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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 1d

Asheboro’s “No Kings” protest stayed peaceful — but an armed attendee raised questions about how NC law treats firearms at public demonstrations.
#asheboronokings #opencarry #nc
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Asheboro Police Respond to Questions After Armed Indavidual Appears at Protest

Questions have emerged about the Asheboro Police Department’s response after an individual arrived openly armed — raising questions about...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 3d

[📌 Reminder! ] The hearing is scheduled for Oct. 22, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the JB and Claire Davis Corporate Training Center at Randolph Community College (413 Industrial Park Avenue in Asheboro). Doors will open at 5 p.m
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EPA to Hold Public Hearing on Asheboro Wastewater Permit Amid Ongoing Dioxane Fight

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold a public hearing next month on its objection to a proposed...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 4d

Clear, moonless skies could make Monday and Tuesday some of the best nights of the year for stargazing across the Piedmont.
#piedmontspacecal #comet #meteorshower
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Two comets and the Orionids to dazzle Piedmont skies Oct. 20–21

Clear, moonless skies could make Monday and Tuesday some of the best nights of the year for stargazing across...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 4d

🌠 Orionid Meteor Shower – One of autumn’s best meteor showers! With a dark new moon sky, expect 10–20 fast, bright meteors per hour from Halley’s Comet debris. Best
#Orionids #MeteorShower #HalleyComet #NCskies

Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 9d

☄️ Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) – Don’t miss Comet Lemmon’s closest pass on October 20! Under dark skies you may spot its faint greenish glow, with binoculars revealing more detail and a short tail.
#CometLemmon #SpaceWatch #Astronomy #NCskies

Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 9d

Asheboro police responded to a home on Oakmont Drive Tuesday after a resident discovered what appeared to be a hand grenade in a flower bed while doing yardwork.
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Grenade-Like Device Found in Asheboro Yard Prompts Police Response

Asheboro police responded to a home on Oakmont Drive Tuesday after a resident discovered what appeared to be a...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 13d

The Randolph County Public Library Board of Trustees voted Thursday to keep the children’s book Call Me Max in its current location after a packed public meeting.
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Library Board Upholds Call Me Max After Packed Public Hearing

The Randolph County Public Library Board of Trustees voted Thursday to keep the children’s book Call Me Max in...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 14d

BREAKING—Over a hundred residents filled the Historic Courthouse tonight as the Randolph County Library Board voted to keep the children’s book 'Call Me Max' on the shelf. Dozens spoke for and against the book before the final vote. Watch for the full story Friday on #acmenews

Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 16d

Tomorrow, the Randolph County Library Board will review a challenge to the children’s book Call Me Max. The meeting comes during #BannedBooksWeek
#randolphcounty #ncnews #bookban
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Randolph Library Board to Review Challenge to Children’s Book ‘Call Me Max’

The Randolph County Public Library Board of Trustees will decide this week whether to uphold or overturn a challenge...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 17d

Think the Moon looks extra bright tonight? This year’s Harvest Moon falls is today, October 6, reaching full illumination at 11:47 P.M.
#piedmontspacecal #acmenews #nightsky #fullmoon

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 17d

🌠 The Draconids peak October 8–9! —Their radiant is highest in the evening, making them best viewed right after sunset.
#Draconids #MeteorShower #Stargazing #NCskies

Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 21d

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold a public hearing next month on its objection to a proposed wastewater permit for Asheboro’s treatment plant.
#epa #asheboro #nc #ncdeq #haskettcreek #publicmeeting
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EPA to Hold Public Hearing on Asheboro Wastewater Permit Amid Ongoing Dioxane Fight

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold a public hearing next month on its objection to a proposed...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 21d

The North Carolina Zoo will celebrate Indigenous culture this weekend with an American Indian Powwow at its Solar Pointe picnic area.
#nczoo #powwow #Lumbee #Coharie #WaccamawSiouan #NativeAmerican

North Carolina Zoo to Host Indigenous Powwow This Weekend

ASHEBORO, N.C. (ACME NEWS) — The North Carolina Zoo and Botanical Gardens will celebrate Indigenous culture this weekend with...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 22d

☄ Look up this October! — From a glowing Harvest Moon to meteor showers and even a comet, the night sky has plenty in store this month. Grab a blanket, find a dark spot, and enjoy the show above.
#SpaceCalendar #NightSky #Stargazing #Astronomy #NCskies

Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · 23d

The federal government has partially shut down after lawmakers failed to approve new funding. For Randolph County residents, that means some federal programs continue without interruption, while others could quickly be affected.

Government Shuts Down: What to know in Randolph County

The federal government has partially shut down overnight after law-makers failed to approve new funding.

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · Sep 23

Federal health regulators move to add cautionary language to Tylenol labels, but the nation’s top obstetricians say the medicine remains safe and dispute the link to autism. #autism #Tylenol #FDA
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Tylenol in Pregnancy: Warning Labels Coming, But No Proof of Autism Risk

Federal health regulators move to add cautionary language to Tylenol labels, but the nation’s top obstetricians say the medicine...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · Sep 21

Three months after two environmental groups sued #Asheboro and plastics maker StarPet Inc. over 1,4-dioxane pollution, the case has become a fight over whether federal courts should step in now or wait for legal battles #NC to play out.
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Asheboro Asks Federal Courts to Toss or Delay Lawsuit Over Dioxane Discharges

Three months after two environmental groups sued Asheboro and plastics maker StarPet Inc. over 1,4-dioxane pollution, the case has become a fight over whether federal courts should step in now or wait...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · Sep 8

Anyone with information about Liam King’s whereabouts is urged to immediately call 911, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office at 336-318-6699, or Crime Stoppers at 336-672-7463 to remain anonymous.
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Search Intensifies for Missing 7-Year-Old in Randolph County

Authorities and volunteers are continuing an intensive search for 7-year-old Liam King, who was reported missing on September 7...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · Sep 7

HHS is citing scientific studies to justify dropping COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for kids and pregnant women — but many of those studies say the opposite of what the administration claims.
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RFK & HHS Officials Lied About COVID Vaccine Studies to Support Changes

HHS is citing scientific studies to justify dropping COVID vaccine recommendations for kids and pregnant women — but those...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · Sep 4

🌕 The Full Corn Moon on Sept 7 will be the last full moon of summer. 🍂 The Autumn Equinox arrives Sept 22, marking the start of fall. #ncspacecal #acmenews

Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · Sep 2

Asheboro Police have been stepping up enforcement around schools as students start the new school year. #asheboro
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Asheboro Police Step Up Enforcement in School Zones at Start of New School Year

Asheboro Police have been stepping up enforcement around schools as students start the new school year.

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · Sep 2

In 2024, drug and medical device companies paid healthcare providers in Randolph County over $250,000 for meals, lodging, speaking fees, and more according to federal data.
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Dollars for Doctors: $250K Paid to Providers in Randolph County in 2024

In 2024, drug and medical device companies paid healthcare providers in Randolph County over $250,000 for meals, lodging, speaking...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · Aug 17

A man out on bond for possession of a stolen AR-15 style pistol was arrested Friday night after a shooting in Asheboro that left one person injured.
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Suspect on Bond for Stolen Gun Arrested After Asheboro Shooting; One Injured

A man out on bond for possession of a stolen AR-15 style pistol was arrested Friday night after a...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · Aug 1

One of the oldest ocelots in human care, Diego passed away this week at the NC Zoo, just shy of his 22nd birthday. #nczoo #nczw
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NC Zoo’s Longtime Ocelot, Diego, Dies at 21

Diego, one of the oldest ocelots in human care, died this week at the North Carolina Zoo, just shy...

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Acme News @acmenews.bsky.social · Jul 31

August is set to be a great month for everyone in central NC, but epically those with a telescope. #spacecalendar #piedmont #nc