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Old Fort, North Carolina Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good morning Old Fort! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Appalachian Chic’s food truck at Nebo at Mica Town Brewing Company
  • Thursday Night Soundbath w/ Asheville Sonic Blessings at Old Fort Yoga
  • McDowell County Honeybees at McDowell County Senior Center

... and check out 5 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: An afternoon shower in spots, with a high of 75 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and nice, temps: high: 70, low: 42.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 79 and low of 57 degrees.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Weekend Biscuit Maker in Old Fort. Apply here.
  • First Citizens Bancshares, Inc. posted a job opening for Operations Services Supervisor (Teller Manager) in Marion. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Old Fort here.

🗞 Nearby News

Black Mountain

  • Black Mountain Brewing owner files federal lawsuit against town over permits, inspections (wlos.com)
  • LEAF Global Arts Kicks Off Countdown to Deep Roots Festival (gratefulweb.com)

Marion

  • Deputies seek tips after historic weapons stolen from the Carson House in Marion (wyff4.com)
  • McDowell County Express expands to Old Fort, SFMTA to extend Bayview shuttle (masstransitmag.com)
  • Nina Jean Bailey Obituary 2026 - Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation (baldwincremation.com)

Swannanoa

  • Ethics for every state of a legal career topic of webinar (legalnews.com)

Ok Old Fort! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Old Fort

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