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Asheville Resident Injured by Bear Entering Home, Wildlife Officials Plan to Dispatch Animal

Asheville Resident Injured by Bear Entering Home, Wildlife Officials Plan to Dispatch Animal

A person in Asheville, North Carolina, sustained non-life-threatening injuries after an adult female bear entered their home through an unlocked door on Tuesday night. The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. while the bear's three cubs were playing on the front porch. The victim was hurt while attempting to create an escape route for the bear. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) reported that the victim was treated at a hospital and subsequently released. The NCWRC clarified that the victim was not intentionally feeding the bear, but the animal had repeatedly accessed pet food inside the home via the unlocked door and unsecured trash outside. Following an investigation, the NCWRC has determined that the adult female bear poses a threat to human safety and plans are underway to catch and humanely dispatch it. Efforts are also being made to capture the cubs and relocate them away from human-related food sources, as they are considered self-sufficient at their age.
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Person Injured After Bear Enters Home in Asheville, North Carolina

Person Injured After Bear Enters Home in Asheville, North Carolina

A person was injured after a bear entered a home in Asheville, western North Carolina, on Tuesday night around 9 p.m. Authorities reported that a female bear, accompanied by her three cubs, gained entry to the residence through an unlocked door. The North Carolina Wildlife Commission, Buncombe County EMS, and the Reems Creek and Asheville Fire Departments responded to the scene. The injured individual sustained injuries while attempting to escape the home, though the extent of their injuries and current condition have not been released. The bear and her cubs had left the premises before emergency crews arrived. The Reems Creek Fire Department issued a public reminder for residents in areas with active bear populations to exercise caution, secure potential food sources and attractants, and ensure doors and windows are locked. They also advised against approaching or interacting with bears.
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Person Injured in Bear Attack in Asheville, North Carolina

Person Injured in Bear Attack in Asheville, North Carolina

A person sustained injuries in a bear attack that occurred on Tuesday night in Asheville, North Carolina. The Reems Creek Fire Department confirmed the incident, with multiple agencies, including Buncombe County EMS and the Asheville Fire Department, responding to the scene. The extent of the individual's injuries and their current condition remain unknown. The North Carolina Wildlife Commission has been notified of the incident and is expected to release further information regarding the attack on Wednesday. This event highlights the ongoing interactions between wildlife and human populations in the region.
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Bear safety tips for Western North Carolina after bear attack

Bear safety tips for Western North Carolina after bear attack

A black bear swatted at a Western North Carolina man after entering his home. Here's how to stay safe if you encounter one.
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Buncombe County Resident Hospitalized After Bear Encounter in Home

Buncombe County Resident Hospitalized After Bear Encounter in Home

A resident in Buncombe County, North Carolina, was hospitalized after a reported bear encounter inside their home on Tuesday night. Emergency crews responded around 9 p.m. to the incident. While no bears were present when firefighters arrived, officials believe a bear may have opened an exterior door and entered the residence. The occupant reportedly encountered the bear as it was leaving, and the bear may have swatted at the person. Firefighters used a siren to try and scare away any potentially lingering bears. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission also responded to the scene. The exact circumstances of the encounter remain unclear as firefighters did not directly witness the event.
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Asheville Fire Department Responds After Bear Enters North Carolina Home, Injuring Resident

Asheville Fire Department Responds After Bear Enters North Carolina Home, Injuring Resident

A person was injured after a bear entered a home in Asheville, western North Carolina, on Tuesday night around 9 p.m. The North Carolina Wildlife Commission, Buncombe County EMS, and the Reems Creek and Asheville Fire Departments responded to the scene. Firefighters indicated that a female bear appeared to have opened an unlocked door to gain entry into the residence. The bear and her three cubs had left the premises before emergency crews arrived. The injured individual sustained injuries while attempting to escape the home. The extent of their injuries and their current condition have not been released. The Reems Creek Fire Department issued a public reminder for residents in areas with active bear populations to exercise caution, secure potential food sources and attractants, keep doors and windows secured, and avoid approaching or interacting with bears.
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Asheville leaders push police department to end contract with Flock

Asheville leaders push police department to end contract with Flock

Asheville police say they have safeguards that help protect the public, but some City Council members are calling for an end to the Flock contract.
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Buncombe releases sidewalk plans for growing county population

Buncombe releases sidewalk plans for growing county population

Buncombe County is drafting its first pedestrian plan. Projects would add 16 miles of sidewalks and improve safety for residents.
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Biltmore Championship Asheville Unveils Trophy, Highlights Local Economic Impact

Biltmore Championship Asheville Unveils Trophy, Highlights Local Economic Impact

Biltmore Championship Asheville Unveils Trophy, Highlights Local Economic Impact
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Buncombe board approves 191 townhomes near Asheville Regional Airport

Buncombe board approves 191 townhomes near Asheville Regional Airport

Buncombe County approved 191 townhomes near the airport while delaying two other major apartment proposals.
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Trump admin moves to end protections for 'pristine' national forest land

Trump admin moves to end protections for 'pristine' national forest land

The U.S. Forest Service may rescind the Roadless Area Conservation Rule. Critics worry it will open 45 million acres of "pristine" forests across the country to logging.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Announces Asheville as G20 Summit Host Amidst Federal Aid Discrepancies for Hurricane Helene Recovery

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Announces Asheville as G20 Summit Host Amidst Federal Aid Discrepancies for Hurricane Helene Recovery

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced Asheville, North Carolina, as the host city for the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Ministerial meetings. This decision, made in February, is intended to highlight the Trump Administration's commitment to the revitalization of western North Carolina following Tropical Storm Helene in late September 2024, and to showcase the success of President Trump’s economic policies. The G20 meetings, scheduled for August 29-September 1, will bring together finance ministers and central bank governors from the world's 20 largest economies, along with representatives from the European Union and African Union. While administration officials claim accelerated aid to the region, state and local officials, courts, and advocacy groups contend that the federal response has fallen short of promises. North Carolina Governor Josh Stein, along with Republican Senators Ted Budd and Thom Tillis, have expressed frustration over the amount of federal aid and the need for...