http://ugfunding.com Be up to date with the latest news from Lincolnton en Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:06:24 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/lpds-officer-mims-helps-united-way  LINCOLNTON––Let’s hear it for Lincolnton Police Department Officer Chandlar Mims!According to a Tuesday statement from the LPD, Mims has recently been hard at work, building a new collection container for the United Way of Lin... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/chandlar-mims-90297.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/lpds-officer-mims-helps-united-way Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:45:22 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/kings-mountain-train-collision-victim-identified  KINGS MOUNTAIN––The victim of Sunday’s train collision in Kings Mountain has been identified.According to a Monday follow-up statement from City of Kings Mountain Public Information Officer Gabriel Thomas, McKenzie Gibson Cole... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/coleman-64825.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/kings-mountain-train-collision-victim-identified Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:49:17 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-7-hebrews-116  Bible Verse Of The Day July 7 – Hebrews 11:6    And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-78794.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-7-hebrews-116 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:41:35 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/cleveland-county-ems-officer-moore-is-dead SHELBY––Cleveland County EMS Paramedic and Field Training Officer Ashley Moore died Monday morning.According to a same-day statement from the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office, Moore was killed in the line of duty: the result of a t... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/crash-scene-2-87490.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/cleveland-county-ems-officer-moore-is-dead Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:40:29 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/ashure-ministry-announces-july-impact-sponsor  CATAWBA COUNTY, NC — Ashure Ministry is proud to announce Mountain Creek Contractors as its official July Business Impact Sponsor, launching a month-long partnership dedicated to expanding crisis relief efforts for individuals and familie... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/ashure-ministry-59247.jpg k.kaylor@ashureministry.org (Ashure Ministry) http://ugfunding.com/story/ashure-ministry-announces-july-impact-sponsor Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:31:30 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/woman-hit-killed-by-train-in-kings-mountain  KINGS MOUNTAIN––A woman was struck and killed by a train in Kings Mountain, Sunday morning.According to a same-day joint statement from City of Kings Mountain spokesman Gabriel Thomas and Kings Mountain Police Department Assistant C... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/train-accident-94586.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/woman-hit-killed-by-train-in-kings-mountain Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:24:51 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/the-many-unheard-voices-exhibit-to-open-july-18  DALLAS, N.C.—“The Many Unheard Voices: The African American Communities of Gaston County, 1870s to 1970s,” opens Saturday, July 18 at the Gaston County Museum of Art & History, 131 W. Main St. in Dallas, NC.“There ar... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/unheard-voices-exhibitjpg-2842.jpg Gaston.musuem@gastongov.com (Gaston County Museum of Art & History) http://ugfunding.com/story/the-many-unheard-voices-exhibit-to-open-july-18 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:04:58 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/the-good-bad-and-ugly-of-salt I know, I know, that title has been used to death.  The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.  What a great movie.  Okay, it’s my turn.  But this time, the subject is salt.  My doctor told me that I had to cut back on salt. ... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/faithwriters-salt-69942.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) http://ugfunding.com/story/the-good-bad-and-ugly-of-salt Sun, 05 Jul 2026 14:24:11 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-6-1-chronicles-1624  Bible Verse Of The Day July 6 – 1 Chronicles 16:24    Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-74020.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-6-1-chronicles-1624 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:38:46 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/regals-to-perform-free-concert-on-july-11 LINCOLN HERALD STAFFLOWESVILLE––The Regals will perform a free concert on Saturday, July 11, at 5 p.m.The Vineyard Church, located at 1062 NC-16 in Lowesville, is the place to be, according to noted gospel-music veteran Carroll Cooke. Als... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/the-regals-77381.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/regals-to-perform-free-concert-on-july-11 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:34:56 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-5-colossians-312  Bible Verse Of The Day July 5 – Colossians 3:12   Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-47180.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-5-colossians-312 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:36:14 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/clara-nell-davis-cooke  VALE, N.C.—Clara Nell Davis Cooke, 97, of Vale passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026 at Carolina Caring in Newton.Nell was born in Lincoln County on January 29, 1929 to the late Pinkney Davis and Texie Leatherman Davis. She was retired fr... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/clara-nell-davis-cooke-31.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/clara-nell-davis-cooke Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:39:23 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-4-hebrews-1316  Bible Verse Of The Day July 4 – Hebrews 13:16    And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-62391.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-4-hebrews-1316 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:33:56 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-3-isaiah-527  Bible Verse Of The Day July 3 – Isaiah 52:7   How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-67652.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-3-isaiah-527 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:29:23 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/the-gift-of-a-handwritten-note  I enjoy writing small messages in a card from time to time. Sometimes they are sent to close friends, but often they find their way to people I have never met.When I moved to my current neighborhood over 30 years ago, Ms. Ethel Hall lived just ... Features https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lisa-harper-musings-81562.jpg momtocam@gmail.com (Lisa Harper) http://ugfunding.com/story/the-gift-of-a-handwritten-note Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:26:33 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/program-expands-services-to-anyone-who-has-experienced-loss  NEWTON, N.C.—For many individuals, addressing the mental health concerns tied to grief and loss can feel overwhelming, complicated, or out of reach. Recognizing the profound impact that loss can have on one’s wellbeing, Carolin... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/carolina-caring-community-counseling-38896.jpg carolinacaring@lincolnherald.com (Carolina Caring) http://ugfunding.com/story/program-expands-services-to-anyone-who-has-experienced-loss Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:40:33 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/2026-catawba-county-hunger-walk-registration-opens  CATAWBA COUNTY, N.C. — Registration is now open for the 2026 Catawba County Hunger Walk, scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2026, in Downtown Newton. The annual event brings together individuals, churches, businesses, and community organiza... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/catawba-county-hunger-walk-91594.jpg sjenkins@thecornertable.org (The Corner Table) http://ugfunding.com/story/2026-catawba-county-hunger-walk-registration-opens Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:17:11 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/serious-crash-near-hickory-thursday-morning  HICKORY––A crash causing serious injuries occurred in Catawba County on Thursday morning.According to a same-day statement from North Carolina State Highway Patrol Senior Trooper Jake Macchia, on July 2 at about 7:30 a.m., NCSHP per... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/accident-96114.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/serious-crash-near-hickory-thursday-morning Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:19:37 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/stanley-home-is-center-of-counterfeit-merch  STANLEY––Two people have been charged in connection with a Stanley-based counterfeit-item enterprise.According to a Thursday statement from the Gaston County Police Department, on June 11, the GCPD received information regarding the... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/fake-products-42042.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/stanley-home-is-center-of-counterfeit-merch Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:54:09 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/jerry-andrew-allen  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Jerry Andrew Allen, age 54, of Lincolnton, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026. He was born November 3, 1971, in Lincoln County, to the late Harold Dean Allen and the late Brenda Kay Hester Grubbs.Jerry loved carp fis... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obit-men-3395.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/jerry-andrew-allen Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:43:47 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/jay-daniel-butler  CHARLOTTE, N.C.—Jay Daniel Butler, age 35, of Charlotte, passed away June 30, 2026, at RHA Howell Care Center in Charlotte. Jay was born August 27, 1990, in Lincoln County, to the late Marshall “Gene” and Maria Cordell Bu... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obit-men-1615.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/jay-daniel-butler Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:40:52 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/brenda-elmore-mcgee  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Brenda Elmore McGee, age 83, of Hill Road in Lincolnton, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026.Her funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Long Shoals Wesleyan Church with Rev. Jon Mann officiat... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/women-obit-88239.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/brenda-elmore-mcgee Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:35:33 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/georgie-pauline-swink  LAWNDALE, N.C.—Georgie Pauline Swink, 80, of Lawndale passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Atrium Health - Cleveland in Shelby, N.C.Pauline was born on February 14, 1946 in Cleveland County, to the late James Henry Swink and Flossie ... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/women-obit-80876.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/georgie-pauline-swink Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:33:06 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/thomas-wayne-dodge-jr  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Thomas Wayne Dodge Jr., 65, of Lincolnton peacefully entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 27, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. His steadfast faith and trust... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/men-obit-10790.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/thomas-wayne-dodge-jr Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:30:28 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/ester-delawn-pressley-carpenter  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Ester “Delawn” Pressley Carpenter, age 73, of Long Shoals Road, Lincolnton passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026.Her funeral service was held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at Covenant Church with Rev. Nat... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/women-obit-82441.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/ester-delawn-pressley-carpenter Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:27:23 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/john-charlie-stiwalt-jr  BESSEMER CITY, N.C.—John “Charlie” Stiwalt Jr., age 85, of Bessemer City, passed peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his family. He was born December 11, 1940, in Gaston County, to the l... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obit-men-13222.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/john-charlie-stiwalt-jr Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:23:03 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/ivette-m-gonzalez  HICKORY, N.C.—Ivette M. Gonzalez, 71, of Hickory passed away Friday, June 26, 2026 at Carolina Caring. Born, January 8, 1955 in Ponce, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Camilo Medina and Virgen Medina.She is survived by h... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/women-obit-4360.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/ivette-m-gonzalez Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:20:24 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/ricky-bowden  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Mr. Ricky Bowden, 72, of Lincolnton, North Carolina, made his transition on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at Atrium Health–Lincoln in Lincolnton, North Carolina.He was born in Lincoln County, North Carolina, on November 1... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/army-obit-66426.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/ricky-bowden Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:18:12 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/elva-sue-black-turpin  Elva Sue Black Turpin, 77, was born on March 20, 1949, and peacefully departed this life on June 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.Sue was the daughter of the late Margie Lutz and Cliff Black of Lincolnton, North Carolina. She foun... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/women-obit-25020.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/elva-sue-black-turpin Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:15:24 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/man-dies-in-wednesday-crash-in-wilkes-county  WILKESBORO––A driver in the wrong lane died in a Wednesday morning crash in Wilkes County.According to North Carolina State Highway Patrol Senior Trooper Jake Macchia in a Thursday statement, on July 1 at about 7:35 a.m., NCSHP pers... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/fatal-accident-82504.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/man-dies-in-wednesday-crash-in-wilkes-county Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:47:46 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/gcpd-seeks-help-in-stolen-motorcycle-case GASTONIA––The Gaston County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in finding a stolen motorcycle.According to a Tuesday statement from the GCPD, the theft occurred in broad daylight on June 26 at about 1:30 p.m. As video-su... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/motorcycle-theft-52302.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/gcpd-seeks-help-in-stolen-motorcycle-case Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:54:04 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/christian-ministry-releases-numbers-for-june  LINCOLNTON––The numbers are in.And they paint a picture of profound altruism and service to the local less fortunate. On Wednesday, Christian Ministry of Lincoln County Executive Director Mitzi Williams released the organization&rsq... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/christian-ministrythank-you-99563.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/christian-ministry-releases-numbers-for-june Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:22:36 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-2-2-corinthians-416  Bible Verse Of The Day July 2 – 2 Corinthians 4:16   “Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.”   Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-32346.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-2-2-corinthians-416 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:18:48 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/limited-conditional-relief-on-water-restrictions  LINCOLNTON––Newly-adopted amendments are aimed at helping ease drought-related water restrictions.That’s the word Wednesday from Lincoln County Public Affairs Officer Vanessa León. As León explained, at Monday&rs... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/drought-84533.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/limited-conditional-relief-on-water-restrictions Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:45:05 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/county-hires-new-veterans-services-director  LINCOLNTON––Lincoln County Government is announcing a new director for its veterans services office.According to Lincoln County Public Affairs Director Vanessa León, county manager Davin Madden announced Tuesday that Adam Pat... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/adam-patton-53181.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/county-hires-new-veterans-services-director Wed, 01 Jul 2026 03:11:16 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-1-proverbs-207  Bible Verse Of The Day July 1 – Proverbs 20:7  The righteous lead blameless lives; blessed are their children after them. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-32869.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-july-1-proverbs-207 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:16:54 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/church-events-july-1-31 LINCOLNTON, N.C. – Check out upcoming events at our local churches during July. Be sure to look at future events for advance tickets, etc. If you would like to have your event included in this column please Email your information to us at LH@Li... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/church-events-july-54569.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/church-events-july-1-31 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:29:24 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/whats-happening-july-1-31  LINCOLNTON, N.C. and More! Check out upcoming events in our area during July. Be sure to look at future events for advance tickets, etc. If you would like to have your event included in this column, please Email your information to us at L... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/events-july-4th-64937.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/whats-happening-july-1-31 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:25:07 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/catawba-seniors-morning-out-for-july-2  HICKORY, N.C.—Participants will enjoy a variety of activities in July including musical performances, crafting classes, and cooking demonstrations.Any resident of Catawba County who is 60 or older is invited to join Seniors Morning Out (S... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/seniors-morning-out-for-july-68215.jpg amccauley@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Government) http://ugfunding.com/story/catawba-seniors-morning-out-for-july-2 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:30:17 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/conover-man-dies-in-monday-crash  CONOVER––A Conover man died in a Monday afternoon crash in Catawba County.According to a same-day statement from North Carolina State Highway Patrol Senior Trooper Jake Macchia, on June 29 at about 3:49 p.m., NCSHP personnel respond... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/fatal-accident-16874.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/conover-man-dies-in-monday-crash Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:47:59 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-30-isaiah-558-9  Bible Verse Of The Day June 30 – Isaiah 55:8-9    For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord. 9 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, a... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-77801.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-30-isaiah-558-9 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:11:43 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/a-look-at-the-first-school-in-crouse  CROUSE––The first school in Crouse was a large frame building, consisting of just one room.It was erected around the turn of the century, 1899-1900, and situated near the Arvel Elmore home. According to spokeswoman Mona Ramsey of th... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/crouse-history-3824.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/a-look-at-the-first-school-in-crouse Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:38:10 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/granite-falls-man-dies-in-sunday-crash  GRANITE FALLS––A Granite Falls man died in a Sunday evening collision in Caldwell County.According to a Monday statement from North Carolina State Highway Patrol Senior Trooper Jake Macchia, on June 28 at about 7:42 p.m., NCSHP pers... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/fatal-accident-30692.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) http://ugfunding.com/story/granite-falls-man-dies-in-sunday-crash Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:30:46 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/560-acre-property-conserved-in-gaston-county-will-become-destination-park  BELMONT, N.C. – A major milestone for outdoor recreation in the greater Charlotte region was reached last week, as Gaston County purchased 562 acres along Lake Wylie in Belmont, N.C. for a future public park. The property, which is one of... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/catawba-cove-62532.jpg jennifer@catawbalands.org (Carolina Thread Trail and Catawba Lands Conservancy) http://ugfunding.com/story/560-acre-property-conserved-in-gaston-county-will-become-destination-park Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:57:04 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/jennifer-raimey-sworn-in-to-lincoln-county-board-of-education  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Jennifer Raimey was officially sworn in as the District -2 representative on the Lincoln County Board of Education during a special-called board meeting held Friday, June 26, at the Lincoln County Schools Central Services... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/ramiey-76505.jpg LCS@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln County Schools) http://ugfunding.com/story/jennifer-raimey-sworn-in-to-lincoln-county-board-of-education Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:39:18 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/future-careers-through-red-hawk-next-summer-2026  This summer, middle school students from Catawba County Schools explored future careers and developed new skills firsthand through Red Hawk N.E.X.T. Summer 2026, a collaborative partnership between Catawba County Schools GEAR UP and Catawba Val... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/fast-49740.jpg kim_jordan@catawbaschools.net (Catawba County Schools, Kim Jordan) http://ugfunding.com/story/future-careers-through-red-hawk-next-summer-2026 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:03:10 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/as-the-usa-turns-250-its-time-for-a-new-era-of-common-sense  I received a comment on one of my recent articles in which a reader shared what I consider to be a very high compliment.  The reader shared that he had differing opinions from me, but was appreciative of the fact that I have “common ... Opinion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/eric-250th-47497.jpg ericnachamie69@icloud.com (Eric Nachamie) http://ugfunding.com/story/as-the-usa-turns-250-its-time-for-a-new-era-of-common-sense Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:35:42 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-29-psalm-236  Bible Verse Of The Day June 29 – Psalm 23:6   Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-86094.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-29-psalm-236 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:10:07 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/larry-howard-jackson  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Larry Howard Jackson, age 79, of Hovis Road, Lincolnton, passed away on Saturday June 27, 2026.His funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 2, 2026 at Iron Station Missionary Church with Rev. Chris Johnson o... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obits-men-40299.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/larry-howard-jackson Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:37:12 -0400 http://ugfunding.com/story/jo-linda-hill-cody IRON STATION, N.C.—Jo Linda Hill Cody, age 84, of Gladwood Lane in Iron Station, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026.Her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Alan Whe... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obits-women-29111.jpg http://ugfunding.com/story/jo-linda-hill-cody Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:33:13 -0400