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North Carolina Senator resigns, states family life as the reason why
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Tuesday morning, North Carolina State Senate District 2 member and Senate Majority Whip, Jim Perry, announced his resignation effective today. Late last year, Perry decided not to run for re-election. Perry said it was an honor to serve for three terms, and wanted to fulfill his duties through the end of […]
NCCU Student Carrie Everett Crowned Miss North Carolina 2024
RALEIGH, NC – A new Miss North Carolina has been crowned. Carrie Everett was crowned on Saturday, June 29. Everett is Miss Johnston County and is a rising Sophomore at NC Central University (NCCU), an HBCU in Durham. During the competition, Everett promoted her community service initiative “We Need...
Wearing masks in public will be illegal, with exceptions, after NC veto override vote
After a contentious trip through the North Carolina General Assembly, a bill banning masks in public, with some exceptions, and a campaign finance provision, is set to become law. At the end of June Gov. Roy Cooper vetoed House Bill 237, “various criminal and election law changes” citing concerns over the mask ban, but more vehemently opposing the campaign finance section which would allow federal contributions to North Carolina candidates and dark money. ...
The Making of Madison County
Arts Council gallery spotlights the region’s visual artists. On hot summer days, there’s something relaxingly bucolic about the mountain town of Marshall. Just 20 miles north of Asheville and bordering a tranquil section of the French Broad River, it is self-dubbed as “one street wide and a mile long.” Home to just under 800 residents, Marshall’s historic downtown area boasts a brewery, coffee shops, restaurants, clothing stores, a health-food grocery, artists’ studios, galleries, a century-old dry-goods store and a storied jail turned boutique hotel.
Henderson Co. hit by wave of car break-ins; law enforcement seeks public's help
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Law enforcement in Henderson County has limited information about a wave of car break-ins throughout the area over the last two weeks. The odd fact is that the suspects did not break any windshields or pick locks, they just opened car doors. "In all...
Henderson County assistant county manager awarded prestigious Order of the Long Leaf Pine
Amy Brantley was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine on June 28, on the day of her retirement as Henderson County Assistant County Manager. The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is the highest award for state service granted by the Office of the Governor of North Carolina. It is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the state and their communities through their exemplary service and exceptional accomplishments.
McMaster removing $2.3M from South Carolina's 2024-25 budget
(The Center Square) — South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster announced 21 budget vetoes totaling nearly $2.3 million from the Palmetto State's fiscal 2024-25 budget. The Republican governor announced his vetoes during a Wednesday media briefing, calling on state lawmakers to replace earmarks with merit-based and competitive grants. The budget includes more than 500 earmarks totaling $424.7 million. South Carolina's $40.2 billion spending plan is built around $12.4 billion in general...
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.
Public hearing set for residents to weigh in on Hendersonville growth, development
HENDERSONVILLE - Time is running out for residents to give input on a major plan that will shape the future of Hendersonville — from growth and development to conservation and projects — for the next 20 years. The city is putting the finishing touches on its Gen H...
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Hosts Topping Ceremony for New Hotel Tower
MURPHY, NC – Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River continues to make considerable strides towards completing its $275 million expansion project as they recently held a topping out ceremony for its new 12-story hotel tower. The event, attended by Harrah’s Cherokee leadership, dignitaries from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and construction team members, provided an opportunity to celebrate the project’s progress and recognize the collaborative effort of those who have dedicated their time to aid in the project’s development. Those in attendance were also able to sign the final steel beam to leave their mark on the new amenity.
Yancey Schools Summer Construction Update
During the first 30 days of summer in YCS, our schools have seen extensive updates. While most projects will take all summer to complete, the transformations thus far have been nothing short of impressive. The most note-worthy progress has been made at East Yancey Middle School. The kitchen area has...
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