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At its final meeting, Community Reparations Commission angles for an extension
The Community Reparations Commission had what might be its final meeting last night, despite the majority of the 25-member body expressing that it needs an extension to complete its work. Commission Chair Dewana Little said the group needs six more months “to implement the things that we feel are necessary...
Pactiv Evergreen agrees to sell Waynesville factory in $110 million deal
WAYNESVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Pactiv Evergreen has signed a deal to sell two of its properties — including one in Waynesville — to a global paper and pulp producer. This deal is likely to bring economic benefits to the area. In a $110 million agreement, Pactiv Evergreen...
NC officials approve $4.2 million incentives package for Nipro expansion in Greenville
State commerce officials approved economic incentives worth up to $4.2 million for Japanese medical device maker Nipro Medical Corp., which is planning a $398-million expansion that would bring more than 230 jobs to Greenville. The North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Economic Investment Committee voted Wednesday to approve the incentives, which...
Woman arrested in connection to Limestone Cove thefts
A Limestone Cove woman has been arrested in connection with a series of thefts from the Limestone Cove community. Paula McKinney, 58, 3003 Upper Stone Mountain Road, Unicoi, was arrested on Friday, July 12, following a joint investigation by the Unicoi County Sheriff’s Department and the Unicoi Police Department.
Teenager is youngest Black person to earn private license in his state, mother says
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WSOC) – A teenager in North Carolina is making aviation history. Ryan Garner is a 17-year-old pilot and the youngest Black person ever to earn his private license in the state. Garner took lessons at a small airport in Indian Trail. At first, his sights were set...
Push to remove toxic chemicals from your water could cost you big money
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Regulators in North Carolina are trying to stop companies from dumping toxic chemicals in drinking water, but the slow response from lawmakers could cost you money. Right now, almost 4 million North Carolinians have dangerous levels of forever chemicals in their drinking water. You can stream...
Misuse of toy 'Orbeez guns' subject of warning by North Carolina police
DURHAM, N.C. — Eastern North Carolina police are warning residents about the potential dangers of "Orbeez guns" or "gel blasters." The toys fire water-absorbing beads, which can cause serious injury or property damage when frozen. A surveillance video from a Roanoke Rapids neighborhood shows a group of teenagers driving...
Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair set for early August
The 67th annual Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair will be held in Burnsville's Town Square on Aug. 2-3. Hosted by the Yancey County Chamber of Commerce, the event will host 175 artists and crafters, according to a news release. “A strict selection process guarantees a high standard of craftsmanship, with no...
Trial underway for man accused of killing High Point University student
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Michael Cadogan is accused of killing his girlfriend, 19-year-old Gianna Delgado, in June 2021. Now her family says they are hoping to get closure and answers, with Day 1 of the trial wrapping up Tuesday. Cadogan was arrested in Carter County, Tennessee, in 2021, after...
Asheville Sandwich Company announces reopening at new Arden location
ASHEVILLE - Asheville Sandwich Company will once again open its doors to serve scratch-made sandwiches to the Asheville area. Five months after closing its West Asheville location, the sandwich shop will be reopening with a new logo in a new spot near Asheville Regional Airport, owners Kevin and Cheri Mullins announced on Facebook...
Alt Gives Way To Throwbacks In Asheville
Positioning as “Asheville’s Classic Hip Hop and R&B”, the new brand will feature Usher, Nelly, Beyonce, Jay-Z, 2Pac and The Notorious B.I.G. The station’s lineup will include Big Boy in The Morning, Ashlee Young in middays, Raleigh based B. Paiz’s “The Block Party” in afternoons, Lady Ray at night, and Roxy Romeo overnights.
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