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WITH THE RECENT WIN OF THE UNC TAR HEELS OVER DUKE, REASON WE'RE CALLED TAR HEELS EXPLAINED
Why We’re All Called Tar HeelsWhere did the “Tar Heels” nickname come from? The term “tar heel” dates back to North Carolina’s early history, when the state was a leading producer of supplies for the naval industry. Workers who distilled turpentine from... Link to Full Story
New! The WHKP Radio App Now Available
WHKP is pleased to announce the release of its new radio app. DOWNLOAD IT FROM YOUR APP STORE TODAY! Features: Stream the WHKP radio broadcast. Check the local weather. Read the local news. Access WHKP on Facebook, X.com, Instagramm, and Tiktok. Text the... Link to Full Story
COLTON BRACKETT NO LONGER FOOTBALL COACH AT EAST HENDERSON
After many comments on Facebook by East Henderson students and community fans....the Hendersonville Times-News confirms in a recent article that Colton Brackett is no longer the football coach at East Henderson. He confirmed to the paper that he... Link to Full Story
HENDERSONVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT CELEBRATES CHIEF MILLER'S RETIREMENT AND THE PROMOTION OF DEPUTY CHIEF WARD
The Hendersonville Fire Department formally recognized the retirement of Chief D. James Miller and the promotion of Deputy Chief Justin Ward at the City Council meeting held on February 5, 2026. During the meeting, Chief Miller was recognized for his 35... Link to Full Story
FIRED HENDERSONVILLE POLICE CAPTAIN DENIES MISCONDUCT CALLS ALLEGATIONS MISLEADING
A captain with the Hendersonville Police Department has issued a 24-page public statement after he was fired following allegations of "misuse of off-duty employment." On Feb. 5, 2026, Hendersonville city council officials announced Captain Kenneth Hipps... Link to Full Story