Vickie Padgett McCombs
Vickie Padgett McCombs, age 77 of Bostic died Sunday, July 12, 2026, at her home. Vickie was born on December 28, 1948, in Rutherford County and was a daughter of
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Family on fishing trip sail into massive ‘sea of jellyfish’
A ''sea of jellyfish'' in Dunbeath, Scotland. // A family on a fishing trip sailed into a massive ''sea of jellyfish''. Daniel Macleod, 37, had taken his twin boys out on their small boat in Dunbeath, Scotla...
Crustacean taxidermist charges up to $400 to preserve pet crabs and lobsters
'I really wouldn't have expected the crustacean taxidermy thing to take off as it has.'
How to plan a 9-day trip to Belize
Our Belize itinerary was full of wonder, relaxation, surprises, and adventure. It’s what happens when you plan half of it on the beach and the other half in the jungle.
Inside Wailea's Winning Formula for Family Golf
The National Golf Foundation reports more than 48 million Americans, age 6 and up, played golf last year. That includes 3 million beginners, 4 million girls aged 18 or younger,
Lake Lure Classical Academy's new director begins work
LAKE LURE - A new school director has been selected to lead Lake Lure Classical Academy.
Arrests - July 14-16
Jordan Carpenter, 38, of 75 Bowen Dr., Gastonia, was jailed July 16 on charges of possession of drug paraphernalia and two counts of felony possession of a Schedule II controlled substance. Total secured bon...
State Report Card shows mixed results for Rutherford County schools
Rutherford County Schools received its final report card for the 2024-25 school year this week.
As Mortgage Rates Hit 10-Month Peak, Here’s What It Means for Home Buyers
If you were hoping to score a bargain mortgage rate, this is probably not your week. The average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage climbed eight basis points to 6.47%
Probe of Mamdani, possible Iran negotiation violation sought
(The Center Square) – Investigating the mayor of New York City and a member of his administration following a meeting with an ambassador from the Islamic Republic of Iran has
WATCH: Washington candidates clash over Trump endorsement for House
(The Center Square) - As Central Washington voters begin filling out primary ballots as soon as this weekend, some may be a bit confused about who President Donald Trump actually
11 National Ice Cream Day Deals and Freebies
Summer and ice cream go together like mint and chocolate. Or sea salt and caramel. OK, you get the idea.National Ice Cream Day is the third Sunday in July, landing
First Boys and Girls Club to open in Rutherford County
The Boys and Girls Club of Rutherford (BGCR) is set to open August 11 at 376 Hudlow Road, Forest City.
Rutherford County land transfers
Joshua Deese, Brandie Deese to Cody Winters to Cody Winters; Church Hill Farms; Cool Springs; $1,104 tax; $552,000 value.
‘Smidge of accountability.’ Budget tweaks NC school voucher funding as state audit planned.
The long-awaited state budget signed by Gov. Josh Stein last week included a number of provisions for the state’s private schools and Opportunity Scholarship Program, including reallocating some funds from
K-9 finds 13 pounds of meth during traffic stop
A traffic stop on Thursday led to police investigators finding 13 pounds of meth.
Meteorite that crashed in New Jersey may hold clues to how life began
When scientists examined the rocks, they determined it belonged to one of two known types of primitive meteorites.
Invisible sensors thinner than human hair could revolutionize health
The ultra-thin devices developed by Japanese scientists can't be seen by the naked eye.
New monkey species with orange lips discovered in Africa
It was first sighted in 2008 when researchers captured a partially obscured photograph of the monkey.
Mortgage-Free Sounds Great — Is It? Plus More July Money Questions
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Mark James Elliott
Mark James Elliott, age 68, of Forest City, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Hospice House in Forest City. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend,
Lucille Clara McDowell
Lucille Clara McDowell of Forest City, NC passed on July 6, 2026 in the home at the age 102. Funeral service will be held on Saturday at 2:00 PM in
Jimmy Moore
Jimmy Moore, age 82, of Forest City, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City.
Jackie Mode Huffman
Jackie Mode Huffman, age 80, of Ellenboro, passed away Sunday, July 12, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City.