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Former Appalachian State Chancellor Dr. Francis (Frank) Borkowski passes
Dr. Francis (Frank) Borkowski, a former Chancellor at Appalachian State, passed away at his home over the weekend at the…
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No threat found after report of active shooter at McDowell High School
No threat was found after a report of an active shooter at McDowell High School this morning. Around 8:11 am…
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Longtime coach, teacher, athletic director, and administrator Jack Groce passes
Jack Groce, known more commonly as “Coach Groce”, passed away over the weekend, according to the Watauga High School Booster…
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McDowell County pastor charged with embezzlement and larceny of items meant for Helene victims
The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has charged a pastor with several offenses related to Hurricane Helene relief. Jeffrey Brian…
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Avery County warming centers on standby
Warming centers in Avery County are on standby for the extreme cold moving into the area. Avery County Rock Gym…
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Avery Sheriff’s Office seeking help locating missing person – Aaron Edmisten
The Avery County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing person Aaron Edmisten. He was…
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Dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills coming early next week, coldest air of this winter
Update Friday, January 17, 5:52 pm – Extreme Cold Watch issued for Sunday through Wednesday. More information at this link.…
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Drought Monitor Update – Thursday January 16, 2025
In the latest drought update for North Carolina, portions of the High Country have found some relief. Watauga's north-western section…
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Officer-involved shooting in Mountain City TN, suspect dead
An officer-involved shooting has left one man dead and a police K9 injured. Just before 10:30 pm on Wednesday, deputies…
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Ashe County Sheriff’s Office warns of another phone scam making the rounds
The Ashe County Sheriff's Office is warning of yet another scam going around the county. They are still encountering calls…
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