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Inside North Carolina's cannabis 'Wild West': $4B market, few rules and growing concerns
4+ mon, 2+ week 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....
No new measles cases reported in North Carolina in 2 months, Upstate SC outbreak is over
4+ mon, 2+ week 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…...
Washburn's General Store nears 200 years of history in western North Carolina
3+ mon, 3+ week 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…...
BACK TO SCHOOL: Year begins this week for 4 western North Carolina districts
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (113+ words) POLK COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Four western North Carolina school districts will begin the 2026-27 year this week, with the earliest one starting today on Aug. 10. Polk County Schools will welcome students on Aug. 10, and Rutherford County Schools will follow the next day…...
NCDOT opens first multi-lane roundabout in western North Carolina
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (274+ words) HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The first-ever completed multi-lane roundabout has made its way to western North Carolina, aiming to improve safety and mobility in Haywood County. The roundabout is part of a $38.5 million contract at the intersection of U.S. 19 and U.S....
Today: Community colleges host job fairs in western North Carolina
5+ mon, 1+ 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…...
North Carolina tourism spending saw a new record in 2025, topping $37.2 billion
4+ mon, 5+ 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…...
Man accused of targeting North Carolina family in scam; investigators seek other victims
4+ mon, 2+ week 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
4+ mon, 2+ week 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…...
Mail-in voting in North Carolina starts soon: Here's what to know
1+ week, 2+ day ago (337+ words) ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Voting in North Carolina for the upcoming general election officially begins Friday, as absentee-by-mail ballots begin to be distributed to voters who requested one. According to Sam Hayes, executive director of the State Board of Elections, all registered…...