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Asheville seeks public input on French Broad, Azalea park rebuilds

Community workshop Feb. 28 to focus on Azalea area and French Broad River redesign after Helene flooding

4 weeks ago

People at Work: Hayler on a path between film reviews and food runs

23-year-old creative writing student prepares for graduation while working the floor at Pizza Mind

4 weeks ago

Icy roads create hazardous travel conditions across Asheville area

Drivers report vehicles sliding off roads and poor visibility

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UPDATED: Wintry weather triggers school delays, remote learning

Schools across Asheville area adjust schedules because of wintry weather

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Dangerous winter weather develops along NC-TN border

National Weather Service warns of hazardous commutes and wind chills below zero

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Newly sworn Asheville police officer charged with assault

Internal investigation launched after Palisades Circle incident

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Asheville police averaged two overdose calls per day in 2025

APD responded to 521 overdose incidents, down 187 from 2023 peak

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Voices for the voiceless: Buncombe’s Guardian ad Litem program seeks volunteers

About 325 children at a time rely on volunteers to speak for their best interests in court

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Strangeville: Linville Hermit disappearance remains a mystery

A man known locally as the Linville Hermit is said to have vanished from his mountain cabin in the 1800s. No official record exists, but the story has remained part of local folklore for generations.

4 weeks ago

Asheville spa focuses on personalized cosmetic, wellness care

Mountain Radiance provides injectables, laser services and skincare treatments

4 weeks ago

Killer double-feature: ‘How to Make a Killing’ and ‘Psycho Killer’ – 828reviewsNOW

Sometimes, the film release calendar feels like it's winking at you. This weekend marks the debut of "How to Make a Killing," a stylish thriller-comedy starring Glen Powell, and "Psycho Killer," a well-shot, poorly-written serial killer slasher. Read our reviews of the deadly duo for more.

4 weeks ago

Flat Rock Playhouse blends performance, education, tradition in Asheville area

Producing theater draws more than 100,000 patrons annually with year-round performances and education programs

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Hikes of WNC: Beaver Lake Perimeter Loop

One of the most popular outdoor recreation spots in town is Beaver Lake. The North Asheville lake features a 2 mile trail around its perimeter, a popular, simple and scenic walk for all ages.

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At Green River Preserve, campers learn, explore in Blue Ridge Mountains

Cedar Mountain camp offers summer sessions, expeditions and school programs on 3,400 acres

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Garden camp in Asheville blends play, planting and purpose

The Educational Garden Project offers children outdoor learning, animal care and farm-to-table cooking experiences

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Odyssey ClayWorks brings art, education to Asheville community

Pottery studio offers classes, summer camps and programs for veterans and recovery participants

4 weeks ago

Best 2026 Summer Camps in Asheville and WNC: New Guide Helps Parents Plan Early

828newsNOW launches a searchable resource for families planning summer activities and early camp registration.

4 weeks ago

Tombstone Tales: Gig Young’s shocking murder‑suicide and his grave in WNC

Gig Young’s rise, fall and violent final act still echo from Manhattan to the mountains, where he’s buried under his real name.

4 weeks ago

Phantom Lamp Theatre Company leans into its name with ghostly new show

A new theater company has emerged in Asheville from beyond the veil. Phantom Lamp Theatre Company will bring their first show, "Close Quarters," an original play by local playwright Abby Auman, to the stage for two weekends, Feb. 20 to March 1.

4 weeks ago

Asheville appears more than 100 times in Epstein files

Documents include financial records, FBI briefings and redacted references to alleged local victims

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