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Local experts weigh in as dengue cases surge across country, rise in NC
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — There is a public health emergency in the United States as cases of dengue fever soar. The World Health Organization defines dengue as a viral infection that spreads from mosquitoes to humans, most common in tropical and subtropical climates. As of May, there have been...
Fireworks, parades set for 4th of July celebrations in WNC
(WLOS) — Western North Carolina is ready to celebrate Independence Day on Thursday, with several fireworks shows and parades on tap for this week. Below is a list of events scheduled for this holiday week. Asheville. Independence Day Block Party, sponsored by Ingles (July 4): This is an all-day...
Fourth of July festival roundup for Asheville area
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Wherever you are in Western North Carolina this week, it will be hard to miss an Independence Day celebration. A festival, fireworks show or both are guaranteed to be somewhere nearby. Here are a few going on in Asheville and surrounding towns:. Asheville. Asheville Downtown...
6 tips to keep your dog calm during fireworks on Fourth of July
There's nothing like celebrating the Fourth of July in the South, where fireworks glitter the night sky in hues of red, white, and blue. Down in these parts, residents show a deep appreciation for their country. A whole month ahead of the Fourth, residents begin stocking up on fireworks, sometimes crossing state lines to do so. You can also find American flags displayed on cars, clothing, front lawns, and golf carts.
Darty to leave post as manager at Riverside Cemetery
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Joshua Darty has a unique perspective of Asheville history, honed from family stories and maps and documents, some more than 100 years old. Darty’s desk in the manager’s office at Riverside Cemetery is as meticulously kept as the 87 acres he watches over. But his time there is coming to an end. His last day at the desk where he’s worked for more than 11 years is Aug. 1.
Mars Hill approves roughly 5% increase in budget; only Madison town to maintain tax rate
MARS HILL - Mars Hill's property tax rate will remain unchanged from the previous year. The Mars Hill Town Board approved its 2024-25 budget June 27 in a special meeting at the Mars Hill Town Hall, as the town will maintain its property tax rate of 47 cents per $100 valuation.
La Pantera 97.3 FM brings new beat to Asheville radio scene
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Music … it’s all around us. But something has been missing from the Asheville music scene. That will change Wednesday morning, when Asheville Media Group launches the city’s newest radio station: La Pantera 97.3 FM. Why a Regional Mexican radio station?. “We...
Asheville's July 4th moves to South Slope, anticipates 10,000 attendees
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Leaders and businesses are gearing up for Asheville’s Fourth of July celebration. Executive Director of Asheville’s Downtown Association Hayden Plemmons said the association hosts this Fourth of July celebration in collaboration with the city of Asheville. Historically, she said, the celebration has always...
New 114-unit apartment proposed for Arden; 35% of units for 'workforce housing'
A new housing complex has been proposed for Arden, with over a third of the units to be designated for "workforce housing," the developer has said. The development would be made up entirely of studios and one-bedroom apartments. The new development, called "Altitude," will be located off of Clayton Road...
Waynesville to celebrate Fourth of July with parade, concert
WAYNESVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Waynesville community will celebrate the Fourth of July with the Stars and Stripes Celebration and Children's Patriotic Parade on Thursday, July 4. The kid's parade begins at 11 a.m. in front of the Historic Haywood County Courthouse. Registration for this begins at 10 a.m.
Mayor Sees Bright Future For Town
Weaverville – Weaverville Mayor Patrick Fitzsimmons sees only good things for the town as it grows into a powerhouse in Buncombe County. A new hospital, doubling the capacity of the water treatment plant, and other positive indicators point to a bright future, says Fitzsimmons. “Weaverville is really at a...
Independence Day Moves to South Slope
Celebrate Independence Day with the South Slope Block Party Presented by Ingles – Free Admission. Asheville, NC – This Fourth of July, the Asheville Downtown Association and the City of Asheville are excited to invite you to the South Slope Block Party, proudly presented by Ingles. We are thrilled to announce that this year’s event will be free to attend and is moving to the vibrant South Slope area, specifically on Coxe Ave. and Buxton Ave., Downtown Asheville.
Homeless veteran finds a new life in Asheville
After a 10 1/2-hour bus ride from Portsmouth, Va., Janis Thompson arrived in Asheville on a Monday night in September 2022 with all her belongings packed into a single suitcase. An Army veteran who served six years in Germany, St. Louis and Washington, D.C., Thompson was homeless, battling drug addiction and suffering from military sexual trauma (MST).
‘This just means so much.’ Hundreds attend 1st LGBTQ Pride in Haywood County
Hundreds of people turned out from across the region to celebrate Haywood County’s first Pride Parade in Waynesville. Town Council member Anthony Sutton wore a rainbow suit as the grand marshal of the parade. "When I was growing up and I would walk down Main Street, I thought that...
Asheville City Schools may freeze positions, cut staff; NC schools face fiscal 'cliff'
ASHEVILLE - The city school system is looking at freezing some vacant school positions and cutting central office personnel to cope with a $1.2 million shortfall. Much of the funding gap stems from the loss of $1 million in annual federal pandemic funding, a situation experienced by other school systems, according to Maggie...
Celebrate the Fourth of July Safely: Leave Fireworks to the Professionals
Asheville -- July 2, 2024: Asheville Fire Department Press Release: Each Fourth of July, thousands of people, most often. children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks. Despite the dangers of fireworks, few people understand the associated risks, which include devastating burns, other injuries, fires, and even death. That’s why the Asheville Fire Department (AFD) recommends leaving the fireworks to the professionals.
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