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What is The Smallest Town in North Carolina?
Fontana Dam's origins date back to the 1940s, when workers constructing the tallest dam east of the Rockies settled in the area. While the dam was completed in 1944, the town didn't officially incorporate until 2011. Life in Fontana Dam. Despite its small size, Fontana Dam boasts a vibrant atmosphere,...
Vaping regulations, DMV changes among bills signed by North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed four bills Wednesday that include the creation of a new registry for vaping products and a slew of changes related to transportation laws and the state DMV. Cooper also vetoed two other bills ahead of his anticipated participation with other Democratic governors in a meeting […]
Severe drought touches 10 North Carolina counties
(The Center Square) – Ten counties, mostly in the eastern part of the state, are under severe drought conditions, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor of North Carolina. Sixty-nine more are considered in moderate drought, according to the weekly report from Tuesday. A week earlier, 57 counties were in moderate drought and there were none […]
What age can kids be left home alone in North Carolina? Laws, guidelines, more.
School is out for the summer in Western North Carolina, and many parents may be wondering if their child is ready to stay home alone — and whether the state agrees with their verdict. In N.C., like many other states, laws around the issue aren't terribly specific. While there are a few hard...
What-A-Burger #13 in N. Carolina Fires Back in Suit Versus Whataburger in Texas
Whataburger is a Texas born and bred burger chain that has gained a huge following throughout its 50 plus years. A few years ago, Whataburger decided to sell so they could have the opportunity to spread their burger goodness across the country. That prompted many in Texas to turn against the burger giant. The company now has plans to expand into the Carolinas where a similarly named burger joint exists, What-A-Burger #13. Whataburger has talked with this restaurant before and believed they breached their agreement and violated their trademark.
Local experts weigh in as dengue cases surge across country, rise in NC
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — There is a public health emergency in the United States as cases of dengue fever soar. The World Health Organization defines dengue as a viral infection that spreads from mosquitoes to humans, most common in tropical and subtropical climates. As of May, there have been...
Wearing masks in public will be illegal, with exceptions, after NC veto override vote
After a contentious trip through the North Carolina General Assembly, a bill banning masks in public, with some exceptions, and a campaign finance provision, is set to become law. At the end of June Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed House Bill 237, “various criminal and election law changes” citing concerns over the mask ban, but more vehemently opposing the campaign finance section which would allow federal contributions to North Carolina candidates and dark money. ...
Asheville restaurant named best place for breakfast tacos in North Carolina by Yelp
ASHEVILLE - Diners waking up with a hankering for tacos don’t have to wait until lunch or dinner to satisfy their craving. Breakfast tacos are the answer, and some of the best can be found at the Asheville-founded restaurant, Taco Billy. In June, Yelp released an all-time list of...
North Carolina Senator resigns, states family life as the reason why
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Tuesday morning, North Carolina State Senate District 2 member and Senate Majority Whip, Jim Perry, announced his resignation effective today. Late last year, Perry decided not to run for re-election. Perry said it was an honor to serve for three terms, and wanted to fulfill his duties through the end of […]
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