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5 days ago
Tubing season returns, but recovery from Helene still shapes the flow
Operators across Asheville and surrounding waterways report steady demand but varied recovery paths heading into the summer season
5 days ago
Cades Cove 2026 vehicle-free days begin: What to know before you go
11-mile loop opens to bikes and pedestrians every Wednesday through Sept. 30
6 days ago
Home repairs, housing projects, Flock technology top Asheville City Council agenda
Proposed shifts in Helene recovery funding could impact home repairs and water infrastructure projects
6 days ago
Hikes of WNC: Flat Top Mountain Trail
Flat Top Mountain Trail is a rewarding trek with diverse terrain near Moses Cone Manor on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Read more in our hiking guide below.
6 days ago
Tombstone Tales: Deadly 1889 camp meeting in Buncombe County
A violent confrontation at a Turkey Creek camp meeting led to a death and a murder trial in Buncombe County.
7 days ago
Haywood Road business owners share concerns over I-26 Connector
Though the I-26 Connector project is intended to make travel easier for all of Asheville, the massive interstate initiative will require some difficult changes for several local businesses, especially along Haywood Road.
7 days ago
Montford Park Players put on a wonderful, wonderful, ‘Wonderful Wizard of Oz’
"The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" is not the musical, but it is not the L. Frank Baum book, either. The Montford Park Players show is another wonderful thing entirely. Read our review for more.
7 days ago
T. C. Roberson student arrested on handgun charge
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a T. C. Roberson High School student after discovering a handgun in a car on campus.
7 days ago
Teen daughter, man charged with murder in Fairview triple homicide
Authorities say Travis, Kimberly and Sharon Grant were found dead from gunshot wounds inside an Ashworth Drive home
1 week ago
1 arrested but ‘no weapons involved’ in rumored McDonald’s stabbing
Following reports of a stabbing at the McDonald's on 950 Patton Ave. in West Asheville, Asheville Police Department has confirmed that no weapons were involved in an incident which led to minor injuries and one arrest.
1 week ago
Dogs starved, killed in Swannanoa animal cruelty case
Four individuals were arrested after a Buncombe County Sheriff's Office Animal Crimes Unit investigation found foul play in the deaths of two dogs and the starvation of several other animals.
1 week ago
One bag at a time: WNC residents asked to support Saturday food drive
Donations collected by mail carriers will help supply local pantries and meal sites through MANNA FoodBank
1 week ago
Don’t toss it — fix it: Repair cafe returns with free help for broken items
WNC Repair Cafe volunteers tackle everything from small engines to sewing repairs
1 week ago
Helene recovery sparks debate over Asheville housing priorities
Council members debate whether recovery funds should prioritize rebuilding damaged homes or constructing new affordable apartments
1 week ago
Candler man faces multiple charges in armed robbery
Authorities say suspect was located, arrested during evening search warrant execution
1 week ago
Flat Rock Playhouse should be proud of ‘Pride and Prejudice’
You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love Kate Hamill's stage adaptation of "Pride and Prejudice," now playing at the Flat Rock Playhouse. Read our review now.
1 week ago
Suspect arrested after fire destroys High Five Coffee in Woodfin
Police say surveillance video helped identify man charged with burning commercial building
1 week ago
Fork & Dagger: Iron & Oak lives up to the hype in local barbecue scene
A rustic riverside hangout in Woodfin pairs standout meats with craft beer and classic Southern sides
1 week ago
From concerts to tournaments, Asheville expands entertainment footprint
City leaders say a new venue could bring Broadway productions and larger touring shows while Harrah’s Cherokee Center continues expanding its reach
1 week ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: May 8 – 10
Dog Day Afternoon, outdoor walks, theater, baseball and live music offer plenty of ways to spend Mother’s Day weekend across the 828.
