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Clemson football releases 2023 schedule
CLEMSON, S.C. — The Atlantic Coast Conference announced its 2023 football schedule on Monday, unveiling Clemson's 2023 slate on The Huddle: 2023 Football Schedule Reveal on ACC Network. For the second straight season, Clemson will open on Labor Day when the Tigers face the Duke Blue Devils at Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham, N.C., before returning to Memorial Stadium for Clemson's home opener against Charleston Southern on Saturday, Sept. 9.
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Dairi-O breaks ground for restaurant on Upward Road in Henderson County
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A new dining option is coming to the mountains. The popular Dairi-O restaurant chain has planted its flag in Henderson County. Dairi-O serves hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, chicken tenders and wings, soups and salads, along with ice cream, at restaurants across the state. And now,...
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Demolition of damaged Davidson River railroad trestle to begin this week
BREVARD, N.C. (WLOS) — Work is set to begin Thursday to bring down a damaged railroad trestle that was to be part of the Ecusta Trail near Brevard. Conserving Carolina received a $120,000 grant from the state to tear down the bridge over the Davidson River after it was damaged by flooding from the remnants of Tropical Storm Fred in 2021 and then hit by a box truck.
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Macon County leaders consider funding options for a new Franklin High School
FRANKLIN, N.C. (WLOS) — In November, Macon County voted no to a quarter-cent sales tax. The measure's intent was to raise revenue for major projects like building a new Franklin High School. As school planning continues, county leaders are considering their funding options. Had the quarter-cent sales tax passed...
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4 rescues in 8 days: Crews keep busy with multiple calls for service on mountain trails
TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Search and rescue crews in the mountains have been keeping busy with numerous calls for service over the past week. The Transylvania County Rescue Squad took to social media to share their recent busy schedule, which included a total of four rescues in eight days.
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'It's a real issue' Police chief reflects on accountability in wake of Tyre Nichols' death
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — More than three weeks have passed since the deadly beating of Tyre Nichols by five Memphis police officers and tensions between officers and the public are once again at an all time high. Local law enforcement officials say they've been taking this time to reflect...
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Charges upgraded for two suspects in Haywood County murder investigation
HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — A mother and son in Haywood County are facing additional charges in an ongoing homicide investigation. The Haywood County Sheriff's Office announced on Jan. 30 that a county Grandy Jury had returned indictments on Noah Journey McKinnley Bolden, 26, of Canton, North Carolina for First-Degree Murder and on Jeanie Bolden, 57, of Canton, North Carolina for Accessory After The Fact to First-Degree Murder.
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Online kindergarten registration opens for Henderson County's future class of 2036
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — February 1st marks an exciting time for Henderson County's future class of 2036. On Wednesday, Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS) opened online kindergarten registration for the 2023-2024 school year. Children who will be five years old on or before Aug. 31, 2023 may be enrolled, and the school district says students should be registered in their home school district, even if their parents or guardians plan to make a request for a transfer in the future.
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3-night Disney Foster Kids Gala kicks off in Hendersonville
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A local hospitality group is hosting a special event for foster kids in Henderson County. Monday night was the first of three nights for the Disney Foster Kids Gala by Blue Ridge Hospitality Group. There was a three-course dinner at Eagle Bar & Grill, as well as a photo booth and red carpet.
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Waynesville Police Department adds 2 Harleys, sees them as foundation for motorcycle unit
WAYNESVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Waynesville Police Department plans to beef up patrols with recent purchases. It recently purchased two motorcycles from the Hendersonville Police Department that were no longer being used. The town of Waynesville bought two Harley-Davidsons for $4,000 from the Hendersonville Police Department. Waynesville Police Chief...
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Uber provides details on driver's schedule from the night she was killed
HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The investigation into the death of Julia Holland, 49, of Candler, the Uber driver whose body was found in the early morning hours of the new year, continues even as a grand jury indicted a mother and son for the killing. A grand jury...
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Opening statements begin in Candler woman's murder trial
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Prosecutors laid out a case of control and anger Wednesday in the murder trial of a Candler woman. Shannon Daves is charged with murdering her boyfriend Michael Evans in their home in 2020. In opening statements, prosecutors said Daves held power over Evans and Evans...
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Jury seated in Candler woman's murder trial
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A Candler woman on trial for murder in the death of her boyfriend said she shot him in self-defense. The deadly shooting, which happened in 2020, was captured by a camera inside the couple's home. A jury was seated late Tuesday afternoon after two days...
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Downtown Brevard businesses get a boost for beautification projects
BREVARD, N.C. (WLOS) — A group of downtown Brevard businesses just got a nice boost to help build the downtown district. Heart of Brevard awarded 22 businesses grants totaling $50,000 to help with beautification projects enhancing the appearance of the business and the downtown district. In 2022, Heart of...
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Students serve up a big 'thank you' to community workers with free lunch
FLETCHER, N.C. (WLOS) — Lunch is served!. Tuesday afternoon, FernLeaf Community Charter School finished up a month of service with a free lunch. It was held for Fletcher service workers from the school's food truck. Fletcher police, fire departments, EMS, the mayor and school leadership all attended. Seventh, eighth...
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Sylva art grant on hold as commissioners seek clarity on what will be displayed
SYLVA, N.C. (WLOS) — Funding public art is at issue between Sylva aldermen and Jackson County Commissioners. Sylva is requesting grant money from commissioners to spruce up its downtown. But before anything is approved, commissioners want more clarity in what might be displayed. Sylva leaders have taken the $5,000...
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Company eyes $75 million investment in Transylvania, commissioners consider incentives
BREVARD, N.C. (WLOS) — The Transylvania County Board of Commissioners is asking for public feedback during an upcoming hearing about a proposed economic development incentive grant for a hospitality investment company called Project Moon. Public benefits of the capital project include a total taxable investment by Project Moon of...
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Woman pleads guilty to sneaking fentanyl into jail, giving it to inmates who overdosed
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A Sylva woman pleaded guilty earlier this week to distributing a substance that contained fentanyl to two inmates who overdosed in the Jackson County jail. Megan Tate, 28, faces up to 20 years in prison. Investigators said when Tate was arrested in April 2021, she...
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