Local News
The Hickory Police Department has implemented the “Pay Attention in City Traffic” initiative. Officers will now use their solid blue cruiser lights as a way of deterring crime and increasing visibility on heavily traveled streets and roads.
Vehicle break in and theft charges were brought against a Lenoir man. Victor Baine Hartley 49, was arrested by the Caldwell County Sheriff’s Officers. He also faces felony possession of a firearm by a convicted felon among
Commissioners in Alexander County approved plans for a splash pad, playground and picnic shelter for the Courthouse Park. The cost for the additions will be just under $400,000. Rick French, the county manager, said the splash pad
A Raleigh resident is facing charges in Catawba County. Brian Daniel Powell 27, faces felony possession of a stolen motor vehicle. Powell was placed in the Catawba County Detention facility under a $12,500 bond. A court date
A wreck involving 2 vehicles occurred in Morganton Wednesday. The crash took place around 5pm at the intersection of Collett St and N Green St. The Burke County EMS and Rescue Squad responded along with the Morganton
A tanker carrying propane overturned in Morganton. The wreck occurred around 1230 pm Tuesday near Wamsutta Mill Rd and NC 126. The road was shut down for several hours. No injuries were reported and there was no
Mayor Joe Gibbons was selected to serve as vice chair of the NC Mayors Association. He will serve a one year term. Mayor Gibbons helped form the organization 4 years ago. He was first elected Mayor of
Bond was set at $100,000 for a Granite Falls man. Gary Daniel Stallings 33, was arrested by Caldwell County Sheriffs Officers. He faces electronic house arrest violations due to a positive drug test. A court date was
Heavy damage was done to a truck after hitting a bridge in Hickory. The 26 foot box truck struck the railroad overpass of 3rd St SW near downtown. The roof of the truck was peeled back, no
A Granite Falls man was arrested on multiple charges. Monte Eugene Eaker 26, faces felony trafficking in methamphetamine and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He was released on a $100,000 secured bond. A court
