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2 weeks ago
Are ‘Ready or Not 2’ and ‘They Will Kill You’ the same movie? – 828reviewsNOW
In the latest case of ironic movie calendar confluence, two bloody movies about a pair of sisters battling satanic death cults were released inside a week of each other. Despite the oddly specific similarities of their premises, one is far more successful than the other.
2 weeks ago
Asheville to celebrate Arbor Day with RAD tree-planting event
Next Saturday, Asheville residents are invited to celebrate Arbor Day in the River Arts District, planting trees, receiving seedlings and learning to care for local ecosystems at a free riverside celebration.
2 weeks ago
Renowned mathematician to give UNC Asheville lecture with local actors
Later this week, the University of North Carolina Asheville Department of Mathematics and Statistics will hold its annual Parsons Lecture, bringing Middlebury College professor Stephen Abbott to campus for a lecture examining the intersection of theatre and math.
2 weeks ago
Spring fencing projects take off as homeowners upgrade yards
Homeowners seek privacy, safety and curb appeal
3 weeks ago
Mountain movie palaces: Tryon Theatre, Tryon, N.C.
Tryon Theatre is the first subject of "Mountain Movie Palaces," our new miniseries spotlighting the independent movie theaters of small Western North Carolina communities. Read about what makes the little theater so special to its small town.
3 weeks ago
Hikes of WNC: Bull Mountain Trail
Bull Mountain Trail may seem like a simple, unassuming walk, but there is magic to be found for those looking closely. Read our hiking guide for more.
3 weeks ago
Having a conversation and creating best practices for your child’s social media use
In a pivotal moment that underscored how powerful and immersive social platforms can be for children and teens, a jury in California this week found both Meta and YouTube liable for mental health harms to kids using their services.
3 weeks ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: March 27-29
Smelling the orchids, playing with puppets and watching a talent show are all on the calendar this weekend in Asheville. Find more things to do in our activity guide.
3 weeks ago
‘Private Lives’ at Hendersonville Theatre is more fussy than funny
Hendersonville Theatre is now staging a run on "Private Lives," Noël Coward's 1930 comedy of manners. Despite the best efforts of the Hendersonville team, the play is 96 years old... and shows. Read our review for more.
3 weeks ago
YMCA of WNC to kick off summer with free Healthy Kids Day event
Next month, the YMCA of Western North Carolina will host a free, family-friendly event to encourage a happy, healthy start to the summer season.
3 weeks ago
Attic Salt announces ‘smart, sexy, very funny’ production of ‘Venus in Fur’
Attic Salt Theatre Company has announced "Venus in Fur" as their next production. The show, written by David Ives and directed by Attic Salt Artistic Director Jeff Catanese, will open next month.
3 weeks ago
Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around
Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic devices once they are no longer needed. It's hard to know where to recycle those items, or it seems costly and inconvenient.
3 weeks ago
‘Project Hail Mary’ is a grand, gorgeous, galactic good time – 828reviewsNOW
Ryan Gosling may be the most charming astronaut who has ever befriended a rocky alien spider-crab in the fun and fantastic-looking "Project Hail Mary." Read our review for more.
3 weeks ago
Brü Avl on brunch offerings, incoming Latin food concept
Brü Avl, a local farm-to-table brunch spot, has announced that Palmar Latin Kitchen, a new dinner concept led by Chef Carlos Torres, will soon be opening for evening hours at the downtown Asheville café.
3 weeks ago
As demand for GLP-1 pills and shots surges, healthy habits are still key
Whether they're using weekly shots or daily pills, more Americans than ever are turning to anti-obesity drugs to lose weight and boost health. About 1 in 8 U.S. adults say they are taking a GLP-1 drug, according to a recent survey by the health research group KFF.
4 weeks ago
Asheville Fringe Fest spotlight: ‘Thea-ATE-a Monstrousos’ is a puppet palooza
The 24th Asheville Fringe Arts Festival commences this week, bringing dozens of artists from all kinds of disciplines to town for a celebration of the weird, wonderful and out-of-the-box. Meet a few of the artists in our show spotlights.
4 weeks ago
Asheville Fringe Fest spotlight: ‘Mexican Scum’ is espectacular political satire
The 24th Asheville Fringe Arts Festival commences this week, bringing dozens of artists from all kinds of disciplines to town for a celebration of the weird, wonderful and out-of-the-box. Meet a few of the artists in our show spotlights.
4 weeks ago
Sylvester Stallone, Jean-Claude Van Damme and more react to the death of Chuck Norris
The death of Chuck Norris has triggered an outpouring of memorials from fellow Hollywood tough guys and fans. The martial arts grandmaster and...
4 weeks ago
FCC approves merger of local television owners Nexstar and Tegna as two lawsuits seek to block it
The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday said it had approved the merger of local television giants Nexstar Media Group and rival Tegna, the same day that...
4 weeks ago
CBS News shutters its storied radio news service after nearly a century, ending an era
CBS News said Friday it will shut down its storied radio news service after nearly 100 years of operation, ending an era and blaming challenging economic times as the...
