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1 week ago in Entertainment
Hemingway’s masterpiece on Spain’s bull runs turns 100 years old with its allure intact
Ernest Hemingway's 1926 novel "The Sun Also Rises" captivated generations of readers with its sexy Jazz Age tale of American and British bohemians trying to fill some inner void with the distractions of exotic travel, vast quantities of alcohol and the anguishing pursuit of impossible love.
1 week ago in Community, Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
20-year-old motorcyclist dies after crash one week before 21st birthday
The Asheville Police Department is investigating a fatal vehicle collision that resulted in the death of Subastion James Samuel Cruz-Galyon, a 20-year-old motorcyclist from Canton, N.C.
1 week ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville weather: Scattered thunderstorms expected through Sunday
The National Weather Service says thunderstorms are a likely bet into this weekend, with high temperatures hovering around 90 degrees.
1 week ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Victim identified in house fire homicide investigation
A man found dead in a Riceville home last week has been identified. The Buncombe County Sheriff's Office has partnered with the Buncombe County Fire Marshal's Office on an arson investigation.
1 week ago in Community, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
$1 million stormwater drainage project to have minimal impact on West Asheville traffic
The project will target the end of Buffalo Street, a residential part of the Burton Street neighborhood, but city officials say there will be little impact on local traffic.
1 week ago in Community, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
NCDOT funds 53 miles of road resurfacing in 2 Western North Carolina counties
Over 50 miles of Burke County and Rutherford County will soon be resurfaced after over $10 million in contracts were awarded by the North Carolina Department of Transportation.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in front of famous friends at Madison Square Garden
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married Friday night at Madison Square Garden, where actor Adam Sandler was the surprising officiant at a ceremony and Stevie Nicks performed among a crowd packed with stars of sports and entertainment.
1 week ago in Entertainment
‘Minions & Monsters’ tops Fourth of July holiday box office, barely beating ‘Toy Story 5’
The Minions have taken down "Toy Story 5" at the July Fourth weekend box office, but not by much. "Minions & Monsters," the seventh film in the "Despicable Me" franchise, earned $36.4 million at the holiday weekend box office, according to studio estimates for North America.
1 week ago in Sports, Trending
UEFA says decision by FIFA to let U.S. forward play at World Cup is ‘incomprehensible’
An all-time controversy in the World Cup's 96-year history was raging Monday ahead of the co-host United States facing Belgium with a quarterfinals place at stake.
1 week ago in Sports
England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach quarterfinals
Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane carried England to the World Cup quarterfinals, overcoming a raucous crowd, the elevation of Estadio Azteca and a man disadvantage in the second half to beat Mexico in a 3-2 thriller on Sunday night.
1 week ago in Entertainment
George Clooney to get the lifetime achievement prize from Venice Film Festival
George Clooney is returning to the Venice Film Festival this year, where he'll be honored with a lifetime achievement award. The festival's organizers said Monday that Clooney has been selected to receive the Golden Lion at the 83rd edition of the festival in September.
1 week ago in Asheville History, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
‘Bye Mama’: The final goodbye of Buncombe County soldier Raymond Wilson
The former Beacon Manufacturing worker was killed in action in Italy in 1944, and a nephew recently fulfilled a decades-long dream by visiting his grave
1 week ago in Local, Politics, ZZZ App Top Stories
NC election officials warn of confusing voter registration mailers
State Board of Elections says outdated forms, incorrect information and privacy concerns have prompted complaints from voters and county election offices
2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville explains decision to lease police space at Tanger Outlets
City responds to questions about public safety spending, West Asheville facilities and long-term capital planning
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville South Slope Block Party draws crowds for Fourth of July celebration
Restaurants, breweries and vendors see steady traffic during Independence Day event
2 weeks ago in Asheville History, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Explore Asheville-area history tours as U.S. celebrates 250th anniversary
Historic districts, rail corridors and cultural landmarks across Asheville, Swannanoa Valley and Black Mountain offer immersive ways to explore the region’s past
2 weeks ago in Asheville History, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
The legend of Ruth Davidson: WNC teen’s Revolutionary War ride
Ruth Davidson’s ride to Ninety Six remains a blend of legend and Revolutionary War history
2 weeks ago in Asheville History, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
This Buncombe County figure helped give America the word ‘bunk’
Felix Walker’s Revolutionary War background and early Asheville-area political role helped inspire a phrase still used more than 200 years later
2 weeks ago in Asheville History, Local
Tombstone Tales: A Revolutionary War veteran’s grave in Mitchell County tells a WNC story for July Fourth
At Kona Baptist Church Cemetery, a memorial to George Silver carries the story of American independence into the Toe River Valley and a family legacy deeply rooted in Western North Carolina.
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville’s July 4 event features fireworks, live music, road closures
Classic cars, dock diving dogs and local marketplace part of South Slope festivities
