The proposed increase would phase in over two years: 28.5% in July 2026 and 30.9% in July 2027.

Depending on the office, candidates will file their Notice of Candidacy and pay required fees either at their county board of elections office or with the State Board of Elections at the N.C. State Fairgrounds in Raleigh.

On Monday, Nov. 17, the Spidale Town Council unanimously approved updated operational and safety guidelines for the North Slope Skatepark, bringing the facility into compliance with North Carolina state law on hazardous recreational activities.

Chimney Rock officials have opened a Request for Qualifications for engineering firms to lead the East Infill Project, a key piece of the community’s long-term recovery from Hurricane Helene.

The injured firefighter was pinned inside the cab and required extrication by fellow responders. He was airlifted from the scene with multiple injuries.