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Pearl Harbor remembered

When Catawbans awoke Thursday to news of a shooting on the Navy base at Pearl Harbor leaving three dead, including the perpetrator, a uniformed sailor from a submarine, we and all Americans immediately thought of the 78th anniversary today of the December 7, 1941, attack by Japanese aircraft that

Newton swears in council members and new mayor

Tuesday night, Newton held its city council meeting, ushering in new people and perspectives to the coming years.

The purpose of the meeting was to swear in the new mayor, Eddie Haupt, new city council member, Beverly Danner, and two returning members, Jody Dixon, and Jerry Hodge.

Giving Tuesday provides funding for local non-profit animal rescue

This year’s Giving Tuesday falls on December 3rd and one local non-profit is hoping the movement will help them continue providing homes and medical treatment for dogs in need. 

Shop small to support local merchants November 30th

Cities and towns across the country will participate in the tenth annual Small Business Saturday on November 30th to support small businesses.

Carolina Caring, 40 Years Strong!

Julie Packer, director of professional relations at Carolina Caring opened the organization’s celebration by saying: “Carolina Caring is blessed that a handful of visionaries gathered together 40 years ago to discuss, develop and begin a better way of caring for our most vulnerable citizens who w

18 county grads participating in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

CULLOWEE, N.C. — Catawba County will be represented proudly on Thursday when the traditional Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade takes place in New York City.

High speed chase ends with crash

According to the Newton Police Department, a high speed chase in Newton ended on Startown Road near the Startown Elementary School. Two women were reportedly arguing at the Catawba County Justice Center. They fled when Newton Police officers approached them.

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church to host Thanksgiving meal

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Newton will host a Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. Until 1 p.m.

Mary Reitzel, church member, says that everyone is welcome to attend.

“We offer a meal to anyone who wants to eat with others,” she said. “Its an open door.”

2nd Annual Christmas Tour of Historic Homes tickets available now

The Second Annual Christmas Tour of Historic Homes, sponsored by the Newton Kiwanis Club, is fast approaching.

Bandys High shares story to encourage support of the Children’s Advocacy

Kaylyn Taylor is an ordinary high school student with an extraordinary story.