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Cleveland County woman wins $1 million on scratch-off
RALEIGH, N.C. — Tyeshia Hopper of Shelby took a chance on a $10 scratch-off ticket and won a $1 million top prize. Hopper bought her lucky 50X The Cash ticket from Eastside Kwik Stop on Lineberger Street in Shelby. When Hopper arrived at lottery headquarters on May 30, she had a decision to make. She […]
New pavilion opens in Downtown Inman just in time for summer concerts
INMAN, S.C. (FOX Carolina) -Downtown Inman is set to become the new hotspot for outdoor concerts with the opening of a state-of-the-art pavilion. This development marks the end of using porta potties and rented stages for the popular Music on Mill series, allowing performances to take center stage at this new permanent venue.
Gardner-Webb Team Shows ‘God’s Love From a Diaper Bag’ to Moms in Kentucky
BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—In Jenkins, Ky., unemployment is high, homes are dilapidated, and people are still recovering from a flood in July 2022 that took many lives and destroyed property. A former coal-mining town, this area has been called “the poorest of the poor.”. Into this dreary atmosphere, missionaries...
Woman dies days later after crash in Spartanburg Co.
LANDRUM, S.C. (WSPA) – A woman died at a local hospital Monday night days after a crash in Landrum. The Spartanburg County Coroner’s Office said that 68-year-old Kira Kneally, of Landrum, succumbed to her injuries at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. Investigators said the crash occurred after 8 p.m. on May 30 at North Blackstock Road. […]
Catawba Nation announces new timeline for permanent casino resort
The Catawba Nation says it is set to begin construction of a more than $700 million permanent casino resort in Kings Mountain after finalizing a settlement with its former casino developer over the ground lease for its trust lands. The Catawba Nation finalized the private settlement with Sky Boat Gaming...
2024 Power 98 Block Party Calendar
Who’s ready for another year of the Power 98 Summer Block Parties? It’s been years of bringing your favorite artists up close and personal to Charlotte and surrounding areas. This year, we’re hitting up FOUR different spots bringing you live performances, vendors, food, giveaways, and MORE! Join the Morning Maddhouse, Mr. Incognito, DJ Buttafingaz, and everyone on the Power 98 team all summer long. Block parties will go from 12 pm – 2 pm.
Troopers seek driver who threw railroad spikes at cars in Henderson County
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — North Carolina State Troopers are searching for a driver who allegedly threw heavy railroad spikes at three vehicles in Henderson County on Tuesday, June 4. Highway Patrol said all three vehicles were hit by thick metal stakes. Images posted anonymously to Facebook show one of...
Park Rhythms prepares to host diverse lineup in 28th year
A local summer tradition that fills Veterans Park with live music and the aroma of local food trucks will return at 7 p.m., Thursday, June 20, as Park Rhythms kicks off its 28th year. The Black Mountain Recreation and Parks Department’s free outdoor concert series, which opens with performances by...
HEARINGS SET FOR 6 BLUE RIDGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE LAW ENFORCEMENT INSTRUCTORS
The North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Division told News 13 it will conduct closed-door hearings for six Blue Ridge Community College law enforcement instructors as the investigation into the college's Basic Law Enforcement Training continues. Two days of closed-door hearings are scheduled in mid-August for the instructors,...
Students compete in Cleveland Community College's annual welding competition
Cleveland Community College recently held its third annual high school welding competition. Competitors from Crest High School dominated this year’s competition, taking all three of the top prizes. Corey Dubesko from IMA and Curtis Rippy from Maco served as judges for the competition. This was Rippy’s third year serving...
Five things to know when headed to the pool in Shelby
Like many pools in the region, Shelby Aquatics Center opened on Memorial Day weekend. The last Friday is Aug. 9 then open weekends only until Sept. 2. Family Swim is from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays starting June 4 through Aug. 8. Cost. $2 for 12 years and...
Henderson budget talks: teacher supplements, nonprofits, Blue Ridge Community College
County commissioners did not approve a budget at their June 3 meeting, instead agreeing to hear options from staff on how to fund items such as an increase in teacher salary supplements while considering a possible decrease in the tax rate. With much of the 2024-25 fiscal year budget set,...
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