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Labor Commissioner Issues Statement on Supreme Court Vaccine Mandate Ruling
MEDIA STATEMENT Labor Commissioner Josh Dobson released the following statement regarding the action by the U.S. Supreme Court to halt the Biden administration’s vaccine mandate: “... The U.S. Supreme Court halted the Biden administration’s attempt to force employers to require COVID-19 vaccines or testing as a condition of employment. In its opinion today, the Court found that the federal government lacked the statutory authority to impose the mandate. Given the strongly worded ruling, I hope that the
Rock 'n' Roller 2022 Old Fort Edition
A new Spring event to showcase why cyclists from all over the U.S. and internationally come to McDowell County, North Carolina. The Rock n Roller raises funds for the Fonta Flora State Trail development that will connect three counties with nearly 100 miles of contiguous trails. The McDowell Trails Association, a non-profit organization that partners with local and state governments, agencies, clubs, and associations to create greenways, blueways, and non-motorized trails to promote health, recreation,
McDowell Endowment Grant Opportunity
The 2022 cycle of The McDowell Endowment grant program is now open for applications. The McDowell Endowment seeks to improve the quality of life in McDowell County by supporting projects that benefit its communities and residents. Grants of up to $5,000 are available to nonprofit organizations and public agencies for charitable purposes, including programmatic needs and operating expenses. The online grant application deadline is 5 p.m. on Tuesday, February 1, 2022. If an organization other than
Workplace Injury and Illness Rate Continues to Decline
Raleigh—New figures released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Labor, show the nonfatal workplace injury and illness rate for North Carolina’s private industry remains at a historic low for 2020 with a rate of 2.1 cases per 100 full-time workers. This represents a decline from the 2019 rate of 2.3 and is significantly lower than the national rate of 2.7. North Carolina’s rate for private industry is the fourth lowest in the nation and is the lowest rate among
Garden Symposium For 2022
By Molly Sandfoss Before your 2022 calendar fills up, please save the date for Good Earth Gardening, a garden symposium presented by McDowell Master Gardener volunteers. Good Earth Gardening will be on Saturday, March 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the McDowell County Senior Center, 100 Spaulding Road, Marion. A catered lunch will be served. Presenters include Craig LeHouillier, who has a passion for growing heirloom tomatoes. He has been known as NC Tomatoman. Craig will be presenting, “Epic Tomatoes from your
Dobson Releases Statement on State Budget Bill
Labor Commissioner Josh Dobson released the following statement regarding this week’s passage of the state budget bill: “I commend the North Carolina General Assembly for passing the biennial state budget earlier this week, and Governor Cooper for signing the budget into law shortly thereafter. House and Senate leadership, as well as the Governor’s Office, worked diligently over the past several months to come up with a plan that – while not perfect – will ultimately benefit North Carolinians. I am
Member Monday-RDM Industrial Electronics
Member Monday By Tina M. Wolfe In the land of plenty the imitable American Dream is often thrown around in motivational speeches and promotional advertisements like candy being tossed out at a Christmas parade. While the Dream is dangled like a carrot hinting at immediate gratification, there are thousands of decisive moments and millions of actions (sometimes over generations) that must happen to culminate in solid, scalable business success. RDM Industrial Electronics, Inc. is a study in achieving
NC Department of Labor Responds to Vaccine Mandate
Release: Immediate Contact: Jennifer Haigwood Date: Nov. 4, 2021 Phone: 919-707-7705 MEDIA STATEMENT *UPDATE: Following the recent Circuit Court ruling, Dobson issues additional statement: "Labor Commissioner Josh Dobson released the following statement regarding the action by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit to stay the
Mission Hospital McDowell to Expand
New tower to add 11 additional beds and space to meet future community needs Marion, N.C. (August 13, 2021) – Mission Health is proud to announce the expansion of Mission Hospital McDowell. With $20 Million in funding from HCA Healthcare, the expansion of our current state-of-the-art facility in McDowell will ensure the continued support of the healthcare needs of our community. “Mission Hospital McDowell was designed to serve this community’s unique and growing healthcare needs and this expansion will
Old Fort Steers Its Resurgence Forward
Change is inevitable. In the last few years we've all seen plenty of change sweep through our communities. Getting ahead of that change and helping to steer it in a healthy and sustainable direction is what the people of Old Fort are doing. The town has been attractive to Asheville's overflow for some time now. Seeing the possibility for growth, jobs, and all the benefits that come along with that, a unique coalition has been working hand-in-hand to guide and influence this small towns resurgence.
Member Monday: Painter's Greenhouse
By Tina M. Wolfe To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow—Audrey Hepburn Growth requires patience and great intention; just ask Dana Owen, the owner, along with her parents Deenie and Brad Owen, of Painter’s Greenhouse in Old Fort. The size alone is enough to get any greenie excited. When I learned that the Owens work year round to start, sow, and grow more than 1,000 species and varieties of plants covering more than 100K square feet of space, my respect for their knowledge, perseverance, and
Fire and Ice Shines Brightly
By Tina M. Wolfe It was the summer of 1976 in a typical American town of Pennsylvania. Young Frank Nederostek, the only child of hard-working, first-generation Americans, had a decision to make. Like every other graduating senior in history, he needed to figure out what he was going to do after school. His father, taking his parental duties to heart, took young Frank with him to the cement mill where he had spent his entire career. “I’ll never forget those days,” recalls Frank, owner of Fire and Ice
MEMBER MONDAY-THE SCIENCE OF NATURE
By Tina M. Wolfe The Science of Nature In an unassuming building on U.S. Hwy. 221 N there have occurred what some call miracles. People that have entered its doors have been transformed and have become true believers. This, however, isn’t a religious organization. No, in fact, the business, Earth Heart, is all about the Science of Nature! Co-owners Debra Richardson and Cindy Conner are trained and educated in the science of natural and herbal remedies, alternative health products, and nature’s
How to Get More People to Your Website
By Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead with Tina Wolfe In 2016, a staggering 209.6 million people in the U.S. browsed products, compared priced, and bought items online. Having a website to showcase your services or products is pivotal in remaining commercially competitive in the 21st century. That said, if nobody is visiting your website to browse your products or services, it might as well not exist. Take a look at the following 25 ways to get more people to your website.Use Social Media to Attract
Chamber Awards $3,500 in Scholarships
The McDowell Chamber provides scholarships to nine Student LINC participants.Chamber board member Amy Johnson was honored to present local high school students and participants of our Student LINC program with a total of $3,500 in scholarships on Tuesday, June 5, 2018. Recipients Alyson Blackwelder, Jarrett Cothron, Cameron Crater, and Jennifer Smelcer each won a $500 scholarship to the school of their choice. The $300 scholarship winners included Candela Anderson, Taylor Buchanan, Carlos Lopez, Reagan
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