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Western North Carolina has Something for Everyone!

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Welcome to Western North Carolina, a region of the United States that is sure to leave you mesmerized and enchanted!Located in the southern Appalachian Mountains, this area is known for its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant arts and culture, and uniqu...

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NOV
11
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On This Veterans Day, Thank a Vet

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WNCTIMES wants to Thank All Veterans! We are grateful to everyone whoserved our country in uniform on Veterans Day and every day. The Origins of Verterans Day In 1921, an unknown World War I American soldier was buried in Arlington National...

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SEP
07
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What's the Word? What's with People?

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What's the Word? Well, today we look at how people act, react, and just are... Accismus: the act of acting like you don't care about something when you really do. Example When someone acts like he doesn't want the last donut, when he really does. Fra...

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JUN
24
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Roe V Wade Overturned by the Supreme Court

Supreme Court Overturns Roe V Wade

The Supreme Court ruled in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization on June 24, 2022. (JWHO). The verdict affirmed Mississippi's restriction on abortions beyond 15 weeks of gestation, overturned Roe v. Wade, and abolished the constitutional right...

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MAY
02
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Without the Lows, We Wouldn't Appreciate the Ups!

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Life, the ups and the lows .... you can't have one without the other. Sometimes you run into a time where lows seem to just keep on coming! There are times when some may realize, hey things are going pretty good, how many really do absorb that? Focus...

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APR
19
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Earthday, More than Just One Day Out of a Year

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Earth Day has been around for over 50 years, in fact, I was 12 in 1970, the very first Earth Day. I remember as it as being looked at like a hippie idea, no idea the real concept of what it was all about. My personal opionion is we should've bee...

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APR
11
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Spoonful of Positive on a Monday!

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Mondays can be hard to get going days, am I right? Weekends are spent by many running around taking care of the home, laundry, yard, whatever didn't get done during the week. Then you want relaxation time, family time, time with friends. Before ...

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MAR
18
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What's The Word? Oh, That Sounds Fancy!

What's The Word? Oh, That Sounds Fancy!

Well, it's about time for a new What's The Word? Let's look at words that have simple meanings, but sound oh so fancy! Galavant: To travel, roam, or move about for pleasure.Example: They've been galavanting all over town! Parsimonious: Frugal.Example...

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MAR
10
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Catalytic Converter Thefts, Local and Nationwide

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Locally and nationwide, catalytic converter thefts have been on the rise since the beginning of the pandemic. Many people believe it is a local issue, a local government or law enforcement problem. Wnctimes looks at the situation close up a...

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FEB
19
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Self-healing materials for robotics made from ‘jelly’ and salt

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February 18, 2022Source:University of CambridgeSummary:Researchers have developed self-healing, biodegradable, 3D-printed materials that could be used in the development of realistic artificial hands and other soft robotics applications. FULL STORY R...

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FEB
09
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Meals On Wheels Asheville and Buncombe County

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Meals on Wheels Asheville & Buncombe County Meals on Wheels provides much needed food for seniors. Did you know they are also feeding the pets in the homes, too? This is amazing! We all know that pets are family, by providing for these wonderful ...

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FEB
06
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AIR FRYER SHREDDED HASH BROWN CASSEROLE Recipe!

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Air fryers make cooking so easy and yummy! I use mine at least once a day, this recipe can be for any meal! Check it out! Let us know if you make it and how it turns out! Air Fryer Shredded Hash Brown Casserole Recipe! INGREDIENTS 1 cup (210 g) shred...

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FEB
02
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Free Land in Rural Areas!

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So, I check on Twitter every morning to see what's trending there. I saw something about free land, no way, really? Turns out, it's true! There are rural areas in need of residents to save their towns, so they are actually offering free land! Search&...

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JAN
30
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Joni Mitchell to Spotify: I Stand With Neil Young!

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A few days ago, we reported that Spotify was nolonger streaming Neil Young's music. Young no longer wanted his music on the platform over its relationship with controversial podcast host Joe Rogan's comments about conspiracy theories regarding vaccin...

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JAN
17
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Positive Quotes to lift ourselves up!

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Positive Quotes  Everyone can be down at times, so lets lift ourselves up with some positive quotes! "Keep looking up, that's the secret of life." Charlie Brown  "Small steps motivate. Big steps overwhelm."  Maxime Lagac...

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JAN
14
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What's the Word? Words to Use and Confuse

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What's the Word? Well, it's fun to learn new words and do our best to find odd words. Words you may find useful for scrabble,  crossword puzzles, word search ... and today's words may be all that along with using to be confusing! ...

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JAN
11
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New Year, New Pet, New Friend, Pet Surrenders Spike

DogandCat Pets Can Be Furever Friends!

Happy 2022! Holidays are over, reality sets in for many people. The excitement of getting into the holiday spirit may bring regretsfor alot of people over decisions made at the end of the year. Unfortunately, pet surrenders spike after this time of y...

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JAN
06
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What's the word? Something we can all relate to!

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What's the Word?  We want to wish everyone a Happy 2022! This What's the Word starts the year with words that we can all relate to in one way or another! Who has been a blatherskite, experienced a kerfuffle?  Blatherskite -- a person w...

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JAN
01
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Happy 2022!

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 Wishing everyone a Happy, Healthy, Prosperous New Year! "Wishing you a Happy New Year bursting with fulfilling and exciting opportunities.  And remember, if opportunity doesn't knock, build a door!" "With the new day comes new strength and...

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DEC
29
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Easy Eats New Year's Eve!

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What are you doing New Year's Eve? Hey, everyone eats! How About Yummy, Easy Recipes for New Year's Eve! Roasted Garlic Potatoes INGREDIENTS LIST 3 pounds (1.5 kg) baby red potatoes, washed and quartered 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil6 large clov...

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