The end of the year will begin a new chapter in the life of Caldwell County Judge-Executive Larry Curling who will be retiring.
Curling graduated from Caldwell County High School in 1974 and then went on to obtain his teaching certificate before returning home to teach 5th grade for 20 years and coach football at his Alma Mater.
click to download audioCurling has many fond memories of his days’ of teaching.
click to download audioCurling experienced several successful years playing football at Caldwell County and when he started teaching it was a natural fit for him to coach football.
click to download audioHis years in coaching bring many good memories from former players.
click to download audioCurling admits that he is not very good at retiring but hopes this time it will be a move he will enjoy. Curling has previously tried retirement after spending 32 years as an educator in the Caldwell County school system before seeking public office. He decided to throw his hat into the political arena which is something he had previously considered doing and was elected magistrate and then judge-executive.
click to download audioHe will always remember the night the tornado struck.
click to download audioJudge Curling has received recognition across the state for his decorations on the local courthouse. His experience with decorating began during his time in the classroom and he still hears from former students about how much they enjoyed it.
click to download audioCurling has shown his love for this county with a life of service and is proud to call Caldwell County his home.
click to download audioHis immediate plans are to spend time with his wife who is recovering from a fall earlier this year. He also plans to spend a lot more time with his 3 children and 3 grandchildren.
