Morganton Community Pulse

Local employers are expanding with roles spanning patient care and professional services.

• Healthcare openings include Physical Therapist at...

• Victim background: James Wesley Henry, an Asheville veteran, was convicted in 2025 of stabbing a dog to death in a park.
• Local incident: Henry was...

Morganton locals seeking a feline friend will find sweet cats waiting at The Cats' Cradle.

• Natasha, a young calico, is snuggly, vocal, and friendly...

Chicken Salad Chick opens August 19 at 1016 Burkemont Avenue, with the first 100 guests winning free chicken salad for a year.

• First in line at...

Local residents can sample distillery products at upcoming Morganton ABC Board events.

• Distillery line tasting includes vodka, cordials, and...

Morganton has banned riding scooters and other devices on downtown sidewalks. Residents should adjust their downtown mobility plans accordingly.

Morganton families can tackle the Ohana Mud Run this Saturday for a day of outdoor fun.

• 1-mile course with 16 obstacles including Tidal Wave and...

Morganton's local economy is gaining momentum with two new openings.

• Melissa's Decor & More holds a free ribbon cutting August 13-14
• Chicken...

Local enforcement delivered results with the 14-year federal prison sentence for Rodney Justin Crisp, 38, after a Burke County probe that started with...

James Wesley Henry, 46, who gained infamy for stabbing a dog to death in Asheville in 2023, was fatally shot around 1 a.m. on July 26 on West Union...

Morganton retailers are actively adding customer service and stocking staff.

• Walmart Supercenter #1060: Part-time General Merchandise Associate,...

Financial motive alleged in Glen Alpine double murder case.

• Jamar Propst and Tasha Lewis accused of shooting Raheim and Carla Murray while they...

A flood advisory was issued for Burke County Tuesday afternoon and remains in effect until 8 p.m., with 1-3 inches of rain fallen and another round of heavy storms moving in.

Morganton residents can directly influence future growth by attending the second public input meeting for the UDO on August 11 from 5-7pm at City Hall Council Chambers. Make your voice heard on regulations shaping the community.

The Cruise In Swap Meet returns monthly for car enthusiasts and bargain hunters, running the first Saturday of each month from April to November at the Burke County Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Morganton residents have two local entertainment options at Freedom High School this season.

• Tribute concert: Hysteria When Wet - Def Leppard / Bon...

Morganton's healthcare sector is busy and growing with entry-level nursing and coordinator roles.

• Nurse Extern - Orthopedics (Alpha Home Health):...

The Magic of Jeki Yoo lands at Morganton Municipal Auditorium on November 7 at 11:00 AM. The America's Got Talent finalist delivers close-up illusions and cardistry in an intimate venue with main floor and balcony seating.

Morganton locals have a full weekend of live music ahead at Courthouse Square Stage.

• Sept 11, 7:30-9pm: September tribute band performs Earth, Wind...

Morganton currently lists openings across transportation and retail, giving residents local options without long commutes.

• Transportation roles...