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Tom Knotts, who coached at Harding, West Charlotte and Independence, among other schools, is the coach of an era. Knotts has won 15 NC and SC state championships.

Mike and Johnny are joined by Barryville’s Strongest Citizens — the cat responsible for keeping our roads safe during our apocalyptic winters and beyond, Foreman of the Town of Highland Highway Department, Daryl Barnes; and the “Queen of Mean,” the big boss with the biggest heart, the steward of our local food pantry, Margie Granese, who pulls no punches on a very hot mic!

Brenda Spencer shot and killed two adults, wounded eight children and a San Diego police officer at Cleveland Elementary School in San Carlos on Jan. 29, 1979, 40 years ago.

The Main Street Project Credit: KUOW Photo/Joshua McNichols Firecracker Alley: Its about more than fireworks By at 4:21 pm Every year on Puyallup land, near the Port of Tacoma, tribal members gather to sell fireworks. It’s an event that draws tribal members together to socialize and make some money. But it’s an annual tradition that may not be around forever. The delta of the Puyallup River is a place of industry. It’s home to freight companies, a propo...

Premium Content Subscriber only Were at the halfway mark of Mackays Australia Day Awards, with five community advocates recognised for their service to the region. Unveiled at a gala dinner at the MECC, people have been awarded the prestigious awards for their dedication to the arts, community and sports. Mayor Greg Williamson said all nominees and winners across all categories deserved the recognition they had been given this evening. "We all know last year was a tough year, but theres an ...

Mackays 2021 Citizen of the Year Mabel Quakawoot has been many things to many people - an active citizen, an educator, a mentor and volunteer. Her tireless efforts for the community were recognised at a gala dinner at the MECC on Monday night. Young Citizen of the Year went to Emmett Withers and the Lori Burgess Community Volunteer Award winner was Russell McLennan. Emmett Withers began his charity Emmett 4 Animals when he was five years old and has gone on to help thousands of stray animal...

Premium Content Subscriber only Annie Norrish could be described as a plant mother, lovingly tending to her babies until they’re hardy and ready to be sold to customers. Owner of Annie’s Nursery at Bucasia, Mrs Norrish said she spends her days propagating, re-potting, shaping and caring for the plants that comprise more than two-thirds of the nursery’s stock. “I’ve been in the industry for over 30 years,” Mrs Norrish said. “I started on the kitchen table. “There’s so much ...