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In this Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012 photo, burs from an American chestnut tree litter the ground on Traylor Renfro's hillside retreat in Grassy Creek, N.C. Thoreau wrote lovingly of going "a-chestnutting" in the New England woods. In an 1857 journal entry contemplating the chestnut's spiny bur, he rhapsodized on the wonderful care with which nature "has secluded and defended these nuts, as if they were her most precious fruits, while diamonds are left to take care of themselves." (AP Photo/Allen Breed)

2 weeks ago

Hidden flavors: Discover WNC’s unusual fall foods

Chestnuts, heirloom squash and wild mushrooms offer locals and visitors a taste of Appalachia’s culinary heritage

2 weeks ago

Record bird migration lights up Western North Carolina skies

BirdCast radar estimates more than 17 million birds crossed Buncombe County Wednesday night

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Fork & Dagger: Blackbird charms with cocktails, falters on the plate

While the drinks, bone marrow and desserts delight, muddled entrees and heavy sauces leave this Biltmore Avenue spot grounded

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Buncombe County man dies in shooting near Madison County line

Investigators say Wednesday’s deadly incident on Kreston Drive was isolated, no ongoing threat to public

3 weeks ago

Architect to present alternatives for UNCA woods development

Scott Burroughs of This Land Studio unveils community vision for 54-acre site at UNC Asheville

The Buncombe County Board of Elections has outlined procedures for Republican runoff primaries set for May 14 to decide the GOP nominees for N.C. Lieutenant Governor and State Auditor.

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Key dates, locations announced for 2025 municipal elections

Weaverville and Woodfin residents to head to the polls Nov. 4; early voting opens Oct. 16

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Buncombe County OKs new EMS station, backs conservation efforts

Commissioners approve $500K for paramedic expansion and move forward with farmland preservation goals

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Cold front brings rain, cooler weather and possible frost to WNC

Scattered showers today give way to sunny skies, gusty winds and the season’s first hint of frost

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October concert calendar: Live music in Asheville area this month

The Asheville area boasts a vibrant live music scene with venues catering to a wide array of genres, performers and taste. Read our calendar of shows coming up later this month.

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Mannequins breathe, talk — even give birth in Mission’s new sim lab

High-tech mannequins, connected classrooms bring hands-on education to life in Asheville hospital

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‘The Gift’ of giant puppets: Paperhand Puppet Project plans Wortham Center show

The Paperhand Puppet Project, a puppet-focused performance troupe, will return to Asheville next month to present "The Gift," the company's 25th anniversary production. Performances of 'The Gift" will run from Nov. 7-9 at the Diana Wortham Center for the Performing Arts.

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Hilton Asheville to host Thanksgiving buffet for Eblen, 12 Baskets Café

Next month, Embassy Suites by Hilton Asheville Downtown will host a Thanksgiving Buffet charity benefit. The community is invited to partake in a meal to benefit Eblen Charities and 12 Baskets Café. The Thanksgiving Buffet will be held from noon to 5 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 27 at the Embassy Suites, 192 Haywood St.

3 weeks ago

FEMA extends funding for water treatment through Nov. 30, city says

The city of Asheville has shared an update on the water pre-treatment systems that have been temporarily installed at the North Fork and DeBruhl water treatment plants. These systems, installed after Hurricane Helene hit the plants in September 2024, will remain in place through Nov. 30, 2025, thanks to funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.