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On his way out, Governor Cooper expands support for people leaving prison
This article was originally published by Bolts, a nonprofit publication that covers criminal justice and voting rights in local governments. After serving 14 months in prison for petty crimes, the state of North Carolina released me into homelessness on Dec. 30, 2000 with only the prison clothes on my back, a paper identification card, and $3.36 in […] The post On his way out, Governor Cooper expands support for people leaving prison appeared first on NC Newsline.
2024 FCS Top 25: No. 16 Western Carolina Football Preview
Western Carolina ranks No. 16 in HERO Sports’ FCS Preseason Top 25. The Catamounts finished 7-4 last year, missing the FCS playoffs. Here’s a look at the 2024 WCU football squad. Returning 2023 All-Conference Players (2) First Team. QB Cole Gonzales. Second Team. OL Blake Whitmore. D1 Transfer...
Annual Tryon Beer Fest set to return on November 2
TRYON—The 13th annual Tryon Beer Fest is returning to the Depot Plaza on November 2. This exciting event promises a delightful blend of live music, food, sweets, face painting, games, and, most importantly, craft breweries from across the Carolinas. The festival, supported by the Tryon Downtown Development Association and the event’s presenting sponsor, New View […] The post Annual Tryon Beer Fest set to return on November 2 appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Henderson County, Congressman Edwards host "Veterans Stand Down" event
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Henderson County teamed up with Congressman Chuck Edwards for an event to help veterans on Thursday, July 18. "Veterans Stand Down" was held at the Hedrick-Rhodes Veterans Center in Hendersonville. The event supports veterans, helping them find access to services and benefits. This ranges...
This Charlotte Mother Starts Her Day At 1:30 am To Make a Better Life For the Family
This Charlotte mother and Diva gets up at 1:30 am every morning to start her day and works til 5:30 pm. She’s all about taking care of family. And that’s why I’m honoring MELISSA BRIGGS as Diva of the Day. Her daughter, Diamond, says she never complains and tries to hide her fatigue, but she knows better. We are celebrating the ‘Woman Power’ in Melissa! Congratulations!
Fallen Henderson County Sheriff's Deputy, Marine Ryan Hendrix honored with bridge naming
Nearly four years after he was shot and killed in the line of duty, Henderson County Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Hendrix was honored with a bridge named after him at a July 18 ceremony at the Henderson County Sheriff's Office. The bridge that runs over Interstate 26 on Four Seasons...
TIEC to host Spartan Races
MILL SPRING—The Spartan Race is returning to the Tryon International Equestrian Center on August 3 and August 4, offering a series of obstacle course races designed to test participants’ endurance, strength, and agility. The race series includes various race types, such as Sprint, Super, and Beast, each with different levels of difficulty and distance. The […] The post TIEC to host Spartan Races appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
9-month-old found dead in Catawba County, mom charged with murder
CATAWBA COUNTY, N.C. — A Catawba County mother is charged with murder in connection with the death of her 9-month-old daughter, investigators said. The Catawba County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a suspicious person in the area of Section House Road around 5 a.m. on Friday, July 12. When deputies arrived, they found 39-year-old Megan Stack Sattizahn walking in the area. Deputies claimed that Sattizahn appeared disoriented before leading them to her home on Tanglewood Drive.
'No legal pathway' to keep popular Asheville river bar open, Buncombe County says
ASHEVILLE - As locals decry the impending closure of French Broad Outfitters riverside tubing, boating and bar operation at Hominy Creek, the result of a recently rediscovered 2006 conservation easement, Buncombe County says, legally, its hands are tied. "I know this is really sad news about French Broad Outfitters. The...
GWU receives grant that will help digitize Cleveland County's historical documents
Gardner-Webb University’s Dover Library recently received a $42,000 grant from the State Library of North Carolina. The money will be used to digitize historical church records on microfilm and documents in the Cleveland County Historical Collection. The project is a joint effort of Dover Library, and the Earl Scruggs Center Museum and Broad River Genealogical Society, both in Shelby.
$3 lottery ticket bought in Hickory hits for $100K
HICKORY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – A lottery ticket purchased in Hickory by an Alabama resident ended up hitting for a big prize, North Carolina Lottery officials announced Thursday. Alabama resident Christopher Baker bought $3 Quick Pick at Jack B. Quick on Old NC 10 and doubled his prize when he hit a multiplier. “I […]
‘Be a Hero’ Comic Con returns to Lincolnton
LINCOLNTON – Who you gonna call? Heroes, like the staff and volunteers with Communities in Schools of Lincoln County (CIS) – superheroes tasked with assisting local middle school students to stay in school and achieve in life. With the theme of the movie, “Ghostbusters” – celebrating a 40th...
Shooting at Greenville, South Carolina, hotel sends victim to hospital, deputies say
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Someone was shot overnight at a Greenville, South Carolina, hotel, officials said Friday morning. Ryan Flood with the Greenville County Sheriff's Office said the person was shot outside the Baymont Inn and Suites at 31 Old Country Road. Flood said deputies were called to the hotel...
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