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Ridgecroft brought soccer to northeastern NC 50 years ago
AHOSKIE – Ridgecroft School has earned a long-standing reputation as one of North Carolina’s strongest soccer programs as a small school. It has competed for many titles throughout North Carolina, claiming its first NCISAA 1A state championship in 2004 (girls) and again in 2011 (boys). This year, Ridgecroft...
Prisoner serving life for murder who escaped in North Carolina has been caught, authorities say
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (AP) — A prisoner serving a life sentence for murder who escaped from a transport van earlier this week was captured Friday at a North Carolina hotel, authorities said. Ramone Alston, 30, escaped from the van on Tuesday as it arrived at the UNC Gastroenterology hospital in Hillsborough, North Carolina, where he was being taken […]
Preventing a crisis: Federal 988 director sees NC counseling services up close
The federal director of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline had a look at some of the breadth of mental health emergency response in North Carolina on Thursday, visiting the crisis call center in Greenville and an outpatient clinic in Durham. The federally mandated 988 number has been available for calls and texts at no […]
NCDHHS Announces $4.5 Million in Grant Opportunities for Community-Based Mental Health Initiatives
The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is investing in programs that support mental well-being and recovery for North Carolinians and their families. The department on Aug. 15 announced three grant opportunities totaling $4.5 million that will support local partners in developing community-based initiatives to improve equitable access to mental health services, expand peer support services and strengthen family […] The post NCDHHS Announces $4.5 Million in Grant Opportunities for Community-Based Mental Health Initiatives first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
Cyclospora parasite illnesses have affected 28 NC counties, sickened more than 200 people
Twenty-eight counties in the state have reported cases of cyclospora parasite illnesses this year so far, according to the state Department of Health and Human Services. But it still remains unclear the cause behind the more than 200 cases seen in the state. Wake County leads the way with 125...
John Faircloth, who represents Guilford County in State House of Representatives, resigns
GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A long-time representative who represents part of the Piedmont Triad has tendered his resignation. John Faircloth (R-District 62) announced on Thursday that he was resigning from the North Carolina State House of Representatives. His resignation is effective Sept. 6. “I am eternally grateful to my family, friends, constituents, colleagues, and […]
WNC SAILOR'S TRAGIC DEATH SPURS FAMILY'S FIGHT AGAINST NAVY
This month marks two years since a young sailor from Etowah, N.C., tragically drowned in the Baltic Sea while serving aboard the USS Arleigh Burke. His parents, Lee and Nikki Spearman, are now taking legal action against the U.S. Navy, alleging negligence in their son's death. On Aug. 1, 2022,...
USEF/EVUSA 2024 National Vaulting Championships Conclude After Strong Weekend of Competition at Tryon International Equestrian Center
Tryon, N.C. – The USEF/EVUSA 2024 National Vaulting Championships concluded on Sunday, August 11, hosted at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) with several new national champions crowned at the conclusion of the event across ten different divisions. In the individual divisions, competitors contested three classes each at the 3*/2*/1*...
County Received Nearly $5 Million To Release Arrestees
Buncombe County – Weaverville resident Ryan Houston shot a deputy last year. Yet, he was out on bond when he allegedly killed his girlfriend Malerie Crisp, assaulted a McDowell County man and stole his truck, then took another car, crashing it into newly retired Mars Hill Chief of Police Mike Boone, resulting in Boone’s death. Boone was a 32-year veteran of law enforcement, and Houston also lost his life in the incident.
Study shows tourism spending in Buncombe County hits record high, nearly $3 billion
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — It's another record breaking year for Buncombe County in terms of tourism spending dollars. As a city and county that relies heavily on tourism, the latest study shows visitor contributions to our area are higher than ever. Visitors' spending reached $2.97 billion last year, that's...
Man arrested after stealing car with child inside – Chase ends on Stillwater Drive
A man is facing numerous charges after stealing a car with a child inside and taking law enforcement on a chase crossing county lines. Greenville County Deputies arrested Ketoro Leslie, 34, late last Thursday afternoon (Aug. 8) following the incident which began in Mauldin. The suspect was driving a stolen...
Grey Eagle Events Presents a Night of Local Talent
Asheville – On August 29, Grey Eagle Events will host an exciting evening featuring Ash Taylor, Andrew Wooten, and Fancy & The Gentlemen at The Outpost in Asheville. This event promises to showcase a blend of country, Americana, and southern rock, highlighting the vibrant local music scene. Doors open...
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