Labor Day Weather Briefing for Monday, September 07, 2026

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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• Back to School Safety Tips for the 2026-2027 School Year [Macon Media]

• Town of Franklin Asks Residents to Observe Voluntary Water Restrictions [Macon Media]

• Nine N.C. counties in exceptional drought as statewide drought continues [Macon Media]

WEATHER OUTLOOK

1. Much cooler today with below normal highs expected.

2. Drier conditions return tonight, persisting through mid-week. A cold front will bring rain chances back towards the end of the week. Above normal temperatures return for the rest of the week.

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FORECAST

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(since this is a quick forecast intended to cover the whole county, bear in mind that higher elevations may experience cooler temperatures than this and the lower elevations may experience higher temperatures than those in the forecast)

.TODAY....Partly sunny with a chance of showers. A slight chance of thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the mid 70s. Southeast winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

.TONIGHT....Partly cloudy. Lows around 60. Southeast winds around 5 mph.

.TUESDAY....Sunny. Highs in the upper 70s. Southeast winds around 5 mph.

.TUESDAY NIGHT....Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s. East winds around 5 mph.

.WEDNESDAY....Sunny. Highs around 80. Southeast winds around 5 mph.

.WEDNESDAY NIGHT....Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.

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HAZARDOUS WEATHER

Hazardous weather is not expected today or tonight.

Hot and muggy conditions return for early next week.



POLLEN REPORT

Pollen levels are expected to be n the medium-high (8.5 out of 12) today with Ragweed, Chenopods, and Grasses being the main culprits. Tomorrow is expected to be in the medium range (6.1 out of 12.0)

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MACON CALENDAR

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Friends of the Greenway would like to invite you to our Christmas in July sale, July 22-25, 9-2 each day. Do some Christmas shopping early with 20% off everything in the Gift Shop. On Saturday, July 25th, have a Christmas cookie and enjoy great music from 11-1. Greenway Visitor Center/FROG Quarters, 573 E Main St, Franklin.

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The many ways you can connect to Mountain Findings to arrange donation pick-ups, drop-off location, shopping hours, volunteering, and to learn more on our community grants programs and graduating seniors scholarships.
Facebook: @MountainFindings
Phone: 828-526-9929
Email: MountainFindings1@gmail.com
Webpage: MountainFindings.org
Location: 452 Spruce St, Highlands, NC

LIVE SATURDAY MIDDAY MUSIC CALENDAR FOR JUNE/JULY 2026

11a to 1p at Friends of the Greenway, Inc.
573 E Main St, Franklin, NC 28734
contact: frog28734@gmail.com; 828-369-8488

Friends of the Greenway would like to invite you to FROG FAIR, our Fall arts & crafts show and music festival on September 19, 2026 from 10-4 at the Greenway Visitor Center/FROG Quarters, 573 E. Main St, Franklin (at the Town bridge). We are providing an outlet for 45 area artists and crafters to showcase their wonderful items for your shopping pleasure! As a fund raiser event for FROG, we collect a vendor registration fee and sell breakfast and lunch items. Area musicians will donate their time and talent throughout the day. Mark your calendar and come enjoy the day. Hope to see you on Sept. 19.

To find out more about the Greenway and our organization, our website is: littletennessee.org.

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WEATHER ALMANAC

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Record Weather Events for this date in Macon County (1872-2025)

Highest Temperature 97°F in Highlands in 1925
Lowest Temperature 38°F in Highlands in 2017
Greatest Rainfall 3.66 inches in Highlands in 1938

Record weather events for September in Macon County

Highest Temperature 98°F in Franklin on Sep 4, 1975
Lowest Temperature 27°F in Franklin on Sep 30, 1967
Greatest Rainfall 11.87 inches in Highlands on Sep 29, 1964
Greatest Snowfall no measurable snowfall has been recorded since records started being kept in 1873

Weather Extremes for North Carolina for the month of September

Highest Temperature 108°F Belhaven, Beaufort County Sep 25, 1921
Lowest Temperature 23°F Marion, McDowell County Sep 28, 2000
Greatest One-Day Rainfall 21.04 in Elizabethtown, Bladen County Sep 30, 2018

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WNC News

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George Masa's legacy lives on in the Smokies | WLOS-TV (Asheville), NC



• Angel Medical Center Column for September 2026 [Macon Media]
• New absentee guidance takes effect as ballots head to North Carolina voters [WLOS-TV Asheville, NC ]
• Roadless areas crucial to wild WNC character, sportspeople say [Asheville Citizen-Times]
• Pratt & Whitney has received millions in incentives – and exceeded employment promises [Asheville Watchdog ]

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NC News

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Who should get RSV, Flu and COVID vaccine and when? | WTVD-TV (Durham, NC)


• Greensboro postal employee accused of stealing thousands of opioid pills from Veterans Affairs [WRAL-TV (Raleigh, NC)]
• https://www.wral.com/news/state/greensboro-postal-employee-accused-of-stealing-thousands-of-pills-veterans-september-2026/ [Raleigh News & Observer]
• Forest Service declines public meeting on Wilson Creek ICE operation; Advocates call response ‘a shell game’ [NC Local]

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National News

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ABC World News Tonight with David Muir - Sept. 6, 2026 | ABC News



Meet the Press Full Episode — September 6 | NBC News




Lectures in History: Thomas Jefferson, the Qur’an and His Study of Islam | C-SPAN



• USS Abraham Lincoln heads back to US after 5-day Thailand port visit [The Hill]
• Investigators hunt for what went wrong after cargo plane crash in Miami kills at least 5 [AP News]
• After 'Lake America,' Trump suggests a new name for the state of New Mexico Yahoo News]

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Published at 6:00am on Monday, September 07, 2026
Author: Bobby Coggins

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Weekend Weather Briefing for Saturday, September 05, 2026

Image Source: National Weather Service.

• Announcements
• Sponsorships
• Forecast
• Macon Calendar
• Weather Almanac
• WNC News
• NC News
• Dolly Parton
• National News

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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• Back to School Safety Tips for the 2026-2027 School Year [Macon Media]

• Town of Franklin Asks Residents to Observe Voluntary Water Restrictions [Macon Media]

• Nine N.C. counties in exceptional drought as statewide drought continues [Macon Media]

WEATHER OUTLOOK

1. Hot and humid again today with heat index values in the mid-to-upper 90s. Make sure to stay hydrated and take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning. Cooler and less humid conditions finally return behind a cold front starting Sunday.

2. A cold front brings the potential for severe storms each afternoon and evening over the holiday weekend before drier conditions return for much of next week. Make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings, especially if you have outdoor plans.

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FORECAST

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(since this is a quick forecast intended to cover the whole county, bear in mind that higher elevations may experience cooler temperatures than this and the lower elevations may experience higher temperatures than those in the forecast)

.TODAY....Sunny. Areas of fog this morning. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. North winds around 5 mph this morning, becoming light and variable. Chance of rain 20 percent.

.TONIGHT....Partly cloudy. Patchy fog after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s. North winds around 5 mph.

.SUNDAY....Mostly sunny. Patchy fog in the morning. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Northwest winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

.SUNDAY NIGHT....Partly cloudy in the evening, then mostly cloudy with a chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the mid 60s. East winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

.LABOR DAY....Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s. East winds around 5 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph in the morning.

.MONDAY NIGHT....Partly cloudy. Lows around 60.

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HAZARDOUS WEATHER

Other than the risk for heat injuries due to the heat and humidity, no hazardous weather is expected.

Severe storms are possible on Saturday.

Hot and muggy conditions return for early next week.



POLLEN REPORT

Pollen levels are expected to be n the medium-high (9.6 out of 12) today with Ragweed, Chenopods, and Grasses being the main culprits. Tomorrow is expected to be in the medium-high range (8.9 out of 12.0)

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MACON CALENDAR

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Friends of the Greenway would like to invite you to our Christmas in July sale, July 22-25, 9-2 each day. Do some Christmas shopping early with 20% off everything in the Gift Shop. On Saturday, July 25th, have a Christmas cookie and enjoy great music from 11-1. Greenway Visitor Center/FROG Quarters, 573 E Main St, Franklin.

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The many ways you can connect to Mountain Findings to arrange donation pick-ups, drop-off location, shopping hours, volunteering, and to learn more on our community grants programs and graduating seniors scholarships.
Facebook: @MountainFindings
Phone: 828-526-9929
Email: MountainFindings1@gmail.com
Webpage: MountainFindings.org
Location: 452 Spruce St, Highlands, NC

LIVE SATURDAY MIDDAY MUSIC CALENDAR FOR JUNE/JULY 2026

11a to 1p at Friends of the Greenway, Inc.
573 E Main St, Franklin, NC 28734
contact: frog28734@gmail.com; 828-369-8488

Friends of the Greenway would like to invite you to FROG FAIR, our Fall arts & crafts show and music festival on September 19, 2026 from 10-4 at the Greenway Visitor Center/FROG Quarters, 573 E. Main St, Franklin (at the Town bridge). We are providing an outlet for 45 area artists and crafters to showcase their wonderful items for your shopping pleasure! As a fund raiser event for FROG, we collect a vendor registration fee and sell breakfast and lunch items. Area musicians will donate their time and talent throughout the day. Mark your calendar and come enjoy the day. Hope to see you on Sept. 19.

To find out more about the Greenway and our organization, our website is: littletennessee.org.

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WEATHER ALMANAC

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Record Weather Events for this date in Macon County (1872-2025)

Highest Temperature 98°F in Franklin in 1954
Lowest Temperature 38°F in Highlands in 1997
Greatest Rainfall 4.58 inches in Highlands in 1915

Record weather events for September in Macon County

Highest Temperature 98°F in Franklin on Sep 4, 1975
Lowest Temperature 27°F in Franklin on Sep 30, 1967
Greatest Rainfall 11.87 inches in Highlands on Sep 29, 1964
Greatest Snowfall no measurable snowfall has been recorded since records started being kept in 1873

Weather Extremes for North Carolina for the month of September

Highest Temperature 108°F Belhaven, Beaufort County Sep 25, 1921
Lowest Temperature 23°F Marion, McDowell County Sep 28, 2000
Greatest One-Day Rainfall 21.04 in Elizabethtown, Bladen County Sep 30, 2018

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WNC News

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New bridge built nearly 2 years after Helene | WLOS-TV (Asheville), NC



• Angel Medical Center Column for September 2026 [Macon Media]
• Friday Football Frenzy: Scores and highlights for Sept. 4, 2026 [WLOS-TV Asheville, NC ]
• 2026 NC Apple Festival brings apples, crowds to Hendersonville [Asheville Citizen-Times]
• Ager campaign fueled by 7,000 individual donations [Asheville Watchdog ]

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NC News

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NC State Board of Elections approves changes to how counties should handle absentee ballots | WTVD-TV (Durham, NC)


• Judge clears a lawsuit against Kyrsten Sinema under North Carolina's 'homewrecker' law [WRAL-TV (Raleigh, NC)]
• In split vote, NC approves new mail-in ballot guidelines hours before voting begins [Raleigh News & Observer]
• More absentee ballots in NC in danger of being tossed under new directives [NC Local]

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National News

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Stunning twists in Clancy mistrial: ABC World News Tonight with David Muir - Sept. 4, 2026 | ABC News



NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Full Episode - Sept. 4 | NBC News




Washington Today (9-4-26): U.S. adds 162,000 jobs in August, much larger number than expected | C-SPAN



• Trump reveals Brazil, Argentina involved in controversial beef deal [The Hill]
• Mistrial is declared in Lindsay Clancy child killings case after jury deadlocks [AP News]
• The startup behind Twitter's resurrection was just forced to change its name Yahoo News]

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Published at 6:00am on Saturday, September 05, 2026
Author: Bobby Coggins

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News and Weather Briefing for Friday, September 04, 2026

• Announcements
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• Forecast
• Macon Calendar
• Weather Almanac
• WNC News
• NC News
• National News
• World News

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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• Back to School Safety Tips for the 2026-2027 School Year [Macon Media]

• Town of Franklin Asks Residents to Observe Voluntary Water Restrictions [Macon Media]

• Nine N.C. counties in exceptional drought as statewide drought continues [Macon Media]

WEATHER OUTLOOK

1. Hot and humid conditions persist through Saturday, with heat indices each afternoon ranging from the lower 90s to the mid 90s. Cooler and less humid conditions finally return behind a cold front starting Sunday.

2. A strong cold front brings better coverage of showers and thunderstorms over the holiday weekend. The main day of concern for severe weather is Saturday during the afternoon and evening hours. Drier conditions should return for much of next week.

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Macon Media is being underwritten today by Bourbon & Bacon. (Formerly Franklin Office Supply)
Visit their store at 161 Highlands Road in Franklin or check out their website at bourbonandbaconfs.com

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FORECAST

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(since this is a quick forecast intended to cover the whole county, bear in mind that higher elevations may experience cooler temperatures than this and the lower elevations may experience higher temperatures than those in the forecast)

.TODAY....Mostly sunny. Patchy fog this morning. A chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Light and variable winds. Chance of rain 40 percent.

..TONIGHTY....Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 60s. Light and variable winds, becoming northwest around 5 mph after midnight.

..SATURDAYY....Mostly sunny. Patchy fog in the morning. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. North winds around 5 mph in the morning, becoming light and variable. Chance of rain 50 percent.

..SATURDAY NIGHTY....Partly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 60s. Northwest winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.

..SUNDAYY....Mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 80s. Northwest winds around 5 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

..SUNDAY NIGHTY....Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the lower 60s. Chance of rain 50 percent.

..LABOR DAYY....Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 70s. Chance of rain 50 percent.

..MONDAY NIGHTY....Partly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Lows around 60. Chance of rain 50 percent.

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HAZARDOUS WEATHER

Other than the risk for heat injuries due to the heat and humidity, no hazardous weather is expected.

Severe storms are possible on Saturday.

Hot and muggy conditions return for early next week.



POLLEN REPORT

Pollen levels are expected to be n the medium-high (9.5 out of 12) today with Ragweed, Chenopods, and Grasses being the main culprits. Tomorrow is expected to be in the medium-high range (9.2 out of 12.0)

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MACON CALENDAR

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(send your event to editor@maconmedia.com)

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Friends of the Greenway would like to invite you to our Christmas in July sale, July 22-25, 9-2 each day. Do some Christmas shopping early with 20% off everything in the Gift Shop. On Saturday, July 25th, have a Christmas cookie and enjoy great music from 11-1. Greenway Visitor Center/FROG Quarters, 573 E Main St, Franklin.

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The many ways you can connect to Mountain Findings to arrange donation pick-ups, drop-off location, shopping hours, volunteering, and to learn more on our community grants programs and graduating seniors scholarships.
Facebook: @MountainFindings
Phone: 828-526-9929
Email: MountainFindings1@gmail.com
Webpage: MountainFindings.org
Location: 452 Spruce St, Highlands, NC

LIVE SATURDAY MIDDAY MUSIC CALENDAR FOR JUNE/JULY 2026

11a to 1p at Friends of the Greenway, Inc.
573 E Main St, Franklin, NC 28734
contact: frog28734@gmail.com; 828-369-8488



To find out more about the Greenway and our organization, our website is: littletennessee.org.

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WEATHER ALMANAC

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Record Weather Events for this date in Macon County (1872-2025)

Highest Temperature 98°F in Franklin in 1975
Lowest Temperature 37°F at the Coweeta Experimental Station in 1952
Greatest Rainfall 2.51 inches in Highlands in 1983

Record weather events for September in Macon County

Highest Temperature 98°F in Franklin on Sep 4, 1975
Lowest Temperature 27°F in Franklin on Sep 30, 1967
Greatest Rainfall 11.87 inches in Highlands on Sep 29, 1964
Greatest Snowfall no measurable snowfall has been recorded since records started being kept in 1873

Weather Extremes for North Carolina for the month of September

Highest Temperature 108°F Belhaven, Beaufort County Sep 25, 1921
Lowest Temperature 23°F Marion, McDowell County Sep 28, 2000
Greatest One-Day Rainfall 21.04 in Elizabethtown, Bladen County Sep 30, 2018

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WNC News

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High school cancels football game over injuries | WLOS-TV (Asheville), NC



• Angel Medical Center Column for September 2026 [Macon Media]
• Hendersonville police chief defends Flock cameras amid surveillance, AI concerns [WLOS-TV Asheville, NC ]
• Breaking-and-entering black bear on the loose in Asheville area [Asheville Citizen-Times]
• Teacher supplements lagging [The Franklin Press]
• Ager campaign fueled by 7,000 individual donations [Asheville Watchdog ]

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NC News

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Update From NC Election Officials | WTVD-TV (Durham, NC)


• As new report shows NC crime rates down, Whatley keeps public safety a focus of US Senate race [WRAL-TV (Raleigh, NC)]
• Complaint against local NC elections board member dismissed by state [Raleigh News & Observer]
• Hunger crisis widens in North Carolina as food banks face more demand, federal cuts [NC Local]

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National News

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ABC World News Tonight with David Muir - Sept. 3, 2026, 2026 | ABC News



NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Full Episode - Sept. 3 | NBC News




House members recognize the 25th anniversary of 9/11 | C-SPAN



• Postal Service asks Supreme Court to allow Trump’s mail voting changes [The Hill]
• Gloria Steinem, defining symbol of women’s movement and eloquent advocate for equality, dies at 92 [AP News]
• Work to begin on Trump's 250-foot 'triumphal arch' over the next 2 weeks, administration says. Why is it so big, and what comes next? Yahoo News]

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World News

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W*T*H: What the Hormuz Is Going On? | What's Going on With Shipping?


Is the AI backlash actually a Chinese psy-op? | The Global Story | BBC News


• Expert says Trump may not have problem acknowledging N.K. nuke possession [Yonhap News Agency]
• Iran hits US targets in Mideast, wedding strikes being probed, Vance says [France 24]
• Iran Update, September 3, 2026 [Institute for the Study of War]
• Argentina’s Milei escalates Falklands dispute, seizing on Trump comments and oil tensions [AP News]
• Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, September 3, 2026 [Institute for the Study of War]

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Published at 6:00am on Friday, September 04, 2026
Author: Bobby Coggins

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News and Weather Briefing for Thursday, September 03, 2026

• Announcements
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• Forecast
• Macon Calendar
• Weather Almanac
• WNC News
• NC News
• National News
• World News
• Interesting Videos
• Crypto News

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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• Back to School Safety Tips for the 2026-2027 School Year [Macon Media]

• Town of Franklin Asks Residents to Observe Voluntary Water Restrictions [Macon Media]

• Nine N.C. counties in exceptional drought as statewide drought continues [Macon Media]

WEATHER OUTLOOK

1. Unseasonably hot and muggy conditions continue through the week. Relief may arrive early next week.

2. Showers and thunderstorms are forecast over the mountains each afternoon this week, but coverage and intensity should remain limited. Chances for showers and storms begin to increase for all areas over the weekend.

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FORECAST

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(since this is a quick forecast intended to cover the whole county, bear in mind that higher elevations may experience cooler temperatures than this and the lower elevations may experience higher temperatures than those in the forecast)

.TODAY....Mostly sunny. Patchy fog this morning. A chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Light and variable winds. Chance of rain 40 percent.

.TONIGHT....Partly cloudy. Patchy fog after midnight. Lows in the upper 60s. Light and variable winds.

.FRIDAY....Mostly sunny. Patchy fog in the morning. Highs in the mid 80s. Light and variable winds.

.FRIDAY NIGHT....Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 60s. Light and variable winds, becoming north around 5 mph after midnight.

.SATURDAY....Mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. North winds around 5 mph in the morning, becoming light and variable. Chance of rain 40 percent.

.SATURDAY NIGHT....Partly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 60s. Chance of rain 40 percent.

.SUNDAY....Mostly sunny in the morning, then partly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 80s. Chance of rain 50 percent.

.SUNDAY NIGHT....A chance of thunderstorms in the evening. Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers. Lows in the lower 60s. Chance of rain 50 percent.

.LABOR DAY....Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 70s. Chance of rain 50 percent.

.MONDAY NIGHT....Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening, then partly cloudy after midnight. Lows in the upper 50s. Chance of rain 50 percent.

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HAZARDOUS WEATHER

Other than the risk for heat injuries due to the heat and humidity, no hazardous weather is expected.

Severe storms are possible on Saturday.

Hot and muggy conditions return for early next week.



POLLEN REPORT

Pollen levels are expected to be n the medium-high (9.4 out of 12) today with Ragweed, Chenopods, and Grasses being the main culprits. Tomorrow is expected to be in the medium-high range (8.9 out of 12.0)

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MACON CALENDAR

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(send your event to editor@maconmedia.com)

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Friends of the Greenway would like to invite you to our Christmas in July sale, July 22-25, 9-2 each day. Do some Christmas shopping early with 20% off everything in the Gift Shop. On Saturday, July 25th, have a Christmas cookie and enjoy great music from 11-1. Greenway Visitor Center/FROG Quarters, 573 E Main St, Franklin.

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The many ways you can connect to Mountain Findings to arrange donation pick-ups, drop-off location, shopping hours, volunteering, and to learn more on our community grants programs and graduating seniors scholarships.
Facebook: @MountainFindings
Phone: 828-526-9929
Email: MountainFindings1@gmail.com
Webpage: MountainFindings.org
Location: 452 Spruce St, Highlands, NC

LIVE SATURDAY MIDDAY MUSIC CALENDAR FOR JUNE/JULY 2026

11a to 1p at Friends of the Greenway, Inc.
573 E Main St, Franklin, NC 28734
contact: frog28734@gmail.com; 828-369-8488



To find out more about the Greenway and our organization, our website is: littletennessee.org.

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WEATHER ALMANAC

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Record Weather Events for this date in Macon County (1872-2025)

Highest Temperature 95°F in Franklin in 1975
Lowest Temperature 43°F at the Coweeta Experimental Station in 1987
Greatest Rainfall 2.87 inches in Highlands in 1879

Record weather events for September in Macon County

Highest Temperature 98°F in Franklin on Sep 4, 1975
Lowest Temperature 27°F in Franklin on Sep 30, 1967
Greatest Rainfall 11.87 inches in Highlands on Sep 29, 1964
Greatest Snowfall no measurable snowfall has been recorded since records started being kept in 1873

Weather Extremes for North Carolina for the month of September

Highest Temperature 108°F Belhaven, Beaufort County Sep 25, 1921
Lowest Temperature 23°F Marion, McDowell County Sep 28, 2000
Greatest One-Day Rainfall 21.04 in Elizabethtown, Bladen County Sep 30, 2018

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WNC News

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Haywood Community College offers new outdoor training center for linemen | WLOS-TV (Asheville), NC



• Angel Medical Center Column for September 2026 [Macon Media]
• How much did G20 benefit Asheville? Estimates differ dramatically [WLOS-TV Asheville, NC ]
• Why Interstate 40 repairs now cost $2.8B, up from initial estimate [Asheville Citizen-Times]
• Teacher supplements lagging [The Franklin Press]
• Answer Man: Is the gigantic pit a new drain for the Cesspool of Sin? Out of state plates on Amazon delivery vans? [Asheville Watchdog ]

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NC News

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Policymakers, tech leaders discuss AI growth, workforce needs at G20 event in Chapel Hill | WTVD-TV (Durham, NC)


• NC plans to start mailing 2026 ballots Friday. Could the rules still change before then? [WRAL-TV (Raleigh, NC)]
• Tech billionaires talk progress in Chapel Hill as students protest G20 [Raleigh News & Observer]
• Lawsuit over doctors supervising nurse practitioners adds new twist to long NC debate [NC Local]

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National News

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ABC World News Tonight with David Muir - Sept. 2, 2026, 2026 | ABC News



NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Full Episode - Sept. 2 | NBC News




Washington Today (9-2-26): Chevron signs Venezuela oil deal | Pres.: 'Trump Strait' not serious idea | C-SPAN



• Federal judge blocks Trump’s new birthright citizenship order [The Hill]
• Lawmakers ask Army to explain why it told a military unit to stop specializing in drone warfare [AP News]
• Gold-colored Trump $1 coins available now on US Mint website Yahoo News]

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World News

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W*T*H: What the Hormuz Is Going On? | What's Going on With Shipping?


Is the world giving up on the US dollar? | The Global Story | BBC News


• N. Korea drops unification goal, cements Kim as sole leader in revised party charter [Yonhap News Agency]
• Middle East live: Kuwait army says intercepting missile, drone attack from Iran [France 24]
• Iran Update, September 2, 2026 [Institute for the Study of War]
• Russia to close German cultural centers after Berlin blames Moscow for airport drone plot [AP News]
• Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, September 2, 2026 [Institute for the Study of War]

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Interesting Videos

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Sudan’s Three Civil Wars Explained | Kings and Generals



Mercury Could Be Worth 3 Octillion Dollars | Astrum



Why The CIA Created Pokémon Go | Patrick Cc:



SpaceX Go All-In On Building The Biggest Spaceport In History | Fraser Cain



Why You Can't Run the Government Like a Business | The Dispatch



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CRYPTO & AI NEWS

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Bitcoin: The Liquidity Paradox | Benjamin Cowen


The Financial System Is BREAKING. Bitcoin Isn’t | Coin Bureau


• As Public Fury Mounts, Texas Pulls the Plug on Flock Surveillance Funding [Decrypt]
• Bitcoin begins volatile monthly close as US bond yields eye new 20-year high [Coin Telegraph]
• Apple's Bitcoin Strategy Will Depend on More Than John Ternus [Bitcoin.com]

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Published at 6:00am on Thursday, September 03, 2026
Author: Bobby Coggins

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Angel Medical Center Column for September 2026

 How to Prepare for the Unexpected and Angel Medical Center’s Role as a Resource

It is difficult and hard to believe that we are now two years from Hurricane Helene striking WNC so brutally, and it has been 25 years since the 9-11 attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and Pennsylvania. September 11th impacted so many — not just the day but for 25 years — this is why we cannot forget. President Bush said, “Today, our nation saw evil, the very worst of human nature. And we responded with the best of America — with the daring of our rescue workers, with the caring for strangers and neighbors who came to give blood and help in any way they could.” That is the wonderful part about living in this country and in this community — people come together to bring aid in a time of need.

September is National Preparedness Month — a time to think about how we prepare ourselves and our families for the unexpected. We often think of preparedness in terms of having an emergency kit, knowing where to go during severe weather, or having a family communication plan. But community preparedness is about something bigger: making sure the people, organizations, and resources we depend on are ready when we need them most.

Our community hospital is an important part of that safety net.

Every day, Angel Medical Center (AMC) cares for our community through emergencies, illnesses, injuries, and some of life’s most important moments. Behind that care is a team of physicians, nurses, clinical professionals, and support staff who prepare every day to respond when our neighbors need them.

A medical emergency rarely comes with advance notice. A heart attack, stroke, serious injury, or sudden illness can happen at any time. Having high-quality healthcare close to home means patients can receive the right care quickly, while remaining near their families and support systems.

Angel Medical Center continually prepares for those moments. From emergency medicine and surgical services to being an Accredited Stroke Ready Hospital, our goal is always to ensure our community has access to excellent care when every minute matters.

Preparedness also extends beyond the walls of the hospital. Our teams work to partner with other local agencies to strengthen the network of people and resources that protect our community.

Being there during an emergency is only one part of our responsibility. A strong community is also one where people have opportunities to stay healthy and prevent illness.

Throughout the year, AMC supports our community through educational programs, community events, school partnerships, food access programs, behavioral health resources, support groups, and a variety of other activities. These efforts reflect a simple belief: A hospital should do more than care for people when they are sick. We consider ourselves a partner in helping our community become healthier.

National Preparedness Month is also a good reminder for each of us to take a few simple steps at home to be ready for an emergency if one occurs.

Make sure everyone in your household knows what to do and how to communicate during an emergency. Keep an updated list of medications, allergies, medical conditions, and emergency contacts accessible. If you depend on medications or medical equipment, consider how you would manage those needs during an extended power outage or evacuation.

And perhaps most importantly, know where to seek care. Understanding when to call 911, when to visit an emergency department, and when other healthcare resources should come into play can make an important difference when an emergency occurs.

We are neighbors, employers, volunteers, educators, and partners. Our team members live here, raise their families here, and care deeply about the future of this community. Every patient we care for and every community partnership we build is part of the same HCA Healthcare mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.

This September, as we recognize National Preparedness Month, we encourage every family to take a few minutes to prepare for the unexpected and know that Angel Medical Center’s team is preparing too — every day, around the clock — to be here when our community needs us most.

Clint Kendall, FACHE, MBA, MSN, BSN, RN, is Chief Executive Officer/Chief Nursing Officer of Angel Medical Center. He started his career as a nurse, and that perspective still informs his work and passion for the patient experience. Clint holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Nursing, and Health Care Management from the University of Phoenix, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Carolina University. Clint has also earned the Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) certification, and is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE), and the American Nurses Association (ANA).  

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News and Weather Briefing for Wednesday, September 02, 2026

• Announcements
• Sponsorships
• Forecast
• Macon Calendar
• Weather Almanac
• WNC News
• NC News
• Dolly Parton
• National News
• Science News
• Technology News
• Interesting Videos
• Crypto News

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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• Back to School Safety Tips for the 2026-2027 School Year [Macon Media]

• Town of Franklin Asks Residents to Observe Voluntary Water Restrictions [Macon Media]

• Nine N.C. counties in exceptional drought as statewide drought continues [Macon Media]

WEATHER OUTLOOK

1. Unseasonably hot and muggy conditions continue through the week. Relief may arrive early next week.

2. Showers and thunderstorms are forecast over the mountains each afternoon this week, but coverage and intensity should remain limited. Chances for showers and storms begin to increase for all areas over the weekend.

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FORECAST

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(since this is a quick forecast intended to cover the whole county, bear in mind that higher elevations may experience cooler temperatures than this and the lower elevations may experience higher temperatures than those in the forecast)

.TODAY....Sunny. Patchy fog this morning. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. North winds around 5 mph this morning, becoming light and variable. Chance of rain 20 percent.

.TONIGHT....Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. Light and variable winds.

.THURSDAY....Mostly sunny. Patchy fog in the morning. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Light and variable winds. Chance of rain 40 percent.

.THURSDAY NIGHT....Partly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the upper 60s. Light and variable winds. Chance of rain 40 percent.

.FRIDAY....Mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Light and variable winds. Chance of rain 50 percent.

.FRIDAY NIGHT....Partly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the upper 60s. Chance of rain 40 percent.

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HAZARDOUS WEATHER

Other than the risk for heat injuries due to the heat and humidity, no hazardous weather is expected.

The heat index may approach hazardous levels for parts of the area through Thursday.

Hot and muggy conditions return for early next week.



POLLEN REPORT

Pollen levels are expected to be n the medium-high (9.3 out of 12) today with Ragweed, Chenopods, and Grasses being the main culprits. Tomorrow is expected to be in the medium-high range (9.2 out of 12.0)

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MACON CALENDAR

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Friends of the Greenway would like to invite you to our Christmas in July sale, July 22-25, 9-2 each day. Do some Christmas shopping early with 20% off everything in the Gift Shop. On Saturday, July 25th, have a Christmas cookie and enjoy great music from 11-1. Greenway Visitor Center/FROG Quarters, 573 E Main St, Franklin.

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The many ways you can connect to Mountain Findings to arrange donation pick-ups, drop-off location, shopping hours, volunteering, and to learn more on our community grants programs and graduating seniors scholarships.
Facebook: @MountainFindings
Phone: 828-526-9929
Email: MountainFindings1@gmail.com
Webpage: MountainFindings.org
Location: 452 Spruce St, Highlands, NC

LIVE SATURDAY MIDDAY MUSIC CALENDAR FOR JUNE/JULY 2026

11a to 1p at Friends of the Greenway, Inc.
573 E Main St, Franklin, NC 28734
contact: frog28734@gmail.com; 828-369-8488



To find out more about the Greenway and our organization, our website is: littletennessee.org.

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WEATHER ALMANAC

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Record Weather Events for this date in Macon County (1872-2025)

Highest Temperature 93°F in Franklin in 1957
Lowest Temperature 40°F at the Coweeta Experimental Station in 1954
Greatest Rainfall 3.21 inches in Highlands in 1898

Record weather events for September in Macon County

Highest Temperature 98°F in Franklin on Sep 4, 1975
Lowest Temperature 27°F in Franklin on Sep 30, 1967
Greatest Rainfall 11.87 inches in Highlands on Sep 29, 1964
Greatest Snowfall no measurable snowfall has been recorded since records started being kept in 1873

Weather Extremes for North Carolina for the month of September

Highest Temperature 108°F Belhaven, Beaufort County Sep 25, 1921
Lowest Temperature 23°F Marion, McDowell County Sep 28, 2000
Greatest One-Day Rainfall 21.04 in Elizabethtown, Bladen County Sep 30, 2018

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WNC News

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House votes to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards | WLOS-TV (Asheville), NC


• G20 finance meetings wrap up in Asheville, but China does not join consensus [WLOS-TV Asheville, NC ]

• US House moves to censure Chuck Edwards after ethics probe [Asheville Citizen-Times]
• Special feature: A mission to save forgotten women [Macon Sense]
• Answer Man: Is the gigantic pit a new drain for the Cesspool of Sin? Out of state plates on Amazon delivery vans? [Asheville Watchdog ]

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NC News

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Musk, Zuckerberg weigh in on first day of G20 meetings in Chapel Hill | WTVD-TV (Durham, NC)


• NC fast-tracks power line for $920M rare-earth magnet factory [WRAL-TV (Raleigh, NC)]
• What NC thinks about how much time we get to vote + Bet on Kalshi leads to fine [Raleigh News & Observer]
• USPS whistleblower predicts ‘catastrophic’ effect on elections under Trump vote-by-mail order [NC Local]

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National News

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ABC World News Tonight with David Muir - Sept. 1, 2026, 2026 | ABC News



NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Full Episode - Sept. 1 | NBC News




U.S. House CENSURES Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) | C-SPAN



• Hegseth removes 6 Army officers from promotion list [The Hill]
• Grand Canyon flooding harms an economy that’s still recovering from a fire [AP News]
• Trump creates new headache for GOP with call for FCC to crack down on NBC, Welker Yahoo News]

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Science News

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Did Physicists Miss a 5th Force? | Arvin Ash



• How Roman will unlock the universe [Astronomy Magazine]
• TWiV 1352: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin [Microbe TV]
• TWiV 1353: Phage bet-hedging and EBV antibodies [Microbe TV]
• Mars's Interior is 400°C Hotter Under Southern Hemisphere [Universe Today]
• NASA’s Swift telescope is back, but time is running out [ScienceDaily]
• This Week's Sky at a Glance, August 28 – September 6 [Sky & Telescope Magazine]

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Technology News

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The Little Ceiling Robots Inside a Semiconductor Fab| Asianometry


• Trump admin shelves Cyclospora research despite record-breaking outbreak [Ars Technica]
• Little Florida Memo Could Have Big Impacts on Flock Cameras [Gizmodo]
• Take-Two Says GTA 6 Leak Probe Is “Rapidly Evolving,” Wants New Discord Demands Under Seal [Torrent Freaks]

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Interesting Videos

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The Battle That Changed the Middle East - Ottomans Broke the Mamluks | Kings and Generals



Why The CIA Created Pokémon Go | Patrick Cc:



We Stopped Going To The Moon For A Very Good Reason | Lightning Round | Joe Scott



Why You Can't Run the Government Like a Business | The Dispatch



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CRYPTO & AI NEWS

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Bitcoin Stalls at the 50 Week Moving Average | Benjamin Cowen


The Financial System Is BREAKING. Bitcoin Isn’t | Coin Bureau


• As Public Fury Mounts, Texas Pulls the Plug on Flock Surveillance Funding [Decrypt]
• Bitcoin begins volatile monthly close as US bond yields eye new 20-year high [Coin Telegraph]
• Apple's Bitcoin Strategy Will Depend on More Than John Ternus [Bitcoin.com]

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Published at 6:00am on Wednesday, September 02, 2026
Author: Bobby Coggins

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