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5 days ago
Fill up on Mehfil: Swannanoa food truck offering free Thanksgiving meal
Later this afternoon, Mehfil, a local Indian restaurant, will offer a free meal to the Swannanoa community in celebration of Thanksgiving gratitude.
5 days ago
Thanksgiving cold snap to bring dangerous winds to Asheville area
Wind chills in the teens, 55 mph gusts and increased fire danger expected across the mountains
6 days ago
Buncombe County unable to send emergency alerts following cyber attack
Buncombe County emergency call, text and email alerts are down following a cyber attack on a third-party vendor, but 911 or emergency response operation have not been affected.
6 days ago
Asheville Regional Theater Auditions announced for 8+ local theater companies
The ARTAs will be held Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, 2026 in Asheville. Registration is now open for ATA members at www.ashevilletheateralliance.org. Registration will open for non-members on Jan. 1, if spots remain available.
6 days ago
Asheville police use drone, K9 to catch armed robbery suspect
Officers say a drone and K9 team located the armed suspect in a wooded area after a robbery on Tunnel Road
6 days ago
Shopping local matters more than ever in Asheville area
Galleries, farmers markets and holiday pop-ups say supporting small businesses is key to rebuilding economy after Tropical Storm Helene
6 days ago
Salvage Station salvaged: RAD music venue returns under new roof
The new Salvage Station will be housed inside the former Asheville Waste Paper building, known locally for its iconic graffiti and murals, including a prominent painting of Homer Simpson and Bender from "Futurama" sharing a donut.
6 days ago
Cybersecurity issue forces closure of Jackson County schools
District moves to protect sensitive information while technicians restore critical services
7 days ago
Mistletoe & Martinis: Free holiday comedy show to support Hands On Asheville-Buncombe
Next month, The Montford Rooftop Bar will host local comedian Cayla Clark for an adults-only evening of cocktails, comedy and community fundraising.
7 days ago
Terra Nova Beer Co. to close by year’s end
Owners thank staff and community, encourage customers to visit Asheville, Swannanoa sites before year’s end
7 days ago
Thanksgiving without the turkey: Alternative main dishes for a holiday feast
From ham and prime rib to lamb and seafood, here are festive centerpiece ideas for a nontraditional Thanksgiving table
7 days ago
City invites public feedback on Azalea, French Broad park projects
The city of Asheville has invited the community to bring their input on two major riverfront recovery projects, the French Broad Riverfront Parks and Azalea Parks and Infrastructure Project, to an open house early next month.
7 days ago
Christmas on Main: Downtown Marshall to host ‘old-fashioned street market’
On Dec. 6, downtown Marshall will transform into an affordable street market just in time for Christmas. Over 80 vendors will be in attendance, with town storefronts decked out in holiday regalia all over Main Street.
7 days ago
Three ways to be grounded in gratitude this holiday season
As the holidays approach, life starts to speed up with family gatherings, travel plans and end-of-year deadlines. Amid the flurry, it’s easy to lose our sense of steadiness. Yet November also invites something deeper: a reminder to pause, breathe and reconnect with gratitude for the simple things that keep us grounded.
7 days ago
Use your seatbelt: APD launches Thanksgiving ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign
The Asheville Police Department, in partnership with the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program, has launched its annual Thanksgiving "Click It or Ticket" campaign, which will run from Nov. 24-30.
7 days ago
How to keep bears from denning under your home this winter
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission warns of increasing reports of bears seeking shelter in crawl spaces and sheds as denning season ramps up
7 days ago
Stormy Tuesday, frigid Thanksgiving for Asheville area
Highs drop from the 60s into the 40s as gusty winds and below-normal temperatures settle in
1 week ago
Seasonal lights to illuminate three downtown Asheville parks
Warm white lights to brighten key parks, enhance safety and create festive atmosphere
1 week ago
Strangeville: The legend of Boojum and Hootin’ Annie
A mountain legend tells of Boojum, a lonely giant who fell in love with a woman named Annie and vanished with her into the misty woods of Haywood County.
1 week ago
Hikes of WNC: The Sunset Trail
The Sunset Trail is under a mile long and accessible from many of the Grove Park Inn parking lots, making it the perfect pick for any hikers trying to walk off some holiday cheer.
