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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...
Asheville ice cream shop temporarily closes due to major leak, reopening date unknown
ASHEVILLE - A local ice cream parlor remains closed as clean-up and reconstruction continue following a major water leak. The Hop Handcrafted Ice Cream’s store at 640 Merrimon Ave. is expected to be closed for nearly two weeks after the store took in water from what’s reported as a backed-up drain from a neighboring eatery. ...
Canton celebrates resilience, recovery at first annual Pigeon River Fest
CANTON, N.C. (WLOS) — Saturday, Aug. 17 marks a somber anniversary – three years since the flooding from Tropical Storm Fred. The remnants of the storm hit Haywood County especially hard, taking six lives in and around Cruso. It also damaged or destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses.
Asheville-Buncombe homelessness body recommends new Ramada proposal with caveats
A community planning body on addressing homelessness narrowly endorsed in a vote Thursday night a new proposal for the site of the former Ramada Inn. The old hotel property in East Asheville has been unused for three years, with the building and land foreclosed upon after a prior public-private partnership imploded. BPR has previously reported that the out-of-state team behind Asheville's prior Ramada Inn project was unsuccessful in launching several other housing projects aimed at addressing homelessness in North Carolina.
Travelers Rest Main Street rezoning gets initial approval: City Council Notes
Here’s a recap of the Aug. 15 Travelers Rest City Council meeting. City Council voted unanimously to add a missing agenda item from the Aug. 5 planning committee meeting that was not voted on. The matter was first discussed at the July 25 Planning Commission meeting. Rezoning has been...
Bat boy captivated by American Legion World Series giants
SHELBY, N.C. — There's a great southern charm here at Keeter Stadium, home of the 2024 American Legion Baseball World Series. On a muggy Thursday afternoon, that charm included giant ceiling fans — much needed — circulating atop the outdoor grandstands. As players rightfully stole the spotlight...
Home health workers, data scientists and cybersecurity projected to be SC’s fastest growing jobs
COLUMBIA – South Carolinians considering their career options should look into computer and math-focused jobs and health care support. Those are the fields the state employment agency predicts will dominate the next decade. The S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce expects employment in these fields to see the greatest rate of increase in employment —nearly […]
Hospital employee in Spartanburg, South Carolina, stole from patients by using their cellphones, warrants say
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — An employee at a Spartanburg County, South Carolina, hospital is accused of taking advantage of patients and stealing from them. The Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office said the investigation began on July 30 when a woman, whose mother was a patient at Mary Black Hospital, filed a report.
Wilsonian a delegate at Democratic National Convention
Chris Hardee of Wilson is representing all 100 counties as a state delegate at next week’s Democratic National Convention when Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to become the party’s nominee for president. It will be his seventh time as a delegate. Hardee is headed to Chicago to take part in this year’s event. He said he’s excited because he […] The post Wilsonian a delegate at Democratic National Convention first appeared on Restoration NewsMedia.
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