Drain Catawba

03/11/2023

The County GOP endorsed the following candidates for the Newton Council race. Your thoughts?

28/08/2023

The Following information was obtained from the Catawba County School system in regard to the Soldier's Parade. I find it interesting that band director does not respond to email request for months, then responds quickly after the media reports about it.

13/08/2023

Once again, are school administration does nothing to bring back a great tradition.

“It’s going to be bigger and better than last year,” Soldiers Reunion Executive Committee Chairman Yerby Ray said, adding this year’s event will have more vendors and parade entries. “We’ve

28/07/2023

City of Hickory, Always claimed that the taxpayer "would be made whole". I guess we've got at least 745K dollars to go.

Gilham was referred to the board in 2022 by an engineer who reviewed the collapse of the arches and faulted Gilham for “inadequate structural design” of the arches.

24/07/2023

Committee has addressed concerns about time of the day, access to bathrooms, and I’ve heard they offered money for the bands to come. What excuse is the school system going to have for not attending this year.

With less than a month to go before the Soldiers Reunion in Newton, the Newton-Conover High School band is the only high school band to have committed to take part

22/07/2023

Final candidates for Newton elections.

13/07/2023

Open, and free for the rest of the season.

The summer days are sizzling, but we know how to help! The Newton Parks and Recreation Department Splash Pad is officially open now through Labor Day!

Monday - Saturday: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Admission to the splash pad is free for the 2023 season. Concessions such as ice cream, candy, snacks, and soft drinks are available for purchase. The maximum capacity of the splash pad is 75 people.

To learn more, please visit www.newtonnc.gov/splashpad

11/07/2023

For everyone wondering what is causing the shutdown at the pool here are the communications between the vendors, city of Newton, and Catawba county on trying to solve the problem. If someone has a good answer for them give them a call.

11/07/2023

Show up, and let the council know how they are failing their constituents.

Welcome to City of Newton, North Carolina

10/07/2023

Makes perfect sense, Right??

10/07/2023

🎉🗳️ **Catawba County Elections Announcement** 🗳️🎉

Hello, fellow Catawba County residents! As the coming November draws near, it's time to get familiar with the candidates vying for elected positions in our wonderful communities. here are the following nominees:

➡️ **Town of Brookford - Aldermen**:
- James F. Weaver, Republican
- Sue Noblitt, Unaffiliated

➡️ **Town of Catawba - Councilmen**:
- Carroll L. Yount, Republican

➡️ **City of Conover - Councilmen**:
- Bruce R. Eckard (Incumbent), Republican
- Joie Fulbright (Incumbent), Republican

➡️ **Town of Maiden - Councilmen**:
- Danny Lee Kiser, Unaffiliated
- Fore Rembert, Unaffiliated
- Holly Crafton-Lay (Incumbent), Democrat

➡️ **City of Newton - Mayor**:
- Jerry T. Hodge (Current Councilman), Republican
- Jeff Allen, Republican

➡️ **City of Hickory - Aldermen**
- Ward 01: Tony Wood (Incumbent), Republican
- Ward 02: Charlotte Williams (Incumbent), Democrat
- Ward 03: Daria Jackson, Democrat

Remember, your vote is your voice! Elected positions up for grabs this November include Aldermen for Ward 1, 2, and 3 in the City of Hickory, 2 Aldermen for the Town of Brookford, Mayor and 2 Councilmen for the Town of Catawba, 3 Councilmen each for the City of Claremont and City of Conover, Aldermen for Wards 1, 3, and 4 in the Town of Longview, Mayor and 3 Councilmen for the Town of Maiden, and Mayor and 3 Councilmen for the City of Newton.

Stay tuned for more updates as we gear up for the upcoming elections. Together, we can make our towns even stronger. 🇺🇸

07/07/2023

📣 Attention Catawba County! 🏢

Are you ready for a change? Do you believe in the power of local government to make a difference in our communities? If so, we have an important announcement to make: Municipal Candidate Filing for the upcoming elections is just around the corner!

From noon on July 7th to noon on July 21st, qualified candidates will have the opportunity to file for various positions in municipalities across Catawba County. This is your chance to step up and be a voice for change in your community. We need dedicated and passionate individuals who care about our cities and towns to run for office!

Just take a look at the positions available:

🏙 City of Hickory - Aldermen for Ward 1, 2, and 3
🏡 Town of Brookford - 2 Aldermen
🏢 Town of Catawba - Mayor and 2 Councilmen
🌆 City of Claremont - 3 Councilmen
🏛 City of Conover - 3 Councilmen
🏘 Town of Longview - Aldermen for Wards 1, 3, and 4
🌳 Town of Maiden - Mayor and 3 Councilmen
🏢 City of Newton - Mayor and 3 Councilmen

If you have the vision, skills, and dedication to make a positive impact in Catawba County, now is the time to step forward and file your candidacy. Our communities need leaders who will prioritize the needs and concerns of its residents, provide transparent and accountable governance, and work towards a brighter future for all.

Don't let this opportunity slip away! Spread the word, encourage qualified individuals to file for candidacy, and let's ensure that our local governments are filled with competent and committed leaders.

Together, we can build stronger and more vibrant communities in Catawba County. Let's make a difference together!

🗓 July 7th - July 21st 📥
📍 Various Municipalities in Catawba County

06/07/2023

📢CALL TO ACTION: ATTEND THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING! 📢

Attention, Newton residents! It's time to take a stand and have our voices heard. The next City Council Meeting is scheduled for July 11th, and we need every concerned citizen to attend and demand answers from our elected officials.

We cannot sit idly by while our city suffers from the failures and mismanagement of the current Newton City Council. They have raised our taxes, reduced essential services like curbside recycling, and allowed our recreational facilities to remain closed for years.

If you're tired of paying more for less, frustrated with the lack of accountability, and fed up with broken promises, join us at the City Council Meeting on July 11th. Let's fill the room with concerned citizens who want real change and demand better for our community.

Remember, we have the power to make a difference. Together, we can hold our elected officials accountable and ensure that Newton thrives once again.

Spread the word, invite your friends and neighbors, and let's make a united front at the upcoming City Council Meeting. Our voices matter, and it's time for them to be heard!

04/07/2023

03/07/2023

What is the value in living in Newton

Odin Famiglietti was indignant as he stood outside the gates of Newton’s splash pad.

28/06/2023

No splash pad, no pool, no more curbside recycling, but a large tax increase and more homeless in the area. Why would anyone choose to come to Newton?

03/03/2022

Looks like this is about to get interesting.

The city of Hickory has retained the services of a Charlotte-based law firm in the wake of the collapse of the City Walk arches.

04/02/2022

So, the commissioners are saying they have no idea of what’s going on. Doesn’t that just mean we need to elect ones that can at least give us more than “I don’t know”

Catawba County leaders had little to say about a county employee being charged in a bribery scheme.

03/02/2022

The corruption continues to run deeper and deeper. Between this and the Register of Deeds allegations, are we sure our community resources are being watched over closely.

We need more transparency and disclosure on what has happened with this. What does our local government know, and are they telling us?

Catawba County’s former utilities director was wined and dined to the tune of more than $40,000 by a contractor doing business with the county, according to federal court documents released

15/01/2022

I wonder why he chose to resign, and who will be replacing him. Hopefully not at a salary of 250k

Catawba County Manager Mick Berry has announced plans to retire at the conclusion of the county’s current fiscal year, effective June 30, 2022. Berry’s career in public service has spanned more than 30 years, nearly 20 of which were with Catawba County. Read more at https://catawbacountync.gov/news/county-manager-berry-to-retire/

15/12/2021

Over the past few years in Catawba County our leaders have.

-- Arrested for embezzlement -- Register of Deeds
-- Convicted of Stalking -- Former Sheriff Candidate
-- Sued for Sexual Misconduct -- Former DA
-- Taken Campaign Contributions from a man convicted of Bribing Asheville public officials -- 2 County Commissioners

When are we going to start voting in trustworthy men and women into office here?

08/12/2021

The County commissioners do have the ability to replace the Register of Deeds. Lets hope they make the right decision.

Detectives said Donna Spencer stole more than $100,000 from the county.

07/12/2021

Breaking News -- People warned everyone in the last election that she wasnt fit for office. Looks like they were right.

Breaking Newton- the Catawba County Register of Deeds has just been arrested for embezzlement of a public office. She’s locked up in the jail under a 9900 dollar bond. Watch channel 9 for updates on this developing story.

03/12/2021

Patty Cook will challenge Kim Richards Sigmon in the Republican Primary for Clerk of Court.

11/11/2021

Don Brown will have a primary challenge in the 2022 election

11/12/2020

It should be known that two organizations that are associated with two County Commissioners up for election in 2022, took significant PPP dollars.

The Green Room Theater took $61,800 dollars for the program. Its long time Executive Director is Commissioner Sherry Butler.

Sigmon and Isenhower Law Offices took $49,900. One of the Partners is Current Chairman Randy Isenhower.

Would like to know the publics thoughts on this.

26/10/2020

Catawba County Sample Ballot - Go out and let your voice be heard.

25/10/2020

Looks like 2022 election season has already began