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FILE - Debris from the aftermath of Hurricane Helene is seen, Sept. 30, 2024, in Asheville, N.C. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart, File)

2 days ago

Buncombe County officials reflect on Helene recovery at final update

Nearly 12 months of briefings tracked progress in housing, infrastructure, small business aid and debris cleanup

2 days 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.

2 days ago

Disabled vehicle closes lane on I-26 near Weaverville

Eastbound traffic expected to face significant delays at mile marker 20.5

2 days 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.

An American flag stands next to a sign written on housing debris along the Swannanoa River, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, in Swannanoa, N.C. Swannanoa was one of several communities in western North Carolina that was severely affected by Hurricane Helene. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek)

3 days 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

Black Mountain Police Chief Steve Parker says he is worried about the structural integrity of the Public Safety Building.

3 days ago

Security cameras help solve crimes, Black Mountain police say

Local businesses and neighborhoods contribute to growing surveillance network

3 days 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.

3 days 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.

3 days 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.

Patton Avenue crash

3 days ago

Crash closes Patton Avenue near Bear Creek Road

Both directions blocked; drivers urged to watch for emergency vehicles

3 days ago

Rewind, WISE Sports Radio to carry full football schedule

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

Gov. Josh Stein

3 days ago

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

Governor highlights economic growth, education strategy and disaster preparedness

The city of Asheville has released the final report of the Downtown Patton Avenue Corridor Feasibility Study.

3 days ago

Holiday Parade to kick off Winter in Downtown Asheville

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

3 days 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

3 days ago

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

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

4 days 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 days 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 days 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 days 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 days ago

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

Reaching Western North Carolina through radio, digital and community platforms

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