Fireworks
As the July 4th weekend gets underway, fireworks are planned throughout the Catawba Valley. Valdese will have fireworks on Friday at dusk behind the Old Rock School. Morganton will have their display on July 4th at Freedom
Names of Deceased
The names of the 4 people found deceased in Lenoir have been released. Ronald Albert Ward 58, Ronald James Ward 29, Kaitlyn Nichole Ward 18, and Emily Grace Ward 15 years old. All were found at the
Demolition
The former industrial arts building behind the Old Rock School in Valdese will be demolished. Asbestos removal and other preparations are underway. The move was approved by the Valdese Town Council on June 7th. The public is