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Low turn-out on Election Day

The sun was shining and the weather was mild for the final day of voting in Catawba County.  Parking lots were nearly empty as a few voters showed up to cast their ballots.

Election Update at 7:45 am

Presidential race still too close to call. Votes are still being counted in battleground States including North Carolina.

It's Election Day

It's November 3. Election Day is here. Polls are open for voting until 7:30 pm.

The City of Claremont and Town of Catawba provide a drive-thru trunk or treat to families of the community

On Saturday, October 31st, the City of Claremont and the Town of Catawba hosted a drive-thru trunk or treat, in which families and community members could remain in their vehicles, but could still participate in Halloween activities.

Newton recovers from Zeta

The City of Newton would like to thank the Monroe North Carolina Electric Division for assisting with power restoration efforts in Newton following Tropical Storm Zeta. With their help, Newton was able to reduce their outage time by six hours.

COVID-SAFE free Halloween event for kids of all ages set for October 31

On Halloween night be prepared to help light up Conover Station with your decorated or carved pumpkin! This will be an outdoor event with Social Distancing in place.

To read more of this article see the Thursday, October 29th edition of the Observer News Enterprise.

Flu shots available at Catawba County Public Health

HICKORY– Each year, seasonal influenza is an illness that can cause serious health complications, including death. This year, though, the flu season will look a little different, as we will also have COVID-19 circulating.

Two, two, two stores in one

Emily Snyder and her aunt, Kathy Snyder, have opened their stores within the same store. Next to Dana’s Fine Jewelry, the women’s stores are called « Some Place Else » and « Re-Gem. »
“They’re split through the middle,” Emily said.

Two sisters celebrate another year of surviving breast cancer

At the age of 47, Malinda Primus’ life was turned upside down when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer. Primus stated that something did not feel quite right, so she performed a self-exam. Upon finding a lump on her right breast, she made a doctor’s appointment for a mammogram right away.

Maiden Man Charged with Disseminating Obscenities

Lincolnton – Lincoln County Sheriff’s detectives have charged a Maiden, NC man with disseminating obscenities.