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Sharon Louise Stowe Passes Away at 64 in Waynesville, North Carolina

Sharon Louise Stowe Passes Away at 64 in Waynesville, North Carolina

Sharon Louise Stowe, a 64-year-old resident of Waynesville, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Autumn Care of Waynesville. Born on August 2, 1962, in Abbotsford, Wisconsin, Ms. Stowe was the daughter of the late Harold Raymond Stowe and Lethia Reed Stowe. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Edith Pace and Marie Davis, and her brother, Raymond Harold Stowe. Ms. Stowe is survived by her sister, Mildred Ray, and numerous nieces, nephews, and other beloved family members. Graveside services are scheduled to take place at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11, at Green Hills Cemetery in Asheville. Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Asheville Senior Living Communities Offer Comprehensive Care and Wellness Programs

Asheville Senior Living Communities Offer Comprehensive Care and Wellness Programs

The Crossings At Reynolds Mountain and the Richard A. Wood Assisted Living Center in Asheville, North Carolina, are providing extensive care and medical services for senior residents. These communities focus on promoting dignity, independence, and overall well-being. Services at The Crossings At Reynolds Mountain include 12-16 hour nursing, mental wellness programs, medication management, and assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. The facility also features a 24-hour call system and special dietary services, including diabetes management. Residents can enjoy amenities like a game room, library, walking paths, a fitness room, and various entertainment options. Similarly, the Richard A. Wood Assisted Living Center offers comparable high-quality care, including 12-16 hour nursing, mental wellness programs, medication management, and 24-hour supervision. Both communities are situated in neighborhoods with convenient access to healthcare facilities, pharmacies, and local dini...

U.S. Trade Representative Investigates Structural Excess Capacity in Manufacturing, Targeting China

U.S. Trade Representative Investigates Structural Excess Capacity in Manufacturing, Targeting China

U.S. Trade Representative Investigates Structural Excess Capacity in Manufacturing, Targeting China

Police make arrest in a deadly shooting at Winston-Salem State during homecoming weekend

Police make arrest in a deadly shooting at Winston-Salem State during homecoming weekend

Police have arrested a man in a shooting at Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina that left a 19-year-old man dead and a 22-year-old woman injured

Lumberton Residents Oppose Proposed Data Center Amidst Environmental and Resource Concerns

Lumberton Residents Oppose Proposed Data Center Amidst Environmental and Resource Concerns

Residents of Lumberton, North Carolina, have voiced strong opposition to a proposed data center project, codenamed Project Alps, during a community meeting. Concerns primarily revolve around the potential impact on water availability and quality, increased electricity rates, and health risks. The city is currently in discussions with a developer for Project Alps, which could use approximately 50,000 gallons of water and up to 50 megawatts of power daily. The Lumberton City Council is set to vote on an ordinance to regulate data centers, which would establish rules for location, building requirements, noise limits, and water-efficient technologies. City officials are considering the project for the Southeast Crossroads Industrial Park, citing potential economic benefits such as $800 million to $1 billion in capital investment and millions in annual property and electricity tax revenues.

North Carolina man charged after crash killed cyclist, injured at least 12

North Carolina man charged after crash killed cyclist, injured at least 12

Donald Robert Morris-Jones, 76, faces felony charges in connection with a crash that killed one cyclist and injured at least 12 others.

Duke Swamps FAU By 22

Duke Swamps FAU By 22

Opponents changed. Duke didn’t.

Local High School Runners Compete in NCHSAA Cross-Country State Championships

Local High School Runners Compete in NCHSAA Cross-Country State Championships

Local High School Runners Compete in NCHSAA Cross-Country State Championships

Onelife Fitness Expands Across East Coast with New Clubs and Multi-Million Dollar Renovations

Onelife Fitness Expands Across East Coast with New Clubs and Multi-Million Dollar Renovations

Onelife Fitness Expands Across East Coast with New Clubs and Multi-Million Dollar Renovations

North Carolina Attorney General Initiates 51 Inquiries and Referrals Following Gas Price Gouging Complaints

North Carolina Attorney General Initiates 51 Inquiries and Referrals Following Gas Price Gouging Complaints

North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson announced that his office has launched 51 inquiries and referrals in response to consumer complaints regarding gas stations. These actions stem from the 'N.C. Fuel Check' initiative, which was established after the General Assembly passed and Governor Josh Stein signed Session Law 2026-62. This law temporarily suspended the state's 41-cent-per-gallon tax on gasoline and diesel from October 10 through November 30. Of the 51 actions, 42 were inquiry letters sent to gas stations suspected of not passing the tax savings to drivers. Additionally, nine referrals were made to the N.C. Department of Agriculture concerning discrepancies between advertised and actual pump prices. Attorney General Jackson emphasized that while broad compliance is observed, his office is scrutinizing specific cases where concerns have been raised by North Carolina drivers.

North Carolina Seeks Curam Developers for NC FAST Child Care Module Implementation

North Carolina Seeks Curam Developers for NC FAST Child Care Module Implementation

North Carolina's Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is actively seeking experienced Curam developers to support its NC FAST (Families Accessing Services through Technology) program. The state requires mid-level Java and Curam developers to assist with the application's development and maintenance operations, specifically focusing on the Curam Child Care Module. These developers will be responsible for various tasks including business and systems analysis, modeling, design, and programming. Key duties involve leading functional and detailed requirement development, code development, facilitating Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions, and managing the life cycle for NC FAST implementation. The work will involve using COTS Curam Enterprise Framework Components, Curam Intelligent Evidence Gathering (IEG2), Curam Express Rules for Triage (CERT), Oracle, XML technology, Subversion, and WebSphere. The role also includes reporting statuses to the NC FAST Project Manager and adhering to DHHS po...

ALE and SBI Charge Burnsville ABC Store Manager Linda McDowell with $200,000 Embezzlement

ALE and SBI Charge Burnsville ABC Store Manager Linda McDowell with $200,000 Embezzlement

Linda Sue McDowell, 61, the manager of the Burnsville ABC Store in North Carolina, has been charged with felony embezzlement and felony larceny by an employee following a multi-month financial crime investigation. The North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division (ALE) Special Agents, in collaboration with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), concluded their probe after receiving information about potential embezzlement. In May, ALE requested a formal audit of the store by the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Commission, which confirmed a significant amount of missing funds. Investigators determined that McDowell embezzled $201,523.47 from the store. She was arrested at her residence without incident and issued a $1,000,000 secured bond.