Public Hearing Draws Crowd as Four Hospitals Vie for Expansion in Buncombe
Over 200 attended a public hearing on four hospital expansion proposals in Buncombe County, focusing on safety and access.
August 20, 2026
Over 200 attended a public hearing on four hospital expansion proposals in Buncombe County, focusing on safety and access.
North Carolina battles the spotted lanternfly, a pest threatening vineyards and crops, urging public aid in control efforts.
Greensboro enacts a 6-month data center moratorium, impacting the Dream Center project at Gateway Research Park.
Residents urge Buncombe County to restore Charles D. Owen Park, damaged by Tropical Storm Helene and closed since.
The U.S. Forest Service begins rolling back the Roadless Rule, risking protection for 66 million acres of forest land.
North Carolina’s State Farmer’s Market sees increased visitors despite cyclosporiasis cases, boosting local produce.
The Federal Railroad Administration grants $300M to improve passenger rail service from Raleigh to Charlotte, NC.
Michael Whatley appointed sex offender Harvey West to high-ranking roles in the NC GOP, raising concerns about access.
Construction on U.S. 176 between Saluda and Tryon is set to begin, aiming to reopen the vital road by late 2029.
Davie County Schools opens Eagles Nest Preschool in Mocksville to address childcare shortage, serving 85 children.
Visitor spending increased for 59 of North Carolina’s 100 counties in 2025, according to data released Wednesday by the N.C. Department of Commerce. The annual study, commissioned by Visit NC, a unit of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, highlights the economic impact of tourism on local economies across
The extreme drought in the Triad and High Country has eased, but moderate conditions persist, says meteorologist Dan Leins.
