Local News

McDowell County -- The U.S. Forest Service reports that the Bee Rock Creek Fire in McDowell County has spread to 1,397 acres and is 27% contained. The fire is being contained by the Woodlawn Fire Department, McDowell County, National Park Service, North Carolina Forest Service, and USDA Forest Service.

Macon County --  Press Release: Deputies were notified of a potential homicide in Macon County on April 19, 2025.  When they arrived, they found a suspect and a scene that fit the information given.

Asheville --  Press Release Asheville Police Department: It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that on the evening of April 17th,

McDowell County -- Press Release U.S. Forest Service - National Forests in North Carolina: The Bee Rock Creek Fire, burning in steep terrain and storm debris in McDowell County near the Armstrong State Fish Hatchery, grew to 856 acres with 10% containment.

McDowell County --  The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office Community Impact Team charged Jason Russell Hope, 41, of Nebo with felony

WNC -- Western North Carolina is bustling as our tourist season gets into full swing. It's a time of enjoyment, naturally, but also a good moment for considering community health. 

WNC -- The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) distributed six grants totaling $730,000 this week to nonprofits providing hurricane recovery services in Western North Carolina.

Waynesville --  Press Release Waynesville Police Department: Over the last 10 days, numerous bomb threats have been received and are currently under investigation.

McDowell County -- The USDA Forest Service along with the North Carolina Forest Service, McDowell County and Woodlawn Fire Department are responding to the Bee Rock Creek Fire.