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FIFA’s Infantino has ‘complete confidence’ in Mexico to host World Cup games despite cartel violence
The violence that erupted in Mexico after the death of a powerful drug lord has left many questioning whether the country will be able to co-host the World Cup in just over three months. FIFA President Gianni Infantino thinks it can.
4 days ago in Sports
Max Scherzer and Toronto Blue Jays agree to $3 million, 1-year deal, AP source says
Max Scherzer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays. Two weeks into spring training, the three-time Cy Young Award winner has agreed with the reigning American League champions on a $3 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press early Thursday.
4 days ago in Food & Drink, Local, Perspectives, ZZZ App Top Stories
Fork & Dagger: The Local Joint still serves one of area’s best breakfasts
Attached to a Highway 19/74 gas station in Fairview, this old-school diner delivers house-made classics at prices that feel frozen in time
4 days ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories
Arboretum board OKs parking fee increase for one-time visitors
New $25 vehicle fee takes effect March 1 as officials address maintenance and program expenses
4 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Henderson, McDowell introduce special needs occupant decals
New sticker programs help first responders identify residents with special needs
4 days ago in Arts & Culture, Asheville History, Business, Community, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Feb. 27 – March 1
An affordable plant sale, an ABBA disco party and exercising the American right to vote are just three of the events on our weekly activity guide.
5 days ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Community, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
ArtsAVL announces $1.2 million grant program for WNC arts nonprofits
ArtsAVL, the Asheville area arts council, has launched a $1.2 million Nonprofit Arts Recovery Grant Program intended to support the long-term recovery of Western North Carolina arts nonprofits.
5 days ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Wet weather returns to Asheville before sunny weekend
Showers taper off Thursday night as temperatures climb into the weekend
5 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira get Rock Hall nominations
Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira are some the 2026 nominees for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a wide net that includes rap, metal, R&B, hip-hop, Britpop, blues rock and pop.
5 days ago in National, Trending
Takeaways from Trump’s address: Sales mode on economy, heavy on patriotism, dark turn on Democrats
President Donald Trump started in sales mode, using his State of the Union address to deliver an upbeat vision of the U.S. economy. But that portrayal collides with the sentiment of Americans who remain anxious about their finances and feel they haven't benefited from Trump's policies.
5 days ago in Lifestyle
Are expensive shampoos worth it? Here’s what the experts have to say
Ornate packaging paired with enticing advertisements that claim expensive shampoos are elixirs to all hair woes can leave one wondering: Are the higher prices really worth it? Should I abandon my $8 drugstore mainstay for a $42 premium brand?
5 days ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Residents sound off on Asheville’s projected $30M budget shortfall
Public urges council to protect transit, pay living wages and avoid more property tax hikes
5 days ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Local, state leaders work to revive stalled Asheville Costco project
Council member Bo Hess says city has engaged state partners to revive 39-acre development proposal
6 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville warns of fake QR codes on parking meters
City says fraudulent stickers on Biltmore Avenue directed users to scam payment site
6 days ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives, ZZZ App Top Stories
Oscars variety pack: ‘Kokuho,’ ‘Cutting Through Rocks,’ ‘Sirāt’ – 828reviewsNOW
In advance of the 98th Academy Awards next month, take a deeper look at three lesser-seen films up for Oscar gold: "Cutting Through Rocks," a hopeful feminist documentary, "Kokuho," an epic Japanese drama, and "Sirāt," a weird, hypnotic road movie.
6 days ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Blasting planned at Asheville’s Carrier Park
Traffic to be halted temporarily Tuesday afternoon as work on MSD's Carrier Bridge Pump Station replacement project continues
6 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Woodfin drug raid yields 5 pounds of meth, heroin and gun
Buncombe County deputies charge Tennessee woman after multi-agency investigation
6 days ago in Sports
Kevin Durant says he wants to play for US men’s basketball team at 2028 Olympics in LA
"I didn't want to just take my name out of consideration just because of the simple fact that I'm older and I did it before"
6 days ago in Sports
UFL restricts punting beyond 50-yard line and makes 60-plus field goals worth 4 points
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The UFL won’t allow punts after a team crosses the 50-yard line until late in each…
6 days ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories
Wall Street stairs due for new ‘do as ADA solicits local mural
The Asheville Downtown Association is asking Asheville artists to submit their qualifications to redesign and install a mural on the staircase at 43 Wall St. The project is intended to increase pedestrian traffic and improve quality of life along the city street.
