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2 weeks ago
New music venue Hellbender unveils logo, Geese, LCD Soundsystem shows
Hellbender by the Orange Peel, an outdoor venue opening this July along the Swannanoa River, has unveiled its new logo, designed by local tattoo artist Danny Reed of Hot Stuff Tattoo.
2 weeks ago
Pisgah Area SORBA is protecting WNC trails, one volunteer at a time
After Tropical Storm Helene, many Western North Carolina hiking and biking trails were destroyed, suffering from flooding, felled trees and other damages. They may have stayed that way without Pisgah Area SORBA and its mighty team of volunteers.
2 weeks ago
Asheville man charged after record fentanyl seizure
Police say Tip411 tip helped uncover large-scale drug operation
2 weeks ago
At YWCA Asheville, empowerment starts with connection
Classes, conversations and community support help women and families move forward
2 weeks ago
Asheville council backs key water, storm repair projects after Helene
More than $2 million in stormwater contracts approved alongside regional housing expansion
2 weeks ago
Beneath the Blue Ridge: What’s still unknown in Asheville’s Virginia Olson cold case
Police say some evidence still exists, no suspect has been identified, and key questions remain in the 1973 killing of a UNC Asheville student.
2 weeks ago
Record 6.22 pounds of fentanyl seized in Buncombe County bust
Multi-agency operation involving BCSO, DEA, SBI leads to six arrests and largest fentanyl seizure in agency history
2 weeks ago
Local coffee shop, arts nonprofit C.A.M.P. to close this May
Just over one year after opening, Coffee, Art, Music type Place, a coffee shop and arts nonprofit located off of Tunnel Road, has announced that it will shut its doors at the end of May.
2 weeks ago
Buncombe County teachers lose state supplement
Increasing property values and lack of state budget leave district ineligible for PRC071 pay boost
2 weeks ago
Asheville locals push back on ‘no-go zone’ narrative
Interviews highlight a mix of pride, concern and calls for more housing instead of increased policing
2 weeks ago
1 killed in late-night shooting at Flat Rock park
Authorities say incident not random; no threat to public
2 weeks ago
Different Strokes! produces latest work by local playwright Travis Lowe
This June, Different Strokes! Performing Arts Collective will debut the latest play by local writer/actor Travis Lowe, "Love and Other Vices."
2 weeks ago
Buncombe County ends budget year in better shape than expected
Commissioners review early changes to $485M proposed budget
2 weeks ago
Day Trips from Asheville: Marshall, NC
Where to eat, explore and unwind in one of Western North Carolina’s most charming small towns — just 30 minutes from Asheville.
2 weeks ago
Crash closes shoulder on I-40 West in Asheville area
Right shoulder closed near Porters Cove Road; traffic impacts expected through midmorning
2 weeks ago
State board flags 34,000 deceased voters in database review
Officials say findings part of routine list maintenance and verification efforts
2 weeks ago
Rain, storms bring relief to dry Asheville region
First meaningful rainfall in weeks expected to continue into Wednesday
3 weeks ago
Man arrested after midnight break-in at downtown hotel
Asheville Police Department officers apprehended Joseph Fuller Anderson, 39, at the Downtown Inn & Suites after a report from staff that a man had broken into the hotel electrical room.
3 weeks ago
YMCA offers swim lessons, safety tips for National Water Safety Month
As Asheville prepares for water hole adventures, public pool days and beach trips, the YMCA of Western North Carolina offering expanded swim education programming for all ages. May is National Water Safety Month.
3 weeks ago
Proper care can extend life of jewelry
Simple steps like proper storage and routine checks can preserve value
