Lifestyle
5 days ago in Lifestyle
How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too
Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections
It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Collections restarted, then were put on hold. At the same time, borrowers had to stay on top of changes to key forgiveness plans.
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17 minutes ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
Dangerous winter weather develops along NC-TN border
National Weather Service warns of hazardous commutes and wind chills below zero
46 minutes ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Newly sworn Asheville police officer charged with assault
Internal investigation launched after Palisades Circle incident
3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Health & Wellness, Local
Asheville police averaged two overdose calls per day in 2025
APD responded to 521 overdose incidents, down 187 from 2023 peak
5 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local, Native Advertising
Voices for the voiceless: Buncombe’s Guardian ad Litem program seeks volunteers
About 325 children at a time rely on volunteers to speak for their best interests in court
7 hours ago in Asheville History, Local, Native Advertising
Strangeville: Linville Hermit disappearance remains a mystery
A man known locally as the Linville Hermit is said to have vanished from his mountain cabin in the 1800s. No official record exists, but the story has remained part of local folklore for generations.
Entertainment
22 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives
Killer double-feature: ‘How to Make a Killing’ and ‘Psycho Killer’ – 828reviewsNOW
Sometimes, the film release calendar feels like it's winking at you. This weekend marks the debut of "How to Make a Killing," a stylish thriller-comedy starring Glen Powell, and "Psycho Killer," a well-shot, poorly-written serial killer slasher. Read our reviews of the deadly duo for more.
2 days ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town
Phantom Lamp Theatre Company leans into its name with ghostly new show
A new theater company has emerged in Asheville from beyond the veil. Phantom Lamp Theatre Company will bring their first show, "Close Quarters," an original play by local playwright Abby Auman, to the stage for two weekends, Feb. 20 to March 1.
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2 weeks ago in Features, Trending
3 fans. 60 Super Bowls. This might be their last time going to the big game
It just wouldn't feel like the Super Bowl for them if they weren't all there. And this might be the last time they all do it. That's what three old friends were coming to grips with just before this year's Super Bowl. The trio of octogenarians are the only fans left in the exclusive "never missed a Super Bowl" club.