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‘The Rip’ is the rare Ben Affleck and Matt Damon movie to skip – 828reviewsNOW

"The Rip," a new action crime thriller starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, was released on Netflix on Friday, Jan. 16. Read our review.

3 weeks ago

‘Save the Woods’ walkout draws dozens of UNC Asheville students, community members

A crowd of University of North Carolina Asheville students, Asheville community members and local leaders attended a walkout today in front of the Highsmith Student Union on UNC Asheville campus. The protest was organized in support of "Save the Woods," a local rallying cry for the preservation of 45 acres of nearby urban forest.

3 weeks ago

Suspect charged in Henderson County killings

Suspect faces two first-degree murder counts and attempted murder charges, sheriff's office says

3 weeks ago

Asheville police ask for help locating teen facing new felony charges

Detectives say additional victims may be involved in ongoing investigation

3 weeks ago

Duke Energy to upgrade electric grid in Weaverville

Downtown work expected to begin in February and continue through mid-April, with traffic impacts likely

3 weeks ago

Frigid air, gusty winds bring hazards to Asheville area

Wind chills, fire danger and minor wintry weather expected across Western North Carolina

3 weeks ago

PGA TOUR names event director for Biltmore Championship Asheville

Nate Goldsnider brings nearly a decade of experience in golf and major sporting events

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Some schools in Asheville area delay start times after frigid night

Several districts opt for delayed starts because of concerns about road conditions

3 weeks ago

NC author Katelyn Williams on writing a book for ‘Brown Girls’ everywhere

On Tuesday, Jan. 13, debut author Katelyn Williams published her first children's book, "What Can Brown Girls Do?," a spotlight on the accomplishments of eight real-world Black and Brown women, written by Williams and illustrated by Danielle Arrington.

3 weeks ago

‘Love, Marquee’: Art gallery to host 4th anniversary Valentine’s bash

Next month, Marquee Asheville will ring in four years of Asheville community with a Valentine's celebration.

3 weeks ago

Long Verizon outage ends, company offers credit to customers

Wireless voice and data services restored after disruption; users advised to restart devices if problems persist

3 weeks ago

Teens-level cold prompts pipe freeze warnings in Asheville

City recommends dripping faucets, insulating pipes and keeping thermostats steady

3 weeks ago

Two new measles cases reported in Buncombe County

State total rises to seven as officials link cases to South Carolina outbreak

3 weeks ago

Weaverville rolls out redesigned water bills

New statements will show usage in gallons, add late-fee box and include a yearlong usage

3 weeks ago

Employers face higher living wage threshold in Asheville area

Just Economics sets $24.10 hourly rate, offers pledged option for businesses

3 weeks ago

‘Sewer Kitty’ discovered under downtown Asheville storm drain

Two downtown Asheville workers were taken aback when they heard meowing coming from a nearby sewer grate. Upon closer inspection, the duo discovered a small, grey cat beneath a Battery Park Avenue storm drain.

3 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: Saffron’s bold Indian flavors outshine rough dining room

New restaurant in the former Barrel House space delivers standout curries despite an uneven first impression

3 weeks ago

Bitter cold, gusty winds follow snow across Asheville area

Wind chills as low as minus 15 degrees prompt advisories for high elevations through Friday

3 weeks ago

Slick roads divide Asheville area as snow moves in

Drivers report clear streets downtown but icy conditions west of the French Broad River

3 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Jan. 16-18

Salsa dancing, plant bingo, zombie movies and winter markets are all on the docket in our weekly weekend guide.

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16 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine’s diners

It's a tale as old as time, or at least as old as TikTok: chicken nuggets lovingly topped with a dab of caviar. McDonald's is embracing the trend this Valentine's Day with a limited-time McNugget Caviar kit. The free kit, which will be available on McNuggetCaviar.com on Feb. 10, pairs a one-ounce tin of Paramount's Siberian sturgeon caviar with a $25 McDonald's gift card to buy McNuggets.

16 hours ago in Olympics, Sports

Lindsey Vonn is ‘confident’ she can race at Olympics despite ruptured ACL in left knee

Lindsey Vonn has done this before. And succeeded. The 41-year-old American skiing standout is "confident" she can compete at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics despite a torn ACL from a crash four days ago.

24 hours ago in Olympics, Sports

Speedskater Erin Jackson, bobsledder Frank Del Duca picked as US flagbearers for Winter Olympics

Speedskater Erin Jackson already has made history, as the first Black woman to win an individual gold medal at a Winter Olympics. Bobsledder Frank Del Duca is a sergeant in the Army, hailing from a family with deep Italian roots. They might be the perfect pair to lead the U.S. into the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.