Campgrounds Evacuated, Schools Closed In Avery County Amid Flooding Concerns
Several campgrounds are currently being evacuated in Avery County amid flooding concerns and Avery County Schools have been closed for August 18th.
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Brain-Eating Amoeba Causes NC Child's Death
Public health officials with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services are reporting a child died Friday after developing an illness caused by an amoeba that is naturally present in freshwater. The child became ill after swimming in a private pond located at their residence in central North Carolina in early August.
Samaritan's Purse Ramps Up Medical Response; Emergency Field Hospital Deploys To Southern Haiti
At the request of the Haitian government's Ministry of Health, Samaritanβs Purse deployed an Emergency Field Hospital to southern Haiti. The international Christian relief organization sent the trauma hospitalβcomplete with a laboratory, pharmacy, and an operating theatre.
CMPD: Man Charged After Child Accidentally Shoots 4-Year-Old In Northwest Charlotte
Police say Willie Allen is facing several weapons charges after a 4-year-old was accidentally shot by another child in northwest Charlotte.
CMPD: Two Charged In 2019 University-Area Shooting That Left Deputy's Son Dead
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has charged two suspects for the University-area shooting that left a Cabarrus County Sheriff deputy's son dead in 2019.
CMPD Opens State-Of-The-Art De-Escalation Training Facility In Charlotte
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department announced Tuesday the opening of the De-Escalation Training Facility at the academy, which is the first of its kind in the Southeast, that will aid in continuing de-escalation training efforts for officers that will enhance communication skills and increase opportunities for better outcomes through real-life scenarios.Β
Tornado Warnings Issued For Parts Of The WCCB Viewing Area
Tornado warnings have been issued throughout the WCCB viewing area as Tropical Depression Fred moves north.Β Tornado warnings have been issued in Alexander, Iredell, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Avery, Yancey, Mitchell, and Wilkes Counties.
Earthquake Reported Just North Of Morganton Tuesday Morning
An earthquake was reported just north of Morganton, North Carolina on August 17th. The 2.7 magnitude earthquake happened at 9:19am near Old Johns River Road.Β
Union County Woman Says $1 Million Prize βReal Handyβ For Bills, Retirement
Saturday night fun playing the lottery paid off for Penny Edwards of Wingate when she found a $1 million prize on her scratch-off ticket.
Medically At-Risk North Carolinians Can Get Third COVID Shot
North Carolina health officials said Monday that medically vulnerable residents with certain health conditions can get an additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine, though some have already had a third Pfizer or Moderna shot after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved it last week.
Chaos In Afghanistan Bringing Back Tough Memories For Some Local Veterans
20-year Navy veteran Scott Stevenson served in Afghanistan in 2006 and 2007. Going back for shorter deployments after that. During that time, the Statesville resident got to know the people and the culture.
Tropical Storm Fred Makes Landfall in Florida, Marches Towards Carolinas
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Tropical Storm Fred has made landfall along the Florida Panhandle this afternoon with winds of 65 mph. Fred will continue its march inland and could bring some nasty impacts to the Carolinas tomorrow (Tuesday). In fact, rain…
Police: Two Arrested, Juvenile Wanted After Man Found Dead At Mooresville Park
Police have identified three suspects, including a juvenile, they say are responsible for the death of a man that was found unresponsive at a local Mooresville park Wednesday night.
NASCAR Driver Corey LaJoie Named Speedway Children's Charities Ambassador
Now in his sixth season racing at NASCARβs top level, Cup Series driver and third-generation racer Corey LaJoie is looking to make an impact off the track as an official ambassador for Speedway Childrenβs Charities (SCC).
Good To Be Bad: Bad Company, Toxic Take Top Honors In Wet, Wild Circle K Monster Truck Bash
Rain couldnβt dampen the spirits of a packed house at The Dirt Track at Charlotte as fans were treated to an action-packed night at the Circle K Monster Truck Bash that saw Bad Company prevail in head-to-head competition and Toxic take the top spot in freestyle after a fan vote tie-breaker.
Head Of Charlotte Violence Interruption Program Says Credibility Is Key To Success
A new initiative to curb violence in Charlotte is underway. Itβs called Alternatives to Violence. The aim is to cut down on homicides before they happen. The focus right now is on the Beatties Ford corridor.Β
City Of Charlotte Accepts $1.2 Million Donation For Alternatives To Violence Program
The City of Charlotte accepted a $1.2 million donation on Tuesday from the Wells Fargo Foundation and GreenLight Fund for the Alternatives to Violence (ATV) program.Β
North Carolina Is Child Bride Destination; Bill Could End It
Known for its coastlines, mountains and the state that was βfirst in flight,β North Carolina has also developed a more dubious reputation recently: as a regional destination for adults who want to marry children.
