Covid News
Area counties have reported an increase in Covid 19 cases, as the hope of a vaccine increases with news from the pharmaceutical companies. There are currently 52 people in the hospital in Catawba County with the virus.
$93,000 Bond
Bond was set at $93,000 for a Lenoir man. Elijah Rashard Gibbs 45, faces felony possession with intent to sell or deliver cocaine among other drug charges. He also faces possession of a firearm by a felon
Most Wanted
Burke County’s Most Wanted list includes Dalton Gage Hughes, 28 years old. He is wanted for felony larceny and felony possession of stolen goods. His last known address was Flat Gap Rd in Valdese. Anyone with information
A Gift of Turkey
In lieu of a staff meal together, this year Chartwells K-12 cafeteria staff and Burke County Schools were each given a turkey for Thanksgiving. More than 750,000 meals were served to students throughout this year’s remote learning,