Dean Hensley

Hendersonville

Digital Content Producer at WLOS-TV (Asheville, NC)

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Raccoon attack prompts warnings from Polk County officials

1 week ago | wlos.com | Dean Hensley

SALUDA, N.C. (WLOS) — Polk County officials are warning residents to be on alert after a raccoon reportedly attacked a person on May 27. According to a May 28 joint news release from Polk County Sheriff’s Office Division of Animal Control and Polk County Health and Human Services Agency, they were notified of a raccoon attacking a person in the vicinity of Holbert Cove Rd and Green River Cove Rd in Saluda in the late morning hours of May 27.
Memorial Day weekend Airport Road crash leaves Henderson County man in a coma

1 week ago | wlos.com | Dean Hensley

MILLS RIVER, N.C. (WLOS) — A crash that happened over Memorial Day weekend in Henderson County left a Hendersonville man in a coma, according to the North Carolina Highway Patrol. Sgt. Cory J. Hipp told News 13 on May 26 that Samuel Mullenax of Hendersonville was transported to Mission Hospital with serious injuries. He also said Mullenax was in a coma.
Cooler-than-normal temperatures, rain continue Memorial Day and into Tuesday

1 week ago | wlos.com | Dean Hensley

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — While Western North Carolina will not see the record low of 34 degrees set in 1925 in Asheville, areas will see continued cooler-than-normal temperatures on Memorial Day and into Tuesday, May 27. News 13's SkyWatch Forecast reports a Memorial Day high in the mid-to-upper 60s, which is about 10-15 degrees cooler than the normal high of 78. The forecast calls for skies to be mostly cloudy today, with passing light rain showers.
West Asheville man arrested for drug trafficking of fentanyl, cocaine

2 weeks ago | wlos.com | Dean Hensley

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — An Asheville man has been arrested on drug trafficking charges after police were conducting what it calls "proactive crime prevention" on the night of May 21 in West Asheville. According to a May 22 Asheville Police Department news release, officers arrested 55-year-old Warren Daryl Brathwaite on Deaverview Road after making contact with him at 9:20 p.m. on May 21. Officers found Brathwaite to be in possession of fentanyl, crack cocaine and a trafficking amount of opium.
West Asheville man arrested for drug trafficking of fentanyl, cocaine

2 weeks ago | abcnews4.com | Dean Hensley

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — An Asheville man has been arrested on drug trafficking charges after police were conducting what it calls "proactive crime prevention" on the night of May 21 in West Asheville. According to a May 22 Asheville Police Department news release, officers arrested 55-year-old Warren Daryl Brathwaite on Deaverview Road after making contact with him at 9:20 p.m. on May 21. Officers found Brathwaite to be in possession of fentanyl, crack cocaine and a trafficking amount of opium.
Former student charged with bringing gun to Henderson County school program

2 weeks ago | abcnews4.com | Dean Hensley

FLETCHER, N.C. (WLOS) — According to Fletcher Academy, a former student has been charged with bringing a concealed firearm onto school property. A spokesperson with the school told News 13 on May 22 that no was was hurt and that the incident happened at a school concert on May 17 at Lelia Patterson Center. A Henderson County spokesperson also confirmed that live ammunition was recovered with the weapon.
Former student charged with bringing gun to Henderson County school program

2 weeks ago | wlos.com | Dean Hensley

A former student at Fletcher Academy has been charged with bringing a firearm to the school. (Photo: WLOS Staff)
Laurel Park mayor details town's Helene recovery frustrations, estimates over $10M needed

2 weeks ago | wlos.com | Dean Hensley

LAUREL PARK, N.C. (WLOS) — In the Town of Laurel Park's May newsletter, the mayor told residents how he understands their frustrations on stalled Helene recovery efforts and that Town Council members are also frustrated. Mayor J. Carey O'Cain said recovery will happen, but without needed funds, it will be painfully slow. "We anticipate our costs for permanent repairs to exceed $10 million," he said.
Hendersonville leaders announce water, vehicle registration increases in dancing video

2 weeks ago | wlos.com | Dean Hensley

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The City of Hendersonville's communications team found a unique way to disclose information on the city's proposed 2026 budget by posting a video on social media. On May 20, the Hendersonville NC City Government's Facebook page featured a video of city leaders dancing that essentially broke down the proposed budget for 2026. While some rates were unchanged, there were some increases in fees proposed, including a water rate increase of 8%.
Ceremonies planned to commemorate Memorial Day in Western North Carolina

2 weeks ago | wlos.com | Dean Hensley

WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA (WLOS) — Memorial Day first began in the 1860s and paid tribute to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice during the Civil War, according to the United States Army. When it was first celebrated, it was called Decoration Day, and it was always held on May 30. Following World War I, the name was changed to Memorial Day and honored all those who lost their lives while serving in the military. The date was also changed to the last Monday in May.

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