Monthly Archives: December 2011
Talk of the Town – Rutherfordton
(RUTHERFORDTON)-The Town Council meeting for Dec. 2011 opened with the honoring of Bob Jones retirement as a long standing member of the Rutherfordton town council. Jones has served on numerous boards and committees to promote the best interests of Rutherfordton citizens. Many thanks for your time and interest in serving Rutherfordton for the past 10 years,…
Broadband IV = Commentary for the Future
(Rutherford County NC) The issues of broadband access and fiber connectivity among the various players have still left many Rutherford County NC residents without high speed Internet access. We noted that the Economic Development Commission updated their site in December with an article regarding MCNC that states: MCNC received $144 million in federal stimulus funds (Federal…
A Modern Dilemma: Should I Move or Stay
Broadband Access III – The Players
Broadband access is a crucial ingredient in the advancement of our education, cultural, and economic development. To isolate any one area as the focus for revitalization is to upset the holistic interplay of all the facets of the gem that is Rutherford County NC. However, recognizing the enormous importance of providing global Internet access to…
Preservation & Progress
Historic Preservation & the Hospital We build the future on the foundation of the past. Rutherfordton dates back to 1787 and many of the towns homes, storefronts, and buildings reflect a proud and industrious heritage. Antebellum homes, a revolutionary gold mint, downtown merchants formed the cornerstone of this community. The small town began on the…
Rutherfordton 225th Anniversary Celebration Planning Continues….
Plans for the 225th Anniversary of Rutherfordton, Rutherford County’s county seat, are taking shape and 2012 promises to be a year filled with events, activities, and celebration for the citizens of Rutherfordton and the entire county. In January, Rutherfordton Mayor Jimmy Dancy will ask the Rutherford County Board of Commissioners, and the Town Councils of…
SCORE
SCORE is a non-profit organization of Retired Executives that mentor small businesses. We are also a resource partner with the Small Business Administration. Our assistance runs the gambit of resources including marketing, accounting, finance and management skills. Consultations are strictly confidential. A company we’ve worked with recently is Be Kind Solutions. Be Kind Solutions, LLC…
PBS in Thermal City
My Key to Getting My Spirit Back? Participate!
Happy Holidays all! I can say that and mean it this morning. Lately I have been going through the motions of the holiday. Not for me but for my kids. I put the tree up, decorated it, threw up some lights and said done. No real feelings or emotions about the season. It’s what’s expected.…
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