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6 days 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.
1 week 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.
1 week 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.
2 weeks 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.
2 weeks 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.
2 weeks 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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2 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Community, Local, On The Town
RAD Creative Campus: $15-20 million Asheville arts facility in development
A massive new arts facility could be coming soon to the River Arts District. The RAD Creative Campus, a 36,000 square foot, two-building center for working artists, cultural activation and community engagement, is now in the works, officials say.
7 hours ago in Local
Small plane crashes in Arden, injuring 2
Aircraft came down in field near Roberts Lake Drive after emergency parachute deployed
8 hours ago in Local, Outdoors
Helene’s $214 million toll on North Carolina forests
Private landowners are still seeking relief as state and federal forest agencies plan another decade of recovery
1 day ago in Business, Custom Jewelry & Care Expert, Local
Repair or replace? What to do with damaged jewelry
Some jewelry problems are worth fixing. Others may be signs it's time to replace the piece.
Sports
828 Scoreboard: Week 5 of high school football
Western North Carolina high school football scores from Sept. 18
2 days ago in Entertainment, Local, Photo, Sports
Biltmore Championship Asheville golf tournament has been major draw for WNC, officials say
The Biltmore Championship Asheville, the first PGA Tour golf tournament in the Asheville area in over 80 years, has been a major draw for Western North Carolina, Explore Asheville said.
2 days ago in Sports, Trending
Josh Allen opens the Bills’ new stadium with a 5-TD outing in a 41-31 win over the Lions
Josh Allen quickly put his stamp on Highmark Stadium by throwing three touchdown passes and running for two more scores in a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions on Thursday night in the first regular-season game at the $2.1 billion facility.
Biltmore Championship weekend tickets sold out
Friday through Sunday tickets and parking passes are sold out, but verified resale tickets remain available
