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WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday in Hendersonville

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Simon Gurdal celebrated his 100th birthday Sunday at the Elks Lodge in Hendersonville, surrounded by friends and family. Gurdal was just 17 when he joined Belgium’s Brigade Piron to fight alongside the Allies during World War II. He was wounded during the war, telling News 13, “On my way back, a German sniper shot me with his machine gun. I got a bullet in my hand and a bullet in my foot.”

Hendersonville, NC · 2d

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Debate grows over who will fill Kim Roney’s Asheville council seat

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Kim Roney hasn’t been sworn in as Asheville’s next mayor, but the question of who should take her place on City Council is already stirring debate. During a Thursday, Nov. 5, agenda briefing, council members discussed whether to open an application process or...

Asheville, NC · 2d

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Families struggle with rising grocery costs, elected leaders outline plans to lower prices

WOODFIN, N.C. (WLOS) — For families across western North Carolina, the rising cost of groceries is becoming harder to manage, with some spending as much as $1,000 a month just to keep food on the table. The strain is showing up at food banks across the region. MANNA FoodBank...

Woodfin, NC · 4h

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Asheville Council weighs nearly $7M for I-26 upgrades

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Asheville City Council will consider revising a nearly $7 million agreement Tuesday, Nov. 10, to pay for bicycle, pedestrian and other improvements along the I-26 Connector. The proposal is one of several items on a busy agenda that also includes millions in Tropical Storm Helene...

Asheville, NC · 1d

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Hendersonville Green Drinks to Examine Data Center Development November 12th

Hendersonville Green Drinks will focus on data center development during a November 12th program at The Local Table. The gathering, titled “Data Centers – Risks and Best Practices,” will take place at 1307 7th Avenue East in Hendersonville. Megan Kimball will examine the environmental impacts of data...

Hendersonville, NC · 1d

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Clyde awaits deeds to pursue grants and decide future uses for 36 floodplain parcels

CLYDE, N.C. (WLOS) — In September, Haywood County Commissioners voted to give land previously bought with federal money following storms like Ivan and Frances in 2004 and Fred in 2021 to the Town of Clyde. However, two months later, the deeds are still pending. "The town reached out to...

Clyde, NC · 1d

The Mount Airy News

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Flat Rock Elementary honors veterans

Flat Rock Elementary students and staff recently gathered to honor, remember, and express gratitude to the men and women who have served the nation in the armed forces. The program started with a flag parade led by students in pre-kindergarten and kindergarten. The guest speaker was Surry County Schools Board of Education member Dale Badgett, Command Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force (Ret.), who “delivered an inspiring message,” school officials said. Fourth- and fifth- grade students performed several songs and included a poetry reading. “Our veterans were recognized for their service and provided a meal to share with their families,” officials there said. “Thank you veterans.”

Surry County, NC · 2d

Queen City News

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NC man led effort to remember Gulf War vets through personal tragedy

WAYNESVILLE, N.C (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – At the Haywood County Courthouse, memorials honor veterans of the Vietnam and Korean Wars. That’s where I interviewed Scott Stump of Waynesville. For 16 years, he led the effort to remember veterans of the first Gulf War in Washington, D.C. “This period of history and all the events and […]

Waynesville, NC · 1d

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Malvern Hills Pool Construction Expected to Begin Before Year-End

Construction of a new swimming pool at Malvern Hills Park is expected to begin before the end of 2026, according to the City of Asheville. The West Asheville facility is scheduled to open for the summer 2028 swimming season, following City Council approval of a construction contract amendment on October 27th.

Asheville, NC · 1d

FOX Carolina

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Greenville County considers new rules for short-term rentals

GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - A Greenville County Council committee is scheduled to discuss proposed regulations for short-term rentals as county leaders report an increase in rental activity and concerns from neighbors. The Short-Term Rental Ad Hoc Committee is scheduled to meet at 4 p.m. at University Ridge. The...

Greenville County, SC · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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‘Pigs can fly': How NC Democrats notched victories in red, rural areas | Opinion

Last week, Lynne Russo achieved what many people had told her was impossible: flipping a deep red district in western North Carolina . Russo, a Democrat, won her race in North Carolina House District 117 with more than 50% of the vote, after running a campaign primarily focused on the cost of living and Hurricane Helene recovery. When Russo first decided to run for office, her Henderson County district wasn’t expected to be competitive. A Republican won it by more than 15 points in 2024, and it’s been decades since any Democrat represented the county in Raleigh. Russo said people reminded her of that nearly every day. “People constantly told me this seat is unflippable,” Russo said. “People that I was certain should have given me money or should have believed in my campaign didn’t. It took some inner fortitude to hear that and keep going.” But Russo always believed that if she worked hard enough, she could win. She sold her condo to cover her living expenses so she could run for office full-time, and she estimates she spent around 16 hours a day working on her campaign. She knocked doors, hosted events, held “coffee talks” with constituents, sent

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Buncombe County elections board completes sample audit of midterm ballots

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Although the midterm elections have ended, Buncombe County election officials were still hard at work Monday, Nov. 9, completing a sample audit. The Buncombe County Board of Elections said two precincts, 42.1 Emma Elementary School and 28.1 Covenant Reformed Presbyterian, were randomly selected by...

Buncombe County, NC · 1d

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Lack of information, trust to blame for Greenville County penny tax rejection, council chair says

Among the reasons Greenville County voters rejected a one-cent local option sales tax proposal is a lack of understanding of how far behind county is on road maintenance, according to County Council Chairman Benton Blount. Blount, who represents District 19, also cited lingering distrust that county government can deliver on...

Greenville County, SC · 1d

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Contract for Greenville County Schools superintendent extended through 2030

Greenville County Schools Superintendent Burke Royster’s employment contract has been extended through June 30, 2030. The school district’s Board of Trustees unanimously approved the contract extension after conducting Royster’s annual performance review on Nov. 9. Royster earned an exemplary performance rating and was assessed in six categories:

Greenville County, SC · 1d

Western Carolinian

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WCU early voting site ranks second statewide in turnout increase

Western Carolina University’s new early voting site at the Health and Human Sciences Building has the second highest percentage increase in voter turnout of any early voting site in North Carolina during the 2026 midterm election, according to a new analysis by political science professor Chris Cooper. The site...

Cullowhee, NC · 1d

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Greenville County state House race among contests expected to require recounts

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - A state House race in Greenville County is among three contests expected to require recounts based on unofficial election results, according to the South Carolina State Election Commission. The commission said unofficial results in State House District 27 would require a recount. A recount would...

Greenville County, SC · 13h

NC Local

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Democrats made gains in Western N.C. Now comes the hard part.

Republicans held onto most of their mountain seats, but two House districts flipped. With political power changing in Raleigh and Washington, cooperation will be key to Hurricane Helene recovery.

Henderson County, NC · 6h

98.9 WORD

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Tri-County Tech to hold ceremony in honor of Veterans Day

Pickens County, SC · 1d

The Coconut Mama

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South Carolina neighborhood loses Piggly Wiggly as food bank sees more demand

South Carolina has lost another longtime neighborhood grocery store, following a separate Piggly Wiggly closing announcement in Myrtle Beach in October. The Piggly Wiggly at 1160 South Main Street in…

Greenwood, SC · 9h

Spartanburg Herald-Journal

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3 Spartanburg County restaurants fail October inspections

Three Spartanburg County food establishments fell below the "78" score threshold for a "C" rating in October 2026 restaurant inspection reports, according to the South Carolina Department of Agriculture . Inspectors conducted routine inspections throughout the month and ordered follow-up inspections for establishments that received failing grades. In our coverage of food inspections around Spartanburg County, we categorize violations into two types: priority and priority foundation. Priority violations are those that pose the highest risk of causing foodborne illness and identify contributing factors that could lead to illness. A priority foundation violation is a contributing factor to illness. Here is a snapshot of the establishments that fell below a "78" grade during October inspections: JOY CRAB CAJUN SEAFOOD Location: 1935 E. Main St., Spartanburg During a routine inspection in October, SCDA identified numerous out-of-compliance violations, including priority and priority foundation violations. Some of the most notable violations were: Employees were observed removing gloves, putting the same gloves back on, using cell phones, and returning to food preparation without washing their hands. Inspectors found spray bottles without labels, cans of Raid stored throughout the facility, and a tube of grease stored with food items. Multiple dead bugs were observed in a

Spartanburg County, SC · 1d

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