short special called meeting of the Lincoln County Commissioners has apparently set the stage for the ouster of Commissioner Carrol Mitchem as chair of the board.
Commissioners Approve Purchase of Land for new East Lincoln Library
Lincoln County Commissioners have approved the purchase of land for the new East Lincoln Library. It will be on NC273 abuot two miles west of East Lincoln High School.
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Fatal Fire Ruled An Accident
Lincoln County Fire Marshal’s Office and North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation have determined that the housefire on Cloudburst Circle in Lincolnton was an accident and caused by improperly discarded smoking materials.
Three Victims Found In Fatal Housefire
About 2:46 a.m., Wednesday morning (today, April 17), Lincoln County 911 Communications was alerted to a residential fire at 1661 Cloudburst Circle in Lincolnton.
Lincolnton Woman Charged With Selling Fentanyl That Led To An Overdose Death
She is charged with one count of distribution of fentanyl resulting in death and one count of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl.
Schools Will Get $6.1 Million
Lincoln County Schools will get an additional $6.1 million for fiscal 2025. Lincoln County Commissioners voted 3-2 to approve the full amount for which schools had asked in a joint session in mid-March.
Lincoln County Schools Announces New Coordinator
The Board approved the Superintendent’s recommendation to name Mrs. Alysha McCrary Tench the Coordinator of Accountability and Student Information effective July 1, 2024.
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May 08, 2024