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Washburn's General Store nears 200 years of history in western North Carolina
3+ hour, 10+ min 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…...
North Carolina tourism spending saw a new record in 2025, topping $37. 2 billion
1+ week, 6+ 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…...
Burn ban lifted in most North Carolina counties, but officials say wildfire risk remains
2+ week, 2+ day 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…...
No new measles cases reported in North Carolina in 2 months, Upstate SC outbreak is over
3+ week, 2+ day ago (295+ words) ASHEVILLE, N. C. (WLOS) " There have been no new measles cases reported in North Carolina in two months, according to data from the state's measles dashboard. Measles cases reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services this season ranged…...
Man accused of targeting North Carolina family in scam; investigators seek other victims
3+ week, 3+ day ago (232+ words) JONES COUNTY, N. C. (WLOS) " A Cary man accused of targeting a North Carolina family in a financial fraud scam was taken into custody at Charlotte Douglas International Airport Sunday, April 26, 2026. According to a State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) news release, the…...
WCU music students play alongside North Carolina Symphony in America 250 concert
3+ week, 5+ day ago (391+ words) CULLOWHEE, N. C. (WLOS) " As we continue to celebrate our Amazing America 250 series here in the mountains, we are not immune to celebrating music of all kinds. On Thursday, April 16, Western Carolina University hosted the North Carolina Symphony's classical favorites celebrating America…...
AG Jackson warns North Carolinians of rising job scams
4+ week, 7+ hour 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…...
Inside North Carolina's cannabis 'Wild West': $4 B market, few rules and growing concerns
4+ week, 16+ hour 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....
The 1776 expedition that shaped western North Carolina, left lasting impact on Cherokee
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (269+ words) BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N. C. (WLOS) " In 1776, as the 13 colonies declared independence and formed a new nation, settlers on the Appalachian frontier were pushing westward in search of land and opportunity. They were, in essence, blazing the next chapter in the nation's history…...
Today: Community colleges host job fairs in western North Carolina
1+ mon, 2+ 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…...