Border Patrol Operations in Charlotte

Border Patrol agents conducted immigration-enforcement operations in Charlotte on Saturday, with arrests reported in east Charlotte, South Boulevard, and a shopping center on Central Avenue.

The activity sparked a large protest in First Ward Park on Saturday, where hundreds gathered amid rising concerns from residents and business owners in heavily immigrant neighborhoods.

City officials say they have been preparing for the federal deployment, though the scope and duration of the operation remain unclear.

Wildfires Spread Across Western NC

Fire crews across Western North Carolina worked multiple wildfires last week as dry, windy weather fueled fast-moving flames in Caldwell, Buncombe, and McDowell counties.

In Caldwell County, a 20-acre fire near Burns Road forced evacuations, while crews in Buncombe and McDowell counties battled brush fires near Milksick Cove Road, Cane Creek Road, and Lower Brush Creek—some of which reignited after being contained.

Officials say weeks without rain have left conditions extremely dry, prompting warnings against open burning and urging residents to avoid active fire areas during containment efforts.

New Prostate Treatment Used at CRHS

Columbus Regional Healthcare System introduced Aquablation therapy, a next-generation procedure for benign prostatic hyperplasia, becoming one of the region’s first providers to offer the new HYDROS robotic system.

The technique uses real-time imaging and a robotic waterjet to remove obstructive prostate tissue while preserving sexual function and continence, with CRHS performing its first procedure on Nov. 5.

The system expands CRHS’s growing lineup of minimally invasive prostate care, which also includes Focal HIFU for treating localized prostate cancer.

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➤ Camp Lejeune: First lady Melania Trump and second lady Usha Vance will visit the base on Wednesday, meeting with military families and offering holiday thanks. (More)

➤ Raleigh: A deadly crash on I-440 near Capital Boulevard shut down lanes in both directions on Friday, prompting drivers to take alternate routes. (More)

➤ High Country: MountainTrue will expand river and stream debris cleanups across Western North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee after receiving a $750,000 grant to support crews restoring waterways after Hurricane Helene. (More)

➤ Hatteras Island: Dare County’s Waterways Commission seeks permission to place sand dredged from Hatteras Inlet onto eroded beaches, though permit hurdles may delay the plan until after winter maintenance. (More)

➤ Charlotte: The former owner of two shuttered restaurants faces lawsuits seeking about $960,000 in unpaid rent and service costs tied to Bar One Lounge and 800° Uptown. (More)

➤ Also in Charlotte: A woman survived after a tree crashed through her apartment and pinned her in bed, with firefighters saying her headboard kept the impact from crushing her. (More) 

➤ Wilmington: State and federal officials are weighing a proposal to deepen the Cape Fear River shipping channel, a plan supporters say will accommodate larger ships but critics warn could harm wetlands and wildlife. (More)

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➤ Wake Forest rushed for 223 yards and and outgained North Carolina 414–257, in total offense, beating the Tar Heels 28-12. (Recap)

➤ NC State never led in a 41-7 loss to No. 15 Miami, falling behind 41-0 before scoring a late touchdown. In other action, J’Mari Taylor rushed for 133 yards and two touchdowns in No. 19 Virginia’s 34-17 win over Duke. (See Scores)

➤ East Carolina improved to 5-1 in the American Conference with a 31-27 win over Memphis. Meanwhile, Charlotte lost 28-7 to UTSA, and James Madison dominated Appalachian State 58-10. (See Scores)

➤ Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel dazzled fans in his hometown of Milwaukee in Friday night’s NBA Cup game against the Bucks, scoring 32 points, though the Hornets fell just short, losing 147-134 in overtime, dropping to 0-2 in NBA Cup group play. (More)

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➤ Giant wooden trolls crafted by Danish artist Thomas Dambo now tower in Asheville, Raleigh, Charlotte, and High Point, drawing visitors eager to see the nine-foot figures. (More)

➤ Carolina Beach approved a rule allowing residents to keep miniature goats as pets, permitting up to three pint-sized goats. (More)

➤ Dawson’s Creek star James Van Der Beek is auctioning show memorabilia—including items from the Wilmington-filmed series—to help cover medical costs during his cancer treatment. (More)

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How often do you wear a sweater during a typical North Carolina fall?

1. Never
2. Once or twice
3. As often as possible
4. I force it, then regret it

Yesterday’s Results:

Have you purchased your Thanksgiving turkey?

1. Not yet: 23%
2. Yes, it’s in the freezer: 22%
3. Someone else is: 20%
4. No turkey for me: 20%  
5. I’m having it delivered: 15%

What now-demolished North Carolina house did President George Washington once sleep in?

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