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Best-selling author to read from horse-themed novel during Equestrian Games

Best-selling author Mary Alice Monroe will make guest appearances to read excerpts from her newest novel, "The Summer Guests," as part of the programming courtesy of Brooke USA during the World World Equestrian Games.   Read Story »

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Nonprofit seeks permit for 42-bed treatment center

A ministry of Mud Creek Baptist Church has applied for a special-use permit to build a 42-bed residential treatment facility on Erkwood Drive across from the church.   Read Story »

Henderson County News

Health officials confirm La Crosse encephalitis case from mosquito bite

Public health officials are urging residents to take steps to prevent mosquito bites after state officials confirmed a case of La Crosse Encephalitis Virus in a resident of Henderson County. La Crosseis viral illness that is transmitted to a person through the bite of an infected mosquito, particularly the "tree hole mosquito", and causes inflammation of the brain. La Crosse is the most common mosquito-borne virus in North Carolina, occurring mostly in the western part of the state."Although summer is winding down, this case is a reminder that we still need to be vigilant about the threat of illness from mosquitoes," said Crystal O'Dell, RN, FNP, Director of Nursing at the Department of Public Health. Mosquito borne illness is most common in the months of July, August and September.Symptoms of LACV can occur from a few days to a couple of weeks after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Symptoms include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and tiredness. Severe disease involving encephalitis occurs most commonly in children under age 16 and is often accompanied by seizures. Many people infected with LACV do not develop symptoms at all. However, in rare cases LACV can cause coma, paralysis, long term disability or death."There is no vaccine for LACV. Your best defense against LACV or other mosquito-borne diseases is to prevent mosquito bites," said O'Dell. "Mosquitoes that spread LACV are most active during the daytime from spring through late fall."Health officials recommended the following steps to reduce exposure to mosquito bites: * Use insect repellent. * Wear protective clothing such as long sleeves, pants and socks. * Avoid peak biting hours. * Install and repair screens on windows and doors. * Keep mosquitoes from laying eggs near your residence.For additional information on mosquito-borne illnesses and ways to prevent mosquito bites, visit hendersoncountync.gov/health. Under the Community Interest tab, click on Fight the Bite.   Read Story »

Henderson County News

Murder suspect caught

Law officers have arrested the suspect in the shooting death last week of Lavoris Jermaine Brown in Green Meadows.   Read Story »

Henderson County News

Charges brought for stolen property, heroin, meth

Three men were charged with felonies after Henderson County sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of suspicious activity at 77 Albert Drive in the Dana community on Thursday.   Read Story »

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Officers rescue bear cub from dog trap

The Henderson County sheriff's office credits a deputy and wildlife officer for rescuing a bear cub that became trapped in a dog trap.   Read Story »

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Brevard, Lake Lure win park grants

Brevard won a $90,000 grant to expand the Estatoe Greenway and Lake Lure received $223,000 to acquire land for the Rocky Broad River Park while Henderson County towns failed to win grants this year from the N.C. Parks and Recreation Trust Fund. The state announced $6.7 million in PARTF grants to fund 27 local parks and recreation projects across the state. The North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Authority approved the grants on Friday. “Parks and Recreation Trust Fund projects support conservation, strengthen communities, and help local economies thrive,” Gov. Roy Cooper said in a news release. “These grants improve quality of life and encourage residents and visitors to get outdoors.” Local communities applied for the grants to fund land acquisition, development and renovation of public park and recreation areas. The N.C. Parks and Recreation Authority considered 50 grant applications requesting $12.6 million. The maximum grant awarded for a single project under the program was $500,000. Awardees must match funds dollar-for-dollar for the awarded amount. Susi Hamilton, who worked in community planning before her tenure as secretary of the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, has seen firsthand how these grants impact communities. “From our most rural areas to our largest towns and cities, PARTF grants instill new life into our communities and continue to benefit these areas for generations.” “Robust recreational opportunities in our communities are more important than ever before,” said Dwayne Patterson, director of the Division of State Parks and Recreation. “We look forward to seeing these projects come to fruition to improve our physical and mental health and the vitality of our communities."   Read Story »

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Polk, Henderson counties lead state in tourism gains

Henderson County ranked third highest in the state in gains in tourism spending and tourism employment in 2017 over the previous year, the state Commerce Department reported Thursday. Polk County, where tourists are flocking to the Tryon Equestrian Center, was No. 1 in both categories. Buncombe County had the fifth largest increase in visitor spending.   Read Story »

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