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4 hours ago in Lifestyle
Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test
New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.
3 days ago in Lifestyle
In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little
When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.
4 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January
Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.
5 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
New Apple CEO unveils latest iPhone lineup, including a foldable model called Duo
Apple on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of iPhones, including a widely anticipated foldable version called Duo.
5 days ago in Lifestyle
Families’ interest in their kids’ education is falling around the globe as scores drop, test shows
Families' interest in their kids' education is falling in many high-income countries as school systems struggle with plunging test scores, according to newly released results from a standardized test taken by 15-year-olds around the world.
6 days ago in Lifestyle
22 essential questions to ask when buying a house
Ally Financial reports 22 essential questions to ask when buying a house, covering budget, property condition, neighborhood, and offer details for informed decisions.
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13 minutes ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town
City grant applications open for Asheville nonprofits to fund free public events
ArtsAVL, the Asheville area arts council, has opened applications for eligible nonprofits to receive between $3,000 and $10,000 to hold free public events along Asheville streets, in Asheville parks or other outdoor spaces around the city.
2 hours ago in Local
Buncombe County to take next step on Deaverview Mountain park
Commissioners will consider a $1.4 million master planning and engineering contract for the 342-acre property
3 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local, Native Advertising
Photos: Asheville Fire Department responds to White Duck Taco blaze
The Asheville Fire Department has responded to a structure fire around 388 Riverside Drive, the site of the former White Duck Taco restaurant.
5 hours ago in Business, Local
Costco resubmits plans for Asheville store
New plans for the proposed Enka Heritage Parkway location are being processed, city officials say
Sports
4 hours ago in Sports
US women show some vulnerability ahead of LA Games capturing 5th straight World Cup basketball title
The names may change, but the results are the same for the U.S. women's basketball team — another FIBA World Cup title. The Americans' fifth championship in a row came Sunday in a 97-79 victory over France. It wasn't as easy as the previous four, with the U.S. showing some vulnerability throughout the tournament.
4 hours ago in Sports, Trending
Resetting the AL and NL postseason races with 2 weeks left in the regular season
Clinching season has begun, with the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers becoming the first teams to wrap up spots in the postseason.
23 hours ago in Community, Local, Sports
132-player Biltmore Championship Asheville field to include 3 Top 50 golfers
132 golfers will take to The Cliffs at Walnut Cove for the inaugural Biltmore Championship Asheville golf tournament later this month. Three of those players sit inside the top 50 of the Official World Golf Ranking.
Blue Ridge Roller Derby celebrates 20 years in Asheville
The Oct. 3 celebration will feature three home teams, three bouts, open skating and an alumni party
