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Exclusive: Lured Market Sues Lake Lure Over Police Boathouse Dispute After Helene Recovery
Restaurant owner claims town improperly took control of disputed building; Lake Lure says lease never included police facility.
Annie Dance
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Latest News
New Details Released in Burke County Double Murder Case
Newly released court documents are providing additional details in the investigation into the deaths of a Burke County couple whose bodies were discovered buried near a walking trail in Glen Alpine.
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Buncombe County Seeks Public Input on Proposed Helene Recovery Projects
Buncombe County is seeking public feedback as it moves forward with plans to apply for more than $20 million in grant funding to support long-term recovery from Hurricane Helene.
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U.S. Department of Education Investigating Buncombe County Schools Over Title IX Complaint
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights has opened a Title IX investigation into Buncombe County Schools following a complaint regarding the district's restroom policy for transgender students.
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Local News
New Details Released in Burke County Double Murder Case
Newly released court documents are providing additional details in the investigation into the deaths of a Burke County couple whose bodies were discovered buried near a walking trail in Glen Alpine.
1 min read
Buncombe County Seeks Public Input on Proposed Helene Recovery Projects
Buncombe County is seeking public feedback as it moves forward with plans to apply for more than $20 million in grant funding to support long-term recovery from Hurricane Helene.
1 min read
U.S. Department of Education Investigating Buncombe County Schools Over Title IX Complaint
The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights has opened a Title IX investigation into Buncombe County Schools following a complaint regarding the district's restroom policy for transgender students.
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Regional News
Exclusive: Lured Market Sues Lake Lure Over Police Boathouse Dispute After Helene Recovery
Restaurant owner claims town improperly took control of disputed building; Lake Lure says lease never included police facility.
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Stein Administration Announces State Funding for SUN Bucks Summer Food Program After Private Donations Filled Gap
During National Farmers Market Week, on August 5, Governor Josh Stein and Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai visited the Durham Farmers’ Market to highlight the SUN Bucks program, which provides nutritious food for more than a million North Carolina children throughout the summer. While private philanthropies have stepped in during past years to help the state cover its share to activate the federal program, this year’s budget includes state funding
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NCDOT Defends Helene Recovery Efforts as Residents Await Long-Term Road Repairs
Transportation officials highlight progress but acknowledge years of work remain to rebuild damaged corridors in Hickory Nut Gorge.
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Business News
Supreme Court Voids Trump Emergency Tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court on Feb. 20 struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs imposed under a federal emergency powers law, ruling 6-3 that the Constitution gives Congress — not the president — the power to levy import taxes.
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Report: Tariffs are $695M Risk to North Carolina Farmers
Plausible reductions in agricultural exports because of retaliatory trade policies stemming from aggressive U.S. tariffs could cost North Carolina farmers $695 million, a new report says.
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North Carolina Tops Nation for Workforce Development
North Carolina has been named the number one state for workforce development in 2026 by Site Selection magazine, following its 2025 ranking as “America’s Top State for Business.”
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Obituaries
Jane E Ayres
Jane E. Ayres, age 85, of Ellenboro, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026 at her home. Jane was born Monday, June 9, 1941 in Rutherford County to the late Pete Burgess and Nellie Crow Burgess. She was a graduate of Tri-High School, class of 1959. She worked for the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Department in administration and communications for thirty-six years before retirement. Jane was a longtime member of Oak Grove United Methodist Church where she served on numerous committe
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Patricia Ann Mathis
Patricia Ann Mathis, age 73, of Forest City, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City. Patricia was born Friday, March 27, 1953 in Gaston County, NC to the late Fred Lineberger and Ruby Stroupe Lineberger. She was a graduate of Dallas High School, class of 1971. Patricia worked many years in the textile industry. She enjoyed needlework such as sewing, knitting and crocheting. Patricia especially enjoyed bird watching and was a w
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Savani Lael Wright
Savani Lael Wright, infant daughter of Tyliyah Twitty and Sean Wright, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Monday, August 3, 2026 at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. She was born Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Asheville. Even though her time in this world was brief, she left an eternal impression on the hearts of all who knew her. She was a beautiful gift from God and there was no doubt that she was her mother’s daughter both outwardly and inwardly. Savani was loved by
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