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Hodge elected mayor in Newton; Hickory incumbents win

“I am enthusiastic about the future of Newton, look forward to it and just look forward to partnering with citizens and businesses in Newton to help Newton reach it’s potential,”

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Hickory, Newton, other towns to hold elections Tuesday

The polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Those who are in line at 7:30 will be allowed to vote.

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Maiden candidates share opinions on taxes, growth

Nine candidates, including four incumbents, are running for four of the five council seats.

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Early voting in Catawba County begins

Early voting runs through Nov. 4. The polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays during that period.

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Maiden turns ground on new fire department

The town of Maiden is getting a new fire department headquarters as part of their transition from a volunteer-based operation to a full-time paid department.

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Contested races set in Newton, Maiden and Catawba

The races in Newton for mayor and city council have attracted the most interest by far. Three candidates are running for mayor – incumbent Eddie Haupt, business owner Jeff Allen

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Newton mayor files for reelection, will face 2 challengers

Incumbent Eddie Haupt is seeking his second term in office against Councilman Jerry Hodge and businessman Jeff Allen. Filing officially ends at noon on Friday.

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Maiden council members object to appointment of former councilman

A familiar face returned to the Maiden Town Council earlier this month when former Councilman Ronnie Williams was appointed to fill the vacancy left by Danny Hipps.

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'If you're not growing, you're dying:' A look at the forces shaping housing development in Catawba County

The two newest members of the Maiden Town Council took their seats on Dec. 14.

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Ramseur, Crafton-Lay unseat incumbents in Maiden; Hipps reelected

The Maiden Town Council is set to get two new members while two incumbents lost their seats in Tuesday’s elections.

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