McDowell Co. couple's harrowing escape and insurance battle after being trapped in storm
The ceiling is caved in, the walls are caved in, it’s pretty dangerous to go in there,” said Colleen Gormley of her McDowell County home.The couple’s home was ...
Wildfire causing delays on I-40 in McDowell Co., officials say
MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - McDowell County Emergency Management said a wildfire is causing traffic delays on I-40 ...
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Wildfire warning released for McDowell County
A wildfire was found on US Forest Service Property near I-40 Old Fort Mountain. Officials warn drivers to expect slow traffic ...
Wildfire near Old Fort Mountain disrupts traffic on I-40, remains 0% contained
MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — A wildfire is impacting traffic on I-40. It's on Old Fort Mountain near the Buncombe County line. The wildfire has reached 3 acres and is 0% contained, according to the ...
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McDowell girls basketball wins Mountain Athletic Conference outright, first title since 2014
ASHEVILLE – Both Erwin and McDowell girls basketball have made ... See where every WNC team stands Western North Carolina high school girls soccer players to watch during 2025 NCHSAA season ...
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McDowell County roads: Sugar Hill Road to be repaved this year, U.S. 221 widening may be delayed
The right-of-way acquisition is in progress for U.S. 221 Business from U.S. Highway 226 to Georgia Avenue, according to NCDOT. The project would widen the road to three lanes to include a center turn ...
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Old Fort Elementary getting SRO from sheriff's office; McDowell board holds 2 closed meetings
The McDowell County Board of Commissioners has held several closed meetings about personnel in the past month.