HELP US PLAN FOR THE FUTURE! The Town of Rutherfordton has proposed a new or renovated building to house their Town Hall and new Downtown Public Space. Two downtown empty sites are being considered as well as a third existing building. All of the options will contribute to the existing Courthouse Square and public downtown … Continued
The Town of Rutherfordton has been notified by NCDOT and Wright Brothers Construction that beginning Monday, January 22, 2024, Green Street will be Closed between N. Cleghorn Street and Allen Street. Local traffic for those residents living along Green St will have access to their homes however all other traffic is asked to detour around … Continued
One of the Town of Rutherfordton’s most visible director positions has been filled just in time for the new hire to hit the ground running at the start of 2024. Jordan Jones has accepted the position with the Town as the Community Services Director and he started his role on Monday, December 18th. As the … Continued
The Town issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to seek innovative solutions to bring housing back to the Fairview Community. For-profit and non-profit developers were encouraged to submit proposals for 5 lots owned by the Town.. In addition, the Town encouraged interested for-profit and nonprofit parties to assess the site and propose its highest and … Continued
Today community leaders joined the Fairview community to formally reopen 2nd St Park with a fresh new look and a new name! The new Fairview Park features a new basketball with lights, a new picnic shelter, a bathroom, a water fountain, swings, and a totally unique play feature. The park project came as part of … Continued
The Town of Rutherfordton is requesting qualifications statements from qualified engineering or architectural firms for engineering and design services to provide professional services for the successful completion of the approved Master Plan for the Norris Recreation Complex Phase 1. The Town is a recipient of a Parks & Recreation Trust Fund Grant and this project … Continued
The Town of Rutherfordton is beyond excited to announce Rebecca Blanton as our Main Street Manager to serve as the Executive Director of the Rutherford Town Rising board of directors in the work of connecting and serving our businesses for a stronger economic outcome. Rebecca a Rutherfordton native with a heart for downtown brings a … Continued
Rutherfordton and Rutherford Town Rising are excited to announce the search for the Next Main Street Manager! Are you passionate about small businesses and the Town of Rutherfordton? When someone says let’s go Downtown is your heart already there? Well, we have the perfect place for you to help Rutherfordton and our downtown business community … Continued
A day over a decade in the making as the Town of Rutherfordton and the Rutherfordton Fire & Rescue Dept broke ground on Fire Station #2 today. Rutherfordton Fire & Rescue Station 2 is now officially under construction at 1701 Baber Rd in Rutherfordton. The new 5,320 sqft building will feature 2 drive-through truck bays … Continued
The managers recommended budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2022, was formally presented to the Rutherfordton Town Council on May 4, 2022, following North Carolina General Statutes. However, in keeping with our desire to have an informed public, the manager’s recommended budget is available now for public review. … Continued