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Elevated bacteria levels found in French Broad River; public urged to avoid water for now
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Environmental non-profit Mountain True urges people to avoid swimming in the French Broad River at this time. People are advised to hold off from getting in the water for 24 to 48 hours, or until the water is less muddy. Samples show high bacteria levels...
Hillbilly Jam features cars, crafts and moonshine at Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
MAGGIE VALLEY, N.C. (WLOS) — The annual Hillbilly Jam kicks off on Friday, July 26, at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Organizers say the event features a variety of local entertainment, food, crafts, car and bike shows and moonshiners. James Hatfield, of the original Hatfield's and McCoy's, and the...
Highway Patrol: Driver dies following high-speed crash at I-26 airport exit
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A driver died on July 26 following a high-speed crash that occurred on Exit 40, the Asheville Regional Airport exit, on Interstate 26 West, according to the North Carolina StateHighway Patrol. The call came in at approximately 9:28 a.m., the Highway Patrol told News 13.
SC: Former Secret Service agent reacts to Paris train sabotage, Olympics security
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Former Secret Service agent,Phil Carter, has 26 years of experience in local and federal law enforcement experience. He talks through securing a moving event, the logistics behind having thousands of law enforcement officials working together and the difference between security procedures in the U.S. versus France.
Salem Radio Network Host Mike Gallagher Soars to #1 in Greenville
CAMARILLO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 25, 2024-- Salem Media Group, Inc. (OTCQX: SALM) announced today the recent ratings success of Salem Radio Network (SRN) host Mike Gallagher. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240722121411/en/ Mike Gallagher (Photo: Business Wire)
Ridge View Student’s Representation Of South Carolina At Ala Girls Nation
Ridge View High School’s Jada-Love Roper has been chosen as one of the 100 high school seniors to attend the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Girls Nation in Washington, D.C. The program, established in 1947, aims to impart exceptional civic education to its attendees, introducing them to the workings of the federal government.
Pizza Hut franchisee with 140 units files for bankruptcy
A Pizza Hut franchisee with more than 140 locations in the South and Midwest has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, according to reports. Nation’s Restaurant News reports franchisee EYM Pizza L.P. and affiliated companies filed for bankruptcy on July 22 in the Eastern District of Texas. EYM operates...
Indie Craft Parade celebrates 15 years with a move to Judson Mill
There’s an image from the early days of Indie Craft Parade, Greenville’s own juried craft festival, that seems especially apt to recall as they move into their new digs at the historic Judson Mill: a sewing bee of the most modern sort, a bunch of friends bent over a bunch of sewing machines, making band after band of bright fabric garland to decorate and define that first show. “We made miles of it,” says cofounder Lib Ramos, “and it serves us very well even now.”
Permitting reform needed to capitalize on infrastructure investments
The bipartisan federal infrastructure law that Sen. Lindsey Graham helped craft and pass in 2021 makes critical investments in building, strengthening, and modernizing America’s infrastructure, including our network of roads, bridges, and highways. While these investments have enormous potential to help address our nation’s dire infrastructure needs, they could be wasted if Congress does not […]
Hub City Spartanburgers GM says Fifth Third Park construction on track for opening day
Fifth Third Park is on track for a grand opening with all aspects up and running. “Everyone speaks with high confidence that in April 2025, we will be opening a fully functional ballpark to the people of Spartanburg,” Hub City Spartanburgers General Manager Tyson Jeffers said this week. ...
Paul Finebaum Shines Spotlight On 'Disappointing' Decline Of CFB Powerhouse
At the beginning of the College Football Playoff era, the college football world was dominated by the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Clemson Tigers. Between 2014 and 2019, the Tigers and the Crimson Tide won two national championships and competed for two others. The Crimson Tide has maintained ...
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