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FILE - A total lunar eclipse, known as the blood moon, is visible between skyscrapers Friday, March 14, 2025, in downtown Chicago. (AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato)

2 weeks ago

Early risers can catch rare blood moon before sunrise Tuesday

Find a clear western horizon to see the fleeting red moon before it sets at sunrise

Three weeks into his new life in the mountains of Western North Carolina, Jeremy Johnson is still discovering Asheville one trail, waterfall and customer at a time.

2 weeks ago

People at Work: Jeremy Johnson finds new road, new trails in Asheville

Traveling O’Reilly Auto Parts store employee brings a love of mechanics and life on the move

Esther Manheimer and Kim Roney

2 weeks ago

Manheimer, Roney face off in Asheville mayor’s race

Candidates highlight differing approaches to housing, recovery and city governance

Asheville City Hall

2 weeks ago

Crowded Asheville City Council race heads to March 3 primary

Housing, recovery and budget concerns dominate campaign priorities

Courtney Booth, Katie Kurdys and Martin Moore

2 weeks ago

Buncombe County DA race takes shape ahead of March primary

Three Democrats outline approaches to crime prevention, prosecution and reform as longtime district attorney retires

2 weeks ago

March concert calendar: Live music in Asheville this month

Your go‑to guide for the best live music happening around town this month.

2 weeks ago

Hikes of WNC: Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center Loop

The Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center is one of Asheville's lesser-known treasures. In addition to an interactive museum, an information desk and a gift shop, the visitor center is home to a 1.2 mile trail loop, complete with a road crossing on the parkway itself.

2 weeks ago

Miller seeks third term as GOP race forms for Buncombe sheriff

Primary on March 3 will determine party nominees for November election

Priorix measles, mumps and rubella vaccines are prepared at Children's Minnesota on Nov. 20, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Devi Shastri)

2 weeks ago

What to know about measles cases increasing in North Carolina

State health officials outline symptoms, risks and vaccine recommendations

2 weeks ago

Queens of the Hive: Hive Ambition plans buzzy event for female entrepreneurs

Next month, 10 different Western North Carolina women's business groups will unite for a business social. The event is organized by Hive Ambition, a community hub for female entrepreneurs.

3 weeks ago

APD officer resigns following child abuse, DWI, public urination charges

The Asheville Police Department has announced that Officer Beauregard "Beau" Terence Baley has resigned from the force following his arrest and an internal investigation earlier this month.

3 weeks ago

Black Mountain venue plans tribute to late blues legend Kat Williams

Katrina "Kat" Williams, a beloved community member and blues legend, passed away at age 58 on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. This weekend, a collective of local musicians will perform a tribute show to the artist in Black Mountain, N.C.

Quick action by an employee and firefighters helped prevent major damage after a fire broke out late Wednesday at the Hickory Nut Gap Farm Store in Fairview, according to the Fairview Volunteer Fire Department

3 weeks ago

Employee spots fire, helping crews save Hickory Nut Gap Farm Store

Fairview firefighters contain blaze before it spreads inside building

3 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: The Local Joint still serves one of area’s best breakfasts

Attached to a Highway 19/74 gas station in Fairview, this old-school diner delivers house-made classics at prices that feel frozen in time

North Carolina Arboretum

3 weeks ago

Arboretum board OKs parking fee increase for one-time visitors

New $25 vehicle fee takes effect March 1 as officials address maintenance and program expenses

Henderson County Special Needs Decal

3 weeks ago

Henderson, McDowell introduce special needs occupant decals

New sticker programs help first responders identify residents with special needs

3 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Feb. 27 – March 1

An affordable plant sale, an ABBA disco party and exercising the American right to vote are just three of the events on our weekly activity guide.

3 weeks ago

ArtsAVL announces $1.2 million grant program for WNC arts nonprofits

ArtsAVL, the Asheville area arts council, has launched a $1.2 million Nonprofit Arts Recovery Grant Program intended to support the long-term recovery of Western North Carolina arts nonprofits.

3 weeks ago

Wet weather returns to Asheville before sunny weekend

Showers taper off Thursday night as temperatures climb into the weekend

Asheville City Hall

3 weeks ago

Residents sound off on Asheville’s projected $30M budget shortfall

Public urges council to protect transit, pay living wages and avoid more property tax hikes

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