Businesses optimistic about seasonal job market



by Aaron BurnsThe benefits of companies hiring people for seasonal jobs, which usually run from mid-October to late December, extend beyond getting additional labor, according to local leaders.They stimulate the local, state and national economy.Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce President Bill Russell said the cyclical effect of creating jobs – allowing more people to earn money – and putting that […]

Ribs restaurant to add burgers, steaks



MOORESVILLE – Chef Randy Rodecki has announced several changes for Carolina Ribs on the Run, including an expanded menu and dining room,.The menu has grown to include barbecue and , chicken quesadillas, fried mushrooms, Philly cheese steaks and fried pickles. Steaks and half-pound burgers are coming in mid-December.The restaurant will add a New York strip, bacon-wrapped fillet, classic rib eye […]

Modesty, competitive spirit define Mustangs’ Byus



by Aaron BurnsDENVER – The only job Mike Byus ever wanted, from the time he grew up in Madison, W.Va., to the time he rose to prep football prominence, was to be a coach.“It’s all I ever cared about doing,” said Byus, East Lincoln High’s football coach.“When I was a kid, I was outside playing all the time. We didn’t […]

Extreme Makeover’ to showcase nearby home



LINCOLNTON – Ty Pennington will shout his famous line at the end of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’s” Dec. 10 holiday special: “Bus driver, move that bus!”The only difference this time is that the family his team built a dream house for live in Lincolnton.Bellamy Homes, a Charlotte-based semi-custom builder, partnered with Lincoln County Home Builders Association and thousands of volunteers […]

Extreme Makeover: Local Edition



by Lauren OdomirokLINCOLNTON – “Bus driver, move that bus!” Ty Pennington will shout his famous line at the end of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’s” Dec. 10 holiday special.The only difference this time is that the family his team built a dream house for, the Fridays, live in Lincolnton.Devonda Friday, a former police officer and her husband, James, have fostered more […]

Dog helps seize drugs



STATESVILLE – A K9 helped deputies find a clear baggie of 25 grams of marijuana, as well as white and yellow powder, during a checkpoint Nov. 30 on Old Mountain Road, according to the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.They identified the driver as Matthew Lee Bullin 28, of Amity Hill Road.Bullin was arrested and taken to the Iredell County Jail. Bullin […]

Spice up gift-giving at a local farmers market



by Sandi Huddleston-EdwardsHUNTERSVILLE – Do you want to spice up your holiday gifts with tasty treats and unique gifts? If so, consider a trip to your nearest farmers’ market to buy locally grown food and chat with the growers. You might enjoy the pleasant surroundings, oftentimes augmented by music, educational activities and other special events. These markets support small farmers […]

Sexual assault suspect apprehended in Crouse



Sexual assault suspect, Gary Michael McNabb,45, was apprehended shortly before 5 p.m. Dec. 7 near his home.McNabb is charged with Incest and First Degree Rape in connection with an incident that occurred on May 16.He was captured by Lincoln County Sheriff’s detectives and patrol deputies on the CSX Railroad tracks near the intersection of Boy Scout Road in Crouse.He is […]

Young disregards knee to spark championship



by Cliff MehrtensDENVER – The drive was vintage East Lincoln High, something the Mustangs had done dozens of times all season. But the stakes were never higher.East Lincoln, trailing by three points in the fourth quarter, covered 80 yards in 10 methodical plays for the winning touchdown in the 24-20 victory against Tarboro in the N.C. 2A championship game Dec. […]

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