In conjunction with a unit on "Community Helpers," kindergarten students visited the Lincolnton Volunteer Fire Department, the Lincoln County Library, and Papa's Pizza. Here, the students watch as fireman Chris Reid demonstrates a thermal imaging camera. More...
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In the wake of ill feelings, political signage off the charts, and much speculation in the community, the November 4 General/Nonpartisan Election has finally made its way to the history books. According to Kelvin Williams, elections director for Lincoln County, Wade Johnson and Gerald Lawson will occupy two of the highest offices in the county. More...
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The City of Lincolnton voted to purchase a new garbage truck at its regular meeting held Monday, November 3. The purchase will be funded by a grant/loan from USDA-RD (Rural Development). During the meeting, the council accepted the low bid of $60,000 for a 2009 Freightliner M-2 chassis, with a 260 hp, six-cylinder diesel engine. More...
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LaVina Marlow and her husband, James B. "Buddy" Marlow, Sr., who passed away on October 17 of this year, have been selected as the grand marshals of the 2008 Lincolnton Holiday Parade, which will be held Saturday, December 6, beginning at 4:30 p.m. More...
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Two cases were disposed of during criminal trial week, held at the Lincoln County Courthouse. Judge Harold A. Hinesley presided over the special session of superior court. During the proceedings, Harvey Olin Hamlet, Jr. pleaded guilty to two counts of reckless conduct and received 12 months probation and a $500 fine plus surcharges on each count. More...
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A "Poker Run & Trail Ride" for bikers and cowboys will be held Saturday, November 8, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Bussey Point Recreation Area to benefit Gena Tankersley Freeman, who suffered a stroke earlier this year. The cost to participate in the event is $20 per rider, which includes one poker hand and a door prize ticket. More...
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Employees of the Huddle House are once again holding a toy drive for the needy children of the community. Last November, staff members sprang into action when they realized that no one was sponsoring a "Secret Santa Program" in Lincoln County. Due to their efforts and the generosity of the citizens of the county, 113 children had a Christmas they will never forget. More...
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The members of the 2008 Homecoming Court at LCHS were featured during a special halftime show held Friday, October 24, when the Red Devils met Hancock Central at Buddy Bufford Field. Pictured are: (l-r) Hannah Bryant, Freshman Class representative; Brittany Perkins, Sophomore Class representative; Audra Bradford, Junior Class representative; Bree-Anna Banks, Hillary Doss, Breauna Jenkins, and Matilda Watson, Senior Class representatives; Lindsey McWhorter, Homecoming Queen; Amanda Broom, Homecoming Princess; Ashley Rivera, Latoya Harris, and DeAna Parks, Senior Class representatives; Alisha Brown, Junior Class representative; Tiara Wynn, Sophomore Class representative; and Hannah Hollimon, Freshman Class representative. More...
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Cooking for groups
A Cooking for Groups class will be held November 17 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at The Lincoln Center. With the holiday season right around the corner for many this means more parties, family gatherings or church socials including food. More...
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I don't know when my love of boiled (or "boylled" as we say around here) peanuts began but it has lasted sixty years and I've never lost a taste for them in all that time. In fact, ask the right people around town and you'll find out that I used to be called "Peanut" because of my obsession with, as some call them, Southern Caviar. More...
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Halloween Traditions Across the Years
(Editor's Note: The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party forced Tom to write his column early this week.) I hear we have to elect a president. I'll vote and I'll stay up and watch the election results November 4, though watching paint dry might prove more entertaining. I don't like politics and this election aggravates me to no end. More...
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Ashlyn Nicole Winfrey and Charles Ryan Reese of Evans exchanged wedding vows in a beautiful outdoor ceremony at the home of the bride's parents at 206 East Robert Toombs Avenue in Washington Saturday, October 4, at six thirty-o'clock in the evening. Rev. Chris Townsend of Washington and Rev. Jim Newsome of Rayle officiated. More...
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In the Halloween spirit, cheerleaders and band members helped make last Friday's win over the Wilkinson Warriors a real "Thriller" as the Red Devils clinched yet another region title. More...
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Mr. Herbert B. "Benny" Williams, 55, of Ralph Goolsby Road entered into rest Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at Doctors Hospital, Augusta, Ga. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, October 30 at Martin's Crossroads Congregational Holiness Church with Revs. James James, Paul C. Reviere, and Larry Chkoreff officiating. More...
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INVITATION TO BID The Lincoln County Development Authority is now taking bids for the Restoration, Repair and Painting of The Welcome Center @ 112 N. Washington Street The job requires a thorough inspection of the building so that all damaged and decayed wood is replaced before painting. More...
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LCHS Career, Technical and Agriculture Education Advisory Council meets