Local News

Canton -- May 24, 2023: In a poignant moment of closure, the iconic Canton Paper Mill sounded its final whistle today at precisely noon, marking the end of an era for the town and the paper industry.

Buncombe County -- May 24, 2023: Victims of Human Trafficking and Other Crimes Policy 117 describes the procedures for the department's certification of U and T nonimmigrant status.

North Carolina -- May 24, 2023: In a recent ruling that has sparked widespread debate, the North Carolina Supreme Court upheld the state's controversial congressional district maps, providing a significant advantage to the Republican Party in the upcoming 2024 elections.

North Carolina --  May 23, 2022: In a powerful and urgent public address on Monday, May 22, 2023, Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina declared a state of emergency for the state's public education system.

Asheville -- May 23, 2023: According to a report from the Asheville Police Department, three adults and a juvenile
were arrested in a Downtown Operation.

Rutherford County -- May 22, 2023: On Friday, May 19, 2023, Rutherford County Sheriff's Deputy conducted traffic stop after it was found that the driver's license was revoked.

North Carolina -- May 17, 2023:  In a significant development on Tuesday, Republican controlled North Carolina
General Assmebly successfully overturned Governor Cooper's veto on a controversial 12-week abortion ban.

Asheville -- May 17, 2023: The following was reported by the Buncombe County Sheriff's
Office on social media May 16, 2023:

Avery County -- May 16, 2023: The largest Fentanyl seizure in Avery County history was
discovered on April 14, 2023.