Lifestyle
3 days ago in Lifestyle
There’s an easy way to get rid of all the reusable bags piling up in your home
The environmental impact of a reusable bag is relatively small, so ending up with a sizable stash isn't a significant problem. Still, paring down can declutter cupboards and lead to a smaller collection that'll actually get used. As for the excess, donate to food banks and thrift stores.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test
New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.
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2 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Jackie Stepp to lead Asheville Police Department
Stepp has led the Asheville Police Department on an interim basis since November 2025
Asheville weighs changes to $4.7M housing aid program
Proposal would add temporary rent assistance and give priority to people experiencing homelessness
7 hours ago in Health & Wellness, Local, Native Advertising
Massage Envy Asheville launches Hydrafacial skin care treatments
A consistent skin-care routine can help keep your complexion looking and feeling its best. This October, Massage Envy Asheville is expanding its skin-care lineup with Hydrafacial, a customizable treatment designed to cleanse, exfoliate, extract and hydrate.
7 hours ago in Local, Outdoors
Asheville residents call for new approach to bear conflicts
Residents urge city leaders to focus on preventing problems before bears become public safety concerns
9 hours ago in Local, Politics
Bishop William Barber brings voter mobilization tour to Asheville
Civil rights leader will speak Oct. 1 ahead of early voting in Buncombe County
Entertainment
11 hours ago in Entertainment, Native Advertising
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: Sept. 25-27
Eliada Corn Maze, Blue Ridge Pride Festival, Black Mountain Blues Experience, fall fairs, dog events, live music and outdoor activities are among the weekend events across WNC.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Robert Pattinson brings ‘To Catch a Predator’ to life in new film ‘Primetime’
When Robert Pattinson first got the script for "Primetime," a dramatization of NBC Dateline's "To Catch a Predator" and the controversial sting operation that would lead to its cancellation, he was amazed it hadn't been made into a movie already.
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