š± Lincolnton honors Chief Greene as he retires after 30 years
Lincolnton, North Carolina Patch AM: a 4 min readMorning Lincolnton! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- Lincolnton honors Chief Greene as he retires after 30 years
- Lincolntonās playoff rematch brings Mountain Heritage back into focus
- Regional arrest roundup includes two Lincolnton residents
Also on today's calendar: Board of County Commissioners Meeting and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? š¤ (Answer below!)
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š° News we're reading
ā¢ City says goodbye to PD Chief, recognizes City Clerk Ingram (lincolntimesnews.com) ā Lincolnton formally said goodbye to Police Chief Brian Greene at the Nov. 5 council meeting, honoring his 30 years with the department. Mayor Ed Hatley said Greeneās departure leaves a major vacancy, while Greene credited his colleagues for their support. Council also recognized City Clerk Daphne Ingramās Master Municipal Clerk certification. 
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ā¢ Second round state playoff preview, picks for Gaston, Cleveland and Lincoln football (starnewsonline.com subscription) ā Lincolnton faces Mountain Heritage again in the state football playoffs after winning last fallās meeting by a single point, 37-36. The eighth-seeded Wolves enter the second round at 7-3, with an offense averaging 44.4 points per game. Mountain Heritageās rushing attack presents a test for a Lincolnton defense that has struggled against the run. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Eagle Arrests (lincolntimesnews.com) ā Two Lincolnton residents appear in a regional arrest roundup covering September and early October. Andrew Louis Baldwin, 20, was charged with vehicle break-in, firearm larceny and conspiracy offenses, with bond set at $100,000. Todd Vernon Shelton, 52, faces impaired-driving and expired-registration charges, with a $5,000 unsecured bond. Ā Ā Ā
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Wellness on The Square ā
1 Court Square, Lincolnton
7:00 am
Saturday November 14
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Other local events
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Board of County Commissioners Meeting ā
353 N. Generals Blvd., Lincolnton
10:00 am -
Board of Adjustment and Planning Board Meetings ā
Council Chambers, 114 W Sycamore St., Lincolnton
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Environmental Review Board ā
James W. Warren Citizens Center, Lincolnton
3:00 pm -
Michael Cansler Music at City Cellar, Lincolnton, NC ā
City Cellar, Lincolnton, NC, 409 E Main St, Lincolnton
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Historic Preservation Commission ā
115 West Main Street, Lincolnton
4:00 pm -
Live on the Square! ā
1 Court Square, Lincolnton
6:30 pm -
Wellness on The Square ā
1 Court Square, Lincolnton
7:00 am -
Food Pantry Preparation ā
231 Hershel Lackey Rd, Lincolnton
10:00 am -
Food Pasntry Drive Through ā
231 Hershel Lackey Rd, Lincolnton
10:00 am -
Board of Adjustment Meeting ā
353 N. Generals Blvd., Lincolnton
6:30 pm
Monday November 16
Tuesday November 17
Wednesday November 18
Thursday November 19
Friday November 20
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Sunday November 22
Monday November 23
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Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Meeting ā
Lincoln County Calendar, 1136 E. Main Street, Lincolnton
12:30 pm
Wednesday November 11
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Downsizing at my rabbity!
3 beautiful rabbits will need a new home! The holland lop is super friendly and would do great in a family home. The other two will need to be workedā¦ (Nextdoor Foxhaven)
- Bosch Group posted a job opening for Machine Operator: Belt & Pack Specialist III (PA4) Making 1st shift in Lincolnton. Apply here.
- Certified Mobile Notary Service posted a job opening for Work From Home Signing Agent Opportunities / Lincolnton, NC / Call 405-568-7539 in Lincolnton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lincolnton here.
š Nearby News
Maiden
- Lumberton City Council approves data center ordinance with changes (wmbfnews.com)
Dallas
- Charlotte-area driving instructor defrauded families, NC attorney general says (charlotteobserver.com)
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