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Rolling hills and dense forest under a cloudy sky, with tall grasses and a weathered barbed-wire fence in the foreground.

3 weeks ago

Asheville to turn hot again: Upper 80s, 90s and storm chances ahead

Western North Carolina gets a short break from the heat before summer surges back with high humidity, weekend storms and near-90-degree highs in Asheville

Interstate 26 traffic around Hendersonville was clogged from the morning well into the afternoon Tuesday after a fiery non-injury accident in a construction zone near exit 49B.

3 weeks ago

As traffic booms, NC’s 70-year-old interstate system faces costly future

New report finds North Carolina ranks third nationally in Interstate traffic growth while half of urban Interstate miles are now congested

Asheville City Hall

3 weeks ago

Asheville leaders OK $19.2 million Helene housing funds shift

City leaders also approved a data center moratorium, launched major Municipal Building renovations and advanced affordable housing projects

People skate on an outdoor rink surrounded by trees and pedestrians, with a city bus and buildings in the background.

3 weeks ago

Temporary skating rink to be built in downtown Asheville for $682,000

During the Asheville City Council meeting tonight, a temporary skating rink was approved for construction in a $682,157 contract with B. Allen Construction, Inc. The temporary rink will be built on Asheland Avenue in downtown Asheville.

3 weeks ago

Asheville police, fire headquarters to remain open during downtown restoration

This summer, construction crews will begin a year-long restoration of the Asheville Police Department and Fire Station 1 headquarters in downtown Asheville. City officials stated that both services will remain active during the renovation.

Sign near a river warning of Riverside Park wave construction ahead with logos and safety icons, trees in the background

3 weeks ago

Woodfin police stopping Taylor’s Wave paddlers for safety talks

The $4.8 million Taylor's Wave project is an eagerly anticipated installation for French Broad River kayakers, surfers and paddlers. However, until the river wave officially opens later this year, Woodfin police urge the community to stay safe and keep out.

Exterior of a Panda Express restaurant with a large red vertical banner in the foreground and a 'Do Not Enter' sign nearby.

3 weeks ago

Panda Express opens new Asheville location June 26

Smokey Park Highway restaurant debut includes ribbon cutting and $1,000 donation to MANNA FoodBank

Asheville City Hall

3 weeks ago

5 things to watch at tonight’s Asheville City Council meeting

From data centers to affordable housing and Helene recovery projects, several major issues are headed before council

3 weeks ago

USPS update: New Swannanoa post office design nearly finished

Construction contract could be awarded soon, but officials say no completion date has been set for the U.S. 70 facility

Two elderly women sit on a white quilt in a showroom, with blue paneled wall, angel wing art and a cross between them, flanked by Posh+ Lavish signs and lamps on both sides

3 weeks ago

Local mattress shop to host benefit for ‘Mattress Sisters’ flood survivors

Two Fairview women, Jackie Fenstermacher and her older sister, Cynthia Dunn, will be the focus of a community benefit this weekend, over a year and a half after they survived Tropical Storm Helene flooding by holding onto a mattress.

Blue-painted panel set into a brick wall, featuring a row of cute red miniature houses along the bottom and a small sun emblem in the center.

3 weeks ago

Buncombe County officials address local impact of new state property tax bills

Since North Carolina Governor Josh Stein signed Senate Bill 889, a moratorium on 2026 property tax reappraisal, local officials have been uncertain about the future of property tax changes implemented in recently adopted fiscal budgets.

Downtown Asheville as seen from the Buncombe County Courthouse web camera

3 weeks ago

Property tax reappraisal freeze sparks confusion for Asheville budget

New state law halts reappraisals in Buncombe County as leaders raise concerns during Helene recovery update meeting

NC Helene recovery numbers

3 weeks ago

WNC still needs $10B as Helene recovery enters next phase, officials say

State leaders say housing, roads, water systems and economic recovery still need billions in funding

Exterior rendering of Asheville Oakley Fire Station 9 in Asheville, NC, showing brick building with red bay doors and American flag on a clear day

3 weeks ago

Asheville officials reveal new design for Oakley fire station

City officials have unveiled the latest design concept for a new Fire Station 9, the center of the first phase in plans to modernize public safety facilities in the Oakley community of east Asheville.

Road closed sign

3 weeks ago

Expect delays: I-26 East lanes closing overnight Tuesday

All eastbound lanes near mile marker 33 scheduled to close from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for construction work

A crash has closed the left lane of Interstate 240 East near Exit 3A in Buncombe County, according to state transportation officials

3 weeks ago

Crash closes lane on I-240 East near Exit 3A in Asheville

Drivers should expect delays Monday morning as crews respond to a crash in Buncombe County

National Weather Service map

3 weeks ago

Severe storm threat expands across Asheville area

The National Weather Service says damaging straight-line winds are the primary threat as storms move through region

Fireworks bursting in a dark night sky above a treeline, with gold and pink-red trails and smoke.

3 weeks ago

July 4th Events and Fireworks in Asheville and Western North Carolina: 2026 Guide

Find Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades, festivals, live music and America 250 celebrations in Asheville, Weaverville, Hendersonville, Waynesville, Brevard, Cherokee and more.

Stone church with a large arched window and red doors, framed by green trees against a blue sky, on a sunny day.

3 weeks ago

Vigil planned in Asheville as Patients Union raises concerns over care

Vigil scheduled June 29 at First Congregational Church is open to patients, families and health care workers

Poster announcing Buncombe County Parks & Recreation 250th Anniversary Independence Day Celebration on July 4 at North Buncombe Fields, with fireworks and activities starting 5 P.M.

3 weeks ago

Fireworks move opens door to bigger Buncombe County show

Organizers say spectators will see a faster-paced show with new pyrotechnic designs

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.