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An overlooked battleground in N.C. election

The state Supreme Court contest between incumbent Justice Anita Earls, a Democrat, and former State Rep. Sarah Stevens, R-Surry, is drawing attention from both parties. [SARA MICHELS/Carolina Public Press]
Hendersonville High School’s concert band performed during the Atlanta Olympics in 1996, weeks after New Zealand swimmers trained at Patton pool and revved up enthusiasm for the summer games. [COURTESY OF MATTHEW CALLOWAY]

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30 years ago, we played our part in the Olympics

The FIFA World Cup dominated the international sports world this summer but 30 years ago Hendersonville was gripped by Olympic fever.   Read Story »

BRCC President Laura B. Leatherwood congratulates Academic Excellence Award winner Victoria Dmytryszyn at graduation in May. [BENJAMIN RICKET/BRCC]

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Hard work overcoming diversity earns BRCC student the Academic Excellence Award

Victoria Dmytryszyn worked hard and achieved extraordinary success in the classroom despite great personal hardship.   Read Story »

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LOCAL BRIEFS: Fall plant sale, True Ridge fundraiser, 'Without Shade Without Rest'

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Council Member Melinda Lowrance, Mayor Barbara Volk, Council Member Lyndsey Simpson, Mayor Pro Tem Jennifer Hensley, and Council Member Gina Baxter will host ‘Council Conversations’ in the coming weeks.

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City leaders hosting ‘Council Conversations’

Hendersonville City Council members are inviting constituents to join them at a series of “Council Conversations” — informal gatherings allowing the public to interact by asking questions, expressing concerns and working together toward solutions.   Read Story »

Former N.C. Governor and Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Roy Cooper greets supporters during a campaign stop in downtown Hendersonville.

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Cooper rallies supporters during campaign stop downtown

Former Gov. Roy Cooper during a campaign stop in downtown Hendersonville on Thursday promised to do more for working families if he is elected to the U.S. Senate in November.   Read Story »

Four Seasons Politics

Four Seasons Politics

The state Supreme Court contest between incumbent Justice Anita Earls, a Democrat, and former State Rep. Sarah Stevens, R-Surry, is drawing attention from both parties. [SARA MICHELS/Carolina Public Press]

An overlooked battleground in N.C. election

Cooper rallies supporters during campaign stop downtown

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Here's where to find U-pick apple orchards

HHS student attends Appalachian STEM program

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Fair adding flying cow cars, spookhouse, comedy juggler and more

FLETCHER — New rides, new entertainment and new food are being added to the lineup of fairgoers’ favorites at the N.C. Mountain State Fair Sept. 11-20 at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher.    Read Story »

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission warned residents to take steps to prevent bear visits. [LIGHTNING FILE PHOTO]

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Don't lure bears! wildlife agency warns after mama settles in Asheville home

The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is stressing the importance of implementing proven methods to deter bears from residences, following an incident involving a bear and resident in Asheville.   Read Story »

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County OKs 102-unit townhome development off U.S. 25 at I-26

A developer agreed to numerous traffic safety conditions on Wednesday before winning approval to build 102 townhomes on a 12½-acre tract off Asheville Highway near I-26.   Read Story »

County eyes major renovation of historic ballpark

Asheville bands rock R&B stage on Thursday

City officer justified in shooting man armed with knives, D.A. says

Here's where to find U-pick apple orchards

Balkcom wins Trump's 'Complete and Total Endorsement'

Mills River man receives long prison sentence for child-sex crimes

Sheriff defends use of Flock cameras, cites safeguards

Poison-murder defense seeks to separate trials