Demolition began yesterday on the Flowering Bridge in Lake Lure, a site many remember as the original bridge connecting Lake Lure and...

According to the sheriff’s office, the case began on June 23 when Deputy Chris Dvorak responded to a report of property damage and theft. Investigators said Epley rented a piece of machinery but failed to return it.

The investigation began on Saturday, August 9, when deputies stopped a Ford Escape near the Old Fort Exit on Interstate 40 for a traffic violation. Greene was driving, and Woodard was a passenger. Using the assistance of MCSO K-9 Hiko, deputies found suspected fentanyl (5 grams), methamphetamine, Zene (a synthetic opioid), and drug paraphernalia.

Emergency crews responded Saturday to a fire alarm at the Sky Lounge elevator inside Chimney Rock State Park, according to Rutherford County 911 emergency communications records. Officials reported no visible smoke or fire.

Commissioners voted to pursue a Community Development Block Grant that would help build new homes on Illinois Street, with public hearings set for Sept. 15 and Oct. 20. They also corrected service availability fees on three properties with no sewer connections and amended the town’s FY24 audit contract after delays caused by Hurricane Helene.