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For Sung J. Woo (“Everything Asian,” “Love Love,” “Skin Deep”), favorite locations often make appearances in his books. His upcoming novel “Lines” – which deftly weaves a story of love, loss and forgotten possibilities – is set in suburban New Jersey, downtown Manhattan, Waimea (Hawaii), Portland and Breitenbush (Oregon).
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60 storm-related calls overnight in McDowell County NC
Sep 26, 2024 — Overnight, parts of McDowell County experienced significant rainfall, resulting in dangerous flash flooding across several communities, including Old Fort, Crooked Creek, Pleasant Gardens, Marion and Woodlawn as Hurricane Helene approaches. Emergency responders were active throughout the night responding to over …
Rain brings flooding to Catawba River in Marion NC
Heavy rains caused the Catawba River to overflow its banks and resulted in flooding around U.S. Highway 221 Business in Marion on Thursday. This photo shows the flooding next to the flea market on U.S. Highway 221 Business in Marion on Thursday. Flooding has occurred at the flea market property and around Catawba River Outdoors.
McDowell County NC Helene update: 309 missing people found
Oct 3, 2024 — McDowell County says it has received 330 missing persons reports since Hurricane Helene brought heavy rain, wind and flooding to North Carolina on Sept. 27. As of Thursday morning, 309 of those missing people have been found. In a Thursday morning update, McDowell County Emergency Management also said no deaths have been confirmed.
NC appeals court tosses Marion woman's convictions - McDowell …
On July 2018, Cable’s son had another boy — both of them 16 years old — over at his house for the night, according to case documents. At 2 a.m., her son went in the bedroom of Cable and her husband as they were sleeping and retrieved an unloaded .44-caliber Magnum revolver that authorities say Cable possessed and a box of ammunition, both …
'Blondie,' 'Beetle Bailey' are back in The McDowell News
You’ll notice our refresh includes bringing back beloved comics, adding features that might be brand new to you, and replacing others that were previously in our pages. Our new print portfolio is loaded with favorite classics “Blondie,” “Beetle Bailey” and others, as well as a new Sheffer Crossword, King Classic Sudoku and more.
McDowell NC hotel tax increase may pay for trails
McDowell hotel tax increase to pay for trails and a popular Old Fort street's makeover. MIKE CONLEY. Aug 16, 2024 Updated Aug 16, 2024. 0. Loaded 0%. -. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. On Monday, the McDowell County Board of Commissioners approved an increase in the county’s occupancy tax by 1% in order to ...
McDowell EOC issues update Wednesday on Helene recovery
Oct 3, 2024 — If you need assistance after Hurricane Helene, call the McDowell County Helene Hotline at 828-652-3241. You can also get information on food and water distribution, shelter availability, community meals and disaster assistance at www.mcdowellnews.com. If you need assistance but can’t make a phone call, send a text to 911.
Old Fort NC devastated by Hurricane Helene flooding
Oct 4, 2024 — The damage caused by Hurricane Helene in Old Fort in McDowell County is extensive. The town was hit hard by the storm, which was a tropical storm by the time it hit the area on Sept. 27. Aerial images show homes destroyed by floodwaters and roads coated in mud. When Mike Causey, North Carolina’s commissioner of insurance, visited Old Fort and ...