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NC country music artist Scotty McCreery stops concert in Colorado
PUEBLO, Colorado — North Carolina native and country music artist Scotty McCreery was singing when he stopped his concert last weekend in Colorado. The country music artist saw a man allegedly hitting a woman. McCreery performed at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, Colorado on Aug. 24. The fair...
3 Things To Know For August 28
Here are three things to know for Wednesday, August 28:. 1. National Overdose Awareness Event: Today, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Bladen County Courtyard, 166 East Broad Street, Elizabethtown. Memorial walk at noon starting at courthouse. Event to remember those who have lost their lives to overdose and raise awareness. Information: Isabella Faison at 910-872-6264.
Sheriff’s office: Man in custody, another wanted following Bladenboro drug investigation
BLADENBORO, N.C. (WECT) - Numerous community tips over the past several months led the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office Vice/Narcotics Unit to investigate drug activity in the Town of Bladenboro. While investigating, the sheriff’s office was able to make undercover purchases of drugs on Anne Street and in Wateree Park....
NOAA predicting big increase in high tide flooding days in ENC as ocean levels rise
High-tide flooding in low-lying areas along the Carolinas coast is becoming more frequent as the sea rises because of climate change. Federal officials say annual days with non-storm-related flooding could multiply by 2050. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA, predicts coastal communities nationwide will average 45 to 85...
Martin County sees increase in tourism revenues
North Carolina’s popularity is rising. And so is that of Martin County. Record breaking numbers are in, and North Carolina had 43 million visitors in 2023. That number also computes into substantially more revenue for the state and counties. Statewide tourist spending rose 6.9 percent to $35.6 billion in 2023. The annual report by Visit NC shows Martin County’s contribution to the statewide milestone. ...
Founder of Eat. Drink. Triad. shares five local black-owned restaurants to visit
N.C. — August is recognized as National Black Business Month. In recognition of this, The Local Vibe's monthly Triad Eats segment highlighted five local and black-owned restaurants the community can support. The founder of Eat, Drink, Triad., Algenon Cash joined The Local Vibe team with those five restaurants that...
National HealthCare Corporation acquires White Oak Senior Living
TRYON—National HealthCare Corporation, a leading senior care provider, recently acquired the White Oak Senior Living portfolio, which includes White Oak Village and White Oak Manor in Tryon. The acquisition also includes other operations in North and South Carolina and was formalized on August 1, following the Purchase and Sale Agreement signed on May 31, 2024. […] The post National HealthCare Corporation acquires White Oak Senior Living appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
New app notifies drivers of nearby high-speed chases, no NC agencies using it yet
Following another fatal high-speed chase in Spring Lake, former law enforcement officers are spreading the word about a new alert system they've developed.Tim Morgan founded the company Pursuit Alert, a warning system that allows law enforcement to notify people about ongoing high-risk situations, nearby emergencies and road hazards. Morgan served in law enforcement for 37 years; he left his role as assistant sheriff for Pickens County in South Carolina in 2012.The company has developed an app called Digital Siren for drivers, where they receive alerts about nearby high-speed pursuits. These notifications can also be integrated into third-party apps, such as...
New high-speed internet company expands into Fayetteville market. What to know.
Editor's note: Brightspeed's investment numbers have been updated to reflect the most recent information. People in Cumberland County will soon have another option for home internet service as a new fiber internet network company sets up shop. ...
Wilmington chef wins big on Food Network’s “Chopped”
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WWAY) — In an episode of Food Network’s “Chopped,” Wilmington chef Nick Chavez emerged victorious, showcasing his culinary skills on the national level. The episode, aptly titled “Death is Not an Option,” featured a wild array of ingredients, including a whole skinned alligator, adding...
NC farmers facing unprecedented struggles amid extreme weather and economic pressures
North Carolina farmers are facing an uphill battle as extreme weather events linked to climate change continue to wreak havoc on their livelihoods. From droughts to floods, the frequency and severity of these events have left many struggling to recover, and some are even considering selling their land—a sobering reality for an industry deeply rooted in the state's heritage.
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