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Billy Blanton Jr's body has been found after he was declared missing.

COLUMBUS—Local fire departments were dispatched to a large fire in a wooded area alongside Hwy. 74  just after 5 p.m. on Monday. Crews are currently on the scene working to extinguish hotspots. The fire was spread along multiple patches over the course of approximately a quarter of a mile near mile marker 161, according to […] The post BREAKING: Crews working large fire along Hwy. 74 appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.

MARION, N.C. (WLOS) — An investigation is underway after a Marion man was robbed at gunpoint by juveniles, police say. The Marion Police Department says on Saturday, Nov. 25, around 5 p.m., a man and a juvenile were in the parking lot of Lowe's Home Improvement on Highway 70 when they were approached by a juvenile male. There was a verbal exchange, and money was voluntarily given to the juvenile male.

In this article, we explore four exceptional bakeries in Hendersonville. Have you had the chance to visit any of these delightful spots yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts! Please feel free to share your experiences in the comments section below.

MILLS RIVER, N.C. (WLOS) — An early morning fire claimed not only the home of one Mills River couple, but also their beloved pet as well. A GoFundMe that was created in support explained that Mason and Lily Crofut’s home ignited in flames early Monday morning, Nov. 27, with their belongings and animals inside.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) – Officials apprehended an inmate who escaped from a Rutherford County detention center Saturday night. The Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched with other authorities to the prison camp on Ledbetter Road in Spindale in reference to an escaped inmate. Law enforcement was advised that inmate Corey Lamont McMillian had escaped […]

HENDERSONVILLE - The Bounty of Bethlehem will be celebrating 40 years of offering a Christmas Day feast to the community, and according to its director, Annamarie Jakubielski, its guiding principle remains the same: "No one should be alone on Christmas Day." She said the event, which began in the early...

In the serene realms of Rutherford County, North Carolina, lies the unincorporated community of Harris—a historical gem rooted in the 1700s. This quaint town started as a cluster of farms and has since preserved its rich heritage, with the Wombles, Smiths, Hollemans, and Stevens families shaping its vibrant past. Notable landmarks like the Harrisburg Post Office and the restored Cabarrus County log cabin, along with the dedicated Harris Lake County Park, tell tales of the town's evolution and commitment to environmental stewardship.

HENDERSONVILLE — Bullington Gardens, a horticultural education center and public garden, holds its 19th annual Holiday Greenery and Craft Sale 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec. 1 and 2. The Holiday Greenery and Craft Sale offers decorated wreaths and swags enhanced with botanicals gathered on the Garden grounds...

Press release from Asheville-Buncombe Homeless Coalition:. Code Purple for Wednesday, 11/29/23. Additional weather information found at weather.gov. Code Purple is a coordinated effort among Asheville and Buncombe County shelters and other organizations to provide emergency overflow shelter to people experiencing homelessness during extremely cold weather (at or below 32 degrees, including wind chill, or 33-40 degrees with precipitation). During Code Purple, participating shelters will provide more beds with fewer requirements than their typical programming. Code Purple sites will also work with participants to refer them to ongoing shelter and housing options.

This article presents a tour of three delightful bakeries in Fletcher. Have you had the pleasure of visiting any of them? If yes, we would love to hear your experiences in the comments section below:

This week in Hendersonville, North Carolina, two incidents occurred that raised concerns for the community's safety. In the first incident, a thief was captured on surveillance video stealing approximately $600 worth of meat from a local restaurant. The suspect was also seen stealing a generator from the restaurant's food truck later in the week. In the second incident, a man named David Bruce Pressley was found guilty of rape and other offenses, resulting in him being sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of early release.

Want to know why we use mistletoe as a decoration during the holidays?. Why do we place a candle in the window as a decoration?. Join SVM’s executive director, LeAnne Johnson, this December to learn the myths and practices of a traditional Appalachian Christmas while making customary Appalachian ornaments like an orange and clove spice ball or decorating a sweet-poke stocking to hang above your fireplace!

HENDERSONVILLE - George and Marie Baxevanis, opened their first restaurant in Winston-Salem in 1979 with just $84. "Thanks to my parents, working hard comes naturally. I was born in 1980. I've been a part of the restaurant business all of my life ... I was born into it," 43-year-old Alex Baxevanis told the Times-News Nov. 24, just weeks before he and his wife, Ashleigh, 34, plan to open Feta Flav Greek Taverna, a Greek food restaurant at Blue Ridge Commons Shopping Center at 2111 Asheville Highway.

Just in time for the holiday season, a new destination for exciting beverages and delectable cuisine has arrived in the heart of Hendersonville. Claywood Wine-Whiskey Social, situated at 317 Seventh Ave. East, officially unveiled its doors on November 15, marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce.

Located in Hendersonville, NC, The Ugly Mug is a cute coffee shop that has a cozy and welcoming vibe, making it the ideal place for a relaxing coffee break. This cute place is loved by locals because it has a big selection of drinks and the service is really nice.

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WSPA) – A man was shot and killed in the parking lot of a bar in Hendersonville early Friday morning.

ASHEVILLE, NC – November 29, 2023 – The COVID-19 metrics are on the CDC’s COVID Dashboard. For the week ending on November 11th:. Hospital admission levels are low in 94 of 100 counties in North Carolina, including Buncombe County, and about 86% of the counties in the U.S. However, they have increased in North Carolina and increased in Buncombe County from the previous week.

Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near black mountain.

ASHEVILLE - While some want to spend a night by a warm campfire under the stars, others prefer the safety and security of a regular hotel. Some want something in between — and it looks like they may be getting more options. A new glamour camping, or "glamping," development...