Expect more hazy skies in our area from wildfires in Canada on Thursday. More than 100 fires are burning out of control in central and eastern Canada. That's leading to air quality concerns in the US, including a "code orange" air quality in western North Carolina.
'WE'RE EXPERIENCING THE EFFECTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE-INDUCED WILDFIRES,' UNCA PROFESSOR SAYS
Authorities have released more details after a deadly crash in McDowell County. Authorities say, Malorie Nicole Padgett, 35, of Marion, was killed after the vehicle she was riding in drove off the road, striking several trees, Tuesday afternoon. The driver was flown to Mission Hospital with injuries. Charges are pending concerning this incident.
NEW DETAILS RELEASED IN DEADLY MCDOWELL COUNTY CRASH
Canton Mayor Zeb Smathers said basic, required services -- police, fire, streets, recreation -- will be maintained even as the town looks for ways to close a $3 million gap in its budget after the closure of the Pactiv Evergreen mill. The mayor said he'll continue discussions with the General Assembly and the Governor's Office for any emergency funding that may come Canton's way.
CREATIVE BUDGET CUTS HELP CLOSE CANTON'S $3M SHORTFALL LEFT BY PAPER MILL'S CLOSURE