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GBI Arrests Three, Seeks Fourth Suspect in Toccoa Shooting Incident
Following a shooting incident in Toccoa, Georgia, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has apprehended three individuals, with another suspect still on the run. The arrests were linked to a violent altercation that left one victim severely injured, according to a report from the GBI's recent press release. In the...
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...
Davis, other state and federal officials call for swift action on 'flash drought'
Drought conditions covering nearly 60 percent of North Carolina are being felt acutely by farmers in the Twin Counties, and a gathering Tuesday brought them together with agricultural officials and political leaders to call for swift action at the state and federal levels. “We’ve had what meteorologists call a ‘flash drought,’” said Bob Etheridge, a former congressman who now serves as the state executive director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency. “Which means temperatures soar and rain stops. We’ve had 90-degree-plus weather...
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,...
Taylor urges North Carolinians to leave fireworks to professionals
The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has launched a public safety campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of fireworks. As part of this campaign, State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor has released a video urging residents to leave the fireworks displays to the professionals to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday for all. […] The post Taylor urges North Carolinians to leave fireworks to professionals appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Fireworks, parades set for 4th of July celebrations in WNC
(WLOS) — Western North Carolina is ready to celebrate Independence Day on Thursday, with several fireworks shows and parades on tap for this week. Below is a list of events scheduled for this holiday week. Asheville. Independence Day Block Party, sponsored by Ingles (July 4): This is an all-day...
Former NBA star takes coaching role one day after retiring
The Hornets have officially announced Charles Lee‘s staff for the new head coach’s first season in Charlotte and the group includes one particularly notable name. According to a news release, former Hornets star Kemba Walker has been hired as a player enhancement coach. Walker officially announced his retirement...
Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness resums free tours in Flat Rock
Guided tours are again available for the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness, 1905 Greenville Highway, in Flat Rock. These free, guided tours will be held the first and third Saturdays June-September and every third Saturday March-December. The tour for July 6 begins at 11 a.m. and will last about one hour.
Anderson earns Military Excellence Award at Recruit Training Command
GREAT LAKES (NNS) — Seaman Hunter Anderson graduated as the top Sailor from Recruit Training Command, earning the Military Excellence Award (MEA) June 27, 2024. Anderson, from Hayesville, North Carolina, said he enlisted for a variety of reasons, including his strong belief in patriotism. “I joined the Navy because...
102-year-old fighter pilot to receive WWII medal of honor from France
A 102-year-old Hendersonville man will soon receive one of France’s highest honors for his service as a fighter pilot during World War II. WWII P-47 pilot Ed Cottrell of Brevard will be bestowed with the French Legion de l’honneur Medal on July 9 at a public ceremony in Brevard. Other American recipients include General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Douglas MacArthur.
WECT to livestream and broadcast NC Fourth of July Festival Parade in Southport
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) – WECT will livestream and broadcast the NC Fourth of July Festival Parade, set to start at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 4. You will be able to watch the parade at the top of this story, on WECT 6 News on-air, on the WECT Watch Live page, on our phone and TV apps and our Facebook page when it begins.
Home Furnishing International foam and bedding division gunning for volume retail biz with EVP hire
Gaffney, S.C. — Palmetto Pedic, the foam and bedding supplier owned by Home Furnishing International, has added Daniel J. Baker in the newly created position of executive vice president of sales & marketing and chief merchandising officer. He reports to David Li, chairman and CEO. “We believe there is...
25 in ’25: BJ’s announces newest location for the Garden State
BJ's Wholesale Club has announced two new store locations and one is in New Jersey. The new spot will be the Garden State's 25th location of the membership-only warehouse club. The announcement also includes the 10th BJ's location for North Carolina. “We are excited to deliver the unbeatable value our...
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