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3 days ago

Thomas Wolfe Memorial to host spooky story walkthrough this Saturday

This weekend, prepare for tales from beyond the grave at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial in downtown Asheville. Guests at the author's Old Kentucky Home can expect to hear spooky stories of death, spirits and more, just in time for Halloween.

3 days ago

Prominent downtown Asheville art gallery names new director

Nicole McConville, an arts professional with nearly three decades of experience in the Asheville creative community, has been named as the new gallery director at Blue Spiral.

3 days ago

NC lawmakers approve new Trump-backed congressional map

Republicans say redistricting strengthens Trump’s congressional majority; Democrats call it racial gerrymandering

3 days ago

Not So Spooky party offers inclusive fun for Asheville kids

Halloween event at We Rock the Spectrum gym designed for children of all abilities, with sensory-friendly activities

3 days ago

Pet Connection: Fredrick

Fredrick is a 4-year-old, 75-pound mixed-breed dog looking for his forever home

3 days ago

UPDATE: Gas leak in Asheville’s Montford neighborhood stopped

Residents within a two-block radius are urged to leave the area immediately

3 days ago

Helicopter crews to clear Helene debris from South Toe River

Yancey County officials say the operation will help protect the river ecosystem and nearby communities

3 days ago

Officials urge Buncombe residents to avoid burning as fire risk rises

No burn ban issued, but warnings in effect for Western North Carolina

3 days ago

Buncombe County commissioners launch Helene Recovery Office

New office to oversee $14 million in storm-related projects

4 days ago

Warren Haynes’ Christmas Jam returns to support Helene recovery

Stone Temple Pilots, MJ Lenderman and a Phil Lesh tribute highlight the 2025 lineup benefiting Asheville charities

4 days ago

NC Senate passes Congressional map amid cries of gerrymandering

Voting rights groups warn the plan dismantles historic Black district and tilts power sharply toward Republicans

4 days ago

Mission Hospital placed in Immediate Jeopardy again

Advocates say chronic understaffing continues to endanger patients, Mission disputes findings, pledges cooperation

4 days ago

No plans to relocate RAD: City clarifies results of ‘RAD 2.0’ study

Despite the findings of a ULI study, there are no plans in place to relocate the River Arts District, said Kim Miller, city communications specialist.

4 days ago

Juvenile sought in fatal Hendersonville shooting

Officers responded to multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire Friday night

4 days ago

USPS seeks new sites for flood-damaged post offices in WNC

Marshall and Swannanoa still without local mail service more than a year after Tropical Storm Helene

4 days ago

Shutdown could hit Asheville area dinner tables next month

USDA orders states to pause SNAP benefit processing as funding uncertainty looms; state officials brace for funding lapse

5 days ago

Boos, brews, bar crawls: Halloween-themed bar crawls in Asheville

As Halloween comes closer, celebrate spooky season in true Beer City fashion. There are two bar crawls on tap for this weekend and next in downtown Asheville.

5 days ago

Dry conditions, Helene debris raise wildfire risks in Asheville area

Nearly all wildfires in the state linked to human activity, officials say

5 days ago

State wants Immediate Jeopardy status for Mission Hospital

Patient safety lapses, including telemetry and transport failures, cited; Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to make final decision

5 days ago

Sunny, cool week ahead for Asheville area

Sunny days and chilly nights continue; forecasters eye low fire risk and a weekend front

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