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Catawba County man is sentenced to 6.5 years for child pornography

U.S. District Judge Kenneth D. Bell sentenced Darren Eugene Matthews, 46, of Conover, N.C. to 78 months in prison yesterday on child pornography charges, announced Andrew Murray, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.

King receives award for volunteer work with Catawba County Library

The North Carolina Public Library Directors Association has named Catawba County resident Sylvia King as its Library Friend of the Year 2020. King, a retired educator, is treasurer of the Catawba County Friends of the Library, a role she has held for 13 years.

Newton resident hosts light show to give back to the community

Around 5 years ago, Richard Hovis’ curiosity was piqued as he was watching a television show, “The Great Christmas Light Fight.” The show, holding eight seasons, was a competition between families across the country of elaborate Christmas displays.

Conover Farmers’ Market opens during the winter season

The Conover Farmers’ Market has long been a staple, bringing the community together through agriculture and craft. The market showcases everything from local produce to handmade goods, which now extends to the winter season.

Newton resident holds open house for Christmas

Wayne Dellinger, owner and proprietor of Pin Station Bowling Center, along with his wife, Jackie, are hosting an open house in an attempt to spread Christmas cheer this holiday season. The open house will be held on Sunday, December 13th from 3-5pm.

Newton resident recognizes fire department’s “showing kindness in the midst of a pandemic”

On Thursday, the fire department of fire station 2 was called to the home of Mattie Shuford, when her beloved cat, “Boot Boot,” got out and was trapped in a tree in the wetlands on the adjoining property next to her home.

The City of Claremont adjusts to provide a new Christmas event for the community

On Saturday, December 5th, the city of Claremont rang in the Christmas season with a new event tailored to the COVID-19 government mandates.

Newton man responds to Pearl Harbor ahead of the rest

“If you want peace, prepare for war” is a Latin adage that Daniel Franklin Helms of Newton followed in December of 1941.

Former NFL player discusses endurance in the midst of adversity

Justin Griffith, played professional football for 8 years and coached for 4. Now, along with his wife Kim, he owns a restaurant in uptown Charlotte specializing in breakfast food, a franchise called Famous Toastery.

1st Annual McGruff Christmas Toy & Food Drive

The Catawba County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with several schools to accept donations of new toys and non-perishable food for some families in need, now until December 14th. Items will be collected from various Christmas boxes throughout the county and distributed to the families.