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Edwards rebuts ethics report on sexual harassment

U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards is pushing back against the House Ethics Committee's findings that he engaged in sexual harassment, outlining his concerns with the committee's investigation and conclusions in a letter.   Read Story »

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Sheriff’s office investigating after two men found shot to death

Detectives are investigating the shooting deaths of two men in their 20s whose bodies were found outside their home in Edneyville, the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office said.   Read Story »

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Courthouse dome glows pink in honor of Dolly

From the Empire State Building to Buckingham Palace, from Dollywood to Hollywood, from the Grand Ole Opry to Capitol, nations, cities, towns and villages paid tribute to Dolly Parton — Hendersonville, North Carolina, among them.   Read Story »

Koalson Green sits between his sister, Marvel Mae, (left) and brother, Weller William (right). The twins were born very premature and far from home this spring. [photo courtesy of Jill Hill]

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Benefit planned for family of premature twins born far from home

Churches, neighbors, family and friends will come together in Tuxedo in September to show their love and raise money for a couple that faced the premature birth of their twins this spring while on vacation hundreds of miles from home.   Read Story »

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Developer, city to square off Friday over zoning lawsuit

A developer is returning fire after the city of Hendersonville sought dismissal of its lawsuit seeking to reverse the city council’s denial of its rezoning request last January.   Read Story »

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Attorneys spar ahead of hearing on zoning lawsuit

A developer is returning fire after the city of Hendersonville sought dismissal of its lawsuit seeking to reverse the city council’s denial of its rezoning request last January.   Read Story »

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Edwards rebuts ethics report on sexual harassment

Attorneys spar ahead of hearing on zoning lawsuit

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Here's where to find U-pick apple orchards

HHS student attends Appalachian STEM program

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The state Supreme Court contest between incumbent Justice Anita Earls, a Democrat, and former State Rep. Sarah Stevens, R-Surry, is drawing attention from both parties. [SARA MICHELS/Carolina Public Press]

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An overlooked battleground in N.C. election

North Carolina Democrats are dead-set on winning one particular race this election cycle. Party leaders, saying the result will likely determine the future of Congress, have poured more $473,000 into the contest. Organizers, grassroots volunteers and other Democratic candidates are traveling across the state asking voters to pay attention to the matchup. It’s as make-or-break as it gets.    Read Story »

Council Member Melinda Lowrance, Mayor Barbara Volk, Council Member Lyndsey Simpson, Mayor Pro Tem Jennifer Hensley, and Council Member Gina Baxter will host ‘Council Conversations’ in the coming weeks.

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City leaders hosting ‘Council Conversations’

Hendersonville City Council members are inviting constituents to join them at a series of “Council Conversations” — informal gatherings allowing the public to interact by asking questions, expressing concerns and working together toward solutions.   Read Story »

Hendersonville High School’s concert band performed during the Atlanta Olympics in 1996, weeks after New Zealand swimmers trained at Patton pool and revved up enthusiasm for the summer games. [COURTESY OF MATTHEW CALLOWAY]

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30 years ago, we played our part in the Olympics

The FIFA World Cup dominated the international sports world this summer but 30 years ago Hendersonville was gripped by Olympic fever.   Read Story »

Here's where to find U-pick apple orchards

LOCAL BRIEFS: Fall plant sale, True Ridge fundraiser, 'Without Shade Without Rest'

Hard work overcoming adversity earns BRCC student the Academic Excellence Award

Cooper rallies supporters during campaign stop downtown

Fair adding flying cow cars, spookhouse, comedy juggler and more

Don't lure bears! wildlife agency warns after mama settles in Asheville home

County OKs 102-unit townhome development off U.S. 25 at I-26

County eyes major renovation of historic ballpark