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2 weeks ago
UNC Asheville hoops teams set for back-to-back home games
Bulldogs men host UNCG on Tuesday; women face South Carolina State on Wednesday in Education Day matchup
2 weeks ago
Buncombe County man gets up to 23 years for child sexual exploitation
Judge orders 15-23 years in prison after guilty plea to exploitation, servitude charges
2 weeks ago
Former Navy intelligence officer announces bid for Buncombe County sheriff
Gary Parris emphasizes experience, community ties, and accessibility in campaign launch
2 weeks ago
Two crashes snarl traffic on Sweeten Creek Road in Asheville
Morning commute slows after two wrecks back up traffic near Arden, Asheville, NCDOT officials say
2 weeks ago
Historic Churches of WNC: St. Mary’s Episcopal
Inside the history of a rural church whose sanctuary holds three of the most influential frescoes in Western North Carolina.
2 weeks ago
School delays in the Asheville area
Several school districts in Western North Carolina have opted for delays because of hazardous weather and travel conditions
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APD detectives add 1st degree rape to murder suspect’s charges
Following the arrest of Douglas Michael Stroupe, 32, for the murder of Jennifer Rose Gerard and assault of another man on Nov. 20, Asheville Police Department detectives have added a 1st degree rape count to Stroupe's charges.
2 weeks ago
Well pump pulling services from MB HAYNES
As part of MB HAYNES' continued commitment to serving their customers’ full scope of needs, they're excited to announce that their Plumbing Division now offers professional well pump pulling services — a crucial addition to their lineup that brings expertise, reliability and a deep sense of care to homeowners and businesses relying on well systems.
2 weeks ago
Hint, hint, Santa: The Big Crafty returns this weekend with 180+ vendors
The Big Crafty, Asheville's semiannual craft shopping extravaganza, returns this weekend. Over 180 vendors will set up shop at Harrah's Cherokee Center on Saturday and Sunday.
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December concert calendar: Live music in Asheville area this month
The Asheville area boasts a vibrant live music scene with venues catering to a wide array of genres, performers and taste. Read our calendar of shows coming up later this month.
2 weeks ago
Stabilization, mitigation, reconstruction: 3 steps of fixing a water leak
Coming home from the holidays, one of the worst things you can discover is a water leak while you were away. However, Secure Restoration, a local housing mitigation and restoration company, can help.
2 weeks ago
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office investigates scrap metal theft
Detectives ask residents to provide tips on suspect truck and occupants
2 weeks ago
Canton drivers warned of weeklong night closures on Champion Drive
NC 215 will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting Dec. 1 as crews complete bridge demolition
2 weeks ago
Asheville-area residents can snag big savings on Dollywood trips
Resort stays up to 35% off and Cyber Monday season-pass perks arrive ahead of Smoky Mountain Christmas
2 weeks ago
Winter Weather Advisory expands across Asheville area
Forecasters warn of slick roads and possible power outages from Monday night into Tuesday morning as freezing rain threat grows
2 weeks ago
Ethan Hawke is a shooting star in Broadway biopic ‘Blue Moon’ – 828reviewsNOW
Richard Linklater, director of character-driven, dialogue-heavy dramas like "Boyhood" and "Before Sunrise" and charming hang-out comedies like "Dazed and Confused" and "Hit Man," is back with a film combining both disciplines. "Blue Moon," a biographical drama about famed Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart, features what might be the greatest performance of frequent Linklater collaborator Ethan Hawke's career.
2 weeks ago
Strangeville: The Enduring Mystery of the Wampus Cat
The Wampus Cat legend has long prowled across North Carolina - part myth, part reflection of the people who told it.
2 weeks ago
Hikes of WNC: A Troll Treasure Trail
The North Carolina Arboretum is currently home to 12 massive, wooden trolls by internationally renowned sculpture artist Thomas Dambo. The statues, constructed from reclaimed wood and fashioned with distinct names and personalities, are scattered around the NC Arboretum grounds, making for a solid walk in the woods in addition to troll-borne delight.
3 weeks ago
Go Local Asheville opens preorders for 2026 community card
Program encourages residents to support independent businesses and local nonprofits through holiday giving
3 weeks ago
Tombstone Tales: Caleb Miller, “Old as the Hills and Twice as Wise
A simple stone marking a remarkable Blue Ridge life.
