Welcome to McDowell County

Nestled next to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, McDowell County is a beautiful place to call home.

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We encourage everyone to sign up to receive Nixle alerts on your cellphone. This will enable you to stay updated on weather, road closures and any pertinent notices sent out from the 911 Center/Emergency Management Office. Text MCDOWELL911 to 888-777 from your phone.

Voluntary Water Restrictions

McDowell County, operator of the Nebo Water System, is asking for voluntary reductions in water use because of drought conditions which have caused a decline in the amount of water available for distribution.

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Strategic Planning Process

The McDowell County Board of Commissioners are working on a strategic plan for the county. Click on the link to contribute your opinion!

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Upcoming Events

Board of Commissioners Meeting
11/20/2023 11:30 AM
Commissioners Board Room, McDowell County Administrative Offices, 69 N. Main Street, Marion, NC 28752
Board of Commissioners Meeting
12/11/2023 5:00 PM
Commissioners Board Room, McDowell County Administrative Offices, 69 N. Main Street, Marion, NC 28752

McD-TV


The Government Channel McD-TV is broadcast on Channel 192 on Charter Spectrum and Channel 11 on Morris Broadband.

County Commission meetings can be seen on McD-TV on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10:00am and 7:00pm following their meeting held the second Monday of each month.

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