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What to do this weekend in The 828: Aug. 30 – Sept. 1
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — There’s no shortage of events to check out this holiday weekend!. The 2024 North Carolina Apple Festival will take place in downtown Hendersonville from Friday, Aug. 30 through Monday, Sept. 2. The street festival starts at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 30 with the opening ceremony taking place at 2:15 p.m. at the Historic Henderson County Courthouse.
Local scout troop getting back on its feet
Scout Troop 318 of Waynesville, a troop with over 60 years of history, will be making a fresh start after being shut down by COVID. In addition to two former Waynesville mayors among its alumni, it produced hundreds of Eagle Scouts over its more than 60 years history. Now members...
34-Year-Old Marijuana Joint Breaks Cold Case: DNA Links Suspect to 1989 Hit-and-Run Death, Cops Say
Authorities in North Carolina said DNA from a 34-year-old marijuana joint have helped them to identify the suspect in a 1989 hit-and-run death, RadarOnline.com can reveal.On Dec. 29, 1989, Ruth Buchanan, 52, was crossing the street in a crosswalk in Charlotte when she was struck by a driver who ran a red light, according to The News & Observer. The driver did not stop to render aid.According to ABC News, Buchanan was transported to a nearby hospital, where she ultimately died from her injuries.Authorities said Buchanan was out shopping for an upcoming New Year’s Eve trip when she was struck...
NCDHHS invests $4.5M to expand N.C. Child Treatment Program and strengthen behavioral health services for children
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced a $4.5 million investment in the NC Child Treatment Program, a statewide initiative to train mental health providers in trauma-informed treatment models for children with complex behavioral health needs. NCDHHS is investing to expand access to proven behavioral health treatments so young people and their families receive the support they need sooner, and in the communities where they live and learn.
Asheville City Council approves resolution to donate used cell phones and computers to Land of Sky Regional Council
At their meeting on August 27, Asheville City Council adopted a resolution to donate used cell phones and computers to Land of Sky Regional Council. This donated technology will support Land of Sky’s program to shrink the digital divide in our region by increasing access to devices while efficiently disposing of surplus laptops and cell phones. Census data from 2021 shows that over 10% of the population in Buncombe County has no access to devices. Up to 250 laptops and 250 cell phones will be donated.
Asheville City Council adopts 10-year vision for Parks and Recreation
Recreate Asheville:Shaping Our City’s Parks, a 10-year vision plan built by community members to guide the City of Asheville’s parks and recreation decisions. This plan identifies which recreation spaces need the most work, which projects will be most beneficial, and strategies to keep the Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) system in great shape for the community.
Carolina Flames end summer softball season on a high note
The Carolina Flames closed out their summer showcase softball schedule with a runner-up finish at the Diamond Classic Asheville Showcase. The Flames traveled to Asheville, NC on Aug. 10 and 11 and had a strong showing at the event. They came away with three wins on the weekend and earned a spot in the Championship game on Sunday; however, they were not able to pull a victory against a strong NC Bandits team based out of Davie County. The Flames started the weekend with a...
Sylva’s Denial of Pride Parade Permit Sparks Controversy
In a meeting on April 11, Sylva’s Board of Commissioners voted to deny Sylva Pride a parade permit for their 2024 pride celebration. “Sylva Pride is saddened by the recent denial of our parade permit by the Town of Sylva,” said Burgin Mackey, Sylva Pride president. “This decision overturned the precedent of our festival and parade that has occurred annually, without any major logistical or safety issues, for the past three years.”
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