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ROTTEN: Allegations of theft and corruption surround fmr. Pageland Chamber of Commerce president
In December 2023, Ethan Foard filed a lawsuit, asking the Chesterfield County courts to rip apart whatever's left of the Pageland Chamber, a nonprofit with a mission to promote Pageland and its businesses.
Mississippi Mom Fired From Burger King After Giving Her Son & His Friends Summer Jobs
A Burger King employee was fired after giving her son and his friends summer jobs. WLBT3 reports that the Mississippi mom believes they were unfairly handed pink slips after a pay policy misunderstanding. RELATED: Burger King Assistant Manager Fired After Reportedly Serving Customers Dirty Fries Out Of Trash Can Burger King Employee Hires Her Son [...] The post Mississippi Mom Fired From Burger King After Giving Her Son & His Friends Summer Jobs appeared first on The Shade Room.
Peri Social House lauds hometown hospitality with modern appeal
In the early 20th century, travelers arriving in a burgeoning Black Mountain could find comfort in a newly constructed boarding house on West State Street. Within the walls of the Georgian Revival-style brick structure, originally known as Carolina Terrace, lodgers often experienced their initial welcome to the Swannanoa Valley. In...
Tombstone Tales: Bill Nye the Humor Guy buried in Fletcher
FLETCHER, N.C. (828newsNOW) — EDITOR’S NOTE: Everyone has a story — some more well-known than others. Across Western North Carolina, so much history is buried below the surface. Six feet under. With this series, we introduce you to some of the people who have left marks big and small on this special place we call home.
Landrum Middle School welcomes new principal
Landrum Middle School PTO has announced the appointment of Troy Kasting as the school’s new principal. Kasting brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to education and community to the school. He grew up in Palm Harbor, Florida, and is a graduate of Flagler College. Following graduation,...
NC Governor Roy Cooper's chief of staff leaves her post, will be replaced by longtime aide
North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's only chief of staff during his two terms is leaving her post in the final months of the administration for a move to the private sector. She'll be replaced by another longtime aide.Kristi Jones will step down from the job overseeing Cooper's office in mid-August, the governor's office said in a Friday news release. Julia White, who has worked closely with Cooper since his time as attorney general, will succeed Jones.Like White, Jones' tenure with Cooper dates back to him being attorney general, when she was chief of staff at the Department of Justice...
‘More than just words on a sign’ Bridge dedicated to slain deputy
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Dedicated. Determined. Fearless. Practical jokester. Hero. These are just some of the traits those who knew and loved Deputy Ryan Hendrix remember him by. Now, a bridge that sees more than 20,000 travelers each day in Hendersonville will call on those passing by to stop and remember, if only for a moment, the sacrifice Ryan made four years ago.
What you need to know about the free Countdown to Kindergarten event Aug. 2
Countdown to Kindergarten is back. This free event helps children get ready for the big day. It will be held from 5 – 7 p.m. Aug. 2 on Magnolia Street in front of TCMU-Spartanburg. The event is free for families with children in rising grades K3 - K5, but please register in advance.
Four-star DL, Georgia recruiting target Bryce Davis announces commitment
Four-star defensive line recruit Bryce Davis has committed to Clemson football over Georgia, Duke and North Carolina. Davis’ commitment to the Clemson Tigers is a massive win for the head coach Dabo Swinney, who has the No. 9 recruiting class in the class of 2025. Overall, Clemson has 14 commitments in the 2025 cycle. Bryce Davis plays high school football for Grimsley High School in Greensboro, North Carolina. Davis is the No. 59 overall recruit and No. 8 defensive lineman in the 2025 recruiting cycle. The four-star is the third-ranked player in North Carolina, per 247Sports. The Grimsley star is a good student...
WYFF News 4 affected by widespread tech outage
GREENVILLE, S.C. — A widespread Microsoft outage is disrupting flights, banks, companies and media outlets, including WYFF News 4. For the latest on the outage, click here. We are working to bring you the latest on this story and local news on air, but it is affecting some of our on-air operations. When we are on air you can watch it live above.
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