https://www.ugfunding.com Be up to date with the latest news from Lincolnton en Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:19:48 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/the-distance-between-hello-and-goodbye  I said my final goodbye to Marie a few days ago. We first met in 1995, when I moved in next door to her house.Over the years, we laughed together, cried together, prayed together, and spent countless hours tending our gardens. We celebrated mil... Features https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lisa-harper-musings-81562.jpg momtocam@gmail.com (Lisa Harper) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/the-distance-between-hello-and-goodbye Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:12:39 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-5-hebrews-1024-25  Bible Verse Of The Day June 5 – Hebrews 10:24-25  And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another — a... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-84441.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-5-hebrews-1024-25 Sun, 24 May 2026 15:58:06 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/gclmpo-has-established-a-public-comment-period-june-1-30  THE GASTON-CLEVELAND-LINCOLN METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (GCLMPO) HAS ESTABLISHED A PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD TO AMEND THE 2026-2035 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TIP) AND THE 2055 METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLAN (MTP)The documen... Classified https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/gclmpo-new-88108.jpg tori.dellinger@gastonianc.gov (GCLMPO) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/gclmpo-has-established-a-public-comment-period-june-1-30 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:08:34 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/lpd-canine-receives-donation-of-body-armor LINCOLNTON––Police dog Mylo has received a donation of body armor.A Lincolnton Police Department canine unit member, Mylo recently got a protective vest, resistant against bullets and stabbing attacks, thanks to a charitable donation from... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/mylo-3-91867.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/lpd-canine-receives-donation-of-body-armor Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:11:51 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-4-psalm-1211  Bible Verse Of The Day June 4 – Psalm 121:1  “I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from?” Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-40610.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-4-psalm-1211 Sun, 24 May 2026 15:54:04 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/mitchem-dillon-earn-livestock-scholarships VALE––Two local up-and-coming future farmers were recently recognized with scholarships.According to the North Carolina Department of Agriculture, 33 such students were recognized statewide, having earned N.C. State Fair Youth Livestock S... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/jordan-mitchem-86605.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/mitchem-dillon-earn-livestock-scholarships Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:26:51 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/clyde-edward-taylor  TAYLORSVILLE, N.C.--Clyde Edward Taylor, 89, of Taylorsville, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 1, 2026, following a period of declining health.Clyde was born May 4, 1937, in Lincoln County a son of the late Alvin Marion and Minnie ... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/clyde-edward-taylor-44411.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/clyde-edward-taylor Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:46:43 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/tony-maddox-found-deceased-in-wooded-area  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at approximately 4:20 p.m., search and rescue personnel located a deceased individual in a wooded area. The deceased subject has officially been identified as Tony Maddox. At this time, the ... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/tony-maddox-19194.jpg police@lincolntonpolice.com (Lincolnton Police Department) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/tony-maddox-found-deceased-in-wooded-area Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:24:54 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/clts-we-will-rock-you-june-12-14-19-21 By THOMAS LARKEditorLINCOLNTON––Boom-boom-clap, boom-boom-clap…That unmistakable percussive pounding is of course the beginning of “We Will Rock You” by famed songwriter and astrophysicist Dr. Sir Brian May, best known ... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/cherryville-little-theatre-49159.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/clts-we-will-rock-you-june-12-14-19-21 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 02:39:34 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-3-isaiah-118  Bible Verse Of The Day June 3 – Isaiah 1:18  “Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the Lord. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be lik... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-52921.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-3-isaiah-118 Sun, 24 May 2026 15:51:14 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/how-much-do-you-know-about-charlotte  DENVER, N.C.—From Fields to Factories to Finance — Dr Tom Hanchett will trace how the Charlotte region has reinvented itself time and again through 250 years of history. Native American history, creation of the lakes by Duke Power, ... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/charlotte-93303.jpg LincolnHerald@lincolnherald.com (Mundy House and History Center of Eastern Lincoln County) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/how-much-do-you-know-about-charlotte Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:20:17 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/gastonia-police-assist-in-finding-fugitive MOUNT AIRY––The Gastonia Police Department assisted in apprehending a fugitive Sunday night.According to a same-day statement from North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation Public Information Officer Chad Flowers and a Monday statement... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/michael-puckett-18507.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/gastonia-police-assist-in-finding-fugitive Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:38:59 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/luke-johnson-appears-on-charlotte-today  LINCOLNTON––Luke Johnson recently appeared on the local television program, “Charlotte Today.”The pastor of Highland Drive Church in Lincolnton, Johnson discussed his new book, From Heartbreak to Hope: Landen’s Sto... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/luke-johnson-43216.jpg thomaslark68@gmail.com (Editor , Thomas) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/luke-johnson-appears-on-charlotte-today Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:07:58 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/loki-retires-from-catawba-sheriffs-office NEWTON––After years of dedicated service, Loki is putting his paws up on the porch.According to a Monday statement from the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office, Loki, a Belgian Malinois police dog, is officially retiring. Named for the ... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/loki-retires-44416.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/loki-retires-from-catawba-sheriffs-office Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:33:07 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-2-john-1140 Bible Verse Of The Day June 2 – John 11:40  Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?” Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-80529.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-2-john-1140 Sun, 24 May 2026 15:48:50 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/catawba-county-schools-celebrates-employees  NEWTON, N.C.—Catawba County Schools rolled back the clock and kicked off the morning in style as employees came together for the district’s annual End-of-Year Employee Celebration held at the Tarlton Complex on the campus of CVCC. T... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/christian-underwood-car-28862.jpg kim_jordan@catawbaschools.net (Catawba County Schools, Kim Jordan) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/catawba-county-schools-celebrates-employees Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:35:18 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/shelby-police-department-officer-turns-self-in  SHELBY––A former Shelby Police Department officer turned himself in on Monday.According to a same-day statement from North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation Public Information Officer Chad Flowers, Karson Hyder, 22, surrendered... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/hyder-48691.jpg thomaslark68@gmail.com (Editor , Thomas) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/shelby-police-department-officer-turns-self-in Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:18:22 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/dustin-scott-caldwell  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Dustin Scott Caldwell, age 43, of Lincolnton, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026. He was born April 15, 1983, in Lincoln County, son of David Wayne Caldwell and Lisa Lynn Smith.Dustin was a 2001 graduate of West Lincol... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obits-navy-13470.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/dustin-scott-caldwell Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:54:19 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/wasana-stone  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Wasana Stone, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 29, 2026, in Lincolnton, North Carolina, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, friendship, and love.Born on January... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obits-women-62332.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/wasana-stone Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:45:19 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/salvador-sal-loza-hernandez  CONOVER, N.C.—Salvador “Sal” Loza Hernandez, 30, of Conover, passed away on May 27, 2026.Born on November 25, 1995, in San Francisco del Rincón, Guanajuato, Mexico, Sal later grew up in Hickory, North Carolina. He was a... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/in-memory-obit-men-77805.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/salvador-sal-loza-hernandez Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:41:53 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/lincolnton-city-council-meeting-june-4th  The City of Lincolnton Council will hold their regular scheduled meeting on Thursday, June 4th at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall, Council Chambers at 114 W Sycamore Street, Lincolnton, NC 28092. Agendas and additional details can be found on the Ci... Classified https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lincolnton-city-council-meeting-67232.jpg CityofLincolnton@LincolnHerald.com (City of Lincolnton) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/lincolnton-city-council-meeting-june-4th Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:09:29 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/for-rent-sometime-in-june  FOR RENT 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bath Cottage Available Sometime In June, At $1,300 Per Month. Unfortunately, This Unit Is Not Pet Friendly. Background Check, Credit Inquiry, And Deposit Required. Serious Applicants Please Call 704.732.1709.  Classified https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/cottage-for-rent-30115.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/for-rent-sometime-in-june Sun, 17 May 2026 14:07:55 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-1-1-chronicles-2911 Bible Verse Of The Day June 1 – 1 Chronicles 29:11   “Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is the kingdom; you are ... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-summer-19337.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-june-1-1-chronicles-2911 Sun, 24 May 2026 15:46:09 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/church-events-june-1-30 LINCOLNTON, N.C. – Check out upcoming events at our local churches during June. 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/vbs-and-more-church-events-78389.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/church-events-june-1-30 Sun, 31 May 2026 14:37:44 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/whats-happening-june-1-30  LINCOLNTON, N.C. and More! Check out upcoming events in our area during June. 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/whats-happening-002-60577.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/whats-happening-june-1-30 Sun, 31 May 2026 12:57:41 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/biography-of-alexander-mcwhorter-brevard  —Compiled by Jennifer Baker, DAR Vesuvius Furnace Alexander Brevard was one of eight sons born in April 1755 to John Brevard and Jane McWhorter in what was then called Rowan County. When the British under Cornwallis crossed the Cataw... Features https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/alexander-mcwhorter-brevard-27026.jpg features@lincolnherald.com (Jennifer Baker, DAR Vesuvius Furnace) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/biography-of-alexander-mcwhorter-brevard Sun, 31 May 2026 11:54:29 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-may-31-1-corinthians-127  Bible Verse Of The Day May 31 – 1 Corinthians 1:27   "God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong." Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-spring-44188.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-may-31-1-corinthians-127 Sun, 17 May 2026 15:19:50 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/north-lincoln-high-theater-department-earns-four-blumey-awards  The theater department at North Lincoln High School is celebrating an extraordinary achievement after earning four prestigious honors at the 2026 Blumey Awards for its acclaimed production of Hadestown: Teen Edition.During the awards cerem... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/nlhs-theatre-blumey-awards-16132.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/north-lincoln-high-theater-department-earns-four-blumey-awards Sat, 30 May 2026 18:01:15 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/talented-students-create-an-outdoor-graffiti-style-wolves-mural  Students at Lincolnton High School are leaving their mark on campus in a creative and colorful way. Talented young artists recently designed and painted a striking outdoor, graffiti-style Wolves mural outside the school cafeteria, transforming ... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lhs-wolves-mural-70380.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/talented-students-create-an-outdoor-graffiti-style-wolves-mural Sat, 30 May 2026 17:23:01 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/congratulations-lincoln-county-class-of-2026 Last week the entire Lincoln County Schools community celebrated the Class of 2026 and their milestone moments with staff, families and friends. Ceremonies for Asbury Academy were held on May 21, 2026. East Lincoln, North Lincoln and West Lincoln cel... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/class-of-2026-20446.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/congratulations-lincoln-county-class-of-2026 Sat, 30 May 2026 17:04:53 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-may-30-1-john-410  Bible Verse Of The Day May 30 – 1 John 4:10   "This is love: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins." Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-spring-47674.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-may-30-1-john-410 Sun, 17 May 2026 14:58:52 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/meeting-houses-served-christian-denominations CROUSE––After the dust of the American Revolution settled, backcountry life more or less normalized.And so it was for the community along Beaverdam and Indian creeks: the place that would one day be known as Crouse. According to Crouse Co... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/crouse-history-3824.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/meeting-houses-served-christian-denominations Fri, 29 May 2026 20:37:41 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/gcpd-patrol-boats-out-in-force-on-local-lakes Calendrically speaking, of course, summer won’t arrive for another three weeks and change.But with Memorial Day in the rear-view mirror and the hot weather upon us, summer in the South is essentially here. With that in mind, the Gaston County P... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/boat-and-water-safety-gc-police-88452.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/gcpd-patrol-boats-out-in-force-on-local-lakes Fri, 29 May 2026 19:41:08 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/ministry-preparing-now-for-annual-golf-event LINCOLNTON––Fore!Christian Ministry of Lincoln County is getting ready right now for its 30th annual fund-raising golf event. According to a Friday statement from Mitzi Williams, the ministry’s executive director, the Christian... Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/christian-ministrythank-you-99563.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/ministry-preparing-now-for-annual-golf-event Fri, 29 May 2026 18:37:55 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/lincoln-county-schools-2025-26-retirees  We celebrate a remarkable group of individuals whose dedication, compassion, and hard work have significantly contributed to our schools and community with 1392 Collective Years Of Service.To our retirees — thank you for the many lives yo... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lincoln-county-schools-2025-26-retirees-40248.jpg LCS@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln County Schools) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/lincoln-county-schools-2025-26-retirees Fri, 29 May 2026 17:09:39 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/city-of-newton-notice-of-discharge-of-untreated-sewage  The City of Newton experienced a discharge of untreated wastewater from the wastewater collection system of an estimated 24,295 gallons from about 9:50 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. May 28. The discharge occurred at 1425 West N.C. 10 and was caused by a p... Classified https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/city-of-newton-public-notice-69852.jpg africk@newtonnc.gov (City of Newton) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/city-of-newton-notice-of-discharge-of-untreated-sewage Fri, 29 May 2026 16:20:51 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/five-suspects-face-fentanyl-charges  CHARLOTTE––Five men were charged Wednesday with federal drug-trafficking and gun charges.According to spokeswoman Lia Bantavani of the Western North Carolina District of the United States Attorney’s Office, this comes as the r... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/fentanyl-doj-24549.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/five-suspects-face-fentanyl-charges Fri, 29 May 2026 10:26:22 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/convicted-felon-gets-22-years-in-prison  ASHEVILLE––A previously-convicted felon was sentenced Thursday, getting 22 years in prison.According to spokeswoman Lia Bantavani of the Western North Carolina District of the United States Attorney’s Office, John Anthony Barr... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/meth-trafficking-59525.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/convicted-felon-gets-22-years-in-prison Fri, 29 May 2026 01:51:00 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/life-wasnt-meant-to-be-this-noisy I'm pretty sure after technology took over the planet, for me, starting in the early 90's... peace and quiet packed their bags and slipped out the back door while nobody was looking. Just checking email now has become a constant thorn because most of... Features https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/lisa-harper-musings-81562.jpg momtocam@gmail.com (Lisa Harper) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/life-wasnt-meant-to-be-this-noisy Thu, 28 May 2026 16:17:05 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-may-29-1-peter-48  Bible Verse Of The Day May 29 – 1 Peter 4:8  Above all, let your love for one another be intense, because love covers a multitude of sins. Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-spring-16806.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-may-29-1-peter-48 Sun, 17 May 2026 14:53:19 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/lincolnton-police-dept-seeks-missing-man LINCOLNTON––The Lincolnton Police Department is seeking the public’s help to find a missing man.According to a Thursday statement from the LPD, Tony Maddox, 70, was last seen Tuesday at about 8 a.m. on Nelson Drive in Lincolnton. An... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/tony-maddox-13834.jpg thomaslark68@gmail.com (Editor , Thomas) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/lincolnton-police-dept-seeks-missing-man Thu, 28 May 2026 21:35:45 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/marie-bowman-scronce  NEWTON, N.C.—Marie Bowman Scronce of Newton, at the age of 89 passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Catawba Valley Medical Center. Born October 31, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Harrison Bowman and Eva Mauney.She was known t... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obit-woman-4940.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/marie-bowman-scronce Thu, 28 May 2026 16:08:41 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/pansy-louise-easter-littlejohn  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Evangelist Pansy Louise Easter Littlejohn, 87, of Lincolnton, North Carolina made a peaceful transition on Friday, May 22, 2026 at her home.She was born in Lincoln County, North Carolina on September 10, 1938 to the late ... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obit-woman-54879.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/pansy-louise-easter-littlejohn Thu, 28 May 2026 16:06:07 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/sherry-kay-anthony-morales  CHERRYVILLE, N.C.—Sherry Kay Anthony Morales, age 77, of Cherryville, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Caromont Regional Medical Center. Sherry was born July 18, 1948, in Gaston County, to the late Alton and Dorothy Watts Anth... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obits-woman-63110.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/sherry-kay-anthony-morales Thu, 28 May 2026 16:03:43 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/wilbert-dean-smith  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Mr. Wilbert Dean Smith, 59, of Lincolnton, North Carolina transitioned on Friday, May 15, 2026 at Atrium Health Main – Charlotte, North CarolinaHe was born in Gaston County, North Carolina on June 1, 1966 to the lat... Obituaries https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/obit-man-12169.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/wilbert-dean-smith Thu, 28 May 2026 16:01:20 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/nlms-teacher-named-2026-27-belk-foundation-honored-educator-scholar  LINCOLNTON, N.C.—Lincoln County Schools is proud to announce that Dr. Laurie Dymes of North Lincoln Middle School has been named a 2026–2027 Belk Foundation Honored Educator Scholar through the North Carolina Center for the Advancem... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/dr-laurie-dymes-32506.jpg LCS@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln County Schools) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/nlms-teacher-named-2026-27-belk-foundation-honored-educator-scholar Thu, 28 May 2026 15:57:33 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-may-28-proverbs-121  Bible Verse Of The Day May 28 – Proverbs 12:1 "Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid." Religion https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/bible-verse-spring-57124.jpg https://www.ugfunding.com/story/bible-verse-of-the-day-may-28-proverbs-121 Sun, 17 May 2026 14:48:00 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/sarah-wright-is-elhs-valedictorian-for-26  DENVER––Invest in yourself.That is, in part, the advice of Sarah Wright to her fellow graduates in the class of 2026, as well as to the younger students of the Lincoln County Schools. According to East Lincoln High counsellor Michel... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/east-lincoln-class-2006-34512.jpg thomaslark68@gmail.com (Editor , Thomas) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/sarah-wright-is-elhs-valedictorian-for-26 Wed, 27 May 2026 22:15:06 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/gcpd-lcso-officers-more-hold-joint-training  GASTONIA––Law-enforcement personnel are always engaged in constant training.Honing their skills makes them serve their communities even better. And so it was that Thursday, the Gaston County Police Department hosted a joint crisis-n... News https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/joint-training-57132.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/gcpd-lcso-officers-more-hold-joint-training Wed, 27 May 2026 18:53:26 -0400 https://www.ugfunding.com/story/parlier-poropat-win-health-dept-essay-contest  LINCOLNTON––They’re showing a healthy interest in public health.They’re Clara Parlier of Lincolnton High School and Gavin Poropat of North Lincoln High, and according to Lincoln County Health Department spokeswoman Matti... Community https://lincolnherald.b-cdn.net/public/essay-contest-71345.jpg lh@lincolnherald.com (Lincoln Herald Staff) https://www.ugfunding.com/story/parlier-poropat-win-health-dept-essay-contest Wed, 27 May 2026 10:40:25 -0400