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NCDHHS launches Strategic Housing Plan to expand support for people with disabilities
RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services recently launched the North Carolina Strategic Housing Plan to help maintain, increase and better utilize affordable supportive housing for people with disabilities across the state. This plan addresses housing needs for individuals with disabilities, including those who are currently receiving or eligible for NCDHHS-funded services as well as those who are experiencing homelessness, currently residing in congregate settings or at risk of entry into these settings.
VMI continues homestand Monday against Warren Wilson
LEXINGTON, Va. – VMI Men's Soccer begins the week with a bout against Warren Wilson on Monday at 2 p.m. at Patchin Field. The Keydets look to go 2-0 to start the 2024 campaign, a feat that has not been accomplished since 2005. Dating back to last season, VMI has won the last three matches at home against non-conference opponents.
Saluda Grade Trail Moves Forward
Columbus – Michael Baughman is a resident of Polk County with a young family and business in downtown Tryon. His office in the Historic Tryon Depot overlooks the abandoned Norfolk Southern railroad, giving him a literal and figurative view of the impacts of the proposed tracks of the Saluda Grade Trail.
Alabama MBB Roster Rundown: Mark Sears
As we approach November 4, when Alabama will start its 2024-2025 campaign against the UNC Asheville Bulldogs in Coleman Coliseum, we will break down the thirteen scholarship players on the Crimson Tide roster, both new and old. First up, the leader behind Alabama's Final Four run just four months ago,...
Mission nurses’ strike vote happens this week
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A vote that starts today could have critical and long-lasting impacts on health care in the Asheville area. After months of back and forth, tensions between Mission Hospital and its nurses are coming to a head. Nurses will vote over four days — starting Sunday, Aug. 25 — on whether to authorize union leaders to call a strike.
828viewsNOW: Ghost signs of downtown Hendersonville
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Hiding in plain sight… Have you ever looked at an older building and noticed the faint hint of a sign from days gone by? That’s what is often referred to as a ‘ghost sign.’. More specifically, a ghost sign is an old...
Loner Utopia – “In a Way”
Loner Utopia are an indie band from “within the woods” of Asheville, North Carolina. They’ve recently shared their single “in a way” a tender and emotive blend of 90s shoegaze and indie that packs and delicate and tender touch. It carries a solemn atmosphere that has a gorgeous and heartfelt nature.
Wimbledon Champion Henry Patten ’19 Readies for US Open
08.24.2024 | Men's Tennis ASHEVILLE, N.C. - After claiming the Men's Doubles title at Wimbledon back in July, UNC Asheville Men's Tennis alum Henry Patten '19 is ready for a return to the world stage of tennis at the upcoming US Open. The tournament runs from Aug. 26-Sept. 8 in Flushing, N.Y. at the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. The draws and match times will be announced tomorrow (Sunday, Aug. 25). Patten will team up with Harri Heliövaara of Finland yet again, after the duo's victory at Wimbledon. The duo is currently ranked No....
Forest Landowner Workshop in Sandy Mush
Non-profit EcoForesters is holding a free Hands-On Forest Landowner Workshop in partnership with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and the NC Forest Service to inform landowners about opportunities to steward their forest. The workshop is set for Saturday, September 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sandy Mush Game Lands. Lunch will be included.
Apple Festival and Labor Day announcements in Hendersonville
On Friday, Aug. 30 through Monday, Sept. 2, the North Carolina Apple Festival will take place in downtown Hendersonville. The street festival starts at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 30 with the opening ceremony taking place at 2:15 p.m. at the Historic Henderson County Courthouse. Main Street will be closed to traffic between Caswell and 7th Avenue for the festival, with street closures starting on Thursday, Aug. 29. No parking will be allowed on Main Street after...
Wofford basketball on probation in 2024-25 for NCAA violations under ex-coach Jay McAuley
Wofford basketball was placed on probation Friday after the NCAA ruled former coach Jay McAuley had numerous and repetitive violations involving team practices and meetings. Wofford for the 2024-25 season will have its number of preseason practices cut from 30 to 25 and other team activities reduced from 20 to 18. The school was also fined $5,000. The NCAA said Wofford failed to monitor the program as McAuley regularly brought players in on their scheduled days off.
Shelby tops Kings Mountain 32-16 in Football Friday Night Universal Windows Direct Game of the Week
SHELBY, N.C. (WBTV) - In a heavyweight showdown of Cleveland County powerhouses, the Shelby Golden Lions came out on top over the Kings Mountain Mountaineers with a 32-16 win at George Blanton Memorial Stadium. Entering tonight’s game, Kings Mountain had won four of the last five meetings between the two...
Friday Football Frenzy: Aug. 23, 2024, scores and highlights
(WLOS) — Week one of Friday Football Frenzy kicks off across the mountains. Scores will be updated periodically throughout the night. If you're heading to the local game, share your photos and videos with us through Chime In!. AUG. 23, 2024, GAMES:. Pisgah: 0. Brevard: 35. Andrews: 42. Rosman:...
'Bizarre-looking' creature getting a helping hand from North Carolina conservationists
BOONE, N.C. - A little-known marine animal that spends much of its time under rocks is getting a helping hand from conservationists in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The hellbender is a large, aquatic salamander that favors clean, cool water, but its population has been in significant decline since the 1970s.
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