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Jagger is showing you his victory pose. Why? Because he beat parvo like a champ.

Burn Ban, Drought and Extreme Fire Danger

As of April 24, 2026, the state-issued ban on open burning remains in effect for all 100 counties. Under North Carolina law, the ban prohibits all open burning statewide, regardless of whether a permit was previously issued. The issuance of any new permits has also been suspended until the ban is lifted.

David and son August Hamrick were admiring this Volkswagen at the Broad River European Classic Car Show that was held in Uptown Shelby on Saturday, April 25. Jeff Melton photo

Brandon and Ayden Davis were all smiles while sliding down the slide at this year's Merry-Go-Round Festival. Jeff Melton photo

Brandon and Ayden Davis were all smiles while sliding down the slide at this year's Merry-Go-Round Festival. Jeff Melton photo

Gaffney, SC - - Brian Eugene Lanier, 52, of 435 Ford Road, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.

Dolores Ann Ramos Abdow, 96, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Jordan Clarke Bowman, 42, of Polkville Road, Shelby passed away on April 29, 2026 at his residence.

Marvin Atkin Grigg, Jr., 96, of Denver, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at his residence.

Melanie Young Holt, born on May 30, 1969, in Marvell, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, in Shelby, North Carolina.

Robert "Bob" William Conlon, 87, entered his heavenly home Monday, April 27, 2026 surrounded by his wife and family.