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2 weeks ago

Slick roads divide Asheville area as snow moves in

Drivers report clear streets downtown but icy conditions west of the French Broad River

2 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Jan. 16-18

Salsa dancing, plant bingo, zombie movies and winter markets are all on the docket in our weekly weekend guide.

2 weeks ago

School closures, delays announced across Asheville area

Icy road conditions prompt multiple districts to close schools, delay start times or shift to remote learning Thursday

2 weeks ago

Second arrest made in Buncombe County death investigation

Woman charged with concealing death as murder suspect remains jailed without bond

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Verizon customers report widespread service outage in Asheville area

Users across the U.S. are also seeing phones switch to ‘SOS’ mode

2 weeks ago

Fairview drivers warned of reduced bridge weight limits

NCDOT changes affect Hollywood Road, Whitaker Road and Blue Ridge Development Road bridges

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Asheville council approves Helene recovery measure

City leaders review riverfront park plans and early projections of a major budget gap

2 weeks ago

Tunnel Road in Asheville closed after crash knocks down utility pole

Power pole snapped near Beverly Road, causing backups into East Asheville

2 weeks ago

High-elevation snow, dangerous cold forecast for Asheville area

Winter Weather Advisory issued for high elevations along Tennessee border

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Zombies, a killer chimp and… water polo? ‘The Plague,’ ‘Primate,’ ‘We Bury the Dead’ – 828reviewsNOW

Read our reviews of a trio of horror flicks: "The Plague," Charlie Polinger's body horror flick about bullying at a water polo camp, "Primate," Johannes Roberts' chimpanzee slasher and "We Bury the Dead," a thoughtful zombie movie starring "Star Wars" alum Daisy Ridley.

2 weeks ago

Asheville officials warn of $30M budget gap as FY27 planning begins

Health care, transit, public safety and debt costs outpace revenue growth

2 weeks ago

Rising dough: Flour makes jump from S&W Market to Wall Street

Flour, the popular breakfast spot located inside of The S&W Market, has announced that it will be moving to its own brick-and-mortar location later this year.

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Buncombe leaders invite residents to help design pedestrian network

Community meeting set Jan. 29 at Enka-Candler Library to gather feedback on walking infrastructure

2 weeks ago

WNC Repair Café encourages reuse through free community events

Volunteer-led program offers help fixing clothing, appliances, tools and more across Asheville area

2 weeks ago

Coldest air of winter so far targets Asheville area by week’s end

Forecast calls for frigid temperatures, gusty winds and light snow at higher elevations of Western North Carolina

2 weeks ago

Buncombe sheriff candidate faces eligibility challenge ahead of primary

Victor 'Vic' Morman says he meets filing requirements for GOP primary

2 weeks ago

Try these food resolutions for a healthy start to 2026

Looking for a few food goals to aim for in 2026? Give these suggestions a shot.

2 weeks ago

Bowen Bridge crash snarls I-240 traffic in Asheville

Three of four westbound lanes closed near Patton Avenue

2 weeks ago

Asheville council to decide on new West Asheville police location

Tanger Outlets offers larger space, added security and renovated facility at no upfit cost to city

2 weeks ago

Craven Street bike-pedestrian bridge moves to Asheville City Council

Bridge would run parallel to existing Craven Street crossing, improve multimodal access to River Arts District

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