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Georgia Peach Growers Rebound After Worst Frost Losses Since 1955
Georgia peach growers have shown remarkable resilience after a severe frost in March 2023 destroyed nearly 95% of the state’s peach yield, marking the most significant crop loss since 1955. Why It Matters: The peach industry is a vital part of Georgia’s economy, providing jobs and supporting local communities....
From High School to Pharmacy: PTC student gets head-start through dual enrollment
In describing his future, Fernando Reyes talks a lot about passion and drive. It’s one of the reasons he chose Dual Enrollment at Piedmont Technical College. “I wanted to get ahead of my peers,” he said. “This summer, I will be certified to be a pharmacy technician. Becoming a pharmacist is a personal drive.”
North Asheville restaurant abruptly closes after nearly 15 years
ASHEVILLE - It's the end of the road for North Asheville neighborhood restaurant and bar, Avenue M. On July 6, Avenue M permanently closed at 791 Merrimon Ave., according to a post on the business's social media page. ...
Bowen 13 workout marks anniversary of firefighter’s death
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — It’s been 13 years since Asheville Fire Department Capt. Jeff Bowen lost his life while battling an arson fire in a high-rise at 445 Biltmore Ave. On July 28, 2011, Bowen, a 13-year veteran, ran out of air while working the fire in the...
IN PHOTOS: South Carolina QB commitment Cutter Woods
Cutter Woods flipped from Wake Forest to South Carolina last month. Three-star quarterback Cutter Woods flipped his commitment from Wake Forest to South Carolina last month, following an official visit to Columbia. The Gamecocks offered a few days before the official visit while he was on campus with his teammates from Westside High School for a 7-on-7 tournament.
Grand Strand, Pee Dee to see nearly $90M in state aid with start of new fiscal year
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Millions of dollars in state aid is headed to the Grand Strand and Pee Dee that will help pay for new police gear, improve college campuses and upgrade aging infrastructure systems. The state’s $40 billion budget, which went into affect on July 1, directs more than $86 million into the […]
U.S. Marshals Save 200 Missing Children in North Carolina Operation
In a monumental six-week operation, the U.S. Marshals have successfully rescued 200 missing children in North Carolina. This operation stands as a testament to their unwavering dedication and commitment. Collaboration Across Agencies. The Fayetteville Police Department initiated the call for assistance from the U.S. Marshals to locate a mother and...
Buncombe, Asheville property transfers for June 13-21
35 Liberty St., $393,000, Dean McDaniel and Stacey McDaniel to David M Parbus. 5 Spartan Ave., $1,320,000, Old Mill Stream #10 LLC to Sandoval Farmhouse Event Center LLC. 53 Braddock Way, $550,000, Propertee-Two LLC to Baron Zahuranec. 5 Farleigh St., Unit B02, $510,000, Farleigh Real Estate Investors LLC to Kevin...
Sandy Run firefighters control intense house fire, report no injuries
SANDY RUN, S.C. — Authorities say a house fire in Sandy Run is out, and no injuries have been reported. The Sandy Run Fire Department said crews found half of the house burning heavily on Saturday when they were called to the scene off Old Swamp Road. Photos from...
Coroner responding to drowning in Laurens County park
WARE SHOALS, S.C. — The Laurens County Coroner's Office is responding to a drowning in Ware Shoals, South Carolina. (Video above: WYFF News 4 Morning Headlines) Patti Canupp with the LCCO said she is responding to a drowning at Irvin Pitts Memorial Park in Ware Shoals on Sunday afternoon.
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