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NC health workers detected lead contamination in applesauce that led to a nationwide recall, several lawsuits
Quick work from a North Carolina pediatrician and Catawba County public health authorities helped detect mass lead poisoning that has affected more than 500 children in at least 44 states. Their action helped get the word out quickly to unsuspecting parents across the country about tainted applesauce. In a new...
Severe storms and flash flooding cause problems across central NC on Monday afternoon
The chance for severe storms became a reality Monday afternoon in central North Carolina.Shortly before 3:15 p.m. a severe thunderstorm pushed through Durham, Granville, Wake and Franklin counties for a little over an hour.The storm brought flash flooding to some areas, including a service road along side 15-501 in Durham. The driver of a white truck crashed into a hole in the ground while trying to cut the corner and avoid the flooded part of the service road.Dangerously, the crashed truck rested on top of a natural gas line. Because of that, emergency crews had to take extra precautions when...
Pelosi delivers speech to NC Democrats with notable absence — Biden’s future as nominee
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — In a state expected to help decide the presidency, House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi did little to quell speculation on President Joe Biden’s path forward as the Democratic nominee to a room full of North Carolina Democrats on Saturday. Pelosi addressed more than 900 people at the North Carolina Democratic Party […]
Mars Hill theatre celebrates 50 seasons of ‘Sartians’
MARS HILL, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Mars Hill founded its Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre in 1975, and the spotlight has never dimmed since. Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre, affectionately known as SART, is concluding its 50th season with the play “Taking a Chance on Love,” written by founding SART member C. Robert Jones. The show alternates between 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. performances and runs until July 28 with Friday to Sunday performances.
Landowners Along Ecusta Trail Win $5M Claim Against Federal Government
Asheville -- In a landmark decision, 164 landowners along the proposed Ecusta Trail have been awarded over $5 million. in compensation from the federal government. This ruling follows years of litigation surrounding the conversion of a former railroad corridor into a multiuse greenway. According to a press release from the...
Classic Movie Club Reschedules Singin’ in the Rain
The Classic Movie Club, which shows films monthly at the Yancey County Public Library, has rescheduled Singin’ in the Rain for July 29. The showing had to be canceled earlier this month due to issues with equipment. Showtime is 7 p.m. on Monday, July 29, for Singin’ in the...
Toe River Crafts 50th Anniversary Reception at Yancey Library
The public is invited to a reception on Friday, July 26, from 3-5 p.m. in the Herring-Kivette Gallery at the library to celebrate this exhibit and Toe River Craft’s 50th Anniversary. The members wanted to share some memories and work with local residents through an exhibit at the Yancey...
SylvanSport Marks Milestone with ‘Micro Series’ Launch
BREVARD, N.C. – SylvanSport, the Brevard, N.C.-based innovator and manufacturer of renowned adventure travel trailers, pop-up campers, rooftop tents, and outdoor gear, celebrates its 20th anniversary with the launch of its latest product line, the 2025 Micro Adventure Series (MAS). Maintaining the brand’s commitment to renowned design, quality, and comfort, MAS is all about being compact, lightweight, and nimble, according to a company release.
Quilt Show Aug 2 – 3 At Mt Mitchell Crafts Fair in Burnsville
Mountain Piecemakers quilt show will be inside the Burnsville Town Center during the Mt Mitchell Crafts Fair August 2 and 3, 9:30-4:30. The show will have large bed quilts, small quilts, wall hangings, and fiber arts, as well as displays of our Veteran Quilt and Project Linus service projects. There will be a “country store” of quilt items inside the Town Center and the guild will have a booth on the square displaying our 2024 opportunity quilt.
Two People Charged In Eastern Lincoln County Break-Ins
LINCOLN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE | Comments: 0 | Leave a comment. LINCOLNTON, N.C. - Two people are facing charges for separate business break-ins that occurred in the Denver and Stanley areas. One break in occurred on June 10, at a restaurant near the 500 block of Brentwood Rd in Denver. The suspect entered through a door after hours and stole an electronic gaming machine. The other break-in occurred on July 10, near the 6000 block of Old Plank Road. In that case the suspects entered the business after hours and stole an ATM machine that had several thousand dollars in cash inside.
Durham man accused of trying to fraudulently obtain over $6K in insurance scheme, officials say
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) – A Durham man is accused of trying to fraudulently obtain more than $6,700 from an insurance company after he was involved in a car crash, the North Carolina Department of Insurance announced Monday. According to special agents with the N.C. Department of Insurance Criminal Investigations...
Wilkes County man accused of killing wife who was found dead in Little Elkin Creek
WILKES COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A Wilkes County man is accused of killing his wife and is being charged with murder, according to the Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office. At around 7:33 a.m. on Saturday, Wilkes County deputies and the Elkin Police Department came to the 100 block of Hilltop Circle in Ronda after getting a […]
2.2 Magnitude Earthquake Just Struck Boone
A magnitude 2.2 earthquakes struck just north of Charlotte yesterday morning near the city of Boone. According to the USGS, the first quake struck at 4:25 am this morning with a magnitude of 2.2 and a depth of 6.9 km. Last month, a 2.2 magnitude earthquake just struck the...
Here are Gastonia, Shelby high school football's most dominant programs the past 20 years
No matter one’s view, there’s no getting around the fact that high school football in Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties is a big deal. With the exception of an abbreviated spring 2021 campaign, a team from the tri-county area has advanced to the NCHSAA regional final round each year since 2001. By and large, however, a familiar group of perennial winners have separated themselves from others locally, and in some cases their peers statewide. ...
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