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3 weeks ago
Gusty storms sweep across Western North Carolina
Line of showers and isolated thunderstorms brings strong winds to Asheville and surrounding aeas
3 weeks ago
Hendersonville YMCA to honor local Black basketball legends
Later this month, the Hendersonville Family YMCA will host a community Black History Month celebration honoring local Black basketball champions.
3 weeks ago
Strong heart, calm mind: Why yoga is one of the best things you can do for your heart
February is American Heart Month and a great reminder to check in on your physical heart, your stress levels and your overall well-being.
3 weeks ago
WNC AIDS Project plans annual ‘Dining Out For Life’ fundraiser for April
The Western North Carolina AIDS Project will hold its 24th annual Dining Out For Life fundraiser this April at participating restaurants all over Asheville and Western North Carolina.
3 weeks ago
APD arrests 3 on gun and drug trafficking charges
The Asheville Police Department arrested three in West Asheville this week on drug and gun charges, including fentanyl trafficking.
4 weeks ago
Costco withdraws Enka-Candler development proposal
Retailer pulls application for 160,000-square-foot warehouse; city officials say discussions could continue
4 weeks ago
Pisgah Forest man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor
Hendersonville police say no known local victims; suspect jailed without bond
4 weeks ago
Drought tightens grip on Asheville, Buncombe County
Asheville records 12th driest January on record; forecasters eye weekend rain
4 weeks ago
Fork & Dagger: Luella’s reclaims its barbecue mojo
Moist brisket, strong sides and solid value mark a welcome turnaround for the longtime North Asheville spot
4 weeks ago
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Feb. 20-22
Between Lunar New Year, UNC Asheville Homecoming and National Margarita Day, Feb. 20-22 is another big weekend for Asheville. Check out our guide for more things to do.
4 weeks ago
Adult gift shop Boutique Royale is building a royal community
Located just outside of Biltmore Village in South Asheville, Boutique Royale offers lingerie, adult toys and novelty items to people of all shapes, sizes and sexualities. For owners Patrick Kennedy and Katie Collins, a married couple, creating a safe, inclusive space for their community was priority number one.
4 weeks ago
New property values on the way for Buncombe homeowners
County launches 2026 reappraisal process delayed by Tropical Storm Helene
4 weeks ago
Exhibit highlights legacy of Asheville’s historic Black neighborhoods
'Black Stories in Census Tract 2' honors Stumptown, Hill Street and South Montford through oral histories and multimedia storytelling
4 weeks ago
North Lexington Avenue sidewalks set for full replacement
Public invited to weigh in as city of Asheville plans upgrades to meet ADA standards
4 weeks ago
Asheville area farms spotlighted during CSA Month
March 12 fair to highlight produce, meat and flower shares available in Buncombe County
4 weeks ago
Escapee who forced woman to drive to Asheville gets 33-43 years
Jury convicts habitual felon in 2024 kidnapping that ended in Buncombe County woods
4 weeks ago
Asheville man to spend more than decade in prison in trafficking cases
Judge imposes consecutive sentences and $1.25 million in fines following two investigations
4 weeks ago
America250 event at Pack Library digs into Western North Carolina’s story
Daylong program in Asheville features historians, film screening and live readings focused on North Carolina’s past
4 weeks ago
Buncombe commissioners OK tennis court project, FEMA funds
Nearly $1.4 million in FEMA money will help local agencies; lottery funds cover most of $1.5M school project
4 weeks ago
Asheville marks ‘National Day of Direct Action’ with pair of protests
A pair of political protests were held in Hendersonville and Asheville today as part of a "National Day of Direct Action."
