Meet the Morganton woman who says hard work has kept her going ... for 105 years
“You’ve got to stay busy or either you’re gonna die,” Beatrice Smith, who turns 105 on May 17, said recently.
May 12, 2026Open source
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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
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
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
Bridging Families program provides homes for siblings in foster care
North Carolina nonprofit Crossnore Communities for Children is opening a duplex in Spindale this summer as part of the Bridging Families program that works t...
May 9, 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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Glen Alpine is in Burke County, North Carolina.
Region: North Carolina
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Georgia Tech baseball wins first ACC Tournament title since 2014
Drew Burress took sole possession of the Yellow Jackets' career home run record, and Georgia Tech rolled over North Carolina 13-6 to take the ACC Tournament...
May 24, 2026Open source
Northwestern 1 win away from 9th NCAA women’s lacrosse title after 16-11 victory over Johns Hopkins
Northwestern beat Johns Hopkins 16-11 in an NCAA women's lacrosse semifinal Friday, advancing to its fourth straight title game. The Wildcats play North Caro...
May 24, 2026Open source
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
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