Craggy Correctional Center to shut down, citing high living costs
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) is beginning to reduce operations at its Craggy Correctional Center, in preparation for a closure.
May 16, 2026Open source
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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
Man and teen charged with killing her family in NC captured in Tennessee
Gatlinburg police say a 16-year-old girl who was first reported missing after a triple homicide in Buncombe County, North Carolina, was found at a hotel in T...
May 12, 2026Open source
Teen accused of killing 3 family members at North Carolina home
A 16-year-old was charged with the murders of her parents and grandmother in Buncombe County.
May 11, 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
Back on top: Lady Pioneers repeat as regional champs, boys claim runner-up
ASHEVILLE — New classification, same championship success for Watauga girls track and field.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Severe flash flooding in Bat Cave causes hazardous driving conditions as the region still recovers from Helene
Western North Carolina was hit with more flooding months after Hurricane Helene recovery began.
May 27, 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
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
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
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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Ridgecrest is in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
Region: North Carolina
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28770
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Porn shop clerk Louis Love Money sues Mark Robinson over claims stemming from Robinson’s disastrous 2024...
Porn shop clerk Louis Love Money sues Mark Robinson over claims stemming from Robinson’s disastrous 2024 campaign for North Carolina governor
May 28, 2026Open source
Weekly drought monitor released: major improvements, still long way to go
Much of the worst two categories of drought were eliminated across North Carolina, but we still need 20"+ of rain statewide over the next three months to bre...
May 28, 2026Open source
San Jose skateboarding icon, ‘a genius and a tortured soul,’ dies at 49
Obituary for skateboarder Marc Johnson, who grew up in North Carolina and made his name on the Bay Area skateboard scene.
May 27, 2026Open source
San Jose skateboarding icon, ‘a genius and a tortured soul,’ dies at 49
Obituary for skateboarder Marc Johnson, who grew up in North Carolina and made his name on the Bay Area skateboard scene.
May 27, 2026Open source
Lee County school board member found dead in NC house fire; cause under investigation
Marcus Phillip Mason was found dead inside a Sanford, NC home after a house fire.
May 27, 2026Open source
Multiple employees hurt after explosion at North Carolina manufacturing plant, sheriff's office says
An explosion at International Paper in Manson, NC injured several employees, with non-life-threatening injuries reported, according to the sheriff's office.
May 27, 2026Open source
North Carolina teacher killed during holiday weekend police chase in Atlanta
A North Carolina grandmother visiting her family was killed on Monday during a high-speed police chase that ended at an Atlanta gas station.
May 27, 2026Open source
North Carolina medical examiners warn of staffing crisis
North Carolina medical examiners say low pay and difficult working conditions are driving workers away from the job, with nearly 40 leaving in the past year.
May 27, 2026Open source
Meet the students representing central NC at the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee
There are eight bee competitors from North Carolina in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and six of them are from the Triangle area.
May 27, 2026Open source
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