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02/27/2025

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02/24/2025

BURKE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Sheriff Banks Hinceman
MISSING PERSON

Name: KENNETH RAY PHILLIPS
Alias: Kenny Phillips
DOB: 03/12/1964
Age: 60

Height: 5’ 8”
Weight: 180 lbs.
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Brown

Facial Hair: Grey
Last Known Clothing
Grey Sweatshirt
Black Arm Sling
Unknown other clothing

Summary:
The Burke County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in the search for a missing person.

On February 22, 2025, the Burke County Sheriff’s Office received a report that Kenneth “Kenny” Ray Phillips was missing. The reporting party stated that Mr. Phillips was last seen at his residence at 6802 Berea Church Road Ext., Connelly Springs, NC on February 20, 2025, at approximately 4:00 pm.

Mr. Phillips has been described as a white male approximately 5ft 8 inches tall and weighing approximately 180 lbs. with brown short length hair, grey “goatee” style facial hair and brown eyes. Mr. Phillips was last known to be wearing a grey in color sweatshirt and a black in color arm sling on his left arm. All other clothing is unknown at this time.

The Burke County Sheriff’s Office requested the assistance of Burke County Emergency Management along with Burke County Rescue and Icard Township Fire / Rescue for several area searches that were conducted on February 22, and February 23, 2025. No signs of Mr. Phillips were located during these searches and his whereabouts remain unknown at this time. If anyone sees this person or has any information on his whereabouts, please contact the Burke County 911 Communications Center at 828-438-5500.

Agency’s Involved:
Burke County Sheriff’s Office,
Burke County Emergency Management,
Burke County Rescue,
Icard Township Fire / Rescue

02/19/2025

McDowell Technical Community College will be on a two-hour delay on Thursday, February 20th, for students, faculty and staff.

02/19/2025

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02/19/2025

Due to inclement weather, both the Caldwell and Watauga Campuses of CCC&TI will be closed today, Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025.

02/19/2025

Due to possible inclement weather, Caldwell County Schools will be closed on Wednesday, February 19.

02/18/2025

02/18/2025

MTCC day classes are cancelled for Wednesday (2-19-25) for students, faculty and staff due to impending inclement weather. A decision will be made tomorrow regarding Wednesday evening classes.

02/18/2025

‼️🌨️Due to inclement weather, all CVCC campus locations will be closed on February 19, 2025. 🌨️‼️

Most classes will continue remotely - to keep your studies on track, please log in to Blackboard to access course materials and complete today’s assignments. Courses that are not remote, such as certain continuing education courses, will be made up at a later date. Your instructor will contact you regarding the make-up date.

Here’s what to do:
➡️ Log in to Blackboard: https://www.cvcc.edu/My_CVCC/Portal/.
➡️ Check your courses for announcements or updates.
➡️ Complete and submit any assignments as directed by your instructor.
If you need assistance or have questions, please get in touch with your instructor via Blackboard or email.

Thank you for your flexibility and commitment as we work to keep everyone safe during these weather conditions! The college will be evaluating conditions and will make a decision for Thursday, February 20, 2025 tomorrow afternoon.

02/18/2025

Due to the forecasted inclement weather, including below-freezing temperatures and potentially freezing roads, Wednesday, February 19th, will be an Inclement Weather Remote Learning Day per Policy Code 7550-AR, Section G.

Students should prepare to engage in remote learning activities. Teachers will provide necessary instructions and assignments through their usual platforms. Staff members should follow the guidelines outlined in the inclement weather procedures.

The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. Please take all necessary precautions during this weather event and stay safe.

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.