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Voters could be asked to approve a bond proposal to fund new and improved green spaces, including parks, trails and other public outdoor areas, aimed at expanding recreation and conservation opportunities across the community.

7 hours ago

$70M in bonds headed to November ballot after Buncombe board vote

Commissioners approve ballot questions for $30 million open space bond and $40 million housing bond

Stone tombstone with an engraved poem in a cemetery; the visible lines begin 'How shall I speak of Thee...' with trees in the background.

9 hours ago

Tombstone Tales: Flat Rock grave links to Declaration of Independence signer

As America marks its 250th anniversary, a grave at St. John in the Wilderness Cemetery connects Flat Rock to one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence and a young man remembered not for his famous name, but for his character.

Colby Saltz is charged with statutory sex offense with a child and sex act with a student.

11 hours ago

Henderson County school employee arrested on sex offense charges

Investigation centers on allegations of an inappropriate relationship between a school employee and student

Construction site with excavators, trucks, and a dirt hill beside a forest under a cloudy sky on a sunny day, with power lines above.

1 day ago

Crews begin bridge foundation work on I-26 Connector in Asheville

NCDOT officials highlight latest construction progress as work ramps up near I-240 and the Asheville Racquet Club

The French Broad River flowing through Asheville's River Arts District.

1 day ago

$18M available for Helene debris removal in Asheville area

Governments and nonprofits in disaster-declared counties can apply for grants of up to $3 million through Sept. 14

People head to The Block in downtown Asheville as vendors finish setting up for the Juneteenth celebrations taking place Friday.

1 day ago

Juneteenth celebrations in Asheville culminate with events downtown

Downtown celebrations feature local vendors, live music and family-friendly activities honoring Juneteenth

A view from the Buncombe County Courthouse web camera Friday morning.

2 days ago

Asheville weighs new Opportunity Zones as city launches major zoning overhaul

Council members debate investment and displacement concerns while moving forward with a years-long rewrite of development rules, housing policies and growth plans

FILE - The U.S. Department of Education building is photographed in Washington, Dec. 3, 2024. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)

2 days ago

Buncombe County Schools under Title IX investigation

Probe is part of broader U.S. Department of Education review of school policies involving transgender students and Title IX enforcement

Theater stage with a blue-lit backdrop displaying 'Footloose' and silhouettes; audience seated in the foreground.

2 days ago

‘Footloose’ at Flat Rock Playhouse can boogie

You better cut loose, "Footloose," and head down to Flat Rock Playhouse, home of the dance-heavy musical from June 12–July 5. Read our review for more.

Westgate Shopping Center in Asheville is near the proposed location of a new 92-bed UNC Health hospital.

2 days ago

Reports of Westgate sale surface as UNC Health unveils plans for Asheville hospital

Business owners say tenants were notified of a sale while UNC Health pursues approval for a 92-bed facility nearby

The roast pork tenderloin at Guajiro was a giant serving of some of the best pork I've ever eaten.

2 days ago

Fork & Dagger: Asheville food truck serves incredible Cuban cuisine

Guajiro Cuban Comfort Food turns out exceptional sandwiches, pork platters and empanadas from its new home in Biltmore Village

Golfer in a blue patterned shirt mid-swing, on a sunny course with water in the background.

2 days ago

Tickets now on sale for inaugural Biltmore Championship Asheville

The FedExCup Fall tournament at Cliffs at Walnut Cove will bring PGA TOUR players, premium fan experiences and free youth admission to Western North Carolina

Infographic map of storm total rainfall across North Carolina with county values and event logos (NOAA, NWS).

2 days ago

Arthur’s remnants could trigger storms, heavy rain across Asheville area

Emergency officials say widespread outages are not expected, but residents should remain weather aware

Alexander Sherman McKenzie

3 days ago

Man charged with attempted murder after I-40 road-rage shooting

Authorities say the suspect was arrested on Tunnel Road after a June 10 shooting near Patton Cove Road in Asheville

Two dogs lick a cup of dog-friendly ice cream labeled 'THE HOP' held by a person outdoors, sharing a treat.

3 days ago

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: June 19-21

The weekend lineup includes Juneteenth-related music in Pack Square Park, Father’s Day outings, mountain festivals, art markets and events in Asheville, Boone, Waynesville, Brevard and Sylva.

Two people stand smiling in front of a mural with a purple globe and inspirational text on the wall behind them.

3 days ago

‘It’s tough’: Local nonprofit reports countywide spike in youth need after Helene

Following Tropical Storm Helene and regional youth programming budget cuts, KL Training Solutions, a local youth enrichment nonprofit, has reported a massive increase in need among young people in Buncombe County.

Person crouching on graffiti-painted steps, holding a cup, in an urban alley with mural flowers and leaves. Two people stand at the top behind caution tape.

3 days ago

Wall Street staircase artist breaks down the steps behind the new mural

Dayna Walton, a Canton-based printmaker and muralist, is in the process of reimagining the Wall Street Steps, a staircase connecting Wall Street to Battery Park Lane in downtown Asheville. In our interview, Walton explained the steps behind painting the stairs.

Sign for Pisgah View Apartments on a maroon board in front of a brick apartment building and greenery.

3 days ago

Family seeks answers after missing Asheville woman found dead

Rachael Tuck death investigation continues after body found in vacant unit at Pisgah View Apartments

HVAC technician wearing a cap and safety glasses kneels by an outdoor air conditioner, inspecting wiring with a tablet.

3 days ago

A homeowner’s guide to summer HVAC maintenance in Western North Carolina

MB HAYNES shares simple steps that can help your cooling system perform better during the hottest months of the year.

Six smiling coworkers posing with two 2025 winner certificates, raising hands in celebration in front of a dark banner.

3 days ago

Best of Asheville voting opens for 2026 awards

Asheville-area residents can vote for local businesses, organizations and community leaders through July 1.

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