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Headed to the beach this summer? Use extreme caution.
Recent drownings along the North Carolina coast remind us that we always need to use extra caution when we’re around bodies of water. Earlier this month, a teenage girl got caught in a rip current and drowned at Ocean Isle Beach. A few days later a 57-year-old drowning victim died at Surf City. I’ve seen news reports saying that there were nearly 200 rip current rescues along North Carolina’s beaches...
Judge halts gubernatorial candidate’s misdirection of taxpayer funds
(The Center Square) – Direction of taxpayer funds from the world’s largest pork producer by North Carolina’s Democratic candidate for governor has been stopped by a Superior Court judge. Attorney General Josh Stein, Gov. Roy Cooper and state Controller Nels Roseland were dealt defeat by a Randolph County pastor, Jonathan Burris, suing on behalf of […]
Little League coach suspended after fight with umpire at state tournament in North Carolina
WILSON, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — “There’s no crying in baseball,” is one of the most well-known quotes in film history. Unfortunately, adults are being told there’s no fighting allowed on the field either, after a coach and an umpire exchanged blows at a high-stakes little league game. Media partners WNCN first reported that an […]
$3 lottery ticket bought in Hickory hits for $100K
HICKORY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – A lottery ticket purchased in Hickory by an Alabama resident ended up hitting for a big prize, North Carolina Lottery officials announced Thursday. Alabama resident Christopher Baker bought $3 Quick Pick at Jack B. Quick on Old NC 10 and doubled his prize when he hit a multiplier. “I […]
Home sold at more than $3 million tops Henderson County home sales for quarter two
With the close of second-quarter home sales last month, the Times-News is taking a look at the top 10 most expensive homes sold in Henderson County during that period. Data is provided by Canopy MLS, a realtor service used to track house listings. These homes vary in age, with the...
Answer Man: New Arden apartment complex off of Brevard Road? Near Ashley Woods?
ASHEVILLE - Today's burning question considers the construction equipment and moving earth off of Brevard Road. Have other questions for our staff? Email Executive Editor Karen Chávez at KChavez@citizentimes.com and your question could appear in an upcoming column. Question: What's happening on Brevard Road across the road from the...
East Asheville site proposed for new duplex, townhome housing development
Editors note: This story has been updated to reflect the project's correct review process. ASHEVILLE - A new residential development has been proposed for Oakley, adding new townhomes on a parcel between Wood Avenue and Bleachery Boulevard. The project, dubbed "Wood/Beachery Residential," proposes 13 new buildings that would contain a total of 23 townhomes...
On his way out, Governor Cooper expands support for people leaving prison
This article was originally published by Bolts, a nonprofit publication that covers criminal justice and voting rights in local governments. After serving 14 months in prison for petty crimes, the state of North Carolina released me into homelessness on Dec. 30, 2000 with only the prison clothes on my back, a paper identification card, and $3.36 in […] The post On his way out, Governor Cooper expands support for people leaving prison appeared first on NC Newsline.
‘Be a Hero’ Comic Con returns to Lincolnton
LINCOLNTON – Who you gonna call? Heroes, like the staff and volunteers with Communities in Schools of Lincoln County (CIS) – superheroes tasked with assisting local middle school students to stay in school and achieve in life. With the theme of the movie, “Ghostbusters” – celebrating a 40th...
Asheville in for artsy weekend at Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The Appalachian hills are alive with the sound of a craft fair this weekend. The Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, July 19 to Sunday, July 21 at Harrah’s Cherokee Center, 87 Haywood St. Organized by the...
Pisgah Legal Services bids farewell to Jim Barrett after 40 years of leadership
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — In about two weeks, Pisgah Legal Services, a well-known Western North Carolina organization that offers free basic services and legal counsel to some of the area's most vulnerable residents, will undergo a notable leadership change. Jim Barrett, the organization's executive director, is retiring after being...
High of 82 and 50% rain chance on Friday in the Triad
PIEDMONT TRIAD, N.C. (WGHP) —Scattered showers are in the forecast for today, but fewer thunderstorms are expected. Temperatures are going to stay lower than normal, in the lower-80’s. The chance of rain is 50%. Tonight, scattered showers continue, especially west of the Triad. Lows will be mild, near 70°. A stationary front will continue to […]
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