Lifestyle
4 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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16 minutes ago in Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors
Hikes of WNC: Beaver Lake Perimeter Loop
One of the most popular outdoor recreation spots in town is Beaver Lake. The North Asheville lake features a 2 mile trail around its perimeter, a popular, simple and scenic walk for all ages.
34 minutes ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
At Green River Preserve, campers learn, explore in Blue Ridge Mountains
Cedar Mountain camp offers summer sessions, expeditions and school programs on 3,400 acres
3 hours ago in Local, Native Advertising
Garden camp in Asheville blends play, planting and purpose
The Educational Garden Project offers children outdoor learning, animal care and farm-to-table cooking experiences
5 hours ago in Local, Native Advertising
Odyssey ClayWorks brings art, education to Asheville community
Pottery studio offers classes, summer camps and programs for veterans and recovery participants
6 hours ago in Local
Best 2026 Summer Camps in Asheville and WNC: New Guide Helps Parents Plan Early
828newsNOW launches a searchable resource for families planning summer activities and early camp registration.
Entertainment
21 hours 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.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Eric Dane, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star and ALS awareness advocate, dies at 53
Eric Dane, the celebrated actor best known for his roles on "Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" and who later in life became an advocate for ALS awareness, died Thursday. He was 53.
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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.