WACB 860AM

12/11/2025

Hickory: The Western Piedmont Council of Governments (WPCOG) has announced that Burke County Commissioner Randy Burns has been elected as the new Chair of the WPCOG Policy Board. Commissioner Burns…

12/10/2025

Two pedestrians* were stuck near the Taylorsville Post Office Tuesday evening. Taylorsviille Police Chief Michael Millsaps says, around 5:50 pm, a postal worker backed into the victims. A male was …

12/10/2025

Gary L Herman Two major infrastructure projects are moving forward following action by the Alexander County Board of Commissioners at their December 8 meeting. Public Works & Facilities Direct…

12/10/2025

Two bike riders were struck by a vehicle near the Taylorsville Post Office Tuesday around 5:50 pm. One of the victims was airlifted to a regional medical facility, the other was taken by ambulance …

12/09/2025

Keeping You in the Know
Live Wednesday at 10 AM!

Lisa McLain will be in the studio with two special guests: Pastor Taylor Pennell from Macedonia Baptist Church and Kevin Mann of Craftmaster Furniture. They’re spotlighting the upcoming fundraiser for Guy Munday, happening December 12 at the Hiddenite Center Educational Complex.

It’s a powerful community story and an event you’ll want to hear about.

Catch it live at 10 AM on 860 AM, or stream it right from our website. Stay connected… stay in the know!

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12/09/2025

Alexander County Schools are on a 2-hr delay for staff and students, Tuesday, December 9th. Before and After-School Care will also operate on a 2-hr delay. We will update you if conditions change.

12/08/2025

Keeping You in the Know Live Tuesday at 10 AM!

Join Lisa McLain as she welcomes Billie Walker, Director of the Alexander County Health Department. They’re diving into everything you need to stay well this winter with flu season prep, simple wellness habits, and tips for keeping your home and family healthy as temperatures drop.

Catch the conversation live at 10 AM on 860 AM, or stream it straight from our website.
Winter’s here… stay in the know!

https://860wacb.com/

12/08/2025

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12/07/2025

Fire destroyed an Alexander County poultry operation Friday night. Units were dispatched to a working chicken house blaze on Kerley School LN north of Taylorsville around 9:50 pm. Sugar Loaf, Taylo…

12/07/2025

A woman died in a residential fire on Thursday morning in the Champion Fire District near the Wilkes-Watauga County line. The victim has been identified as Rose Lee Adams, 77, according to the Wilk…

12/06/2025

The 78th Annual Alexander County Christmas Parade is rolling downtown in Taylorsville. We're live at the beginning of the Parade Route!

Whether you're lining the streets or listening in:
✨ Turn your radio dial to 860AM or listen online for full parade coverage
✨ Hear what’s coming down the street!
✨ Enjoy the stories, the music, and the tradition that makes this parade an Alexander County icon!