The Catawba County Library is pleased to welcome local author and columnist Tommy Tomlinson for a meet-the-author event sponsored by the Friends of the Sherrills Ford-Terrell Library. The program takes place Tuesday, October 15 at 6:30 pm at Rehobeth United Methodist Church (9297 Sherrills Ford Road, Terrell, NC 28682) and is free and open to the public. Tomlinson will be speaking about his recently published memoir,… View More
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If you’ve ever googled a medical condition or concern, you know that the results you get can either be lackluster or terrifying. It’s difficult to locate an online source that’s reputable and trustworthy. However, thanks to its new, user-friendly technology and solid credentials, MedlinePlus provides up-to-date information about 1,000+ health topics, drugs and supplements, and medical tests. It also supplies video tutorials,… View More
The Sheriff's Office would like to say a big thank you to Susan Buchanan and Sandra Shufelt. These two ladies made a donation to cover the cost of purchasing ballistic vests for our two K9's. Words can't say enough, but we thank you and the K9's thank… View More
Catawba County Public Health Assistant Director Jennifer McCracken was named Interim Director by the Catawba County Board of Health October 14. McCracken will begin serving in this role October 24 following the departure of current director Doug Urland. As Interim Director, McCracken will provide organizational leadership for Public Health while the Board of Health conducts a search for a new director. McCracken joined Public… View More
In the midst of Halloween festivities, children’s safety measures often get a shout-out as well. Road and sidewalk safety, nighttime visibility, and individually-wrapped treats are included in the mix of cautions and precautions. Car seat safety is also worthy of attention, and the library will be offering a special program to help families ensure that their children are riding safely. We’re partnering with… View More
Catawba County Communications & Marketing Strategist Paul Foster has been named Catawba County’s 2019 Employee of the Year. Foster earned distinction for his work assisting residents through the County’s social media platforms, which has significantly increased citizen awareness of and engagement in County news and information. Foster received the honor during the County’s Employee Awards luncheon October 16 at Catawba… View More
Medicare plans can change each year. During open enrollment – which takes place from October 15 through December 7 this year – people have the opportunity to change their coverage to something that better suits their current circumstances. Understanding Medicare’s various options, along with their terminology and time frames, can be daunting, especially if you don’t deal with the… View More
From: Sheriff Don Brown Catawba County LOCAL SHERIFF OFFERS TIPS FOR A SAFE HALLOWEEN Soon our streets will be scattered with little ghosts, goblins, and witches trick-or-treating this Halloween. “Halloween should be filled with surprise and enjoyment and following some common sense practices can keep events safer and more fun,” said Sheriff Brown of Catawba County. The Sheriff reminds all Catawba County residents… View More
Senior Nutrition Services, a division of Catawba County Social Services, has received a 2019 LGFCU Excellence in Innovation Award from the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) for a web-based route mapping application developed for Meals on Wheels of Catawba County by Senior Nutrition Services and the county’s Geospatial Information Services (GIS) division. The award was presented to Senior Nutrition Services… View More
If you’re a small business owner, chances are your dollars are devoted to the most pressing needs first. While you’re putting everything into establishing a firm footing, you might not have disposable funds left to refine your business goals through consultants and other third-party means. That doesn’t mean, however, that you’re automatically left adrift with just your own instincts. The library offers a variety of tools… View More