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3 weeks ago

Local mental health nonprofit to host free Helene reflection meetings at ‘ground-zero’ areas

The "Reflect & Reconnect" sessions were organized by Resources For Resilience, an Asheville-based nonprofit dedicated to teaching Western North Carolina residents how to navigate trauma, stress and burnout.

3 weeks ago

Chuck Edwards: ‘Regret is not an admission of sexual harassment’

The North Carolina congressman spoke on the House floor as lawmakers considered a censure resolution

3 weeks ago

312-unit apartment complex proposed for Holbrook Road

Orange Capital Apartments would bring 312 rentals, pool, clubhouse and dog park to 82 acres near Starnes Cove Road in West Asheville

3 weeks ago

Recovering Asheville city golf course tees up next stage of recovery

Nearly two years after Tropical Storm Helene, the Asheville Municipal Golf Course continues to recover from Tropical Storm Helene, supported by the efforts of the Friends of Asheville Muni.

3 weeks ago

Snowy winter ahead for Asheville? Almanacs weigh in

The Farmers’ Almanac and Old Farmer’s Almanac offer their outlooks for snow, cold and winter weather in Western North Carolina

The Malvern Hills Park pool sits empty in West Asheville on Sept. 1, 2026. The pool has been closed since 2024 while the city plans to replace the aging facility with a new pool targeted to open in summer 2028.

3 weeks ago

Asheville’s Malvern Hills pool moves closer to construction

The city is reviewing plans to replace the aging pool, with construction expected to begin late this year

Front view of Buncombe County Administration building with beige brick and large windows; a decorative emblem is visible on the left side of the facade.

3 weeks ago

Buncombe County seeks Helene recovery funds for parks, housing

Commissioners will consider three grant applications Tuesday, including projects tied to parks, affordable housing and emergency power

3 weeks ago

UNC Asheville receives $1.2 million grant to expand health programs for older adults

The NC Center for Health and Wellness at the University of North Carolina Asheville has received a $1.2 million grant for the further development of an older adult health services education program.

3 weeks ago

Strong storm brings 40-mph winds, hail to WNC

Pea-size hail and gusty winds were possible in parts of Buncombe, McDowell and Rutherford counties

3 weeks ago

Dolly Parton flowers from Asheville mural get a second life

A local nonprofit is turning flowers left at the West Asheville mural into bouquets for nursing homes, senior centers and veterans facilities across Western North Carolina

3 weeks ago

River Arts District studio to hold benefit auction for local artists, BeLoved Asheville

Trackside Studios, an art gallery and studios located in the River Arts District, will hold a benefit auction of artwork inspired by and salvaged from Tropical Storm Helene in commemoration of the two year anniversary of the storm.

3 weeks ago

FEMA sends $137 million more to North Carolina for Helene recovery

New funding includes millions for Western North Carolina roads, housing, debris removal and flood mitigation

3 weeks ago

US 74A in Fairview to close Tuesday for pothole repairs

Road will be closed between Possum Hollow and Middle Fork Road from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; drivers will be detoured

3 weeks ago

Asheville’s Building Bridges event set for Sept. 23

Community organizations, businesses and residents invited to connect, share resources and learn about local services

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks during an interview with The Associated Press in Asheville, N.C., Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

3 weeks ago

Bessent heads to the G20 to rally allies on Iran as tariffs strain ties

Asheville hosts G20 finance ministers amid U.S. tariff disputes, Iran tensions and concerns about global economic growth

3 weeks ago

Fall can wait: Summer heat returns to Asheville

Temperatures are expected to climb into the 90s this week, with heat index values topping 100 degrees in lower elevations

Measles, mumps and rubella vaccines are prepared at Children's Minnesota on Nov. 20, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Devi Shastri)

3 weeks ago

Measles exposure reported at Asheville hotel, Hendersonville gas station

Anyone at the Holiday Inn Express on Smokey Park Highway Aug. 26 should monitor for symptoms through Sept. 16

3 weeks ago

Asheville, Weaverville to hold 25th anniversary ceremonies for 9/11

As the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center approaches, Asheville and Weaverville will host memorial ceremonies to honor lives lost during the tragedy.

3 weeks ago

2026 Asheville election: Candidates, races and voting guide

Everything Asheville and Buncombe County voters need to know before Nov. 3

3 weeks ago

Mills River’s Veterans Healing Farm selected for national innovation lab

The nonprofit will join organizations from across the country working to strengthen programs and support for veterans

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Josh Allen opens the Bills’ new stadium with a 5-TD outing in a 41-31 win over the Lions

Josh Allen quickly put his stamp on Highmark Stadium by throwing three touchdown passes and running for two more scores in a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions on Thursday night in the first regular-season game at the $2.1 billion facility.