A historic family business was devastated in a building fire on Friday. The Apple Wedge Packers plant in Henderson County, North Carolina, was known for its orchards and ciders.

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Small businesses in western North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Helene can now apply for grants under a new $30 million partnership, Gov. Josh Stein announced Friday. Grants of up to $50,000 will be ...

A Louisiana aquarium welcomed a new baby shark to its facilities earlier this month, but staff are unsure of exactly where it ...

Officials provide an update on the reopening of a beloved public pool after it sustained major damage from Hurricane Helene.

Franklin boys basketball coach Doug Plemmons picked up his 600th career victory after his team defeated North Henderson 55-43 on Friday.

One of the big questions for the Hendersonville City Council after Helene is how floods could affect future development. With multiple housing projects in the city, and more on the way, the council is ...

North Carolina’s former Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson on Friday withdrew his defamation lawsuit against CNN that challenged a report ...

Firefighters said they are on scene of a large structure fire in the Hendersonville area. The fire broke out on Bearwallow Road near Moss Road on Friday afternoon. Edneyville Fire and Rescue is ...

The City of Hendersonville announced Patton Pool will not open this season due to extensive damaged caused by Helene.

HENDERSON CO., N.C. (WSPA) – A large fire was reported Friday afternoon at an apple processing facility in Henderson County.