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Knights of Columbus honor first responders

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‘Breast Friends’ paint together and support one another

Following social distancing guidelines, five cancer patients and survivors met recently to reconnect and share stories over painting.   Read Story »

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At the Playhouse, pandemic is the mother of innovation

Asked how she’s been managing the Flat Rock Playhouse these days, Lisa K. Bryant, the theater’s producing artistic director, opens with: “Well, when I'm not curled up in the fetal position … ”   Read Story »

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Story of Belle and her beau inspires Johnson family memoir

When he was 26 years old, Josiah Johnson aimed to marry Belle Whitt, the 18-year-old daughter of a well-to-do general store owner from Marshall.   Read Story »

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Parents, teachers express concern about Covid cases at Atkinson

People concerned about the safety of students and teachers told the Henderson County School Board that after two children at Atkinson Elementary School had tested positive for Covid-19 last week they question whether the school system is doing enough to protect pupils, employees and their families.   Read Story »

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Chamber honors Athena award winner

Making a tough call from a field of nominees that many considered the strongest ever, the Chamber of Commerce on Thursday honored Hendersonville Mayor Barbara Volk as the 2020 Athena Award winner.   Read Story »

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Hendersonville again tops list of best places to retire

Hendersonville has again landed atop a list of the best places to retire.   Read Story »

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Pandemic claims more downtown events

Popular downtown events including the Halloween Treat Street Carnival, Christmas tree lighting and a live Bearfootin’ Art Walk Auction have been called off as the pandemic claims more traditional celebrations.   Read Story »

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'Wonder no more what a hero looks like'

Respect, honor and peace flooded the sanctuary as family, friends and fellow first responders remembered Ryan Phillip Hendrix, the Henderson County sheriff’s deputy who was killed in the line of duty last week.   Read Story »

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People line funeral procession route to honor Deputy Hendrix

As if by grace, a late summer wind whipped American flags along the route of the funeral procession that would carry Ryan Phillip Hendrix to his final resting place on Friday afternoon.   Read Story »

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