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Landrum woman dies after crash on North Blackstock Rd.
LANDRUM—A Landrum woman has died days after she was involved in a car crash on North Blackstock Rd. in Landrum. Spartanburg County Coroner Rusty Clevenger identified the victim as Kira Kneally, 68, of Landrum. Officials say the crash occurred at approximately 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 30. The crash remains under investigation, and details about […] The post Landrum woman dies after crash on North Blackstock Rd. appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Learning As I Go: Ready my heart
I had the privilege of attending the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference at the end of May, on the campus of Ridgecrest, nestled in the North Carolina mountains. I studied the long list of classes for each of the ten sessions. After researching the different presenters and class descriptions, I confidently circled my top choices for each time slot. After the morning keynote address and again before each course offering, I prayed and asked God to show me that I had made the right de.
The Hare and Hound Pub – hunt for good times and food over!
Every now and then we make the half hour run “down the mountain” from Hendersonville to O’Darby’s Liquor Barn in Landrum, SC. This last time we stopped at The Hare & Hound Pub for lunch before heading over to O’Darby’s. Opened in 2002, the restaurant’s a Landrum icon that feels like it’s been there forever. I’m guessing the building was probably built in the late 1800’s to early 1900’s.
Two more tornadoes confirmed in May storm
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) The storm system that spawned a tornado in Black Mountain last month also produced two tornadoes in Jackson County that merged into one twister, the National Weather Service confirmed Thursday. The Black Mountain tornado, rated an EF0, had an estimated peak wind speed of 85 miles per...
Henderson County DA rules 'no probable cause' after Maryland man fatally shot in Flat Rock
After a Maryland man was shot to death on April 6 in Flat Rock, Henderson County District Attorney Andrew Murray ruled there’s no probable cause to issue criminal charges related to the death. On April 6, the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office Major Crime’s Unit responded to a reported shooting...
Burke County officer who crashed into house will retire, police chief says
BURKE COUNTY, N.C. — A Burke County police officer is officially retiring after he was placed on administrative leave for crashing into a house last month, officials said. The Glen Alpine Police Department confirmed that 77-year-old Capt. William Boliek was placed on administrative leave in connection with crashing into a house on Pea Ridge Street in May. Chief Rodney Cox said Boliek meant to hit his brakes but pressed the accelerator instead. No citations were issued in connection with the crash.
Stunning North Carolina Waterfall Hike Reopens After 2 Years
Finally. According to Channel 9, one of the most popular waterfalls in North Carolina has reopened. It’s been closed for 2 long years. I know the agony of not being able to ride horses or hike on a favorite trail. It’s more than an inconvenience, it makes ya sad. But it had closed for a good reason.
Gastonia, Shelby top performers: Hagan Hoyle hurls gem for Shelby Post 82 Legion baseball
Here is a daily list of top performers from American Legion Baseball and other activities throughout the week of June 10-15. If a top performers’ name doesn’t appear on theist, encourage their coach to email submissions to jhughes@gastongazette.com or sports@gastongazette.com. Monday, June 10. Wyatt Davis, Cherryville Post 100:...
Paving on Fairview Road to begin June 17
Starting the week of June 17, Tarheel Paving and Asphalt will begin paving operations on Fairview Road. The project, aimed at enhancing the road’s infrastructure, will kick off with milling, followed by utility adjustments. To minimize disruptions, Tarheel Paving and Asphalt plans to work diligently, with operations slated from...
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