Anson Record

  • DNA link cracks 2024 armed burglary case

    DNA link cracks 2024 armed burglary case

    CHARLOTTE – A Charlotte man has been taken into custody in Mecklenburg County in association to an Anson County home invasion from December of 2024.


  • Wadesboro man arrested for trespassing and stealing

    Wadesboro man arrested for trespassing and stealing

    WADESBORO – A Wadesboro man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities say he trespassed, broke into a residence and committed a larceny.


  • Domestic charges against Wadesboro Mayor Pro Tem dropped

    Domestic charges against Wadesboro Mayor Pro Tem dropped

    WADESBORO – All charges against the Wadesboro Mayor Pro Tem have been dismissed as related to a domestic situation from early May.


  • Student athletes recognized at Board of Education meeting

    Student athletes recognized at Board of Education meeting

    WADESBORO – Anson County Schools recognized athletes in the school system at the May 18 Board of Education meeting.


  • Community members voice concerns over recent dismissals

    Community members voice concerns over recent dismissals

    WADESBORO – Residents of Anson County have been questioning the recent staffing changes of the Anson County Board of Elections, asking for clarification of fairness and transparency.


  • Anson County Arrests

    Anson County Arrests

    ANSON COUNTY — A Wadesboro man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities said he stole a firearm, unlawfully concealed said firearm, possessing drugs and trafficking drugs.


  • Anson County Health Department to host Christmas in July event

    Anson County Health Department to host Christmas in July event

    ANSON COUNTY – The Anson County Health Department will host a “Christmas in July” event Thursday, July 23, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., giving residents a festive experience while also taking care of their health needs.


  • RichmondCC announces Honor Lists for 2026 Spring Semester

    RichmondCC announces Honor Lists for 2026 Spring Semester

    HAMLET — Richmond Community College has announced its honor lists for the 2026 Spring Semester.


  • AI is doing more harm than good

    AI is doing more harm than good

    In modern society, there are so many open resources at our fingertips. I could pull out my phone and Google something like “What is the best way to cook chicken?” Within less than one second, I could have hundreds of thousands of recipes at my fingertips.


  • NCDOT’s traveler information website getting major overhaul

    NCDOT’s traveler information website getting major overhaul

    NORTH CAROLINA – The N.C. Department of Transportation is preparing to launch an improved version of its traveler information website that long has been a public mainstay for getting critical road updates.


  • The importance of good nutrition during the childhood years

    The importance of good nutrition during the childhood years

    ANSON COUNTY — School will soon be out for summer break and children throughout Richmond and surrounding counties are participating in summer camps, community programs, and just enjoying the time at home.


  • Arrests made in connection to assault at Anson Inn

    Arrests made in connection to assault at Anson Inn

    WADESBORO – A Wadesboro man and Rockingham woman have both been arrested in connection to a violent assault that occurred at the Anson Inn.


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