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Flood watch issued for Cherokee and Clay counties until 2 a. m. Monday
6+ hour ago (249+ words) A flood watch was released by the NWS Morristown TN on Sunday at 12: 57 p. m. valid from 1 p. m. until Monday 2 a. m. in effect until Monday at 2 a. m. for Cherokee and Clay counties. The NWS informs, "Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible." "Excessive runoff…...
Beach hazards statement in place for West Carteret and Coastal Onslow until Sunday evening
8+ hour, 14+ min ago (116+ words) On Sunday at 10: 40 a. m. the NWS Newport/Morehead City NC released a beach hazards statement in effect until 8 p. m. for West Carteret and Coastal Onslow. "Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water," describes the NWS....
Kyle Busch is an American badass: NASCAR star will loom even larger in death
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (705+ words) There is much we still don't know about the exact circumstances of Kyle Busch's shocking death Thursday. But we do know one thing for certain: The NASCAR star's legend isn't going anywhere. In fact, I believe Busch will loom even…...
Love you, brother." Kyle Busch teammate mourns friend in emotional tribute
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (475+ words) Fans and teammates of NASCAR star Kyle Busch are mourning his death, which shocked the sports world Thursday. Busch died Thursday at age 41 after his family reported he had a severe illness. One of the heartbroken is his Richard Childress…...
Charlotte Douglas International Airport extends airline lease for one year
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (200+ words) Charlotte Douglas International Airport announced a one-year extension of its current Airline Use and Lease Agreement with airlines, including American Airlines. The agreement between the airport and the signatory airlines began on July 1, 2016, and runs through June 30. "The current AULA…...
Teen was killed by man out of prison for assault with deadly weapon, CMPD says
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (308+ words) Union County high school student Joseph Samuel was killed by a man who previously served time in prison for assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, Charlotte investigators say. Taquawn Lewis, 28, is now charged with first degree murder…...
Memorial Day may change Charlotte-area garbage pick up. What to know
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (181+ words) Memorial Day might change your garbage, recycling and yard waste collection schedule. Here's how the holiday will affect your pickup. Garbage, recycling and yard waste will not be collected in Charlotte on Monday, May 25 in celebration of Memorial Day. In…...
Kyle Busch through the years in photos
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (21+ words) Kyle Bush through the years in photos Charlotte Observer This story was originally published May 21, 2026 at 9: 15 PM....
Weather alert for Forsyth County Thursday afternoon - winds gusting up to 30 mph
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (265+ words) A report was issued from the NWS Raleigh NC on Thursday at 2: 56 p. m. for strong thunderstorms until 3: 30 p. m. for Forsyth County. Wind gusts of up to 30 mph and pea-sized hail (0. 25 inches) are anticipated. "At 2: 55 p. m. , Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Enon,…...
With I-77 vote, Charlotte is the city its critics have been warning about | Opinion
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (756+ words) A favored pastime of the more pessimistic kind of North Carolina conservative is watching Charlotte for signs of civic decline. Every viral video, Uptown crime story, or woke talking point becomes evidence that Charlotte is quickly becoming another Portland or…...