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2 weeks ago
Buncombe sheriff to host Sept. 10 town hall in Swannanoa
Residents encouraged to ask questions and discuss public safety issues
2 weeks ago
Cool, crisp weather settles into Asheville area
National Weather Service says pattern could last into early September
2 weeks ago
GALLERY: Big fun at the Marion Bigfoot Festival
Hundreds of sasquatch celebrators turned out for the annual Bigfoot Festival this weekend in Marion, N.C. Check out our photo gallery for all the best moments and weirdest merchandise from the 2025 festivities.
2 weeks ago
Online tool tracks E. coli levels in Asheville area rivers, creeks
DEQ dashboard shows which sites are safe for swimming, kayaking and other recreational activities
2 weeks ago
Strangeville: The day Babe Ruth was rumored to have died in Asheville
In April 1925, Asheville briefly became the center of a baseball mystery. Babe Ruth collapsed at the train station and rumors spread worldwide that he had died here. Newspapers even printed his obituary before the truth emerged. Discover how the “death” of the Babe in Asheville became a strange piece of local folklore.
3 weeks ago
Buncombe County Permits & Inspections team earns state honor
Department recognized for storm recovery work, completing 2,000+ damage assessments after Tropical Storm Helene
3 weeks ago
Tombstone Tales: The wreck on Saluda Mountain that changed rail safety
In 1890, engineer Lewis Tunstall was killed when his train careened down the Saluda Grade at 75 miles an hour. The wreck led to the creation of safety switches that saved countless lives. Today, Tunstall is remembered not only for his sacrifice but also by a striking monument in Hendersonville’s Oakdale Cemetery.
3 weeks ago
Rollercoaster theatre: ‘Miss Julie’ stars Lauren Otis and Jon Robinson on their upcoming Attic Salt production
"Miss Julie" is a classic 19th century play written by the Swedish playwright August Strindberg. This September, the naturalistic tragedy will receive a brand-new adaptation at Attic Salt Theatre Company, directed by Jeff Catanese and starring Lauren Otis and Jon Robinson.
3 weeks ago
Weaverville ‘salutes to summer’ with back-to-school Nature Park party
The Salute to Summer Kids Party will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23 at Main Street Nature Park in downtown Weaverville. School supply donations will be accepted by the Weaverville Police Department at the event.
3 weeks ago
Noble Cider repeats as NC Wine Cup winner with Spice Merchant
Asheville cidery also collects six silver medals in statewide competition
3 weeks ago
Cooler, wet weather to continue across Asheville area
Forecasters say heavy rain could bring isolated flash flooding through Saturday
3 weeks ago
Fly fishing and fellowship: Wrong Way to host free fly fishing festivities this weekend
As Asheville flies closer to the one year anniversary of Hurricane Helene, Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins will host a fly fishing festival to celebrate river recovery in Western North Carolina.
3 weeks ago
AP: Panthers give Moton 2-year, $44M deal
The deal means the Panthers have all five starting offensive linemen under contract at least through the 2026 season
3 weeks ago
Parkway section between Asheville and Mount Pisgah reopens
Remaining repairs from Tropical Storm Helene near milepost 421 expected to be finished later this summer
3 weeks ago
North Carolina voter registration cleanup underway
1,400 Buncombe County residents among those urged to confirm records
3 weeks ago
Apple Festival, King Apple Parade set for Labor Day weekend
Four-day celebration includes street closures, parking changes and events in downtown Hendersonville
3 weeks ago
Tourists doubleheader pushed to Friday, weekend slate adjusted
Asheville ballclub revises schedule after rainouts
3 weeks ago
FEMA approves another $96M for North Carolina’s Helene recovery
Funds will support more than 200 projects, including road repairs, debris removal and infrastructure restoration
3 weeks ago
Tips for staying on top as coursework becomes more demanding
As students push themselves with tougher classes, revising study habits and strategies can help them stay on top
