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Fireworks explode in a dark sky, white streaks crisscrossing with red and green sparks and smoke.

2 weeks ago

Buncombe, Asheville fire officials share July 4 fireworks safety tips

North Carolina Forest Service join local officials in reminding Asheville area residents that many fireworks are illegal and can spark fires

Planning and Urban Design Director Steph Monson Dahl

2 weeks ago

Longtime Asheville planning leader Steph Monson Dahl retiring in August

City officials praise her role in post-Helene recovery planning and community engagement

Buncombe County Sheriff's Office

2 weeks ago

Death in Riceville house fire ruled homicide, investigators say

Preliminary autopsy results led detectives to open a criminal investigation after a man was found dead during a June 30 fire

2 weeks ago

Asheville teen shot in Hendersonville fast-food parking lot

Police say 15-year-old was shot late Tuesday night; no arrests have been made

A silver Nissan Rogue is sought by Buncombe County sheriff’s detectives in connection with a Swannanoa death now being investigated as a homicide. (Courtesy BCSO)

2 weeks ago

Swannanoa death reclassified as homicide; BCSO seeks silver Nissan Rogue in case

Investigators say autopsy findings are not consistent with a vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash

Floating on the French Broad

2 weeks ago

Asheville heat alert: Where to cool off this Fourth of July weekend

From Sliding Rock and the French Broad River to Asheville Mall and movie theaters, here’s where to escape dangerous heat across Western North Carolina

Bouchon truite aux amandes

2 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: Bouchon brings authentic French dining to East Asheville

A cozy cottage setting, classic French flavors and excellent service make this Haw Creek restaurant worth the trip

Buncombe County Manager Avril Pinder

2 weeks ago

New NC law throws Buncombe County property taxes into uncertainty

Commissioners must decide whether to use older property values or revise the county's tax rate following new legislation

Fireworks over a calm lake at dusk, reflected in the water, while three people sit on a wooden dock watching.

2 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: July 3-5

Independence Day weekend events across Asheville and Western North Carolina include live music, art walks, family activities, outdoor outings and a regional guide to fireworks, parades and July 4 celebrations.

Ecusta Trail roundabout closure

2 weeks ago

Ecusta Trail to close at White Pine Drive for monthlong U.S. 64 construction project

NCDOT says the rest of the trail will remain open, but users won't be able to travel its full length during construction

Overturned fire-truck on its side in a parking lot near a Wells Fargo, with firefighters and a police officer nearby.

2 weeks ago

Overturned vehicle causes traffic problems on Patton Avenue in Asheville

Police and emergency crews are responding to a crash that has partially blocked the Louisiana Avenue intersection

Circular sign reading 'You are on Cherokee land' with two carved mask illustrations on each side of the sign central emblem.

2 weeks ago

Museum of the Cherokee People shares Cherokee perspective on Fourth of July

As America 250 approaches, the Museum of the Cherokee People has prepared several ways for the community to consider the Fourth of July from a nuanced historical perspective.

2 weeks ago

Star Grant murder case moves forward in Buncombe County court

Teen accused in Fairview triple homicide makes first appearance since indictments

White dog with brown spots lying on a gray couch, facing the camera.

2 weeks ago

July 4 fireworks: Tips to keep your pets safe, calm and at home

Fireworks, loud crowds and holiday celebrations can be stressful for pets. Asheville area veterinarians offer simple steps to keep dogs and cats safe this Independence Day

National Weather Service graphic: headline announces a few severe thunderstorms possible this evening with a map and bullet points about risks.

2 weeks ago

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for parts of WNC as dangerous heat builds

National Weather Service warns of damaging winds, large hail and temperatures nearing 100 degrees through the Fourth of July weekend

NCDOT crews continue clearing land along the Interstate 26 Connector corridor in Asheville as construction ramps up on the multibillion-dollar highway project.

2 weeks ago

I-26 Connector: Major tree clearing changes Bowen Bridge views

NCDOT says clearing work is preparing the corridor for new bridges over the French Broad River in Asheville, with more traffic shifts and overnight lane closures ahead

Biltmore Championship Asheville

2 weeks ago

Biltmore Championship Asheville launches grant program for nonprofits

Tournament organizers say funding will support sustainability and cultural projects across Buncombe County

Bright living room with a tall gray paneled fireplace centered on the wall, flanked by two narrow windows and a sliding glass door.

2 weeks ago

What Asheville-area homeowners should know before choosing new flooring

A Candler flooring expert shares tips on hardwood, luxury vinyl, moisture protection and lifestyle-friendly flooring options for homes across Western North Carolina.

Watchhouse poster: a woman in the foreground and a bearded man behind them, with a bold WATCHHOUSE title at the bottom (amber tint).

2 weeks ago

July concert calendar: Live music in Asheville and WNC this month

From Air Supply and Gladys Knight to Spoon, Band of Horses, Watchhouse, Jesse Welles and local artists, here’s where to find live music in Asheville and WNC in July.

Urban sidewalk with Momentum Gallery signs, brick storefronts, and trees; pedestrians walk along the sunny street.

2 weeks ago

What Asheville’s Downtown Improvement District accomplished in its first year

Annual report highlights cleaning, graffiti removal, business outreach and ambassador services as downtown district prepares for $1.8 million budget

Recent Headlines

9 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Old Mars Hill Highway victim died after being struck by vehicle, officials say

White sheriff SUV with orange/black graphics reading Buncombe County Sheriff; badge emblem on front door.

The Buncombe County Sheriff's Office say preliminary autopsy results reveal that a woman found dead along Old Mars Hill Highway was hit and killed by a vehicle.

10 hours ago in Community, Education, Local, Sports

UNC Asheville unveils conceptual designs for tennis courts, campus upgrades

The University of North Carolina Asheville has released conceptual images for several campus improvement projects, including building renovations, an ADA-accessible library entrance and new on-campus tennis courts.