Man Charged in Child Abuse Case
A Morganton man has been charged with felony child abuse after a child was found to have serious injuries. 32 year old David Allen Proctor was charged after the child was taken to a local hospital and
Pair Charged in Break In
On April 30, 2020, at approximately 9:00 p.m. the Burke County Sheriff’s Office responded to a breaking and entering at 6443 US 64, Morganton. The suspects fled before the homeowner and deputies arrived. Deputies then received an
Burke Co. Friday COVID-19 Update
Burke County’s Response to COVID-19 • Burke County is currently at 128 positive cases. The cases consist of traveling, congregate living, and community spread. All positive cases are isolated and Public Health staff continues to investigate the
NC Phase 1 Re-Opening Starts Friday
The transition into Phase One of re-opening NC begins at 5pm Friday. It does not lift the Stay at Home Order but does increase the number reasons citizens are allowed to leave. Personal Care businesses will remain