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Asheville area rings in New Year with keg drops, themed parties, music
Kegs, cowboys and gold nuggets among unconventional traditions and themed celebrations that welcome the new year
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Costco heads to Asheville Planning and Zoning Commission
City council members highlight wages, sustainability as zoning concerns linger
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Wind warning, advisories in effect as cold front sweeps Asheville area
Gusts up to 60 mph and subzero wind chills possible through Tuesday morning
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Strangeville: The Flatiron flat iron
Local artist Reed Tood built a giant metal clothing iron in front of the Flatiron Building nearly 30 years ago. The monument remains a fixture of Asheville to this day.
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Hikes of WNC: Waterrock Knob Trail
This gorgeous hike, featuring a large parking lot, a half-mile ascent to a great lookout and ready access to the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, is located on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Sylva, N.C.
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Tombstone Tales: ‘Mayor of Shiloh’ buried in Asheville
Linwood Crump, known as "the Mayor of Shiloh," left such an impact on his neighborhood that the community center he served at was renamed to honor him.
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Faster, gentler knee replacement now available in Western North Carolina
Mission Hospital’s Dr. Landon Hall uses a muscle-sparing Subvastus technique to speed recovery and reduce post-surgical pain
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From Asheville to Baltimore: Mike Shildt returns to his roots
Former UNC Asheville standout returns to his childhood team as Baltimore names him senior instructor in player development
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NCDOT begins property acquisition for I-26 Connector in Asheville
Right-of-way work underway for north section; construction expected in 2026
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Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Dec. 26-28
Looking for plans after the holidays? Check out our list of events this weekend, from a holiday tiki pop-up to family-friendly fun.
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Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus (1897)
In the 1897 editorial response from the “New York Sun,” a young girl named Virginia O’Hanlon questions the existence of Santa Claus
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‘Song Sung Blue’ is a messy melodrama, but sung sweet – 828reviewsNOW
There is something irresistible about Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline," especially as performed by Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman. "Song Sung Blue" understands this very well. Read our full review of the musical melodrama below.
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Tired of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’? Try these alternative Christmas movies
Are you feeling reluctant to take "Elf" off the shelf? Is your "Home Alone" tradition in need of renovation? Is your 34th viewing of "Miracle on 34th Street" just one time too many? Like Rudolph with his nose so bright, 828reviewsNOW is here to help.
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WNC bluegrass band to celebrate 500th performance this weekend
Local bluegrass outfit The JackTown Ramblers are heading to Jack of the Wood for their 500th performance this weekend. The bluegrass band will take to the stage from 8:30-11:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 27 at the downtown pub.
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Where’s Santa Claus? Radar shows him getting closer to Asheville
Check out this story to follow Santa's journey!
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Grocery store opens in Beacon Village, brings food relief to Swannanoa
Locally owned store brings fresh produce and essentials to community devastated by Tropical Storm Helene
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Dunkin’ is comin’ to Biltmore Village, Abbott Construction confirms
Just weeks after the "fancy McDonald's" announced its reopening in Biltmore Village, another franchise has announced its return to the historic Asheville district. Contractors from John W. Abbott Construction Company, Inc. have confirmed that Dunkin' will be moving into the space formerly occupied by Long John Silver's at 781 Biltmore Ave.
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Man charged with first-degree murder in death of Buncombe County teen
Authorities say 18-year-old Joseph Rose died from a gunshot wound
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Near-record warmth forecast across Asheville area
Forecasters warn of dramatic temperature drop and possible arctic air after the holidays
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Historic Churches of WNC: Sloop Chapel at Crossnore
A historic stone chapel at Crossnore Communities for Children holds one of Western North Carolina’s most meaningful frescoes. Its story reflects a century of care, community and mountain history.
