A new and innovative partnership will soon bear some positive fruit. According to Gaston College spokeswoman Stephanie Michael Pickett, it means providing better products for the medical community and potentially creating new small business opportunities. Friday, September 11, 2020
A Virtual Job Fair this Thursday & Friday will give those who may be interested in a new job an opportunity to talk with representatives of several companies who have positions available. Wednesday, September 9, 2020
In the midst of the pandemic-caused downturn in the economy, the Catawba County Economic Development Commission had some good news to report Thursday. A Wisconsin company, MaxPax, LLC announced that it will invest $9.55 million and create 300 jobs in Catawba County. Friday, September 4, 2020
Lincoln County's unemployment rate went up by one percent in July compared to June--but it was still lower than any of the surrounding counties. While the job market has been hurt by the pandemic, there are still jobs available. Wednesday, September 2, 2020
As North Carolina reported a big daily increase in new cases of the coronavirus, Gov. Roy Cooper announced that the state will enter Phase 2.5 of his reopening plan on Friday. Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Lincoln County Manager Kelly Atkins announced today, July 30, 2020, that Ron Rombs has been named as the new Emergency Services Director for Lincoln County effective August 1, 2020. Thursday, July 30, 2020
Lincoln County announces that Bill Summers will be retiring from the position of Emergency Management Director for Lincoln County effective August 1, 2020. Summers has been employed with Lincoln County since 2005 and has overseen numerous declared emergencies during his tenure with the County. Wednesday, July 29, 2020
You can add one more event to the list of things that won't be happening in 2020, what we have called 'the lost year.' The Lincoln County Apple Festival has been cancelled. Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Here's the latest on the COVID-19 pandemic, including information on stores that are going to REQUIRE masks or other face coverings beginning this week. (The list is national chain stores; many local stores may also participate--if you do, let us know & we'll tell our readers--no charge.) (1 comments) Sunday, July 19, 2020
Taking your car to a mechanic can feel a lot like taking it into a sort of automobile hospital. But in Lincolnton, you can take your car to Church. Yes, indeed, as in William Warren Church of RTD (Rod and Truck Design) Customs. Friday, July 17, 2020
The year thus far has been one of the most challenging yet and for many reasons. That’s the word Monday from Lincoln County Manager Kelly Atkins. In a Herald exclusive, Atkins talked about the ongoing global virus’s local effects, the fiscal year 2020-21 County budget of more than $112 million and more. Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Are you the owner of a small business hit hard by Roy Cooper’s mandated restrictions? You can learn how to navigate these tough times, thanks to Brad Rivers, director of the Gaston College Small Business Center. Monday, June 29, 2020
