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Asheville HAZMAT team identifies white powder that sickened 22 workers at recycling plant

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A white powder that sickened 22 people at a North Carolina recycling plant has been identified as urea, a chemical used in fertilizers and products that clean diesel fuel systems. Asheville Fire Department's hazardous materials (HAZMAT) team responded to Prime Recycling in Lenoir to help...

Asheville, NC · 4h
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Locals Can’t Get Enough Of This Mountain Restaurant Hiding In North Carolina

There are places you stumble upon by accident, and then there are places that feel like the mountains themselves have been keeping a delicious secret from you. Louise’s Kitchen in Black Mountain, North Carolina is firmly in the second category, and once you find it, you’ll wonder how it stayed hidden from you for this long.

Black Mountain, NC · 3d
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Concerns raised over traffic congestion near Burke County elementary school

BURKE COUNTY, N.C. — Traffic congestion around Mull Elementary south of Morganton is raising safety concerns for some parents. A mother shared video with Channel 9 of a daycare bus going into the opposite lane to get around cars at the elementary school. There are 11,000 students who attend...

Burke County, NC · 1d

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14 hospitalized with breathing issues after exposure at Caldwell County facility

LENOIR, N.C. (WBTV) - Fourteen people were hospitalized with breathing problems Monday after being exposed to an unknown substance at a Caldwell County facility. The situation unfolded Monday, Nov. 9, at Prime Recycling on Watson Street in Lenoir. Fire officials said workers began having breathing problems after they were exposed...

Caldwell County, NC · 13h
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This historic Kings Mountain mill could soon become apartments

A historic Kings Mountain mill that was originally opened in the late 1800s by one of the town's founders could soon be transformed into luxury apartments. The Kings Mountain City Council voted 6-1 to rezone the historic Phenix Mill property from light industrial to semi-urban residential. The change allows a developer to turn the building into apartments. Councilman Tyler Fletcher was the sole dissenting vote. Originally known as the Dilling Cotton Mill, it was built by Freno Dilling around 1892. The property is located on Phenix Street with U.S. 74 to the north and bordered by Norfolk Southern railroad tracks along the northwest. Brad Lagano, city planning director, said the property is just under 10 acres and the semi-urban residential designation fits with the surrounding area. Many of the homes near the building are former mill village houses. According to Cleveland County property records, the land is valued at $124,000. Lagano said the Dilling Mill operated for 50 years until it was purchased by Burlington Industries and renamed Phenix Mill in 1940. He said it was in operation until 1982 and has been sitting vacant for the past 40 years. A rusted chain-link fence with a no trespassing sign surrounds

Kings Mountain, NC · 5d

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All Winter Long, Buncombe County Locals Warm Up At These 6 Comfort Food Diners

When the mountain air turns cold in Buncombe County, a plate of hot food and a bottomless cup of coffee start to look like the best plan of the day. From downtown Asheville to Weaverville and Arden, the county has a strong lineup of diners that keep things simple, filling, and friendly.

Buncombe County, NC · 2d

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Thousands of Buncombe County seniors could face Medicare changes, local nonprofit steps up

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — With thousands of Buncombe County residents facing Medicare plan changes next year, a local nonprofit is offering a free class to help seniors navigate their coverage options online as demand for counseling grows. An analysis of federal Medicare data by Medicare On Main found...

Buncombe County, NC · 1d

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Beacon Park developers give an update on construction progress

SWANNANOA, N.C. (828NewsNow) — Beacon Park developers held a news conference on Nov. 9 at the 42-acre site, giving an update on the construction progress and the anticipated date of completion, which is now only months away. Casey Watkins, the co‑founder of Beacon Village and the founder/board chair of...

Swannanoa, NC · 1d

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Son demands answers after father with dementia released from Jesup nursing home, found in North Carolina

JESUP, Ga. (WTOC) - An 82-year-old Glynn County man with dementia was found two states away in North Carolina after his nursing home released him to distant relatives without his medical power of attorney’s consent, according to his son. James Elledge was supposed to be in the care of...

Jesup, GA · 5d

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12 Shigella cases reported in Buncombe County this year

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Twelve cases of a highly contagious intestinal infection were reported in Buncombe County during the first nine months of 2026, as federal health officials warn that some strains of the bacteria responsible for the illness are becoming increasingly difficult to treat. The Centers for Disease...

Buncombe County, NC · 8h

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Veterans Day Across WNC: Ceremonies, Parades and Events Honor Those Who Served

WNC -- November 9, 2026: Western North Carolina communities will gather Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, to honor military veterans through ceremonies, musi... Communities across Western North Carolina will honor military veterans with ceremonies, music, meals and gatherings during Veterans Week. From a memorial dedication in Asheville to observances in Hayesville and Boone, residents will have opportunities to recognize veterans and their families. Most Veterans Day observances take place Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, with additional events scheduled throughout the week.

Asheville, NC · 1d

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Republic Services launches dedicated customer service line for Catawba County

Republic Services now has a dedicated line for residents in Catawba County to reach them about trash pickup and account services.

Catawba County, NC · 3d

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Burke, Caldwell add 107 new businesses in October

New business formation remained steady across Burke and Caldwell counties in October, with 107 new entities registered during the month and the two-county total for 2026 climbing above 1,000. North Carolina Secretary of State records show 63 new registrations in Burke County and 44 in Caldwell County during October. October’s...

Burke County, NC · 1d

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Report: Appalachian State named top employer of veterans in US

As we honor veterans this week, Forbes Magazine has named Appalachian State University as the number one company or group in the US employer of veterans. A school report said App State currently has 118 employees with prior military service while more than 1,500 military-affiliated students are enrolled in Boone, including spouses, military dependents, and almost 300 soldiers or workers who came back to campus.

Boone, NC · 1d

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U.S. House District 5 Lead Changes Again as Provisional Ballots Are Counted

Updated 6:12 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10: The N.C. State Board of Elections’ results site now shows Democrat Chuck Hubbard ahead of Rep. Virginia Foxx by 325 votes in the 5th Congressional District, with all 230 precincts reporting and provisional ballots from the district’s counties included. This story has been updated with the latest figures.

Watauga County, NC · 5h

The Star

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Habitat for Humanity moves closer to building homes in Kings Mountain

Habitat for Humanity in Cleveland County is one step closer to building homes in Kings Mountain. The Kings Mountain City Council voted at its October meeting to move forward with plans to convey several parcels of land at the north end of Myers Street to the Kings Mountain Redevelopment Commission, which will then transfer the property to the nonprofit. The developed homes will be the first in Kings Mountain for Habitat for Humanity. The process began in 2024, when the city identified the four parcels as a potential site for Habitat for Humanity homes. Since then, the city has been working to determine how to legally convey the property to the organization. In June, the city attempted to transfer the land through an upset bid process, but those plans were scrapped after Sundown Automotives submitted an unexpected bid of $3,000. More: Kings Mountain seeks new path for Habitat for Humanity land sale Henry Earl, assistant city manager, presented a new proposal to council, saying the process had been a long time coming. "Staff is asking council to convey to the Redevelopment Commission who, acting in their capacity as a housing authority, will then in turn convey it to Habitat Humanity

Kings Mountain, NC · 1d

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Reems Creek Road eyed for $116 million upgrade

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A $116 million proposal could bring some big changes to Reems Creek Road in northern Buncombe County, including wider lanes, paved shoulders and improvements to curves and hills along the route. But first, the project has to compete for state funding, and residents have until...

Buncombe County, NC · 11h

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Redrawing School District LinesTops the Merger Consultant’s To-Do List

NEWTON, N.C. (11/05/2026 2:30 PM) — Recommending new school attendance zones tops the list of first jobs for the firm Catawba County hires to carry out its school merger, the county told bidders. If the State Board of Education approves the merger, that work could begin in early January...

Catawba County, NC · 1d

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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

Charlotte Observer

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This soul food restaurant in Charlotte ranks No. 1 for fried chicken in NC

A Charlotte soul food spot has earned statewide bragging rights. Mr. Charles Chicken & Fish now ranks as the No. 1 fried chicken restaurant in North Carolina, according to Tasting Table. FULL STORY: Best fried chicken joint? This Charlotte restaurant ranks No. 1 in NC Here are key takeaways: Tasting Table published the rankings Oct. 30. The food and drink website drew on Reddit posts, online reviews, awards and press coverage to pick the top fried chicken joint in each state. Mr. Charles Chicken & Fish started two decades ago on Statesville Avenue. It operates multiple restaurants in Charlotte, and the uptown location on Dalton Avenue got the nod. Michael Rhynes Sr., who helped open the restaurant, told CharlotteFive in 2024 that the business builds relationships with customers. “We try to get to know everybody. I watched kids grow from being six, seven years old. Now they’re in college.” The restaurant’s namesake chicken appears in dishes such as chicken dinners and a gizzard appetizer. Though Tasting Table singled out the hushpuppies as a must-order dish, the menu also features Southern sides like collard greens, fried okra and macaroni and cheese. Other Charlotte dining destinations have drawn recent attention for their

Charlotte, NC · 1d