News
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Matters of the heart
ANSON COUNTY — The month of February may be over, but we can still talk about hearts. Not love or candy hearts, but heart health. In 1963, the U.S. Congress declared February American Heart Month due to the impact of cardiovascular disease on the health of Americans. Since then, researchers…
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Police nab chase suspect with K-9, drones
WADESBORO — On Feb. 26 at 12:40 a.m., officers with the Wadesboro Police Department responded to the Speedway on East Caswell Street in reference to a stolen vehicle.
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DSNDP volunteers from NC participate in Cleanliness Drive
ANSON COUNTY — On February 22, 2026, North Carolina State residents joined hands as dedicated volunteers of the global non-profit organization Dr. Shri.
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Kesler Chapel A. M. E. Zion Church selects Woman of the Year 2026
ANSON COUNTY — Kesler Chapel A. M. E. Zion Church proudly salutes and congratulates Mrs. Alexandra Lucille Alonso as their 2026 Woman of the Year. Each year a woman at Kesler Chapel is selected and voted on by the women of the church as the Woman of the Year. This…
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Tips lead to felony arrest
WADESBORO — On Feb. 9, Jamarre Daquan Davis, 30, was taken into custody within the city limits of Wadesboro in a joint effort by police officers and probation and parole officers.
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Black History Month: Does the end ever justify the means?
In 1951 a 31-year-old African American mother of five named Henrietta Lacks was not feeling well.
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Locals compete and connect at Senior Games
ANSON COUNTY — Registration is underway for the Richmond County Senior Games and SilverArts, an inclusive annual event offering adults 50 and older the opportunity to compete in athletics and creative arts while building friendships and staying active.
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Students honor MLK with essays
ANSON COUNTY — The Morven Chapter of Las Amigas proudly honored the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by supporting and uplifting student voices through its annual essay initiative. This meaningful effort encouraged young scholars to reflect on Dr. King’s message of service, leadership, and unity, while providing…
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Joe Thomas Jr. represented the Fountain Hill UM Church members. The food items were recently collected and donated to Burnsville R&L Center Emergency Pantry. (Submitted).
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Check out this snowman (and his little dog!) completed by Alan and Andrew James. This is very cool.
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The origins of Black History Month
Black History Month began as an effort to address the exclusion of Black Americans from the teaching and study of United States history. Its origins can be traced to historian Carter G. Woodson, whose work focused on documenting and preserving Black life, culture and achievement at a time when they…
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Oklahoma! Gallops onto the stage
ANSON COUNTY — The prairie is alive with music, romance, and rivalry as Rodgers & Hammerstein’s beloved classic Oklahoma! gallops onto the stage at the Ansonia Theatre, March 6–15. Under the direction of Tommy Wooten, with Zach Jones as Music Director and Gina Clarke as choreographer, this vibrant production unites…
