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4 weeks ago

What to do in the 828: Sept. 5-7

Looking for weekend plans? We have you covered. From Goombay Festival to a Puppy Palooza, there is no shortage of things to do in the 828 this weekend. Read more in our guide.

4 weeks ago

Disabled vehicle closes lane on I-26 near Weaverville

Eastbound traffic expected to face significant delays at mile marker 20.5

4 weeks ago

Experience Music announces Helene relief album in honor of one year anniversary

"After the Flood: Songs Inspired by Helene" is a 16 track album of songs written by local artists in the year since Helene. 100% of the proceeds from the record will go to support artists impacted by the storm.

4 weeks ago

Tropical storms hit home: Living through floods in Asheville area

Lessons from Swannanoa and Haywood County -- floodwaters move quickly, leaving little time to prepare

4 weeks ago

Security cameras help solve crimes, Black Mountain police say

Local businesses and neighborhoods contribute to growing surveillance network

4 weeks ago

APD investigating non-lethal West Asheville gunfire, seeks public assistance

The Asheville Police Department is investigating a reported gun discharge that occurred Tuesday night in West Asheville and investigators are asking for help from the public.

4 weeks ago

Disaster takes center stage in ‘Fire & Flood’ from The Sublime Theater

This October, The Sublime Theater will explore the twin disasters of the Los Angeles fires and Hurricane Helene flood with a limited run of "Fire & Flood," a pair of short plays by Western North Carolina playwright Travis Lowe.

4 weeks ago

Event Support Grant open for arts nonprofit application starting Sept. 8

The Asheville Event Support Grant is an annual financial support grant for nonprofit arts organizations in Asheville, N.C. This year, applications for the grant will open on Sept. 8, 2025.

4 weeks ago

Crash closes Patton Avenue near Bear Creek Road

Both directions blocked; drivers urged to watch for emergency vehicles

4 weeks ago

Rewind, WISE Sports Radio to carry full football schedule

Asheville Media Group stations announce Tennessee, Western Carolina and NFL coverage

4 weeks ago

Stein unveils AI council, jobs plan in first NC Strong Update

Governor highlights economic growth, education strategy and disaster preparedness

4 weeks ago

Holiday Parade to kick off Winter in Downtown Asheville

City, Downtown Association partner on lights, shopping promotions, and festive events

4 weeks ago

County names new tax assessor, accepts $5.4M disaster loan

Buncombe Board of Commissioners' actions set the stage for property tax updates and continued recovery efforts

4 weeks ago

Hot Rods edge Tourists despite Howard’s no-hit start

Asheville outhits Bowling Green but falls 2-1 in series opener

4 weeks ago

APD arrest two men on fentanyl possession in West Asheville

Officers seized 13 grams of fentanyl. The two men were arrested without further incident.

4 weeks ago

Tourists end home slate with loss, begin giving back

Club donates lockers to Erwin, tarp to Enka as renovations at McCormick Field progress

4 weeks ago

Local brick-oven pizza kitchen partners with BeLoved for community fundraiser

Soprana Rooftop Cucina, a local brick-oven pizza kitchen and cocktail bar overlooking downtown Asheville, will host a community fundraiser for BeLoved Asheville later this month.

4 weeks ago

NightShade, a new non-alcoholic bar and lounge, to open on South Slope

Asheville Dispensary & Plant Bar, a local cannabis dispensary and coffee, tea and zero-proof cocktail bar, will open NightShade, a new non-alcoholic bar and lounge, later this month in the South Slope district of downtown Asheville.

4 weeks ago

How Asheville Media Group helps your business get wanted, found & chosen

Reaching Western North Carolina through radio, digital and community platforms

1 month ago

Cooler temperatures mark start of meteorological fall

Cold front may bring more showers Thursday; warmer weather possible by weekend

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