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The ‘Boros celebrated as an official North Carolina Trail Town destination
The Wilkes County Tourism Development Authority has announced Wilkes County’s inclusion in the Official North Carolina Trail Town Guide as an Outdoor NC Trail Town destination. This prestigious designation highlights the community’s dedication to preserving natural beauty, cultural heritage, and fostering a strong sense of place for residents and visitors alike. The newly launched North Carolina Trail Town Guide features 15 destinations across the state, each committed to responsible travel and outdoor recreation. The guide is a comprehensive resource for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a variety...
Former Lagoona Bay Developer Raising Eyebrows With New Proposal In North Carolina
It seems any time there’s a proposal for a new project, someone will have objections for various reasons. And now, the controversial former Lagoona Bay developer new proposal is raising some eyebrows in North Carolina. The Original Project That Was Pulled. Perhaps you remember the troubled Lagoona Bay project...
Local Black-owned sauce brand expands into 500+ grocery store locations
Wingzza Mambo Sauce, which was founded in Charlotte in 2016, is now available in hundreds of Food Lion locations across North and South Carolina, owner Larry Swayne told QCity Metro. The Black-owned brand launched in stores in mid-August and can be found in the Local Goods section of the grocer.
Mom, grandma blame ‘spirits’ for toddlers’ serious injuries, police say
A mother and grandmother told police their toddlers were hurt by paranormal activity. But police in Catawba County said the children were hurt when the two women put their hands on them — and worse.
Death penalty to be sought for mass-murder suspect caught in Burke County
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Prosecutors will seek the death penalty against a mass-murder suspect who was captured in Burke County after he went on the run. James Douglas Drayton, 26, was arrested nearly two years ago on suspicion of fatally shooting five people. Authorities say he tried to rob a convenience...
Lt. Gov. Robinson to release ‘safety plan’ during Statesville appearance
STATESVILLE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson is set to release a ‘safety plan’ during an appearance Wednesday morning in Statesville, campaign officials announced. Robinson, who is running as the Republican nominee for North Carolina governor in this November’s election, is looking to defeat Attorney General Josh Stein for the top spot […]
Gaffney woman missing in Spartanburg found safe, police say
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Spartanburg Police Department said a missing woman from the Gaffney area has been found safe. Officers said the 24-years-old, left Spartanburg Regional Hospital on August 14. The Spartanburg Police Department said she was located Wednesday morning.
I-26 Connector South Section contract awarded at $105 million; could start by end of month
ASHEVILLE - Another step in the long-awaited Interstate-26 Connector project was taken when the contract for the South Section was awarded for $105 million, the North Carolina Department of Transportation announced Aug. 13. Archer-Wright Joint Venture, which also earned a contract for the North Section of the I-26 Connector, won the South Section...
Asheville's former Ramada Inn redevelopment plan faces committee pushback again
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — "Too risky," even to take a vote, was the reaction on Tuesday, Aug. 20 from Asheville's Housing and Community Development Committee listening to the new proposal for 113 permanent supportive housing units inside the former Ramada Inn on River Ford Parkway. The proposal asks the...
County considers $2.5 million increase to renovation project
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A $2.5 million increase to a renovation project is on the agenda for Buncombe County commissioners. The original budget for exterior work on the 200 College St. administration building was based on exploratory work performed in 2020 in which masonry elements in certain areas of the building were removed to investigate water intrusions.
New multi-agency strategy leads to 21 arrests in northeast North Carolina for violent crimes
EDENTON, N.C. (WAVY) — A new approach to tackling violent crime has led to the indictment of 21 people accused of “contributing significantly” to offenses in northeast North Carolina. At least five them are known gang members. U.S. Attorney Michael Easley made the announcement with with a show of force standing with him Tuesday inside […]
North Carolina breaks tourism spending record in 2023
RALEIGH — Visitor spending continued to break records for North Carolina in 2023, according to data released on Aug. 13 by the N.C. Department of Commerce. Travel spending statewide rose 6.9% to $35.6 billion in 2023 to set a record in visitor spending. That growth followed a record-breaking increase of 15% in 2022. Direct tourism employment also increased statewide by 4.8% to 227,000. “It’s great to see increasing numbers of...
Board of Elections to determine if UNC virtual student IDs will count in upcoming election
The North Carolina Board of Elections is scheduled to take up a question about voter identification later Tuesday.The board will hold a remote meeting at 12:30 p.m. On the docket is a question about what type of photo identification college students can use to vote in the upcoming election.November's election will be the first presidential election where North Carolina voters are required to abide by the recently approved voter ID law. Over the past year, the Board of Elections has been approving more forms of ID that voters can use to prove their identity. The board has this complete list of which type of student IDs will be allowed.In a recent board meeting, one member raised an objection to allowing UNC students to use their virtual student ID. That objection is what the board will take up in its 12:30 p.m. meeting Tuesday. A vote is expected at the end of the meeting.Some states allow virtual driver's licenses to be used as valid forms of voter identification; North Carolina is not one of those states.Check back into this article later today to see what the board decides.
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