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Welcome back to the Roco Round Community Newsletter! Weâre thrilled to connect with you and share the latest events coming up in and around our vibrant community this week.
A Look Inside:
This Weekâs Events
Week 2/24-3/2
From creative workshops to community celebrations, this last week of February is packed with opportunities to connect, create, and make a difference. Whether you're drawn to the whimsy of painting Highland Cows, ready to test your wit at trivia night, or excited to support local businesses within our community â there's something special happening every single day.
This week shines especially bright with three meaningful fundraisers that need your support. Join us for an exclusive film screening supporting kidSenses Children's Interactive Museum, dance the night away at the Mardi Gras Masquerade benefiting local arts, or warm your soul at Souper Support to help Build Back Beautiful in Lake Lure. Your presence at these events doesn't just make them more fun â it helps strengthen the fabric of our community.
Ready to discover what's happening in Rutherford County this week? Let's explore the possibilities!
Check out our calendar for a full list of events happening this month. You can view more event details and add events directly to your calendar.
Happy Thought: âThe best way to predict the future is to create it.â -Alan Kay
Take a sneak peek:
Monday [2/24]: Embrace your inner artist and paint a âSpring Highland Cowâ or âSpring Churchâ at The Escape in Forest City, NC.
Tuesday [2/25]: Test your knowledge during Trivia Night at Main Street Market in Rutherfordton, NC.
Wednesday [2/26]: Celebrate the Reopening of Foothills Healthcare at their new location with a Ribbon Cutting in Rutherfordton, NC.
Thursday [2/27]: Kids 5-12 can show off their creativity to create their own Pokémon in Mooresboro, NC.
Friday [2/28]: Join One13 to support kidSenses Childrenâs Interactive Museum with an exclusive independent film in Rutherfordton, NC.
Saturday [3/1]: Dance the night away at the Mardi Gras Masquerade Dance Party Fundraiser at Dreaming Stone Arts and Ecology Center in Rutherfordton, NC.
*Grab your tickets by Monday.
Sunday [3/2]: Join the Chimney Rock Community Foundation with food, drink and community fun during Souper Support at Fae Nectar to help Build Back Beautiful in Lake Lure, NC.
See our FULL CALENDAR of Events for more.
Community News:
Letâs not forget Bobby! Read our interview with Teah, and consider donating today to help keep Bobby safe.
Growing Small Farms: February Is a Great Time to Prune Blueberries!
Cops & Congress: Exclusive video: Mayor announces temporary access plans for Chimney Rock State Park
Rutherford Weekly: A Wild Cave Tour at the Lost Sea for 13 scouts and leaders
Local Business Spotlight
Customers are raving over MWSS-828âs wing selection! People also love their crispy fries, homemade ranch, salad bar options and friendly, dedicated service.
MWSS-828 is a military themed restaurant owned by a local Marine Corps veteran. They serve delicious, crispy wings with a choice of 20+ different flavors as well as an expansive salad bar -purchased to carry on the legacy of Scoggins from the estate. Their menu also features burgers and chicken sandwiches with weekly specials to entice all taste buds. Along with a variety of delicious food, they offer a full bar with cocktails and draft beers. Find them on Facebook and Instagram or stop by today!
Opportunities:
Volunteer:
Join Ruffâton Roots in the local community garden to learn valuable gardening skills and make new friends while growing food for the community.
Join a fun RecycleBot Challenge for 3rd Graders with Keep Rutherford County Beautiful.
Rutherford County High School Graduates pursuing âgreenâ or eco-oriented undergraduate degrees can apply for the 2025 Green Scholarship through March 31st, 2025.
Check out the county board of commissioners current vacancies.
Employment:
Forest City: Make an impact by patrolling the community as an Unarmed Security Officer with Marksman Security Corporation.
Spindale: Find a fulfilling career in Human Resource Development at Isothermal Community College.
Shelby: Learn rewarding skills while earning your Bachelorâs degree as a Community Management Intern with Walgreens.
Find more opportunities like these through Rutherford NCworks Career Center
Know Your Neighbor

Know a resident youâd like to honor? Weâd love to feature them in next weekâs newsletter.
Weâll give them a special shoutout or share their story.
Email us at [email protected]
Subject Line: Local Resident
or hit reply here and let us know!
Latest Post
Before Hurricane Helene, big plans were underway for 11 community projects in Rutherford County, NC. While focus has rightfully shifted to relief and recovery efforts -stretching the timeline for a few of these projects, they are still set to empower the future of our community.
Whatâs Inside:
1. Park Square Depot
2. Legacy Soccer Park
3. Colfax Cotton Gin Park
4. North Slope Skate and Ride
5. Norris Park Disc Golf
6. The Factory at KidSenses Museum
7. Broad River Paddle Trail
8. The Symphony of Rutherford County
9. Thermal Belt Rail Trail
10. Lake Lure Morse Park
11. Chimney Rock Village
Read More for additional information on these community initiatives.
Helpful Resources
Weâre working to bring you more resources, in the meantime here are a few we love:
Grace of God Rescue Mission - Rescue Mission located in Forest City, serving the homeless and underserved.
Hands of Hope Pregnancy Resource Center - Get help navigating pregnancy with free resources and information.
Family Resources of Rutherford County - Parenting comes with many challenges. You donât have to face them alone.
Out of The Ashes - Helping the underserved and uninsured receive addiction treatment and emergency shelter at no cost.
Hope Network - Hope Network is an outreach and community service organization dedicated to serving the needs of Rutherford and surrounding counties.
Memory Lane

We have a special event of our own in the works.
In the meantime, weâd love to share your amazing photos from your favorite events!
Send yours to [email protected] for a chance to be featured.
If youâre happy with our newsletter, it would mean the world to us if you stop by our Facebook Page and let us know.
We hope you enjoyed this weekâs highlights. Weâll be back next Sunday with more events and opportunities. See you âround Roco!
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