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Asheville's July 4th moves to South Slope, anticipates 10,000 attendees
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Leaders and businesses are gearing up for Asheville’s Fourth of July celebration. Executive Director of Asheville’s Downtown Association Hayden Plemmons said the association hosts this Fourth of July celebration in collaboration with the city of Asheville. Historically, she said, the celebration has always...
Fifteen-year-old dies days after church van wreck in north Georgia
HABERSHAM COUNTY, Ga. — A Georgia teen died early Wednesday morning, four days after he was in a church van that wrecked in Habersham County. The 15-year-old was identified as Theodore "Teddy" Bone of Eastanollee. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and the whole River Point...
Deputies: Woman caught depositing stolen checks in Anderson Co.
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – A woman was arrested at an Anderson County bank after she allegedly tried to deposit checks that were reported stolen. The Anderson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a forgery in progress Saturday at a bank along South Main Street. Deputies were told that 39-year-old Brandy Swindler, of Anderson County, was […]
Caught on Cam: Curious bear climbs car in Asheville
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - On June 14, Joe, a Nextbase iQ dash cam owner, woke up to a curious...and rather hairy visitor checking out his car. During a two-month road trip, Joe stopped at his cousin’s house in Asheville for the night. Around 9 a.m., a dash cam notification led him to discover a large male black bear climbing on top of his car, presumably trying to get the snacks stashed inside.
Coroner make positive identification of victim after SUV catches fire on South Carolina interstate
The coroner in Laurens County, South Carolina on Wednesday released the name of a man killed in an interstate crash over the weekend. Coroner Ashley Rushton said she positively identified the victim of the Saturday evening crash as Steven Campbell, 56, of Fountain Inn. The South Carolina Highway Patrol said...
Sandra Stroud Joins Cross Creek Realty
Cross Creek Realty LLC is thrilled to announce that Sandra Stroud has joined their company as part of the residential real estate division. Her experience and expertise will allow Cross Creek to better serve the needs their clients by selling their current homes or buying new places to call home.
Immediate Care after-hours vet clinic now open in Taylors
TAYLORS, S.C. (WSPA) – After-hours veterinary care can be hard to find depending on where you live in the Upstate and WNC. As of June 27, there’s a new clinic in Taylors where you can bring your dog or cat even if you already have a family veterinarian. ReadyVets Veterinary Care is open every day. […]
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Hosts Topping Ceremony for New Hotel Tower
MURPHY, NC – Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River continues to make considerable strides towards completing its $275 million expansion project as they recently held a topping out ceremony for its new 12-story hotel tower. The event, attended by Harrah’s Cherokee leadership, dignitaries from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and construction team members, provided an opportunity to celebrate the project’s progress and recognize the collaborative effort of those who have dedicated their time to aid in the project’s development. Those in attendance were also able to sign the final steel beam to leave their mark on the new amenity.
Man facing murder charge in South Carolina arrested after traffic stop in Monroe
MONROE, N.C. — WCNC Charlotte. has chosen to use this mugshot because of the nature of the charges. A man pulled over by an officer in Monroe Tuesday afternoon was wanted for failing to appear for a murder charge just across the border in South Carolina. The Monroe Police...
Former Clemson player lands coaching job at Jacksonville University
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville University softball head coach Erica Ayers has announced the hiring of Millie Thompson as the team’s new graduate assistant. “Millie will be a great asset to our program,” said Ayers. “She brings high level pitching experience and knowledge to assist Coach H with our young staff. She’ll also be able to throw to our hitters in preparation for games. Her personality, desire to impact others and love for the game is the perfect fit here at JU.” A standout pitcher from Clemson University, Thompson excelled both academically and athletically, earning numerous accolades while demonstrating exceptional performance on the...
VERIFY | Who is responsible if you get injured by fireworks?
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It's the Fourth of July, and you’ll likely hear fireworks going off all night, but what happens if you get injured during a fireworks display?. Personal fireworks are illegal in North Carolina, but not in South Carolina. WCNC Charlotte viewer Scott D wanted to know,...
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