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Nik Aston Secures Top Spot in Men’s Heavy Athletics at Highland Games
Nik Aston placed in the top four in all seven men’s heavy athletic events during the 2024 Grandfather Mountain Highland Games, earning him the top spot overall for the competition. This year marked Aston’s sixth competing at these games and his second as a professional. The 29-year-old from...
Two caregivers charged with neglect in Carter County
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) — Two caregivers were arrested following an investigation into reports of neglect involving a vulnerable adult in Carter County, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). Last week, a Carter County grand jury indicted Kwabena Kwakye, 45, and Polly Ridinger, 25, on one count each of neglect of a vulnerable adult, […]
Millions of dollars meant to help SC families buy groceries went unused
COLUMBIA — Just over $8 million meant to help families afford groceries went unused when debit cards with the money expired last month, according to state data. Last August, the state Department of Social Services mailed nearly 537,000 debit cards loaded with money for groceries to families across the state. The money was part of […] The post Millions of dollars meant to help SC families buy groceries went unused appeared first on SC Daily Gazette.
2024 Women’s Triathlon Schedule Released
HICKORY, NC - The quest for a three-peat starts in August, as head coach Harley Mason and the Lenoir-Rhyne Women's Triathlon team have released their 2024 schedule. Coach Mason and the Bears have reached unprecedented heights for such a new program. Competing in their inaugural season just four years ago, LR already has two national championships (2022-2023) and a third-place finish (2021). "I am extremely excited about our upcoming season," said coach Mason. "We have a few races that are close to home, so it will be great to be able to have our supporters cheer us on out there....
New River Arts District apartments, 5% affordable housing, OK'd by planning commission
ASHEVILLE - A new River Arts District apartment complex project that includes 12 units of affordable housing was approved by Planning and Zoning Commission its July 11 meeting, sending it to the City Council for final approval. The project at 144 and 179 Riverside Drive, known as the Riverside Residences,...
Craft a unique shopping experience at the 77th annual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
The 77th annual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands will feature more than 200 craftspeople Thursday through Sunday, July 18-21, filling two floors of the Harrah’s Cherokee Center in downtown Asheville. The festive environment includes a line-up oaf live music each day, craft demonstrations and hands-on projects. The four-day...
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...
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...
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