Drexel residents to pay more in property taxes with four-cent increase By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Jun 6, 2026 The Drexel Board of Aldermen approved a $5.3 million budget that raises property taxes and utility rates to prioritize recreation, infrastruct…
Drexel maps out decade worth of water system upgrades By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media May 23, 2026 Like many towns throughout the country, Drexel's water infrastructure is aging. With most of the town's pipes older than 50 years, town leader…
Drexel residents could pay higher taxes, fees and utility bills By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media May 19, 2026 Overall, the proposed budget is a slight 0.2% decrease from the current amended budget. It would provide a 4.5% cost of living adjustment for …
Drexel residents could pay higher taxes, fees and utility bills By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media May 16, 2026 Overall, the proposed budget is a slight 0.2% decrease from the current amended budget. It would provide a 4.5% cost of living adjustment for …
+2 Inside Drexel's mission to bring industry back home By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media May 10, 2026 Now that grading has been completed at Drexel's 100-acre industrial site, Town Manager Bill Carroll and Burke Development Inc.'s Brandon Ruppe…
+2 Inside Drexel's mission to bring industry back home By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media May 9, 2026 Now that grading has been completed at Drexel's 100-acre industrial site, Town Manager Bill Carroll and Burke Development Inc.'s Brandon Ruppe…
Drexel picks engineering firm for infrastructure upgrades as industrial site work nears end By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Apr 11, 2026 Together, the infrastructure planning and industrial site development represent a coordinated effort to position Drexel for long-term economic growth.
Drexel considers tax increase to handle rising recurring costs By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Mar 28, 2026 To handle rising recurring costs and invest in services and infrastructure, Town of Drexel officials are proposing a three-cent raise in prope…
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Morganton, Valdese, Drexel water interconnection halted By MADISON LIPE and MICA BANKS Staff Writers Mar 14, 2026 Water interconnection between Morganton, Valdese, and Drexel is on pause after Valdese did not receive funding to move forward. Here's how eac…
+2 Drexel aldermen address longstanding postal issues, new housing options By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Mar 7, 2026 The Drexel Board of Aldermen addressed postal issues, approved preliminary townhome plans and a facility policy, and recognized local teachers…
+3 Drexel dedicates Cranford Room, celebrating a legacy of education and service By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Feb 22, 2026 Drexel dedicated its newly refurbished banquet hall at the R.O. Huffman Center to honor the Cranford family's lasting legacy of education, ser…
+3 Drexel dedicates Cranford Room, celebrating a legacy of education and service By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Feb 21, 2026 Drexel dedicated its newly refurbished banquet hall at the R.O. Huffman Center to honor the Cranford family's lasting legacy of education, ser…
Traffic changes move forward in Drexel to curb speeding By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Feb 14, 2026 New traffic calming measures to reduce speeding are coming to Drexel.
+2 Drexel church receives $2K grant to support free movie nights, community events space By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Jan 17, 2026 The $2,000 grant will go toward several outdoor area improvements, aimed to boost community engagement in downtown Drexel.
+2 Drexel Aldermen appoint new board member, recognize Allen Reed By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Jan 10, 2026 The Town of Drexel welcomes a new member to the board of aldermen Monday evening, while honoring former alderman.
+2 Morganton and Drexel set resolutions for the new year By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Jan 3, 2026 Morganton and Drexel's resolutions for the new year focus on recovery, infrastructure, and growth.
+2 In 2025, Valdese and Drexel implemented drones to help with missing persons, disaster damage assessment, and more By MICA BANKS mica@thepaper.media Jan 3, 2026 Valdese and Drexel implemented drone programs in 2025 at their police department and fire department, respectively, which can help with issues…
Town of Drexel shortens application period for new alderman By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Dec 18, 2025 The application deadline for choosing Drexel’s new alderman has been shortened due to the holiday season. The new deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 23…
+5 Alderman Allen Reed resigns, Drexel seeks replacement By BILL POTEAT bill@thepaper.media Dec 6, 2025 After serving just two years of the 4-year term to which he was elected in 2023, Drexel Alderman Allen Reed has resigned his seat, citing ongo…
+2 Downtown Christmas tree lighted in Drexel Bill Poteat Dec 6, 2025 The Drexel Downtown Christmas Tree came to life on Monday evening, Dec. 1.Â
Breaking Drexel Alderman Allen Reed resigns, citing health issues By BILL POTEAT bill@thepaper.media Dec 2, 2025 Drexel Alderman Allen Reed, citing health issues, resigned on Monday.
Drexel's new alderman insists on proactive approach to improving the town By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Dec 1, 2025 Drexel native and new board member David Harmon talks priorities for improving and drawing people into the downtown area.
Drexel's new alderman insists on proactive approach to improving the town By MADISON LIPE madison@thepaper.media Nov 29, 2025 Drexel native and new board member David Harmon talks priorities for improving and drawing people into the downtown area.
+6 Morganton's Winter Carnival kicked off the holidays, more celebrations to come throughout Burke Nov 26, 2025 Here's your list of Burke County holiday celebrations from Glen Alpine to Hildebran and everywhere between.Â
+6 Morganton kicks off Burke's holiday celebrations Nov 25, 2025 Downtown Morganton eased into the holiday season Saturday with a Winter Carnival that felt more like a sunny spring fling — only with more elves.
+4 Burke duo entertains at Carolina Renaissance Festival By MICA BANKS mica@thepaper.media Nov 25, 2025 Gravity Check stays busy from April to December performing at festivals, libraries, and a couple of Renaissance festivals with props like club…
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