U.S. Forged Rings is expected to build a new plant in Hertford County. The project could create 725 jobs. Lawmakers last year earmarked millions for a dock to benefit the steel industry in the county.

North Carolina will add 625 new jobs as US Forged Rings plans an $875M specialty steel plant in Hertford County, boosting manufacturing and local economy.

Two teams hailing from WNC high schools are taking home the top prizes in this year’s North Carolina Jr. Chef Cook-off.

A woman is in jail after investigators reportedly found methamphetamine in her car. According to the Rutherford County ...

Methamphetamine was found inside a chocolate candy package and a smoking pipe was found in a woman's purse during a traffic ...

A traffic stop in rural North Carolina led deputies to discover chocolate candy sitting in plain sight was actually stuffed ...

After a short standoff involving a pack of crackers and some highly questionable negotiations, deputies successfully convinced the sus-pig-ious individual to surrender.” ...

“A pig had made its way inside a home in the Ellenboro area. The unexpected guest showed zero fear, maximum confidence, and the motive seemed to be finding snacks,” the Rutherford County Sheriff’s ...

The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office and the Rutherford County Detention Center are beginning major renovations and ...

Tucked away in the gentle foothills of western North Carolina lies Rutherfordton, a town that feels like it was designed specifically for those seeking the perfect retirement haven.

Incumbents Jennifer Balkcom and Jake Johnson are running to fend off primary challenges from Mike Hager and Christopher Wilson.