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May. 23, 2013 @ 06:05 AM

EDC board structure still in works

The Rutherford County Economic Development Commission (EDC) Advisory Board remains in the midst of reorganizing itself to be more suitable in an advisory capacity.


May. 22, 2013 @ 06:01 AM

County changing Shiloh school to education facility

The former Shiloh Elementary will soon become a livestock education facility.


May. 21, 2013 @ 05:12 AM

ICC presents budget request to county

Citing an increase in mandated operational costs and a proposed increase in energy rates, the Isothermal Community College Board of Trustees asked for a 10.5 percent funding increase from Rutherford County Commissioners Monday.


May. 21, 2013 @ 05:09 AM

Man wanted in armed robbery

On Sunday evening, officers with the Rutherfordton Police Department were dispatched to the Smoke Shop on South Main Street in Rutherfordton in reference to an armed robbery.


May. 21, 2013 @ 05:00 AM

Blasting into EOGS

It's the time of year for End-of-Grade (EOG) tests. Third, fourth and fifth grade students and teachers have been preparing all year for the upcoming weeks. It can be a stressful time for the schools.


May. 19, 2013 @ 08:44 AM

JROTC wins at regionals

The R-S Central JROTC Drill Team recently competed at the Marine Corps JROTC Regional Drill Championships in Alexandria, Va.


May. 19, 2013 @ 07:27 AM

Comprehensive care for your breast health available

Rutherford Regional’s Breast Care Program is designed to provide each patient with comprehensive and compassionate care. Your first step in maintaining your breast health is a mammogram.


May. 17, 2013 @ 05:10 AM

Sheriff's Office awaits Rutherfordton man's autopsy results

Investigators with the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office continue to work with the District Attorney's Office, awaiting the results of the toxicology report and full autopsy for Stephen Michael Jacobs of Whitesides Road in Rutherfordton.


May. 17, 2013 @ 04:58 AM

Patterson wins Tanner Award

With tears in her eyes, Anita Patterson accepted her Tanner Award during a special luncheon at Lavender Bistro on Thursday.


May. 16, 2013 @ 06:17 AM

Hicks Grove Road renamed

The remaining section of Hicks Grove Road in southern Rutherford County will soon have a new name.