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Former Lagoona Bay Developer Raising Eyebrows With New Proposal In North Carolina
It seems any time there’s a proposal for a new project, someone will have objections for various reasons. And now, the controversial former Lagoona Bay developer new proposal is raising some eyebrows in North Carolina. The Original Project That Was Pulled. Perhaps you remember the troubled Lagoona Bay project...
Clift Strengthens WCU Softball with Four Key Transfers for 2025
Western Carolina softball head coach Jim Clift announced the addition of four transfers to bolster the 2025 roster, addressing last year's depth issues. Joining the team are junior infielder Samantha Ladowski from Pensacola State, pitcher/infielder Riley Pennington from Presbyterian, and outfielders Imara Harrell from N.C. Central and Rylee Butler from Samford. Clift emphasized that these players not only fill spots but also enhance the team's dynamic with their strong desire to contribute. The new recruits will complement a freshman class already aiming to strengthen the program.
Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust earns national recognition
Photo by Stephanie Contreras, Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust. Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust announced it has renewed its land trust re-accreditation – proving once again that, as part of a network of over 450 accredited land trusts across the nation, it is committed to conservation excellence. One thing that unites us as...
Asheville police help US Marshals serve warrant for wanted, 'armed and dangerous' man
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville police assisted the US Marshals in serving a warrant for a wanted subject in Pisgah View Apartments on Aug. 20, 2024. Jeremiah Johnson, 41, is wanted on three counts out of Henderson County and is considered armed and dangerous. He is charged with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver drugs, possession of a stolen vehicle and being a habitual felon.
Local Black-owned sauce brand expands into 500+ grocery store locations
Wingzza Mambo Sauce, which was founded in Charlotte in 2016, is now available in hundreds of Food Lion locations across North and South Carolina, owner Larry Swayne told QCity Metro. The Black-owned brand launched in stores in mid-August and can be found in the Local Goods section of the grocer.
Mom, grandma blame ‘spirits’ for toddlers’ serious injuries, police say
A mother and grandmother told police their toddlers were hurt by paranormal activity. But police in Catawba County said the children were hurt when the two women put their hands on them — and worse.
Death penalty to be sought for mass-murder suspect caught in Burke County
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - Prosecutors will seek the death penalty against a mass-murder suspect who was captured in Burke County after he went on the run. James Douglas Drayton, 26, was arrested nearly two years ago on suspicion of fatally shooting five people. Authorities say he tried to rob a convenience...
Lt. Gov. Robinson to release ‘safety plan’ during Statesville appearance
STATESVILLE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson is set to release a ‘safety plan’ during an appearance Wednesday morning in Statesville, campaign officials announced. Robinson, who is running as the Republican nominee for North Carolina governor in this November’s election, is looking to defeat Attorney General Josh Stein for the top spot […]
Suspect wanted in North Carolina for murder arrested in Buffalo
The Buffalo Police Department has made an arrest of a suspect wanted for murder and other charges in North Carolina. Craig Lynch of Buffalo is being held as he awaits extradition to North Carolina. Read more from WBEN:
South Carolina Man Arrested After Alleged Drive-By Shooting and Car Chase
A Belton, SC man is facing multiple charges in Hart County after an alleged drive-by shooting. According to Hart County Chief Investigator Capt. Chris Carroll it happened Monday night just after 10p. He said Hart County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a residence on the Lavonia Hwy where a vehicle had...
New multi-agency strategy leads to 21 arrests in northeast North Carolina for violent crimes
EDENTON, N.C. (WAVY) — A new approach to tackling violent crime has led to the indictment of 21 people accused of “contributing significantly” to offenses in northeast North Carolina. At least five them are known gang members. U.S. Attorney Michael Easley made the announcement with with a show of force standing with him Tuesday inside […]
North Carolina breaks tourism spending record in 2023
RALEIGH — Visitor spending continued to break records for North Carolina in 2023, according to data released on Aug. 13 by the N.C. Department of Commerce. Travel spending statewide rose 6.9% to $35.6 billion in 2023 to set a record in visitor spending. That growth followed a record-breaking increase of 15% in 2022. Direct tourism employment also increased statewide by 4.8% to 227,000. “It’s great to see increasing numbers of...
Board of Elections to determine if UNC virtual student IDs will count in upcoming election
The North Carolina Board of Elections is scheduled to take up a question about voter identification later Tuesday.The board will hold a remote meeting at 12:30 p.m. On the docket is a question about what type of photo identification college students can use to vote in the upcoming election.November's election will be the first presidential election where North Carolina voters are required to abide by the recently approved voter ID law. Over the past year, the Board of Elections has been approving more forms of ID that voters can use to prove their identity. The board has this complete list of which type of student IDs will be allowed.In a recent board meeting, one member raised an objection to allowing UNC students to use their virtual student ID. That objection is what the board will take up in its 12:30 p.m. meeting Tuesday. A vote is expected at the end of the meeting.Some states allow virtual driver's licenses to be used as valid forms of voter identification; North Carolina is not one of those states.Check back into this article later today to see what the board decides.
Tuesday night Mega Millions jackpot closes in on half a billion dollars
The North Carolina Education Lottery has reported that the Mega Millions jackpot continues to grow, climbing to $498 million for the drawing set for Tuesday night, August 20, 2024 A winner the drawing would have the choice of taking home the $498 million jackpot as an annuity or $245.3 million in cash. “The excitement in […] The post Tuesday night Mega Millions jackpot closes in on half a billion dollars appeared first on The Coastland Times.
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