USA Today2d
North Fork Fire in McDowell County grows to 200 acres; Crooked Creek Fire 100% contained
As of 4:30 p.m. Jan. 30, the North Carolina Forest Service confirmed that the Crooked Creek Fire, which burned 220 acres in McDowell County, is 100% contained. The fire was caused by a fallen ...
The McDowell News2d
Apartment project in vacant Marion hotel stalled; city working on plan for abandoned condos
Work has slowed on plans to renovate the former Hotel James in Marion into upscale apartments and retail space, but the city ...
WYFF3d
One suspect arrested, another wanted after bomb threat at McDowell County Courthouse, deputies say
The McDowell County Sheriff's Office said one person was arrested and another is wanted in connection with a bomb threat at ...
West Virginia MetroNews1d
“We’ll make it,” McDowell County town of Gary drying out, cleaning up from Tug Fork River flood
GARY, W.Va. — Flood damage in McDowell County is widespread. It’s not just Welch but it’s most every other community that saw damage from last weekend’s flood including the town of Gary. Situated ...
WYFF5d
McDowell County Courthouse reopens after second bomb threat cleared; investigation continues
UPDATE at 11:48 a.m.: The McDowell County Courthouse has been cleared and no threat was found. The courthouse is now open to ...
The McDowell News3d
Snow falls in McDowell County, schools canceled for Wednesday
Both McDowell County Schools and McDowell Technical Community College canceled classes for Wednesday. 'Saturday Night Live' ...
West Virginia MetroNews5d
Morrisey confirms flood-related death; parts of McDowell, Mercer counties still cut off by high water
“It’s in the Coney Island area of McDowell County here at the intersection of Route 52 and state Route 103,” McDowell County Commissioner Michael Brooks said Monday on MetroNews “Talkline.