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3 weeks ago

Mulch fire at TBD Landfill sends smoke across Haywood County

Canton officials urge swift action from state, federal agencies over air quality concerns

3 weeks ago

Asheville Deals | Discover Moe’s Original BBQ in North Asheville: White Sauce, Haul-It-Home Packs, and More

Moe’s Original BBQ in Woodfin serves up Alabama-style white sauce, slow-smoked meats, and family packs to-go, making it a must-try spot for Asheville BBQ lovers.

3 weeks ago

Asheville housing trends to be topic of briefing

Experts to discuss supply, demand and affordability at Aug. 26 event

3 weeks ago

New playground, basketball court to be unveiled at Burton Street Community Center

A brand-new playground and basketball court will be unveiled at the Burton Street Park and Community Center in the historic West Asheville neighborhood at a community fair in early September.

3 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: Gemelli offers a mixed bag of Italian fare

Fresh noodles and dessert stand out at West Asheville eatery, while other dishes lack balance and finesse

3 weeks ago

Bryson Street closed near Biltmore Avenue because of gas leak

Traffic in the area is expected to be affected

3 weeks ago

Rain halts Tourists-Emperors game in third inning

Asheville, Rome to finish suspended game Thursday before playing seven-inning nightcap

3 weeks ago

What to do in the 828: Aug. 22-24

Searching for weekend plans? Look no further than our weekend guide to the 828, featuring everything from a fly fishing festival to community puppet performances to a record shop basement sale.

3 weeks ago

Hurricane Erin brings winds, flooding before slowly moving out to sea

Fierce winds and huge waves estimated at about 20 feet could cause coastal flooding in many beachfront communities

3 weeks ago

Here’s how to get kids pumped for return to class

Parents can try the following strategies to get kids excited about a new school year

3 weeks ago

Asheville Creative Arts to kick off 10th anniversary fundraiser at Peace Gardens

The Asheville Creative Arts 10th Anniversary Season Summer Soiree will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 24 at the Peace Gardens & Market, 47 Bryant St. Donations will be accepted, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

3 weeks ago

Pottery party: Reems Creek Pottery celebrates 10 years of artistic community

One Weaverville pottery studio is celebrating its 10th year around the wheel this Saturday with a community celebration. The Reems Creek Pottery birthday party will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23, 181 Reems Creek Road.

3 weeks ago

Nearly a year after Helene, Gov. Stein says work ‘far from over’

Stein tells crowd at Land of Sky event in Fletcher that more support for WNC communities is needed

3 weeks ago

Hundreds of grams of meth, fentanyl, more seized in major APD/SBI drug bust

The Asheville Police Department Major Case and Street Crimes Unit collaborated with the State Bureau of Investigation to seize a massive quantity of drugs this week in West Asheville.

3 weeks ago

The Wyre brings 66-foot mural to River Arts District

Three artists contributed to eight-panel installation reflecting Asheville’s creative identity

3 weeks ago

Our 5 favorite films from the 2025 Asheville Film Festival – 828reviewsNOW

From horror shorts to family dramas to a black cat documentary, read our list of our five favorite films from the very first Asheville Film Festival, held last weekend in downtown Asheville.

3 weeks ago

Manheimer to seek 4th term as Asheville mayor

Manheimer commits to leading the city's recovery from Helene, building back better

3 weeks ago

Strikeouts pile up as Tourists drop series opener to Emperors

Rome staff fans a dozen as Asheville struggles to find rhythm at the plate

3 weeks ago

Commissioners back $5M grant match for A-B Tech project

Buncombe County board also weighed in on UNC Asheville, AdventHealth and Mission Hospital proposals

3 weeks ago

Body of missing 14-year-old found in Arden area

Buncombe County authorities say there is no threat to the public

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