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Rainy city intersection with multiple red lights, cars in traffic, and orange construction cones on the wet road.

4 weeks ago

Crashes spike at Patton Avenue intersection after U-turn removal

As recent traffic changes continue to reverberate across Asheville, N.C., one alteration has proven to be a more difficult adjustment than others: the removal of the U-turn at the intersection of Patton Avenue and Regent Park Boulevard.

Weather map titled 'Excessive Rainfall Outlook Through Tonight' showing color-coded outlook areas and labeled cities in the southeastern U.S. (Asheville, Charlotte, Morganton, etc.). The legend bottom-right indicates marginal to high risk levels.

4 weeks ago

Rainy Memorial Day weekend ahead for Asheville region

Thunderstorms, heavy downpours and localized flooding possible through Memorial Day

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4 weeks ago

Buncombe detention officer fired, charged in criminal investigation

Former detention officer held on $10,000 bond as criminal investigation continues

Colorful wildflower meadow along a dirt path with green trees and blue mountains in the distance.

4 weeks ago

Summer in Asheville and WNC: A guide to day trips, waterfalls, festivals and more

Families, visitors and locals can find ideas for Blue Ridge Parkway drives, swimming holes, dog-friendly outings, live music and summer events across the mountains.

Front view of a blue and green city bus with a bike rack on the bumper and an amber destination sign above the windshield, parked on a street.

4 weeks ago

Faster buses or closer stops? Asheville puts transit choices to the public

Survey open through June 28 as officials seek rider feedback on trade-offs

Traffic moves slowly above an active construction work zone on Interstate 40 near the Pigeon River Gorge, where holiday travel, ongoing repairs and reduced speeds can combine to create backups during peak periods.

4 weeks ago

Road trip ready? These apps can help Memorial Day travelers dodge delays

In the Asheville area, I-26, I-40 and the Pigeon River Gorge could see heavy traffic through the holiday weekend

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