| Business | Lifestyles | Arts & Culture |  | | It went by without much notice--and for that, we apologize. Sunday (March 29th) was Vietnam War Veterans Day.
Monday, March 30, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | As the COVID-19 virus continues to spread, a 'stay at home' order for all of North Carolina goes into effect at 5 PM Monday (March 30th). After that, residents are asked to stay at home except for absolutely necessary trips to the doctor or pharmacy, to buy groceries, or for other absolutely essential outings. Those whose jobs are considered essential are allowed to go to work.
Monday, March 30, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | | A statewide 'stay at home' order goes into effect at 5 PM Monday (March 30th). People are asked to stay at home unless their jobs are considered essential; they are allowed to go to the grocery store, doctors' offices, laundromat, and some other locations if absolutely necessary. | | Read More | |
| | Lincoln Economic Development Association (LEDA) is committed to supporting Lincoln County’s vibrant business community as it responds to the impacts of COVID-19. We are working with state, regional, county, and local leaders to help our businesses during this uncertain time.
Saturday, March 28, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | With schools closed until at least May 15 because of concerns related to the coronavirus, Gaston County Schools is shifting its instructional/academic focus from the classroom to the living room.
Saturday, March 28, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| E-State News | | | North Carolina joins several other states as having been officially declared a federal disaster area. President Trump approved the requested designation Wednesday, opening the door for additional assistance for the state.
Thursday, March 26, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper held a briefing Monday afternoon (March 23rd) at which he announced schools will remain closed through May 15th.
Monday, March 23, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, has hit North America. While this is bad news for most Americans it’s great news for scammers who are cashing in on our anxiety about the disease. As the outbreak worsens, BBB Scam Tracker has received numerous reports about four major scams.
Sunday, March 22, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | During turbulent, unsettling times, viewing art can uplift and help settle your mind. The Mural Trail showcase of cultural art tells a precious story of North Carolina and Southwestern Virginia, well worth a driving trip into this beautiful, scenic area of the Appalachian Mountains.
Wednesday, March 18, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Dr. Mark Hager directed and produced a documentary “The Last Gathering: 75th Anniversary of D-Day June 6, 2019” building relationships with World War II veterans Harold Frank, James Deal and Kenneth “Rock” Merritt.
Friday, March 6, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| E-Religion | Inspirational Reflections | Worship Directory | | | The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one....
Monday, March 30, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | We are all learning a new way to live with social distancing in the coronavirus pandemic. Today we must stay six feet apart from those around us.
Sunday, March 29, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory...
Sunday, March 29, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | In the Gospel of St. Luke, we read of Jesus preaching from a boat, addressing crowds on the shore. And at Stanley Pentecostal Holiness Church this past Sunday, something rather similar occurred.
Saturday, March 28, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | My church is not meeting for worship in large groups for the safety of my congregation and in obedience to the request of our government leaders. However, that does not stop us from worshipping as a church family.
Saturday, March 28, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| Letters to the editor | E-Opinion | Columnist | | | The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act is now law. With it, comes some of the biggest changes to retirement savings law in recent years.
Monday, March 30, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | A statewide 'stay at home' order takes effect Monday at 5 PM. Mecklenburg, Cabarrus and Gaston counties already have a local 'stay at home' edict in effect. From what we saw Saturday (March 28th), most people may not totally ignore the virus--but they aren't staying at home.
Sunday, March 29, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Faith is so important in all wars... Faith looks for the good in each of us... We are in this war together... We will win together... Faith is a wonderful weapon...
Sunday, March 29, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Another adventure with Marty Reep, a native of Western Lincoln County, when he was a kid and the spring on his grandparents' back porch door.
Friday, March 27, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Is this 'the new normal'? God forbid!
Sunday, March 22, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| Local Sports | E-Sports | | | Games scheduled for Friday (March 13th) may still be played, but the NCHSAA has suspended all athletic competition beginning at midnight and lasting through April 6th.
Friday, March 13, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The Southern Piedmont 1A Conference has named its All-Conference selections for the 2019-20 season as well as Players and Coaches of the Year.
Thursday, March 12, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Here are scores from high school baseball and softball.
Wednesday, March 11, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The West Lincoln golf team tied with Lake Norman Charter in the first South Fork Conference golf match of the year Monday (March 9th) at Verdict Ridge Golf Club in eastern Lincoln County.
Tuesday, March 10, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Help spread the word! The First Annual Mustang Madness 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament will be held on March 28. Deadline to register teams is March 15. This is a fundraiser hosted by the ELHS Sports Boosters.
Sunday, March 8, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| E-Extras | Photo Gallery | Coupons | | | Today in History in 1867 the United States bought Alaska from Russia; in 1981 President Reagan was shot and wounded by John W. Hinckley III; Vincent van Gogh was born in 1853; and in 1987 his painting “Sunflowers” sold for a record $39.7 million.
Monday, March 30, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Today in History in 1788 Charles Wesley, the great hymn writer died; in 1795 Beethoven debuted as a pianist in Vienna; and in 1932 Jack Benny debuted on radio, on Ed Sullivan's New York interview program.
Sunday, March 29, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Today in History in 1881 "Greatest Show On Earth" was formed by PT Barnum and James A. Bailey; in 1944 Astrid Lindgren sprained an ankle and began writing Pippi Longstocking; and in 1972 Wilt Chamberlain played his last pro basketball game.
Saturday, March 28, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Today in History in 1625 Charles I, King of England, Scotland and Ireland ascended the throne; in 1855 Abraham Gesner patented kerosene; and in 1980 Mount St. Helens became active after 123 years.
Friday, March 27, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Today in History in 1812 an earthquake destroyed most of Caracas, Venezuela; in 1874 poet Robert Frost was born; in 1931 actor Leonard Nimoy was born; and in 1953 Dr. Jonas Salk announced a vaccine to prevent polio.
Thursday, March 26, 2020 | | Read More | |
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| Birth Announcement | Birthday Announcement | Wedding Announcement | | | A fire at Lake Norman State Park near Troutman serves as a reminder that Spring wildfire season requires extra caution with any outdoor burning.
Monday, March 30, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Bailey Dugan is stitching up a storm. And it’s all for a good cause.
Sunday, March 29, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Right in the middle of all of this human “distancing”, termites are getting ready to party like mad in our houses…up-close and unwanted.
Sunday, March 29, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | Many still call it 'Helping Hands.' Gaston Family Health Services Lincolnton location on Gamble Drive near the Lincoln County Health Department is about to take on a new name, Kintegra.
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 | | Read More | |
| | The Red Cross is experiencing a critical shortage of blood.
Monday, March 23, 2020 | | Read More | |
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