News

New jail set to open in summer of 2020

Catawba County’s new jail is set to open in the summer of 2020 with construction forecasted to be completed in May.

After completion, the new facility will have a series of inspections, and the workers will have to be trained in the new layout.

Dana’s Fine Jewelry dedicates their 24th year to charitable giving

Beginning Saturday, February 1st, Dana’s Fine Jewelry will feature a community organization each month, leading up to their 25th year next February. The first organization to be featured is The Corner Table of Newton.

The Humane Society of Catawba County discusses their longest-stayed residents

Last year, the Humane Society helped over 3,200 pets find their forever home. Between both shelters and foster homes, 750-800 animals are currently looking for a permanent family.

The Renaissance Folk Guild of Conover brings back timeless skills

What began serendipitously as two separate but similar business plans, brought three public education teachers together for the opportunity to see their passion come to fruition.

Twin City Insurance Agency’s Tree of Warmth moves to a new location

The Tree of Warmth was originally located in downtown Newton’s park just south of the clock. The Tree of Warmth project has been established for 4 years and many have been positively affected by its provisions.

Jerry McCombs: Catawba County NAACP head still rallying against racism

On Monday, January 20, Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy was celebrated again, and Catawba County’s NAACP head, Jerry McCombs, headed up Newton’s activities.

The Salvation Army recognizes N-C Rotary

NEWTON-The Rotary Club of Newton Conover was recognized by The Salvation Army for their volunteer efforts in raising $15,320 through the iconic Red Kettle Program.

CVCC is home to one of the largest collections of holocaust resources in NC

On a night that might have begun like any other, but ended with the sound of broken glass, “Kristallnacht” (“the night of the broken glass”) marked the beginning of what looked like the end as Jewish-owned shops and synagogues were vandalized by Nazi troops.

Conover City Park awaits repairs

Parts of Conover City Park that were damaged in December, are still awaiting repairs.
When Timothy Mark Clark, 65, lost control of his car he caused a lot of damage to the park.

Whisk and Barrel’s one year anniversary builds off of legacy

Since October 1st, 2018, Whisk and Barrel has graced downtown Newton with delicious deli-style and bakery items. Anne Wepner, owner of several buildings in the downtown area, spoke about the opportunities for her family to build something great together.