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3 hours ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Buncombe County opens emergency shelters ahead of ice storm
Asheville area officials urge residents to stay indoors, prepare for power outages and seek shelter if needed
3 hours ago in Business, Community, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
When the power goes out: How to stay informed in Asheville
Local AM, FM and Spanish-language stations and NOAA frequencies provide emergency alerts, weather updates and information during outages
3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
APD investigating pedestrian death after West Asheville collision
Around 8:44 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22, APD officers responded to a collision report at the 400 block of Smokey Park Highway in West Asheville.
5 hours ago in Entertainment
Stars and the public say a final goodbye to fashion icon Valentino at a Rome funeral
Global fashion celebrities joined the public on Friday morning to say goodbye to iconic designer Valentino at his funeral service in Rome, at the central Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri.
5 hours ago in Sports
Carlos Alcaraz wins third-round match but loses ‘drop-shot battle’ at Australian Open
Carlos Alcaraz had to acknowledge that while he won the third-round match, he lost the battle of the drop shots against Corentin Moutet. That could be a first for the 22-year-old Spaniard, who grew up relentlessly practicing his drop shots and is now at the Australian Open chasing a career Grand Slam.
5 hours ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories
Ice storm warning issued for Asheville area
Forecasters warn of dangerous travel, possible long-lasting power outages across Western North Carolina
5 hours ago in Lifestyle
To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard
It's easy to dash to the closest hardware store to grab a bag of salt, but experts say there are a lot of environmental and other factors to consider when tackling all that ice and snow. Here's what to know.
6 hours ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories
Blue Ridge Parkway to close Friday ahead of winter storm
Closures expected in North Carolina and Virginia; travel strongly discouraged
7 hours ago in Community, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville offers free parking ahead of weekend storm
Residents urged to move vehicles off streets by Friday evening to allow snow plows to operate
7 hours ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories
Ice storm expected to peak in Asheville area on Sunday
Forecasters warn of dangerous ice accumulation, power outages and prolonged cold into next week
22 hours ago in Entertainment
Blake Lively and Taylor Swift’s texts exposed in lawsuit against Justin Baldoni
A trove of text messages and emails sent by Blake Lively, including exchanges with her longtime friend Taylor Swift, have been made public by actor-director Justin Baldoni 's lawyers as they prepare for trial.
23 hours ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Winter made easier: 10 genius hacks for ice and snow removal
Quick, DIY and budget-friendly ways Asheville area residents can keep walkways and driveways clear
24 hours ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville prepares water system ahead of winter storm
Water crews fully staffed, emergency generators ready at treatment plants and pump stations
1 day ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Officials urge caution ahead of winter storm in Asheville area
Ice, dangerous roads and power outages expected; 72-hour preparedness recommended
1 day ago in Community, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
USPS reviewing possible sites for new Swannanoa post office
Community has been without local mail service since Tropical Storm Helene more than a year ago
1 day ago in Community, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Hotels open to locals as winter storm threatens Asheville area
Travel discouraged amid snow, ice and dangerously cold temperatures
1 day ago in Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, Outdoors, Pets
Long live the King: Elvis the Skunk passes away at WNC Nature Center
The Western North Carolina Nature Center has lost one of its rockstar animals. This week, Elvis the Striped Skunk passed away at the age of 8, following a recent decline in health.
1 day ago in Community, Crime & Safety, Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories
Hundreds of workers, tons of salt readied for storm
NCDOT begins pre-treatment of interstates and primary and secondary roads in Asheville area
1 day ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Armed fugitive apprehended by APD, NCSBI in West Asheville
Wanted fugitive Tyrone Rushad Brown, 36, was arrested this week by the Asheville Police Department in collaboration with the North Carolina Bureau of Investigation.
1 day ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories
Things to do in Asheville, snow day edition
For this edition of our weekly weekend guide, we decided to suggest our favorite snow day activities. After making your preparations for the forthcoming winter storm, consider these cold weather pastimes. Stay warm and keep safe out there.