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A used syringe on the ground in West Asheville

2 weeks ago

Asheville police: Detailed tips help crack down on trafficking, OD hotspots

As Buncombe County ranks fifth in North Carolina for fentanyl-positive deaths, Asheville police say detailed anonymous tips help investigators prioritize drug cases and overdose hotspots

Sign reading 'LAZY OTTER RIVER ACCESS' announcing it is now open to the public, with blue sky and trees in the background.

2 weeks ago

French Broad River access point reopens for public use near Mills River

Henderson County has regained a recreational river spot, now open for public use at the former site of Lazy Otter Outfitters.

A chaotic battle in a forest: a rider is knocked from a white horse as soldiers clash with swords nearby.

2 weeks ago

Strangeville: Revolutionary War Ghosts of the Carolina Backcountry

Ahead of America 250, Revolutionary War folklore links Western North Carolina’s Overmountain Men to ghostly legends from the Battle of Kings Mountain.

Orange diamond traffic sign with bold black text: 'ROAD CLOSED AHEAD' on pavement, close-up poster-style warning.

2 weeks ago

Car crash on I-26 East leads to 3-lane closure

Eastbound I-26 drivers should be alert to a three-lane closure past Exit 37.

Speaker in a blue suit addresses an indoor political rally, with Roy Cooper banners and American flags behind him.

3 weeks ago

Roy Cooper makes economy-focused stop in Asheville on U.S. Senate campaign trail

Over 150 members of the Asheville community gathered Friday to watch former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper deliver an economy-focused speech in a stop on his campaign to win a seat in the United States Senate.

Close-up of a woman's shoulder and hand with turquoise nails, a gold ring, and white sunscreen on the skin at the beach.

3 weeks ago

Heat, sweat and sunscreen: How summer weather can harm jewelry

Routine maintenance and professional cleanings can help protect engagement rings, bracelets and other frequently worn pieces

Swannanoa River Road near Britt Drive is shown on June 26, 2026, where a developer has proposed a 549-unit multifamily housing project.

3 weeks ago

Apartment project could reshape Swannanoa River Road in Asheville

Three-phase, 549-unit development near Britt Drive includes podium parking structures, new stormwater infrastructure, 22% open space and a $75 million buildout

3 weeks ago

Alexander, Leicester areas hit by power outages

Officials say fallen trees and limbs caused damage to electrical infrastructure

NOAA weather infographic showing high temperatures across the region with orange shading, storm icon, and the title 'A Classic Late-June Summer Day' on the left.

3 weeks ago

Storms return to Asheville this weekend; hotter weather expected next week

Asheville faces daily chances for afternoon storms as temperatures climb into the upper 80s and heat intensifies next week

Front of Asheville Fire & Rescue station with an American flag on a flagpole and a bright sun flare over the roof

3 weeks ago

Asheville officials warn charity bike ride could impact Friday traffic

Carolina Brotherhood, a nonprofit organization that offers financial and emotional support to the families of killed or wounded North Carolina and South Carolina emergency responders, will pass through Buncombe County tomorrow on their annual charity bike ride.

Informational map kiosk on a city sidewalk, surrounded by trees and parked cars in downtown Asheville.

3 weeks ago

Underground equipment malfunction causes outage for 100s in downtown Asheville

A power outage hit downtown Asheville around 4:08 p.m. this afternoon. Duke Energy reports that power will be restored within the next two hours, but some could be without power overnight.

White Ford police SUV parked in front of a building with yellow police tape across the scene, 'POLICE' graphic on the side.

3 weeks ago

Buncombe County DA rules APD officers justified in fatal shooting

Buncombe County District Attorney Todd Williams has ruled that the Asheville Police Department officers involved in an April 2026 shootout that left one man dead and one officer injured were justified in their use of deadly force.

Person in a blue lab coat operates a large white lab instrument, grasping a labeled 'REMOVE CAP' handle.

3 weeks ago

Most veterans will never see this unit — but it could impact every visit

Inside the Asheville VA sterile processing department’s massive effort to laser-etch thousands of instruments

Street scene with a brick building and leafy trees, a sidewalk, and a distant domed building under a blue sky; cars parked along the street.

3 weeks ago

APD confirms juvenile street fights occurred during June Downtown After 5

Asheville Police Department has confirmed responding to multiple reports of fighting juveniles during the Downtown After 5 concert last week.

FILE - The North Carolina Legislative Building in Raleigh, N.C., is seen on June 5, 2024. (AP Photo/Makiya Seminera, File)

3 weeks ago

NC lawmakers override Stein vetoes on ICE cooperation, DEI restrictions

Lawmakers push through immigration enforcement and education policy changes as budget negotiations in Raleigh remain stalled

Xico

3 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: Xico’s charcoal-grilled cuisine steals the show

A brunch featuring steak and eggs, tinga de pollo and craft cocktails proves why diners keep coming back to this Asheville dining spot

Two older adults outside, man with a beard and hat hammering metal while a woman in a pink vest watches nearby.

3 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: June 26-28

Events in Asheville and Western North Carolina this weekend include Pride festivals, heritage events, live music, adoption events, food and drink gatherings and outdoor activities.

Bright sunlit river scene with a clear blue sky, trees along the banks, and a calm water surface below.

3 weeks ago

Asheville Parks & Rec unveils new design for French Broad River parks

In the coming days, Asheville residents will be able to take a look at the design concept for the French Broad Riverfront Parks Project near the river itself. The design will be displayed on riverfront banners, at community centers and online.

Orange and white striped traffic barrels and barriers marking a road construction zone ahead.

3 weeks ago

I-26 traffic shift begins near Weaverville

Nightly closures from June 24-26 are expected as crews prepare for a major traffic shift; officials warn delays may extend into the weekend

Mugshot lineup: three individuals in front of a height chart wearing jail uniforms (left in green, center in orange, right in orange).

3 weeks ago

Death by distribution charges filed in Mars Hill case, SBI says

Authorities say probe into one death uncovered additional child sexual abuse evidence

Recent Headlines

10 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.

11 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.