Young entrepreneurs bring sustainable fashion to downtown Columbus
Luminary Vintage, located at 20 S. Front St., was founded by two 20-year-old entrepreneurs and is stepping into the city’s growing small business scene.
May 23, 2026Open source
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1 seriously injured after being hit by vehicle in east Columbus
Officers were called on a report of a person hit by a vehicle around 9:30 a.m. at East Broad Street and Edgevale Road, located near Bexley.
May 23, 2026Open source
Video shows Columbus police cruiser hitting stopped car, divider on I-270 due to heavy rain
The crash happened Tuesday just after 9:45 p.m. on I-270 North near Roberts Road on the city’s northwest side.
May 23, 2026Open source
UGA graduate dies during trip to Alabama lake
A 24-year-old UGA graduate from Columbus died after jumping into an Alabama lake during a graduation trip with friends.
May 18, 2026Open source
St. Paul Saints employee runs marathon inside CHS Field While the St. Paul Saints faced off against Columbu...
While the St. Paul Saints faced off against Columbus on Sunday, Seigo Masubuchi was running a marathon on the concourse inside CHS Field.
May 18, 2026Open source
Reconstruction project to close part of 33rd Avenue in Columbus through summer
Reconstruction project to close part of 33rd Avenue in Columbus through summer
May 15, 2026Open source
New DNA analysis of Christopher Columbus reveals truth about explorer's origins that rewrites history
A new DNA analysis of remains belonging to direct descendants of Christopher Columbus has uncovered a history-changing truth about the explorer
May 14, 2026Open source
Local artisan sells unique homemade wind chimes at Columbus Farmers Market
COLUMBUS—Linda Wulf, the creative mind behind Linda’s Clayhouse, showcases her handmade wind chimes at the Columbus Farmers Market on Saturday mornings f...
May 11, 2026Open source
County planning staff to host community conversation May 20 in Columbus
COLUMBUS—Residents are invited to share input and engage with local officials during an upcoming Community Conversation hosted by Polk County planning staf...
May 7, 2026Open source
Keep America (and Columbus) Beautiful clean-up challenge
Vanessa Oceguera, executive director of Keep Columbus Beautiful talks about her work in April picking up 250 pieces of trash a day, the same challenge she an...
May 6, 2026Open source
Egor Chinakhov finally met great expectations with the Penguins
Penguins president of hockey operations Kyle Dubas wasn’t necessarily optimistic about what forward Egor Chinakhov could do with the Penguins after he...
May 6, 2026Open source
Numerour records set at HAC track meet
COLUMBUS — Weather, as any Nebraskan can avow, is a capricious wisp — one moment warm and welcome, the next a cold slap on the cheek.
May 6, 2026Open source
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Polk County Schools, Tryon Elementary earn Purple Star Award for commitment to military families
POLK COUNTY—Polk County Schools and Tryon Elementary School have once again been recognized among North Carolina’s most military-friendly educational ins...
May 12, 2026Open source
NCHSAA sanctions girls’ flag football, boys’ volleyball as official sports
The North Carolina High School Athletic Association Board of Directors voted Wednesday to sanction women’s flag football and boys volleyball as official ch...
May 7, 2026Open source
Deputies say chase ends in crash after traffic stop
A traffic stop in Polk County, North Carolina, ended with the driver crashing after taking deputies on a chase on Wednesday.
May 6, 2026Open source
Police pursuit ends with collision on Hunting Country Rd.
North Carolina Highway Patrol currently investigating incident TRYON— On Wednesday, May 6, a driver fled police after an attempted traffic stop, and led...
May 6, 2026Open source
Saluda man pleads guilty to 2nd-degree murder, sentenced to at least 16 years
A Saluda man has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2022 death of Daniel Case, a 47-year-old Hendersonville man.According to a May 4 news release fro
May 4, 2026Open source
Saluda man pleads guilty to 2nd-degree murder, sentenced to at least 16 years
A Saluda man has pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2022 death of Daniel Case, a 47-year-old Hendersonville man.According to a May 4 news release fro
May 4, 2026Open source
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Feds sue Colorado over ban on certain firearm magazines
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday filed a lawsuit against Colorado for its ban on firearm magazines that hold more than 15...
May 6, 2026Open source
States pushing back on data center sales tax breaks as Wisconsin forgoes $1.5B
(The Center Square) – While those supporting sales tax breaks for data center projects say they believe the breaks are necessary to compete for projects am...
May 6, 2026Open source
Why 2026 Is the Year to Rethink Your College Savings Strategy
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May 6, 2026Open source
Pilot uninjured after incident at Hendersonville Airport: highway patrol
On Friday afternoon, the North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to a reported plane crash at Hendersonville Airport - 047.
May 16, 2026Open source
Witness recounts hearing gunfire during Asheville apartment shooting
A witness is recounting the terrifying moments he heard gunshots in a shooting that sent two people to the hospital on Thursday.
May 15, 2026Open source
'We lost everything': Western NC businesses seek support after Helene as recovery drags on
Gov. Stein met with western North Carolina leaders as communities continue recovering from Hurricane Helene.
May 13, 2026Open source
Wrongful death lawsuit filed after Asheville garbage truck struck, killed woman in 2025
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed after an Asheville woman was fatally struck and run over by a city dump truck in April 2025.
May 12, 2026Open source
Fire at pro baseball stadium in North Carolina cancels games
A weekend fire broke out at the Hickory Crawdads’ L.P. Frans Stadium.
May 11, 2026Open source
2 hospitalized after shooting outside North Wilkesboro gym: SBI
NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. — Two people were hospitalized Friday evening after a shooting outside a North Wilkesboro gym, according to the North Carolina State...
May 9, 2026Open source
Former North Carolina doughnut store workers still waiting for pay after abrupt closing
Vortex Doughnuts employees say they are still waiting to be paid after the popular Asheville donut shop abruptly closed last month.
May 7, 2026Open source
Motorcyclist dies from injuries in wreck
A man died as a result of injuries he received when the motorcycle he was operating wrecked on Mountain Valley Church Road in the Millers Creek Fire District...
May 6, 2026Open source
Auction, flower bouquet sale raise funds for 4-H
An online auction will be held May 8 to raise money for Wilkes County 4-H.
May 6, 2026Open source
Council members have their say on proposed budget
Brevard City Council members discussed the proposed budget Monday night, including a 2.5-cent property tax increase, a 4% hike in utility services and other...
May 6, 2026Open source
RMS's Sarah Reid named 2026 District Teacher of the Year
Transylvania County Schools celebrated its finest this spring at the 2nd annual Legacy Banquet, an evening dedicated to honoring school employees of the year...
May 6, 2026Open source
City manager, residents facing higher bills
Steady light rain this morning. Showers continuing this afternoon. High 69F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 80%. Localized flooding is possible..
May 6, 2026Open source
West softballers win MVC tourney crown
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May 6, 2026Open source
Dedication ceremony taking place May 16 for new Valle Crucis School
VALLE CRUCIS — Watauga County Schools and the Watauga County Commissioners have announced a formal dedication ceremony for the new Valle Crucis campus on S...
May 6, 2026Open source
Marion's Tailgate Market opens for 2026 season. See photos here.
On Saturday, May 2, Marion celebrated the first Tailgate Market for 2026, and photographer John Sacco was there to capture the event in photos.
May 4, 2026Open source
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Columbus is in Polk County, North Carolina.
Region: North Carolina
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Raleigh police: Man shot, robbed on Newbold Street; injuries not life-threatening
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May 23, 2026Open source
Durham's Flags for Heroes: Honor your personal hero with flag at Hub RTP
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May 23, 2026Open source
NC governor orders flags at half-staff following death of NASCAR champion Kyle Busch
Stein ordered U.S. and North Carolina flags at all state facilities to fly at half-staff from sunrise Saturday, May 23, through sunset Sunday, May 24.
May 22, 2026Open source
Racing fans mourn the loss of NASCAR star Kyle Busch
The 41-year-old passed away suddenly in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday after a "serious illness."
May 22, 2026Open source
'He was a great guy' | Racing community reacts to the sudden death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch
On Wednesday, May 20, Kyle Busch was found unresponsive in a driving simulator in Concord, North Carolina, according to new reporting by the Associated Press.
May 22, 2026Open source
Several North Carolina lakes see dropping water levels ahead of Memorial Day weekend
As central North Carolina's lakes face below-normal water levels, Greensboro officials monitor conditions ahead of a busy holiday weekend.
May 21, 2026Open source
After a more than year fight, Durham woman get diminished value claim
Under North Carolina law, a driver who was not at fault in a crash can file a diminished value claim for the loss in a vehicle's market value
May 21, 2026Open source
Weather Impact: Afternoon clouds and heat, scattered showers and t-storms this evening
A look at the forecast for North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region, including Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, Thomasville, Reidsville, Lexington, and b...
May 21, 2026Open source
Montgomery County man charged with murdering mom arrested in North Carolina
Ricardo Colato-Salamanca was arrested in North Carolina this week days after officers said he murdered his mother in their home and drove off in her car.
May 20, 2026Open source
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