Morganton hosts regional conference for the future of passenger rail
By Madison Lipe for THE PAPER Local, state, and federal-ranking leaders from across North Carolina will gather in Morganton on Wednesday to discuss restoring passenger rail service to Western North Carolina, a long-standing goal for the
Monday fatal collision on I-40 take life of Morganton man
STATESVILLE- On Monday, March 16th at approximately 9:52 a.m., the North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to and investigated a fatal collision on I-40 near the 154 mile marker, in Iredell County. A 2010 Toyota Highlander was traveling
Violent fugitive wanted in multiple states arrested in Catawba Co following pursuit
On Sunday, March 15, 2026, deputies with the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle for an equipment violation on Highway 16 South. The driver failed to stop, resulting in a
Afghan man who worked with U.S. forces dies after one day in ICE custody
A 41-year-old Afghan refugee who once worked alongside U.S. forces has died less than a day after being detained by immigration authorities in North Texas, prompting calls from relatives and community leaders for an independent investigation. Mohammad
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles reveals early breast cancer diagnosis
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, but plans to remain in her role while undergoing treatment, President Trump announced Monday. Trump shared the news in a post on Truth
Nate Diaz returns to MMA to face Mike Perry on Ronda Rousey–Gina Carano fight card
Fan favorite Nate Diaz is set to return to mixed martial arts for the first time in nearly four years, taking on Mike Perry in a five-round welterweight matchup on May 16. The bout will take place
NY Jets trade QB Justin Fields to Chiefs in exchange for sixth-round draft pick
The New York Jets have agreed to trade quarterback Justin Fields to the Kansas City Chiefs in exchange for a sixth-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. The deal is still pending a physical. ESPN’s Adam Schefter
Luke Combs previews new album with the song “I Ain’t No Cowboy”
Luke Combs has released a new single, I Ain’t No Cowboy, as he continues building anticipation for his forthcoming album The Way I Am, set for release this Friday, March 20th. I Ain’t No Cowboy was written by Combs
NBCUniversal cancels ‘Access Hollywood,’ ‘Karamo’ and ‘The Steve Wilkos Show’
NBCUniversal is shutting down production of its first-run syndicated programming, a move that will end several long-running daytime and entertainment shows, including Access Hollywood, Access Live, Karamo and The Steve Wilkos Show. The decision marks a major
Sarah Michelle Gellar confirms ‘Buffy: New Sunnydale’ revival was cancelled by Hulu
A planned return to the world of Buffy the Vampire Slayer will not be happening after all. Sarah Michelle Gellar confirmed that the revival project, titled Buffy: New Sunnydale, is no longer moving forward at Hulu. The