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Local News Roundup: RFK Jr. will be on the NC ballot; Stein outpaces Robinson in political contributions; change in Checkers ownership
The North Carolina State Board of Elections voted Tuesday to allow one third-party presidential candidate on the November ballot, but denied another. Pending any court challenges, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will appear on the ballot, but Cornel West will not. Attorney General Josh Stein has raised more than double the...
'Stakes couldn't be higher': Former Congressman David Price weighs in on Biden's bid for reelection
As a growing number of sitting Democrats call for President Biden to step aside in his bid for re-election over concerns about his fitness for office, a longtime Democratic Congressman from North Carolina is weighing in.David Price represented parts of the Triangle on Capitol Hill for more than 30 years, leaving office in 2022."I've been in politics a long, long time, and I've never seen a decision or more critical or important than this one," Price said about who the Democratic nominee will be in the fall.Though President Joe Biden has been clear that he intends to stay in the...
Honored fallen heroes, rescue of symbolic freedom stirs RNC emotion
(The Center Square) – Sacrifices were too many, and the least the fraternity brothers on a North Carolina campus could do, he said, was keep Old Glory flying. And so, they did. In an emotional back-to-back segment of the Republican National Convention on Wednesday night, the tears for lives lost among 13 families were followed by song and inspiration from country music artist Brian Kelley performing with the Holy Redeemer...
Come to the Cabaret at FR Playhouse
Flat Rock – The most spectacular local bonus is seeing Lisa K. Bryant (Sally Bowles) on the FRP stage for the first time in her ten years as FRP artistic director. Bryant was last on the Leiman Mainstage 12 years ago, as Velma Von Tussle in Hairspray. This time,...
Woman charged after jewelry reportedly stolen in McDowell Co.
MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office said a woman was recently taken into custody after several pieces of jewelry were reportedly stolen. Deputies said they responded to a home in Marion on April 16 after someone reported that her jewelry had gone missing after...
19th Annual Come to Leicester Studio Tour on Aug. 17-18
For the 19th year in a row, artists in this small community will open their studios to the public for the annual Come to Leicester Studio Tour. This free, self-guided event is held every third weekend in August, with this year’s tour dates being August 17 and 18, 10 am to 5 pm each day.
Cleveland County announces principal changes for the new school year
With each new school year comes staffing changes at Cleveland County Schools. Some of those include leadership roles. Those taking on new principal positions include:. Ryan Etheridge is the new principal at Fallston Elementary, replacing Kim Greene, who has retired. Matt Tipton is now the principal at Cleveland Early College...
Lake Norman to Gain New Public Swim Beach as Lincoln County and Duke Energy Launch Beatty’s Ford Project
Lincoln County has teamed up with Duke Energy to break ground on the Beatty’s Ford Swim Beach Project, which is set to enhance public recreation on Lake Norman. Located at the end of Unity Church Road in Denver, the construction of Beatty's Ford Beach is making strides towards providing a public swim area, marked by a range of new features aimed at boosting leisure and access.
Landrum Middle School welcomes new principal
Landrum Middle School PTO has announced the appointment of Troy Kasting as the school’s new principal. Kasting brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to education and community to the school. He grew up in Palm Harbor, Florida, and is a graduate of Flagler College. Following graduation,...
Reporter goes viral for her smooth mic toss when she was unknowingly still on-air
A local news reporter is going viral after a blooper she posted caught the attention of the internet. Teagan Brown, a weekend sports anchor and reporter at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, NBC affiliate WMBF, shared the clip on July 17 to her X page. In her post, she explained that...
Asheville police find, charge driver in hit-and-run death of cyclist; victim named
ASHEVILLE - Police have found and arrested the driver of a truck they say hit a bicyclist on Swannanoa River Road July 18, killing him. Officers released the name of the man riding the bicycle July 19 after contacting his family. Alexander Rozos, 26 of Haw Creek was a fitness enthusiast who had...
2 charged in water pellet gun shooting spree
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Asheville police have brought charges against suspects accused of targeting pedestrians around the city with water pellet guns. A news release from the Asheville Police Department (APD) on Friday said two people had been identified and charged in the case. APD said 32-year-old Darius Ramont...
77th Annual Southern Highland Craft Fair in Asheville
Asheville – A wide array of beautifully crafted hand-made items will be shown at the Southern Highland Craft Fair from Thursday, July 18th through Sunday, July 21st. Potters, wood carvers, basketmakers, spinners, weavers, jewelry makers, and designers using clay, metal and glass will all be present to show and sell their items. It is a unique opportunity to connect directly with the artist or even order a special hand-crafted item for an upcoming event. Two floors of Harrah’s Cherokee Center on Haywood Street in Asheville will be filled with Guild member’s wares, where more than 100 of these artisans are offering their original and beautifully crafted pieces. It is a breath of fresh air to see these fine pieces, which have been made with incredible attention to detail. This is an opportunity to visit and see some of the most talented craftsmen in the South.
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