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Upcoming astrological events visible from WNC
This month an array of astrological events can be viewed across Western North Carolina, including meteor showers, comets and this year's Harvest Supermoon.
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A.C. Reynolds rallies for suicide prevention with awareness walk
The Out of the Silence walk and accompanying event will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 30 in the R.L. Dalton Stadium at A.C. Reynolds High.
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Venardos Circus swings to town for Tanger Outlets residency
The Venardos Circus, a Broadway-style, animal-free classic circus showcase, will return to Asheville for a three week residency outside the Tanger Outlets. A big top tent will house the production from Thursday, Oct. 2 to Sunday, Oct. 19 at 800 Brevard Road.
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Rocky Horror round-up: Where to see the show this October
Did someone do the Time Warp again? October has nearly arrived, and with it, a new lineup of "Rocky Horror" performances, just in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the cult classic. Shiver with antici...pation and check out our list of places to see the show in Western North Carolina.
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Gatlinburg Bypass remains closed after landslide
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is open while cleanup continues
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Attic Salt announces ‘The Thanksgiving Play’ for November run
"The Thanksgiving Play" will run at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday from Nov. 7-23 at Attic Salt Theatre Arts Space, 2002 Riverside Dr.
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Asheville seeks public input on transit network redesign
City launches survey and community events to guide Asheville Rides Transit improvements and future planning
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Crash shuts down NC 9 in Polk County
Detours in place as officials warn of heavy traffic delays
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Lockdown at Asheville High School lifted
Officials say no evacuation occurred; students and staff remained safe
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I-26 westbound to close overnight near Hendersonville this week
Exit 49 to Exit 44 will be shut Monday and Tuesday nights; timing may shift because of traffic or weather
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Storm alerts: How Asheville area residents can stay informed
New tools give personalized, real-time notifications for emergencies, closures and public safety updates
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Storm debris removal to begin at Asheville’s North Fork watershed
City stresses dam is safe; project focuses on water flow and wildfire prevention
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United Way directs $4.5 million, 7,000 volunteers to Helene recovery
Organization leads Buncombe County’s relief efforts a year after storm destroyed thousands of homes
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Imelda tracks east, but Asheville forecast still wet
Clouds, fog and scattered thunderstorms expected before midweek clearing
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Restaurant report: How are local eateries one year after Helene?
One year after Hurricane Helene knocked out power grids, polluted drinking water and shuttered restaurants, 828newsNOW checked in on the state of the WNC food and beverage industry.
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Shops, tourism return to Black Mountain and Swannanoa after Helene
Nearly a year later, businesses, volunteers and residents continue to drive recovery, chamber director says
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Strangeville: The murder, the ballad and the ghost of Tom Dula
Explore the true story behind North Carolina’s infamous Tom Dula murder case, the folk ballad it inspired, and the lingering ghostly legend that still haunts the backroads of Wilkes County.
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Candlelight ceremony in Swannanoa marks Helene anniversary
'This day a year ago was one we all wish we could take back.' -- Swannanoa Fire Chief AJ Penland
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Pride pics: Photos from Blue Ridge Pride 2025
This year, the theme of Blue Ridge Pride was "Resilience and Resistance," named in honor of the anniversary of Hurricane Helene, which hit Western North Carolina exactly one year ago on Sept. 27, 2024.
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Asheville fire official reflects on Helene response
Assistant fire chief details planning, strategic deployment, 250-plus rescues, community support and lessons learned
