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Anson County man accused of killing brother

Anson County · Anson County

Anson County man accused of killing brother

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

The Anson County Sheriff’s Office says a man has been charged with murder weeks after allegedly killing his brother.See the Story

Unexpected links between man found dead in granny flat and alleged murderer

Sydney, Australia · Sydney

Unexpected links between man found dead in granny flat and alleged murderer

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

Neighbours said the landlord often dropped by for inspections and maintenance.See the Story

Secret recording offers Eschert some vindication

FBI · Wadesboro

Secret recording offers Eschert some vindication

Story updated to reflect three corrections; 1) a typo of FBI instead of the intended SBI, 2) Lynn Clodfelter is district attorney over Stanly and Montgomery Counties, 3) a typo, Blitz was approved for apprehension WADESBORO — “I typed up a three-page statement [when] I got to the point [that] I wanted to release it, I wasn’t allowed to. I believe truth is truth and facts are facts. To tell me I… Source Read Article

HOLLA! Holds annual 5K: Ready, set, RUN!

MORVEN — Anticipation built all year for the annual HOLLA! Community Development Center 5K Run. Participants arrived at 8 a.m. Saturday to register for their chance to get moving for a great cause. By 9 a.m., racers lined up, took their mark, and were off! The winners at the event were Octavion Harrell, Immanuel Lemon, and Samuel Cole. Harrell, who came in second place last year… SourceWadesboro · Wadesboro Read Article

Why Field Day totally bites

This past week, my son’s school held its annual Field Day. Having seen the notice in the newsletter his school is kind enough to send home each week; I knew the day was coming. Every year, the mere mention of Field Day is enough for me to feel post-traumatic stress sweat break out all over me, followed by my usual diatribe of valid points as to why Field Day totally bites. For those unaware or… SourceWadesboro · Wadesboro Read Article

Wadesboro Rotary Club participates in Samaritan’s Feet Project

MORVEN — Monday the Wadesboro Rotary Club donated 100 pairs of shoes through the Samaritan’s Feet International Project to 100 under-served children at Morven Elementary school. President of the Wadesboro Rotary Club Ashley Scarborough said, “On behalf of the Wadesboro Rotary Club, I was honored to participate in the Samaritan’s Feet Project. It was truly inspiring to help provide new shoes to… SourceShoes · Wadesboro Read Article

Harvest Ministries receive gift and gives back with special ribbon cutting

WADESBORO — Tucked behind the Pizza Hut and McDonald’s lies a staple in the Anson County community, Harvest Ministries Outreach Center. The church and community center offers a multi-racial, non-denomination, all are welcome haven in the Wadesboro community, and is pastored by father and son gospel-sharing duo Apostle Tim Adams and Pastor Steve Adams. A highly visible couple in the community… SourceMcDonald's · Wadesboro Read Article

Ansonia Theater: The hidden gem shining in the shadows

WADESBORO — A beloved gem of Anson County, the award-winning Ansonia Theater’s future continues to shine bright under the care of Executive Director Scarlett Tolley as it soars into its 100th year, recently showing a whimsical and creative take on the adventures of the children’s classic Winnie the Pooh. The play ran from May 2-11, highlighting the impressive acting skills of the cast… SourceWadesboro · Wadesboro Read Article

WPD officer asks; “Where is the thin blue line?”

ANSON COUNTY — This week, woes within the Wadesboro Police Department spilled into public view during Monday’s Wadesboro town council meeting highlighting a disagreement brewing between the Wadesboro Town Council, the WPD, and the Anson County Sheriff’s Office regarding the safety of Wadesboro’s officers and the duties of Anson County Sheriff’s Office deputies when it comes to offering assistance… SourceWadesboro · Wadesboro Read Article

A teacher I appreciate

If you asked, my mother would tell you the moment she knew I was going to be trouble in school was when she received a call from my preschool teacher informing her of my announcement; I did not need to learn how to count to ten because my older sister could do it for me, followed by an apparently defiant, “Ask her.” It was not my ability to learn that was the problem, it was my stubbornness… SourceWadesboro · Wadesboro Read Article

County gathers at Wadesboro Courthouse for National Day of Prayer

ANSON — Ansonians gathered Thursday, May 1 to celebrate and honor the nation’s National Day of Prayer at the steps of the Wadesboro courthouse. Many local and spiritual leaders in the Wadesboro and Anson County community attended the event that included Freddie Paxton, Rhonda Sessions, Rev. Michael McLeod, Shunda Brown, Courtney McCollum, Marc Hammonds and Barbara Thomas all speaking or offering… SourceWadesboro · Wadesboro Read Article