Tougher identification laws go into effect soon, but more driver’s license offices will open earlier starting in April.

MONROE – Union County Fire Marshal Jon Williams lifted a local burn ban following the North Carolina Forest Service’s decision to end the statewide burn ban implemented on March 21.

MONROE COUNTY — 2025 is a big year for bridge work in Monroe County. Ten bridges will be renovated. Two new pedestrian bridges will be built. Some work has already begun.

North Carolina Senate Republicans chose a new majority leader on Tuesday, elevating a veteran lawmaker who has won close ...

Conley McIntyre creates the best tasty atmospheres for his customers through his franchise restaurant, Eggs Up Grill.

Linda Sharon Ellis Coleman, 74, of Monroe, NC, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025. She was born in Martinsville, VA, on ...

Happy April and welcome back to the Huddle, our notes column for North Carolina high school football. Today, we'll take a ...

Last week, Union County Commissioners voted to ban events deemed “obscene” or “sexualized,” in county-run parks. While the decision has sparked concerns it may be aimed at Pride events, Union County ...

Senators confirmed the appointment of former Rep. Dan Bishop to the position of deputy director of budget for the Office of ...

N.C. Forest Service has issued a statewide burn ban while three substantial, uncontained wildfires prompt mandatory ...

MONROE – Union County Fire Marshal Jon Williams is enacting a local burn ban, prohibiting all outdoor burning within 100 feet of an occupied home, due to increased fire risk.

Local leaders approved economic incentive grants for the electrical manufacturing facility, which plans to invest up to $10 ...