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Firm leading Asheville City/Buncombe School consolidation study says public input vital
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — With Buncombe County and Asheville City Schools going back to school in a matter of days, there's a big potential change that looms over this school year. The schools and county have been working with Prismatic Services Inc., a firm out of Charlotte, on a...
Business, nonprofit roundup: Homeowner grant applications now open
Owning a home has its perks, including building wealth, stable housing costs and the freedom to make a space your own. But, owning a home has some nonnegotiable costs: the mortgage, home insurance and property taxes. Buncombe County’s Homeowner Grant Program can help with those costs that cannot be put...
Marion Man Charged with Break-in and Larceny
Yancey County -- August 16, 2024: Robert Luther Dover, Jr. of Marion with felony Breaking or Entering, two counts of. Larceny After Breaking or Entering, and two counts of Obtaining Property by False Pretense. Dover was issued a $50,000 secured bond. On July 21st an Old Fort resident reported two...
Western North Carolina churches unite for '828 Revival' at Radiant Church
ARDEN, N.C. (WLOS) — Churches from across Western North Carolina have gathered at Radiant Church to hear from eight pastors from different churches. This event brings church members from across the region to come together for a time of fellowship. Radiant Church Arden is hosting its second '828 Revival'...
Upstate man found guilty on multiple federal charges
An Upstate man has been found guilty on federal charges after he threatened public officials. The U.S. Attorney’s Office says 51 year old Jonathan McCaslan of Calhoun Falls was convicted of stalking, mailing threatening letters and more.
FOUND: Jacksonville woman found safe after her car was abandoned on a dirt road in South Carolina
ALLENDALE, S.C. – Police say that Jessica Rapsys, 27, was found Friday morning safe in South Carolina. Rapsys, from Jacksonville, was reported missing in South Carolina after authorities discovered her abandoned vehicle on a dirt road in Allendale County on Tuesday night, with the keys still inside, according to the sheriff’s office.
NC advocates press for more equitable policies for students of color
At least 14 North Carolina school districts let students appeal some or all short-term suspensions. The Freedom Hill Coalition, a network of 16 nonprofits focused on educational equity, is hoping to increase that number as one of their primary goals of their campaign this year. Called the “Represent! Campaign,” which kicked off Thursday in Raleigh, organizers will […]
Black Mountain Beautification Committee announces Community Improvement Award winners
Twice a year the Black Mountain Beautification Committee (BMBC) reaches out to the community to request nominations for the Community Improvement Award, which seeks to highlight business owners and residents who have taken pride in the curb appeal of their property, adding beauty to the community with landscaping and maintenance.
TDDA receives grants for downtown beautification
TRYON—The Tryon Downtown Development Association has recently secured grants totaling $12,500 to support the beautification of downtown Tryon. The Polk County Appearance Commission awarded a $2,500 grant in addition to a generous $10,000 grant from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina. These grants will enhance the landscape surrounding the clocktower and install tree uplighting. […] The post TDDA receives grants for downtown beautification appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Honda North Carolina Manufacturing now exclusive U.S. ATV manufacturer
Honda North Carolina Manufacturing (NCM) recently celebrated 40 years of production in the Tar Heel State with a ribbon cutting for new weld and paint operations for its ATVs. These improvements are part of a $21.5 million investment that will complete the establishment of NCM as the exclusive manufacturing facility for Honda ATVs in North America. Honda also announced that NCM will become the first Honda production facility in the North American region to manufacture future electrified Honda powersports and power equipment products.
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