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3 weeks ago in High School, Lifestyle, Local, Sports
YMCA launches first high school girls flag football league in WNC ahead of 2028 Olympics
Before flag football makes its Olympics debut at the 2028 Los Angeles games, the YMCA of Western North Carolina has founded the first NFL FLAG football league for high school girls in WNC.
3 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Asheville 20-year-old sentenced to 51-74 months for felony robbery
Re'al Samuel Wells, 20, was sentenced to 51-74 months of prison time after he pled guilty to a Class D felony robbery.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Ultrarare Nintendo Mario game cartridges discovered in Wisconsin
A few years ago, a pop culture store owner in Wisconsin mentioned to Jason Ganos, a well-known Nintendo game collector, that he had a box of Super Mario cartridges that had been sitting in storage for years. It stopped Ganos in his tracks.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
3 big questions to ask your aging parents
One of the toughest things to go through as an adult is helping your parents as they get older. Life is finite, and both you and your parents might be reluctant to talk about what type of support they might need. But as difficult as these conversations can be, it's important to make time for them.
3 weeks ago in National, Trending
Looking to see the solar eclipse from North America? Here’s where and when to catch a sliver
Sorry, North America. After winning the cosmic lottery with a pair of coast-to-coast total solar eclipses, now it's Europe's turn. But look skyward anyway Wednesday and, if you're far enough north in the U.S. and Canada, you might savor a partial eclipse as the moon nibbles away at the sun.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Heading off to college? Here are some tips for managing your finances
Heading off to college is exciting, but it also involves new adult responsibilities. That makes it a great time to start getting comfortable with credit, building healthy spending habits and learning how to manage money.
3 weeks ago in Sports
CBS Sports president says there’s no timeline for a decision on Tony Romo’s future
CBS Sports president David Berson said Tuesday he does not have a timeline for a decision about Tony Romo's future. Romo, the network's lead NFL analyst, is on leave following his arrest last month in Wisconsin on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Sir Rod Stewart calls off remaining tour dates after coronary stent procedure
Sir Rod Stewart will be unable to continue his "One Last Time" farewell tour following a coronary stent procedure and after postponing and canceling a few performances, a representative for the singer has confirmed.
3 weeks ago in Housing, Local, Outdoors
Buncombe voters to decide $70M affordable housing, open space bonds
New campaign launches in support of two November referendums that supporters say would expand affordable housing and protect parks, farmland and drinking water
3 weeks ago in Community, Local
Weaverville playground to close for 3 weeks of repairs
The playground and swing set at Lake Louise Park in Weaverville will be shut down for maintenance and repairs next week. Public officials anticipate work lasting for three weeks.
3 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local
More than 14 grams of meth seized in downtown Asheville arrest
Charles Wade Steiner, 62, and Samantha Mariah Scott, 35, were arrested by the Asheville Police Department on open warrants last Sunday.
3 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local
New cyclosporiasis cases down 74% from last week
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reported today that cyclosporiasis cases increased by just 39 new cases this week, with no new hospitalizations reported.
3 weeks ago in Local
Asheville ranked among the most relaxing vacation spots in the U.S.
New analysis of more than 9.5 million Airbnb reviews ranks Asheville No. 9 nationally
Asheville zoning panel backs more duplexes, ADUs
Planning and Zoning Commission also recommends ending minimum parking requirements
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
YouTube sensation Ms. Rachel announces debut album with Mr. Aron, ‘I’m So Happy’
Parents of toddlers everywhere, prepare yourselves. YouTube sensation and music teacher Ms. Rachel and her husband, Aron Accurso, will release their debut album, the 23-track "I'm So Happy," on Sept. 25.
3 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Buncombe deputies seize fentanyl, meth in Arden drug bust
Sheriff’s office says deputies found nearly 19 grams of fentanyl and 189 grams of meth
3 weeks ago in Sports
LeBron James will play his first game with the 76ers against champion Knicks on NBA opening night
LeBron James will visit the New York Knicks on opening night and the Los Angeles Lakers on Christmas. James' arrival in Philadelphia has made the 76ers must-see TV, and they are all over the NBA's biggest days of the season.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Blues ‘enthusiast’ Morgan Freeman’s album covers 100 years of the genre
It happened out of necessity. Academy Award-winner Morgan Freeman was in Clarksdale, Mississippi, 25 years ago when some out-of-towners asked where they could hear blues music. Musicians were abundant; venues were not.
3 weeks ago in Local, Politics
Balkcom selected to replace Edwards in NC 11 congressional race
Henderson County state Rep. Jennifer Balkcom will face Democrat Jamie Ager after Edwards ended his reelection campaign amid a House ethics investigation
3 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
Heat alert issued for Asheville area as temperatures climb
Health officials warn of dangerous heat as hot, humid weather settles over the mountains
