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4 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Dec. 19-21

Looking for weekend plans? From winter solstice celebrations to a Grinch brunch to a town-wide bar crawl, we have you covered.

4 weeks ago

White Horse kicks off family movie series with ‘Frozen,’ ‘The Princess Bride’

White Horse Black Mountain, a nonprofit music venue located in the heart of Black Mountain, N.C., has launched a new family movie series called "Sunday Funday Movie Features."

4 weeks ago

Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and family among 7 killed in NC plane crash

Cessna crashes while returning to Statesville Regional Airport

4 weeks ago

Landlords can apply for Helene recovery aid through Renew NC

Aid available for repair, reconstruction or replacement of storm-damaged rentals

4 weeks ago

‘Big Fish,’ small pond: New indie bookstore blooms in Weaverville

Lindsay Johnson has wanted to open a bookstore since she was five years old. With Willbloom Books, a pop-up bookstore based in Weaverville, N.C., her wish has come true.

4 weeks ago

100,000 gallons of wastewater spill into Mud Creek in Hendersonville

City, state environmental officials reviewing discharge

4 weeks ago

Crash closes lane on I-26 near Airport Road

Westbound traffic slowed in Buncombe County during Thursday morning commute

4 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: Lost in the language? Jargon speaks fluently in flavor

Despite its intimidating name, this West Asheville restaurant delivers a cozy vibe, inventive cocktails and memorable plates

4 weeks ago

Rain returns to Asheville area Thursday, gusty winds follow

Showers move in ahead of clearing skies Friday

4 weeks ago

Crash closes stretch of I-40 in Haywood County

Eastbound lanes shut down near Great Smoky Mountains Expressway

4 weeks ago

Coverfest V: 12 local bands to perform their favorite covers at AMS benefit

Next month, The Grey Eagle will host the fifth annual Coverfest, a musical fundraiser for Asheville Middle School's 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. 

4 weeks ago

Beloved Asheville receives $1,500 in holiday donations from UScellular

Kick scooters, Bluetooth speakers and headphones will be distributed to support local youths

4 weeks ago

Former Buncombe County coach admits to sexual misconduct with student

Samuel Jason Ingle receives suspended jail term, 18 months probation

4 weeks ago

Huey Magoo’s opens dining spot in Weaverville

Guests can customize meals with hand-breaded or grilled chicken tenders, house-made sauces and fresh sides available for dine-in, takeout, catering and online orders

4 weeks ago

Public hearing highlights tensions over health care access in Asheville area

Western North Carolina residents, EMS personnel and local leaders speak on health care access, emergency services and competition

1 month ago

What Americans think about giving cash as holiday gifts, according to AP-NORC poll

Cost and practicality drive cash-first gift choices; re-gifting still frowned upon

1 month ago

Before firefighters arrive, these simple steps can save time — and damage

Asheville Fire Department officials say preparation at home helps crews respond faster and safer during emergencies

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