Suspect Taken Into Custody for “Activating” Suspicious Package at UPS Store
The Hendersonville Police Department was contacted on Friday, March 27, 2020, shortly after 11:00 am, about an incident occurring at the UPS store on Spartanburg Highway.
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The NC Arboretum Closes Indefinitely
Out of concern for the health and safety of staff and guests, the North Carolina Arboretum has made the decision to close until further notice.
Governor Signs New Executive Order to Get Equipment to Healthcare Workers, Schools, Local Governments
Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 122 on Monday, March 30, to help schools and local governments access state surplus property to help bridge gaps during the response to COVID-19.
Local Sewers Move Mask-making Effort Into High Gear
Masks of Love WNC is an emergency effort to bring sewers and businesses together to tackle the dire shortage of face masks threatening Western North Carolina medical workers and citizens caught up in the coronavirus pandemic.
First COVID-19 Unemployment Benefits Will Be Paid This Week in North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper has announced that the first payments for the unemployment claims related to coronavirus will begin going out this week.
North Carolina Receives Federal Disaster Declaration for COVID-19
The White House has granted Governor Roy Cooper’s request for a federal disaster declaration for the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic in North Carolina.
Governor Issues Statewide Stay-at-Home Order Through April 29
Governor Roy Cooper has ordered people in the state of North Carolina to stay at home until April 29, 2020, in another step to slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Supply Shortage Prompts North Carolina to Limit Coronavirus Testing
North Carolina health officials recently signaled a change in how they will track the new coronavirus, as wait times for results from testing grew along with the number of positive cases across the state.
Pisgah Legal Services Continues to Help Those in Need
Pisgah Legal Services, a nonprofit that provides free, civil legal aid in Western North Carolina, remains open and continues to provide help for people with low incomes during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Henderson County Requesting Donations of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Medical Supplies
Henderson County Emergency Services is requesting donations of personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as medical supplies.
Hendersonville City Hall Closes to the Public
Hendersonville City Hall is now closed to the public in an ongoing effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Recommends People With Mild Symptoms Stay Home
For people who think they might have COVID-19 and have mild symptoms, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now recommends they stay home and call their doctor for medical advice.
The NC Arboretum Closes Indefinitely
Out of concern for the health and safety of staff and guests, the North Carolina Arboretum has made the decision to close until further notice.
Governor Signs New Executive Order to Get Equipment to Healthcare Workers, Schools, Local Governments
Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 122 on Monday, March 30, to help schools and local governments access state surplus property to help bridge gaps during the response to COVID-19.
Local Sewers Move Mask-making Effort Into High Gear
Masks of Love WNC is an emergency effort to bring sewers and businesses together to tackle the dire shortage of face masks threatening Western North Carolina medical workers and citizens caught up in the coronavirus pandemic.
First COVID-19 Unemployment Benefits Will Be Paid This Week in North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper has announced that the first payments for the unemployment claims related to coronavirus will begin going out this week.
North Carolina Receives Federal Disaster Declaration for COVID-19
The White House has granted Governor Roy Cooper’s request for a federal disaster declaration for the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic in North Carolina.
Governor Issues Statewide Stay-at-Home Order Through April 29
Governor Roy Cooper has ordered people in the state of North Carolina to stay at home until April 29, 2020, in another step to slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Supply Shortage Prompts North Carolina to Limit Coronavirus Testing
North Carolina health officials recently signaled a change in how they will track the new coronavirus, as wait times for results from testing grew along with the number of positive cases across the state.
Pisgah Legal Services Continues to Help Those in Need
Pisgah Legal Services, a nonprofit that provides free, civil legal aid in Western North Carolina, remains open and continues to provide help for people with low incomes during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Henderson County Requesting Donations of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Medical Supplies
Henderson County Emergency Services is requesting donations of personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as medical supplies.
Hendersonville City Hall Closes to the Public
Hendersonville City Hall is now closed to the public in an ongoing effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Recommends People With Mild Symptoms Stay Home
For people who think they might have COVID-19 and have mild symptoms, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now recommends they stay home and call their doctor for medical advice.
