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FBI Warns Public About Rise in Romance Scams
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is urging the public to remain alert to romance scams, a form of fraud in which criminals create fake online identities to build relationships and then exploit victims financially or for personal information.
Annie Dance
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Latest News
Gov. Stein Highlights Skiing in WNC
Gov. Josh Stein spent the weekend touring mountain ski resorts to spotlight North Carolina’s winter tourism industry, urging travelers to return to western counties and highlighting a sector officials say draws hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. The governor and First Lady Anna Stein visited training facilities at Appalachian Ski Mountain and made stops at Beech Mountain Ski Resort and Sugar Mountain Resort as Americans followed international competition at the Winte
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Chimney Rock Post Office to Reopen and Park Hours Limited
The local branch of the United States Postal Service in Chimney Rock is scheduled to reopen Feb. 23, restoring in-person mail access nearly 17 months after closures tied to damage and disruption from Hurricane Helene.
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Spindale Police Needs Your Help
The Spindale Police Department requests your assistance in identifying the individual and vehicle involved in an incident at Tractor Supply in Spindale. Please provide any relevant information to (828)286-3464.
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Local News
Gov. Stein Highlights Skiing in WNC
Gov. Josh Stein spent the weekend touring mountain ski resorts to spotlight North Carolina’s winter tourism industry, urging travelers to return to western counties and highlighting a sector officials say draws hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. The governor and First Lady Anna Stein visited training facilities at Appalachian Ski Mountain and made stops at Beech Mountain Ski Resort and Sugar Mountain Resort as Americans followed international competition at the Winte
2 min read
Chimney Rock Post Office to Reopen and Park Hours Limited
The local branch of the United States Postal Service in Chimney Rock is scheduled to reopen Feb. 23, restoring in-person mail access nearly 17 months after closures tied to damage and disruption from Hurricane Helene.
3 min read
Spindale Police Needs Your Help
The Spindale Police Department requests your assistance in identifying the individual and vehicle involved in an incident at Tractor Supply in Spindale. Please provide any relevant information to (828)286-3464.
1 min read
Regional News
Lake Lure Council Thanks Storm Responders, Makes Board Appointments
The town council of Lake Lure met on Feb. 10 and adopted a proclamation thanking public works and emergency personnel who responded to back-to-back winter storms, while handling routine advisory board updates and appointments, according to details confirmed by town officials.
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FBI Warns Public About Rise in Romance Scams
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is urging the public to remain alert to romance scams, a form of fraud in which criminals create fake online identities to build relationships and then exploit victims financially or for personal information.
2 min read
State Report Shows Progress in Mental Health Services
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services recently released a report detailing progress in increasing access to quality mental health, developmental disability, and substance use services. The year-one progress report on the NCDHHS Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use Services (DMH/DD/SUS) 2024-2029 strategic plan highlights achievements in the seven priority areas geared toward creating a comprehensive mental health care s
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Business News
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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State data show gap between job announcements and jobs delivered in North Carolina
As North Carolina leaders highlight a record number of job announcements, state economic data show a growing disconnect between promises made and jobs ultimately delivered, particularly within the state’s primary incentive program.
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Obituaries
Sandy G McBrayer
Sandy Greene McBrayer, age 80, of Mooresboro, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026 at Atrium Health-Cleveland in Shelby. Sandy was born Thursday, June 7, 1945 in Greer, SC to the late Austin Greene and Elizabeth Mae White Greene. She was a graduate of Chase High School, class of 1963. Sandy was a dedicated homemaker who loved taking care of her family. Sandy enjoyed working on crafts and cooking for others. For many years, she would make pies and dressing for the Grace of Go
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Vanise L Smith
Vanise Lookadoo Smith, age 84, of Caroleen, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Fair Haven Home of Bostic. Vanise was born Wednesday, April 30, 1941 in Rutherford County to the late J.A. Lookadoo and Essie Short Lookadoo. She was a graduate of Cliffside High School, class of 1959 and worked for Burlington Industries for many years. She later became a CNA and worked at Fair Haven for seventeen years before retirement. Vanise was a faithfu
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SFC Charlotte Rome Vick
SFC Charlotte Rome Vick (Ret) U.S. Army, age 65, of Lakeland, Florida passed away Monday, February 9, 2026 at the Wendover Hospice House in Shelby. Charlotte was born Wednesday, March 16, 1960 in Cleveland County to the late Claude Rome and Ostine Rome Gowan. She served her country honorably in the United States Army and retired as a Sergeant First Class. Charlotte was a part of the Grenada Invasion Force. She was a faithful member of Hopewell Baptist Church in Plant City, Fl
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