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Chris Lavender

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Sep 29, 2026
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  1. Article · Sep 29, 2026 · By Chris Lavender/Daily Courier Staff/clavender@thedigitalcourier.com

    Historic building in downtown Rutherfordton being redeveloped into new housing (opens the original)

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    New life is coming soon to a prominent historic building in downtown Rutherfordton.The Washburn-Proctor Building, located at West Court and Central streets, is being renovated into apartments, office space, and retail. Built in the early 1900s, the two-story building was once used as a general store. Work continues to repurpose the space. Realtor Charlotte Epley said she is excited to bring something new to Rutherfordton. Historic tax credits are helping fund the development. With Rutherfordton

  2. Article · Sep 22, 2026 · By Chris Lavender/Daily Courier Staff

    Work begins on restoration of Lake Lure Town Hall (opens the original)

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    LAKE LURE — Work to reestablish a building formerly used for Lake Lure Town Hall has begun with lingering storm debris from Hurricane Helene being removed. The building was significantly damaged by Helene in September 2024 due to flooding. It’s been vacant ever since with the town’s administration staff and police department moving to The Landings of Lake Lure on Buffalo Creek Road. There’s been ongoing discussions with the Federal Emergency Management Agency about what funds might be av

  3. Article · Sep 22, 2026 · Chris Lavender clavender@thedigitalcourier.com

    Spindale delays vote on light pollution regulations (opens the original)

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    SPINDALE —The Spindale Board of Commissioners is taking more time to consider proposed light pollution regulations that would include fines for those found in violation. A proposed ordinance regulating outdoor lighting, glare, and light trespass was presented to the board on Sept. 21. It was decided to delay a vote and hold a public hearing on Oct. 19 to garner comments before deciding whether to move forward with it. The town has received numerous complaints about glaring lights shining all t

  4. Article · Sep 17, 2026 · Chris Lavender

    The wait is over. Construction begins on Spindale Love's Travel Stop (opens the original)

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    SPINDALE - Construction on a new Love's Travel Stop in Rutherford County has begun creating excitement about a project that had been delayed. The new store at Hwy 221 and U.S. 74 is on track to be completed in early 2027. The travel stop will provide fuel, a variety of fresh food, snack and drink options. a quick service restaurant, restrooms, showers, a dog park for travelers and professional drivers. Some of the project's delay was due to waiting for a grant to be approved to do utility work f

  5. Article · Sep 8, 2026 · By Chris Lavender/Daily Courier Staff/clavender@thedigitalcourier.com

    Eviction hearing for Lured Market rescheduled for Sept. 15 (opens the original)

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    Lake Lure — A legal fight between Lured Market and Grill and the town of Lake Lure continues with both sides refusing to budge. There’s been plenty of back-and-forth over the legality of a lease agreement, late payments and use of a former police boathouse near Lake Lure. Lured Market’s customers are demanding answers and are requesting an end to the town’s legal battle against the business. It’s seemingly come to a head for most of those involved, including Paul Brock who owns and ope

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