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Property owners in Greensboro want trash dumping issues fixed
GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — One street leading into downtown continues to be a problem spot since it is littered with trash. It’s been five days since city leaders and a team of 30 people went to East Washington Street after getting several complaints. Nearby business owners say days later, the problems still remain. A […]
Mission Hospital prepares for nurse strike despite ongoing negotiations
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The three-year contract for hundreds of Mission Hospital's nurses expired on Tuesday, July 2, but nurses are continuing to work their shifts as negotiations continue. News 13 has learned, however, that the hospital is preparing for a potential strike if no agreement can be reached.
Passengers voice frustration with Charlotte airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is one of the busiest in the world and officials expect record-breaking passenger traffic for the Fourth of July holiday.Why it matters: There are several big projects ongoing to modernize the airport, which means travelers have been experiencing delays getting in and out of CLT. By the numbers: The airport expects 1.18 million passengers between July 2-8, a 12% uptick compared to 2023. 191,000 of those passengers are expected to be local passengers departing from Charlotte, which is a 15.6% increase compared to last year, according to the airport. Zoom in: Charlotte tied for 69th...
Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness resums free tours in Flat Rock
Guided tours are again available for the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness, 1905 Greenville Highway, in Flat Rock. These free, guided tours will be held the first and third Saturdays June-September and every third Saturday March-December. The tour for July 6 begins at 11 a.m. and will last about one hour.
Heart's Greensboro concert postponed after lead singer reveals health concerns
GREENSBORO, N.C. — The rock band HEART announced the postponement of all remaining shows on their headlining Royal Flush Tour due to the lead singer's recent health concerns. The postponement includes the show on Oct. 16 at the Greensboro Coliseum. In a public statement, Wilson said "I underwent an...
Carowinds under new ownership with closing of merger
Sandusky, Ohio-based Cedar Fair — parent to Charlotte amusement park Carowinds — and Arlington, Texas-based Six Flags have completed their merger of equals. The combined company is now operating under Six Flags Entertainment Corp.
4th Of July in Fayetteville: Where You Can Still See Fireworks and More This Week
Happy birthday, America! With Independence Day fast approaching, it’s crucial to find the best local spots to celebrate with dazzling fireworks displays. Fortunately, there are many events happening in and around Cumberland County this week to ensure that you and your family have a happy 4th of July in Fayetteville and the surrounding area!
Town Of Summerfield Versus Developer David Couch – Round 2 Begins
As a wise man once said, it ain’t over till it’s over; and, while Summerfield farmer and developer David Couch may have won the battle to de-annex nearly 1,000 acres from the Town of Summerfield in order to build a large residential and mixed-use development on the property, in no way is the battle over.
Charlotte airport policy cracking down on homelessness goes into effect
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) has officially implemented a new Airport Premises Access policy that dictates who is allowed to be on airport property and was put in place in response to a growing number of people experiencing homelessness inside the terminal.
Greensboro officers urge drivers to stay safe on road after uptick in fatal crashes
GREENSBORO, NC (WGHP) – In the first six months of 2024, the Greensboro Police Department responded to 24 deadly crashes. That’s six more than they responded to last year in the same time frame. The uptick is raising concerns, especially as we head into a busy holiday travel weekend. In the past two weeks alone, […]
Asheville will need 14,000 new homes by 2050 to keep pace with population growth, Affordable Housing draft projects
Asheville’s population will continue to boom over the next 25 years — and with it, the need for more housing is expected to become even more urgent. That’s the message City Council members heard in a recent presentation on Asheville’s latest Affordable Housing Plan, which is being finalized and will be released to the public later this month.
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