Federal regulators give NC hospital deadline for plan to fix problems
Regulators with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have given HCA-owned Mission Hospital until Nov. 9 to propose remedies.
Black Mountain Police Department Introduces Children’s Book to Help Local Kids Learn About Stranger...
The Black Mountain Police Department in North Carolina has launched a new program to connect with local children. The program features a children's book created by Officer Raquel Smith, who illustrated it, and School Resource Officer Adriana Stewart, who wrote the story. The book uses real Black Mountain Police...
Yancey County uses helicopters to clear river where missing Helene victims lived
YANCEY COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — On Wednesday, Oct. 22, Yancey County Planner Chris Sigmon stood in a field by the South Toe River, once home to more than 30 campers, said area residents. Sigmon worked to organize a major debris removal operation for a three-mile stretch of the river...
Two people dead following UTV crash in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — A tragic accident claimed the lives of an adult and a child in a side-by-side UTV crash, according to the Yancey County Sheriff’s Office. Few details about the incident have been released. Investigators said the preliminary investigation indicates that speed was not a factor and that the crash...
Buncombe Co. man facing slew of charges including indecent liberties with child
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office said a man charged indecent liberties with a child is facing additional charges. Officials said Adam Ray was initially charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor during an investigation earlier in October. He was also charged...
In Pictures: ‘No Kings’ Rally Draws Thousands to Asheville’s Pack Square – A Heated...
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Asheville Humane Society, Fred Anderson Subaru team up to find homes for senior dogs
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Asheville Humane Society is collaborating with Fred Anderson Subaru to help find homes for senior dogs. Among these dogs is Gracie, a Great Pyrenees mix, who was surrendered by her previous owner due to a change in housing circumstances. "Senior dogs, of course, their...
Resource fair aims to assist people with disabilities amid state budget uncertainty
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — A-B Tech hosted a Resource Hub Fall Fair for regional families facing uncertainty with state and federal services. The community event was designed to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. If a state budget isn't passed by Nov. 1, people...
Pack Square Park: The Heart of Asheville’s History and Community Gathering
Pack Square Park is a public space in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. The park was officially opened in 2010. However, the land has served as a community gathering place for centuries. Its history includes connections to indigenous peoples, early European settlers, and the city's development.
Police: Man, woman charged after Fentanyl, meth seized in western NC
WOODFIN, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Woodfin Police Department reports charging a man and woman with drug trafficking. Officers said the Cherokee Indian Police Department gave them information about two people suspected of trafficking fentanyl. Police report executing a drug search warrant on Oct. 16, resulting in the...

















