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Piedmont Lithium Q2 Report: Tennessee Project Shifts To Gaston

By Wise News Network | 09/06/2024
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Possible Meteor Streaks Across Western NC Sky

By Wise News Network | 08/31/2024
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Public Meeting in Cherryville To Discuss Opioid Settlement Funds

By Wise News Network | 08/29/2024
Street view of the Cherryville Historical Museum, Cherryville, N.C.,Thursday 8/17/2023 By Mason Beam (WNN)

CHERRYVILLE HISTORICAL MUSEUM HANGS IN THE BALANCE

By Wise News Network | 08/28/2024
Wise News reporter, Jermaine Gash, interviewing Pastor Moses Colbert in front of the Faith, Hope, Love and Community Enrichment Ministries. The church hosted a fundraising event, put on by the Royal Priesthood Motorcycle Ministries - Pursuit chapter, to raise money for a homeless encampment that resides on the churches grounds. Saturday, 8/26/23, By Mason Beam, WNN.

COMMUNITY SUPPORTS HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT AMID IMPENDING CLOSURE.

By Wise News Network | 08/28/2024
Ironmen Head Coach Patrick Bowman (L), his wife Sydney with newborn daughter (C), and Coach Lee Roy Montgomery (R) celebrating at Rudisill Stadium, Cherryville NC. August 23rd, 2024 (FB-Amy Harris Bowman Bailey)

Bowman Gets First CHS Ironmen Win with New Home Game Experience

By Wise News Network | 08/27/2024
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Mountain Mysteries: The Judaculla Petroglyphs

By Wise News Network | 08/27/2024
The original sliding barn door of the building placed on the new Cherry Pit patio - painted by Cherryville artist Gary Freeman, August 20th, 2024 by Mason Beam (WNN)

Cherryville Gets A Bar and Grill Restaurant: Cherry Pit Now Open

By Wise News Network | 08/24/2024
Larry Wright's first day at the City of Cherryville NC on August 8th, 1994 with the Waste Water Department - Left to Right - Larry Wright, David Woods, Roger Harrelson, Henry Harbinson and Bob Shull - (photo provided by Larry Wright)

Wright Retiring After 30 Years: Cherryville Council Acts on Items

By Wise News Network | 08/23/2024
Todd Landers and his wife Donna from Bessemer City, NC - Veterans Field at Keeter Stadium, Shelby NC 8-20-2024 by Roger Sigmon (WNN)

Fans of the 2024 American Legion World Series

By Wise News Network | 08/22/2024
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1945 Shelby Post 82 Champion Honored: Living Legend Loy Paige

By Wise News Network | 08/21/2024
Championship Tuesday August 20th, 2024 (ALWS)

The 2024 American Legion World Series Championship Game

By Wise News Network | 08/21/2024
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A Look Behind The Radio Microphones Of The 2024 ALWS

By Wise News Network | 08/20/2024
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Championship Game Set for 2024 American Legion World Series

By Wise News Network | 08/20/2024
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Semifinals are Set for the 2024 American Legion World Series

By Wise News Network | 08/19/2024
2024 American Legion World Series Team Bracket Board - Veterans Field at Keeter Stadium, Shelby NC 8-17-2024 by Roger Sigmon (WNN)

Day 3 Recap Of The 2024 American Legion World Series

By Wise News Network | 08/18/2024
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Volunteers Make The American Legion World Series An Experience

By Wise News Network | 08/18/2024
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Highlighting the Players of the 2024 American Legion World Series

By Wise News Network | 08/17/2024
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The 2024 American Legion World Series Day 2 Extends Into Day 3

By Wise News Network | 08/17/2024
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Day One Recap Of The 2024 American Legion World Series

By Wise News Network | 08/16/2024
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Rick Walker Retires From The Automotive Repair Business

By Wise News Network | 08/16/2024
Flyer for the 2024 American Legion World Series in Shelby, NC, from August 15 to 20, including a list of daily events from August 13 to 20.

Meet the Teams of the 2024 American Legion World Series

By Wise News Network | 08/15/2024
Piedmont Lithium logo featuring the company name in bold, dark blue letters with a green arc above it.

Piedmont Lithium Q2 Report: Tennessee Project Shifts to Gaston

By Wise News Network | 08/13/2024
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NC Dove Hunting Season Opens September 2nd 2024

By Wise News Network | 08/12/2024
A car drives through a large puddle on a wet road, creating a splash. The sky is overcast, and there are other vehicles and greenery around. A speed limit sign and billboard are visible.

Tropical Storm Debby Leaves Cherryville Area Wet

By Wise News Network | 08/09/2024
Police officers and community members gather in a room for a meal during the National Night Out event, with food being served by volunteers at a buffet table. National Night Out logo is displayed.

Cherryville’s First National Night Out a Success

By Wise News Network | 08/09/2024
A band performs on a stage with bright lights and a backdrop displaying "limpbizkit" in blue and purple hues, featuring two illustrated faces.

Gaston’s Limp Bizkit Lead Singer Durst Plays Anyway After Storms

By Wise News Network | 08/07/2024
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Netherlands Shocks USA: Ranlo NC Native is World Record Holder

By Wise News Network | 08/06/2024
A sign promoting "Disney's The Little Mermaid" by Cherryville Little Theatre with showtimes in August 2023, held at 301 West Academy Street, Cherryville.

Mermaid Sightings in Cherryville NC

By Wise News Network | 08/02/2024
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Cherryville’s Hudson and Davis Leave Indelible Marks in Community

By Wise News Network | 08/01/2024
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Lightning Hits Tree and Pool Fence; What Are Your Odds?

By Wise News Network | 07/30/2024
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CJA Jeeps Invade Cherryville

By Wise News Network | 07/27/2024
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Five Days of NC Legion Baseball, A Death and One Champion

By Wise News Network | 07/26/2024
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2024 NC Legion Baseball Hall of Fame Held With State Tournament

By Wise News Network | 07/25/2024
A group of people, mostly young men, stand on top of two fire trucks labeled "Boger City" and "Dallas." Some are wearing red and blue shirts. Trees and a blue sky are in the background.

Parade of Teams and Legion State Tournament Update

By Wise News Network | 07/23/2024
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President Biden Drops Out of Presidential Race; VP Harris to Run

By Wise News Network | 07/22/2024
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NC American Legion State Baseball Games Moved to Gastonia

By Wise News Network | 07/22/2024
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Little League International Issues Statement After Game Incident

By Wise News Network | 07/20/2024
Bracket layout for the 2024 North Carolina American Legion Senior Baseball State Tournament at John L. "Buck" Fraley Field, showing team matchups, dates, and game times.

Cherryville NC Kicks Off American Legion State Tournament

By Wise News Network | 07/19/2024
A baseball player in a light blue and white uniform with the number 49 pitches during a game, with an audience visible in the background.

Cherryville’s Pence Drafted By MLB Texas Rangers

By Wise News Network | 07/18/2024
A nighttime baseball game with players and umpires gathered near home plate. The scoreboard shows Gamechanger 10-1, 6 BCLL 15, o-5. The count is 1-2 with two outs, top of the fifth inning.

NC Little League Game Breaks Out in Fight Between Coach & Umpire

By Wise News Network | 07/18/2024
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Is It Hot Enough to Cook an Egg? WNN Puts Egg to the Test

By Wise News Network | 07/18/2024
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Cherryville Officially Opens Splash Pad: Now Open All Week

By Wise News Network | 07/17/2024
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Shooting at Trump Rally is Being Investigated Per AP

By Wise News Network | 07/14/2024
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Looking For Low-Cost Fun? A Baseball Festival May Be The Answer

By Wise News Network | 07/13/2024
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Expelled Student Added to Music Fest: With Eric Church and More

By Wise News Network | 07/11/2024
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Cherryville Council Meeting: Cats, Vultures, Burnt House and More

By Wise News Network | 07/11/2024
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Gaston’s Rising Star and Senior Kicked Out of School

By Wise News Network | 07/10/2024
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Cherryville’s Independence Day 2024 Event: A Hot Blast By All

By Wise News Network | 07/09/2024
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New Splash Pad Opens Just in Time for Summer Heat

By Wise News Network | 07/06/2024
Two police officers shake hands in front of a sign that reads "City of Cherryville, North Carolina." Both are wearing uniforms, the officer on the left in black and the officer on the right in white.

Cherryville Hires New Police Officer: City Increases Safety Spend

By Wise News Network | 07/05/2024
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Cherryville’s 2024 Independence Day Celebration on July 3rd

By Wise News Network | 07/02/2024
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Mission 22 Event a Success in Kings Mountain NC

By Wise News Network | 06/29/2024
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One Person Dead in Cherryville Crash

By Wise News Network | 06/28/2024
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Multiple Police Presence At Cherryville Home: Suspect Captured

By Wise News Network | 06/27/2024
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Cooling Station Now Open In Gastonia NC

By Wise News Network | 06/27/2024
A fenced-off public pool area with a splash pad, shade structures, and adjacent building under a partly cloudy sky.

Splash Pad to Be Free: Cherryville Council Discusses Other Topics

By Wise News Network | 06/27/2024
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Gaston County Manager Steps Down: New Manager Appointed

By Wise News Network | 06/26/2024
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High Heat Moves Into The Carolinas

By Wise News Network | 06/24/2024
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Cherryville’s School-Recreation Area Complex Gets Needed Repairs

By Wise News Network | 06/22/2024
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Multi-County Car Theft Chase Suspect Caught: Video of Capture

By Wise News Network | 06/22/2024
Image of a Distraint Warrant document marked with a "FAKE" stamp in red ink. The document details the notice and explains the consequences and actions related to non-payment of taxes. Total amount due is $24,135.68.

Beware of Tax Fraud Scheme in Gaston County

By Wise News Network | 06/20/2024
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Cherryville Shooting Suspect in Custody

By Wise News Network | 06/20/2024
A black geodesic sphere is on the left. A hot dog with various toppings is on the right. The text between them reads "Dyson Spheres vs. Hot DOGs.

Dyson Spheres or Hot DOGs? Checking Behind Project Hephaistos

By Wise News Network | 06/18/2024
Baseball player in a Carolina jersey (#49) energetically signals an out while another player slides into a base. Two people watch from the background.

Two NC Teams Make College World Series: Cherryville Player Shines

By Wise News Network | 06/14/2024
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Cherryville Hosts its Second Annual Juneteenth Celebration!

By Wise News Network | 06/14/2024
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Cherryville Approves 17.8 Million Budget; Keeps Electric Rate Low

By Wise News Network | 06/12/2024
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Planned Power Outage For Cherryville

By Wise News Network | 06/12/2024
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Cherryville Farmers Market Opens

By Wise News Network | 06/11/2024
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Letters to The Editor Now Accepted

By Wise News Network | 06/11/2024
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Lotta Burger Contest Winner Receives Cash Prize

By Wise News Network | 06/08/2024
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Calico Cluster Development: Public Information Reveals Issues

By Wise News Network | 06/07/2024
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Cherryville Lotta Burger Contest: Who is the Best?

By Wise News Network | 06/04/2024
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Cherryville ABC Store Consistently Top 3 in Gaston County

By Wise News Network | 05/31/2024
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Why Change the Zoning Ordinances? Other Topics Also Discussed

By Wise News Network | 05/30/2024
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Shriners Benefit Concert Festival: a Memorial Weekend Success

By Wise News Network | 05/27/2024
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Hippie Daze to Bloomfest: Summer With Dallas Lavender Lane Farm

By Wise News Network | 05/25/2024
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Veterans Stand Down: Meet NC’s Veteran Service Organizations

By Wise News Network | 05/24/2024
Announcement for Cherryville High School graduation at Rudisil Stadium on May 24th, 2024, 6:00 p.m., streamed live on YouTube by Wise News.

Cherryville High School 2024 Graduation to Be WNN LIVE Streamed

By Wise News Network | 05/23/2024
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Tekton Research: Accessible Clinical Trials in Cherryville

By Wise News Network | 05/22/2024
A smiling couple embraces on the cover of the album "Talk of the Town" by Darin and Brooke Aldridge.

Darin and Brooke’s Benefit Concert is the ‘Talk of the Town’

By Wise News Network | 05/18/2024
Three men are seated at a table in front of a backdrop labeled "Cherryville Ironmen." The man in the middle, wearing a blue suit, shakes hands with the man on the right, while the man on the left observes.

The Ironman Sword is Passed for CHS Athletics: New Ad Announced

By Wise News Network | 05/16/2024
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Cluster Home Ordinances Spark Debate; Other Topics Discussed

By Wise News Network | 05/15/2024
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Veterans Stand Down, Camp Centurion Steps Up

By Wise News Network | 05/13/2024
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Gaston County State of Emergency Lifted After Storm Recovery

By Wise News Network | 05/11/2024
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Learn, Grow and Connect With the Cherryville Library

By Wise News Network | 05/10/2024
A tree has fallen across a road, blocking the path. The tree is large, and branches and leaves are spread across the roadway and grass. Power lines are visible above.

Cherryville Reacts to the Severe Storms: Power Updates, and More

By Wise News Network | 05/10/2024
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Severe Storm Hits Gaston County: State of Emergency Issued

By Wise News Network | 05/09/2024
A person stands next to informational posters at a presentation for Piedmont Lithium, pointing towards a map showing the Carolina Tin-Spodumene Belt. They are holding rolled-up papers.

Piedmont Lithium Officially Obtains Mining Permit

By Wise News Network | 05/08/2024

From Cinco De Mayo to Mother’s Day: May Events in Gaston County

By Wise News Network | 05/04/2024
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Round Table Discussions: Piedmont Lithium Investigative Series

By Wise News Network | 05/03/2024
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City Council Discusses 2024-2025 Budget; Other Topics Discussed

By Wise News Network | 05/02/2024
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Four Officers Fatally Shot in Charlotte, N.C., Altercation

By Wise News Network | 04/30/2024
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20,000 Attendees Enjoy Cherryville’s Cherry Blossom Festival

By Wise News Network | 04/27/2024
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23rd Annual Beam Truck Museum Car Show Honors Cam Beam

By Wise News Network | 04/26/2024
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Dirty Grass Soul Band Blossoms in Cherryville

By Wise News Network | 04/24/2024
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One Bear Cub Injured, One Missing After Being Improperly Handle

By Wise News Network | 04/22/2024
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Local Art Display Empowers Young Children

By Wise News Network | 04/20/2024
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Cherryville Little League Hits Opening Day Out of the Park

By Wise News Network | 04/19/2024
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Jackie Robinson Day: How Integrated Sports Changed the World

By Wise News Network | 04/16/2024
Three people in a room observe a display on Piedmont Lithium's operations. One person gesturing towards the display, with multiple posters on a table and a company banner on the wall.

Piedmont Lithium Receives Mining Permit Approval

By Wise News Network | 04/15/2024
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Cheery-Ville Update: Incoming Eateries, Baseball News & More

By Wise News Network | 04/13/2024
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Historical Association Makes Progress; Other Topics Discussed

By Wise News Network | 04/10/2024
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Cherryville Reacts to the Eclipse

By Wise News Network | 04/09/2024
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Cherryville’s Blossoms: Spring in Full Swing!

By Wise News Network | 04/06/2024
Flyer for Teen Immunization Week from April 1-5, 2024. Vaccines required for 7th and 12th graders. Includes contact info for Gaston County Public Health and vaccine requirements.

Teen Immunization Week Comes to Gaston County

By Wise News Network | 04/02/2024
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Eye Witnesses Report Cherryville Bigfoot Sightings

By Wise News Network | 04/01/2024
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Former Crest High School Football Coach Moves to Cherryville High

By Wise News Network | 03/30/2024
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Last U.S. Eclipse Until 2044

By Wise News Network | 03/30/2024
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Purple Heart Homes and Partners Save Vet From Unsafe Living

By Wise News Network | 03/29/2024
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Why is Easter on Random Sundays?

By Wise News Network | 03/27/2024
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A Camper Explosion in Gaston County Leave Two Injured

By Wise News Network | 03/27/2024
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Main Street Champion: Mayor Beam’s Legacy

By Wise News Network | 03/22/2024
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Cherryville P.D. and A.L.E. Abate Local Drug Hotspot

By Wise News Network | 03/22/2024
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Bearded Villains Help a Local Hero: Life for a Disabled Veteran

By Wise News Network | 03/21/2024
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Cherryville Chamber of Commerce Warns Residents About Scammers

By Wise News Network | 03/21/2024
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Diesel Spill Causes Traffic Jam on I-85 North

By Wise News Network | 03/20/2024
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Mammogram Bus Makes Healthcare Accessible at Cherryville YMCA

By Wise News Network | 03/19/2024
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Noble Artistry Blossoms at Its Cherryville Location

By Wise News Network | 03/15/2024
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Duke University Investigates Water Quality in N.C. Lithium Belt

By Wise News Network | 03/14/2024
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Vernon Street Closure Paused Amid Dispute; Other Topics Discussed

By Wise News Network | 03/13/2024
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New Route Honors Officer Herndon’s Hometown in Memorial Jeep Ride

By Wise News Network | 03/12/2024
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Cleveland County Fire Under Investigation

By Wise News Network | 03/12/2024
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Cherryville’s Coach Pruitt Retires Leaving the Four F’s Legacy

By Wise News Network | 03/08/2024
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Taxi Service Combats Walkability Issues in Cherryville

By Wise News Network | 03/07/2024
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Fatal Shooting Leads to an Arrest and Rescue

By Wise News Network | 03/06/2024
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Which Restaurant Has the Best Lotta Burger?

By Wise News Network | 03/05/2024
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500 Gallon Cooking Oil Spill Causes Hazardous Road Conditions

By Wise News Network | 03/04/2024
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Community Service With a Smile: Butch Boyd’s Ymca Legacy

By Wise News Network | 03/02/2024
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City Council Nominates Historical Board; Other Topics Discussed

By Wise News Network | 02/29/2024
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Piedmont Lithium’s Plan of Action: Navigating Market Struggles

By Wise News Network | 02/28/2024
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Officer Involved in Fatal Crash After Nearby Shooting

By Wise News Network | 02/26/2024
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Advice for Future Reporters: Michael Powell Retires His News Cap

By Wise News Network | 02/24/2024
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Centurion Concepts: Empowering Communities Through Gun Safety

By Wise News Network | 02/23/2024
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Project Cinderella Provides Free Prom Dresses and Attire

By Wise News Network | 02/22/2024
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Massive Cellular and Internet Outage on 02/22

By Wise News Network | 02/22/2024
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Camper Fire in Cherryville

By Wise News Network | 02/20/2024
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Vultures Loom to Prey on Injured Doodle-Mix “Bentley”

By Wise News Network | 02/20/2024
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Cherryville Gets a New Parks and Recreation Director

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By Wise News Network | 01/27/2024
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