| Business | Lifestyles | Arts & Culture |  | | A High Shoals man was charged with Attempted Murder after a shooting incident Friday morning.
Saturday, September 26, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Here's the latest figures on the COVID-19 pandemic in our area.
Friday, September 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | A Lincoln County man was arrested early this morning (September 25, 2020) after breaking into the Boger City Pawn Shop on East Main Street in Lincolnton.
Friday, September 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The Gaston County Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in their investigation of the larceny of a dirt bike.
Friday, September 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | A 13-year-old is dead and his 18-year-old friend has been charged with murder after a shooting incident Wednesday afternoon on Highland Drive in Lincolnton.
Thursday, September 24, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| E-State News | | | The Criminal Indictment Charges Stem from the Alleged Improper Handling, Transportation and Storage of Lead-Contaminated Soil from the City’s Firing Range.
Friday, September 18, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | North Carolina's Voter ID amendment was reinstated by the Court of Appeals Tuesday (Sept. 15th) but with an appeal to the State Supreme Court coming, it won't be enforced this November.
Wednesday, September 16, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The 2020 Footcandle Film Festival will be held between September 23-27, marking the sixth year of the festival bringing films from around the world to the area and hosting discussion with the filmmakers that made them. The 2020 festival will be different, however, as it will be held completely online for the safety of all attendees.
Wednesday, September 2, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is reminding the public to think about health and safety in the kitchen for National Food Safety Education Month this September.
Tuesday, September 1, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | There will no doubt come a day when many vehicles--among them tractor-trailer rigs--will be driven by computers instead of human drivers. An incident Wednesday in Nash County indicates it may be necessary to improve the artificial intelligence before giving it the wheel.
Wednesday, August 26, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| E-Religion | Inspirational Reflections | Worship Directory | | | Therefore go and make disciples of all nations...
Saturday, September 26, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Recently, I have been taking my lunch with me to work. It is cheaper to bring lunch than to go a restaurant each workday. It also saves time, because I can eat at my office and never have to leave the building. Finally, it eliminates one more time to be in public and to be exposed to the possibility of COVID.
Saturday, September 26, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Christmas may be three months away. But according to Mitzi Williams, that time will pass in the blink of an eye, so it’s not too soon to start thinking about it. Christian Ministry of Lincoln County is beginning to gear up for its biggest time of the year and the annual Christmas angels charitable efforts for local children.
Friday, September 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Since we live by the Spirit...
Friday, September 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Upcoming events to put on your calendar include the Yard and Hot Dog Sale at Roseland Baptist, Cow Pie Bingo hosted by Word of Life Lutheran, several gospel concerts plus more events in the weeks to come! Email your events to LH@lincolnherald.com.
Friday, September 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| Letters to the editor | E-Opinion | Columnist | | | In a flash, brilliance is spawned by a moment of realization and an instantaneous awareness of things greater than you. An utterance, a quickness, or a moment in time is all that’s needed to break through from one level to the next.
Friday, September 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The jury is in! Actually, it's the evidence--data from many sources--that confirms: the 3Ws work! Keep wearing your mask and doing the other things necessary and we'll survive this pandemic.
Wednesday, September 23, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Have you been so scared or shocked that your stomach seemed to sink, or your heart raced with the anxiety something bad was about to happen? This week Paulette shares an Unforgettable Moment!
Sunday, September 20, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | If you are an adult... If you tell the truth... You have been unemployed... You never forget the feeling... You never forget the fear... You never forget the stress...
Sunday, September 20, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Is your employer giving you restricted stock units (RSUs)? Here are some details about RSUs, which differ from stock options in both their nature and taxation.
Monday, September 14, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| Local Sports | E-Sports | | | Register for upcoming golf tournaments and a charity ride.
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The award recognizes the high schools that achieve the best overall interscholastic athletic performance within each of the state’s four competitive classifications. The 2019-2020 season was cut short, due to COVID-19, and therefore, no spring sports points were awarded in this year’s competition.
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | South Fork Conference Administrator Butch Parker held a news briefing Tuesday afternoon (Sept. 15th) at Maiden High School and announced the conference's plans for the 2020-2021 school year athletics. One part of the announcements was an agreement that will put many games on internet video.
Tuesday, September 15, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | State-mandated virus-related restrictions are scotching or severely altering many events this year. Among them is the fourth annual Kandace Helms Run. The event of five kilometers won’t be held on a single day at a given time and place instead it will be up to individual runners to run when they want at any time between Oct. 10 and 24.
Monday, September 14, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The Lincoln Country Club held the 2020 Men’s Club Championship September 5-6 with Keith Reeves winning the tournament championship.
Tuesday, September 8, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| E-Extras | Photo Gallery | Coupons | | | Today in History in 1181 Saint Francis of Assisi, Italian founder of the Franciscan Order was born; in 1997 an earthquake strikes the Italian regions of Umbria and the Marche, causing part of the Basilica of St. Francis at Assisi to collapse.
Saturday, September 26, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Today in History in 1878 Dr. Charles Drysdale, a British physician, warned against the use of tobacco and the dangers of smoking; in 1926 Henry Ford announced an 8-hour, 5-day work week; and in 1973 the 3-man crew of Skylab 3 made a safe splashdown in the Pacific after 59 days.
Friday, September 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Today in History in 1493 Columbus’ second expedition to the New World; in 1924 Boston, Massachusetts opened its airport; and in 1934 fans numbering 2,500 came out to see Babe Ruth’s farewell Yankee appearance at Yankee Stadium.
Thursday, September 24, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Today in History in 63 BC Augustus Caesar, Roman Emperor, was born; in 1845 the first baseball team, the New York Knickerbockers were organized; and in 1942 the 'Manhattan Project' commenced, under the direction of U.S. General Leslie Groves: its aim - to deliver an atomic bomb.
Wednesday, September 23, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Today in History in 1817 John Quincy Adams became U.S. Secretary of State; in 1973 Henry Kissinger was sworn in as U.S. Secretary of State; and in 1989 composer Irving Berlin (God Bless America), died at age 101.
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| Birth Announcement | Birthday Announcement | Wedding Announcement | | | It’s onward and upward these days for rising country music star Aubrey Hedgepeth. According to proud mom Danielle Hedgepeth of Lincolnton, Aubrey, 14 and a high school freshman, is among the top 20 contestants in this year’s “Lincoln Idol” contest.
Saturday, September 26, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Before COVID-19, nearly one in four senior citizens were threatened by hunger in North Carolina. In April, Meals on Wheels saw an average of 77% more meals and 47% more seniors served compared to the month before. Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina has made a half million dollar donation to Meals on Wheels to increase seniors’ access to food during the pandemic.
Saturday, September 26, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The weekends are, let's face it, a bit less exciting since the pandemic has limited activities. Many events have been cancelled--but there are still some taking place.
Saturday, September 26, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | October is right around the corner which traditionally means it’s time for Gaston County Museum's Ghost Tours; however, this year we invite you to tune in each Friday in October as we present Campfire Tales! Look for this free new episodic series on the GCM website and on social media.
Friday, September 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The Lincoln County Extension and Community Association (ECA) will be in the James W. Warren Citizens Center the whole month of October frying up their good old-fashioned Fried Apple Pies for pre-order for curbside pickup only on Thursday or Friday.
Friday, September 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
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