Emergency officials said a second wildfire also started north of Marion, North Carolina, but it is much smaller—only two acres—and does not currently require evacuations. That fire is 0 ...

As of Monday, 1 p.m. ET, South Carolina lists 25 wildfires that burn across 5,109.2 acres, according to the South Carolina's Forestry Commission. North Carolina, lists 113 fires that span across ...

North Carolina Forest Service in the Monday press release: "March signals the beginning of spring wildfire season in North Carolina, and the N.C. Forest Service is urging residents to be diligent ...

According to the North Carolina Forest Service's wildfire map, the fire is about 40 acres and 0% contained. To receive McDowell County emergency alerts text 28752 to 888777.

In the Carolinas, wildfires have set 14,068.9 acres ablaze, according to the South Carolina Forestry Commission and the North Carolina Forest Service. Two of the biggest fires in North Carolina ...

Marion, North Carolina, at the feet of the Blue Ridge Mountains in McDowell County, has been struggling with a sharp increase in opioid addiction and overdoses. The town is scene here on July 23, 2024 ...

Republicans who control the North Carolina legislature on Wednesday approved a new congressional map that could help their party pick up at least three US House seats in next year’s elections.

A new congressional map in North Carolina could set multiple House seats up to flip in Republicans’ favor, dealing a blow to Democrats heading into 2024. The GOP-led state Legislature approved ...

North Carolina Republicans Approve House Map That Flips at Least Three Seats The gerrymandered congressional map, made possible by a new G.O.P. majority on the state Supreme Court, ensures ...

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — A combined effort between Harrison and Marion counties is collecting relief supplies for storm victims in North Carolina, with plans to leave for the Asheville, North ...