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Dr. Margaret Noel, founder of MemoryCare, honored with NC Order of the Long Leaf Pine
ASHEVILLE - Dr. Margaret A. (Peggy) Noel was recently awarded The Order of the Long Leaf Pine, one of North Carolina's highest honors, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to her community and exemplary service within the state. Dr. Noel, a highly esteemed Geriatric Specialist with over 35 years of dedicated service, has been a cornerstone of health care in North Carolina. A graduate of Davidson College and UNC School of Medicine, she completed her residency and...
Grocery chain recalling dessert over allergy concern
Supermarket chain Wegmans is recalling its gluten-free carrot cake slices because they were mislabeled as gluten-free chocolate cake slices. The chocolate cake slices contain soy, which may pose a problem for people with soy allergies. The affected products are labeled “Kalo GF Chocolate Cake Slice” and include a UPC reading...
Nipro Medical Corp. to build $398M North Carolina plant
Medical device maker Nipro Medical Corp. is building a $397.8 million facility in Greenville, North Carolina, Gov. Roy Cooper stated in a July 17 press release. The 550,000-square-foot plant will create 232 jobs and produce dialyzers and precision needles for the healthcare industry that support people with diabetes, chronic kidney disease and other renal health issues, according to Nipro.
Mars Hill theatre celebrates 50 seasons of ‘Sartians’
MARS HILL, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Mars Hill founded its Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre in 1975, and the spotlight has never dimmed since. Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre, affectionately known as SART, is concluding its 50th season with the play “Taking a Chance on Love,” written by founding SART member C. Robert Jones. The show alternates between 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. performances and runs until July 28 with Friday to Sunday performances.
Creativity Unleashed at Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair, Aug. 2-3
BURNSVILLE, N.C. –The Town Square in Burnsville comes to life with a showcase of artistry and community spirit during the 67th annual Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair, Aug. 2-3. Hosted by the Yancey County Chamber of Commerce, this juried event transforms downtown Burnsville into a haven of creativity in the Blue Ridge Mountains with more than 175 artists and crafters.
Death row inmate in South Carolina resentenced to life in prison
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A man who spent nearly two decades on South Carolina’s death row for killing two people has been granted life in prison without parole two years after a federal court overturned his original sentence, news outlets report. A Lexington County judge signed off on the deal for Quincy Allen on Monday. In 2002, […]
SylvanSport Marks Milestone with ‘Micro Series’ Launch
BREVARD, N.C. – SylvanSport, the Brevard, N.C.-based innovator and manufacturer of renowned adventure travel trailers, pop-up campers, rooftop tents, and outdoor gear, celebrates its 20th anniversary with the launch of its latest product line, the 2025 Micro Adventure Series (MAS). Maintaining the brand’s commitment to renowned design, quality, and comfort, MAS is all about being compact, lightweight, and nimble, according to a company release.
Rollover Crash In Downtown Toccoa Resulted From Pursuit, PIT Maneuver
Yesterday evening, July 22, at approximately 7 p.m., traffic was disrupted in downtown Toccoa when a crash flipped a car upside down on W. Tugalo Street at the corner of N. Alexander Street. The female driver was airlifted for medical care of unknown injuries. Georgia State Patrol was in charge of the scene and investigation into the crash.
VIDEO: Adorable bear cub takes a dip in the pool at $7 million Asheville mansion
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - Adorable video captured a bear cub taking a dip in the pool at a multimillion-dollar house in the North Carolina mountains. The video was filmed at a home on Stuyvesant Road, only about five minutes from the Biltmore Estate. In the 20-second clip, the small bear...
Slingshots: Feel the Wind on Your Face
Asheville – Phil Cann, owner of Asheville Motorcycle Rentals at 899 Riverside Drive in Woodfin, says Polaris Slingshots are “nothing like” motorcycles. He said they’re more of a cross between a bike and a car. Asked why anybody would want to ride around in one, he...
UNCA fundraising for $4 million tennis facility
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The tennis ball has taken a funky bounce for UNC Asheville. Asheville Racquet Club Downtown, where the Bulldogs play now, will be taken out by the Interstate 26 Connector Project. On Thursday, UNCA announced plans to build a $4 million tennis facility on campus. Fundraising...
Buncombe County Commissioners Vote to Shut Down French Broad Outfitters Location
Buncombe County -- July 22, 2024: On July 17th, the Buncombe County Commissioners made a contentious decision to shut down. French Broad Outfitters' (FBO) Hominy Creek location, a popular river bar and recreation space that has become a beloved community spot since it began leasing the outpost along Asheville’s French Broad River in 2018. Known for its live music, riverside beach, and dog-friendly ambiance, FBO's Hominy Creek location has been a vibrant part of West Asheville since 2016.
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