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Firefighters tackle large brush fire in Alarka community
SWAIN COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Officials have confirmed a fire broke out in the Alarka area on April 18. According to the West ...
Western NC wildfires continue to grow, 10% containment or less: See the latest April 18
The U.S. Forest Service provided April 18 updates on the Haoe Lead Fire and Bee Rock Creek Fire. Here's what we know.
Bee Rock Creek fire grows to 856 acres in McDowell County, officials say
Officials with the city of Marion report the NC Forest Service, US Forest Service and Woodlawn Fire Department are responding.
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You Haven’t Explored North Carolina Until You’ve Visited This 3,520-Acre State Park
Merchants Millpond State Park in Gatesville is that rare destination that makes you question whether you’ve somehow slipped through a crack in reality. And yet, despite spanning an impressive 3,520 ...
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The 3,520-Acre State Park In North Carolina That Most People Don’t Know About
Merchants Millpond State Park in Gatesville, North Carolina is that rare place where you feel like you’ve accidentally ...
Webb Creek Fire in Clay County reaches 150 acres, 70% contained
A new wildfire in Clay County called the Webb Creek Fire has burned 150 acres and is 70% contained, per the North Carolina Wildfire Public Viewer.
A Lake Norman Mexican restaurant is taking over a former Chili’s location in Charlotte
Locally owned Rio 150, a Mexican restaurant that’s quickly expanding from its home base in Lake Norman, is set to open a ...