Buncombe County’s Population Declines for First Time in Decades
Buncombe County’s population dropped by 1,800 last year, marking its first decline in decades, per U.S. Census data.
April 7, 2026
Buncombe County’s population dropped by 1,800 last year, marking its first decline in decades, per U.S. Census data.
FEMA releases $26M for 75 home buyouts in NC post-Hurricane Helene. Mullin urges expedited approvals amid DHS shutdown.
Preparations for the World Cup are underway in the Triad with Norwegian and German teams set to train in the region.
The black bear population in North Carolina has surged from less than 1,000 to 20,000, thanks to conservation efforts.
UNC students worry a new policy could cut financial aid and legal services by limiting student activity fee usage.
Guilford County eases parking requirements for multi-family housing, aiming to boost development flexibility.
North Carolina faces funding issues for Hurricane Helene recovery, affecting home repairs and temporary housing.
LEAD programs divert low-level drug offenders to social services, not jail, promoting recovery and reducing arrests.
Spring in North Carolina brings sunshine, pollen, and drought. Dry soil challenges gardeners and farmers alike.
The Forsyth County Association of Educators will host a public conversation with school board members on April 7.
A federal judge rejected the Pisgah-Nantahala Forest Plan, citing violations of the Endangered Species Act.
A researcher at NC A&T State University wins a USDA grant to study cold-resistant lettuce, aiding local farmers.
