Child Bitten by Dog
A child was hospitalized with serious injuries after a dog bite Monday afternoon. The News Herald reports the child was bitten by a pit bull and may have injuries to the head and eye area. The dog
Former Officer Indicted
A Former Burke County officer is being indicted for embezzlement. Former Lt. Jody Wayne Price is accused of embezzling over $16,000. The News Herald reports Price was assigned to the Burke County Sheriff’s Offices’ Narcotics Task Force
Preparing for Florence in Burke County
Residents in Burke County are being asked to help keep storm drains clear ahead of Hurricane Florence. The News Herald reports Public Works officials in Valdese and Morganton say they are working to clear storm drains ahead