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Drought Monitor Update – Thursday April 24, 2025
In the latest drought update for North Carolina, a majority of the High Country remains in Moderate drought status. Meanwhile,…
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App State named Military Friendly School for 16th consecutive year, ranked a top 10 institution for 2025–26
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University has been designated a 2025–26 Military Friendly® School by VIQTORY, earning the distinction for…
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson: Watch out for Contractor Fraud During Helene Rebuilding Process
RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning North Carolina homeowners to be on the lookout for contractor fraud as…
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The Costs of Responding to Tropical Storm Helene in North Carolina
HICKORY, N.C. – Debris removal. Restoration of utilities. Emergency repairs to public bridges and water systems. Overtime costs for emergency personnel.…
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The NCDOR Suspends Certain Late Action Penalties in Response to the IRS Pushing Back Tax Deadlines
Raleigh, N.C. – In response to the Internal Revenue Service postponing various federal tax filing and payment deadlines until Sept.…
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Bee Rock Creek Fire Update – Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Bee Rock Creek Fire Update for 4/23/25 – Grandfather Ranger District – McDowell County The Bee Rock Creek Fire area…
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Former App State QB Joey Aguilar to Tennessee Vols
In a strange turn of events, former App State QB Joey Aguilar is heading to the Tennessee Vols by way…
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9 years since the disappearance of James Martin Roberts, information still sought
Monday, April 21, 2025, marked nine years since the disappearance of James Martin Roberts. It's a case that still draws deep…
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Power outages impact portions of Watauga County on Monday
Several power outages impacted portions of Watauga County on Monday. The larger outage was caused by a burnt switch inside…
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Johnson County Tennessee deputy shot after chase involving robbery suspect from Vilas
UPDATE – Statement from Maymead Materials: Maymead would like to express our sincere thanks to the law enforcement officers of…
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