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Ronda beyond help? NC town appears headed for dissolution.

carolinapublicpress.org · 4hShare

“Small town, big possibilities” reads a sign on the side of the Ronda town hall and public library building, seen here on Sept. 17, 2026. The financially troubled Wilkes County town has taken initial steps toward dissolution. Frank Taylor / Carolina Public Press " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/carolinapublicpress.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/20260917_160933-scaled.jpg?fit=766%2C404&ssl=1" /> Town officials have voted to move toward dissolving Ronda, based on advice from NC Local Government Commission. But some still hold out hope. Ronda beyond help? NC town appears headed for dissolution. is a story from Carolina Public Press , an award-winning independent newsroom. Our breakthrough journalism shines a light on the critical overlooked and under-reported issues facing North Carolina’s more than 11 million residents. Please consider making a contribution to support our journalism.

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