https://ugfunding.com Be up to date with the latest news from Lincolnton en Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:52:49 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-28-genesis-911  Bible Verse Of The Day September 28 – Genesis 9:11    I establish my covenant with you: Never again will all life be destroyed by the waters of a flood; never again will there be a flood to destroy the earth. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-august-22799.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-28-genesis-911 Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:54:29 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/celebrate-gods-love-for-our-animal-family-at-the-blessing-of-the-animals  There’s something special about the love we share with our pets. They bring joy to our homes, comfort us when we need it most, and become cherished members of our families. This October, the community is invited to celebrate that special ... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/blessing-animals-19784.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://ugfunding.com/story/celebrate-gods-love-for-our-animal-family-at-the-blessing-of-the-animals Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:22:30 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/jaci-lail-bailee-crisson-dance-their-way-to-victory-at-2026-dancing-with-our-stars A night filled with dancing, laughter, community spirit and plenty of excitement came to a thrilling conclusion as Team #5 — Jaci Lail and Bailee Crisson — captured both the People’s Choice Award and first place at the Lincoln Cultu... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/dwos-16604.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://ugfunding.com/story/jaci-lail-bailee-crisson-dance-their-way-to-victory-at-2026-dancing-with-our-stars Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:24:04 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/lady-rebels-tennis-continues-dominant-run-with-back-to-back-9-0-wins  The West Lincoln High School Lady Rebel tennis team continued its impressive season with a pair of dominant 9-0 victories, defeating Lincolnton on Thursday, Sept. 17, and Cherryville on Tuesday, Sept. 22.The two shutout victories helped the Lad... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/west-lincoln-high-school-lady-rebel-tennis-28479.png contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://ugfunding.com/story/lady-rebels-tennis-continues-dominant-run-with-back-to-back-9-0-wins Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:01:18 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/football-scores-week-ending-september-25 AREA VARSITY FOOTBALL SCORESSeptember 25, 2026·       Ashbrook 60, North Gaston 6·       Bandys 14, Newton-Conover 6·       Burns 45, West ... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lincoln-county-football-updates-512.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://ugfunding.com/story/football-scores-week-ending-september-25 Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:27:46 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/stoned  Nope.  I’m not talking about being high on drugs, or under the influence of alcohol or some other type of substance abuse.  I speak of a stone of much greater significance.But first, let’s examine a few stones, okay? ... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/stoned-98776.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://ugfunding.com/story/stoned Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:11:14 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-27-romans-839  Bible Verse Of The Day September 27 –  Romans 8:39     neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-12319.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-27-romans-839 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:08:25 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/dont-forget-10th-annual-dancing-with-our-stars-is-tonight  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Remember tonight’s the night at the James W. Warren Citizens Center when 12 local stars take the spotlight for the Lincoln Cultural Center’s 10th Annual Dancing With Our Stars.The community can look forward to... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/dwos-2026-73055.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://ugfunding.com/story/dont-forget-10th-annual-dancing-with-our-stars-is-tonight Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:12:36 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-26-psalm-3418  Bible Verse Of The Day September 26 – Psalm 34:18     The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-89853.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-26-psalm-3418 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:04:34 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/three-plead-guilty-in-2024-murder-of-16-year-old  On Thursday September 24, 2026, three people accused in the killing of a 16-year-old in December 2024 pleaded guilty to 2nd Degree Murder in Lincoln County Superior Court.  The incident was investigated when the body of the boy was found o... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/three-plead-67471.jpg LincolnCountySheriffsOffice@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln County Sheriff's Office) https://ugfunding.com/story/three-plead-guilty-in-2024-murder-of-16-year-old Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:57:46 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/charlotte-man-charged-with-attempted-breaking-and-entering-of-a-motor-vehicle  On September 23, 2026, deputies with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Hwy 16 and Optimist Club Road in reference to an attempted breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. A male suspect attempted to break ... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/rodrigyiz-12294.jpg LincolnCountySheriffsOffice@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln County Sheriff's Office) https://ugfunding.com/story/charlotte-man-charged-with-attempted-breaking-and-entering-of-a-motor-vehicle Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:54:38 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/the-never-ending-saga-of-home-ownership  My husband and I have finally reached one of those milestones in life that used to seem almost impossible.We own our home.Free and clear.No mortgage. No monthly house payment. It was a wonderful feeling when we finally made that last mortgage p... Features https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lisa-harper-musings-81562.jpg momtocam@gmail.com (Lisa Harper) https://ugfunding.com/story/the-never-ending-saga-of-home-ownership Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:40:56 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/the-crouse-depot  In earlier installments we followed the railroad into the community that became Crouse and the businesses that grew up around the tracks. This week we turn to the depot itself, the modest combination station that handled passengers, mail, expre... Features https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/crouse-history-3824.jpg rramsey66@bellsouth.net (Crouse Community History & Photo Project) https://ugfunding.com/story/the-crouse-depot Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:36:17 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-25-deuteronomy-318  Bible Verse Of The Day September 25 – Deuteronomy 31:8     The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-32477.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-25-deuteronomy-318 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:02:03 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/downtown-hickory-oktoberfest-returns-oct-9-11  Downtown Hickory will come alive with music, food, arts and family fun Oct. 9-11 as the city celebrates the “39th Annual Downtown Hickory Oktoberfest”.The three-day outdoor festival, held throughout downtown Hickory, will feature tw... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/oktoberfest-96769.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://ugfunding.com/story/downtown-hickory-oktoberfest-returns-oct-9-11 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:44:10 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/catawba-county-schools-announces-principal-transition-at-maiden-high-school  Catawba County Schools confirms that Brian Hefner resigned as principal of Maiden High School effective September 24, 2026.Assistant Principals Zindy Wilfong and Caine Houser are providing leadership at the school while the district works to na... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/catawba-county-schools-70684.jpg kim_jordan@catawbaschools.net (Catawba County Schools, Kim Jordan) https://ugfunding.com/story/catawba-county-schools-announces-principal-transition-at-maiden-high-school Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:54:30 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/city-of-newton-notice-of-discharge-of-untreated-sewage-1  General Statute 143-215.1C requires the owner or operator of any wastewater collection or treatment works to issue a news release when an untreated wastewater discharge of 1,000 gallons or more reaches surface waters. In accordance with that re... Classified https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/city-of-newton-public-notice-69852.jpg africk@newtonnc.gov (City of Newton) https://ugfunding.com/story/city-of-newton-notice-of-discharge-of-untreated-sewage-1 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:46:32 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-24-isaiah-4029  Bible Verse Of The Day September 24 – Isaiah 40:29     He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-75918.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-24-isaiah-4029 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:59:35 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/9-to-5-dolly-day  On Friday, September 25, 2026 the Partnership for Children of Lincoln & Gaston Counties (Partnership) is honoring Dolly Parton’s legacy by inviting families, caregivers, teachers, and community supporters to share the impact that Doll... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/dolly-9-to-5-day-42102.jpg www.pfclg.org (Partnership for Children of Lincoln and Gaston Counties) https://ugfunding.com/story/9-to-5-dolly-day Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:14:55 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/claudia-renee-bolick  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Claudia “Renee” Bolick, age 51, of Lincolnton, passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Atrium Health Lincoln. Renee was born June 12, 1975, in Mecklenburg County, to the late Mildred Haney Hall.Renee ... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obits-women-62332.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/claudia-renee-bolick Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:25:18 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/daniel-anthony-catania  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Daniel Anthony Catania, age 87, of Stoney Creek Drive in Lincolnton, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026.  Mr. Catania was born June 11, 1939, in El Paso, Texas, son of the late Daniel and Conce... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/army-obit-66426.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/daniel-anthony-catania Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:22:20 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/rodney-lee-simons-jr  MAIDEN, N.C.—Rodney Lee Simons Jr., age 41, of Benny Shrum Lane in Maiden, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026.Rodney was born September 1, 1985, in McDowell County, West Virginia, to Rodney Lee Simons Sr. and the late Vicki Lynn Cr... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obits-men-60399.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/rodney-lee-simons-jr Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:20:06 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/lcso-citizens-academy-participants-get-hands-on-experience LINCOLN COUNTY—The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office Citizen's Academy participants spent the past two weeks getting hands-on experience with a few core areas of patrol work.During the first session, participants went to the driving track at Gast... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lcso-citizens-academy-87052.jpg aturk@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Sheriff's Office) https://ugfunding.com/story/lcso-citizens-academy-participants-get-hands-on-experience Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:59:36 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-23-acts-412  Bible Verse Of The Day September 23 – Acts 4:12     Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-22925.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-23-acts-412 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:57:10 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/lincoln-county-schools-celebrate-constitution-day-arts-athletics-and-technology LINCOLN COUNTY — Lincoln County Schools is taking time this week to recognize the many people, programs and accomplishments that help make the school system successful, from classroom learning and the arts to athletics and behind-the-scenes tec... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/weekly-celebrations-47829.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://ugfunding.com/story/lincoln-county-schools-celebrate-constitution-day-arts-athletics-and-technology Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:39:59 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/going-big-with-your-holiday-decorations-dont-fall-for-this-scam  If you plan to get festive with your Halloween, Christmas, or other holiday decorations, keep your eyes open for this scam. Each year, BBB Scam Tracker receives complaints during the holiday season about false advertisements and phony promises ... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/decoration-scams-halloween-42816.jpg jorork@charlotte.bbb.org (Better Business Bureau) https://ugfunding.com/story/going-big-with-your-holiday-decorations-dont-fall-for-this-scam Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:22:40 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/carolina-caring-social-worker-named-hyundai-hometown-hero NEWTON, N.C.—Carolina Caring Social Worker Christie Mullins, of Lincoln County, has been selected as a Hyundai Hometown Hero.Only four individuals nationwide are recognized as a Hyundai Hometown Hero per year. Mullins was nominated for this awa... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/christie-mullins-69567.jpg carolinacaring@lincolnherald.com (Carolina Caring) https://ugfunding.com/story/carolina-caring-social-worker-named-hyundai-hometown-hero Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:57:37 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/guilty-plea-to-operating-a-drone-in-prohibited-area-near-charlotte-airport  CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A Charlotte man appeared in federal court today and pleaded guilty to operating a drone in a prohibited area near the Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT airport), announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the ... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/no-drone-zone-22378.jpg Lia.Bantavani@usdoj.gov (U.S. Department of Justice) https://ugfunding.com/story/guilty-plea-to-operating-a-drone-in-prohibited-area-near-charlotte-airport Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:43:14 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-22-psalms-911-2  Bible Verse Of The Day September 22 – Psalms 91:1-2     Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-90998.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-22-psalms-911-2 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:53:58 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-21-ephesians-429  Bible Verse Of The Day September 21 – Ephesians 4:29    Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-84238.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-21-ephesians-429 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:51:03 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/football-scores-week-ending-september-18  VARSITY FOOTBALL SCORESSeptember 18, 2026·       Bandys 42, Bunker Hill 35·       Burns 50, Bessemer City 14·       Christ the King 4... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/footballscores-56961.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://ugfunding.com/story/football-scores-week-ending-september-18 Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:11:00 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/tennis-soccer-update-week-of-september-14 TENNISTuesday, September 15West Lincoln 5, Burns 4The Lady Rebel Tennis team defeated Burns Tuesday, 5-4.  It was a close match from start to finish.  Winners were:  Kennedy McCumber, Raylan Morrison in singles and doubles, Ensley Wood... Sports https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/graphic-created-with-watercolorish-background-900-x-400-pixels-tennis-player-or-players-on-left-soccer-players-on-right-similar-to-graphics-submitted-33497.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://ugfunding.com/story/tennis-soccer-update-week-of-september-14 Sun, 20 Sep 2026 11:08:12 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/so-glad  Any special plans for the day?"This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it (Psalm 118:24 KJV).”This is THE day.The LORD has made this day. It's special.Why? Because He made it special; especially for us.I h... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/faithwriters-be-glad-hummingbird-flowers-80070.jpg contributed@lincolnherald.com (Contributed) https://ugfunding.com/story/so-glad Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:22:55 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-20-romans-58  Bible Verse Of The Day September 20 – Romans 5:8    But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-35912.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-20-romans-58 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:48:29 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-19-luke-1610  Bible Verse Of The Day September 19 – Luke 16:10    "Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-50163.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-19-luke-1610 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:46:07 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/lincoln-county-commissioners-face-full-agenda-monday  LINCOLNTON, N.C. — The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, Sept. 21 at 10 a.m. with a full agenda that includes development cases, property revaluation standards, infrastructure improvements and changes involving the B... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/commission-74886.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://ugfunding.com/story/lincoln-county-commissioners-face-full-agenda-monday Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:38:29 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/lincoln-county-sro-marcus-miller-named-president-of-statewide-association LINCOLNTON, N.C. — A Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office deputy who has spent nearly two decades in law enforcement has been selected to lead an organization representing school resource officers across North Carolina.Deputy Marcus Miller, wh... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/miller-64737.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://ugfunding.com/story/lincoln-county-sro-marcus-miller-named-president-of-statewide-association Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:27:39 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/iron-station-man-charged-after-narcotics-operation-yields-over-18-pounds-of-cocaine  On September 15, 2026, the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Unit, in partnership with the Gastonia Police Department, conducted a narcotics surveillance operation in Eastern Lincoln County.During the operation, Narcotics Officers condu... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/mccall-80331.jpg LincolnCountySheriffsOffice@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln County Sheriff's Office) https://ugfunding.com/story/iron-station-man-charged-after-narcotics-operation-yields-over-18-pounds-of-cocaine Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:54:53 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/thomas-henkel-lark  MOUNT HOLLY, N.C.—Thomas Henkel Lark, 57, of Mount Holly, North Carolina, died September 7, 2026.Born in Charlotte on September 12, 1968, Thomas was the son of Dale Edson Hinkle and Ramona Ballard Hinkle. He grew up in Lincolnton, No... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lark-91483.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/thomas-henkel-lark Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:37:23 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/dr-william-l-crouse-and-dr-winslow-washington-nolen  In our thirty-first installment we remembered Mart and Louie Aderholt, the self-taught animal caregivers who served Crouse when livestock still defined farm life. This week we return to two men whose names are bound to the village itself: Dr. W... Features https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/crouse-history-3824.jpg rramsey66@bellsouth.net (Crouse Community History & Photo Project) https://ugfunding.com/story/dr-william-l-crouse-and-dr-winslow-washington-nolen Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:36:38 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/train-them-up-in-the-way-they-should-go  That sounds simple enough. But somewhere between the wooden spoon and the helicopter parent, we seem to have misplaced the instruction manual.I’m not against homeschooling. I’m not against virtual schooling. And I’m certainly ... Features https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lisa-harper-musings-81562.jpg momtocam@gmail.com (Lisa Harper) https://ugfunding.com/story/train-them-up-in-the-way-they-should-go Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:09:13 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/notice-of-november-3rd-2026-general-and-city-of-lincolnton-election-lincoln-county-north-carolina  Notice is hereby given that general elections will be held in Lincoln County on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. All qualified registered voters will be eligible to vote in the election. Unaffiliated voters may choose a party primary from parties tha... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/nptice-of-board-elections-25592.jpg elections@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln County Board of Elections) https://ugfunding.com/story/notice-of-november-3rd-2026-general-and-city-of-lincolnton-election-lincoln-county-north-carolina Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:47:31 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-18-psalm-274  Bible Verse Of The Day September 18 – Psalm 27:4    One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the Lord and to seek him in... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-28909.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-18-psalm-274 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:43:16 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/armed-gastonia-fentanyl-trafficker-sentenced-to-prison  ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Matthew Olando Allen, 35, of Gastonia, N.C., was sentenced today to 51 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for selling fentanyl and firearms, announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the West... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/fentanyl-doj-24549.jpg Lia.Bantavani@usdoj.gov (U.S. Department of Justice) https://ugfunding.com/story/armed-gastonia-fentanyl-trafficker-sentenced-to-prison Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:32:51 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/catawba-valley-woodcarvers-club-meeting-september-19  The Catawba Valley Woodcarvers Club will meet Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Klingspor Woodworking Shop at 856 21st St. Drive SE (Sweetwater Road) in Hickory.Meetings are open to the public and to anyone intereste... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/catawba-valley-woodcarvers-club-24038.jpg rssgrant1@charter.net (Catawba Valley Wood Carvers Club) https://ugfunding.com/story/catawba-valley-woodcarvers-club-meeting-september-19 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:27:33 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/marion-woman-sentenced-to-prison-for-defrauding-fema-after-hurricane-helene  ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Today, Chief U.S. District Judge Martin Reidinger sentenced Peggy Lee Cantrell, 41, of Marion, North Carolina, to three years in prison followed by four years of supervised release for defrauding the Federal Emergency Ma... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/fraud-9397.jpg Lia.Bantavani@usdoj.gov (U.S. Department of Justice) https://ugfunding.com/story/marion-woman-sentenced-to-prison-for-defrauding-fema-after-hurricane-helene Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:19:05 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-17-james-112  Bible Verse Of The Day September 17 – James 1:12    Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-3501.jpg https://ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-september-17-james-112 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:39:55 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/union-elementary-holds-student-lighthouse-team-election  Union Elementary students took part in a special “Election Day” this week as they cast their votes for the school’s new Student Lighthouse Team.With a polling location set up to look like the real thing, students took their vo... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/union-elementary-26067.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://ugfunding.com/story/union-elementary-holds-student-lighthouse-team-election Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:03:44 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/battleground-elementary-pre-k-students-show-appreciation-for-local-police  Battleground Elementary School’s youngest learners are already making a difference in their community.The school’s Pre-K students recently completed their first service project of the year, showing their appreciation for officers wi... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/battleground-elementary-18278.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://ugfunding.com/story/battleground-elementary-pre-k-students-show-appreciation-for-local-police Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:00:10 -0400 https://ugfunding.com/story/lincoln-county-zoning-public-hearings-october-5-2026  Below are our zoning public hearings for Monday October 5, 2026. All cases may be viewed online at https://www.lincolncountync.gov/371/Pending-ApplicationsZMA #798 JBDK Family, LP, applicant (Parcel ID# 71407) A request to rezone a 16.29-a... Classified https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/planning-board-61466.jpg Joshua.Grant@lincolncountync.gov (Joshua L. Grant, MPA Lincoln County Planning & Inspections Manager) https://ugfunding.com/story/lincoln-county-zoning-public-hearings-october-5-2026 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:07:27 -0400