Author: Joe Prime

SPLASH NEWS: Flooding in Maggie Valley swamps businesses on creek-side of town, leaves valley without water Debris and floodwaters filled Soco Road at its western intersection with Moody Farm Road in Maggie Valley. Many residents in Maggie Valley and Jonathan Creek remain without water following damage from Hurricane Helene to water mains of the Maggie Valley Sanitary District, which serves as the water utility. Sanitary officials are working on a temporary line to restore service. Meanwhile, those without are getting water at the Maggie Valley Fire Department or the Sanitary District’s water plant, which has been filling containers for those…

Mets bring back injured flamethrower who might miss 2025 season The Mets are reuniting with a flamethrower from their bullpen with an eye toward next season. Drew Smith, who is expected to miss most (if not all) of this season rehabbing from Tommy John surgery, has reached agreement with the team on a one-year contract that contains a club option for 2026, an industry source confirmed. Smith’s deal will pay him $1 million for this season. If the Mets pick up his option, the contract will be worth an additional $2 million. The longest-tenured Mets hurler — he arrived in…

Review of ‘Buried: The 1982 Alpine Meadows Avalanche’ Documentary on Netflix ‘Buried: The 1982 Alpine Meadows Avalanche’ is a can’t-miss documentary conveniently hosted on Netflix. Buried: The 1982 Alpine Meadows Avalanche is a documentary that covers one of the deadliest avalanches in North American history. The film debuted in 2022 to live audiences and has been available to rent on Amazon Prime and Apple TV+; the film was also released on Netflix, the world’s most popular streaming service, on November 8th, 2023. Trailer below. Review of Buried: The 1982 Alpine Meadows Avalanche As a still-new resident of Truckee, California, I…

Minnesota Golden Gophers Football Set to Star in New Netflix Documentary Series Get ready, football fans! Netflix is about to release a thrilling new documentary series focusing on the Minnesota Golden Gophers football team. This highly anticipated series will take viewers behind the scenes, offering an exclusive look into the team’s journey, challenges, and triumphs on the field. With gripping footage and interviews from players, coaches, and staff, the documentary promises to highlight the passion and dedication that fuels this powerhouse program. The excitement surrounding the release is growing fast, and fans can’t wait to experience the story of the…

Not Again!! Historic Maggie Valley Motel Destroyed by Fire Another devastating fire has destroyed the Heart of the Valley Motel in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, a cherished establishment. Not Again!! Historic Maggie Valley Motel Destroyed by Fire been a staple of the community since its opening in 1959. The motel, which had recently reopened after being closed for over a decade, was gutted by flames in a two-part fire that occurred on December 21, 2024. The first fire was reported around 2 p.m. on Saturday, with multiple fire departments, including Maggie Valley Fire and Rescue and the Junaluska Fire Department,…

Sexual harassment is ‘endemic’ on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage: Women reveal the ‘terrifying’ incidents that left them fearing for their lives. Women walking the famous Camino de Santiago trail have revealed they have faced ‘terrifying’ sexual harassment in rural areas of Spain, Portugal and France which has left them fearing for their lives. Nine women have told The Guardian they had been harassed while attempting the pilgrimage route over the past five years. In a series of disturbing allegations, seven of the women say they faced men masturbating or touching themselves in Spain and Portugal, one of whom chased…

Netflix Set to Drop Explosive Documentary on Michigan Wolverines Football Team In an exciting new release, Netflix is preparing to launch an incredible documentary centered around the Michigan Wolverines football team. This much-anticipated project promises to give fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of college football’s most storied programs. The documentary will explore the history, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped the Wolverines into the powerhouse they are today. The Michigan Wolverines have been a dominant force in college football for decades, with an incredible legacy that includes numerous Big Ten championships, Heisman Trophy winners, and a long-standing rivalry…

Michigan Fans Rejoice After Ohio State’s Controversial Coaching Hire The Ohio State Buckeyes are coming off a dominant College Football Playoff run, capturing the national championship with a win over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Jan. 20. However, with success often comes coaching turnover, and that’s exactly what has happened for the Buckeyes this offseason. The team lost offensive coordinator Chip Kelly to the Las Vegas Raiders and defensive coordinator Jim Knowles to the Penn State Nittany Lions, both for more lucrative opportunities. While the Buckeyes’ offensive hire was a smooth transition—promoting wide receiver coach Brian Hartline, who has…

Reggie Bush Opens Up About Mental Health Struggles Following Heisman Trophy Scandal Reggie Bush, the former USC Trojans running back and 2005 Heisman Trophy winner, has candidly discussed the profound mental health challenges he faced after being stripped of his award due to NCAA violations. The Heisman Trophy Controversy In 2010, the NCAA determined that Bush had received improper benefits during his time at USC, leading to the forfeiture of his 2005 Heisman Trophy. This decision was part of a broader investigation into the USC football program, resulting in significant sanctions against the university. Mental Health Impact Reflecting on this…

NETFLIX and Golden State Warriors blend sports and music with new album from their groundbreaking record label. The Golden State Warriors are known for their electrifying plays and superstar Stephen Curry, but now the team is pioneering a fresh gameplan: blending sports and entertainment in a way no NBA franchise has before. As the first and only NBA team with its own record label, Golden State Entertainment, the Warriors are expanding their reach with “For the Soil,” a new album released this week. The project featuring the Bay Area’s top music artists — from E-40, Too Short, Saweetie, G-Eazy, Goapele,…