State & local burn bans remain in effect
The state wide burn ban issued by the North Carolina Forest Service and local bans issued by all Catawba Valley/Unifour counties remain in effect until further notice. The N.C. Forest Service tracks daily fire activity using a
Valdese proposes program cuts and pay changes to close budget gap
By Mica Banks for THE PAPER Editor’s Note: This is the second of two stories related to the proposed fiscal year 2026-27. Read more coverage in the April 25 edition. Valdese leaders are proposing a mix of
City of Hickory host two events this Saturday
Earth Day and Arbor Day Celebration HICKORY – Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with the City of Hickory and the Community Appearance Commission (CAC) during the fifth annual Green Fest at the Hickory Farmers Market on Saturday,
Caldwell County Board of Education to host public hearing on Gateway School
The Caldwell County Board of Education hereby gives notice of a public hearing regarding the relocation of Gateway School to 332 Greenhaven Dr NW, Lenoir, NC 28645. The hearing will provide an opportunity for members of the