Catawbapalooza not Dampened by Reschedule

Erica Smith, Writer
April 18, 2011

Despite being rescheduled due to dangerous weather, Catawbapalooza was a blast! Originally planned for Saturday, April 16, the main event of the week was moved to Sunday, April 17 because of a massive storm that swept the South. No one would have believed that there had been dangerous weather the day... Read more »

Carowinds to Debut Intimidator Roller Coaster

Leslie Denton, Community News Editor
April 23, 2010

Looking for a wild ride to help get rid of all that end-of-semester stress? Carowinds may have exactly what you’re looking for. This spring is the debut of the amusement park’s new roller coaster, the Intimidator (named in honor of NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt). This roller coaster is now... Read more »

Sacred Heart's Annual Oktober Fiesta

By Leslie Denton, Community News Editor
January 26, 2010

Henry Fairley [far left]                           A Catawba Alumnus and member of Sacred Heart, worked with local boy scouts selling BBQ sandwiches and pork shoulders.  Sacred Heart Catholic Church hosted their annual Oktober Fiesta this past Friday and Saturday. The event... Read more »

Fall Activities

By Leslie Denton, Community News Editor
September 23, 2009

         58th Annual Rowan County Fair: This year’s agricultural and industrial fair is coming up fast! Be sure to stop by and experience the many new attractions such as Amazing Rex and Dana, The Hanson’s Thrill Show, the Demolition Derby, and professional Lawnmower Racing.   And of course... Read more »