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Honored fallen heroes, rescue of symbolic freedom stirs RNC emotion
(The Center Square) – Sacrifices were too many, and the least the fraternity brothers on a North Carolina campus could do, he said, was keep Old Glory flying. And so, they did. In an emotional back-to-back segment of the Republican National Convention on Wednesday night, the tears for lives lost among 13 families were followed by song and inspiration from country music artist Brian Kelley performing with the Holy Redeemer...
One hospitalized following shooting at Upstate hotel
Another hotel shooting incident is under investigation in the Upstate. Greenville County Sheriffs Deputies say one person was rushed to the hospital shortly after 1:30 AM Friday morning from the Baymont Inn and Suites on Old Country Road.
Fatal hit-and-run: Asheville police say cyclist identified, suspect arrested
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A day following a reported fatal hit-and-run accident involving a cyclist on Swannanoa River Road, Asheville police say the cyclist has been identified and the suspected driver of the truck that reportedly struck the cyclist has been arrested. According to a news release on July...
'No legal pathway' to keep popular Asheville river bar open, Buncombe County says
ASHEVILLE - As locals decry the impending closure of French Broad Outfitters riverside tubing, boating and bar operation at Hominy Creek, the result of a recently rediscovered 2006 conservation easement, Buncombe County says, legally, its hands are tied. "I know this is really sad news about French Broad Outfitters. The...
I-40 East stretch closes for weekend bridge repairs; detours set
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A stretch of I-40 will be closed from Friday, July 19 at 8 p.m. through Monday, July 22 at 6 a.m. between I-26 and Hendersonville Road. I-40 East from the I-240 East/I-26 West interchange (Exit 46B) to Hendersonville Road (Exit 50) will be closed to allow crews to work on the eastbound bridge over Hominy Creek and Hominy Creek Road.
Asheville police charge 2 in water pellet gun assaults targeting pedestrians
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville police say two individuals are facing charges in connecting with Orbeez-style water pellet gun assaults that were targeting pedestrians. The Asheville Police Department said in a July 19 news release that detectives have identified and charged two people in the recently reported assaults. Through...
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: July 23 and reminds community of venue change for this meeting
On July 23, the City Council will meet in person at 5 p.m. in the Banquet Hall of Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville, 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, N.C. The Council meeting agenda is posted on the City’s website. Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute § 143-318.10 this...
Four of a Kind: Ashton Zager talks local fiber arts scene
Editor’s note: This is part of “Four of a Kind,” a recurring Arts & Culture feature. Each month, four new artists share their takes on the local art scene. In addition to individual online posts, you can find all four features as a single spread in this week’s print edition.
WTMT Asheville Host’s TikTok Video Draws ‘Ratings Bias’ Warning.
A video explaining the radio ratings process and how it affects stations and personalities has caught the attention of Nielsen, forcing the company to release a “Ratings Bias” warning to subscribers of the service. Rich “Rizzo” Deaver, one-half of the “Rizzo & Jeff” morning show on Saga Communications...
The Wild Truth: Forget the Selfies!
The video is disturbing! A group of neighbors are seen snatching bear cubs out of a tree and posing for selfies while clutching the terrified animals in their arms. One cub drops to the ground and tries to escape, running furiously as a woman gives chase. The incident, captured on...
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