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South Stanly Middle School teacher awarded Kenan Fellowship
ALBEMARLE — A South Stanly Middle School teacher has been selected for a statewide fellowship designed to connect classroom instruction with hands-on industry experience. Kristin Owens-White has been named a 2026-27 Kenan Fellow through a […]
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Stanly budget plan increases funding, keeps tax rate flat
ALBEMARLE — Stanly County’s recommended $102.1 million budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 would keep the property tax rate unchanged while increasing funding for education, public safety and capital needs. At the Stanly County Board of […]
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Pfeiffer receives $1.5 million grant to launch literacy center
MISENHEIMER — A new literacy training center is in the works at Pfeiffer University. According to a recent news release from the university, Pfeiffer has received a $1.5 million grant award to fund the Regional […]
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Stanly students claim nine first-place finishes at state SkillsUSA competition
ALBEMARLE — Nine Stanly County students took first place at the 2026 SkillsUSA North Carolina State Leadership and Skills Conference last month, with two now set to represent the state at the national competition in […]
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Thursdays at the Station kicks off 2026 lineup
ALBEMARLE — An annual summer concert series is returning to Stanly County this week for its 26th season. Organized by Albemarle Parks and Recreation, the 2026 Thursdays at the Station lineup begins Thursday at Market […]
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Albemarle council reviews proposed 2026-27 budget
ALBEMARLE — The Albemarle City Council received its first look on Monday night at the city’s proposed 2026-27 budget that covers the fiscal year beginning on July 1. Presented by City Manager Darren Rhodes, the […]
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First annual Bluegrass Festival coming to The Lodge on Hatley Farm
ALBEMARLE — A local farm in Stanly County is going all in on bluegrass this month. The Lodge on Hatley Farm will host a day of live music, food and vendors at its first annual […]
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Locust Police Department releases expanded activity report
LOCUST — The Locust Police Department’s activity report for March, detailed in an expanded assessment on April 24, revealed a busy month of calls, traffic enforcement and proactive patrols across the city. During those 31 […]
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Albemarle seeks developer for former police headquarters
ALBEMARLE — A 90-year-old building that once served as Albemarle’s police headquarters is now available for redevelopment, as the city seeks a private partner to help shape the next chapter of the property. The city […]