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HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Eight registered sex offenders were arrested this week in Henderson County during a two-day compliance operation led by the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections, authorities said. The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office participated in Operation Fowl Play on Nov. 24 and 25...

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FLETCHER, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Fletcher Police Department is seeking the community’s help in identifying a suspect wanted in an assault. Police said the suspect was involved in an assault of a person at the McDonald’s on Nov. 20. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the...

In the heart of the Montford community, a question has been raised about the whereabouts of a certain individual named Greg during the Thanksgiving holiday. The community members are urged to keep him in their thoughts during this time.

In a recent turn of events, Crystal, a popular DJ from the morning show on 96.5 Mix FM, has disappeared from the airwaves, leaving her fans and listeners puzzled. Known for her vibrant personality and engaging content, Crystal's sudden absence has sparked a flurry of speculation and discussion on social media...

Between a devastating diagnosis and Helene's destruction, the Crowley family has faced adversity on their farm. But they also voice thanks.

Sign up for free email updates from The Watchdog. You’ll be notified whenever we publish our latest award-winning investigative reporting, John Boyle’s Answer Man and Opinion columns, Tom Fiedler’s Democracy Watch, and more!. Beverly Nowling, sitting in a wheelchair outside the ART Transit Station on Coxe Avenue...

ASHEVILLE - Buncombe County's emergency alerts system is among hundreds of agencies impacted by a cybersecurity attack on a third-party vendor, which leaked users’ personal information, the county announced Nov. 25. Due to the "targeted cyberattack," the county is unable to send emergency alerts through what's known...

A Western North Carolina woman is facing charges after apparent mayhem in the mountains. The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office says 26 year old, Laken Faith Hensley assaulted a woman and child before assaulting a Deputy.

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) – An internal investigation is underway after an inmate escaped from the Buncombe County Detention Facility. At approximately 9:20 a.m. November 26, an inmate reportedly escaped the Buncombe County Detention Facility. The inmate was taken back into custody fifty minutes later near South...