1 dead, another hospitalized after rollover crash in Waxhaw
A vehicle crashing into a tree left one person dead and another hospitalized, with speed cited as a factor, according to Waxhaw Police.
May 6, 2026Open source
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73-year-old woman accused of killing husband in Union County
UNION COUNTY, N.C. — A woman who shot and killed her husband was arrested in Union County on Friday.
May 8, 2026Open source
Union County school board approves $174 million budget
The district says its top priority is paying staff, including projected 5% raises for teachers and other employees.
May 8, 2026Open source
Thousands of products seized in Union County smoke shop crackdown
The joint operation reportedly led to the confiscation of 3,500 pieces of evidence and 12 criminal charges across eight smoke shops in Monroe.
May 8, 2026Open source
NTSB releases preliminary report about Union County plane crash that killed 4
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released a preliminary report Wednesday, May 6, on a fatal airplane crash in Union that killed four people.
May 7, 2026Open source
Union County women allegedly posed as friends, family to swindle elderly men out of money, sheriff says
The victim told investigators that in a short period of time, he had spent or given the two women approximately $25,000. He also reported several items missing.
May 6, 2026Open source
Women charged after alleged elder exploitation began at Union County grocery store
The extortion of the elderly man reportedly began at a local grocery store.
May 6, 2026Open source
Winston-Salem State University hires Jay Butler as next men's basketball coach
Butler, who is an alum of Virginia Union, has been the head coach at his alma mater since 2015.
May 6, 2026Open source
Union-Bulletin
WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards, a North Carolina Republican, is under investigation by the House Committee on Ethics for sexual harassment, CNN repor...
May 2, 2026Open source
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NC lawmakers weigh constitutional amendments on labor unions, property tax changes
Labor unions, property taxes front and center as North Carolina lawmakers debate constitutional amendments - what it could mean for you.
May 20, 2026Open source
'Hocus Pocus 3' officially in development with fan favorites to return
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy are returning for a magical reunion. Here's the latest on "Hocus Pocus 3." (AP Photo)
May 6, 2026Open source
Ole Miss faces North Carolina in College World Series opener after historic road run
Ole Miss opens College World Series play Friday night against North Carolina after taking a tough road to get to Omaha for the first time since 2022. It’s...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Ole Miss loses 6-2 to North Carolina
Ole Miss opens College World Series play Friday night at 6 p.m. against No. 5 North Carolina after taking a tough road to get to Omaha for the first time sin...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Judge rules Veterans Guardian violates federal law — months after lobbying efforts in Kansas
A federal judge in North Carolina found that Veterans Guardian, a for-profit consultant that charges veterans for help filing their disability claims, violat...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
FEMA approves $300M for Helene recovery in WNC, including $172K for Polk County
POLK COUNTY—Nearly $300 million in FEMA funding related to Tropical Storm Helene was approved for Western North Carolina this week, officials announced Wed...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Sylvia Jean Foster Hutchins
Sylvia Jean Foster Hutchins, 73, of Rutherfordton, North Carolina, passed away on June 10, 2026, following an extended illness. Born on April 18, 1953, in Ru...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Shallow Ford helped settle western North Carolina. Now it’s becoming a historic site
The Shallow Ford, by a quirk in geography, was key to commerce and an important site in the Revolutionary War and the Civil War.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Could North Carolina have been a Spanish colony? It briefly was
"For Native Americans, it sends their ancestors on a trajectory that is so difficult over the coming centuries. ... But it also is the beginning of the Ameri...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
NCHSAA delays fall sports until at least Sept. 1
In response to North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper's announcement on Tuesday, July 14 regarding schools reopening for the 2020-21 academic year, the North Car...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Daymark counselor talks addiction, mental health, recovery in Avery County
AVERY COUNTY — Addiction affects individuals in all walks of life, whether directly or indirectly through relationships. Avery County and Western North Car...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Reeves closing distinguished tenure with Order of the Long Leaf Pine
After more than three decades shaping public education in North Carolina, Dr. Travis L. Reeves has been inducted into the company of Andy Griffith, Richard P...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Morrison earns promotion to NC Main Street program manager
The person now responsible for strengthening downtowns across North Carolina got her start doing it right here in Mount Airy.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Randy Porter
Mr. Randy Porter, age 67 of Maxton, North Carolina, formerly of Carrollton, Ga passed away on May 31, 2026. Celebration of life service will be held on Satur...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
North Carolina HS valedictorian speaks out after heckling student shames his speech
A North Carolina high school valedictorian who was outed by a heckling senior after appearing to quote Ye in his graduation speech has told how the controver...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Too sick to work, but can they prove it? New Medicaid rule worries patients
Blood cancer survivor DeAnna Brandon worries about new Medicaid work requirements affecting her health coverage. The North Carolina resident expected a medic...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Billy Joe Whitaker,
Billy Joe Whitaker, age 82 of Rutherfordton, NC, passed away peacefully on May 30th, 2026. A memorial service will be held at a later date at Fellowship Bapt...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Stevens resigning from N.C. House
A veteran member of the North Carolina Legislature from Mount Airy is resigning in order to focus her efforts on joining the state’s highest court.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
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Ole Miss faces North Carolina in College World Series opener after historic road run
Ole Miss opens College World Series play Friday night against North Carolina after taking a tough road to get to Omaha for the first time since 2022. It’s...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Ole Miss loses 6-2 to North Carolina
Ole Miss opens College World Series play Friday night at 6 p.m. against No. 5 North Carolina after taking a tough road to get to Omaha for the first time sin...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Judge rules Veterans Guardian violates federal law — months after lobbying efforts in Kansas
A federal judge in North Carolina found that Veterans Guardian, a for-profit consultant that charges veterans for help filing their disability claims, violat...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
FEMA approves $300M for Helene recovery in WNC, including $172K for Polk County
POLK COUNTY—Nearly $300 million in FEMA funding related to Tropical Storm Helene was approved for Western North Carolina this week, officials announced Wed...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Sylvia Jean Foster Hutchins
Sylvia Jean Foster Hutchins, 73, of Rutherfordton, North Carolina, passed away on June 10, 2026, following an extended illness. Born on April 18, 1953, in Ru...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Shallow Ford helped settle western North Carolina. Now it’s becoming a historic site
The Shallow Ford, by a quirk in geography, was key to commerce and an important site in the Revolutionary War and the Civil War.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Could North Carolina have been a Spanish colony? It briefly was
"For Native Americans, it sends their ancestors on a trajectory that is so difficult over the coming centuries. ... But it also is the beginning of the Ameri...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
NCHSAA delays fall sports until at least Sept. 1
In response to North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper's announcement on Tuesday, July 14 regarding schools reopening for the 2020-21 academic year, the North Car...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Daymark counselor talks addiction, mental health, recovery in Avery County
AVERY COUNTY — Addiction affects individuals in all walks of life, whether directly or indirectly through relationships. Avery County and Western North Car...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
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