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3 weeks ago
Tombstone Tales: The photographer who captured the soul of the Smokies
How George Masa’s lens, maps, and mountain hikes helped create the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and shape the Appalachian Trail.
3 weeks ago
828 Scoreboard: This week’s high school football results
Find out how your favorite Asheville area teams fared
3 weeks ago
‘Predator: Badlands’ is a real good time – 828reviewsNOW
"Predator: Badlands" is the first of the sci-fi franchise to tell a story from the perspective of the titular alien warriors, but the latest in a recent run of terrific "Predator" movies. Dan Trachtenberg's follow-up to "Prey" and "Predator: Killer of Killers" is a whole lot of fun. Read our review for more.
3 weeks ago
Asheville-area holiday events light up the season
From parades to markets, festive lights and community celebrations -- WNC is getting into the spirit of the holiday season
3 weeks ago
Plan ahead: Weekend travel disruptions hit Asheville area
Snow and ice shut parkway, while bridge work and detours slow I-40 and I-26 traffic
3 weeks ago
FAA’s order to cut flights because of government shutdown is in effect
Travel disruptions loom at Charlotte Douglas while Asheville Regional stays on schedule
3 weeks ago
From 70s to snowflakes: Asheville’s weather set for wild weekend swing
Warm start Friday will turn into midwinter cold by Monday morning -- with a chance of mountain flurries
3 weeks ago
3I/ATLAS: Comet or extraterrestrial visitor?
UNC Asheville, Harvard and NASA scientists see a natural phenomenon, not alien tech
4 weeks ago
Tourism packages announced in advance of Dambo Trolls arrival
Later this month, a new collection of Danish artist Thomas Dambo's world-renowned trolls will arrive at the North Carolina Arboretum. Whether you are an Asheville resident looking for a troll-tastic staycation or a visitor troll-hunting for a deal, Explore Asheville has prepared several lodging packages bundled with the Arboretum experience.
4 weeks ago
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Nov. 7-9
Looking for things to do this weekend? We've got you covered. From a party in the River Arts District to an all-vegan Thanksgiving feast, we have all kinds of activities in our weekend guide to Asheville and WNC.
4 weeks ago
Short plays and tall tales: Hendersonville Theatre’s One Act Play Festival
The One Act Play Festival is made up of two different sets of plays shown between Nov. 6-15, culminating in a Best of Show performance at 3 p.m. on November 16, 2025.
4 weeks ago
Buncombe County rallies to support families during federal funding gap
Food donations, market tokens, and volunteer efforts aim to ease SNAP and energy program delays
4 weeks ago
RADFest returns: River Arts District to hold local arts bonanza this weekend
RADFest 2.0 will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8 and Sunday, Nov. 9 across the River Arts District.
4 weeks ago
Fork & Dagger: Southern comfort finds modern home at Regina’s Westside
From perfectly peppered gravy to mezcal margaritas, this West Asheville newcomer honors diner roots with a fresh twist
4 weeks ago
LOCASH to Headline Hometown Hootenanny at Asheville’s Revival
LOCASH will bring their feel-good hits to Revival this January, joined by Sarah Reeves and Tano Jones Revelry.
4 weeks ago
Feast without the fuss: Asheville’s Thanksgiving dining guide
Local restaurants are serving everything from classic turkey dinners to gourmet spreads -- whether you’re dining in or taking out
4 weeks ago
Three Asheville churches band together for charity choir concert
This Friday, the churches of Church Street will come together for their annual collaborative choir concert. This year, the community building will not stop with music, either. The 2025 Three Church Concert is also a fundraiser for Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity.
4 weeks ago
Residents invited to help shape design of new Oakley Fire Station 9
City of Asheville hosting open house Nov. 17 to gather feedback on public safety complex plans
4 weeks ago
Weaverville Tailgate Market begins its holiday season today
'Tis the season to attend the Weaverville Tailgate Holiday Market. The annual holiday market will run from 3-6 p.m. every Wednesday from Nov. 5-Dec. 17 at the Weaverville Community Center, 60 Lakeshore Dr.
4 weeks ago
Health insurance rates in North Carolina to jump nearly 29% in 2026
Commissioner Mike Causey urges residents to research options as federal subsidies expire and health care costs climb
