Hot Springs
LATEST NEWS
Candidates try to boost female political participation at NC Women’s Conference
When state Rep. Gloristine Brown took office in 2023, she was part of the largest group of female legislators in state history. When the session began, women held 29% of all seats in the state legislature.
Introducing the 2028 Class of Textile Pioneer Scholars
In the quiet corners of North Carolina, big ambitions are blossoming. Four exceptional incoming NC State students have been named recipients of the Textile Pioneer Scholarship Program at the Wilson College of Textiles, embodying how support from generous donors can turn big dreams into reality. The newest Textile Pioneer Scholars...
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...
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.