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  • 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.


  • 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.


  • Now You Know: Where did Agatha go?

    Now You Know: Where did Agatha go?

    What happens when a world-famous mystery crime novelist goes missing, only to resurface roughly two weeks later claiming to not remember who she is, you might ask, and I’m glad you did because just such a harrowing adventure befell British author Agatha Chrisitie.


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