When Duke Energy opened four floodgates at Cowans Ford Dam last fall, it made headlines. On that September day, water surged ...

"We will be testing to ensure that the beach is safe for visitors and address any safety issues or hazards that remain before ...

A brief bout of rain Monday couldn't stop the fires, which have taken advantage of strong winds, low humidity and moderate to ...

A second wildfire has erupted in western North Carolina's McDowell County ... likely this afternoon and overnight in the Marion and Lake James area," officials warned. "The public is urged ...