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The remnants of a waterline serving Asheville, N.C., is piled up downstream from North Fork Reservoir, a main source of water for the city, Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024, after the line was destroyed during Hurricane Helene in Black Mountain, N.C. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

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Asheville rebuilding water system to handle storms after Helene

City plans upgrades to treat muddy water and protect infrastructure from extreme weather

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Three-day precipitation forecast map for Greenville-Spartanburg area, showing rainfall amounts by color with city labels and borders.

2 hours ago

Heavy rain, strong storms expected in Asheville area

Mountains could see up to 2 inches of rain; isolated flooding possible

Wooden market stand with baskets of onions and potatoes, bananas, and a potted plant beside a bulletin board of posters.

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Swannanoa Valley nonprofits share $125K in new grant funding

Community-driven endowment focuses on urgent needs like food, safety and education

Rustic log cabin with a stone chimney beneath green trees in a sunny park next to a cobblestone path and grassy lawn.

18 hours ago

Mountain Gateway Museum opens gateway of opportunity for WNC teachers

This summer, middle school teachers from across Western North Carolina are invited to apply for a professional development opportunity at the Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort, N.C.

Severe Weather Outlook map for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, highlighting risk areas around Asheville, Hickory, Charlotte with legend and NOAA/NWS logo in the corner.

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Heads up, Asheville: Storms could pack a punch Wednesday

Afternoon and evening storms may bring gusty winds, hail and heavy rain to WNC

FILE - Tennessee starting pitcher/relief pitcher Karlyn Pickens (23) during an NCAA softball Women's College World Series game, Thursday, May 29, 2025 in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis,File)

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Weaverville’s Karlyn Pickens goes No. 1 in AUSL draft

Former coach calls Pickens’ journey “the greatest honor of my coaching career”

Infographic titled 'Prepare Before Hurricane Season' with five steps: evacuation plan, disaster supplies, insurance checkup, contact list, and home strengthening.

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Hurricanes don’t have to hit NC to impact Asheville area

Officials push early prep ahead of 2026 hurricane season

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Buncombe property appeal deadline is today

Board of Equalization to adjourn at 1 p.m.; more than 13,000 appeals already filed

Baseball catcher in light mint-green chest protector and mask, mid-throw against a blue geometric backdrop.

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Astros honor Asheville’s Schiavone as top minor leaguer for April

Tourists catcher piling up homers, RBIs in standout start to 2026 season

2 days ago

Small earthquake recorded near Canton

Minor tremor is latest in string of quakes across southern Appalachians

Buncombe County Sheriff's Office

2 days ago

5 charged in Buncombe County AT&T wire theft ring

Investigation tied to widespread outages uncovers burn sites, stolen wire worth hundreds of thousands

Yellow police line tape reading 'DO NOT CROSS' wrapped around a wooden utility pole and a nearby metal post, cordoning off a sidewalk area in a residential street.

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Federal, local officials meet in Asheville to discuss violent crime concerns

U.S. attorney says coordinated effort aims to disrupt gangs, support prevention and reduce violence

Outdoor festival with a crowd seated on grass under colorful bunting, trees providing shade and a bright blue sky.

2 days ago

Dr. Dog, Grace Bowers, more in ‘wave one’ of AVL Sounds Fest lineup

AVL Sounds Fest, a successor to Asheville music festival AVLFest, will be held across the city this August. Before tickets go on sale to the public today, the festival has announced "wave one" of its artist lineup.

Front of Buncombe County Administration building with a beige brick facade, tall windows, and surrounding trees; sign reads 'BUNCOMBE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION' above the entrance

2 days ago

Swannanoa residents invited to review 20-year planning proposals

New Buncombe County poll asks residents to weigh in on land use, transportation and development priorities

Candler Feed and Seed owner Tony Fisher

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People at Work: Small-town service drives longtime Candler feed store

Tony Fisher says loyal customers, community ties and personal service set feed store apart from big-box retailers

Man kneeling on a plastic-covered basement floor, reaching up to a wooden floor joist under a bare hanging light bulb

2 days ago

Spring crawl space check: What Western North Carolina homeowners should look for

A musty smell. Cold floors. Windows that fog up for no clear reason. If you’re noticing any of these issues in your home, your crawl space may be to blame.

Color-coded 7-day precipitation map showing rainfall amounts in inches at many locations, with a red outline highlighting a route or area of interest.

2 days ago

Burn ban lifted for 81 North Carolina counties; 19 still under restrictions

Forecasters say additional rain this week could further ease wildfire danger

Tri-panel collage showing: a male singer performing on stage, a gold-clad woman wearing an ornate crown, and a shirtless man outdoors.

2 days ago

From ‘Michael’ to ‘Mother Mary’: New movies to see or skip in May 2026

A Michael Jackson biopic, two Anne Hathaway vehicles and an Australian serial killer thriller are our movies to see, stream or skip this May. Find out which is which in our reviews.

Modern hospital building with red brick wings, blue glass atrium, and an emergency entrance facing the street with blue sky above

3 days ago

Mission Hospital surpasses 90 nurses in 90 days hiring goal

Health system adds 400 workers since January, expands recruitment efforts

3 days ago

Federal arts leaders to visit Asheville, Marshall after Helene

Discussions to center on recovery, resilience and support for local artists

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