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NCDOT opens first multi-lane roundabout in western North Carolina
2+ mon, 4+ day ago (274+ words) HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The first-ever completed multi-lane roundabout has made its way to western North Carolina, aiming to improve safety and mobility in Haywood County. The roundabout is part of a $38.5 million contract at the intersection of U.S. 19 and U.S....
Fall colors to start soon in western North Carolina as autumn nears
1+ week, 2+ day ago (273+ words) ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Blue Ridge Mountains are still wearing their summer green, but western North Carolina's fall color season is just weeks away. Western Carolina University biology professor Kathy Mathews says the region's diversity of trees and elevation help create…...
Inside North Carolina's cannabis 'Wild West': $4B market, few rules and growing concerns
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (679+ words) ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — For Franny Tacy, cannabis isn't a trend, it's been her life's work. "I've had a very close relationship with cannabis since I was a teenager," she said. "I kept it hidden for decades." Now, she's no longer hiding....
BACK TO SCHOOL: Year begins this week for 4 western North Carolina districts
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (113+ words) POLK COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Four western North Carolina school districts will begin the 2026-27 year this week, with the earliest one starting today on Aug. 10. Polk County Schools will welcome students on Aug. 10, and Rutherford County Schools will follow the next day…...
Mail-in voting in North Carolina starts soon: Here's what to know
1+ week, 2+ day ago (337+ words) ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Voting in North Carolina for the upcoming general election officially begins Friday, as absentee-by-mail ballots begin to be distributed to voters who requested one. According to Sam Hayes, executive director of the State Board of Elections, all registered…...
Washburn's General Store nears 200 years of history in western North Carolina
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (503+ words) RUTHERFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday this July, one Rutherford County landmark is marking an impressive milestone of its own. Washburn's General Store is recognized as the oldest continually operated, family-owned business in North Carolina — serving…...
Today: Community colleges host job fairs in western North Carolina
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (174+ words) April is bringing new job opportunities to the mountains, with two job fairs happening Wednesday at community colleges across the region. (WLOS) — April is bringing new job opportunities to the mountains, with two job fairs happening Wednesday at community colleges…...
AG Jackson warns North Carolinians of rising job scams
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (350+ words) President Donald Trump participates in a Health Care Affordability event at the White House. RALEIGH, N.C. (WLOS) — North Carolina officials are warning residents about an increase in employment scams. According to a news release, Attorney General Jeff Jackson and Labor Commissioner…...
Burn ban lifted in most North Carolina counties, but officials say wildfire risk remains
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (533+ words) by Shelly Garzon&Marisa Sardonia BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The statewide burn ban in North Carolina is beginning to ease, but officials say not all areas are in the clear as dry conditions persist. The North Carolina Forest Service has lifted…...
North Carolina tourism spending saw a new record in 2025, topping $37.2 billion
4+ mon, 4+ day ago (252+ words) RALEIGH, N.C. (WLOS) — North Carolina tourism spending hit a new high in 2025, with visitors spending more than $37.2 billion on trips to and within the state, Gov. Josh Stein announced Thursday. This total surpasses the previous record of $36.7 billion set in 2024. "Even…...