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Aug232021 by Acme News WireNo Comments

Vehicle Chase Down Interstate Ends In Arrest

Breaking News

Acme News ASHEBORO NC (ACME NEWS) - A vehicle chase which started in Asheboro ended in an arrest this evening. The Asheboro Police Department was not immediately available to comment. From 911 radio traffic we know the chase started in or near Asheboro and wound up on I-73/74 SB going for over 20 miles into Montgomery County, and reaching speeds of 120mph. Asheboro Police Department, Deputies with the Randolph & Montgomery County Sheriffs Office, and State Troopers with the NC Highway patrol were all involved. No word on the identity of the suspect, why they ran, or charges were available at the time of publication. We will post updates as more information becomes available. UPDATE Aug 24th 2:45 PM - This afternoon we received information about the vehicle chase yesterday that ...

Aug192021 by Scott PelkeyNo Comments

Mother & Son Injured In House Fire

News

ASHEBORO NC – A mother and son had to be airlifted to a nearby hospital Wednesday afternoon after escaping a house fire. Randolph County 911 received a frantic call from the homeowner that her house was on fire at 2:12 PM. Staley Fire Department was dispatched to the house which was on Old Coleridge Rd, close to the Chatham County line and the first engine checked enroute in just slightly over one minute. Responding fire fighters reported seeing smoke from the fire one mile away, and reported flames coming through the roof when they arrived. According to the Randolph County Fire Marshals office a mother and her son were occupants of the residence at the time of the fire and were and were able to escape the home. Randolph County 911 call logs reported that both sustained smoke inhalat...

Aug182021 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Missing: Steven Tyler Tuttle

News

ASHEBORO N.C. - Family members, friends, and the Randolph County Sherriff's Office are asking for help from the public locating a missing person. Steven Tyler Tuttle, White/Male, 5’08” tall / 190 lbs, 32 years of age, Blue eyes, Brown short hair He was last seen on Monday, May 31, 2021, in the area of Hinshaw Country Rd. in Liberty, NC. He was last seen wearing (an unknown color) t-shirt and gym shorts, and unknown brand or color tennis shoes. Tuttle has a tattoo on his left hand. The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office says on June 12, 2021, they received a report of a missing person. If anyone has any information on the location of Steven Tyler Tuttle, they are asked to contact 911, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office at 336-318-6699 or Crime Stoppers at 336-672-7463. UPDAT...

Aug172021 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

Fred Is On The Way, And He’s Bringing Muggy Days And Rain

Weather

NASA image by Jeff Schmaltz, MODIS Rapid Response Team, Goddard Space Flight Center. Caption by Michon Scott. ASHEBORO NC - Tuesday and Wednesday are setting up to be a wet one, thanks to Tropical Storm Fred who’s heading our way. What remains of Tropical Storm Fred will slowly move through the southeastern part of NC on Tuesday. Fred will bring with it heavy rains up in the mountains, but in the Piedmont we are only expecting a few scattered showers and thunderstorms. Rain and winds may be heavy at times with some possibility of localized severe storms and flooding. Again on Wednesday, the remnants of Fred will keep moving slowly to the northeast as the storms clear out of the area late on Wednesday. Both days you can expect highs in the 80, meaning two muggy days ahead. Overall ...

Aug162021 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Asheboro Man Charged In Overdose Death Of Pregnant Woman

News

ASHEBORO NC – A Grand Jury has indicted an Asheboro man in the 2019 overdose death of Amber Cox and her unborn child. Back on April 7th 2019 the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division responded to an overdose at 1123 Ingram Dr. Asheboro NC. When they arrived they found Amber Leigh Cox unresponsive in what they said appeared to be a suspected heroin overdose. Police say the located evidence of recent drug use at the scene. Randolph County EMS arrived and attempted lifesaving procedures before pronouncing Cox and her unborn child deceased on the scene. Amber Cox was nine months pregnant at the time of her death. Cox’s body was sent to the N.C. Medical Examiner’s office in Raleigh for an autopsy. The Sheriff’s office opened an investigation which led them to evidence that Greg...

Aug162021 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Man Facing Felonies After Police Say He Shot Into Home

Crime

ASHEBORO NC – A Thomasville man is in jail facing multiple felonies after police say he shot into a home with several people inside. On August 12, 2021, at approximately 10:34 pm, the Randolph County Sheriff’s responded to a report of shots fired into a home on Old Mountain Rd. in Trinity. When deputies arrived, witnesses told them that someone had fired several shots into a home while several people were inside. Police say based on witnesses and information they obtained they were able to identify two suspected suspects. James Marcus Hester, III James Marcus Hester, III, was arrested at his home and transported to the Randolph County Jail where he was charged with four counts Felony Assault with Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill, Felony Assault with a Deadly Weapon with Intent to...

Aug162021 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

NC Zoo Announces Death Of Two Beloved Animals

NC Zoo

ASHEBORO NC – Last week the NC shared the sad news of the loss of two of its animals. Paco On Aug 11th 2021, the NC Zoo announced on Facebook the passing of Paco the harbor seal. The cause of death had not yet been determined not yet determined, but the post shared to Facebook noted Paco did have a large lung mass. Paco lived at the NC Zoo’s Rocky Coast exhibit for 13 years. Paco the harbor seal (NC Zoo / Facebook Page) “Paco was an amazing seal. He was handsome and strong. Super smart. Craved challenges. Always made his keepers think and try new ways of doing things. And no matter what, he always made us laugh and smile. From the goofy looks to the exasperated eye rolls when we weren’t doing something to his liking to the crazy spurts of energy during sessions to the underwa...

Aug102021 by Randolph News NowNo Comments

Police Say Driver Tried To Toss Stolen Gun During Traffic Stop

Crime

Christopher Tre'Lonnie Everette ASHEBORO NC – A driver on a traffic stop was arrested last week after according to police he tried to toss a stolen gun into the woods. That's according to a press release from the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office. They say on on August 7, 2021, deputies pulled over a car on I-73/74 just south of the US 64 Bypass. While the deputy was speaking with the passenger, the driver was seen throwing something it into the tall grassy area on the side of the highway. When deputies searched that area they found a firearm that had been reported stolen to the Davie County Sheriff’s Office. That driver was identified as Christopher Tre'Lonnie Everette, who was arrested and taken to the Randolph County Jail. There a magistrate found probable cause for the charges of...

Aug12021 by Acme News WireNo Comments

I-85 Shutdown Due To Multi-Vehicle Accident

Breaking News, Traffic & Roads

(Map by Open Street Maps) ASHEBORO (ACME NEWS) - I-85 NB is shutdown between Liberty Dr. and Finch Farm Rd due to a multi-vehicle accident. Randolph County 911 Guil-Rand Fire and 3 EMS units to the crash involving two tractor trailers and three other vehicle. Davidson county crews have also been notified and are responding. Emergency crews have called for NC DOT to help shut the highway down. This is a live news story and will be updated as more information is made available.

Jul302021 by Sky EmersonNo Comments

RCPH Joins Summer Cash Cards Program As Vaccine Incentives Grow

Health

ASHEBORO NC – the list of incentives is growing for anyone hasn't gotten their first COVID-19 vaccine, Randolph County Public Health announced they will be giving out a limited number of $25 Summer Cash Cards, starting on August 5th. UPDATE: On August 4th Randolph County Public Health announced that the amount of the Summer cash cards being offered has been increased from $25 to $100. (All the same rules and restrictions still apply) To be eligible you must be at least 18 years-old and be getting your first COVID-19 vaccine. If you’re getting your second dose you’re not eligible. Gift cards will also be given to anyone who drives someone to the health department to get the vaccine. Drivers must be over 18 years-old and can’t be getting compensated for the ride (sorry Uber, Lyft,...