Pete Zamplas
Democrats for Congress Lean on More Spending
Four Democrats vying to be their party’s candidate for Congress gave their views on many issues.
Softball Lady Hawks Clobber AC, TC
North Buncombe decisively beat two softball rivals early into this new season.
Students Honored for Anti-Drug Pledges
Students from the eight HCPS high schools and middle schools signed pledges to avoid illegal drugs, alcohol and tobacco. Dozens of student leaders were honored at a rally.
Enka Sugar Jets Are State Runners-up
Several local players earned all-WNC district honors. Enka girls’ head coach Kyle Reagan is the female squad coach of the year, leading his team to second best in the state.
Ukraine Digs In; Baltics Next for Putin?
In defending their homeland with guerrilla warfare, the daily menu for Ukrainians shifted to several helpings of valor and rounds of Molotov cocktail bombs.
Local Ukrainians Angry with Putin’s Invasion
People born in Ukraine or of Ukrainian descent are coping emotionally with dangers imposed to their loved ones, including male civilians ordered to defend their homeland against invading Russians.
Edwards Campaign Drawing in Donors
Citizens filled Burntshirt Vineyards to hear State Sen. Chuck Edwards talk about pressing issues and his credentials.
Frenetic HHS Comeback Short by One Point
R-S just beat HHS for the third time — all nail-biters.
Falcons Celebrate Hoops Greats of 30 Years Ago
A “West is Best” fond memory of 30 years ago is of the West Henderson Falcon boys’ most prolific basketball team ever.
Reynolds Wraps Up MAC Hoops Titles
A.C. Reynolds boys and girls squads both convincingly won Mountain Athletic Conference basketball titles last week.